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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  • Mount Tom, Woodstock

    Woodstock, VT Woodstock, VT, United States

    A safe hike for hunting season on the carriage roads at Vermont’s only National Park. Featuring beautiful views from the summit and an award-winning movie in the visitor center telling the…

  • Pot Luck Supper

    Godnick Center Deer Street, Rutland, VT, United States

    All are welcome to join in our annual fall tradition. Bring your own place setting (to minimize trash), utensils and a dish to share. After dinner Ruth will offer a presentation…

  • Equinox Preserve, Manchester

    Mancheter, VT Manchester, VT, United States

    We’ll hike a combination of routes in this beautiful natural area on the lower elevations of Mount Equinox. Distance and difficulty will depend on which we choose, but likely 4-6 miles…

  • Wildcat Crag, Chittenden

    Chittenden, VT Chittenden, VT, United States

    Hike to Leffert’s Pond and then climb to the summit of Wildcat Crag. Snowshoes or grippers may be needed, dependent on the weather conditions, rain date Sunday. Difficult, 5 miles, with…

  • Mendon Peak, Mendon

    Mendon, VT Mendon, United States

    Climb Rutland County's highest trailless peak on the well-established bushwack route following Eddy Brook. Enjoy views of Killington Peak to the east and the hills of Shrewsbury to the south. 7…

  • Lapland Pond, Lake George Wild Forest, Dresden

    Dresden, NY Dresden, NY, United States

    Hike moderately rolling hills past several remote ponds. Minimal elevation gain, 5 miles, moderate. Option to continue to Millman Pond depending on conditions and group preference. Snowshoes or grippers may be…

  • Hot Dog Roast, Location TBA

    We’re reviving a popular mid-winter tradition. Join us for a short hike or snowshoe followed by lunch in the outdoors. Bring hot dogs or whatever you want to roast over the…

  • Aitken State Forest East Road, Mendon

    Mendon, VT Mendon, United States

    We’ll follow the East Road south from the Tamarack Notch trailhead, then follow another good wood road east to the edge of the State Forest, where there’s a wide view to…

  • Sugar Hollow Brook, Pittsford

    Pittsford, VT Pittsford, VT, United States

    Celebrate Valentines Day with a short but scenic afternoon hike or snowshoe featuring a babbling brook and a fearsome beast! Bring hot drinks and treats to share if you’d like. 1.5…

  • Chittenden Brook Ski, Chittenden

    Chittenden, VT Chittenden, VT, United States

    This trip requires advanced backcountry skiing skills, including the ability to make at least controlled snowplow turns. Climbing skins are not necessary. We must have two or more cars – leaving one at the Chittenden Brook pull-out on route 73 we’ll head to Brandon Gap and ski the relatively easy ascent south on the Long Trail to…

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.