The Gansett Gazette
August-September Issue
2007

Sat-Sun Aug 11-12 Rock Climbing, Rumney, NH - Advanced. Climbers comfortable on 5.8 routes or better, camp locally. Dinner at an après climb restaurant or cost share BBQ. Contact L Joe Goudreau (334-0425, joejudig@hotmail.com) to register and get specific trip information.

Mon Aug 13 Victory Day, Sea Kayaking: exploring and picnic lunch on Hope Island. L Anne Fusco (884-3205), CL Mary Cocorochio.

Tues Aug 14 Swansea Ride: 6pm start, 18+ miles, easy paced ride, gently rolling scenic terrain. Helmets req'd. L Carol Richards (434-8448 or carol_164@joimail.com).

Wed Aug 15 Hike & Social at Rome Point at 6pm. Hike L Dick Sullivan. For info phone Bob Cilette (529-1611)

Thur Aug 16 Trails Committee Meeting. Contact Anne at 823-1397 or Marge at 295-710

Fri-Sun Aug 17-19 King Ravine Hiking Weekend: Saturday day hike, test yourself ascending Mt. Adams through the challenging King Ravine and King Ravine headwall and reward yourself to spectacular views descending the Airline Trail, 10.8 miles, 4500 ft elev.gain. Challenging hike with above treeline exposure for well-conditioned hikers. Sunday, leaders' choice. Cost $105 includes 2 nights lodging, 1 dinner, 2 breakfasts. L Charlie Killam (508 252-4349) CL Jim Dunn (294-2520)

Sat Aug 18 Day Hike to Mts. Osceola and East Osceola. 6:30 carpool/start in RI. Moderate paced hike, 8.4 miles, 3000 vertical feet, suitable for those with some mountain hiking experience. We will eat, then drive back to RI that evening. L Fred Griffith ( fffgrif@yahoo.com, 886-0722); CL Susan Warthman.

Sat Aug 18 Jamestown Ride: 28 miles of rolling terrain, with a few hills. Easy intermediate ride, moderate pace. Scenic ocean views and sea breezes. Helmets req’d. L Sid Wax (849-2595 or sid_w@yahoo.com).

Sun Aug 19 New/Prospective Member Walk at 10:30am of approximately 4 easy miles at the beautiful, seaside Colt State Park in Bristol. Bring a friend or family member! Don’t forget your water and snack. L Susan Jones/Membership Committee. Contact shilojones@fctvplus.net to register.

Wed Aug 22 Easy Rider Ride-Pasta Challenge/Rehoboth: Easy to moderate paced ride. The challenge is how to design your sauce and eat as much as you can after the ride. Bill Rush (L for moderate riders), Linda Pease (L for easy riders) call 351-2234 for time and directions.

Wed Aug 22 Hike & Social at Blackstone Blvd. in Providence at 6pm. Hike L Janet Harris For info phone Bob Cilette (529-1611)

Fri-Sun Aug 24-26 Hike the Moats in New Hampshire-spectacular views over to the Presidential range. This 9.3 mile hike is geared for experienced, intermediate hikers. Cost $100 for 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, 1 dinner. L Steve Harrison (270-3363), CL Sue Warthman.

Sun Aug 26 Lincoln /Blackstone Bike Ride, intermediate, 20 miles, some hills through this very scenic neighborhood, plus new bike path section. One rest stop. Helmets req’d. L Herrick Spencer (723-1974), CL Carol Richards.

Tuesday, August 28 Trip Submittal Training: Evening 6:30-10:00pm at CCRI, Warwick Campus in room 0074/0076. By January 1, 2008, all trip listings for the Gazette and Outdoors magazine will be entered through the online trip database. This is an opportunity for leaders and sub-chairs to find answers on how to submit your trips and activities using a computer. Computers and instructors will be available for training. See website for more information. Register with Mike Krabach 333-5350 or mkrabach@efortress.com.

Tues Aug 28 South Rehoboth Ride: 6pm, 18+ miles, moderate bike ride, country roads. Helmets req'd. L Carol Richards (434-8448 or carol_164@joimail.com)

Wed Aug 29 Hike & Social in Jamestown at 6pm. Hike L’s Donna and Richard Chellis. For info phone Bob Cilette (529-1611)

Fri-Mon Aug 31-Mon Sep 3 Labor Day Weekend Backpack, from ME to NH! Hike through Caribou-Speckled Mountain Wilderness to Route 16 in NH. 26.3 miles and 8080 feet elevation over 3 days. Car camp Friday night. Long car spot. Limited to 6 fit and experienced backpackers. Cost $63 for WMNF campground. Reg/w CL Deborah Sepinwall (deborahsepinwall@gmail.com), L Peter Broderick

Wed Sept 5 Hike & Social at Scarborough Beach, Narragansett at 6pm. Hike L Aram Deradorian. For info phone Bob Cilette (529-1611)

Wed Sept 5 East Bay Bike Path Ride: 6pm start, 20+ bike ride along the Bay. L Carol Richards (434-8448 or carol_164@joimail.com)

Fri-Sun Sept 7-9 Annual Trails/Recreational Weekend at Burlingame State Park: Sat.- boardwalk construction trails project, recreation afterwards (swimming or other relaxation) , & evening barbecue. Sun.- 8 mile Gormley trail hike. Free Fri. and Sat. camping, non-campers meet 9am Sat. in Burlingame camping area's main parking lot. All trail maintainers (new & experienced) welcome. Bring gloves, sturdy footwear, water, and lunch. All tools provided. L’s Chris Shafer, Mike Parker, & Maria Earley. Contact Chris (222-2797, ext. 7511 or Christopher.Shafer@dem.ri.gov) and register by Sept. 5 for trails project, camping, and barbeque potluck item. Raindate Sept. 14 –16.

Sat Sept 8 Older Male Members Kayak: Green (Potowomut) River, N. Kingstown, RI. Open to all members with appropriate experience and proper equipment. See details at Click here for details. L Gary Whitney (885-1506), CL Barbara Flagg (487-4376).

Sat Sept 8 Explore the Blue Hills Reservation. Hike areas of the park that you most likely haven’t seen before –and maybe even some old favorites. Hike on varied terrain covering about 8 miles. Hiking boots req’d, bring water, snacks and lunch. L Mike Martin (437-0957 or amchiker@att.net), L Linda Pease (351-2234).

Sat-Sun Sept 8-9 Rock Climbing, Cannon, NH - Advanced multi-pitch. Climbers comfortable on 5.8 routes or better, camp at a local campground. Dinner will be a cost share BBQ. Register with L Brian Phillips (bphillps38@cox.net, 783-0133), CL Tonia Hsieh.

Sun Sept 9 Vin Gormley Trail Hike: join us at 9am for this 8 mile loop annual hike in Burlingame State Park in Charlestown . L’s Maria Earley and Chris Shafer (789-8331 call 7-9pm)

Sun Sept 9 Sea Kayak off Barn Island, CT. Paddle to the beaches at Napatree Point, and Ice Cream stop after. L Mike Krabach (333-5350), CL Bill Rush.

Tues Sept 11 Diamond Hill Ride: leave 6pm, easy/intermediate ride in Cumberland area. Expect hills because nothing is flat in Cumberland. Lights recommended for possible dusk return. L Mike Krabach (333-5350 or mkrabach@efortress.com)

Wed Sept 12 Hike & Social in Lincoln Woods at 6pm. Hike L Janet Harris. For information phone Bob Cilette (529-1611)

Fri-Sun Sept 14-16 Camping/Paddling on Moon Island, Squam Lake, NH: participants should be experienced, proper equipment for camping and kayaking, sea kayak is req’d with airtight bulkheads for keeping your gear dry, have to be self contained w/ minimal contact with the landlubbers stay on shore. Cost $ 35. L Bill Rush call 8-10pm weekdays 941-4983.

Fri-Sun Sep 14-16 Mahoosuc Notch-Boulder Hopping Weekend: Rocks, Rocks, Rocks. Enjoy scrambling and rock-hopping? this hike is for you. Sat, we will ascend the Mahoosuc Trail through the challenging boulder fields of Mahoosuc Notch (8.3 mi, 2400 ft elev gain). Challenging hike for well-conditioned hikers, comfortable on rocks. Sun, leaders' choice. Cost $135 includes 2 nights lodging, 1 dinner, 2 breakfasts. Reg/w CL Tom Grasso (860-928-7017, call Mon-Thu 8-9:30pm), L Charlie Killam (508-252-4349)

Fri–Sun Sept 14-16 Squam Lake, NH: Hike, Paddle, Bike, Yoga: celebrate the last rays of summer on a superb lake. Chose one activity each day: two hikes/day 5 –8 mi; one bike ride 25-40 mi, one paddle (canoes & kayaks available) and swim in NH best water. Happy Hour & Campfire. Cabins w/ plumbing. Rooms for couples. incl. 2 breakfasts, 2 trail lunches, 2 dinners, lodging $130 p/p. Phone to qualify, 7-9pm CL Linda Pease (351-2234), L Jack Schempp (331-4553) or CL Herb Kingsbury(207 439-6449). Mail check, phone and email address w/SASE to J. Schempp, 47 Arbor Dr, Providence, RI 02908.

Sat Sept 15 Kingston - Narragansett - Great Island Ride: (rescheduled to Sept 29) 35 miles. Easy intermediate ride, mostly flat, moderate pace. Helmets req’d. L Sid Wax (849-2595, sid_w@yahoo.com)

Sat Sept 15 Buck Hill Hike, a moderate 5 mile hike in the Northwest corner of RI. We will pass a wildlife marsh, original cellar /house development locations and tri state markers for CT ,RI, and MA. Rain cancels. L John Ross (884-8458)

Sat Sept 15 Easy Paddling on Quaddick Reservoir: enjoy open, flat water paddling, at an easy pace, on this large reservoir, with a variety of scenery, in Connecticut. Call early for boat rentals. L Steve Morra (231-5365).

Wed Sept 19 Hike & Social in Roger Williams Park at 6pm. Hike L Janet Harris. For information phone Bob Cilette (529-1611)

Thur Sept 20 New Member and Prospective Member Potluck Social: 6:30-9:30pm at Cathedral of St. John, 271 North Main St., Providence. New, old, and prospective members welcome. Meet, eat, socialize and learn what the AMC has planned for the upcoming season. Last name: L-Z please bring appetizers to share; A-K please bring desserts. Meet committee leaders and get a feel for what they have to offer. For info contact Mary Bonaventure (mlb448@yahoo.com)

Fri-Sun Sept 21-23 Mt. Jefferson…the hard way, via Six Husbands Trail; 9.4 miles; 4500 ft elev gain. Challenging hike, great rock scrambles, ladders, boulder hops. For fit, experienced hikers only. Stay at Pinkham; includes 2 nights lodging and 2 breakfasts; will eat dinner out. Cost $142. Register by August 21 with CL Joe Piotti (423-0091), L Jim Dunn.

Sat Sept 22 Easy Rider Biking Westport, MA: 22 mostly flat miles on back roads, along marshes, meadows, the Westport River and Horseneck Beach. Helmets req'd. L Steve Morra (231-5365).

Sun Sept 23 Westerly, Watch Hill Ride: 30+ miles starting in Westerly. Rolling terrain w/some hills. Lunch at lighthouse in Watch Hill. Beautiful beachfront communities, at moderate pace. Helmets req'd. L Marcie Madsen (364-6538 or marcie18@att.net)

Wed Sept 26 Hike & Social at Cliff Walk at 6pm. L Bob Cilette (529-1611)

Thur Sept 27 Trails Committee Meeting. (moved to Oct 11) contact Anne at 823-1397 or Marge at 295-7101.

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 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.

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).