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.)

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Murray’s Ridge Killington

Killington, VT Killington, VT, United States

We’ll follow the AT/LT north to Willard Gap and bushwhack up the ridge, with several options to return. Difficult 5-6 miles with 800 ft. elevation gain. Snowshoes and/or grippers may…

Cadwell Loop, Pittsford

Pittsford, VT Pittsford, VT, United States

Snowshoe or ski along Otter Creek, where we may see otter tracks and slides. 2.5 miles easy to moderate, and if it’s too nice a day to go home, we…

Pharoah Lake Wilderness, Ticonderoga

Ticonderoga, NY Ticonderoga, NY, United States

Snowshoes may be needed for a 4-5 mile trek of moderate difficulty in this beautiful natural area. Call leader by 5 p.m. Friday to sign up, and for meeting time…

Back Country Ski Adventure, Killington

Killington, VT Killington, VT, United States

A somewhat challenging trek for experienced skiers through woods and glades in the Killington/Mendon area. Location and distance will be determined by conditions, call leader for info, meeting place and…

Plymsbury Loop, Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury, VT Shrewsbury, VT, United States

We’ll hike or snowshoe on wood roads in the Plymsbury Wildlife Management Area, keeping an eye out for animal tracks and winter wildlife. About 4. 5 miles, moderate. Call for…

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.