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Easy 2.5 Mile Hike - Ward Reservation

Date: 10/26/2024 Region: New England Activity Type: Hiking/Walk Place: Andover , MA

I've never been but thought I'd check out the Ward Reservation north of Boston. It offers the choice of a couple of easy 2.5 mile loops. (The elevation change is something like 200ft - not much.) A couple of hills have views of Boston. It's a Trustee.. >>Read More and View "Who Likes It"

Posted October 3, 2024 | Post Comment | Like

Gtothe3

I thought this was already and event for October 16th for 130pm? I'm signed up for it.

discusrick

Good idea but I can't make that date.

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posted by ChrisL

Breakhsart Reservation short hike

Date: 09/21/2024 Region: - Regions - Activity Type: Hiking/Walk Place: Wakefield, MA

Saturday, Sept 21 at 1:30pm A formal posting will be sent in soon. A short easy LGB 2.5 mile hike around Pierce Lake (Lower Pond) in the Reservation just North of Boston. 1:30pm at the lesser known rear Wakeield entrance away from Rte 1. It will .. >>Read More and View "Who Likes It"

Posted August 30, 2024 | Post Comment | Like

Eagle25

Will be a nice hike. Chiltern will make this trip a good duo. Thanks. Tim

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posted by ChrisL

Lake Quinsigammond Paddle

Date: Region: New England Activity Type: Kayaking/Canoeing Place: Worcester, MA

Howdy gents! Just putting a feeler out to gauge interest in a half-day paddle at Lake Quinsigammond in Worcester. Quinsigammond is a popular spot for boaters, paddlers and competitive rowers and has a few small islands to explore. Lake access is.. >>Read More and View "Who Likes It"

Posted May 19, 2024 | Post Comment | Like

Mr. Magoo

In case vfoks haven't seen it, this has been posted on the event calendar for 7/20 here: https://www.gayoutdoors.org/page.cfm?sectionid=103&typeofsite=events-detail&id=5861&status=

Carl

Great idea. I could do Sunday, 6/30, or most weekend days in July. I'll be bringing my own kayak, and according to the Go Paddling app, there are many drop-in points.

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posted by Mr. Magoo

Season Starter?

Date: Region: New England Activity Type: Hiking/Walk Place: West Boylston, MA

Howdy Gents! Am thinking about a Season Starter to warm up the glutes and the quads for what will hopefully be a summer of hiking my pants off! Been away from the trail for a while, so thinking something easy-ish like Monadnock or the Welch-Dicke.. >>Read More and View "Who Likes It"

Posted May 1, 2024 | Post Comment | Like

Carl

Hey guys. In case anyone missed it, I posted this hike last night. Feel free to sign up if you're available!

Otter

Never done Welch-Dickey. I'm all for the hike, looking forward to participating.

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posted by Mr. Magoo

eclipse hike NW NY state

Date: 04/08/2024 Region: New York Activity Type: Other Place: Rochester, NY

Hi,

I have plans to be in the Fingers Lakes (Rochester, Niagra Falls) area of Northwest New York State Sunday Afternoon/evening to Tuesday morning April 7 thru April 9 2024.  The main purpose of my trip is to observe the total solar.. >>Read More and View "Who Likes It"

Posted January 11, 2024 | Post Comment | Like

kayakpal

Eddie, A GO hike/eclipse event in the Rochester area appeals to me. Two beautiful state parks with hiking potential are Letchworth and Stony Brook. I would definitely try to be a part of this! Tom

eddie_salinas

I'm glad to see the comments. for the eclipse I think it's a bad idea for me to organize something. I would drive with my car and would follow the eclipse to where hopefully there's low or no clouds - paying attention to weather/cloud predictions the day before and the day of. this would be my first meetup with GO so to avoid stress of coordinating with both clouds and people, I'll let someone else organize this if they want to. I like the idea myself!

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posted by eddie_salinas

Hike, Whites, this Sunday

Date: 10/15/2023 Region: New England Activity Type: Hiking/Walk Place: LEBANON, NH

Hi, looking for a hiking bud or two or more for a hike on sunday.  I'm open to hikes in the Whites depending on where you're coming from.  I was thinking Osceola or something near Waterville Valley but open to other ideas.  .. >>Read More and View "Who Likes It"

Posted October 13, 2023 | Post Comment | Like

outsider

I will be in the Whites Sunday and Monday. Hopefully Peak this weekend!?? Hiked the Osceola's two weeks ago but if you need it for your 48 I’ll do them again. Off the beaten path is good too. Chuck

jcmulloy

Sorry JB, hit "like" by mistake, I can't make it on Sunday.

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posted by JB

Wicker Park Bear Walk

Date: Region: Midwest Activity Type: Hiking/Walk Place: Highland , IN

Trying to get a show of interest first 

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Posted September 13, 2023 | Post Comment | Like

posted by Devan1274

Want to try Stealth camping?

Date: 07/22/2023 Region: New England Activity Type: Backpacking Place: Groton, MA

Have you ever wanted to see what the big hype is about for camping along trail? Or did you get into the hiking mind set and bought everything in the store, but have no idea what todo with it all? DID YOU EVEN BUY A BEAR-BOX to keep your food safe? .. >>Read More and View "Who Likes It"

Posted June 2, 2023 | Post Comment | Like

Twigs

Kewl kewl. Keep an eye open I shall be reposting this for a real event once I figure out the details

KeithES

I'd join (got a bear box, nothing for twinks, though).

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posted by Twigs

Hike

Date: 05/20/2023 Region: New England Activity Type: Hiking/Walk Place: North Andover, MA

This will be a light midday hike at Harold Parker State Forest (which is located off I-93 and 114 about 15 miles north of Boston). I'm planning on an easy 2.5-3.5 mile hike. It would be on fire roads and trails in the woods. Most of it is fair.. >>Read More and View "Who Likes It"

Posted April 26, 2023 | Post Comment | Like

NashuaGuy

Hi Chris. I used to live nearby and have hiked around the ponds off 125. Suggest going around the ponds off 125.

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posted by ChrisL

Mount Grey lock

Date: 06/13/2023 Region: New England Activity Type: Backpacking Place: Lanesboro, MA

Thinking about hiking Mt. Greylock, in westen mass, and doing an over night either on trail, at the lean-to, or try to rent a spot at the camp ground at the base. I am looking at hiking up on june 13th. Spending the night and hiking out on june 14th... >>Read More and View "Who Likes It"

Posted April 26, 2023 | Post Comment | Like

Richardg

I would join on a weekend, as well.

Carl

I'd be up for it, but only if it were on a weekend. Midweek is tough for me but please do whatever works best for you and anyone else going.

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posted by Twigs

Mount Baldy

Date: Region: California/Hawaii Activity Type: Hiking/Walk Place: Los Angeles/San Gabriel, CA

Anyone wanting to hike Mount Baldy (Mount San Antonio)? I have done it may times and am looking for others interested. Ron

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Posted April 22, 2023 | Post Comment | Like

BCB

I love this idea. I'd be up for it -- in early November. That's unfortunately my availability.

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posted by silverhiker

Coosa Trail @ Vogel

Date: 03/25/2023 Region: South Atlantic Activity Type: Hiking/Walk Place: Atlanta, GA

It is time for the winter weather to break & Saturday is supposed to be beautiful! I am itching for a good hike in the mountains. Anyone else?

Coosa is a trail up in the GA mountains, with parking in the Vogel State Park. This is a g.. >>Read More and View "Who Likes It"

Posted March 20, 2023 | Post Comment | Like

tvlguy

Nice to receive your note re: this hike. I will be headed to Omaha this weekend and joining friends there and heading west to see the Sandhill crane migration in Kearney, NE. Brad

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posted by Sunchildriot

Camino de Santiago Fall 2023?

Date: Region: International Activity Type: Hiking/Walk Place: Northern Spain,

Long distance hiking along sections of the Camino de Santiago in Spain, late September/early October 2023. Overall I'll be walikng 12-15 miles a day for around two weeks. Looking for hiking buddies for a week or two along the way, join/leave a.. >>Read More and View "Who Likes It"

Posted March 3, 2023 | Post Comment | Like

BordRXR

So you could do a week or so between Burgos and Leon, or between Pamplona and Burgos which are mostly flat with a few climbs. Most guides suggest stages of 14 to 18 miles a day but if that seems too much you can break them up into shorter segments with places to stay en route.There are also various services that will carry your bag for you between inns for about $7 a day. You should be able to do it at your own pace! Let me know if you have more specific questions.

BordRXR

Hi Michael, I am just back from a month in Spain doing the Via de la Plata from Mérida to Santiago. My apologies that it's been a while since i've signed in here! I've just posted a definite plan for a Camino hike Oct 5-12 and am awaiting the webmaster's approval so it should go up soon. Of course you are the best judge of your own abilities but I would guess that pulmonary issues would limit your ability to deal with significant elevation gains. There are flatter parts of the various caminos t

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posted by BordRXR

Mount Elmore Hike

Date: 02/12/2023 Region: New England Activity Type: Hiking/Walk Place: Elmore, VT

Proposing simple hike up Mt Elmore on the morning of Super Bowl Sunday, meet at 10am.

Length 5.4 m iElevation gain 1,466 ft Route type Loop

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Posted January 31, 2023 | Post Comment | Like

posted by vtfred

Night hike on Pinnacle

Date: 02/26/2023 Region: New England Activity Type: Hiking/Walk Place: Stowe, VT

Start hike up Pinnacle from the upper parking lot say around 6:30. Would need crampons and warm gear for this. Not a hard hike but fun.

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Posted January 30, 2023 | Post Comment | Like

wildcat

I like the idea of night hiking. You might want to consider starting at the lower parking lot. It's winter and the road to the upper lot is rather steep.

Helvetic Hiker

I would do it as a day hike. I cannot drive at night. --Frank

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posted by Vtsnowbear

Bennett, Middle & Murphy Lakes hike

Date: 07/04/2023 Region: New York Activity Type: Hiking/Walk Place: Town of Hope , NY

Day hike into the Murphy Lake leanto from the Creek Road parking area for lunch and some swimming and fishing. This trail passes both Bennett Lake and Middle Lake with a round trip distance of 8 miles of easy hiking. This trail is located near the.. >>Read More and View "Who Likes It"

Posted January 9, 2023 | Post Comment | Like

Celtichiker

The Rangers rerouted the trail around the steep rocky area at the start of the trail. The trail both ways is very well marked with NYS trail markers and it’s easy to find your way in and out.

Campboy23

Great hike have done it many times. Bit steep and rocky washed out road at start but levels off. lean-to usually occupied.

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posted by Celtichiker

Date? Easy Afternoon Loop Breakheart Rsv

Date: Region: New England Activity Type: Hiking/Walk Place: Wakefield , MA

I'm primarily looking for suggestions on a date for this - mid-November - Saturday 11/12, Sunday 11/13, Saturday 11/19, or Sunday 11/20.

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A repeat of a hike in October, this will be a 2-2.5 mile 1:30pm (for us night owl.. >>Read More and View "Who Likes It"

Posted November 1, 2022 | Post Comment | Like

ChrisL

I'm not sure how this will post, so to be safe, I'll post the date and time here - it'll be on Sunday, November 13th at 2:00 pm

regularguyma

Sounds good!

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posted by ChrisL

Breakheart Reservation

Date: 10/01/2022 Region: New England Activity Type: Hiking/Walk Place: Wakefield, MA

This will be a 2-2.5 mile mid-afternoon hike around Pearce Lake (Lower Pond) in the Breakheart Reservation North of Boston. We will be entering at the Hemlock Road/rear entrance in Wakefield (which is less well known then the main entrance ne.. >>Read More and View "Who Likes It"

Posted September 22, 2022 | Post Comment | Like

ChrisL

Hi Phil - thanks for asking. here’s more info: Yes, the entrance (with lots of parking) is at the NE Metro Voc Tech. (I forgot to add that.) Let’s say 2:00. According to GayOutdoors it would be easy (“Little or no physical challenge involved. This level of hiking includes 2-4 miles, usually covering terrain that moderately rises and falls with hikes on unpaved trails as well as paved or gravel surfaces) It’s not dead flat - there are small hills, but nothing big (a few hills raising

ptboston

What is the difficulty level? Do we park at the NE Metro Ctr lot? What time does event begin. Thanks. Phil

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posted by ChrisL

Veterans weekend hike

Date: 11/11/2022 Region: New England Activity Type: Hiking/Walk Place: North Adams, MA

Veterans weekend hike of Mt. Greylock. Grab a hotel room somewhere out there for saturday night.... meet at the trail hear early Saturday morning. Be off trail Saturday. Crash at the hotel. Drive back Sunday..... who's game? >>Read More and View "Who Likes It"

Posted September 20, 2022 | Post Comment | Like

Twigs

as i work 2nd shift on Friday, i would be driving out early Saturday morning. but if others wanted a hotel for Friday night that your call. be cool if we all could crash as the same hotel place, would make meeting up way easier. After posting the idea i realized November 1st i will be finding out if i get my parttime job for November and December. It's not stopping me from going, just make things more interesting. lol Im game for any trails. I have only ever gone up thunderbolt and down bel

Campboy23

Altrails says thunderbolt is closed due to erosion.

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posted by Twigs

Catoctin Mountain Park

Date: 09/03/2022 Region: DC Region Activity Type: Hiking/Walk Place: Frederick, MD

In an effort to get a hiking group started in the Frederick MD area, I would like to propose a hike of the Yellow Blaze in Catoctin Mountain Park. We can start off from the Visitor Center, hike up to the Blue Ridge Summit Vista, and then down to C.. >>Read More and View "Who Likes It"

Posted August 23, 2022 | Post Comment | Like

Raido

I'm interested. Will be driving up from NoVA.

Eupatorium

I'm interested. Nate

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posted by Tim

Sunset paddle

Date: 10/08/2022 Region: New England Activity Type: Kayaking/Canoeing Place: Townsend, MA

Kayaking up stream on the powwow River and lake, in amsebury, mass. To watch the sunset over a 250 acre hay farm. Than return paddle down stream back to the cars. I have done the trip solo very pretty with the fall foliage. >>Read More and View "Who Likes It"

Posted August 21, 2022 | Post Comment | Like

jcmulloy

Great idea!! My partner and I will unfortunately be traveling for this one but we will definitely participate in future North Shore kayaking trips. We have kayaked many of the local rivers but not this one. Looks really interesting.

Twigs

Trip is posted, please take a peek and sign up. there is not a limit to the number of people to com. the more the merrier. :)

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posted by Twigs

Adirondacks (multiple areas)

Date: Region: New York Activity Type: Hiking/Walk Place: Lake Placid, NY

Is ANyone open to a high peaks climb or a five ponds wilderness hike or canoe excursion?

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Posted June 19, 2022 | Post Comment | Like

posted by martyhogan1956

Lycian Way September 2022

Date: 09/01/2022 Region: International Activity Type: Hiking/Walk Place: Southwest Turkey, -

I am planning to trek part of the Lycian Way in southwestern Turkey in September (exact dates flexible), planning on about two weeks, and would like one or two hiking companions. The complete trail is 540km and is one of the most spectacular in th.. >>Read More and View "Who Likes It"

Posted June 3, 2022 | Post Comment | Like

posted by uttanu

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