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
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.
Mount Tom, Woodstock
Woodstock, VT Woodstock, VT, United StatesA safe hunting season hike at Vermont’s only National Park. We’ll hike the carriage roads to the mysteriously named “Pogue” pond, and on to the summit for lovely views of…
Poultney Area Trek
Poultney, VT Poultney, VT, United StatesOur destination will be determined by the weather, but plan on 3-5 miles of moderate hiking with some possible climbs and likely a view. Snowshoes or grippers may be needed…
Mt. Tabor Scramble
Mt. Tabor Mt. Tabor, United StatesClimb to a rocky outcropping with nice views. Approximately 3 miles with some steep climbing, 750’ elevation gain. Snowshoes or grippers may be needed. Vaccination recommended for carpooling. Call leader…
South Hill Loop
Stockbridge, VT Stockbridge, VT, United StatesDepending on weather, we will either hike or snowshoe from South Hill Road to Fletcher Brook Road on one old road and return by another. There are good views and…
Cook Mountain Preserve
Ticonderoga, NY Ticonderoga, NY, United StatesThis has been a popular K Section hike in recent years and the trail has recently been improved. We will climb to beautiful views of Lake George and Vermont, and…