**DATE: Sep 08, 2024 to Sep 08, 2024**
*Half Day Hike*	Madonna Peak via Sterling Pond Trail Meeting Time: 9:00 AM Event Coordinator: Helvetic Hiker Stowe, VT Max # People: 25 Trip Guiding / Event Fee: No, I will not be asking participants for money Difficulty Level: Moderate
SUMMARY: The Alltrails link for this hike: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/vermont/madonna-peak-via-sterling-pond-trail We'll do a slightly extended version where we'll come back on the south side of Sterling pond and head on Spruce peak before heading back on the Long trail. The forecast calls for sunny and cool temperature. Bring a jacket along with water, snacks and Fido. We meet at 8:50 for a 9:00 sharp departure. Optional after the hike: Food and drinks at Idleytyme in Stowe. Rain cancels.
Driving directions to the location and spot to meet at: Use the following link from Google map: https://www.google.com/maps/search/Sterling+Pond+Trail%2C+Stowe%2C+VT+05672 Alternatively, the coordinates are 44.55661,-72.79423