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AMC Narragansett Trip Listings

At a Glance

All Events by Date
Sat–Sun May 1–Oct 31 Lead Climbing Mentoring Course ↓
Fri–Sun Sep 3–5 Lake Winnipesaukee Hike, Kayak, and Bike ↓
Wed Sep 8 Hike and Social, Warwick ↓
Fri–Sun Sep 10–12 Annual Trails/Recreation Weekend, Burlingame State Park ↓
Sat Sep 11 Sakonnet Vineyards Bike Ride ↓
Sat Sep 11 Bike Ride: Lincoln/Valley Falls/Blackstone ↓
Sat–Sun Sep 11–12 Rock Climbing Cannon Cliff - NH ↓
Sun Sep 12 Vin Gormley Trail Hike ↓
Sun Sep 12 Block Island Conservation Hike and Easy Rider Bike Ride ↓
Sun Sep 12 Wachusetts Over The Top Twice Hike (Figure 8) ↓
Wed Sep 15 Hike and Social, Roger Williams Park, Providence ↓
Fri–Sun Sep 17–19 Paddling/Camping on Moon Island - Squam Lake, NH ↓
Sat Sep 18 Mount Monadnock Hike ↓
Sun Sep 19 Blackstone River Cruise ↓
Sun Sep 19 Slater Park Patriot Day (Not an AMC Event) ↓
Sun Sep 19 Snake Den/Dame Farm Hike ↓ New
Wed Sep 22 Hike and Social, Wickford Ryan Park ↓
Sat Sep 25 Hike with Dogs on Duval Trail, South Kingstown ↓
Sat Sep 25 Older Male Members Canoe/Kayak: Potowomut River ↓
Sat Sep 25 Jamestown Bike Ride ↓
Sun Sep 26 Easy Riders: Tiverton/Little Compton Bike Ride ↓
Sun Sep 26 Westerly/Watch Hill Bike Ride ↓
Wed Sep 29 Hike and Social, Warren ↓
Sat Oct 2 Mount Welsh and Mount Dickey Hike ↓
Sat Oct 2 Fort Hill Farms and Corn Maze, Thompson, CT ↓
Sun Oct 3 West Warwick/Coventry Bike Ride ↓ New
Sun Oct 3 Riverbend Farm/Lookout Rock, Uxbridge, MA ↓ New
Wed Oct 6 Hike and Social ↓ New
Sat Oct 9 Tillinghast Pond Management Hike (TPMA) ↓
Sat–Sun Oct 9–10 Rock Climbing, Gunks - NY ↓
Sun Oct 10 Trustom National Wildlife Refuge Hike ↓ New
Wed Oct 13 Hike and Social, Scarborough Beach and Black Point ↓ New
Sat Oct 16 Mount Holyoke and Seven Sisters Hike ↓
Sun Oct 17 Foliage Conservation Walk, Swan Point Cemetery ↓ New
Sun Oct 17 Coastal Appreciation Paddle ↓ New
Wed Oct 20 Hike and Social, Wickford ↓ New
Sat Oct 23 Fall Foliage Paddle on the Pawtuxet River ↓
Sun Oct 24 Lincoln Woods ↓ New
Sun Oct 24 Fall Hike Great Swamp ↓ New
Wed Oct 27 Hike and Social, Jamestown ↓ New
Wed Nov 3 Hike and Social, Newport Cliff Walk ↓ New
Tue Nov 9 Local Hikes Meeting ↓ New
Wed Nov 10 Hike and Social, Blackstone Boulevard ↓ New
Sat Nov 13 Big River Hike, West Greenwich ↓ New
Sun Nov 14 Rome Point, North Kingstown ↓ New
Sun Nov 14 Wolf Hill/Mercer Lookout Hike ↓ New
Wed Nov 17 Hike and Social, Wakefield ↓ New
Sat Nov 20 Hike With Dogs at Browning Woods Farm Trail ↓ New
Sat Nov 20 Area 51 Hike ↓ New
Sun Nov 21 Parker Woodland Hike ↓ New
Sat Nov 27 Walk off the Turkey at Napatree Point ↓ New
Bicycling ↓
Sat Sep 11 Sakonnet Vineyards Bike Ride ↓
Sat Sep 11 Bike Ride: Lincoln/Valley Falls/Blackstone ↓
Sun Sep 12 Block Island Conservation Hike and Easy Rider Bike Ride ↓
Sat Sep 25 Jamestown Bike Ride ↓
Sun Sep 26 Easy Riders: Tiverton/Little Compton Bike Ride ↓
Sun Sep 26 Westerly/Watch Hill Bike Ride ↓
Sun Oct 3 West Warwick/Coventry Bike Ride ↓ New
Climbing/Mountaineering ↓
Sat–Sun May 1–Oct 31 Lead Climbing Mentoring Course ↓
Sat–Sun Sep 11–12 Rock Climbing Cannon Cliff - NH ↓
Sat–Sun Oct 9–10 Rock Climbing, Gunks - NY ↓
Conservation ↓
Sun Sep 19 Blackstone River Cruise ↓
Sun Sep 19 Slater Park Patriot Day (Not an AMC Event) ↓
Sat Oct 2 Fort Hill Farms and Corn Maze, Thompson, CT ↓
Sun Oct 17 Foliage Conservation Walk, Swan Point Cemetery ↓ New
Sun Oct 17 Coastal Appreciation Paddle ↓ New
Hiking ↓
Fri–Sun Sep 3–5 Lake Winnipesaukee Hike, Kayak, and Bike ↓
Wed Sep 8 Hike and Social, Warwick ↓
Sun Sep 12 Vin Gormley Trail Hike ↓
Sun Sep 12 Wachusetts Over The Top Twice Hike (Figure 8) ↓
Wed Sep 15 Hike and Social, Roger Williams Park, Providence ↓
Sat Sep 18 Mount Monadnock Hike ↓
Sun Sep 19 Snake Den/Dame Farm Hike ↓ New
Wed Sep 22 Hike and Social, Wickford Ryan Park ↓
Sat Sep 25 Hike with Dogs on Duval Trail, South Kingstown ↓
Wed Sep 29 Hike and Social, Warren ↓
Sat Oct 2 Mount Welsh and Mount Dickey Hike ↓
Sun Oct 3 Riverbend Farm/Lookout Rock, Uxbridge, MA ↓ New
Wed Oct 6 Hike and Social ↓ New
Sun Oct 10 Trustom National Wildlife Refuge Hike ↓ New
Wed Oct 13 Hike and Social, Scarborough Beach and Black Point ↓ New
Sat Oct 16 Mount Holyoke and Seven Sisters Hike ↓
Wed Oct 20 Hike and Social, Wickford ↓ New
Sun Oct 24 Lincoln Woods ↓ New
Sun Oct 24 Fall Hike Great Swamp ↓ New
Wed Oct 27 Hike and Social, Jamestown ↓ New
Wed Nov 3 Hike and Social, Newport Cliff Walk ↓ New
Wed Nov 10 Hike and Social, Blackstone Boulevard ↓ New
Sat Nov 13 Big River Hike, West Greenwich ↓ New
Sun Nov 14 Rome Point, North Kingstown ↓ New
Sun Nov 14 Wolf Hill/Mercer Lookout Hike ↓ New
Wed Nov 17 Hike and Social, Wakefield ↓ New
Sat Nov 20 Hike With Dogs at Browning Woods Farm Trail ↓ New
Sat Nov 20 Area 51 Hike ↓ New
Sun Nov 21 Parker Woodland Hike ↓ New
Sat Nov 27 Walk off the Turkey at Napatree Point ↓ New
Meetings ↓
Tue Nov 9 Local Hikes Meeting ↓ New
Paddling - Flatwater ↓
Sat Oct 23 Fall Foliage Paddle on the Pawtuxet River ↓
Paddling - Sea Kayaking ↓
Fri–Sun Sep 17–19 Paddling/Camping on Moon Island - Squam Lake, NH ↓
Sat Sep 25 Older Male Members Canoe/Kayak: Potowomut River ↓
Trail Work ↓
Fri–Sun Sep 10–12 Annual Trails/Recreation Weekend, Burlingame State Park ↓
Walks ↓
Sat Oct 9 Tillinghast Pond Management Hike (TPMA) ↓

Bicycling

Sat Sep 11 Sakonnet Vineyards Bike Ride
Relatively flat 30-mile ride through scenic Tiverton and Little Compton. Intermediate pace at 12+mph, with few stops. Helmets required. Call/email Ls for starting time.
Reg. req’d. L Larry Rollins m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:RollinsLF at remove6XJ29.this.textexcite.com 401-521-7188 6:00-9:00pm, Sue Rollins.
Sat Sep 11 Bike Ride: Lincoln/Valley Falls/Blackstone
Start at 9:45am. Intermediate 24-mile ride through new sections of Valley Falls and Blackstone bike paths to Woonsocket city line. Return trip through parts of Lincoln with some hills. Helmets required. Bring water and lunch.
Reg. req’d. L Herrick Spencer m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:spencer295 at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net 401-723-1974. CL Dave Natale.
Sun Sep 12 Block Island Conservation Hike and Easy Rider Bike Ride
Enjoy beautiful scenery by bike and the trails of Rodman's Hollow by foot (we'll lock bikes). Bring lunch, drinks, snacks, and money for ice cream. Helmet required.
Reg. with Dennis McCarthy m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:dmccarthy12 at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net. L Barbara Flagg m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:bakayaker51 at remove6XJ29.this.textverizon.net. CL Dennis McCarthy m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:dmccarthy12 at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net 401-455-0866.
Sat Sep 25 Jamestown Bike Ride
28 miles of rolling terrain with a few hills. Easy-intermediate ride at a moderate pace. Scenic ocean views and sea breezes. 10:00am start. Helmets required.
Reg. req’d. L Sid Wax m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:sid_w at remove6XJ29.this.textyahoo.com.
Sun Sep 26 Easy Riders: Tiverton/Little Compton Bike Ride
22 scenic miles at an easy pace on mostly flat/quiet terrain. Bag lunch break on the beach. Helmets required.
Reg. req’d. L Steve Morra 401-231-5365.
Sun Sep 26 Westerly/Watch Hill Bike Ride
Crowds are gone, so enjoy this beautiful area of our little state with mansions and beaches. Lunch by the waterfront. Faster intermediate pace. Helmets required. 10:00am start.
Reg. req’d. L Marcie Madsen 401-364-6538.
Sun Oct 3 West Warwick/Coventry Bike Ride New
Intermediate rider pace for 35 miles, 13mph average. Rolling hills with two main road crossings. Start out on completed Washington County bike path through West Warwick into Coventry, East Greenwich, and back to Warwick.
Reg. at http://appalachia.outdoors.org. http://www.outdoors.org. L Nancy Baker 401-737-3052 after 5:00pm. CL Dick Schaffner 401-7816310 after 5:00pm.

Climbing/Mountaineering

Sat–Sun May 1–Oct 31 Lead Climbing Mentoring Course
Potential Ls are invited to participate. Designed for experienced trad seconds/experienced sport climbers who want to learn to trad lead climb. Must have at least a season's worth of experience seconding trad climbs or leading sport climbs. Climb one-on-one with an experienced leader. No fee for course, but all trips to climbing destinations will be covered by the student, including transportation and lodging.
Reg. at http://www.climbri.com/AMC/NarragansettChapterTechClimbing.htm. L Brian Phillips m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:bphillips38 at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net.
Sat–Sun Sep 11–12 Rock Climbing Cannon Cliff - NH
Climbers comfortable on 5.8 routes or better, camping is at a private campground that we have arranged. Dinner is at an après climb restaurant. Contact the L to register and get specific trip information.
Reg. at http://www.climbri.com/AMC/NarragansettChapterTechClimbing.htm. L Brian Phillips m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:bphillips38 at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net 401-783-0133. CL Peter Barlow m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:freeeclimb at remove6XJ29.this.textaol.com 860-675-3772.
Sat–Sun Oct 9–10 Rock Climbing, Gunks - NY
Climbers comfortable on 5.4 routes or better. Lodging is up to you. Dinner at an après restaurant. Contact the L to register and get specific trip information. May limit participation due to L to second ratio.
Reg. at http://www.climbri.com/AMC/NarragansettChapterTechClimbing.htm. L Dave Curry m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:dmcurry13 at remove6XJ29.this.textyahoo.com 401-739-2604. CL Bill Baxter m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:mitziekramer at remove6XJ29.this.textyahoo.com.

Conservation

Sun Sep 19 Blackstone River Cruise
Enjoy scenic and historic cruise with narration. Arrive at 4:30pm, Pawtucket pier, 45 Madeira Ave, Central Falls. One hour, $10. We have 15 seats reserved. Possible supper afterward.
Reg. req’d. L Jack Schempp m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:jschempp1 at remove6XJ29.this.textgmail.com 401-331-4553 7:00-9:00pm, Linda Pease 401 351 2234 7:00-9:00pm.
Sun Sep 19 Slater Park Patriot Day (Not an AMC Event)
Slater Park, Pawtucket, is hosting Patriot Day. There will be encampments with the Rhode Island Regiment, the French Lafayette Regiment, and others. Tour historic Daggett House, visit Daggett Farm, and ride the carousel. Great for families and history buffs.
Reg. req’d. L Linda Pease m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:linda.pease at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net 401-351-2234.
Sat Oct 2 Fort Hill Farms and Corn Maze, Thompson, CT
Fun and educational experience where participants receive a game sheet and learn a conservation theme as they make their way through the maze. The farm also has picking patches and naturally raised cows. After completing the maze, enjoy their organic ice cream. Families and all others welcome!
Reg. req’d. L Kristin Caproni m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:kristincaproni1 at remove6XJ29.this.textgmail.com 952-8698, Jack Schempp m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:jschempp1 at remove6XJ29.this.textlive.com 331-4553.
Sun Oct 17 Foliage Conservation Walk, Swan Point Cemetery New
Swan Point will have remarkable varieties of trees and shrubs in autumn colors. Patty D'Ambra, noted expert and master gardener, explains unique characteristics, answers questions and will tell a story or two as you enjoy this morning stroll.
Reg. req’d. L Patty D'Ambra 401-949-3374.
Sun Oct 17 Coastal Appreciation Paddle New
George B. Salter Memorial Grove, Warwick, north to the Save the Bay office or further if weather is good. Salute to the bay will be made with ginger ale in recyclable stemware. This is a laid-back paddle; boats 12 feet or longer will be welcome. Dress for the water temperatures, wetsuits best.
Reg. req’d. L Linda Pease m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:linda.pease at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net, Barbara Flagg m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:bakayaker51 at remove6XJ29.this.textverizon.net.

Hiking

Hiking / Backpacking Rating System
First: Mileage   Middle: Pace*   Last: Terrain
AA = 13+ miles
A = 9–13 miles
B = 5–9 miles
C = under 5 miles		   1 = very fast 2.5+ mph
2 = fast 2–2.5 mph
3 = moderate 1.5–2 mph
4 = leisurely 1.5 mph		   A = very strenuous
B = strenuous
C = average
D = easy
* Pace is the leader’s hiking pace on “average” terrain, such as the hilly trails in the Blue Hills.
Example: B2C means 5–9 miles, fast 2–2.5 mph pace, average terrain.
To get an English translation for any blue trip rating, move your mouse over it and either hover there for a second or click.
Fri–Sun Sep 3–5 Lake Winnipesaukee Hike, Kayak, and Bike
More details at www.winaukee.com. Intermediate-level activities each day including yoga, happy hour, and evening programs. Lakeside cabins with plumbing and showers. Includes two breakfasts, two trail lunches, and two dinners (with a vegetarian option). Cost is $140/pp. Deposit of $50 is required by 7/17, with the balance due by 7/30. Call Linda to qualify, and mail check to Debbie Mitchell, 2945 Mendon Road, Cumberland, RI 02864. Include phone number and email address.
See http://www.winaukee.com. Reg. with Linda Pease m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:linda.pease at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net 351-2234 7:00-9:00pm. L Jack Schempp m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:jschempp1 at remove6XJ29.this.textgmail.com 401-331-4553 7:00-9:00pm, Herb Kingsbury.
Wed Sep 8 Hike and Social, Warwick
Meet at City Park, 6:00pm.
Reg. req’d. L Ginny Calabrese 401-782-6518.
Sun Sep 12 Vin Gormley Trail Hike
8-9 mile loop hike in Burlingame State Park. Hike has a few ups and downs, some rocks and many flat sections. Moderate pace. Lunch, water, snacks, and boots are recommended (special if after rain event). Meet at 9:00am. Rain will cancel.
Reg. req’d. L Maria Earley 401-789-8331 7:00-9:00pm.
Sun Sep 12 Wachusetts Over The Top Twice Hike (Figure 8)
Informative talk by Princeton Power & Light on their new windmills. Enjoy hawk migration at the top. Relaxed pace.
Reg. req’d. L John Stevens m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:stevens.john.m at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net 401-295-4203, Linda Pease m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:linda.pease at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net 401-351-2234. CL Chris Turgeon m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:turgeon77 at remove6XJ29.this.textymail.com.
Wed Sep 15 Hike and Social, Roger Williams Park, Providence
Meet near the Rose Garden across from the casino, 6:00pm. Rain cancels.
Reg. req’d. L Janet Harris 401-272-6772.
Sat Sep 18 Mount Monadnock Hike
Off the beaten path. Let's see where things take us! Carpool from RI with food afterward.
Reg. with L Steve Harrison m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:hikersteve at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net 401-270-3363 7:00pm - 9:00pm. CL Mike Martin.
Sun Sep 19 Snake Den/Dame Farm Hike New
Meet at Apple Valley Mall on Route 44 in Greenville, RI, (in front of CVS) by 8:45am. Hike will be about 3.5 hours long. Bring hiking boots, water, and lunch. Wear orange because of bow and arrow hunting season. Rain cancels.
Reg. req’d. L John Feather m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:jfeather67 at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net. CL Matt Putnam 401-862-2861 before 9:00pm.
Wed Sep 22 Hike and Social, Wickford Ryan Park
Meet at the entrance on Oak Hill Road, closest to Route 1 from Route 4, 6:00pm.
Reg. req’d. L Dick Sullivan 401-338-2880.
Sat Sep 25 Hike with Dogs on Duval Trail, South Kingstown
Five miles on beautiful dog-friendly wooded trails with areas of ups and downs. Meet in small parking lot on Post Road, 9:00am. Bring sufficient water, snacks and pick up bags. Hiking boots recommended. No expandable leashes. Recommend harness/leash instead of collar/leash. To register, call.
Reg. req’d. L Bonnie England m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:bonniedune at remove6XJ29.this.textaol.com 401-374-2507. CL Paul Wynn.
Wed Sep 29 Hike and Social, Warren
Meet at Warren Town Beach, Water Street, 6:00pm.
Reg. req’d. L Wendy Farr m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:wendyfarr42 at remove6XJ29.this.textgmail.com 401-533-3084.
Sat Oct 2 Mount Welsh and Mount Dickey Hike
Foliage season, hopefully. Moderately-paced 4.4-mile hike with time for chocolate on the ledges. Carpool from RI with food afterward.
Reg. with L Steve Harrison m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:hikersteve at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net 401-270-3363 7:00pm - 9:00pm. CL Mike Martin.
Sun Oct 3 Riverbend Farm/Lookout Rock, Uxbridge, MA New
Meet at McDonalds at Lincoln Mall, 9:00am. Route 146N to Route 116W to the mall. 4-5 mile easy to moderate hike on Blackstone Canal Path to Lookout Rock. Great for new members. Bring water, snacks, and hiking shoes.
Reg. req’d. L Matt Putnam 401-862-2861 before 9:00pm.
Wed Oct 6 Hike and Social New
6:00pm. Meet at the Towers Courtyard. Bring flashlights.
Reg. req’d. L Sue Boland m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:sboland2 at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net 401-556-3926.
Sun Oct 10 Trustom National Wildlife Refuge Hike New
Start at 9:30am. 2-3 miles. Summer merges with fall in this refuge of ponds for wildlife with views of Moonstone Beach and a side trip. To be enjoyed by families and everyone else.
Reg. req’d. L Adele Holcombe 401-284-3061.
Wed Oct 13 Hike and Social, Scarborough Beach and Black Point New
Meet at 6:00pm, Aram's. Call for directions. Bring flashlights.
Reg. req’d. L Aram Deradoorian 401-789-7811.
Sat Oct 16 Mount Holyoke and Seven Sisters Hike
Annual trip to see views and eat at Atkins Farm and Apollo Pizza (we are an eating club). 7.4 miles at a moderate pace. Carpool from RI.
Reg. with L Steve Harrison m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:hikersteve at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net 401-270-3363 7:00pm - 9:00pm. CL Mike Martin.
Wed Oct 20 Hike and Social, Wickford New
Meet at the parking lot across from old Ryan's market in the center of Wickford, 6:00pm. Bring flashlights.
Reg. req’d. L Dick Sullivan 401-338-2880.
Sun Oct 24 Lincoln Woods New
Start at 10:00am for 6-7 miles of moderate hiking through some park trails, then crossing over to do more in Chase and Butterfly Farm. Foliage at this time should be beautiful from many view points. Call for meeting place.
Reg. req’d. L Dick Sullivan 401-338-2880. CL Kris Caproni 401-952-8698.
Sun Oct 24 Fall Hike Great Swamp New
Start at 9:30am. Nature is preparing its departure from this wildlife refuge. Join us for the sights and sounds of Fall.
Reg. req’d. L Adele Holcombe 401-284-3061. CL Jill Keating m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:annjillian at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net 401-862-6159.
Wed Oct 27 Hike and Social, Jamestown New
Meet at 6:00pm, Jamestown Town Dock. Bring flashlights.
Reg. req’d. L Bob Richardson 401-225-4003.
Wed Nov 3 Hike and Social, Newport Cliff Walk New
Meet at CVS on Bellevue Avenue, 6:00pm. Bring flashlight.
Reg. req’d. L Sid Wax m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:sid_w at remove6XJ29.this.textyahoo.com 401-849-2495.
Wed Nov 10 Hike and Social, Blackstone Boulevard New
Start at 6:00pm. While hiking the Boulevard, we'll check out the area that set off a storm of controversy over the cutting of trees.
Reg. req’d. L Herrick Spencer m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:spencer295 at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net 401-723-1974 anytime. CL Janet Harris.
Sat Nov 13 Big River Hike, West Greenwich New
Start at 11:00 am. Thanks to Sandi Barber, we discovered what an enjoyable 3.5 mile hike this was last spring-now for a fall hike. Easy meeting spot just off I-95S Exit 6. Bring hiking shoes, water and lunch, or stop for lunch with us afterward.
Reg. req’d. L Sandi Barber 401-4677881 evenings. CL Kris Caproni 401-952-8698.
Sun Nov 14 Rome Point, North Kingstown New
Start at 10:00am. 4-5 miles of easy walking with a chance to see the returning seals. Call for directions if needed.
Reg. req’d. L Dick Sullivan 401-338-2880.
Sun Nov 14 Wolf Hill/Mercer Lookout Hike New
Hike 4-5 miles, starting at 8:45am. Meet at 215 Pleasant View Drive in Smithfield, next to the Smithfield Police Station off Route 116. Scenic fall view of Providence. Bring water and snacks.
Reg. req’d. L John Feather m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:jfeather67 at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net. CL Matt Putnam 401-862-2861 before 9:00pm.
Wed Nov 17 Hike and Social, Wakefield New
Meet at the municipal parking lot behind Phil's Diner on Main Street, 6:00pm. Bring flashlight.
Reg. req’d. L Dick Sullivan 401-338-2880.
Sat Nov 20 Hike With Dogs at Browning Woods Farm Trail New
Start at 9:00am. Easy 3-mile loop perfect for beginner hikers and dogs. Hiking boots required. No expandable leashes; we recommend harness/leash instead of collar/leash. Bring water, snacks and pickup bags. Orange Red.
Reg. req’d. L Bonnie England m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:bonniedune at remove6XJ29.this.textaol.com 401-374-2507. CL Paul Wynn.
Sat Nov 20 Area 51 Hike New
Hike starts on the Blackstone Bike Path in Lincoln with two off-the-path excursions on unknown and unpaved trails. Do you know where Area 51 is or what it was? Come find out. Great opportunity for new members to meet established AMC members.
Reg. req’d. L Linda Pease 401-351-2234. CL Dave Natale m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:igb at remove6XJ29.this.textatt.net.
Sun Nov 21 Parker Woodland Hike New
6-8 miles. Hike through Rhode Island history. Bring water, lunch and hiking boots.
Reg. req’d. L Pam Hill m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:pjsh40 at remove6XJ29.this.textaol.com 401-269-1610.
Sat Nov 27 Walk off the Turkey at Napatree Point New
Potluck social after hike. For a longer hike, register with Linda Pease at 401-351-2234. For a shorter easy town/beach stroll, register with Roberta Jacobs. Great event for new members to meet current members.
Reg. req’d. L Roberta Jacobs m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:jacobs6 at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net 401-315-0165.

Meetings

Tue Nov 9 Local Hikes Meeting New
Meet at the Stop & Shop in North Kingstown, 6:30 pm. Committee is doing two meetings/year now-put this one high on your list to attend! Discuss where we've been and what we've done this year, plus what we could do for the winter months and next year. Everyone is welcome.
L Herrick Spencer m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:spencer295 at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net 401-723-1974.

Paddling - Flatwater

Sat Oct 23 Fall Foliage Paddle on the Pawtuxet River
Escape civilization on Pawtuxet River. From Pontiac Mills to Rhodes on the Pawtuxet. Ice cream or coffee/soup afterward.
See http://www.amcnarragansett.org/photo_albums/flatwater_paddling/pawtuxet_foliage07/original/100_5035e6.html. Reg. with Bill Rush. L Bill Rush m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:whr0316 at remove6XJ29.this.textmsn.com, Linda Peace 401-351-2234.

Paddling - Sea Kayaking

Fri–Sun Sep 17–19 Paddling/Camping on Moon Island - Squam Lake, NH
Annual weekend of kayaking and camping on Moon Island, enjoying the last weekend of summer on this pristine lake surrounded by the foothills of Sandwich, NH. Participants should be experienced and have proper equipment for camping/kayaking. Sea kayak is required and participant must be able to carry all of their equipment. Cost is $35.
See http://www.amcnarragansett.org/photo_albums/sea_kayaking/squam_moon_092008/original/overview_082008.html. Reg. with Bill Rush. L Bill Rush m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:whr0316 at remove6XJ29.this.textmsn.com.
Sat Sep 25 Older Male Members Canoe/Kayak: Potowomut River
Open to all members with appropriate experience and the proper equipment. See details at link provided.
See http://members.cox.net/garywhitney3/AMC/Potowomut-2010.htm. Reg. with L gary whitney. CL Cherine Whitney.

Trail Work

Fri–Sun Sep 10–12 Annual Trails/Recreation Weekend, Burlingame State Park
Various trail projects on Saturday, with recreation afterward (swimming or other relaxation), plus a group dinner in the evening. Sunday, an 8-mile Gormley trail hike. Free Friday and Saturday camping. Non-campers, meet at 9:00am on Saturday, Burlingame camping area main parking lot. All trail maintainers (new and experienced) are welcome. Bring gloves, sturdy footwear, water, and lunch. All tools provided. Register by 9/8 for trails project, camping, and dinner potluck item. Raindate will be 9/17-19.
Reg. with L Chris Shafer 401-789-8331 7:00-9:00pm.

Walks

Sat Oct 9 Tillinghast Pond Management Hike (TPMA)
Meet at 9:00am for a 5-6 mile hike to learn and explore this new pristine area with historical and geographical facts of the TPMA provided by preserve volunteer and hike CL Mike Parker. Ideal area to view the Fall tapestry of colors. Easy hike, ideal for new members. Rain will cancel the walk.
Reg. req’d. L Maria Earley 401-789-8331 7:00-9:00pm. CL Mike Parker m.REMOVE.NEXT.WORD.poodleailto:Mike.parker at remove6XJ29.this.textcox.net.