Events

Executive Committee meeting, via Zoom. Originally scheduled for May 27.

This Executive Committee meeting will be via the internet. President Dana will establish the Zoom connection.

Youth & Novice Deer Weekend is Oct 24 - 25. rnrnRegular Season is Nov 14 - 19rnrnSafety tips (starting with wear blaze orange ) are at https://www.greenmountainclub.org/the-long-trail/trip-planning/rnrnThe complete hunting schedule is at rnhttps://vtfishandwildlife.com/hunt/hunting-and-trapping-seasons

This Executive Committee meeting will be via the internet. President Dana will establish the Zoom connection.

Event scheduling has been re-opened! And you don t have to wait for the next Trail Talk. But do pay attention to the guidelines -- rnrn     rnTrip Leaders - rnhttps://www.greenmountainclub.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Full-GMC-Guidelines-For-Section-Outings-in-the-Age-of-COVID-19_Final_6.29.2020.pdfrn     rnrnParticipants - rnhttps://www.greenmountainclub.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/GMC-Participant-Guidelines-For-Section-Outings-in-the-Age-of-COVID-19_Final_6.26.2020.pdfrnrn     rnrnTrail work: contact Trails & Shelters Coordinator Alan Paschell at trails@gmcmontpelier.org. You can also look at...

The regular deer season is November 14 - November 29. Be Careful out there!

The regular deer season is November 14 - November 29. Safety tips (starting with wear blaze orange ) are at https://www.greenmountainclub.org/the-long-trail/trip-planning/ The complete hunting schedule is at https://vtfishandwildlife.com/hunt/hunting-and-trapping-seasons

This Executive Committee meeting will be via the internet. President Dana will establish the Zoom connection.rnrnRescheduled from 10 February.rnrnThe Executive Committee is composed of all officers of the section. Section members (and prospective section members) may attend.

This Executive Committee meeting will be via the internet. President Dana will establish the Zoom connection.rnrnThe Executive Committee is composed of all officers of the section. Section members (and prospective section members) may attend.

Montpelier Section Annual Meeting WarningrnrnrnWe will vote on officers and budget -- remotely -- electronically or by mail. Information will be sent to the section membership list. The proposed budget and the nominated officers, as well as officers reports, are posted at https://gmcmontpelier.org/executive/2021/0501/index.htm.

Clean drainages. Brush in wide trail.

Clean drainages.

This Executive Committee meeting will be via the internet. President Dana will establish the Zoom connection.rnrnThe Executive Committee is composed of all officers of the section. Section members (and prospective section members) may attend.

Easy to Moderate. 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 or Heather Bailey, 622-4516 or stevecbailey@gmail.com for meeting time and place.

4 miles. 450 elevation gain. A brief stop to admire scenic Warren Falls, followed by a hike on the Blueberry Lake trail system. Contact Leaders: Steve or Heather Bailey, 622-4516 or stevecbailey@gmail.com for meeting time and place.

6 miles. Hike the LT and Babcock Trail through Devil s Gulch near Eden, just south of Belvidere Mtn. There is a nice view from the Spruce Ledge Shelter. Devil s Gulch requires climbing over a few boulders. Contact Leaders: Steve or Heather Bailey, 622-4516 or stevecbailey@gmail.com for meeting time and place.rn

4.5 miles with 1500 ft. elevation gain. Mt. Pisgah, on the shore of Lake Willoughby is one of the most scenic areas of Vermont with views of peaks in the White Mountains, Green Mountains and Quebec. We will hike the mountain and then go for a swim at the beach afterwards. Contact Leaders: Dana Lawrence,...

Section Membership Meeting. Boulder Beach Shelter reserved from 10 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. In the morning we are planning to lead two short hikes in the park, one up Owl s Head and the other on Big Deer. Both are easy hikes with nice views and a good leg stretch for adults and kids of...

Groton State Forest. Coldwater and Hosmer Brook Trails from the Nature Center. 3.5 miles. Contact Leaders: George Longenecker or Cynthia Martin, marlong@myfairpoint.net or 802-229-9787 for meeting time and place.

This is a moderate 6 mile round-trip hike to a delightful lookout over the Bolton Valley. We will start on the Duck Brook Trail (formerly part of the Long Trail) at the trailhead on Bolton Notch Road. From there we will hike up to the Long Trail and north on the LT to Harrington View,...

Montpelier. Executive Committee regular quarterly meeting. 7:00 P.M.-9:00 P.M. You may bring a dessert to share. Contact: president@gmcmontpelier.org or 371-9610 for meeting place.rnThe Executive Committee is composed of officers of the section. Section members (and prospective section members) may attend.

Two-hour paddle around Marshfield Pond, observe foliage and cliffs overlooking the pond. Bring PFD, water and lunch. Contact Leaders: Dana Lawrence, 371-9610 or Nancy Thomas, 272-6650 or hikeski51@gmail.com for meeting time and place.

6 miles. Millstone Quarries. These historic quarries contain some of the finest autumn scenery in the area. Bring water and lunch. Contact Leaders: Steve or Heather Bailey, 802-622-4516 or stevecbailey@gmail.com for meeting time and place.rn

6.5 miles. Start at Sterling Gorge and hike the Catamount Trail to Peek-A-View Mt., where you can relax on a bench with a view of Mt Mansfield. Finish off with beautiful Sterling Gorge. Contact Leaders: Steve or Heather Bailey, stevecbailey@gmail.com or 609-424-9238 for meeting time and place.