Wednesday, August 26th offers a walk along the Brewster River.
Thursday, August 27th we hike up Nebraska Notch.
Wednesday, September 2nd we go paddling on the Missisquoi River through the wildlife refuge
Want to join us in Quebec for winter fest? Details below!, but you’ll have to move quickly to get a spot.
Coming up on Saturday, September 12th there is a United Way Firewood Project volunteer day in Morrisville to cut split and stack deliver supplies for this winter. Details at https://uwlamoille.org/community-resources/firewood-program.html
Location: Brewster River Trail
Date: Wednesday, August 26th, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM .
RSVP to Jean Kearney – jean.kearney@verizon.net
Our next walk on August 26th will be the Brewster River Trail in Jeffersonville. This trail is mostly easy with just a few uphill climbs.
We will meet at 10AM in the parking lot off Canyon Road by the covered bridge. Directions at this link.
For those interested in lunch, we will be heading to Poorhouse Pies in Cambridge after the walk.
Let us know if you plan to attend.
Thanks,
Jean, Mary and Demie
Location: Lake Mansfield Trail
Date: Thursday, August 27th, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM .
RSVP to Kate at katestrolle@gmail.com or (530)798-6319
The hike will be on the 27th, and we are hiking the Lake Mansfield Trail, also known as the Nebraska Notch Trail. Meet at 9:00am at the Lake Mansfield Trout Club. The address is: 4400 Nebraska Valley Road, Stowe, VT 05672. Directions at this link. The hike is considered moderate, with a round-trip distance of 3.2 miles and an elevation gain of 650 feet. It should take us 2-2.5 hours round trip. Make sure to wear sturdy hiking shoes, bring hiking poles if you have them, as well as plenty of water, snacks, and bug spray! Hope to see you there!! RSVP to Kate at: katestrolle@gmail.com or (530)798-6319.
Location: Missisquoi River, Wildlife Refuge
Date: Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM .
Organized by Flora Hurteau
Wednesday, September 2nd: Meet at Louie’s Landing 10 am- Missisquoi River, Swanton; located on Rte 78 across from Missisquoi Wildlife Refuge Center (29 Tabor Rd).
Directions at this link.
There is ample parking at Louie’s Landing, a State of Vermont boat access area. There are no restrooms, but there are restrooms at the Wildlife Refuge, a short distance from the boat launch.
This is a calm paddle with an abundance of waterfowl. We can launch and paddle to the mouth of the Missisquoi River where it empties into the Missisquoi Bay on Lake Champlain, just short of the US/ Canada border.
Bring water, lunch or snacks (if you desire) and your paddling gear. Get ready for a peace filled paddle surrounded by the wildlife of the river. For anyone who would like to eat a late lunch out, Green Mountain Bistro Bar and Grill is located on the way back into Swanton at 3 Canada St. They are open for lunch until 3pm.
Quebec Winterfest
Location : Hotel Palace Royal – https://www.hotelsjaro.com/en/palace-royal
Dates : February 5-7 Quebec City, Quebec Winter Carnival
Hosted by : Jena and Mike Chafin
Please RSVP to : Jena at jenachafin@gmail.com or sign up here.
King Suite + Living space with Sofa Bed
$285 CAD/$208 USD + Taxes Single Occupancy
$310 CAD/$226.30 USD + Taxes Double Occupancy
- Festival Effigy pass to most events – Ice carvings, Ice Castle etc. https://carnaval.qc.ca/fr/billetterie/
2026 prices were:
Pre-sale: until January 11, 2026 — only $29 + tax - Optional – Tickets for VIP seating for the Saturday Night Parade
Music, dancers, acrobats, and illuminated floats- very fun.
2026 pricing – $85 CAD includes raised bleacher seating, festival blanket, limited hot and cold beverages, designated toilet
OR Free viewing from parade route
Optional- VIP tickets $55 CAD on the Ferry (Feb 7th) Canoe Races
Smuggs 55+ Club 
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