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The Gansett Gazette
October-November Issue
2007
Annual Meeting and Dinner
Saturday, Nov 17th
Our chapter's Annual Meeting and Dinner will be on Saturday evening, November 17th at the St. John's Episcopal Church Hall on N. Main St. in Providence. This is always a great event, including fellowship with other members, summary of the previous year in the chapter, recognition of our leaders and volunteers, presentation of several major awards, including our highest, chapter award, the "Appie of the Year", an interesting guest speaker presentation and great food. So, mark your calendar and save this date. It is hoped that as many members as possible will attend. Get the registration form. Please register by November 2.
REQUEST FOR THE APPIE OF THE YEAR NOMINATION
Every year at the Annual Meeting and Dinner an individual is awarded with the Chapter’s highest honor, Appie of the Year. This award is presented annually to that person who, in an outstanding manner, exemplifies the mission of the Appalachian Mountain Club. The recipient of this award receives an engraved plaque as a permanent memento. The Appie of the Year is also presented with a plaque with his name engraved along with the names of the previous Appies. The plaque is retained for one year before it is passed on to the next Appie of the Year. The recipient of this award is chosen by the Narragansett Chapter membership and the Chapter Executive Board. Please send your Appie of the Year nominations to
Eugene B. Mihaly, 4 Half Mile Rd., Barrington, RI 02806 or eugene@mihaly.org
by October 27, 2007.
Volunteer Needed - Chapter Treasurer
We have an opening for someone to serve as Chapter Treasurer. Qualified applicants should have an accounting background and be willing to commit about 4 hours per month to the role. Additional time is needed to prepare the budget and annual report for Joy Street. Anyone who is interested and would like to find out more about the position should contact Tom Eagan, the current Treasurer, at 861-8231 or tce@psh.com for more information.
FALL GATHERING
October 12–14, 2007
AMC’s New Hampshire Chapter invites you to enjoy the fall foliage at AMC’s Highland Center in Crawford Notch. ALL MEMBERS ARE WELCOME TO THIS EVENT.
Bunk and private room packages available, including meals, activities, and registration fee. See details for weekend. Reserve directly with AMC Reservations at 603 466-2727.
Hunting Season and Orange
Fluorescent Orange Users (hikers, cyclists, horseback riders, etc.) of RI State Management areas are required to wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from the third Saturday in October to the last day of February, again from April 26 thru May 26. (more)
ACTIVITIES
Wed Sept 26 Hike & Social at Cliff Walk in Newport at 6pm. Call L Bob Cilette (529-1611) for information.
Fri-Sun Sept 28-30: Autumn Splendor at AMC's Cardigan Lodge. Join us for day hikes on Mt. Cardigan Reservation during this beautiful hiking season. For fit hikers who enjoy a moderately paced, 6-10 mile hikes with 1500-2000' elevation gain. $120 fee includes 2 nights full service hut lodging, 2 breakfasts, 1 dinner & social hours. L Ed Poyer ph. 783-6623.
Sat 29 Kingston-Narragansett-Great Island Ride: (new) 35 mi, easy intermediate ride, rather flat, through South County from the bike path and along the coast. This is pretty much a repeat of the successful ride from last year's fall gathering. Bring water, lunch, helmet...(Postponed from 9/15) L Sid Wax (849-2595, sid_w@yahoo.com)
Sun Sept 30 Welsh-Dickey Hike. Annual foliage hike, 4.4 miles at a leisurely pace enjoying chocolate on the ledges while admiring beautiful views. L Steve Harrison, CL Sue Warthman (270-3363).
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Sun Sept 30 Conservation Hike Mt. Wachusetts, Princeton, MA. We hope to catch migrating hawks with cameras, as well as view Boston and Mt. Monadnock. We'll visit the windmill farm and hear about how Princeton has benefited over decades. Going over the top twice in a figure 8, we'll cover 6+ miles. Hiking boots and accouterments req'd. L’s Linda Pease, Mike Martin, CL’s Yvonne Federowicz 354-5524, John Stevens 295-4203 call 7-9 pm.
Sun Sept 30 Burlingame trails project: (new) Join with Narragansett chapter members in building waterbars on the Gormley trail in Burlingame State Park. Meet 9AM. Contact Chris for further details. 401-789-8331 call 7-9 pm.
Wed Oct 3 Hike & Social at Goddard Park, E. Greenwich at 6pm, please bring flashlight. For information phone Bob Cilette (529-1611).
Fri-Mon Oct 5-8 Columbus Day Weekend- Western Maine Fall Foliage Hikes. Enjoy 3 days of moderate hikes (8-11 miles, 3000'+ elevation gain) in the Grafton Notch area at the height of fall foliage. For fit, experienced mountain hikers, who enjoy being part of a group. $205 includes 3 nights lodging at cozy Mahoosuc Lodge, 3 breakfasts, 2 dinners. Space is limited, register early. L Sean Buckley (860-546-0635 call before 9 pm, sean.buckley1@mac.com).
Sat-Sun Oct 6-7 Rock Climbing, Shawangunks, NY (multi-pitch) Climbers comfortable on 5.4 routes or better. Accommodations individually arranged. Dinner at an après climb restaurant. Contact L Dave Curry (dmcurry13@yahoo.com, 739-2604) to register and get specific trip information, CL Bill Baxter.
Sun Oct 7 New/Prospective Member Walk at 10:30am, approximately 3 miles in Lincoln Woods. Foliage should be lovely. Bring a friend or family member! Contact L Susan Jones/Membership Committee (shilojones@fctvplus.net) to register.
Wed Oct 10 Hike & Social. Location: Leader’s Choice at 6pm. Call L Herrick Spencer (723-1974) for information.
Thur Oct 11 Trails Committee Meeting: (moved from Sept 27) Contact Anne at 823-1397 or Marge at 295-7101.
Sat Oct 13 Smithfield Hike, on the northern shore of Stump Pond, Stillwater Trail and Mowry Conservation Area. 5 easy miles, bring hiking boots and appreciation of great views and foliage. L’s Linda Pease (351 2234) and John Feather (764-0438 or jfeather67@cox.net).
Sun Oct 14 Mount Misery Hike in Pachaug State Park, CT: 5 miles. We will be passing through
a Rhododendron sanctuary on our way to this hill with beautiful views. Connecticut rated hike C D.
L John Ross (884-8458).
Sun Oct.14th-Mt Holyoke & the Seven Sisters Hike: (trip filled) Approximately 7 miles at a relaxed pace. Much up & down. A nice chance to view the foliage. Eat out before at Atkins Farm & after at Apollo. Hiking boots required. L.Steve Harrison (270-3363) CL Sue Warthman
Wed Oct 17 Hike & Social in Newport at 6 PM. Hike L Sid Wax. Please bring flashlight. For information phone Bob Cilette (529-1611)
Sat Oct 20 Fall Foliage Paddle: Escape civilization on the Pawtuxet River from Pontiac Mill to Rhodes on the Pawtuxet. Ice cream or coffee/soup after. L Bill Rush (941-4983, call 8-10 pm weekdays), CL Linda Pease (351-2234).
Sun Oct 21 Arcadia Hike: 8-10 miles at a moderate pace. Legal orange and boots req’d. Orange Required. L Maria Earley (789-8331 call 7-9pm)
Wed Oct 24 Hike & Social in Wickford at 6pm, bring flashlight. Call Bob Cilette (529-1611) for information.
Sat Oct 27 Halloween Paddle at One Hundred Acre Cove: paddle though marshes and the howling wind, should be scary for some and there is a full moon, is there any Werewolves amount us? Our last scheduled paddle of the year. L Bill Rush 941-4983 call 8-10 weekdays.
Sat Oct 27 Hike Lincoln Woods: start 10am, a 7-8 mile moderate hike with some very nice foliage. We will also be crossing over to Butterfly Farm and then walking along the historic section of Rte 123 in Lincoln. Call L Dick Sullivan 294-9374 before Friday for information.
Sun Oct 28 Mashamoquet Brook State Park Hike, CT: see a Wolf Den and Indian Chair, as we walk (5 miles) among numerous rolling hills and bridges. L. John Ross (884-8458)
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Wed Oct 31 Hike & Social in Providence at 6pm. Hike L Janet Harris. Please bring flashlight. For information phone Bob Cilette (529-1611)
Sat Nov 3 Lead Climbing Workshop. Contact the leaders to register and get specific trip information. L’s Peter Barlow (860 675-3772), Brian Phillips (bphillips38@cox.net, 783-0133)
Sat Nov 3 Leominster State Park via Mid State Trail Hike - on a ridge from Leominster State Park to the pond at Mt. Wachusett . Easy pace, so you can enjoy the fabulous foliage and views. Hiking boots req'd. Orange Required. L Linda Pease (351-2234), L Chris Shafer (789-8331)
Sat Nov 3 Stepstone Falls Hike, 6 miles, a pretty area, one of leaders favorites. Rocks could be slippery. Meet at Beach Pond - north side of Rt. 165 on the RI/CT border, car spot. Hiking boots req’d. Wetness cancels. Orange Required. L Sandy Dunn (333-6474 call 7-9pm only), CL Richard Hjerpe.
Wed Nov 7 Hike & Social in East Greenwich at 6pm, bring flashlight. Call Bob Cilette (529-1611) for information.
Sat Nov 10 Queen River Hike in Exeter: start 9:30am and walk the trails created by the Master-Gardeners and continue into the Queen River Preserve, an easy 5 mile walk. L Dick Sullivan (294-9374).
Sat Nov 10 Escape to a Tropical Garden-Conservation Event: refresh your spirit at the new Botanical Garden Complex recently opened at Roger Williams Park. The new12000 ft greenhouse is the largest in New England. Its spectacular palm trees, galaxy of exotic plants and flowers, waterfalls, aquatic gardens complete with fish are amazing. Learn how you can create your own tropical space. Limited enrollment. Complete your escape with optional lunch at an interesting place. (not included). Late morning. Reserve with CL Patty D’Ambra 949-3374 or L Jack Schempp 331-4553.
Sun Nov 11 Snake Den Hike: discover trails in the Snake Den in Johnston. Whatever you think it is – it isn’t. It’s BIG. It’s surprising and no foliage means views. Come and surprise yourself. Orange Required. L’s Linda Pease (351-2234) and John Feather (764-0438 or jfeather67@cox.net).
Tues Nov 13 Local Hikes Meeting, 6:30 pm at STOP& SHOP in North Kingstown.
Call Herrick Spencer 723-1974 for directions. ALL ARE WELCOME TO THE MEETING.
Wed Nov 14 Hike & Social: Leaders Choice. For information phone Bob Cilette (529-1611)
Thurs Nov 15 Trails Committee Meeting. Contact Anne at 615-7106 or Marge at 295-7101.
Sat Nov 17 Parker Woodlands Hike: start 10 am, a moderate hike of 7-8 miles along some nice trails
that follow a brook through Coventry and Foster. Call L Dick Sullivan (294-9374 before Friday).
Sun Nov 18 Arcadia Hike: 8-10 miles at a moderate pace. Orange Required. Hiking boots req'd. L Maria Earley (789-8331 call 7-9pm)
Wed Nov 21 Hike & Social at Narraganset Beach at 6pm, bring flashlight: Hike L Aram Deradorian. For information phone Bob Cilette (529-1611)
Sat Nov 24 Walk off the Turkey: walk the beach at beautiful Napatree Point in Westerly. Enjoy the sea air and a pot luck lunch afterward. L’s Linda Pease (351-2234), Roberta Jacobs (315-0165).
Wed Nov 28 Hike & Social in Jamestown. Time 6pm, bring flashlight. Hike L’s: Richard and Donna Chellis. For information phone Bob Cilette (529-1611)
Fri Nov 30 Trail Work Appreciation Gathering (new) 2007 Trail Projects volunteers: If you participated doing trail work in 2007 this evening is for you. Food, camaraderie, and other surprises. For details contact Maria Earley 789-8331 or momearley@netzero.com or Chris Shafer 789-8331
Sat Dec 8 Fort Barton Hike in Tiverton: start 10 am, a short rugged hike of 2-3 miles and then we will have our lunch at the tower with a great view of the Sakonnet River and the Mt. Hope Bridge. We will proceed to Reicker Audubon for another walk of 2-3 miles of very pretty trails. Call L Dick Sullivan 294-9374 before Friday.
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