The Gansett Gazette

August-September
2016

Chapter Leadership Roster

Fall Gathering 2016

Camp Winaukee Labor Day 3 Day Weekend.
Friday, Sept. 2 - Monday Sept. 5

Register as soon as possible. Please call Linda to register first, 401-351-2234. Then write check to AMC Narragansett Chapter, mail to Linda Pease 130 Sunbury St. Providence, RI 02908, include your email address and phone number. L Linda Pease, reg/w Linda Pease (401-351-2234 evening, linda.pease@cox.net)

AMC's 2016 Photo Contest

Outstanding Volunteer

Wood River Bridge Project, July-Aug, 2015

ACTIVITIES

Update: Experienced kayakers also needed for the Safety Squad during the swim. All details and contacts here.

Volunteers are encouraged to attend our Swim Volunteer Training on Thursday, July 21, 6-7 PM, at 100 Save The Bay Drive in Providence, RI. We will have pizza and go over all the different roles, parking, and more!

We are not limited to these specific work details, but Save the Bay indicated that help was needed in these positions. See http://www.savebay.org/volunteer under the tab "Join an Event", under "Save The Bay Swim: Saturday, August 13 ". Afterwards we will go out for breakfast, take a short hike around Sachuest, then go home for naps. L N. Gregg OBrien (401-473-8132, goh243@aol.com)

Sat., Aug. 13. Arcadia CCC Pavilion Restoration. Arcadia Management Area, RI, Circa 1936, Historic CCC Picnic Pavilion Restoration. Restoration of old post & beam structure. On this first day of on-site work, we will be erecting the primary walls for the Pavilion. Tasks will include lifting large timbers into place, driving bolts, tightening bolts, and driving iron pins. Other work in the area may include brushing and small bridge construction, if we have enough volunteers. Many hands make light work! Come for an "old-fashioned barn-raising". (Additional work days will be scheduled, later in August and September, to do the roof, siding and fireplace repair work. Stay tuned for announcements to come.) BRING: lunch, snacks, drinking water, bug-spray, sunscreen and gloves (we can provide gloves, if needed). Registration required: we need a minimum number of volunteers to execute the tasks. Come for as many or as few hours as you can. RAIN DATE: Sunday, August 14th. ADDITIONAL DETAILS (exact location, meeting place/parking and driving directions) will be provided at time of registration. L Dominic Zachorne (508-776-7638, dzachorne@hotmail.com) CL Kerry Robinson, reg/w Kerry Robinson (ker42@hotmail.com)

Sun., Aug. 14. Sizzling Summer Paddle On The Lower Wood River With BBQ. Paddle this beautiful section leaving from Alton Dam in Hope Valley going as far north as we can (round trip/no car spotting). This is quiet water, very scenic with lots of birds. Upon return, we will have a pot luck BBQ (the sizzle) and social at Janet's home on the river. Quiet water is great for new members, beginners/intro and those who want to escape civilization. Location at 270 Alton Bradford Rd, Wood River Junction, RI. We have limited kayak rentals $8 - call Linda. L Linda Pease (401-351-2234, linda.pease@cox.net) CL Janet Huntley (401-552-7822, moonstone_baby@yahoo.com)

Tue., Aug. 16. Bike Ride Barrington to Providence. 20+ mile ride. Flat, mostly on bike path, at about 11-13 mph pace. Some roads. We'll meet at Barrington Shopping Center (by the bike path, to the right of Shaws) and ride through the Linear Park at the Washington Bridge to Providence and a bit through the East Side before returning to Barrington Bring water and a light, and wear bright clothing, and of course a helmet. Be ready to roll at 5:15 sharp. Early start so we can get back before dark. Probably the last evening ride of the season. L Sidney Wax (401-935-5466, sid_w@yahoo.com)

Tue., Aug. 16. Kayak Rescue Practice. This year we will try Worden Pond which will be warmer than the Bay Campus. Start around 5:30pm, but late arrival OK. Wet exits and rescues to be practiced or any other skill you want to brush up on. Beginners welcome. If you have no kayak, some are available if you request. You will be wet in and out of the water, so if you have a wetsuit, shorty or long, bring it. Come and watch or participate. Short paddle after possible. Contact Mike for questions. L Michael Krabach (401-333-5350, mkrabach@cox.net

Wed., Aug. 17. Hike and Social, Fort Adams. 2 1/2-3 mile hike and we go to dinner. Get off the couch and join us, 6pm. We hiked Ft Adams at sunset in winter. Now let us experience the vibrancy of the fort and Newport Harbor, as we hike along the shore in midsummer. L Thomas Freeman (hotdealtom50@cox.net)

Tue., Aug. 17. Fall Gathering Planning Meeting. Cranston Public Library 6:00pm. Meeting to discuss continued planning for the 2016 Fall Gathering. Information contact is chairperson John Halloran, jfh0901@gmail.com.

Thu., Aug. 18. Full Moon Flatwater Paddle. Launch at Independence Park Boat Ramp, Thames Street, Bristol, RI. Full Moon Paddle through Bristol Harbor to Hog Island. 14' boats or longer, experienced kayakers. Bring snacks, water, bug spray. PFD's and bow and stern lights are required. Flashlights in plastic bags are fine. Heavy cloud cover or thunderstorms cancels. L N Gregg O'Brien (401-473-8132, goh243@aol.com) CL Jean Jungman-Josephson (401-243-4417, kayakjm@yahoo.com) CL Sandra Barber

Sun., Aug. 21. Save the Bay Conservation Paddle. Departing from Passeonquis Cove in Warwick to historic Pawtuxet Cove, then to lunch spot on Save the Bay headquarter's back deck for glorious views of upper bay. 8 mi round trip. Sea kayaks preferred. Smaller kayaks OK if good weather. Launch at Passeonquis Fishing Access, Warwick, RI. L Linda Pease (401-351-2234, linda.pease@cox.net) CL Bill Rush (whr0316@msn.com)

Sun., Aug. 21. Step by Step Series Hike: Mt. Welch and Mt. Dickey, Thornton, NH. Step by Step hike but others welcome. Enjoy a moderate day hike in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with a bit of everything from views to some scrambling on a beautiful trail. 4.5 Miles and 1800 vertical feet of climbing. Pace will be moderate and accommodating to the slowest hikers in the group. There will be an instructional component to this hike (specifics will be sent out prior to registration). Carpool from Northern RI (donation to drivers). Dine out on drive home, and a rest stop and break for a quick bite to eat on drive up. Lunch on the trail. L Kerri Green (kegreslp@gmail.com) CL John Stevens (401-487-2629 7-9PM Sun, Tues, Thurs. jstevens184@gmail.com)

Tue., Aug. 23. Kayak Rescue Practice. This year we will try Worden Pond which will be warmer than the Bay Campus. Start around 5:30pm, but late arrival OK. Wet exits and rescues to be practiced or any other skill you want to brush up on. Beginners welcome. If you have no kayak, some are available if you request. You will be wet in and out of the water, so if you have a wetsuit, shorty or long, bring it. Come and watch or participate. Short paddle after possible. Contact Mike for questions. L Michael Krabach (401-333-5350, mkrabach@cox.net)

Wed., Aug. 24. Hike and Social, Barrington, RI. Hike through the Doug Rayner Wildlife Refuge. This area is noted for the nesting of the endangered Diamondback Terrapins. Bring plenty of bug spray, water, comfortable walking shoes for uneven terrain. We will go out to eat after. The Doug Rayner Wildlife Preserve is approximately 1/2 mile past the Four Town Farm Vegetable Stand on George Street, Barrington, RI. L N. Gregg OBrien (401-473-8132, goh243@aol.com) CL Cindy Benevides (401-247-1970, cindyben@fullchannel.net)

Sat., Aug. 27. Battleship Cove Sea Kayaking trip. Kayak over to view and paddle around WWII warships in Battleship Cove, leaving from Kickamuit River. Launch at 10am. Get to view the impressive size of the Battleship Massachusetts, see a submarine up close and paddle in and around the ships. This is an open water crossing on Mt Hope Bay, passing the Brayton Power Station and under the Braga Bridge. Bring lunch and usual safety gear. L Michael Krabach (401-333-5350, mkrabach@cox.net)

Sun., Aug. 28. Arcadia CCC Pavilion Restoration. Day 2 of Restoration of old post & beam structure, Sunday, work from 9 am - 3 pm. On this second day of on-site work, we will be continuing with light carpentry work on the Pavilion. Tasks will include lifting smaller timbers into place and fastening; a bit of clapboarding and framing work and some disassembling and re-assembling of old walls. Other work in the area may include brushing and stonework, if we have enough volunteers. Many hands make light work! Come, leave your mark on history! (Additional work days will be scheduled, later in September, to do the roof, rest of siding and fireplace repair work. Stay tuned for announcements to come.) BRING: lunch, snacks, plenty of drinking water, bug-spray, sunscreen and gloves (we can provide gloves, if needed). Registration required: we need a minimum number of volunteers to execute the tasks. Come for as many or as few hours as you can. ADDITIONAL DETAILS (exact location, meeting place/parking and driving directions) will be provided at time of registration. L Dominic Zachorne (508-776-7638, dzachorne@hotmail.com) CL Kerry Robinson, reg/w Kerry Robinson (ker42@hotmail.com)

Wed., Aug. 31. Hike and Social, Narragansett. 2 1/2-3 mile hike and we go to dinner. Get off the couch and join us. Meet at the courtyard by the Narragansett Towers near the Coast Guard House. Leave at 6:00 pm sharp. We have walked on the beach and around the town. This week we will do something different, and explore woods or farmland right here in Narragansett. L Susan Boland (401-788-3534, sboland3@verizon.net)

Fri., Sep. 2-5. Multi Activity, Camp Winaukee Labor Day 3 Day Weekend. (Registation is Open) Hike, bike and paddle Lake Winnipesaukee, intermediate & easier activities each day. Paddle Lake Winnipesaukee, hike the Sandwich Range for grand views, bike scenic roads. Comfortable lakeside cabins w/plumbing & pvt. rooms for couples. All cabins on the water. Relax & enjoy last rays of summer on quiet northeast section of the lake. Choice of regular or veggie meals. Fee $211 members and non-members, inlcudes 3 nights lodging, 3 dinners, 3 box lunches, 3 breakfasts. Please contact and register with Linda Pease (401-351-2234 evenings, linda.pease@cox.net). After registering make check out to AMC Narragansett Chapter, mail to Linda Pease, 130 Sunbury St, Providence, RI 02908. Include your email address and phone number so final information can be emailed to you.

Wed., Sep. 7. Hike and Social - Warren. Meet at Water St. and Luther St. baseball field parking lot. 2 1/2 - 3 mile hike and we go to dinner. Get off the couch and join us. Easy walk along Water Street with its parks , sidewalks for viewing of the many interesting window displays and the river. L Thomas Freeman (401-338-2250, hotdealtom50@cox.net)

Sat., Sep. 10. Boston Harbor - Advanced Sea Kayak Trip. Launch from Morrissey Ave. beach. Paddle to Spectacle Island for lunch. Then on to Georges Island where we visit Fort Warren. This is for intermediate sea kayakers. The route is about 14 miles. It is sure to include busy channel crossings and bumpy confused water. Bring a lunch, and the usual equipment, obviously including a PFD. L Michael Krabach (401-333-5350, mkrabach@cox.net)

Sat., Sep. 10. Mt. Oseola day hike. We will hike Mount Osceola (4,315). Mount East Osceola (4,156)is optional. Both are in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. (8.4 miles r.t., 2,950 feet elev. gain). We will approach via the Mt. Osceola Trail on Tripoli Road. Moderate to strenuous hike designed for hikers who have participated in the Step By Step hikes and those with experience hiking in the mountains. Pace will be moderate, book time is 6 hours and 40 minutes round trip. We will arrange a carpool from RI for the day. Total drive time 3.5 hours one way. L Sue Warthman (401-536-7526, susanwarthman@gmail.com) CL Mary Fasano , reg/w Mary Fasano (401-649-0825 5 - 9 PM, marypatroy@hotmail.com)

Sun., Sep. 11. Slocum River Paddle. Meet at 54 Horseneck Road, South Dartmouth, MA. This is a lovely paddle on the beautiful Slocum River down to Demarist Lloyd State Park's open water. The plan is to do a car shuttle down to the park so that we will have more time to explore the Little River and Barney's Joy. Wind and seas could curtail this. 14' boats or longer. PFD's and all safety gear required. Bring lunch, plenty of water, sunscreen, insect repellant. Rain or thunderstorms cancel. L N Gregg O'Brien (401-473-8132, goh243@aol.com) CL William Hahn (bhahn02835@yahoo.com) CL Sandra Barber

Sun., Sep. 11. Arcadia CCC Pavilion Restoration, Arcadia Management Area, Rhode Island. Arcadia CCC Pavilion Restoration, Circa 1936, - Day 3 of Restoration of old post & beam structure, On this third day of on-site work, we will be continuing with moderate to light carpentry work on the Pavilion. Tasks will include setting the ridgepole into place along with the primary rafters that will create the roof trusses & filling in some of the common rafters; continuing with clapboarding work and some disassembling and re-assembling of old interior benches. Other work in the area may include brushing and general beautification efforts of the grounds. Many hands make light work! Come, leave your mark on history, helping to preserve this historical CCC Recreation Area! (Additional work days will be scheduled, later in September & October to do the roofing, rest of the clapboarding and fireplace repair work. Stay tuned for announcements to come.) BRING: lunch, snacks, plenty of drinking water, bug-spray, sunscreen and gloves (we can provide gloves, if needed). Registration required: we need a minimum number of volunteers to execute the tasks. Come for as many or as few hours as you can. ADDITIONAL DETAILS (exact location, meeting place/parking and driving directions) will be provided at time of registration. L Dominic Zachorne (508-776-7638, dzachorne@hotmail.com) CL Kerry Robinson, reg/w Kerry Robinson (ker42@hotmail.com)

Wed., Sep. 14. Hike/Social Carter Preserve, Charlestown. Brisk 3 mile hike in this beautiful Nature Conservancy preserve. More of a hike than a walk but sneakers are ok. Bring water. Go out to a local quaint diner after. Limited to 10 for dinner. NOTE prompt 5:30 start. Meet at Old Mill entrance NOT the Rte 112 entrance. L Marcie Madsen (401-364-6538, marciem18@verizon.net)

Fri., Sep. 16-18. South and Middle Moat Mtns. & Black Mtn. Weekend. Enjoy sweeping mountain views and group camaraderie on these moderate hikes. These hikes are a good fit for those with some prior mountain hiking experience, or for those who have participated in our Step-by-Step series. The hikes include South and Middle Moat Mtns., which feature open ledges with views for much of the route, including 360 degree views from the summits (6.2 miles, 2350' elevation gain). Our Sunday hike will be Black Mtn., a seldom visited peak with outstanding views (3.6 miles, 1350' elevation gain). $83.00 includes 2 nights lodging at the Notch Hostel in North Woodstock. We'll eat out as a group in area restaurants. Space is limited, register early. L Sean Buckley, CL John Stevens (stevens.john.m@cox.net), reg/w Sean Buckley (860-942-0334 5PM - 8:30PM, sean.buckley1@mac.com)

Sat., Sep. 17-18. Rock Climbing, Cathedral and Whitehorse Ledges, NH. Climbers comfortable on 5.7 routes or better. Participation determined by the number of leaders to seconds, stay at ski club, dinner Saturday cost-share pizza. Reg/w leader to get specific trip information. Additional info: www.climbri.org L Kevin Sweeney (203-520-9546, sween8704@yahoo.com) CL Ashley Stoehr (ashley.stoehr@gmail.com)

Wed., Sep. 21. Hike and Social, Ryan's Park, N.Kingstown. 6:00 PM start, We will hike around the Ryan's Park ponds now in full bloom with Lilly pads and flowers. a hour and quarter hike. Directions to Ryan's park. Take Rt. 4 from north or south. Take Oak Hill Rd. Take a left turn at a traffic light headed south a right headed north. Look for the (second Ryan's Park sign) coming up on your left. Reg not required. L Herrick Spencer (401-723-1974 anytime, spencer295@cox.net)

Sat., Sep. 24. Hike with Dogs, DuVal Trail, Perryville. We will hike the DuVal Trail, a 2.4 mile trail that is a part of the South Kingston Land Trust. DuVal is a moderate hike with some hills. The hike includes a road crossing and hike up to a vista that offers sweeping views of the ocean and a view of Block Island when visibility allows. The dogs get plenty of exercise on this one. Please join us. Registration is required. If this is your first time hiking with us, we will ask you to share some info about your dog as part of the registration process. L Paul Wynn, CL Mary Hodess, reg/w Paul Wynn (wynnpw1@yahoo.com)

Sun., Sep. 25. SPECIAL NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY ACTIVITY: Historic CCC Picnic Pavilion Restoration; Arcadia Management Area, Rhode Island, Arcadia Management Area, West Greenwich, Rhode Island. UNIQUE NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITY, Arcadia Management Area, Rhode Island: CIRCA 1936, HISTORIC CCC PICNIC PAVILION RESTORATION - Day 4 of Restoration of old post & beam structure, Come, celebrate the gift of our Public Lands at this historic CCC Recreation Area, giving back, so future generations may enjoy our efforts and the important work of those who toiled before us! In preparation for celebrating the Pavilion's 80th birthday, on this fourth day of on-site work, we will be nearing the completion of this historic restoration project, with moderate to light carpentry & finish work. Tasks may include any carry-over work from previous work-days, along with putting up the roofing board, asphalt paper & shingles; continuing with clapboarding work, adding trim boards, interior boarding & paint. Other work in the area may include brushing, light trail maintenance, stonework, clearing debris and general beautification efforts of the grounds. Many hands make light work! Come, leave your mark on history & Celebrate our National Public Lands, helping to preserve this Historic CCC Recreation Area! (Final work days will be scheduled in October, for any finishing touches or carry-over work. Stay tuned for those announcements to come.) ** If we get enough volunteers for this date, and the preceding work-day (Sep. 11th), we may have the potential to complete the building on this day! ** BRING: lunch, snacks, plenty of drinking water, bug-spray, sunscreen and gloves (we can provide gloves, if needed). Registration required: we need a minimum number of volunteers to execute the tasks. Come for as many or as few hours as you can. ADDITIONAL DETAILS (exact location, meeting place/parking and driving directions) will be provided at time of registration. L Dominic Zachorne (508-776-7638, dzachorne@hotmail.com) CL Kerry Robinson, reg/w Kerry Robinson (ker42@hotmail.com)

Wed., Sep. 28. Hike and Social - Newport - Ballard Park. 2 1/2-3 mile walk and we'll go out to dinner. Get off the couch and join us. Wooded trails and shore birds in Newport! 6 pm, Rogers High School, Wickham Rd. See a beautiful sunset, but bring a flashlight as this hike will continue after sunset. L Sidney Wax (401-849-2595, sid_w@yahoo.com)

Fri., Sep. 30-Oct. 2. Killington Ridge Traverse, Mt Killington, Vermont. (Trip Full) Hike the Mt Killington ridge in Vermont to a NE 4000'er and a NE 100 highest (Mt Killington and Pico Peak). Approximately 10.5 miles at a reasonable pace. Cost $45.00, includes 2 nights lodging and 2 breakfasts at a local ski lodge. Saturday dinner at a local brew pub (not included). L Elise Hedglen, CL Margie Parsons, reg/w Elise Hedglen (ehedglen@yahoo.com)

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