New Member Hike at High Ledges Wildlife Sanctuary

Activity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Katherine Kindness, Jeannette Pierce, William Poole
Registration Type: Registration
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Audience: Everyone

Description: This hike is designed to give new members a chance to get outdoors, meet fellow members, learn more about AMC, and receive an introduction to group hikes. The hike will be led by two AMC-trained leaders and an AMC staff member. While this hike is designed for new members, all are welcome.
Let’s explore at H igh Ledges Wildlife Sanctuary in Shelburne, MA. This Mass Audubon property was formerly owned by professor, historian, and naturalist Dr. Ellsworth “Dutch” Barnard and his wife, Mary; the couple built a rustic cabin overlooking the ledges and created many of the trails we’ll walk. We’ll meander about 3.3 miles through mixed hardwood and conifer forests, taking in the views over the Deerfield River Valley toward Mount Greylock and a serene beaver pond. The pace will be relatively slow so we can enjoy the late-season fall colors and each other's company as we navigate rolling hills and some rocky and root-filled trails.
After the hike, we invite you to join us a short drive away to Shelburne Falls, where we’ll walk over The Bridge of Flowers , check out the glacial potholes , and stop for lunch at Baked .
You will need hiking boots or sturdy shoes, a hat, sunscreen, water, snacks, and non-cotton clothing (no jeans). Hiking poles will be helpful on uneven surfaces.
Your leaders:
Kathy is the Membership Chair for the AMC Western MA Chapter and has been a hike leader for several years in the Delaware Valley, PA Chapter. She is an avid hiker but also loves bicycling, kayaking, cross-country skiing, and generally playing outside. She also loves ice cream, especially the Vermont Maple Creemee.
Jeannette is the Communications Chair for the AMC Western MA Chapter and has been a hike leader for just over a year. Besides hiking, she loves bicycling, kayaking, camping, skiing, snowshoeing, line dancing, gardening, and is currently obsessed with learning about the beautiful wildflowers that grace our trail systems.
William is a Chapter Engagement Manager for the AMC. He is an avid hiker and enjoys spending time in the outdoors. He is passionate about getting people engaged in outdoor pursuits and helping them find what excites them in outdoor spaces.

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