What we’re about
Meet other local hiking enthusiasts as a group of friends exploring, learning, and having fun on the trail and occasionally other ways. Besides hiking we sometimes do: snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, camping, biking, horseback riding, whitewater rafting, etc.
We range all over CT, central to western MA, and sometimes southern NY. Occasionally we make trips further out typically to central and northern NY, VT, NH, and ME.
Upcoming events (4)
See all- Hike Seven Sisters, Hadley Mass1500 West St, Amherst, MA
Definitely a training hike due to climbing and distance.
We will hike the Seven Sisters range from Mt. Holyoke and back to the visitors center.
For this hike we are going to load everyone into cars from the visitors center and park on Rd. At the end of the hike I will shuttle drivers back to the their cars.
Everyone will be on the waitlist and due to the car shuttling space is limited.
The highest part of the range is 954 feet and the distance will be 7+ miles. There are many rolling ups and downs. Please look at this trail and description before responding. Experience hiking long steeper terrain is required. Reports from hikers from March say the trail is not in great condition. We shall see.This is an early start. The time posted is the start of the hike (and the car shuttle). It is a longer and more challenging hike.
After the hike will will stop for libations at The Yarde Tavern South Hadley MA
https://www.yardetavernsouthhadley.com/Please make sure you bring a pack that includes lot of water, food, sun screen, bug spray, camera, whistle, sweat rag. If you want to bring a dog, please contact me directly. No children.
Last time I was there, the visitor center was open with bathrooms. Let's hope that is the case.Please check your route, download the GPS at home, know your travel time. Arrive early enough to start at the posted start time.
Items you must consider for every event:- If you have an event after a hike, please do not sign up for the hike.
- End times are only an estimate.
- The group will not adjust speed or trail route to accommodate your schedule.
- If you cannot attend an event, please cancel 48 hours before. Late cancellations are rude and take away the option for others to join the event.
- Be a good hiking human
This is pretty close to the hike on Alltrails.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/connecticut/bear-rock-via-mattabesett-trail
Link to where we are starting. Volunteers will load up folks so we can leave 4 or 5 cars at the beginning.
https://www.google.com/maps/place/Old+Mountain+Rd,+Massachusetts/@42.2915576,-72.6020025,17z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x89e6da0ed962ebd5:0x1a116669b6a15e!8m2!3d42.2932282!4d-72.5987838!16s%2Fg%2F1vbnqfmr?authuser=0&entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDUyOC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D=== Legal Stuff ===
HAH COVID update for this event
Any attendees who have tested positive, have symptoms or have been in direct contact with an infected person should not attend.COVID AGREEMENT:
There is an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 in any public place where other people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and even death. By voluntarily participating in an event hosted by the Hartford Area Hiking you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19. If you test positive for COVID in the next 14 days, you agree to contact the hike leader who will provide contact tracing information.By clicking on "Yes" for this event you agree, warrant, and covenant as follows:
In consideration for accepting this entry, I, the registrant, intending to be legally bound, hereby, for myself, my heirs, my executors and administrators, do waive and release any and all rights for damages I may have against any parties or persons connected with the Hartford Area Hiking meetup group for and related to the above listed event. I attest and verify that I am physically fit to participate in any portion of this above listed event. I grant Hartford Area Hiking permission to use any photographs, film or videotapes of this event for any purpose.
- Hike up Mt. Washington NHPinkham Notch, Gorham, NH
Each summer I offer a hike in New Hampshire. I have completed many of the hiking lists there but there are many great reasons to return to the area.
This years event is planned to climb up Washington will be from the east side starting at Pinkham Notch. This includes climbing up Tuckerman's Ravine and descending Lion's Head.
This event gives hikers the opportunity to train to climb New England's tallest peak. Mt. Washington boasts great views and the worst weather on Earth. Over the coming months, there will be hikes designed as training events for the climb. Trust that you will have a much better day if you prepare for this hike.
I am hosting a ZOOM meeting for this trip. It is full of information regarding hiking in New Hampshire.
ZOOM call link
https://youtu.be/EZasRyHXW4AI strongly suggest you watch my informational meeting (if you did not attend live) It gives more details regarding this event. I will go into depth regarding the logistics of location, travel, the hike, lodgings, and gear.
Below will be the You Tube link to the meeting from February 26, 2025.The Mt. Washington Weather Observatory runs a fund raiser each year called Seek the Peak. I schedule this assent for Seek the Peak weekend because there are a lot of people and support staff on the mountain. Perfect situation for first time climbers. You do not have to participate in the fundraiser to hike the mountain.
I purchase a great Mt. Washington map from cartographer from Lincoln NH. I get them to sell to you so you have a head start with great information. It is only available up in New Hampshire. If you want to get a map we can connect moving forward.
We are going to base the event around Gorham New Hampshire. There are options for lodgings. I suggest typing in Gorham NH into Google maps and clicking on lodging. You will need to come up Friday and stay over since it is a 5 hour drive. After the hike we will gather for food. More details to come.
You will need to seriously self assess your experience and fitness level on this event. You need equipment for all seasons. It can go from sunny and warm in the valley to sleet and rain on the way up. You need rain gear, fleece, dry socks, water/food, headlamp, emergency gear, waterproof hiking boots. Ask yourself this, can I carry a heavy pack uphill for at least 6 plus hours? If you cannot reach the top by 1:00 p.m. you have to turn around. You need the utmost respect for this event. People have died up there. No doom and gloom, just the honest truth. .
Mt. Washington Weather Forecast:
Current summit conditions, Mt. Washington Observatory:
http://www.mountwashington.org/weather/conditions.phpTrail Map:
http://4000footers.com/washington.shtmlSeek The Peak (the fundraiser event):
http://www.seekthepeak.org/Mt. Washington Observatory (weather station and information):
http://www.mountwashington.org/---Legal Stuff ---
By clicking on "Yes" for this event you agree, warrant, and covenant as follows:In consideration for accepting this entry, I, the registrant, intending to be legally bound, hereby, for myself, my heirs, my executors and administrators, do waive and release any and all rights for damages I may have against any parties or persons connected with the Hartford Area Hiking meetup group for and related to the above listed event. I attest and verify that I am physically fit to participate in any portion of this above listed event. I grant Hartford Area Hiking permission to use any photographs, film or videotapes of this event for any purpose.
