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Time:

9:00am - 2:30pm

Location:

North Newry, ME

Description:

Advanced intermediate hike to the summit of Puzzle Mountain, 2400 feet of elevation gain, about 2-1/2 hours up; at 1-1/2 hours up is a beautiful set of ledges that could be your destination as well.

Bob Stewart will lead the hike.

Join the Mahoosuc Land Trust and enjoy the properties, views and outdoor opportunities you have helped protect and conserve.

Great family and friends outings. Come alone or bring a group. Each hike will have a leader familiar with the trails and history and attributes of the areas.

Questionable hiking weather? Need directions or more information? Call the Mahoosuc Land Trust Office, 207.824.3806, for an update on the hike status or for directions and information.

General for all hikes. Be prepared with proper footwear, water, snacks/lunch, sun protection, bug protection, etc. You may also want to bring cameras and/or binoculars.

Hike Distance:

6.4 miles

Difficulty Rating:

Moderate/Difficult

Contact Name:

Mahoosuc Land Trust

Contact Email:

info@mahoosuc.org

Contact Phone:

207.824.3806

Event Sponsor:

Mahoosuc Land Trust

Related Link:

http://www.mahoosuc.org/

Driving Directions:

Meet in the parking lot for the Grafton Loop Trail, approximately 4.5 miles up Route 26 from where Route 26 intersects Route 2.

Time:

5:15pm - 7:45pm

Location:

Shelburne (carpool) / New Haven (trailhead), VT

Description:

This Wednesday evening we will be hiking at Wright Park in New Haven and Middlebury, VT. We'll enjoy cliffs, Otter Creek, and a pair of suspension bridges.

I was there recently and could hear birdsong almost constantly. I saw a pileated woodpecker, a couple herons, a kingfisher, and some grouse. For those interested in ferns, I happened to notice at least 7 different species.

We will start out with a loop through Wright Park and then possibly do some exploring on trails on the opposite side of the creek.

You can meet at the carpool location at the Vermont Teddy Bear Company or meet in the parking area at the end of Belden Falls Road in New Haven. From VTBC, it will be a 30 minute drive. Then we will do a leisurely 3-mile loop (1.5 hours), then possibly another 2-mile loop (1 hour).

Rain may cancel. Thunderstorms will definitely cancel.

Hike Distance:

Between 3 and 5 miles

Difficulty Rating:

Easy

Contact Name:

Sharon Sierra

Contact Email:

host@hike-newengland.com

Contact Phone:

Event Sponsor:

HikeNewEngland.com

Related Link:

http://www.hikenewengland.com/

Driving Directions:

Meet at 5:15pm at Vermont Teddy Bear Company, near the side entrance to the retail store. Or meet at 5:45pm at the trailhead parking area at the end of Belden Falls Road.

From Vermont Teddy Bear:
- Take a left out of the parking lot and head south on Rt. 7.
- Continue south for about 25 minutes.
- Note where Rt. 17 intersects Rt. 7 and continue south on Rt. 7 for another 4.8 miles.
- Turn right onto Belden Falls Road which is opposite River Road. There is a sign on the left for a winery.
- Follow this short road to its end.
- After going under the bridge, you can park in the upper lot straight ahead, or curve to the left, then right and park in the lower lot.

Time:

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Location:

Carroll (Twin Mountain), NH

Description:

The summit is bare, with great views for a moderate effort. The Sugarloaf Trail starts out gently, then gets steep as it rises to the col between North and Middle Sugarloaves at .75 miles. We will turn left and continue .3 miles to Middle Sugarloaf (2,539') with the best views.

We can head back, or stay and watch the sun set. Sunset is about 8:00 pm.

You can bring your dinner, or eat before or after we hike.

RSVP: Not necessary.
WEATHER: Hike is off in bad weather.
DOG FRIENDLY: Yes, if the dogs are well-behaved.

Hike Distance:

About 2.1 miles

Difficulty Rating:

Moderate

Contact Name:

Faye Doria

Contact Email:

fayedoria@yahoo.com

Contact Phone:

603.868.7463

Event Sponsor:

Seacoast Dayhikers

Related Link:

http://www.seacoastdayhikers.com/

Driving Directions:

The Sugarloaf Trailhead on Zealand Road leaves just south of the bridge over the Zealand River 1 mile south of Route 302. Parking is just north of the bridge and requires a WMNF parking pass or a campground receipt.

Time:

9:00am - 3:00pm

Location:

Carroll (Twin Mountain), NH

Description:

This trip will be about 6 miles with a total climb of about 3,000'. The trail climbs the steep southern side of Mt. Webster (3,910') reaching the first good viewpoints at 1.8 miles. The trail then climbs to the top of Webster Cliff and follows it north with views down into Crawford Notch and across to Mount Willey. My old AMC book says that for the "grandeur of the mountain scenery... there is nothing finer in the White Mountains". We reach the rocky summit of Mt. Webster in 3.3 miles.

We'll desend on the Webster branch of the Webster-Jackson Trail. Those who want to bag Mt. Jackson (4,052') can continue 1.4 miles on the Webster Cliff Trail and descend on the Webster-Jackson Trail (add about 1 hour).

I will be camping starting 8/6 so won't be reachable after 9:00 am on 8/6.

RSVP: Not necessary.
WEATHER: Hike is off in bad weather.
DOG FRIENDLY: Yes, if the dogs are well-behaved.

Hike Distance:

About 6 miles

Difficulty Rating:

Moderate/Difficult

Contact Name:

Faye Doria

Contact Email:

fayedoria@yahoo.com

Contact Phone:

603.868.7463

Event Sponsor:

Seacoast Dayhikers

Related Link:

http://www.seacoastdayhikers.com/

Driving Directions:

MEETING TIMES:
- Concord - parking lot between LL Bean and Hannaford's at Exit 14 off Route 93 - 6:30 am
- Dover - C&J parking lot - 7:00 am
- Wakefield - Mobil station at junction of Routes 16 and 109 - 8:00 am
- Trailhead - we'll meet at the ending trailhead near the train station in Crawford Notch - 9:00 am

DIRECTIONS TO TRAILHEAD: The hike starts at a trailhead just north of Dry River Campground on Route 302 where the AT crosses the highway. Parking is on the west side of the road at the Ethan Pond trailhead. However, we will assemble where the hike will end, since there is more parking there. We will meet at south end of the hiker parking near the train station in Crawford Notch and take as few cars as possible to the trailhead.

Time:

12:00pm

Location:

Westminster, MA

Description:

Hike south around beautiful, remote Muddy Pond.

Leaders: Kimball Simpson (tel. 508-366-0485) & Toby Mushrush (tel. 978-602-2814)

Hike Distance:

5.8 miles

Difficulty Rating:

Easy/Moderate

Contact Name:

See description.

Contact Email:

Contact Phone:

See description.

Event Sponsor:

The Midstate Trail Committee

Related Link:

http://www.midstatetrail.org/hikes.htm

Driving Directions:

Meet NOON at “graffiti bridge” on Oakmont Ave. in Westminster. From Boston area, take Rte. 2 west to exit 25. Turn left on Rte. 2A and take quick left on Town Farm Rd. Drive about 2 miles to bottom of hill, then right on Oakmont Ave to graffiti bridge. From Rte. 140 north, cross Rte. 2 overpass and immediately go left onto Town Farm Rd. (see above). Leave some cars here and drive to where trail crosses Route 12 in Ashburnham, parking at Jewell Hill Road.

Time:

9:30am - 2:30pm

Location:

Randolph, NH

Description:

Ice Gulch is a boulder choked ravine where there is often ice year-round. This is a loop of 6.6 miles with a total climb of 1,000'. The difficulty comes in climbing over and around the large boulders.

We will take the Mount Cresent Trail to Cook Path and reaches the top of Ice Gulch after 2.6 miles. The Gulch is about 1.5 miles long and is a full-body workout. It's about 2 easy miles back to Randolph Hill Road and 0.6 mile back on the road to the cars.

Be sure to have good boots since you will need the traction.

I will be camping starting 8/6 so won't be reachable after 9:00 am on 8/6.

RSVP: Not necessary.
WEATHER: Hike is off in bad weather.
DOG FRIENDLY: No - too dangerous if they fall between the boulders

Hike Distance:

About 6.6 miles

Difficulty Rating:

Moderate/Difficult

Contact Name:

Faye Doria

Contact Email:

fayedoria@yahoo.com

Contact Phone:

603.868.7463

Event Sponsor:

Seacoast Dayhikers

Related Link:

http://www.seacoastdayhikers.com/

Driving Directions:

MEETING TIMES:
- Trailhead at 9:30 am
- We'll leave Sugarloaf II at about 8:45 if you want to carpool from there.

DIRECTIONS TO TRAILHEAD AND PARKING INSTRUCTIONS: Trailhead is on Randolph Hill Road which heads north off Route 2 west of Gorham. It's 3.5 miles west of the junction of Route 2 and Rt. 16, or a mile or so east of the Appalachia parking area. Turn north and follow Randolph Hill Road to the end. This is a public road, so please park so traffic can get by and you maximize the number of cars that can park there.

Time:

9:30am - 11:30am

Location:

Carroll (Twin Mountain), NH

Description:

This short hike leads to great views. It will be the perfect end to our camping weekend. The summit is reached in 1.4 miles after 925' of climb (think Mt. Major).

We start on the Avalon Trail but branch off quickly to the Mt. Willard Trail. It mostly follows an old carriage road, but the top is a clifftop ledge with views down the length of Crawford Notch.

It's Faye's birthday, so cake and ice cream, or chocolate, is appreciated.

I will be camping starting 8/6 so won't be reachable after 9:00 am on 8/6.

RSVP: Not necessary.
WEATHER: Hike is on rain or shine .
DOG FRIENDLY: Yes, if the dogs are well-behaved.

Hike Distance:

2.8 miles

Difficulty Rating:

Moderate

Contact Name:

Faye Doria

Contact Email:

fayedoria@yahoo.com

Contact Phone:

603.868.7463

Event Sponsor:

Seacoast Dayhikers

Related Link:

http://www.hikenewengland.com/WillardHitchcockFlumeNH090905.html

Driving Directions:

The trailhead is behind the Crawford Notch Depot / Macomber Family Information Center (visitor center) which is located on Route 302 in Carroll (Twin Mountain), New Hampshire.

From the West: From the junction of Routes 3 and 302 in Carroll (Twin Mountain), follow Rt. 302 East for 8.2 miles, then turn right into the parking lot for the Crawford Notch Depot / Macomber Family Information Center, which is immediately after the entrance to the parking lot for the AMC Highland Center.

From the East: Follow Rt. 302 West. The Crawford Notch Depot / Macomber Family Information Center will be on the left about 3 miles west of the Willey House Historical Site. The parking lot is immediately before the entrance for the parking lot for the AMC Highland Center.

Time:

TDB

Location:

New London, NH

Description:

The Clark and Clark's Expedition, a hike to both Clark Pond and Clark's Lookout in New London.

Hike Distance:

3 miles

Difficulty Rating:

Easy

Contact Name:

Ralph Spofford

Contact Email:

Contact Phone:

603.526.6568

Event Sponsor:

Sunapee-Ragged-Kearsarge Greenway Coalition

Related Link:

http://www.srkg.com/

Driving Directions:

Call for directions.

Time:

9:00am

Location:

Moultonborough, NH

Description:

Join the Lakes Region Conservation Trust (LRCT) for a fun hike along the Interpretive Trail! The Interpretive Trail is designed for all ages as a hands-on way to learn about wildlife, geology, biodiversity, local history, ecosystems, water resources, and the unique characteristics of the Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area. The Interpretive Trail and associated Interpretive Trail Guide were developed by LRCT's Education Committee. Selected stopping points along the guided hike will include a historic cellarhole, a wildlife tracks guessing game, and a spectacular viewpoint which looks out over the Castle and Lake Winnipesaukee. This is a great hike for all, including families with children.

Description: The 1.8-mile Interpretive Trail follows the Turtleback Mountain Trail/Oak Ridge Trail Loop. This is a moderate level trail loop with some uphill sections. We will have lunch at the viewpoint, and will either complete the entire loop or return to the start from the viewpoint the way we came. Kate Thompson, LRCT Trustee/Education Committee Chair, and Kristen Clothier, LRCT staff member, will be the lead guides.

Bring lunch, snacks, and water, and dress appropriately for the weather.

All guided excursions are free to LRCT members and volunteers. Non-members are encouraged to make a donation in support of LRCT programs.

If you would like to participate in a guided excursion, please let us know by lrct@lrct.org or phone (603.253.3301). Please provide us with your contact information so that we can notify you if the excursion has to be rescheduled for any reason, such as inclement weather.

Hike Distance:

About 1.8 miles

Difficulty Rating:

Easy/Moderate

Contact Name:

Lakes Region Conservation Trust

Contact Email:

lrct@lrct.org

Contact Phone:

603.253.3301

Event Sponsor:

Lakes Region Conservation Trust

Related Link:

http://www.lrct.org/

Driving Directions:

The hike will begin at the Upper Trailhead Parking Area at 9 a.m. The Upper Trailhead Parking Area is located at the upper end of Ossipee Park Road.

To reach the Upper Trailhead Parking Area, take Ossipee
Park Road off Route 171 in Moultonborough and follow it to the top of
the hill. (Ossipee Park Road is a left turn off Route 171 less than 1 mile
south of the Route 171/Route 109 junction or a right turn off Route 171
approximately 1 mile north of the Castle in the Clouds main entrance.)

The Upper Trailhead Parking Area is located at the upper end of
Ossipee Park Road, on the right just outside the back gate of the Castle
grounds.

Time:

10:00am

Location:

Woodstock, VT

Description:

A true mystery hike in that you'll discover where we're going as you're hiking. We'll meet at a parking area in Vermont and then you'll have to trust me to lead you to the nearby starting point. This will be a point-to-point hike of about 6 miles.

I plan on a leisurely stroll so I encourage all to come out and enjoy the scenery. About 5 hours on the trail, including multiple breaks and a leisurely pace. The hike is on the easy side of easy/moderate.

RSVP: Not necessary.
WEATHER: Hike is off in bad weather.

Hike Distance:

About 6 miles

Difficulty Rating:

Easy/Moderate

Contact Name:

Sharon Sierra

Contact Email:

sierra@HikeNewEngland.com

Contact Phone:

Event Sponsor:

Seacoast Dayhikers

Related Link:

http://www.seacoastdayhikers.com/

Driving Directions:

To parking lot/meeting spot in Vermont:
- Take I-89 to Exit 1.
- Get on Rt. 4 West and travel through Quechee to Woodstock.
- In Woodstock, take Rt. 12 NORTH (you will first encounter Rt. 12 southbound).
- From where Rt. 12 leaves Rt. 4, head north on Rt. 12 for 4 miles.
- Park in a parking lot on the left side of the road.
- From I-89, count on 30 minutes to the parking area.

Time:

TDB

Location:

South Sutton, NH

Description:

Tour historic Old Province Road, finishing up in South Sutton at the Old Home Day celebration.

Hike Distance:

3 miles

Difficulty Rating:

Easy

Contact Name:

Art Robbins

Contact Email:

Contact Phone:

603.927.4377

Event Sponsor:

Sunapee-Ragged-Kearsarge Greenway Coalition

Related Link:

http://www.srkg.com/

Driving Directions:

Call for directions.

Time:

5:15pm - 8:15pm

Location:

Shelburne (carpool) / New Haven (trailhead), VT

Description:

This Wednesday evening we will be hiking at Wright Park in New Haven and Middlebury, VT. We'll enjoy cliffs, Otter Creek, and a pair of suspension bridges.

I was there recently and could hear birdsong almost constantly. I saw a pileated woodpecker, a couple herons, a kingfisher, and some grouse. For those interested in ferns, I happened to notice at least 7 different species.

We will do a 3-4 mile loop through Wright Park at a leisurely pace which will amount to about 2 hours of walking.

You can meet at the carpool location at the Vermont Teddy Bear Company or meet in the parking area at the end of Belden Falls Road in New Haven. From VTBC, it will be a 30 minute drive.

Rain may cancel. Thunderstorms will definitely cancel.

Hike Distance:

3-4 miles

Difficulty Rating:

Easy

Contact Name:

Sharon Sierra

Contact Email:

host@hike-newengland.com

Contact Phone:

Event Sponsor:

HikeNewEngland.com

Related Link:

http://www.hikenewengland.com/

Driving Directions:

Meet at 5:15pm at Vermont Teddy Bear Company, near the side entrance to the retail store. Or meet at 5:45pm at the trailhead parking area at the end of Belden Falls Road.

From Vermont Teddy Bear:
- Take a left out of the parking lot and head south on Rt. 7.
- Continue south for about 25 minutes.
- Note where Rt. 17 intersects Rt. 7 and continue south on Rt. 7 for another 4.8 miles.
- Turn right onto Belden Falls Road which is opposite River Road. There is a sign on the left for a winery.
- Follow this short road to its end.
- After going under the bridge, you can park in the upper lot straight ahead, or curve to the left, then right and park in the lower lot.

Time:

TDB

Location:

Wilmot, NH

Description:

Bog Mountain for families. Bring your youngsters for this casual walk.

Hike Distance:

2 miles, easy

Difficulty Rating:

Easy

Contact Name:

Andy Hager

Contact Email:

Contact Phone:

603.526.2846

Event Sponsor:

Sunapee-Ragged-Kearsarge Greenway Coalition

Related Link:

http://www.srkg.com/

Driving Directions:

Call for directions.

Time:

9:00am

Location:

Westminster, MA

Description:

Hike south, by Round Meadow Pond and Wachusett Village Inn.

Leaders: Jeanne Gilleney-Decenzo (tel. 508-852-6882) & Jim Wrightson (tel. 978-852-4800).

Hike Distance:

About 5 miles

Difficulty Rating:

Easy/Moderate

Contact Name:

See description.

Contact Email:

Contact Phone:

See description.

Event Sponsor:

The Midstate Trail Committee

Related Link:

http://www.midstatetrail.org/hikes.htm

Driving Directions:

Meet at 9 a.m. in Westminster at Stone Hill Road/Narrows Road. From Boston area take Rte. 2 west, exit 27. Take left at exit, crossing Rte. 2 onto Narrows Rd. Drive straight to fork at Stone Hill Rd. where trail crosses. From Worcester area, take Rte. 140 north, take right onto Gatehouse Road just before ski area entrance; follow about 2 miles and turn right onto Stone Hill Road, drive to bottom of hill at corner with Narrows Road and park along brook. Leave some cars and drive to graffiti bridge on Oakmont Ave.

Time:

5:30pm - 7:30pm

Location:

South Burlington, VT

Description:

We will cover 3-4 miles and experience views, gardens, woods, fields, loops, and spurs. Leisurely pace.

If you don't like the feel of vegetation against your bare skin, you may want to wear long pants and/or long sleeves as we will be brushing shoulders with golden goldenrod.

Thunderstorms cancel.

Hike Distance:

3-4 miles

Difficulty Rating:

Easy

Contact Name:

Sharon Sierra

Contact Email:

sierra@HikeNewEngland.com

Contact Phone:

Event Sponsor:

HikeNewEngland.com

Related Link:

http://www.hikenewengland.com/

Driving Directions:

5:15 at Vermont Teddy Bear Company, near the side entrance to the retail store at the picnic tables.

5:30 at the trailhead parking lot on the corner of Dorset Street and Swift Street Extension. From the traffic light at Dorset/Swift/Swift Street Extension, turn onto Swift Street Extension, then take your very first right into a large dirt parking lot.

Time:

9:00am

Location:

Westminster, MA

Description:

Hike south over Crow Hill ledges and by Redemption Rock to ski area.

Leaders Paul Cully (tel. 978-692-2498) & Jim Wrightson (tel. 978-852-4800)

Hike Distance:

5 miles

Difficulty Rating:

Easy/Moderate

Contact Name:

See description.

Contact Email:

Contact Phone:

See description.

Event Sponsor:

The Midstate Trail Committee

Related Link:

http://www.midstatetrail.org/hikes.htm

Driving Directions:

Meet 9 a.m. at Wachusett Mtn. Ski Area.

From Boston area, take Route 2 west to exit 25 onto Route 140 heading south, take right at ski area sign.

From Worcester area, take Rte.190 to exit 5. Go north on Rte. 140 for 9.5 miles to Wachusett Mt. entrance on left.

Meet in main parking lot, along edge on the right side, near where trail enters woods. Leave some cars and drive to corner of Stone Hill and Narrows roads in Westminster.