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.
Outings
Cooley Glen Trail, Lincoln
Great for those working on Side-to-Side certification. 7 miles, difficult at a moderate pace. Option to continue on to Mt. Grant if the group wants. Early start, must call the…
Paddle or Hike Lowell Lake State Park, Londonderry
This can be a leisurely paddle, a walk around the lake or a combination, which will be decided closer to the date. Lowell Lake offers a varied shoreline, islands (including…
Kent Pond Loop, Killington
Join us for a hike on an especially scenic stretch of the Appalachian Trail, along the shore of the pond and passing by several beautiful waterfalls and huge boulders. We…
Long Trail Day
This club-wide celebration of the Long Trail features events and guided hikes around the state. Each club Section will be planning their own activities, which could be fund-raising hikes, information…
Taconic Crest Trail, New York, Vermont & Massachusetts
We’ll hike from NY 2 north to NY 346 passing through all three states. We’ll see some good east and west views and the Snow Hole, and we just might…
Bald Peak, Pittsford
Pittsford, VT Pittsford, VT, United StatesA loop trail that climbs to two overlooks, with views of the Otter Creek Valley and the Adirondacks. It’s about 3 miles, moderate, with a couple steep scrambles. Vaccination recommended…
Beane Trail to Birch Glen Camp & Molly Stark Balcony, Starksboro
Starksboro, VT Starksboro, VT, United StatesGreat for those working on Side-to-Side certification. The Beane Trail is an easy climb through an old sugaring area to Birch Glen Camp, a log-cabin-style shelter. We will then follow…
Long Trail Day
This club-wide celebration of the LT features events and hikes around the state. Visit greenmountainclub.org for details. To find out how to volunteer or participate locally, contact Wayne Krevetski
Beechwood History Hike, Mendon
Mendon, VT Mendon, United StatesJoin us as we explore a bit of Rutland and Killington Section history on the grounds of “Beechwood,” also the site of Rutland Fire Clay, a once-thriving area business begun…
Merck Forest, Rupert
Merck Forest 3270 Route 315, Rupert, United StatesWe’ll hike the trails and wood roads that wind through the former farmland of Merck Forest. Depending on which routes we choose there may be views, pastures, ponds or even…
Jockey Hill, Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury, VT Shrewsbury, VT, United StatesWe’ll park where the Clement Shelter Rd. leaves the Gilman Rd. and follow the Clement Shelter Rd. to its end at a long-abandoned farm north of the shelter, then follow…
“Put the Trail to Bed” Work Party
Join us for our last-of-the-season work day and help us keep the Killington Section trails in shape. Bring lunch, sturdy shoes and work gloves, tools will be provided.