Events

Taconic Mountain Ramble, the newest jewel in the VT state park system. Approximately five miles of trails, meadows, vistas, and waterfalls will be explored on this moderately difficult hiking trip. A Japanese garden is one of the highlights. The park has no facilities so it s important to bring plenty of water along with lunch....

7.4 miles. Moderate distance and pace. Camel s Hump. Hike a loop from Duxbury trailhead (Dean Trail to Long Trail to Monroe Trail). May see early fall colors. Bring water, lunch and snacks and wear clothes appropriate for the weather. Contact Leader: Phyllis Rubenstein, 793-6313 or phyllis@PhyllisRubensteinLaw. comcastbiz.net for meeting time and place.

1.5 miles. Easy distance with a moderate climb. New Barnes Camp Loop on the Long Trail, Stowe. If there is interest, we may also hike the new section of the LT heading up Mt. Mansfield, or go to Sterling Pond. Meet at the Dept. of Labor at 9:00 A.M. or 10:00 A.M. at the new...

11.8 mile loop. Difficult ascent and descent, Moderate crossover. Hunger & Worcester Mountains. Bring lunch and water. We’ll spot a car in Worcester, then drive to North Bear Swamp Road in Middlesex, climb the Middlesex Trail to the summit of Mt. Hunger, follow the Worcester Range ridgeline on the Skyline Trail to the summit of...

20-25 miles. Moss Glenn Falls to Morrisville and return on Randolph Road. Helmet required. Bring water. Plan to have lunch at the Bakery in Morrisville. Contact Leaders: Mary Smith, 505-0603 or Mary Garcia, 622-0585 for meeting time and place.n

Rain Date: October 14, Sunday. All abilities needed and welcomed. Various distances. LT north from Barnes Camp and Smugglers Notch, Sterling Pond, and trail around Sterling Pond. Bring lunch and water. Wear sturdy boots, work clothes and gloves. Tools supplied. Meet at MHS at 8:00 A.M. Contact Leader: John Buddington, ‭229-0725‬ or john@buddington.net

40 mile loop. Northfield to Randolph via Rte. 12A and back via Rte. 12. Lunch at casual restaurant in Randolph. Bring water. Helmet required. Contact Leader: Nancy Schulz, saddleshoes2@gmail.com for meeting time and place. (Cancelled due to weather)

Rain Date: October 21, Sunday. All abilities needed and are welcomed. Various distances. From the new Winooski River footbridge, work on LT south to Bamforth Ridge Shelter. Bring lunch and water. Wear sturdy boots, work clothes and gloves. Tools supplied. Meet at MHS at 8:00 A.M. Contact Leader: Alan Paschell, ‭223-7044‬ or trails@gmcmontpelier.orgn

3+ hrs. on the water. Chittenden Reservoir. Bring PFD and bag lunch. Contact Leader: Nancy Schulz, saddleshoes2@gmail.com for meeting and place. (no one contacted me about paddling today on the Chittenden Reservoir so that trip didn t go)

26 miles. Bike to Waterbury via Stevens Brook Road, and return on Rte. 2. Helmet required. Bring water and lunch or buy in Waterbury. Contact Leaders: Mary Smith, 505-0603 or Mary Garcia, 622-0585 for meeting time and place.n

Rescheduled from Oct 27 to Oct 28. 6.1 mile loop. Butler Lodge. From the Stevensville Road in Underhill Center, ascend the Butler Lodge Trail (some difficult sections), take the Wallace Cutoff, and descend via the LTS (moderate) and Nebraska Notch Trail (easy). Contact Leader: Morgan Irons, 223-7044 or morgan.irons@myfairpoint.net for meeting time and place. (cancelled...

10+/- miles. Circular loop around the ridge behind George’s home and return. Bring water. Helmet required. Leave at 10:00 A.M. from his home and return about 12:30 P.M., where lunch will be provided as a token of gratitude for going on the trips. Also hike up the ridge that we just biked around. Be sure...

5+/- miles. Number 10 Pond to Cranberry Meadow Road and back. See petroglyph, possibly migrating waterfowl. Bring water, lunch and snacks. Contact Leader: Phyllis Rubenstein, 793-6313 or phyllis@PhyllisRubensteinLaw. comcastbiz.net for meeting time and place.

7+ miles round trip. Seyon Lodge State Park in Groton from base of Spruce Mountain in Plainfield. Rolling terrain, wet in places. Bring bag lunch and water. Email Leader: Nancy Schulz, saddleshoes2@gmail.com for meeting time and place.

7+/- miles. Perry Hill network of trails in Waterbury. Rolling terrain with steep sections and some narrow bridge crossings. Bring water and bag lunch. Email Leader: Nancy Schulz, saddleshoes2@gmail.com for meeting time and place.n

3-5 miles. Enjoy a fall walk on the bike path. Plan to have lunch at McCarthy s. Contact Leaders: Mary Smith, 505-0603 or Mary Garcia, 622-0585 for meeting time and place. (Trip was cancelled because of weather and lack of interest. )

General membership meeting. Phyllis Rubenstein presentsn The Walker s Haute Route: From Chamonix to Zermatt --na talk about her 120 mile hike in the French and Swiss Alps.nShe will show photographs of the mountains, flora, and fauna, and discuss the challenges and wonders of hiking along this stunning alpine terrain.n7 p.m. at the T.W. Wood...

Moderately difficulty terrain and moderate pace. 6 to 12 miles. Ski Leader s favorite groomed trails at Craftsbury Outdoor Center. Trail pass or fee. Experience required. If you don t have classic or skate skis, you may rent skis at the outdoor center. Due to the fantastic early season snow, Leader is moving the event...

Various distances. All abilities. Bolton Touring Center. Trail fee. Bring lunch and water. Contact Leaders: Mary Smith, 505-0603 or Mary Garcia, 622-0585 for meeting time and place.

Executive Committee regular quarterly meeting. Members are welcome. 7:00 P.M. You may bring a dessert to share. Contact: president@gmcmontpelier.org or 622-4516 for meeting time and place.

4.8 miles. Moderate to Difficult. Camel s Hump via Burrows Trail. Start at the Burrows trail-head in Huntington and hike up to Camel s Hump, returning on the same trail. We will use snowshoes or microspikes depending upon conditions. Contact Leaders: Steve or Heather Bailey, 622-4516 or stevecbailey@gmail.com for meeting time and place.n

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6-10 miles. Moderate Pace and Terrain. Cross-country Ski the leader s favorite trails at Craftsbury Touring Center. Experience required. Cross-country (classic or skate) skis required or may be rented at the Center. Bring water, snacks, and lunch or purchase at the Center. Trail fee or pass required. Contact Leader: Phyllis Rubenstein, 793-6313 or Phyllis@PhyllisRubensteinLaw.comcastbiz.net for...