Trip report

NAKED PRE SOLSTICE HIKE - STRATTON MOUNTAIN

Full Day Hike DATE: 06/20/2023 - 06/20/2023

Trip/Event Location: Stratton, VT
US

Trip Leader(s): OtisSpunkmeyer

Max # People: 20

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

Difficulty Level: Moderate to Strenuous

The group has decided to add an additional hike the day prior to the annual solstice hike.  This hike takes place on the Stratton Mount Loop Trail in Stratton Vermont.  The total distance

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Driving directions to the location and spot to meet at:

From US Route #100 in West Wardsboro head west on Stratton Arlington Road (left if heading north, right if heading south).  Follow Stratton Arlington Road 3.4 miles to the town of Stratton.  Continue on Stratton-Arlington Road another 3.4 miles to the trail head parking lot,

Latitude

43.06230242336271,

Longitue

-72.96781095853476


Trip Report/Photos
Featured Photo

At total of 6 of us gathered for the hike, some arriving already naked, others quickly disrobing and donning our packs.  After getting acquainted at the trail head parking lot, we then began our hike.  The weather was cloudy with sun poking trough at times and the temp was mid 60's, perfect for hiking.  We reached the summit of Stratton Mountain and climbed the firetower where we all in awe of the 360 degree view.  As the day progressed, the sun became more promionent and the temp warmed up to the low 70's.  We had lunch at the summit and then headed to Stratton Pond where some of the group went for a swim.  After the swim, we took a group photo to commemortate our visit.  We then continued our hike and returned to the trailhead parking lot where we shared our thoughts on the experience and regretting having to get dressed once again.  It was a great day of hiking and comraderie.  Thanks to everyone who participated for making the day awesome!

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Members That Participated

OtisSpunkmeyer

Outdoor Fitness Level: Moderate


Bedford, NH


United States
guest member
Kingston5

Outdoor Fitness Level: Moderate to Strenuous


Newtown , CT


United States
nhclimber03264

Outdoor Fitness Level: Moderate to Strenuous


Plymouth, NH


United States
dan410

Outdoor Fitness Level: Moderate to Strenuous


Leominster, MA


United States
NorthernTier

Outdoor Fitness Level: Moderate to Strenuous


Putney, VT


United States
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