ASIAN
American
OUTDOORS
Organization
Boston Chapter
www.asianoutdoors.org
Fall Hike
Mt. Major, NH
October 22nd
2005
Saturday
Hike to Mt. Major in New Hampshire
A 3.0 mile round trip hike to Mt. Major in NH for the fall foliage.
Date: Saturday, October 22nd, 2005
Location: 11:30am Mt. Major Parking lot. We will leave promptly at 11:45 so don't be late!
RSVP: Wednesday October 19th, 2005
Time for our Annual Fall Foliage hiking trip. This should be a relatively easy hike and we should be near peak foliage at this time.
Here are some excerpts from the Hiker's Guide to the Mounts of NH:
This is a popular, exciting hike to an open summit with sweeping views of Lake Winnipesaukee, central New Hampshire and into Maine. Although it is a short hike and popular with families, the mountain is quite steep with a couple of spots some hikers may find a little difficult. At the outset the trail coincides with a jeep road, branches off it and returns to it. After a brief level section, the trail departs left from the jeep road and climbs steadily to the summit. Rock slabs are ascended and views of the lake begin to open up. Therea are a few very short sections that require extra caution, especially on the descent and with small children. The wide open summitt area is spectacular and the old stone enclosure will provide relief from the cooling breeze. Take the same route back down.
Directions: Take 93N to exit 20 in NH. Follow Route 3 to NH 11. The trailhead parking is on NH 11. Driving time is approx. 2.0-2.5 hours from Boston. RSVP for further directions.
Transportation is the responsibility of the individual, however we will do our best to accommodate you. Please let me know if you need a ride or can take passengers and where you will be coming from. Suggested carpool fee is $12, payable directly to the driver.
Stuff to bring:
Backpack
Lunch
2+ liters (64oz+) of water/gatorade, energy snacks
Hiking boots, camera, sunscreen, sunglasses, extra socks, gloves
Extra layers like a sweater/sweatshirt
Wear polyester blend clothing or other wicking clothing.
NO Cotton! (Once it gets wet from sweat, it won't dry and you'll be cold.)
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Beginner hikers should refer to these hiking
tips.