DATE: May 11, 2024 to May 11, 2024
LGBTQ Hike Q-MoB Hike: Spruces Park/Hoosac River Trail

Meeting Time: 11:00 AM

Event Coordinator: QMoB
Williamstown, MA

Max # People: 25

Trip Guiding / Event Fee: No, I will not be asking participants for money

Difficulty Level: Easy

SUMMARY:

We’ll meet in the left parking lot as you enter The Spruces and stroll north along old roads, once part of a giant mobile home park that was submerged in a flood many years ago. When we reach the Hoosac River, we’ll walk northwest along a peaceful gravel pathway with beautiful vistas of Mt. Greylock on one side and the river on the opposite side. When we reach the town of Williamstown, we’ll meander through a few neighborhoods, stopping for lunch half way at The Spring Street Market. After lunch, we’ll return as we came - burning off the calories we consumed at lunch.

WHAT TO BRING: Please bring rain-gear, appropriate footwear (that can get muddy), snacks, water, and also consider bringing hiking poles and cleats/crampons if you may need them or to lend to someone who may need them. Dogs on leashes are welcome. Please check the weather the morning before the hike so you can make sure you have the right clothing & equipment if conditions change.

REACHING US DAY OF HIKE: If you have trouble finding us, will be late, or can't make it, please call/text John R. at 610-733-4157.

Driving directions to the location and spot to meet at:

Use your preferred mapping app to navigate to:

60 Main St. (MA route 2)

Williamstown, MA 01267

Look for the big white pillars with the lion sculptures on top of them.