Hiking
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.
22Dec2011 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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 | Cliff Calderwood | 2 comments | Continued
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 | Cliff Calderwood | 2 comments | Continued
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.
24Sep2011 | Cliff Calderwood | 1 comment | Continued
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.
9Sep2011 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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.
2Sep2011 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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.
19Aug2011 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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.
12Aug2011 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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.
6Aug2011 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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 | Cliff Calderwood | 1 comment | Continued
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.
13May2011 | Cliff Calderwood | 1 comment | Continued
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.
3Sep2010 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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.
13Jun2010 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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 | yankeetraveler | 0 comments | Continued
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 | jdaniels | 3 comments | Continued
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 | yankeetraveler | 6 comments | Continued