BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Green Mountain Club - Montpelier Section - ECPv6.18.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Green Mountain Club - Montpelier Section X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Green Mountain Club - Montpelier Section REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240521 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240521 DTSTAMP:20240521T160000Z CREATED:20240521T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T160000Z UID:21223-1716292800-1716335999@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Bike Workshop in Montpelier - DESCRIPTION:Bike Workshop. Montpelier in the Community Room at the Montpelier Senior Activity Center\, 58 Barre Street. Sign up for one\, several or all six sessions of this FREE series offered by Montpelier’s Complete Streets Committee. Each session will feature one hour in the classroom followed by an optional\, guided bicycle ride. All who wish to participate in the rides must arrive with a bicycle in good working order and must wear a helmet. \nPlease register in advance by contacting Nancy Schulz  at   saddleshoes2@gmail.com \nSession 3\, May 21\, 5:30 to 6:30 pm: “What to Wear\, Eat & Do to Stay Comfortable on Your Bike” This class will address discomfort prevention and remedies in the form of specific stretches\, alternative riding positions\, equipment variations\, clothing recommendations\, nutritional suggestions and riding styles to keep your riding enjoyable in all kinds of conditions. An optional\, guided bicycle ride will follow the hour in the classroom. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/bike-workshop-in-montpelier-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240519 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240519 DTSTAMP:20240519T160000Z CREATED:20240519T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240519T160000Z UID:21224-1716120000-1716163199@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Annual meeting at former Elks Country Club - DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for the Montpelier Section of the Green Mountain Club’s annual meeting\, to be held on Sunday\, May 19\, 2024 at 2:00 PM at the former Elks Country Club building on Country Club Road in Montpelier.\n \nThere will be a brief business meeting followed by short presentations on the following subjects:\nScott Richardson – Annapurna Base Camp\nHeidi Kunkel – Hiking in Costa Rica\nSteve Bailey – Hiking the Italian Dolomites\nAndrew Nuquist – Above the Timberline in Norway\n \nPlease bring snacks and drinks to share.  The presentations will be followed by socializing and optional walks around the property.\n \nThe slate of nominees for Montpelier Section officers (Executive Committee) is as follows:\n \nPresident – Steve Bailey\nVice President – Rob Penney*\nSecretary – Missy Ethridge*\nTreasurer – Scott Richardson\nTrails & Shelters Coordinator – Heidi Kunkel\nMembership Coordinator – Heather Bailey\nGMC Board of Directors Section Representative – Phyllis Rubenstein\nGMC Board of Directors Alternate Section Representative – Charlene Bohl\n \nStarred names indicate individuals who have not previously served in any Executive Committee position. We welcome them and look forward to the energy and creativity they will bring to our Section. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/annual-meeting-at-former-elks-country-club/ CATEGORIES:Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240518 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240518 DTSTAMP:20240518T160000Z CREATED:20240518T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T160000Z UID:21225-1716033600-1716076799@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Stowe. Work Hike on Long Trai - DESCRIPTION:TRAIL WORK DAY on the LTN out of Smugglers’ Notch\, Stowe. Meet at Barnes Camp at 9:00 AM after parking in the lot across the road. Bring water\, snacks\, and work gloves. Dress for hiking and getting down and dirty. No experience necessary. Tools and camaraderie provided. Contact kunkelheidi@gmail.com. Please RSVP if planning to join. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/stowe-work-hike-on-long-trai/ CATEGORIES:Work Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240514 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240514 DTSTAMP:20240514T160000Z CREATED:20240514T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T160000Z UID:21226-1715688000-1715731199@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Bike Workshop in Montpelier - DESCRIPTION:Bike Workshop. Montpelier in the Community Room at the Montpelier Senior Activity Center\, 58 Barre Street. Sign up for one\, several or all six sessions of this FREE series offered by Montpelier’s Complete Streets Committee. Each session will feature one hour in the classroom followed by an optional\, guided bicycle ride. All who wish to participate in the rides must arrive with a bicycle in good working order and must wear a helmet. \nPlease register in advance by contacting Nancy Schulz  at  saddleshoes2@gmail.com \nSession 2\, May 14\, 5:30 to 6:30 pm: “Riding Safely on Vermont’s Roads” How should a bicyclist deal with car traffic\, loose dogs\, sand\, railroad tracks and rough roads? Does the law require helmets for children and/or adults? Is side-by-side riding allowed? Is riding on the sidewalk legal? This session will answer these questions and many more about sharing the road safely and legally. An optional\, guided bicycle ride will follow the hour in the classroom. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/bike-workshop-in-montpelier-5/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240511 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240511 DTSTAMP:20240511T160000Z CREATED:20240511T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240511T160000Z UID:21227-1715428800-1715471999@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Duxbury. Work Hike on Bamforth Ridge LT - DESCRIPTION:TRAIL WORK DAY on the Bamforth Ridge Trail. Meet at Duxbury Road Long Trail parking lot  (AKA River Road) at 9:00 AM. Bring water\, snacks\, and work gloves. Dress for hiking and getting down and dirty. No experience necessary. Tools and camaraderie provided. Contact kunkelheidi@gmail.com Please RSVP if planning to join. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/duxbury-work-hike-on-bamforth-ridge-lt/ CATEGORIES:Work Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240507 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240507 DTSTAMP:20240507T160000Z CREATED:20240507T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T160000Z UID:21228-1715083200-1715126399@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Bike Workshop in Montpelier - DESCRIPTION:Bike Workshop. Montpelier in the Community Room at the Montpelier Senior Activity Center\, 58 Barre Street. Sign up for one\, several or all six sessions of this FREE series offered by Montpelier’s Complete Streets Committee. Each session will feature one hour in the classroom followed by an optional\, guided bicycle ride. All who wish to participate in the rides must arrive with a bicycle in good working order and must wear a helmet. \nPlease register in advance by contacting Nancy Schulz  at   saddleshoes2@gmail.com \nSession 1\, May 7\, 5:30 to 6:30 pm: “Adjusting Your Bike & Helmet for Comfort & Fit”.  Does your helmet slip around or give you a headache? Is your back or neck sore when you ride? Do you wonder if your seat is at the right height and angle? This session will address these questions and it will also teach you the “Eyes\, Ears\, and Mouth Test.” An optional\, guided bicycle ride will follow the hour in the classroom. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/bike-workshop-in-montpelier-6/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240428 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240428 DTSTAMP:20240428T160000Z CREATED:20240428T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240428T160000Z UID:21229-1714305600-1714348799@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Hike near Chickering bog in Calais - DESCRIPTION:Hike. Calais. Easy. 2-3 miles. 2-3+ hours. Hike to the boardwalk on Chickering Bog\, which is actually a fen\, and along a nearby woods trail to see early spring woodland and bog plants. We will stop at the boardwalk\, observe\, and compare the features of bogs and fens. Bring water and snacks; and binoculars if you want to view across the open water. Contact leader: Phyllis Rubenstein 793-6313 or Phyllisruby2022@gmail.com for meeting time and place. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/hike-near-chickering-bog-in-calais/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240420 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240420 DTSTAMP:20240420T160000Z CREATED:20240420T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240420T160000Z UID:21230-1713614400-1713657599@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Walk in East Montpelier - DESCRIPTION:Walk. East Montpelier. Easy-Moderate (some hills). 3-6.4 miles (group decides). Walk on Sparrow Farm Road to North Branch trail system. Group can decide to carry on around the Horn of the Moon road circuit for about 6.4 miles where there are some hills but nice views of the valley and the Worcester range. Contact leader Missy Ethridge (315-558-0765) or ede521@yahoo.com for meeting time and place. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/walk-in-east-montpelier/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240414 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240414 DTSTAMP:20240414T160000Z CREATED:20240414T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240414T160000Z UID:21231-1713096000-1713139199@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Hike West of Waterbury - DESCRIPTION:POSTPONED due to family matters.  Hike Honey Hollow Loop. West of Waterbury. Moderate. 6 miles. 3-4 hours. Hike the Honey Hollow Loop trail\, which is on old woods roads and public roads\, to look for early signs of spring. Bring water\, lunch\, and snacks. Contact leader: Phyllis Rubenstein 793-6313 or Phyllisruby2022@gmail.com for meeting time and place. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/hike-west-of-waterbury/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240413 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240413 DTSTAMP:20240413T160000Z CREATED:20240413T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240413T160000Z UID:21232-1713009600-1713052799@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Hike in Middlesex - DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED due to muddy conditions.  Hike. Middlesex – White Rock/ Hunger Mountain in CC Putnam State Forest. Moderate to Strenuous\, depending on conditions. 5.75 miles\, 3-4 hours. A steady ascent and some rock scrambling rewards hikers with spectacular views including Camel’s Hump\, Killington\, and Mt. Mansfield. Bring appropriate hiking footwear and clothing\, (conditions depending) micro spikes and/or snowshoes\, hiking poles\, water and snacks. Contact leader: Scott Richardson at scott@northboundventures.com for more information\, meeting time and location. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/hike-in-middlesex/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240406 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240406 DTSTAMP:20240406T160000Z CREATED:20240406T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240406T160000Z UID:21233-1712404800-1712447999@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Walk in Middlesex - DESCRIPTION:The walk is CANCELLED and will be re-scheduled after Mud Season. Bear Swamp Road Loop\, Middlesex. Moderate. 6 miles. Meet at 10:00 am; park by the gazebo by Rumney School\, Shady Rill Road\, Middlesex. Contact Charlene Bohl at 802-229-9908 or charlenebohl@comcast.net with questions. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/walk-in-middlesex/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240323 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240323 DTSTAMP:20240323T160000Z CREATED:20240323T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240323T160000Z UID:21234-1711195200-1711238399@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Cross Country Ski in Groton State Forest - DESCRIPTION:Cross Country Ski (dependent on conditions). New Discovery State Park in Groton State Forest. Easy to Moderate. 2-3 hours. Ski beautiful trails in mature woods and rolling fields. Bring cross-country ski equipment\, weather-appropriate clothing\, water and snacks. Contact leader: Scott Richardson at scott@northboundventures.com for more information\, meeting time and location. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/cross-country-ski-in-groton-state-forest/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240317 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240317 DTSTAMP:20240317T160000Z CREATED:20240317T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T160000Z UID:21235-1710676800-1710719999@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Road Walk in Adamant - DESCRIPTION:Road Walk around Sodom Pond. Adamant. Easy. 4 miles. 1 1/2-2 hours. Walk around Sodom Pond. Bring water and snacks; binoculars if you want to view across the water. Contact leader: Phyllis Rubenstein 793-6313 or Phyllisruby2022@gmail.com for meeting time and place. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/road-walk-in-adamant/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240309 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240309 DTSTAMP:20240309T170000Z CREATED:20240309T170000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240309T170000Z UID:21236-1709985600-1710028799@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Hike in Plainfield - DESCRIPTION:Spruce Mountain\, 4.3 miles round trip\, 1200 ft elevation gain. We will use snowshoes or microspikes depending on conditions. Contact Leader: Steve Bailey\, 609 424 9238 or stevecbailey@gmail.com for meeting time and place. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/hike-in-plainfield/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240117 DTSTAMP:20240117T170000Z CREATED:20240117T170000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T170000Z UID:21237-1705492800-1705535999@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Montpelier - slide show of AT Thru-HIke - DESCRIPTION:Slide-show Presentation: My 2023 Thru-Hike of the Appalachian Trail. 7:00 pm\, T.W. Wood Gallery\, 46 Barre Street\, Montpelier. Phyllis Rubenstein will guide us along her flip flop thru-hike of the AT. Beginning on April 15\, she followed spring\, and then summer\, wildflowers north from Springer Mountain\, Georgia\,  to central Pennsylvania. In mid-July\, she flipped north\, summited Mount Katahdin in Maine and then followed summer wildflowers and fall foliage south back to central Pennsylvania\, finishing on November 7.  She will talk about trail life\, the hiking community\, and the joys and challenges she encountered on her epic journey.  URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/montpelier-slide-show-of-at-thru-hike/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231108 DTSTAMP:20231108T170000Z CREATED:20231108T170000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T170000Z UID:21238-1699444800-1699487999@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Cohos Trail Presentation - DESCRIPTION:Cohos Trail Presentation by Scott Richardson at the T. W. Wood Gallery\, 46 Barre St in Montpelier\, 6:00 PM.  The Cohos Trail threads its way over 150 miles through eight distinct geographical regions within New Hampshire’s largest and most remote county\, Coos County.  In early August\, My wife\, Holly\, and I through-hiked the trail in its entirety as a fundraiser for the Cohos Trail Association\, which oversees development and maintenance of the trail.  In this presentation\, I will share some trail history\, photos from our hike\, and our experiences on this rugged and lesser-known New England trail.  More on the CTA can be found here: https://www.cohostrail.org/the-trail/ URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/cohos-trail-presentation/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231104 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231104 DTSTAMP:20231104T160000Z CREATED:20231104T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T160000Z UID:21239-1699099200-1699142399@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Duxbury - DESCRIPTION:Postponed from Oct 21. Fall work hike on the Long Trail South from the River Road in Duxbury. The leaves have fallen and it’s time for our annual trail maintenance day on Bamforth Ridge. Come join us to give back to the trails we have enjoyed throughout the summer. No experience necessary. Families welcome. Tools\, instruction\, and cookies provided. Meet-up at 9:00 AM at the River Road trailhead. For more information or to sign up contact the GMC Montpelier Section Trails & Shelters Coordinator at kunkelheidi@gmail.com URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/duxbury/ CATEGORIES:Work Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231028 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231028 DTSTAMP:20231028T160000Z CREATED:20231028T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231028T160000Z UID:21240-1698494400-1698537599@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Smugglers Notch - DESCRIPTION:Fall work hike on the Long Trail North from Route 108 in Stowe. The leaves have fallen and it’s time for our annual trail maintenance day in Smugglers Notch. Come join us to give back to the trails we have enjoyed throughout the summer. No experience necessary. Families welcome. Tools\, instruction\, and cookies provided. Meet-up at 9:00 AM at the Barnes Camp trailhead. For more information or to sign up contact the GMC Montpelier Section Trails & Shelters Coordinator at kunkelheidi@gmail.com URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/smugglers-notch-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231015 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231015 DTSTAMP:20231015T160000Z CREATED:20231015T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231015T160000Z UID:21241-1697371200-1697414399@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Millstone Quarries hike - DESCRIPTION:Hike a four mile loop through some of the most scenic parts of the Millstone quarries\, including the Rock of Ages lookout and a view of the one remaining working quarry.  The fall is the best time to see these quarries\, when the aspen trees will be in full color.  We will move at a relaxed pace\, as there are lots of photo ops along the way.  Contact leaders Steve and Heather Bailey\, 802 622 4516 or stevecbailey@gmail.com\, for meeting time and place. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/millstone-quarries-hike/ CATEGORIES:Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230927 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230927 DTSTAMP:20230927T160000Z CREATED:20230927T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T160000Z UID:21242-1695816000-1695859199@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Executive Committee meeting - DESCRIPTION:Quarterly meeting of the Executive Committee.  The meeting will start at 6:30 pm. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/executive-committee-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230909 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230909 DTSTAMP:20230909T160000Z CREATED:20230909T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230909T160000Z UID:21243-1694260800-1694303999@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Hike - Worcester Mountain - DESCRIPTION:September 9\, 2023 Saturday – Hike – Worcester Mountain\, Worcester. Moderate/Difficult. 5.0 miles round trip with 1\,970 ft. elevation gain. Moderate ascent on woods trail for 1.3 miles followed by a steeper climb to the top. Excellent 360 degree views of the Green and White Mountains from view points along the trail and from the top. We will stop for lunch on the top. Contact Leaders: Dana Lawrence 371-9610 hikeski51@gmail.com or Nancy Thomas 272-6650 for meeting time and place. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/hike-worcester-mountain/ CATEGORIES:Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230820 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230820 DTSTAMP:20230820T160000Z CREATED:20230820T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230820T160000Z UID:21244-1692532800-1692575999@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Hike - Owl's Head Mountain - DESCRIPTION:9am\, August 20\,2023 Sunday – Hike – Owl’s Head via the Telephone Line and Owl’s Head Trails. Moderate 4.1 miles out and back with ~600’ of elevation gain. The Owls Head trail is a moderate walk to a scenic vista of Lake Groton\, Kettle Pond and the Green Mountains. A great hike for adults and kids 6+. Contact leader Scott Richardson for questions or to RSVP.  Make it a day and visit the new Groton Nature Center and/or one of the great swim beaches! URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/hike-owls-head-mountain/ CATEGORIES:Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230709 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230709 DTSTAMP:20230709T160000Z CREATED:20230709T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230709T160000Z UID:21245-1688904000-1688947199@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Bike Ride, Adamant - DESCRIPTION:July 9\, Sunday: Approx 11 miles round trip. We’ll bike from East Montpelier to the Quarry Works Theater to see the matinee of “Call Me Madam.” We’ll stop at the Adamant Coop and then have lunch on the grounds of the theater before the show. Tickets are free but should be reserved in advance because there are only 50 seats at this venue. Tickets can be reserved by emailing QuarryWorks.BoxOffice@gmail.com Contact Leader: Nancy Schulz\, (802) 223-7035 or SaddleShoes2@gmail.com for meeting time and place. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/bike-ride-adamant/ CATEGORIES:Bike Ride END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230702 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230702 DTSTAMP:20230702T160000Z CREATED:20230702T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230702T160000Z UID:21246-1688299200-1688342399@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Bike Ride and Theater - Plainfield - DESCRIPTION:Approx. 20 miles round trip. We’ll bike from Montpelier to the Haybarn Theater on the campus of Goddard College to see the matinee of the new play “Act 39.” Arriving in Plainfield in time to have lunch before the performance is a possibility. Tickets to the play are available via this link: https://sevendaystickets.com/organizations/across-roads-center-for-the-arts      Contact Leader: Nancy Schulz\, (802) 223-7035 or SaddleShoes2@gmail.com for meeting time and place.  URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/bike-ride-and-theater-plainfield/ CATEGORIES:Bike Ride END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230701 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230701 DTSTAMP:20230701T160000Z CREATED:20230701T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230701T160000Z UID:21247-1688212800-1688255999@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Hike - Worcester & Calais - DESCRIPTION:5-6 miles on the Ellis-Bruce and Town of Calais trails. We’ll start and end on Kaeding Rd in Worcester.\nLeaders: Cynthia Martin & George Longenecker (802) 229-9787 or georgelongenecker17@gmail.com \n  URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/hike-worcester-calais/ CATEGORIES:Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230624 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230624 DTSTAMP:20230624T160000Z CREATED:20230624T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230624T160000Z UID:21248-1687608000-1687651199@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Warrren - DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER – 4 miles. 450′ elevation gain. A brief stop to admire scenic Warren Falls\, followed by a hike on the Blueberry Lake trail system. This is a network of easy mountain biking trails with a very nice view of the Green Mountains. Contact Leaders: Steve or Heather Bailey\, 622-4516 or stevecbailey@gmail.com for meeting time and place. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/warrren/ CATEGORIES:Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230529 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230529 DTSTAMP:20230529T160000Z CREATED:20230529T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230529T160000Z UID:21249-1685361600-1685404799@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Groton State Forest - DESCRIPTION:Groton State Forest Annual Wildflower Hike. See what’s in bloom and enjoy a spring hike beginning at New Discovery\, hiking to the top of Big Deer and returning via Osmore Pond. 5-6 miles moderate. Bring lunch and water. Park entrance fee. Contact leaders: George Longenecker & Cynthia Martin for meeting time and place. georgelongenecker17@gmail.com (802) 229-9787 URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/groton-state-forest/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230521 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230521 DTSTAMP:20230521T160000Z CREATED:20230521T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230521T160000Z UID:21250-1684670400-1684713599@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Montpelier. Annual Meeting - DESCRIPTION:GMC Montpelier section annual meeting.  2 pm at the Old Shelter in Hubbard Park. There will be a brief business meeting followed by snacks and socializing.  We hope the weather will cooperate! \nAgenda:\nProposed change to the bylaws:\nThe proposed bylaw change is to eliminate line “C” under article IV. OFFICERS\, which reads “No officer\, except the Director and Alternate Director\, shall serve for more than three consecutive years in the same office.” \nElection of officers:\nThe slate of nominees for Montpelier Section officers (Executive Committee) is as follows:\nPresident – Steve Bailey \n
Vice President – Suzi Swanson\nSecretary – Charlene Bohl
 \nTreasurer – Scott Richardson \n
Trails & Shelters Coordinator – Heidi Kunkel\nMembership Coordinator – Heather Bailey \nThe annual budget will also be voted on. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/montpelier-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230520 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230520 DTSTAMP:20230520T160000Z CREATED:20230520T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T160000Z UID:21251-1684584000-1684627199@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Stowe. Work Hike on Long Trai - DESCRIPTION:TRAIL WORK DAY on the LTN out of Smugglers’ Notch\, Stowe. Meet at Barnes Camp at 9:00 AM after parking in the lot across the road. Bring water\, snacks\, and work gloves. Dress for hiking and getting down and dirty. No experience necessary. Tools and camaraderie provided. Contact kunkelheidi@gmail.com. Please RSVP if planning to join. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/stowe-work-hike-on-long-trai-2/ CATEGORIES:Work Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230513 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230513 DTSTAMP:20230513T160000Z CREATED:20230513T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230513T160000Z UID:21252-1683979200-1684022399@gmcmontpelier.org SUMMARY: Duxbury. Work Hike on Bamforth Ridge LT - DESCRIPTION:TRAIL WORK DAY on the Bamforth Ridge Trail. Meet at Duxbury Road Long Trail parking lot  (AKA River Road) at 9:00 AM. Bring water\, snacks\, and work gloves. Dress for hiking and getting down and dirty. No experience necessary. Tools and camaraderie provided. Contact \n morganirons@myfairpoint.net. Please RSVP if planning to join. URL:https://gmcmontpelier.org/event/duxbury-work-hike-on-bamforth-ridge-lt-2/ CATEGORIES:Work Hike END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR