Get outside together for the return of ACT’s annual anniversary hike at the Cooley-Jericho Community Forest (CJCF) enjoy the trees in the throws of autumn with your friends and neighbors.
The Cooley-Jericho, created in 2013, encompasses 840 acres of forest land in Easton and shares boundaries with Sugar Hill, Franconia, and Landaff. Four municipalities worked together with a land trust to protect a shared community resource for the project and was the first of its kind in the nation. Cooley-Jericho is one of the largest unfragmented forests in the region outside of White Mountain National Forest. ACT is offering a hike with two groups so that people of all ages and abilities can explore the Cooley-Jericho; both hikes begin at 10:00 a.m.
Hike 1: about 2.5 miles, ~620 elevation gain; will include stops at the 2 view ledges on the Blue trail
Hike 2: about 3.5 miles, ~1000 feet of elevation gain; will include stops at the 2 view ledges on the Blue trail and a view from the summit of Cole Hill
Both hikes will be somewhat challenging, containing steeper sections and moderate elevation gain, hikers should be prepared for the terrain. The groups will move at an easy pace stopping to observe and enjoy nature. Kids are encouraged to come along and dogs are always welcome!
This program is free and open to the public, with a suggested $5 donation to support ACT’s land conservation efforts. Advanced registration is required.
Ready to register? You can click here or call the office at (603) 823-7777. Once registered, you will receive an e-mail with details of the meeting location. Registration closes at noon on Friday, October 6th.
What: Cooley-Jericho Anniversary Hike!
When: Sunday, October 16th
What Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
What to Wear: Comfortable clothing for being active outdoors, including long pants, boots or sneakers you don't mind getting muddy, hat, and jacket.
What to Bring: Binoculars, camera, snacks, and plenty of water.
Free! $5 donations are welcome and much appreciated.
Where: Meet at 9:50 a.m. at the Trumpet Round Road trailhead in Sugar Hill.
This event is free and open to the public; love the CJCF? We'd love to have you as a member, click on the link and join us today!
