Hoosic River Watershed Association Summer Excursions

Saturday July 16 – A re-enactment of Henry David Thoreau’s hike up Mt. Greylock. One-way participants should meet at the north gate of the Reservation at 9 am to arrange a shuttle or 10 am if they are planning to hike a loop that includes returning by the Bernard Farm Trail. We will stop to read pertinent passages from “A Week on the Concord and Merrimack Rivers” on the way up. This steep climb and return, an 11 mile round trip, will take 5 hours; bring lunch and water and wear appropriate shoes. More info at 413-499-4262 or www.massparks.org.  Co-sponsored by the Mass. Department of Conservation and Recreation.
Saturday August 20 – Seventh Annual Hoosic River Ride. Southern Vermont College, Bennington, VT. Four scenic route options that traverse primarily secondary roads with great views, historic landmarks and covered bridges. Well-stocked aid stations along the way, and well-marked routes and cue sheets. EMT support at all aid stations and at the registration area. Roving tech support on each route. Post-ride picnic will start at 11:30 and run until 3  pm. Visit www.hoorwa.org for information on registering. Register by August 1 to receive $10 off your registration fee.
Sunday  August 21
HooRWA board member John Case will lead a canoe/kayak trip from the Eagle Bridge River Access to the Johnsonville Dam, about seven miles.  Participants should gather at the Williams Inn in Williamstown at 10 a.m. or meet at the Eagle Bridge Access at 10:30 a.m.  This canoe access is on the right heading west just beyond the village of Eagle Bridge on Route 67. This trip will involve a car shuttle to the Johnsonville Dam, so some paddlers should be prepared to make the drive down to the dam.  Please pack a lunch, PDFs, and warm clothing.  This trip is Class I flat water backed up by the dam.  Please John know by August 17 if you plan to paddle. Call 413-458-8023 or email jocase@adelphia.net