Queer Fall Foliage Walk & Apple Picking - Eastern Massachusetts
October 8, 2023 — 1:00 - 5:00 pm ET
Fall, but make it queer!
Come join Eastern MA volunteer Kellan on a quintessential New England fall day. We'll begin with a leisurely 1 mile stroll through rolling farm fields with views of Lake Gardner and hopefully some leaves to peep.
After we've warmed up our legs, we'll head down the road to pick some apples at the famous Cider Hill Farm. Cider Hill is a popular apple picking destination and we expect it to be quite busy on this day. They have tons of different apple varieties, hayrides, the best* (open to debate) apple cider donuts around, a food truck, pumpkin displays, and more. We'll spend some time exploring the orchards, picking apples, eating donuts, and generally getting in the Fall spirit before heading our separate ways.
Kellan will be in touch as the event draws closer with up-to-date prices for apple picking and suggestions for layers based on the weather. 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’ll collaborate with you on how to keep you both comfortable and hydrated on the hike.
GENERAL INFO
Location: Amesbury area, MA
(Pentucket, Pawtucket, and Pennacook lands)
Pets: While we love dogs, we ask you please leave furry friends at home for this event. Tell them we said hi!
Meet: October 8, 2023
Hike: ~1 mile, ~40 ft elevation gain
Cost: $0-$20 sliding scale + optional cost of apples/fall treats at the orchard
To find out where you fall best in our sliding scale, see the “Why does this trip cost money?” dropdown below.
Bring: Snacks, water, bug spray, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing
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.
