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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  • Spring Wildflower Walk, location TBA

    An easy-to-moderate hike to admire the woodland flowers of spring. Mother Nature is fickle, so the location will be determined by how the season advances. Spring is also a great time…

  • Merck Forest, Rupert

    We’ll hike the trails and wood roads that wind through the former farmland of Merck Forest. Depending on what route we choose there may be views, pastures, ponds or even a…

  • Green Mountain Club Annual Meeting, Waterbury Center

    Green Mountain Club Headquarters 4711 Waterbury-Stowe Road, Waterbury Center, VT, United States

    Held at club headquarters, it’s a great opportunity to meet staff members and folks from other sections, get updates on the GMC’s activities and projects around the state, check out the…

  • Peru Peak, Mt, Tabor

    We'll start at the Griffith Lake Trailhead on South End Road in Mount Tabor and ascend the Lake Trail to Griffith Lake, then follow the Long Trail / Appalachian Trail south…

  • Woodward Reservoir Paddle, Plymouth

    Leisurely paddle around this small scenic lake. Bring paddle-powered watercraft, an approved personal flotation device for each person, water, lunch and sun protection. Contact leader by July 2 for meeting time…

  • Pharaoh Lake Wilderness, Chilson, NY

    This has been a favorite area for the K Section to visit in the winter, so let's try it in the summer! The Pharaoh Lake Wilderness has almost 70 miles of…

  • Spruce Knob, Poultney

    We’ll be climbing from the end of Spruce Peak Road (via Middletown Springs) to Spruce Notch and the summit of Spruce Knob (2400’). 3 miles, difficult, with a lot of bushwhacking and some…

  • Killington Carriage Road, Mendon

    We’ll ascend to Cooper Lodge by the Bucklin Trail and descend by the 1879 carriage road. It served the 1880 hotel that once stood just below Cooper. The top mile is…

  • Black Mountain, Clemons, NY

    Join us for wonderful, if crowded, views of Lake George and the southern Adirondacks. We'll start at the trailhead on Pike Brook Road near Hulett's Landing and climb to the summit…

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.