9.3 miles. 2,600 feet elevation gain. A scenic hike from Jay Pass to North Jay Pass, following the LT over Jay Peak. Another new hike in the leader s quest to complete the LT. Contact: Jill Aspinall, happy.jill.aspinall@gmail.com for meeting time and place.
4.8 miles total. Steady pace. Hunger Mtn. Get out of work and enjoy the longest day of the year on the trail! Meet at MHS, 4:00 P.M. or Middlesex Trailhead at 4:30 P.M. Bring a headlamp with spare batteries, water, plenty of food, and dress in layers. Contact Leader: Sharon Plumb, sharon.plumb@gmail.com or 223-2190 with...
Moderately Difficult. 8.3 miles. Camel s Hump. Summit via Monroe Trail; continue on the LT to the Alpine Trail; turn onto the Alpine Trail and return to the Monroe Trail and Couching Lion parking lot. Basically circumnavigate the summit using the Alpine Trail. Contact: Charlene Bohl, charlenebohl@comcast.net or 229-9908 or Phyllis Rubenstein, phyllis@phyllisrubensteinlaw.comcastbiz.net or 793-6313...
34 miles round trip. Lamoille Valley Rail Trail. Gentle uphill ride from St. Johnsbury to West Danville, downhill on return trip. Bring water and lunch. Helmet and closed shoes required. Meet at MHS. Contact Leaders: Reidun and Andrew Nuquist, 223-3550 for meeting time and place.
4.4 miles round trip. Hike Nebraska Notch trail from Stevensville Rd. Younger hikers and parents with babies on board could take LT South to Taylor Lodge. Older, more experienced hikers can enjoy the Clara Bow trail. Bring lunch and enjoy a rest at the shelter. Contact: Morgan Irons, morganirons@myfairpoint.net for more details and to sign...
5-8 miles total. Waterbury Center State Park. Join leaders for a day of paddling and swimming. Bring water and picnic supper. Bring own boat or rent at beach. PFD required. Day use fee or Green Mountain Passport. Meet at MHS. Contact Leaders: Reidun and Andrew Nuquist, 223-3550 for meeting time.
Moderately Difficult. Ascend on the Old Bridle Path and descend on the Skookumchuck Trail. Requires car spot. Contact Leaders: Charlene Bohl, charlenebohl@comcast.net or 229-9908, or Phyllis Rubenstein, phyllis@phyllisrubensteinlaw.comcastbiz.net or 793-6313 with any questions and for meeting time and place.
GMS Montpelier Section Executive Committee meeting. Contact President Steve Bailey at president@gmcmontpelier.org for more information.
4-8 miles. Green River Reservoir, one of the most scenic areas in Vermont! Distance depends on weather and abilities of the group. Must have PFD and your own canoe/kayak. Contact Leaders: Steve and Heather Bailey, stevecbailey@gmail.com or 609-424-9238 for meeting time and place.
GMC Trail Magic Day. The Montpelier Section will host at the Bamforth Ridge trailhead, starting at 9 A.M. Volunteers please contact Steve Bailey at president@gmcmontpelier.org
6.5 miles. Start at Sterling Gorge and hike the Catamount Trail to Peek-A-View Mt., where you can relax in a bench swing with a view of Mt Mansfield. Finish off with beautiful Sterling Gorge. Contact Leaders: Steve and Heather Bailey, stevecbailey@gmail.com or 609-424-9238 for meeting time and place.
11.7 miles. 2,700 elevation gain. A serious climb up the Clark Brook Trail. Precedes a much gentler ramble up the LT to Lincoln Gap. Another new hike in the leader s progression along the LT. Contact: Jill Aspinall, happy.jill.aspinall@gmail.com for meeting time and place.
Woodstock-Barnard loop by Silver Lake. First half is mostly uphill. Bring water and lunch. Helmet and closed shoes required. Meet at MHS. Contact Leaders: Reidun and Andrew Nuquist, 223-3550 for meeting time.
Moderate to Difficult. 6 miles total. Early Riser hike up Mansfield from the Stevensville parking lot. Frost Trail, Maple Ridge, and Wampahoofus to the Forehead; returning via LTS, Wallace Cutoff, and Butler Lodge Trail. Meet at MHS at 6:00 A.M. or 7:00 A.M. at the trailhead. Contact Leader: Alan Paschell, 223-7044, if weather questionable.
24 miles. Berlin Pond to Brookfield Floating Bridge. Wear helmet. Bring lunch and water. Meet at the Berlin Pond public parking area at 10:00 A.M. Contact: George Plumb, 883-2313 or plumb.george@gmail.com
8-10+/- miles. Hike begins on Austin Brook Road (Forest Service Road 25), crosses Austin Brook and a second brook and ascends to a downed airplane. Bushwack continues to summit of Mt. Cleveland and the Long Trail. Descend on Cooley Glen Trail. Requires car spot. Contact co-leaders: Rudy Townsend, 433-1004 or Phyllis Rubenstein, 793-6313 or Phyllis@phyllisrubensteinlaw.comcastbiz.net...
9.3 miles and 2,600 feet of elevation gain. A solid climb up Jay Peak starts immediately from the trailhead as this outing follows the LT from Jay Pass to North Jay Pass. Lots of scenic views while maintaining a steady pace. Contact: Jill Aspinall, happy.jill.aspinall@gmail.com for meeting time and place.
5-6 miles. Waterbury Reservoir. Launch at the Cotton Brook access point. PFD and canoe or kayak required. Please bring lunch. Contact Leaders: Steve and Heather Bailey, stevecbailey@gmail.com or 609-424-9238 for meeting time and place.
6 miles. Hike the LT and Babcock Trail near Eden, just south of Belvidere. Mt. Devil s Gulch requires climbing over a few boulders. Contact Leaders: Steve and Heather Bailey, stevecbailey@gmail.com or 609-424-9238 for meeting time and place.
25+/- miles. Cycle to Waitsfield and return. Bring water and lunch. Helmet required. Contact Leaders: Mary Garcia, 622-0585 or Mary Smith, 505-0603 for meeting time and place.
5.6 miles. Mt. Belvidere on Long Trail from Rte. 118 trailhead parking lot in Eden. Long-range views of two countries and three states from historic fire tower on the summit. Bring lunch and water. Contact Leaders: Cynthia Martin or George Longenecker; marlong@myfairpoint.net, 229-9787 for more details and meeting time.
11.6 miles and 2,000 feet elevation gain. Hike the Long Trail from Middlebury Gap to the Clark Brook Trail going through the Breadloaf Wilderness and over Mount Wilson, before descending to Granville. A new hike in the leader s quest to complete the LT. Contact: Jill Aspinall at happy.jill.aspinall@gmail.com for meeting place and time.
16 miles with easy pace. Bike Ride. Explore an old railroad bed from Ricker Pond to Bailey Pond. Check out as many as four other ponds along the way. Meet at Ricker Pond outlet at 1:00. Contact: Steve Lightholder, 479-2304 or steve.lightholder@yahoo.com for more details.
Section Executive Committee. 6:30 P.M. Members are welcome. You may bring a dessert to share. Contact: Steve Bailey at president@gmcmontpelier.org for meeting place.
