Mt. Hale, NH

6.5 +/- miles. Park at the Hale Brook Trailhead. Hike to summit via Hale Brook Trail, then Lend-a-Hand Trail for the descent, stopping at Zealand Hut. Return via a short descent on the AT and out on the Zealand Trail and Zealand Road to the trailhead. Bring lunch and water. Contact Leader: Michael Chernick, 249-0520 or chernick5@comcast.net for meeting time.