Rhode Island Hiking Series: Sachuest Point & Dinner in Newport, RI
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Sick of being cooped up during the winter months? Let's go on a scenic hike followed by dinner in Newport, Rhode Island! Winter is a great time to explore the beauty of the Rhode Island shoreline and Newport is a great place to eat tasty food. This promises to be a fun, beautiful and tasty combination of events!
Organizers: Joy and Matt
Contact information: Cell - 860-581-0493 (No call or texts prior to 24 hours before the event). Email - joy.perkett@gmail.com
When: 4 p.m. on Friday, March 13th
Where: We will meet in front of the Visitor Center at Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge. Look for Joy and Matt, who will arrive in a light blue Rio with CT plates and a small HVH sticker.
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The map can also be viewed here: Sachuset Point Map (http://www.fws.gov/uploadedFiles/Region_5/NWRS/North_Zone/Rhode_Island_Complex/Saschuest_Point/SachuestPointTrailGuide.pdf)
What: The hike will be 3-4 miles long. We will do the Ocean View loop & the Flint Point Loop and end by taking a stroll down Third Beach. We will walk at a moderate pace.
Sachuest Point is well-known for its awesome birding and has the largest winter population of harlequin ducks in the East. More information about the refuge can be found here: http://www.fws.gov/refuge/Sachuest_Point/
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Newport is one of the 24 best New England towns to visit according to this list: http://www.buzzfeed.com/adamdavis/charming-small-new-england-towns-you-absolutely-need-to-v#.dn474o0Yag
Please come prepared for this hike. Essentials to bring include: hiking boots, winter layers, water, food and snacks.
Dinner will be at Brick Alley Pub. Yum!
Check out their menu here: http://brickalley.com/menu/
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NOTE: You are responsible for bringing appropriate gear, supplies, clothing, first aid, and lights. You should review topographic maps and trail features carefully; understanding topography of any hike is key to your knowing where you are, where you're going, and how to get back.
See suggestions for GEAR on the "About" page for additional gear ideas.
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