20s/30s Ragged Mountain hike
Details
Activity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Conrad Ward
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX000001GLRJ
Audience: 20’s & 30’s
Description
Come join our Appalachian Mountain Club 20s/30s community for a 5.5 to 6 mile hike around Ragged Mountain Preserve in the towns of Berlin and Southington, CT! The loop on the Metacomet Trail (approx. 2.54 miles) and the Blue/Red blazed trail (approx. 3.1 miles) passes a variety of viewpoints. The trailhead elevation starts at approximately 250-275 feet and the summit is 761 feet, a difference of about 500 feet.
New people are always welcome! Registration is required. Any final notes and weather cancellations will be emailed to registered participants 1-3 days before. Would like to bring a well-behaved dog? Prefer there not to be a dog on the hike for any reason? Please coordinate with the leader in advance. The hike end time is just an estimate.
What to bring
Footwear, water, and snacks for 6 miles of hiking in the woods / up to 4 hours
Bug spray / sunscreen as needed
Directions
Coordinates 41.6283,-72.8038. We will start at the main Ragged Mountain trailhead on West Ln where it becomes Wigwam Rd in the town of Berlin. I may be able to do a pickup at the Berlin train station, reach out well in advance if needed.
Meal / Social (Optional)
Afterwards, we may go out to lunch at nearby Mimo Bistro, which has sandwiches and bowls.
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 word "club" by no means implies exclusivity: AMC is a welcoming community where people of all backgrounds can come together and enjoy the outdoors. The Connecticut Chapter of AMC is active across the state and volunteers organize hundreds of 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.
20s/30s Calendar
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