Foliage Hike - Central Vermont
October 11, 2026— 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET
Last day to register: October 9, 2026
Come enjoy queer community while walking through this beautiful town forest. The trail gently ascends while winding through old granite rock piles (grout piles), passing unique stone sculptures and carvings, and culminating with some great views over forested, water filled granite quarries to the distant mountain ranges. Pockets of fall foliage should be present and the trail passes through beautiful stands of birch which retain their golden leaves a bit longer. Optional post hike hang out in the nearby town of Barre.
We ask folks under the age of 18 to please register themselves and an adult to accompany them. This event is intended for the LGBTQ+ community.
GENERAL INFO
Location: Barre VT area (N’dakina (Abenaki) and Wabanaki (Dawnland Confederacy) land)
Parking: Large free dirt parking lot easily accessed from paved road, regular and accessible porta potties at the end of the lot
Meet: October 11, 2026
Hike: 2 miles, 210 feet elevation gain
Pets: While we love pets, we ask that furry friends remain at home for this adventure - tell them we said hi!
Cost: This event is completely free to access! We welcome donations of any amount, which help us continue to provide these programs. We appreciate your support and your contribution!
Bring: Water, snacks, warm layer and rain coat, comfortable walking/hiking shoes, walking stick or trekking pole (optional).
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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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.