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
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…
Pine Hill
Pine Hill Park Rutland, VT, United StatesWe’ll start at the Rutland Country Club, climbing and traversing the hilltop for sweeping views of the (hopefully) snow- covered peaks to the east. Then we’ll head through the woods…
New Sunrise Shelter
Brandon, VT Brandon, VT, United StatesHike south on the Long Trail from Brandon Gap to check out the brand-new Sunrise Shelter. The new shelter is about a mile and a half south of the old…
Lily Pond, Bomoseen
Bomoseen, VT Bomoseen, VT, United StatesWe’ll snowshoe on old roads through the woods and past abandoned slate quarries to a remote beaver pond. In the past we’ve found abundant animal tracks, including otter slides on…
Rail Trail Walk
West Pawlet, VT West Pawlet, VT, United StatesAn easy walk along the scenic rail trail, with views of farmlands and hills in the picturesque Mettawee Valley. The distance will likely be 2-3 miles. Snowshoes or grippers may…