The Gansett Gazette

June-July
2015

Chapter Leadership Roster

Fall Gathering 2016
(yes, 2016)

ACTIVITIES

Sat., Jun. 27. Buzzards Bay Brewery Ride. (full) 30-mile, relatively flat ride through scenic Westport and Dartmouth. Intermediate level at 12+ mph, with few stops. 10:00 am SHARP start. Please arrive a few minutes early with bikes ready to roll. Picnic at brewery after ride. L Larry Rollins (774-264-9430 6-9PM, larry_rollins@outlook.com) CL Sue Rollins

Sat., Jun. 27. Dog hike- Sprague Farm, Chepachet. (new) Easy trails in beautiful area. L Russ Miller (grmiller01@msn.com) CL Paul Wynn, Mary and Paul Hodess.

Sat., Jun. 27. Breakheart Trail hike. (new) This is a 6.5 mile trail following the route recommended by Ken Weber (#17) that begins by the fish ladder, skirts URI's W. Alton Jones campus, the old Beach Pond Camp, and the private E-Hun-Tee wilderness camp as we walk through dense forest and cross brooks. ONLY REGISTERED HIKERS WILL BE ALLOWED TO JOIN. Not for beginners. Bring 1.5 liters of water and lunch/snacks (even if you ate breakfast). 3.5 hours. L Karen Paley, CL Liz Kroll (lizkroll@verizon.net), reg/w Karen Paley (401-714-3569 before 8 p.m., ksurman1@cox.net)

Sun., Jun. 28. Hike Tillinghast, West Greenwich. (new) 6-7 miles through a beautiful Nature Conservancy property. Some ups and downs with views of Tillinghast Pond. Moderate to fast pace. Bring plenty of water, snacks and/or lunch. L Pam Hill (401-295-7586, pjsh40@aol.com) CL Kim Pepas, reg/w Kim Pepas (ppepas8@comcast.net)

Wed., Jul. 1. Full moon paddle, 100 Acre Cove. Full moon paddle on 100 Acre Cove in Barrington for intermediate paddlers. Bring water, bug spray and bow and stern lights (flashlights in plastic bags are fine) or head lamp-2 required. PFD's required. Launch at 7:00pm. L N Gregg O'Brien (401-473-8132, goh243@aol.com) CL Sandi Barber (sandiclaws11@verizon.net)

Wed., Jul. 1. Trail/Stewardship Narragansett Trail. (canceled) Light trail brushing on Narragansett Trail - continue work started on National Trails Day - short day. L Maria Earley (xswampy50@gmail.com)

Wed., Jul. 1. Hike and Social - Aquidneck Land Trust Sakonnet Greenway, Portsmouth. (new) We'll hike 2 1/2-3 miles or so and then out to dinner together. Get off the couch and join us. The Aquidneck Land Trust property in all has about 10 miles of trails, and today we will explore the northern portion, beginning by the polo fields in Portsmouth. Meet at the Glen, on Linden Lane off of East Main Road. Leave 6:00. You might want to bring insect repellant as we will be walking on wooded trails and grassy fields. L Mary Alice Smith (401-851-6906, maryalicesmith4@gmail.com)

Sat., Jul. 4. Mt. Tom/Escoheag Trail hike. (full) We will start our approximately 7-mile hike off of Rt 165, ascend to the rocky ledges of Mt. Tom, and return via the Escoheag Trail (or maybe the other way!) May involve car spotting. Wear sturdy boots and bring at least 1.5 liters of water and snacks (even if you ate a good breakfast). Start at 9:00am, hope to finish by 1:00pm. Rain cancels. L Karen Paley, L Maria Earley (momearley@netzero.com), reg/w Karen Paley (401-714-3569 before 8 pm, ksurman1@cox.net)

Sun., Jul. 5. Hike Tillinghast trails. (new) Rescheduled from June 28. 6-7 miles through a beautiful Nature Conservancy property. Some ups and downs at moderate/fast pace. Views around Tillinghast Pond. Bring plenty of water, snacks and/or lunch. L Pam Hill (401-295-7586, pjsh40@aol.com) CL Kim Pepas, reg/w Kim Pepas (ppepas8@comcast.net)

Tue., Jul. 7. Kayak Rescue Practice. At Tucker Pond in S. Kingston. Start around 5:30pm, but late arrival OK. Wet exits and rescues to be practiced. Water may be cool 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)

Tue., Jul. 7. Bike - Kingston to Beach and back. (new) 20 mile ride, comfortable pace, about 11-13 mph. No hills, but there is a bit of "sneaky" elevation change. We'll ride from the train Kingston train station to the beach and back, on the bike path and some roads. Be ready to roll by 5:45. Wear bright clothes, of course a mandatory helmet, and water. We should get back well before dusk, but bring a light just in case. L Sidney Wax (401-935-5466, sid_w@yahoo.com)

Wed., Jul. 8. Hike and Social - Providence. (new) We will pick out home plate for the "maybe" Pawsocks Waterfront Stadium and also scout for other locations from India & Prospect Parks. A 2 mile walk. Starting at 6:00pm. Directions to meet at the kiosk on south Water St.: Coming from 95 south take exit 20 to I95 east. Next take exit 2 (India & Gano Streets) Make a right after the exit, continue driving to and under the over pass, and through the light into South Main. Look for a string of yellow buildings on your left. At the end of them make a left turn on either Planet or Packet streets. and another left onto Water St. If coming from 195 east take South Main St. exit. L Herrick Spencer (401-723-1974 anytime, spencer295@cox.net)

Sat., Jul. 11-12. 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. L Peter Barlow (860-675-3772, freeeclimb@aol.com) CL Joe Vaglio (jvvaglio@gmail.com)

Sat., Jul. 11. Burlingame State Park hike, Charlestown. 8-10 miles hike of a new Sam C. trail and Vin Gormley trail. Sam C. is somewhat of a challenge hike with many rocks to hike over and around, many ups and downs, and exposed roots. This is not a beginner's hike, and it is limited to a small group. Moderate pace app. 2 miles per hour. Need good hiking boots or hiking shoes, lunch, water, snacks, and dress accordingly. Rain will cancel the hike. L Maria Earley (xswampy50@gmail.com)

Sat., Jul. 11. Annual Roger Williams Paddle. This is a NON-AMC event. The paddle starts in East Providence which was part of Mass in colonial times and follows Roger's path to RI. One portage on the way out of Omega Pond then the trail goes around Bold Point into Water Place Park. There will be a talk by Ranger and historian John McNiff at the National Roger Williams Memorial and a gastronomical feast of seafood and other delicacies enjoyed by colonial Rhode Islanders all for $10. This event is sponsored by the Ten Mile River Watershed Assoc. Register for this event by emailing ktggroup@aol.com. L Steve Harrington (401-44-3409, sjhep1@hotmail.com)

Sat., Jul. 11. N. Kingstown/ Narragansett Bike Ride. (new) 35 mile ride through scenic fields, woods and some beachfront. Bring lunch/ snacks/ SUFFICIENT water and we'll stop along Narrow River. Moderate difficulty with one steep hill. Moderate paced ride w/ending 13 mph average. Helmets req'd. start 10:00. L Nancy Baker (401-737-3052 morning, Friday evening, nancybaker654@gmail.com)

Sat., Jul. 11. Wood River Bridge Project. (new) Assist in unloading bridging materials from delivery truck and other tasks, as first phase of bridge assembly/construction ongoing process. L Roy Benoit (royco102@verizon.net)

Tues., Jul. 14. Kayak Rescue Practice. (canceled) At Tucker Pond in S. Kingston. Start around 5:30pm, but late arrival OK. Wet exits and rescues to be practiced. Water may be cool 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., Jul. 15. Pasta Challenge/Rehoboth Bike Ride. (new) Scenic rural biking. Two rides start/end at Hillside Country Club. One easy, length varies, one intermediate pace, 21 miles. Pasta afterward. 6pm sharp start. Helmets req'd. Reg with Linda. L Linda Pease, L Bill Rush (whr0316@msn.com), reg/w Linda Pease (401-351-2234, linda.pease@cox.net)

Wed., Jul. 15. Hike/Social Ninigret Wildlife Refuge, Charlestown. (new) 4 mile brisk paced walk in this lovely National Wildlife Refuge in Charlestown. Meet at the West entrance off Rte 1. Get off the couch, do a short walk then out to dinner in a local eatery. 6:00 SHARP start. Don't forget bug spray and a bit of water. Please be sure to contact leader if you are attending. L Marcie Madsen (marciem18@verizon.net)

Fri., Jul. 17. Parker Woodland hike. (new) Parker Woodland, Coventry, RI. Moderate paced 7 mile hike in beautiful landscape with some ups and downs. Hiking boots recommended. Bring lots of water and snack. L Kerri Green (kegreslp@gmail.com) CL Carol Baldwin

Sat., Jul. 18. Battleship Cove Sea Kayaking trip. (canceled) Kayak over to view and paddle around WWII warships in Battleship Cove, leaving from Kickamuit River. Launch at 10am. This is an open water crossing on Mt Hope Bay. L Michael Krabach (401-333-5350, mkrabach@cox.net) CL Nancy Eaton (n.eaton08@gmail.com)

Sat., Jul. 18. W.Greenwich/ Exeter/ Richmond Bike Ride. (new) 30 mile intermediate ride through Arcadia Management Area's towns, 13 mph avg. pace. PLEASE bring sufficient water and snacks for a warm weather, 30 mile ride. Lunch stop at watershed. 10:00 start. Woods and scenic villages alternate with rolling main roads. Helmets required. Call or email leader for start location. L Theodore Bell (401-615-5348 after 5:00 PM, tcbell1@cox.net) CL Richards, Carol (401-523-4062 after five, carol_164@cox.net)

Sat., Jul. 18. Wood River Bridge Construction. (new) Assist on bridge construction; no experience needed. L Roy Benoit (royco102@verizon.net)

Sun., Jul. 19. Sizzling Summer Paddle On The Lower Wood River With BBQ. (new) 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 lot's 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. We have limited kayak rentals $8 - call Linda. L Linda Pease (401-351-2234, linda.pease@cox.net) L Janet Huntley (401-552-7822, moonstone_baby@yahoo.com)

Sun., Jul. 19. Wickaboxet Management Area hike. (new) 5 miles through a beautiful Nature Conservancy property in West Greenwich, RI. Some ups and downs at a moderate/fast pace. Bring plenty of water, snacks, and/or lunch. Rain cancels. L Kim Pepas, CL Kerri Green (kegreslp@gmail.com), reg/w Kim Pepas (860-886-1710 before 8pm, ppepas8@comcast.net)

Tue., Jul. 21. Newport bike ride. (new) Leave 5:30 pm sharp, with bikes ready to go. Meet at Rogers HS. We'll ride around Ocean Drive and out to beach, about 20-25mi. Rolling terrain. 11-13 mph pace. Helmets req'd. Bring water, light. Wear bright clothing. L Sidney Wax (401-849-2595, sid_w@yahoo.com)

Wed., Jul. 22. Kayak Rescue Practice. (canceled) At URI Bay Campus or Tucker Pond in S. Kingston. Start around 5:30pm, but late arrival OK. Wet exits and rescues to be practiced. Water may be cool 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)

Fri., Jul. 24-26. Mt. Moriah Weekend. Great views from a 4000 footer (10 mi. r.t., 3200 ft elev. gain) An intermediate level trip for participants with previous White Mountain hiking experience. Sunday hike will be leaders' choice. Cost is $100 and includes 2 nights lodging at ski lodge, plus 2 brkfs & 1 dinner. Register and payment with Bob Janus (L) by 7/20/15 . L Robert Janus, CL Sue Warthman , reg/w Bob Janus (janus68@cox.net)

Fri., Jul. 24-25/26. Berkshires hiking and entertainment weekend. (new) Join AMC members for Friday afternoon moderate hike at Pittsfield State Forest and/or for Sat. morning challenging hike at Mt. Greylock. Also the option to join us for Friday evening symphony concert at Tanglewood. Overnight accommodations options for Friday and/or Saturday night include camping at Pittsfield State Forest or staying at Bascom lodge. Individuals will make their own accommodation reservations. Contact Chris Shafer for further details on Fri. hike and concert and overnight accommodations. Contact John Stevens for details on Sat. hike. L Christopher Shafer (401-789-8331 7 PM - 9 PM, christopher.shafer@dem.ri.gov) L John Stevens (401-487-2629 7-9 PM weeknights, jstevens184@gmail.com)

Tue., Jul. 28. Kayak Rescue Practice. At URI Bay Campus or Tucker Pond in S. Kingston. Start around 5:30pm, but late arrival OK. Wet exits and rescues to be practiced. Water may be cool 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)

Thu., Jul. 30. Hike and Social - Portsmouth - Melville Ponds (THURSDAY). (new) Wednesday comes on Thursday this week. 3 mile hike and we go to dinner... Get off the couch and join us. This week we will hike in the Melville Pond Nature Preserve in Portsmouth RI, an undiscovered gem, with 5 marked marked trails, and walking access to Narragansett Bay, through the woods, and around the pond. Remember your bug spray, and watch out for poison ivy. Directions: Follow signs to Melville Ponds Campground, 181 Bradford Ave. Portsmouth, RI (off of Rte 114). At the campground the road T's take a left and then a right (it will look like you are turning into a field) and follow the road to the parking lot on your right.
Melville Ponds info: http://www.melvilleponds.org/hiking.htm
Melville Ponds directions: https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=zNj_hlEtIK-M.kSLvH8YD7j7Q
L Sidney Wax (401-849-2595, sid_w@yahoo.com) CL Debra Huntington, reg/w Debra Huntington (401-368-6574, ddhuntington@gmail.com)

Fri., Jul. 31. Full moon paddle, Kickamuit River. Full moon paddle on Kickamuit River in Bristol for intermediate paddlers. Bring water, bug spray and bow and stern lights (flashlights in plastic bags are fine) or head lamp-2 required. PFD's required. Launch at 7:00pm. L Gregg O'Brien. CL Jean Marie Josephson (kayakjmj@yahoo.com), reg/w Gregg O'Brien (401-473-8132, Goh243@aol.com)

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