This moderate hike will begin from the trailhead on Ploutz Road, which is off the Mill Brook Road. We’ll cover 4.5 miles roundtrip to the summit and back, with 1200’ in elevation gain. Fit beginners welcome. We’ll hike at a moderate pace: about 1 to 1.5 miles per hour. Hikers need to bring lunch/ food, water/ sports drink, rain gear, sturdy hiking shoes, hiking poles (optional), and extra clothing layers.

This hike is limited to 12 people, and registration is required by November 7. To register, contact Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com Please include your cell number in your registration request. Dogs are permitted with the permission of the event leader. Note, meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about two to four days before the hike. Also note, hunting season is in effect, so hikers need to wear bright orange.

Note, Ploutz Rd may not be well maintained beyond the last house. We will meet at 8am in the Dry Brook Ridge parking area on Mill Brook Rd. Google Maps link and GPS coordinates:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Lcr6qGuExqZziPjw5
42.070237, -74.573871