Hiking

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The Top Ten Picnic Destinations in New England

This is our staff picks of the best places for a picnic in New England – here you’ll find views, activities and atmosphere to take a packed lunch and enjoy.

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Outdoor & Theme Attractions in the Pioneer Valley Region

The Pioneer Valley hugs the Connecticut River in Massachusetts and is a popular destination for outdoor activities and theme attractions around Springfield.

19Nov2011 | | 2 comments | Continued
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Museum & Historic Destinations in the Pioneer Valley Region

The Pioneer Valley hugs the Connecticut River in Massachusetts and is a popular destination for unique museums and historic attractions around Springfield.

11Nov2011 | | 2 comments | Continued
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10 Favorite Things to Do in a New England Fall – Part I

Here is information about 10 popular activities to do for a New England fall foliage getaway – scenic drives, fairs and festivals, train rides and more.

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Hiking on a Vermont Vacation in the Green Mountains

The Green Mountains of Vermont and their hiking trails offer wonderful recreational walks for causal and serious hiker – here’s a detailed look at hikes.

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Hiking on a New Hampshire Vacation – Monadnock to Washington

New Hampshire hikes include some of the best trails in New England – from Mount Monadnock to the challenging hikes of Mount Washington – read them here.

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Hiking on a Massachusetts Vacation or Getaway

Massachusetts offers many different types of hikes on vacations – from the highest peaks in the Berkshires to hills overlooking downtown Boston – more here.

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Hiking on a Maine Vacation on the Coast and in the Mountains

Hiking in Maine can be a family hike in Acadia National Park to strenuous hiking through the rugged Maine interior woods and wilderness – here’s a guide.

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Hiking on a Connecticut Vacation in Litchfield Hills

Connecticut hiking is focused mainly in the Litchfield Hills where the Appalachian Trail winds through to Massachusetts – here are popular hikes in area.

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The New England Mountains – Northern Ranges

The Appalachian Trial and Long Trail runs through the mountain peaks of northern New England – here we discuss hikes and walks in Green and White Mountains.

21May2011 | | 1 comment | Continued
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The New England Mountains – Southern Ranges

The Appalachian Trial runs through the hills and mountain peaks of southern New England – here we discuss hikes and walks in Litchfield Hills & Berkshires.

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The Race Brook Trail at Mount Everett in the Berkshires

The Race Brook Trail to the summit of Mount Everett in the Berkshires is not an easy climb but the views are worth the effort. Here’s a trail description.

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Bear Mountain Hike in the Litchfield Hills of Connecticut

Bear Mountain is on the Appalachian Trail in Connecticut in the Litchfield Hills region and this is Michael DiGioia’s hiking story to the summit.

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Buying a Large Camping Tent Just Got Easier

When it comes to purchasing a Large Camping Tent the choice can be overwhelming. This is where the new Rugged Camping Tents web site fills a gap.

2Mar2010 | | 0 comments | Continued
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A Perfect Day Climbing Mount Wachusett in Massachusetts

At 2,006ft Mount Wachusett in Central Massachusetts is more like a large hill than a mountain but is popular for hiking in the summer and fall, and skiing in the winter. Mount Wachusett is technically a glaciated Monadnock which is a term reserved for a single mountain carved out by glaciers and located in an [...]

18Aug2009 | | 3 comments | Continued
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AMC 2009 Summer Planning Guide

Being a member of AMC I received this month not only their magazine but their AMC 2009 Summer Planning Guide. Maybe I should take a step back for those not familiar with AMC. The Appalachian Mountain Club was formed in 1876 and promotes the protection, enjoyment and appropriate use of the mountains, rivers, and trails [...]

11Mar2009 | | 6 comments | Continued