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GET FIT HIKE #4: Mt. Cardigan Meeting Time: 9:30 AM Event Coordinator: GandalfBristol, NH Max # People: 15 Trip Guiding / Event Fee: No, I will not be asking participants for money
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SUMMARY: Thinking of getting in shape for a hike in the Whites, here is your opportunity to participate in a series of 4 hikes that will get progressively get harder! Although Mount Cardigan’s elevation is only 3,155 feet, it gives hikers a feeling they are much higher due to the huge areas of bare granite rock with some alpine growth. The summit has a fire tower and amazing 360° views! This is a loop hike starting from Cardigan Lodge. We will take the Manning Trail to the summit of Firescrew [3064’] and then the Mowglis Trail to the summit of Mount Cardigan [3155’]. We will return on the Clark and Clark-Holt Cut Off Trails back to Cardigan Lodge. Above treeline hiking on Firescrew and Cardigan, views in all directions! Bring water and lunch; along with what you normally carry for a day hike. Round trip distance: 6.0 miles Elevation gain: 1,920 feet Join us for a hike in the great outdoors for some fresh air and some much needed camaraderie! Après Hiking Dinner: Everyone is welcome to join us back at our house in Waterville Valley to relax on our deck with views of the Sandwich Mountain/Mad River [BYOB and bring snacks] followed by one of Jon's delicious dinners. We ask $10 per person to help pay for our food costs. Showers are available so bring a change of clothing to make your visit with us more comfortable. Lodging Option: Bunk beds are available at our house [with Wi Fi] near Waterville Valley, NH for Friday and/or Saturday night. The cost is $25 for Friday night and $35 for Saturday that includes dinner [$60 for the weekend]. Coffee/bagels each morning and linen/blankets/towels are provided. Space is limited so email ASAP to reserve a bunk! |
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Driving directions to the location and spot to meet at: It's not the easiest place to find so if you prefer, meet us at off Exit 23 [Meredith/New Hampton] exit for 8:45AM at the Park 'N Ride [right of the exit on Route 104 East] to carpool. We'll be driving a blue Toyota Tacoma truck. Please let us know you’ll meet us there otherwise we will not stop. GPS: Or most GPS systems will get you there if you type in 774 Shem Valley Road, Alexandria, NH. Or perhaps get driving directions from the web yourself. And as a last resort directions to Cardigan Lodge from I-93: Take exit 23 for NH-104/NH-132 toward Meredith/New Hampton Slight right onto Pleasant St for 0.2 miles |
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