Weekend Outings
Bring drinking water and a lunch. Wear sturdy footwear, dress appropriately for the weather and be prepared for weather changes. Distances are round trip and are approximate, as are elevation gains. Hike leader has discretion to refuse anyone who is not adequately prepared. Proof of vaccination may be required. Call the hike leader for meeting place and time, and if you reserve a space and are unable to go, please let the leader know ASAP so that someone else can take your place. If you are sick or have any symptoms, please stay home and join us next time.
Wednesday Hikes for Seniors
The Godnick Adult Center sponsors a series of hikes at a less strenuous pace for adults and older adults. Hikes typically cover 2-4 miles, involve limited to moderate elevation gain, and try to avoid treacherous footing.
Participants should bring water, lunch and bug spray. Hikers are encouraged to wear sturdy footwear, long sleeves/pants(to protect against ticks), and be prepared for Vermont weather.
Meet at 9 a.m. at the Godnick Center, 1 Deer Street to carpool. We return in the early to mid-afternoon. For further details, call the hike leader listed on the schedule. All are welcome. NOTE: Hikes are subject to change due to weather and/or trail conditions. (…..and please, no dogs.)
Outings
Lewis Deane Nature Preserve
A variety of trails traverse this beautiful 85-acre property. We’ll make a 2 1/2-mile loop with several vistas overlooking Lake St. Catherine, the southern Adirondacks, and Taconics of the Mettawee valley,…
Clark Brook Trail
We will ascend this trail along Clark Brook into the Breadloaf Wilderness, then climb more steeply to the Long Trail. On the Long Trail we will head north to a lookout…
The Dome
Climb to the top of The Dome, with large rock formations near the 2,724 ft. summit. 4.9 miles, difficult, with 1706 ft. elevation gain. See a map at https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/vermont/dome-trail . dogs…
Silver Lake Paddle
Leisurely paddle around this small scenic lake in a state park, with option to swim afterward. Park fee of $5/person except for holders of Green Mountain Passport. Bring paddle-powered watercraft, an approved personal…
Carriage Trail – Rutland to Proctor
We will meet at the Proctor Skating Rink on the lower end of Olympus Road in Proctor to spot cars, then drive to the Georgetti Complex in Rutland to start the…
Old Job Trail
We’ll follow the original route of the Long Trail along Ten Kilns Brook in the Big Branch Wilderness, where evidence of the once-thriving Silas Griffth lumber operation can still be seen.…
Spirit in Nature Trail
Afternoon hike on the paths of Spirit in Nature, near the Robert Frost Trail in Ripton. As its website says "Immerse yourself in nature by walking any of the 14 paths.…
Birdseye Mountain
We’ll attack it from the north side, ascending steeply at times up a dirt-track road to a view of the Green Mountains and Taconics to the north. From there we will…
See the Godnick Adult Center newsletter on their website for the rest of the summer hike schedule. Also find information there about the Understanding the Woods hikes offered on the second Thursday of the month, 9:30–10:30, at Pine Hill Park, Oak Street Ext. Join Sharon Shea for a monthly exploration of our relationship to our woodlands. During the hike Sharon will moderate discussion about the ecological history of our woodlands and their continuing importance in our lives. Participants will be encouraged to engage and contribute throughout the hike.
By participating community members will gain some physical activity, social interaction and knowledge of the natural environment within the park. The next date will be June 13. Registration is required for the Understanding the Woods series, free, suggested donation $5.