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
Granville, VT Granville, VT, United StatesWe 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
Pownal, VT Pownal, VT, United StatesClimb 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
Barnard, VT Barnard, VT, United StatesLeisurely 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
Proctor, VT Proctor, VT, United StatesWe 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
Mt. Tabor Mt. Tabor, United StatesWe’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
Ripton, VT Ripton, VT, United StatesAfternoon 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
Castleton, VT Castleton, VT, United StatesWe’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…
Long Trail Day, State-wide
This Green Mountain Club celebration of the Long Trail features events and guided hikes around the state. Join the Killington Section in some “trail magic” as we welcome through-hikers and day hikers with snacks at the Route 103 trailhead.
Long Trail Lodge Historical Marker Unveiling, Killington
Killington, VT Killington, VT, United StatesJoin us for the official unveiling of the new Vermont historical marker at the site of the Long Trail Lodge. Completed in 1923 and lost to fire in 1968, the lodge served as the first Green Mountain Club clubhouse. Killington Section president Herb Ogden and lodge historian David Wright will speak at 4 p.m., at the top…
Greenwall Shelter, Wallingford
Wallingford, VT Wallingford, VT, United StatesHike south on the AT/LT to Greenwall Shelter, with an option to continue on to the rock garden and White Rocks Vista for a view. 4-5 miles, moderate, with some steep climbing, 1240 ft. elevation gain to the lookout. Rain date Sunday. Call for meeting time and place.
The Ball, Arlington
Arlington, VT Arlington, VT, United StatesEnjoy hiking from Old West Road up a beautiful waterway. The beginning of the trail will be fairly gentle, along an old logging road, but then kicks up to some pretty steep pitches. After hitting the top of the ridge we’ll take a short spur to the lookout for exceptional views. 6 miles, elevation gain: 1750 ft.,…
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.