Wachusett Reservoir at Clinton Dam - Friday June 5 @ 9 AM

Friday looks like a nice summer day. Mornings temps will be cooler so we get started at 9 AM

We'll hike about 6 miles round trip out and back along the reservoir. This hike has about 200 feet of elevation change which is one long set of steps at the beginning and end of the hike. The hike is flat except for the stairs, and is mostly along the water but also has some wooded trails.

Distance: 6 miles total.
Elevation: 200 feet of total elevation gain.
Tortoise time: approx. 3 hours
We start together, we stay together, we finish together. We will hike at the pace of the slowest hiker.

Hat and suntan lotion if it is sunny, much of the hike is not shaded.
Bug Spray may be needed.
Bring plenty of water and a snack.
No dogs.
Please be on time so that everyone is ready to leave from the top of the dam at 9 AM.

Please note - park on the road in front of the dam. Pin location may not be accurate.

We will meet at the entrance to the Clinton Dam on Boylston Street in Clinton. There is ample on street parking in front of the dam.

Remember the rules:

Feel free to bring a friend, but make sure they first join the group and sign up for the event.
Please be on time so that everyone is ready to leave at 9 AM

If you sign up for an event but will not be attending, change your response ASAP so that others can attend and we are not waiting for you.
Check Meetup for cancellations and changes in meeting times and locations before each event.
You are all adults and are expected to make decisions about your own safety and physical abilities.
Wear appropriate footwear and bring plenty of water.
Move to the side for oncoming walkers on narrow trails.
If you decide to return to your car early or leave the group for any other reason, tell someone.
If you are struggling or need assistance, tell someone.
Be friendly. Be social. Have fun.

Safety Disclaimer
In registering for this event, you assume all risks when participating, certify that you are physically fit to participate, and have not been advised otherwise by a qualified medical person. All participants must use care and good judgment, and must obey all instructions, rules, and regulations of the venue and local authorities.

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
the leader(s) of this activity are volunteers; and
you 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