Queer Autumn Color Hike - Western Massacussetts
October 27, 2024 —9:00 am - 1:00 pm ET
Last day to register: October 24, 2024
As October comes to a close, revel in the crisp air and crunch of leaves on this scenic hike near Shelburne Falls, MA. We’ll wander the autumn woods together past dramatic rock ledges and babbling streams in search of the caves that, legend has it, were once home to the last wolves in Massachusetts. The hike culminates with a panoramic view of the Berkshire foothills and the Deerfield River Valley to the west. This 3.8-mile loop trail is mostly moderate with one section of steady, sustained incline. The majority of the terrain is uneven and rocky with thick leaf cover that may make footing tricky at times, and there are several short stream crossings.
We ask folks under the age of 18 to please register themselves and an adult to accompany them.
If you require a service dog to attend, please let us know and we collaborate with you on how to keep you both comfortable and hydrated on the hike.
GENERAL INFO
Location: Shelburne Falls, MA
Pocumtuc and Wabanaki lands (Dawnland Confederacy)
Parking: Two dirt lots with multiple parking spots. There are no restroom facilities at the trailhead.
Pets: no
Meet: October 27, 2024
Hike: 3.8miles, 489 ft elevation gain
Cost: $0-$20 sliding scale
To find out where you fall best in our sliding scale, see the “Why does this trip cost money?” dropdown below.
Bring: Please bring water, snacks and lunch, hiking boots, a rain layer, warm layers, and trekking poles if you like to use them
COVID SAFETY
Masks are not required during this event, however they are welcomed if wearing one allows you to better engage with the group. PLEASE be mindful of your own and group safety. If you or anyone in your household are not feeling well, do not participate in a hike.
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Our sliding scale is meant to make our trips and events more accessible for those who have financial barriers. Paying a higher amount allows us to provide more opportunities to others. Paying a smaller amount is recommended for those who would not otherwise be able to afford the estimated value. Please choose an amount that you will be able to pay, but will not hinder your ability to afford food, housing, etc. By paying as much as you can, we are able to serve more of our community members.
Our sliding scale recommendation:
- Low: Yearly income $30,000 or under, struggles to meet basic needs
- Mid (pays estimated value): Yearly income $40,000-$75,000, some expendable income
- High: Yearly income $80,000-$100,000, comfortable, never struggle with basic needs
Need more examples? We follow the Green Bottle principle. Click here to view and find out where you fall.
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Information for our land acknowledgment was gathered from nativeland.ca, which provides an estimate of original indigenous land occupation, but does not take into account migratory patterns or movement of the many surrounding communities. We recognize the historical complexity of indigenous movement across the land, and honor with gratitude the many, many surviving native nations whose land we benefit from in our work to diversify the outdoors.
