20s & 30s Farm River Walk

Activity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 2 - Relaxed
Trip Leader(s): Conrad Ward
Registration Type: Registration Suggested
Please Click Here to Register: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX000001CuNd
Audience: 20’s & 30’s

Description: Come join our Appalachian Mountain Club 20s & 30s community for a relaxed evening walk that combines two scenic preserves in East Haven along the Shoreline Greenway. We'll start with a short loop through a wooded preserve next to the former D.C. Moore School with views of the marshes. Then we'll do a short road stretch to the Farm River State Park trails, where we will loop around the peninsula and enjoy views of the river and more marshes.
New people are always welcome, but this is an especially good one for those new to the outdoors / beginner hikers. The total distance will be approximately 2.5 miles and there is minimal elevation change throughout the walk. We'll be sure to take some time to enjoy the viewpoints.
Registration is suggested, but not required. Registered participants will receive an email 1-3 days before with any final notes or weather notices. Unregistered participants will simply sign the AMC waiver at the trailhead. Would like to bring a well-behaved dog? Prefer there not to be a dog on the hike for any reason? Please register and coordinate with the leader in advance.
What to bring: Footwear & water for 2.5 miles of walking in the woods / up to 1.5 hours Snacks / bug spray / sunscreen as needed
Directions: Trailhead parking : 41.2554, -72.863 (limited space) - Junction of Hoop Pole Ln and Mansfield Grove Rd Overflow parking at the old D.C. Moore School a short distance down Hoop Pole Ln or street parking Pevetty Dr. Please be strategic with parking. All parking is free. The trail head is walkable from the CT Transit 204 bus, feel free to reach out to me if you would like a lift.
Optional Meal / Social: Afterwards, we may regather at the nearby Taqueria mexicana#1 for dinner (420 Main St, East Haven, CT 06512).
About Founded in 1876, the Appalachian Mountain Club is a non-profit organization that promotes the protection, enjoyment, and understanding of the mountains, forests, waters, and trails of America’s Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. The Connecticut Chapter of AMC is active across the state and organizes about a thousand activities annually. The CT Young Members Committee is geared towards participants in their 20s & 30s. Some goals of the 20s & 30s group is to add more frequent activities and expand into multi-day adventures such as camping trips, hostels, backpacking, and destination trips that build community and lasting friendships. We hope you can join us soon!

Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!