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Welcome to the Rhode Island Hiking Club
The Rhode Island Hiking Club " Walks & Rambles "offer's a variety of hikes from the beginner to the more experienced .We tend to engage in rather challenging hikes often through rough terrain. The purpose of this meetup is to get physically capable people together who want to get out and enjoy the beauty of some of RI's nicest places on foot. This Meetup is for people who enjoy a hike that leaves them satisfied in both the physical level of exertion, the enjoyment of the outdoors, and all the refreshment a hike has to offer the body and mind. This Meetup provides an opportunity to enjoy nature in the company of other adults without the distraction of cellphones,( kids), and or (dogs). If you are someone that likes to push yourself physically beyond a pleasant stroll and are at a decent level of physical fitness, then this could be a fun and rewarding Meetup for you.
***To JOIN you must include a clear identifiable picture of yourself. ***
It is important for the Organizers and members to be able to recognize you for safety so include your first name.
On 11/11/2011, I became the groups fourth Organizer . I hope to continue and expand the group as we move into the new year .By keeping with the groups original format . We are a hiking group based on the book ( Weekend Walks in Rhode Island by Ken Weber ). Thanks to Michael the clubs founder for starting this group. My goal is offer more people like yourselves the opportunity to experience what this little state has to offer and our surrounding neighbors Connecticut and Massachusetts and with occasional hikes to New Hampshire . Most people have no idea what is right in there back yard . My intent is to show them . We offer good exercise , good company and short travel all at no charge .What else could you ask for .
During the winter months we will continue hiking through the season along will more activities such as snow shoeing and cross country skiing , possibly ..
When the Summer months approach we will continue to hike either evenings or early mornings .We also will need more organizer’s to do this and I cant stress this enough . With your help we can make a good club a great one .
See you soon ,
Tony
The following write up is from when Walks & Rambles first started in September of 2009.
We will plan hikes on a weekly basis for Saturday mornings, many Sundays as well, with some after work "walks" as well during the longer daylight days of summer. Weather in RI is always a factor so there's a good chance we won't meet every Saturday. Heavy rain will cancel a hike as will as a particularly hot and humid day in the summer, but most other conditions are suitable for a decent time.
The laundry and cleaning can wait till you get home. Put yourself first, make some friends, have some fun and improve your outlook.
Note: I left the original name Walks and Rambles in the write up as a tribute to Ken Weber, and Michael, who had the foresight to start this Club back in Sept. 2009.
Upcoming events
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Hike Snake Den
Dame Farm, 91B Brown Ave, Johnston, RI, USEvent Rating: Level 2+ (Moderate-Difficult)
(This is not a beginner hike)
Distance: ~5.0 Miles
Time Duration: ~2.5 Hours
Blaze Orange: not requiredYou must be a member of the Rhode Island Hiking Club and be on the Attending List to participate in this event.
Before signing up for this event, please read and understand the entire Write-Up and the Liability Waiver. By signing up for this event you agree to the terms of the waiver. Please sign-up only if you are sure that you can attend.
Description:
Snake Den State Park is located just off of Route 6 in Johnston, RI. It is roughly 1.000 acres of undeveloped woodlands and open fields that are leased out for farming.
Please note that we are meeting at Dame Farm, not at the fire station on Route 6.
We will be hiking about 5 miles, and will be led by club member Peter Meusert. Peter knows the trails at Snake Den well. The trails are a mix of woodland trails and forest roads. There are plenty of rocks and roots in places. There is one climb going up to the overlook, otherwise mostly flat terrain. Expect a ~2 mph pace.
A couple of landmarks are the overlook from which the posted photo was taken and a stone quarry.
You can read about the history of Snake Den here:
History of Snake DenRequirements are a good pair of hiking boots or shoes, a backpack, drinking water (1.5 liters min), and snacks. You may also need bug spray and sunscreen.
Directions:
From Route 6 in Johnston, take Brown Ave (there is a stop light). Drive about 1 mile on Brown Ave and Dame Farm will be on your right.
From Route 5 in Johnston, take Brown Ave. Drive about 1.4 miles on Brown Ave and Dame Farm will be on your left.
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 participate in this activity safely; you know and will follow the Hiker Responsibility Code described at 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 all claims for property damage, injury, illness, disability, and/or death - including those caused by negligence and/or other reasons. The RIHC will not be held responsible for any COVID-19 issues including but not limited to the transmission of the disease, the cost of medical treatment, and/or death.
Safety First!8 attendees
Hike Pachaug State Forest - Laurel Loop (with Nehantic & Pachaug Trails)
Green Fall Pond Swimming Area, Green Fall Pond Rd, Voluntown, CT, USEvent Rating: Level 2+ (Moderate-Difficult)
(This is not a beginner hike)
Distance: ~6.0 Miles
Time Duration: ~3.0 Hours
Blaze Orange: not requiredYou must be a member of the Rhode Island Hiking Club and be on the Attending List to participate in this event.
Before signing up for this event, please read and understand the entire Write-Up and the Liability Waiver. By signing up for this event you agree to the terms of the waiver. Please sign-up only if you are sure that you can attend.
Description:
This is a barbell shape hike in the Green Falls Pond area of Pachaug State Forest. The Green Falls Pond area is located in Voluntown, CT. The loop includes a section of trail named the "Laurel Loop" for its abundance of mountain laurel. Hopefully much of that mountain laurel will be in bloom for this hike.
You can find a trail map here: Green Falls Map
Requirements are a good pair of hiking boots or shoes, a backpack, drinking water (1.5 liters min), and snacks. You may also need bug spray and sunscreen. The trails are mostly single-track trails with lots of rocks and roots. Some trail sections could be muddy or overgrown with vegetation. There are some short steep sections, but much of the hike is fairly flat. Expect about a 2 mph pace.
Directions from the North: At the junction of Rte 165 & Rte 138 take Rt 138 E. In 1 mile, take a right onto Green Falls Rd at the sign for Pachaug Forest. Follow the road until you come to the "T" intersection and turn left on Green Falls Road. Drive about 1.5 miles to the parking area near the beach.
Directions from the South: At the junction of Rt 3 and Rt 138 take Rt 138 W for 7.5 miles. Take a left onto Green Falls Road (at the Pachaug sign) and proceed as above. Google Maps may try to send you on a different section of Green Falls Road, but that is restricted usage and gated. Continue driving west on Rt 138 until you reach the road with the Pachaug sign.
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 participate in this activity safely; you know and will follow the Hiker Responsibility Code described at 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 all claims for property damage, injury, illness, disability, and/or death - including those caused by negligence and/or other reasons. The RIHC will not be held responsible for any COVID-19 issues including but not limited to the transmission of the disease, the cost of medical treatment, and/or death.
Safety First!
12 attendees
DuVal Trail - Mt. Laurel hike - 7 miles, more or less
DuVal Trail Head, South Kingstown, RI, USPlease read the entire writeup below:
Join me this coming Sunday as we walk through the hilly landscape of the Charlestown Moraine in South Kingstown, Rhode Island. We'll go on a 7 mile hike starting at Post Road, heading north to Red House Road, then back the way we came. From there we'll take side trails to Bull Head Pond, a glacial kettlehole pond, and finally head back to where we started on Post Road. We did this hike last March, which wasn't all that long ago, but it's worth going again now that the Mt. Laurel is in bloom, and what a beautiful sight that is to behold, so don't miss it.
To qualify for this hike, you must be in excellent physical condition and have completed a 6 mile walk in the last month.
Water, sturdy hiking boots, a snack are required.
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; 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.
14 attendees
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