Let's Go on a Hike - Ponkapoag Pond Loop

Let's Go on a Hike - Ponkapoag Pond Loop

Date: Sunday, June 26th

Time: 1:00/1:30 PM

Location: Fisherman’s Beach Parking Lot next to Temple Beth David on Randolph Street, Canton, MA

Lace up your boots - The Let's Go Hiking Series is back!

Join Randolph Intergenerational Community Center (RICC) and Randolph Mass in Motion for a collaborative hiking series! Explore the beauty of Randolph and surrounding towns with through a series of afternoon hikes taking place between May 2024 and August 2024.

What to expect:

Beautiful scenery: Immerse yourself in the fresh air and discover hidden gems along the way.

Varied difficulty: Choose hikes that suit your experience level, from beginner-friendly to moderate distances, challenges.

Family Fun: These free hikes are open to anyone ages 10+ (kids must be accompanied by parents or guardians at all times)

Community fun: Meet other walkers, hikers and explore nature together. We encourage you to invite your friends, co-workers, partners, family, etc. to join us too!

We continue our series on Sunday, June 9, 2024 around the Ponkapoag Pond (loop)
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Donovan Elementary School on 123 Reed St. Randolph, MA 02368

Trail details - Meadow Rd, Pasture Rd, Pequimmit, Smith, and Wannamanhut Path Trail

Our 6.8 mileloop trail in Canton, MA . The trail loops through the forest and around Ponkapoag Pond. At one point we will pass the Ponkapoag Camp that is operated by the Appalachian Mountain Club. Generally this hike is considered an easy route, which takes an average of 2 hrs 15+ minutes to complete.

We will walk through rocky and possibly muddy areas on this trail. There may also be *surprises* left behind by the horses nearby.

Please arrive on time, there will be a short introduction and stretch before we begin.

Make sure to bring water and we'll provide tasty snacks to keep you fueled on the trail.

In addition to bringing water, don't forget sunscreen and bug spray!

We recommend wearing proper hiking attire for a comfortable and safe experience on the trails. Think sturdy shoes or boots with good traction, breathable clothing that suits the weather, maybe a hat or sunglasses for sun protection.

Important Note: We are experienced hikers, but we are not a certified guides. Participants are responsible for their own safety and well-being.

Weather updates: Keep an eye on your email! In the case of rain, we'll cancel the hike for everyone's safety.
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Hiking schedule:
Sunday, June 9th - Ponkapoag Pond Loop (6.8 miles | 2 hours 30+ minutes)
Time: 1:00-3:30 PM
Location: Fisherman's Beach Parking Lot next to Temple Beth David on Randolph Street

Sunday, July 14th - Wolcott Path Loop (Green Dot) (2.2 miles | 1 hour 5+ minutes)
Time: 1:00-3:30 PM
Location: Blue Hills Trailside Museum Parking Lot on 1904 Canton Ave, Milton, MA 02186

Sunday, August 11th - Blue Hills - Skyline Trail (Green Dot) (3.3 miles | 1 hour 15+ minutes)
Time: 1:00-3:30 PM
Location: Shea Memorial Rink on 651 Willard Street, Quincy, MA 02169
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Ready to join the adventure?
Register today through Eventbrite or MyRec: bit.ly/4ddOLjg

This community adventure is brought to you by the Randolph Intergenerational Community Center & Randolph Mass in Motion.

For questions or help with registration, feel free to email Kim at ktheodore@randolph-ma.gov or Christine at ctangishaka@randolph-ma.gov

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For updates and future events: www.randolphicc.com