What we’re about
Hello Everyone...
I'm changing the name because I'm changing the focus. Through my own experience in singledom that past few years I've learned that both hosting and attending singles events can be an exercise in frustration and disappointment.
I have since learned what I've known all along. the best way to meet someone and develop a healthy relationship is to get to know them the old fashioned way. You hang out with them for a little while, become friends and take it from there. So without drabbing on about the perils of dating in the new millennium, I just wanted to let you know that I am changing the focus of the group to mimic what I have been doing on the South Shore for a few years.
You see the new name above. The focus will be on hosting varied events in the Boston Metro area and beyond, with the sole purpose of having fun and making friends. You don't have to be single to be a member of the group but most of us will be and if romance happens then it's a bonus !
But let me be clear, this is not a dating site and I ask everyone to please be respectful and polite of the other members.
I am always looking for help hosting events and Ideas so please don't be shy. This is just as much your group as it is mine. So let's have some fun.
Upcoming events (4)
See all- Welch-Dickey Loop - Moderate hike - Foliage HikeWelch Dickey Trailhead, Thornton, NH
PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE POST BEFORE YOU RSVP
Welch and Dickey Loop Trail is a 4.1 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Thornton, NH. It features amazing vistas and beautiful wild flowers. It's rated as moderate and not for beginners. Guests are allowed as long as they agree to all listed in this post.FOLIAGE TRACKER - It's going to be at the absolute peak this weekend. https://www.visitnh.gov/foliage-tracker Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
4.1 miles - 1800 ft of elevation gain. There are NO professional/trained guides going so hikers assume responsibility for themselves -- each should have appropriate footwear, carry own water/snacks. (and for the winter hikes - extra traction devices if necessary poles, microspikes or Yaktraks) and cold/wet weather gear including hat, gloves, dry socks, fleece, windproof outer layer.Meet 5:00 am in Rockland to carpool or meet at trailhead in Thornton NH by 8am. This way we beat the traffic.
Hike starts at 830 (read through link to directions at bottom of hike description for trailhead info). Hikers should be in sufficient physical condition to hike several miles, handle steep sections of trail and/or uneven, rocky, slippery surfaces.PROPER FOOTWEAR AND SUPPLIES MANDATORY - I.E. WATER AND FOOD. YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO COME IF YOU'RE WEARING SNEAKERS AND DON'T HAVE YOUR OWN WATER.
DO NOT come if you have not hiked any sufficient hills (such as the skyline trail in the blue hills) or IF YOU HAVE ANY INJURIES THAT WILL PRECLUDE YOU FROM KEEPING UP WITH THE GROUP. Any questions please contact me.
Directions - From Massachusetts - Head north on Rt 93 to Exit 28 Rt 49. - Bear Right at the end of the ramp onto Rt 49 (that is heading east) - Stay east on Rt 49 approx 5.5 miles and - turn left on Upper Mad River Road. Travel a short distance and turn - right onto Orris Road. - Follow Orris Road for .6 mile taking a right at the fork into a small parking lot. Trail begins there. Link to more details..
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-hampshire/welch-and-dickey-loop-trail?mobileMap=false&ref=sidebar-static-map&ref=sidebar-view-full-mapWe'll discuss carpool options as we get closer. It's 2 hours 37 minutes without stops from Plymouth. So you'll have to be on the Road by 5am or so. It's about 2 hours from Boston without stopping. So you'll have to be on the road about 6 am. It's going to be one of the busiest weekends of the year so don't cut it close. Let's plan on tailgating in the parking lot after the hike. BYOB and lunch and we'll have our social hour there. Bring a chair and small table if you can.
If anyone knows of a ski house that some people could stay in work on that very soon and post in the comments. I'll probably be staying up there in Cuzzin Eddy. If I find a campground I'll post that in the comments. Stay tuned on the camping.
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, and/or death to participants and/or others; you assume all risk associated with this activity; you are responsible for having the necessary knowledge, skills, abilities, clothing, and equipment to safely participate in this activity; you know and will follow the Hiker Responsibility Code described at www.hikesafe.com(http://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, and/or death - including those caused by negligence and/or other reasons.
- FOLIAGE CAMPING TRIP MOHAWK TRAIL STATE FORESTMohawk Trail State Forest, Charlemont, MA
It's a beautiful time in the Berkshires.
So let's go camping. I'm taking the RV but there are plenty of campsites and even some cabins.This is also posted in my South Shore group
I'll be heading up on Wednesday night and will be staying until at least Monday. So book as many nights as you can make it.
You have to reserve your camping spot on ReserveAmerican.com
Don't wait. These dates will go fast. MAY 27th is the date we have to reserve for this weekend. Put it on your calendar for a reminder.
Last year I reserved spot no 46. I'm gonna shoot for that area again There are several others right on the water as well. 55-59. 30s are close too. reference the map.4 people are authorized per site, with 2 vehicles and 2 tents (or 1 RV + 1 Tent) are permitted. So please share your space.
I'll be hosting an Old Growth forest hike and quite possibly a Kayaking event. I'll post those as separate meetups just in case non-campers want to join us.
Any questions please post them in the comments. - In Search of the Great White Pine - Old Growth Forest Hike & LearnMohawk Trail State Forest, Charlemont, MA
Also posted in my south shore group
When Europeans first settled New England in the 1600s over 90 percent of the land was covered by old growth Forests. Now there is only 1/10 of one percent left in all of New England. The Mohawk Trail State forest has a few old growth stands.
The Great White Pine is a New England Treasure. Long sought after by Kings and Countrymen for everything from Ship Masts, Homesteads and Furniture. There aren't many mature White Pines left.... But there are a few in Mohawk Trail State forest. These Majestic beauties stand over 150 feet tall and some are 13-14 feet in circumference at the base.
I don't have a PHD in forestry but I do have a love for these wonders of nature. So on our hike I'll talk about the history of our forests and how they have evolved over the past few centuries and why they must be preserved for future generations.
I will share all I know with you and I'm sure I'll learn from you.
This is a great video to get you started - I'll post some others as well.
https://youtu.be/Vi12xaJxA5UBring Water, Snacks and lunch. We'll stop by the Deerfield river for lunch.
Cell service is poor, at best, along the Mohawk trail. So please reach out early if you're going to be late. I would suggest to plan on arriving 30 minutes early so we can get moving on time.It's pretty easy to get to. The Mohawk Trail State Forest is righty on RT2 in Charlemont. We'll meet right at the front gate.
