About us
Welcome to the Rhode Island Hiking Club
The Rhode Island Hiking Club " Walks & Rambles "offer's a variety of hikes from the beginner to the more experienced .We tend to engage in rather challenging hikes often through rough terrain. The purpose of this meetup is to get physically capable people together who want to get out and enjoy the beauty of some of RI's nicest places on foot. This Meetup is for people who enjoy a hike that leaves them satisfied in both the physical level of exertion, the enjoyment of the outdoors, and all the refreshment a hike has to offer the body and mind. This Meetup provides an opportunity to enjoy nature in the company of other adults without the distraction of cellphones,( kids), and or (dogs). If you are someone that likes to push yourself physically beyond a pleasant stroll and are at a decent level of physical fitness, then this could be a fun and rewarding Meetup for you.
***To JOIN you must include a clear identifiable picture of yourself. ***
It is important for the Organizers and members to be able to recognize you for safety so include your first name.
On 11/11/2011, I became the groups fourth Organizer . I hope to continue and expand the group as we move into the new year .By keeping with the groups original format . We are a hiking group based on the book ( Weekend Walks in Rhode Island by Ken Weber ). Thanks to Michael the clubs founder for starting this group. My goal is offer more people like yourselves the opportunity to experience what this little state has to offer and our surrounding neighbors Connecticut and Massachusetts and with occasional hikes to New Hampshire . Most people have no idea what is right in there back yard . My intent is to show them . We offer good exercise , good company and short travel all at no charge .What else could you ask for .
During the winter months we will continue hiking through the season along will more activities such as snow shoeing and cross country skiing , possibly ..
When the Summer months approach we will continue to hike either evenings or early mornings .We also will need more organizer’s to do this and I cant stress this enough . With your help we can make a good club a great one .
See you soon ,
Tony
The following write up is from when Walks & Rambles first started in September of 2009.
We will plan hikes on a weekly basis for Saturday mornings, many Sundays as well, with some after work "walks" as well during the longer daylight days of summer. Weather in RI is always a factor so there's a good chance we won't meet every Saturday. Heavy rain will cancel a hike as will as a particularly hot and humid day in the summer, but most other conditions are suitable for a decent time.
The laundry and cleaning can wait till you get home. Put yourself first, make some friends, have some fun and improve your outlook.
Note: I left the original name Walks and Rambles in the write up as a tribute to Ken Weber, and Michael, who had the foresight to start this Club back in Sept. 2009.
Upcoming events
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Hike Mashamoquet State Park (AKA Wolf Den)
Wolf Den Campground, Wolf Den Drive, Pomfret Center, CT, USBefore signing up for this event, please read and understand the entire Write-Up and the Liability Waiver. By signing up for this event you agree to the terms of the write-up and the waiver. Please sign-up only if you are sure that you can attend.
You must be a member of the Rhode Island Hiking Club and be on the Attending List to participate in this event.
Event Rating: Level 3 (Difficult)
Requirement: Members must have completed one or more Level 2+ hikes. The elevation gain of this hike is significant by local standards.
Distance: ~6.0 miles
Time Duration: ~3.25 hours
Blaze Orange: not requiredDescription:
Mashamoquet State Park is located in Pomfret, CT. Pomfret is located in northeast Connecticut. The park is located off of RTs 101 & 44. We will be hiking most of the blue outer loop trail and the red inner loop trail. We will be starting from the Wolf Den Campground. This hike can be found in the book "50 Classic Hikes in New England" among others.The park is mostly known for being the home of “Wolf Den”. In 1742 Israel Putnam went into a cave and killed a wolf that had been killing farmer’s sheep in the area for years. Israel Putnam was later to gain fame as a Major General in the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. Near the “Wolf Den” are the Table Rock and Indian Chair natural stone formations. The Indian Chair is a wide seat-shaped ledge, suitable for a photo op.
The trails feature a few hills as they wind through the woods. The hills are not large but provide some good exercise. A pair of hiking boots are strongly suggested with the rocky and likely wet trails. As always bring water (min 1.0 liter mandatory) and snacks. Wear a backpack or waistpack with clothing appropriate for hiking.
You can find a trail map at this link:
https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/DEEP/stateparks/maps/Mashamoquetpdf.pdf
Directions
From the east/(Providence, RI): Take Route 6 west onto Route 101 west. Continue west on Route 101, going ~1/4 mile past the junction with Route 169. Watch for a sign on your left for the Wolf Den Campground. Take the left onto Wolf Den Drive, and follow it until you come to the campground entrance on your left.
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Liability Waiver: As a condition of your voluntary participation in this activity, you acknowledge and agree to the following: This activity involves inherent risks that can cause property damage, injury, illness, disability, or death to participants; you assume all risk associated with this activity; you are responsible for having the necessary knowledge, skills, abilities, clothing, and equipment to participate in this activity safely; you know and will follow the Hiker Responsibility Code described at www.hikesafe.com; the leader(s) of this activity are volunteers; and you for yourself, your heirs, executors, and administrators release, hold harmless, and indemnify the leader(s) and all members of this group from any and all claims for property damage, injury, illness, disability, or death - including those caused by negligence or other reasons. The RIHC will not be held responsible for any COVID-19 issues including but not limited to the transmission of the disease, the cost of medical treatment, or death.
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