What we’re about
This is a hiking group for people who, like me, take life at a slow and steady pace. I love the outdoors, travel and hiking. Like the tortoise, I keep a steady pace and always get there in the end. Hikes will be mostly medium-length ( 2 - 6 miles) with elevation gains of under 1500 feet and a pace of book time +50%. Older people who have slowed down, younger folks who are just starting out, people who are overweight and want to get moving, people who are recovering from an injury, people who occasionally like to stop and take pictures or smell the roses...anyone who wants to take things at a slower pace. Hikes and other events take place all year round and in various locations!
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Hike Mt. Pisgah in NorthboroughMt Pisgah Main Entrance, Northborough, MA
One of my favorite local hikes. Weather says partly cloudy, high near 50. Trails should be clear.
Hike through a hardwood forest on former farmland. Climb to the highest point in Northborough! Two scenic vistas to the east and Boston skyscrapers visible on a clear day. We'll make a loop up to the South viewpoint and then loop around the ridge to the North vista. If it's clear, we'll be able to see the Boston skyline. If it's cloudy, we can just be glad it's not snowing!
Trail map and info HERE
Total distance: About 2.5 miles
Tortoise time: About 2 hoursSome climbing and hilly sections - nothing too steep.
Great hike for kids! Please do not add them as guests, but mention in the comments.
Please dress in layers and wear sturdy shoes.
Be prepared for MUD.
Bring water and a snack. I always use hiking poles. - Hike the trails at beautiful Wachusett Meadow113 Goodnow Rd, Princeton, MA
Explore miles of trails at Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary! Weather says mid-50s and partly cloudy. The paths traverse many interesting landscape features like Brown Hill Summit, Glacial Boulder, ancient trees, and beaver ponds. There are benches along many of the trails and several scenic overlooks offering expansive views.
There are several routes we can take. We'll hike for about two hours. You can read about the trails and download a trail map HERE
Meet at the Visitors Center at 113 Goodnow Rd, Princeton, MA
Please dress in layers and wear sturdy shoes or boots. Be prepared for mud! Bring water and a snack. I always use hiking poles.
NOTE: Inclement weather will cancel this hike - please be sure to check before heading out.
Online maps and GPS units may not give accurate directions. Please use directions below.
From Rt-2: Take exit 95 (formerly exit 28) towards Rt-31/Fitchburg/Princeton. Follow Rt-31 South for 3.9 miles to a blinking red light. Turn left at the light and follow Rt-31 and Rt-140 South for 1.8 miles to a blinking yellow light. Turn right and follow Rt-31 South for 2.8 miles to a steep hill and a blinking yellow light (center of Princeton). At the light, follow signs for Rt-62 West by crossing the intersection and bearing right—follow the road as it curves right on the far side of the common after the light. Follow Rt-62 West for 0.6 miles, and you will see the sanctuary sign on the right at Goodnow Road. Turn right on Goodnow Road, and the parking lot is 1 mile ahead on the left.
From Rt I-190: Take exit 9 (formerly exit 5) towards Rt-140/Sterling/W. Boylston. Follow Rt-140 North for 2.4 miles to the intersection of Rt-62 (blinking yellow light). Take a left onto Rt-62 West and follow it for 4.2 miles to a stop sign. Turn left on Rt-31 and go up the hill to a flashing yellow light (center of Princeton). Follow directions above from the "center of Princeton."
Print Directions
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42.455615, -71.905105 - WooSox Opening Day!Polar Park, Worcester, MA
There's nothing quite like opening day of baseball season! Come on out to Polar Park! General admission tickets are only $7.50 including fees. Of course, you are welcome to purchase reserved seats if you wish!
Go HERE to buy tickets.
(General Admission grants access into the game but does not guarantee a seat. First come, first serve seating options are available to those with a General Admission ticket in the following areas: Craft Corner, Plymouth Street, the 8th Hill, Summit Street, Homeplate Bar and red stools throughout the ballpark.)
I plan to get there around 2:00pm to (hopefully) snag seats in the Craft Corner or find a few red stools. I'll be there with my granddaughter. When you arrive, text me and I'll let you know where to find me.
Dress warmly - we froze our tushies off last year. But it was great fun!
