Snowshoe Trek

Women's Snowshoe Trek to former prison camps at Barre Falls.

Come with us and experience the magical beauty of a wintry forest, while we keep an eye out for wildlife along the way. Learn the basics of snowshoeing, as we discover the history of the former prison camps that existed back in the early 1900's.

Our trek will begin at the Barre falls Dam in Hubbardston, Massachusetts. Here your guide will briefly review logistical information before we start the day. Barre Falls is part of the Ware river water shed, which empties into the Quabbin Reservoir.

Our trek is approximately 3 miles in length, and should take approximately 2 1/2 to 3 hrs. to complete (give or take depending on the group). You will be on a relatively flat surface, with a few moderately easy inclines. To end our day we'll enjoy a delicious bowl of hot soup and sandwiches to melt away the chill.

Hiking activity rating: Easy to moderate

Trip Includes:
* Lunch (hot soup, drinks, and sandwiches)
* Bottled water available for tour
* Quabbin reservoir/Barre Dam/and prison camps information
* Learn the basic fundamentals of snowshoeing
* Professional, pleasant and well informed guides.

Date for Winter 2005/06:
TBC

Cost: $45.00; Snowshoe rentals $6.00 per person (US dollars) XE.com Personal Currency Assistant

"Full Moon Snowshoe Trek"

Have you ever experienced snowshoeing in a mystical winter forest, guided by the light of a brilliantly lit moon? Come along with other like minded women and experience the fun on a moonlit night!

Our trip will begin at the Barre Falls Dam in Hubbardston, Massachusetts. Here your guide will briefly review logistical information before we start our trek. Barre Falls is part of the Ware river water shed, which empties into the Quabbin Reservoir. Our trip is approximately 3 miles in length, and should take approximately 2 1/2 to 3 hours to complete (give or take depending on the group). You will be on a relatively flat surface, with a few moderately easy inclines. It's a good idea to bring along a headlamp if you have one.

Hiking activity rating: Easy to moderate

Trip Includes:
* Bottled water available for tour
* Quabbin reservoir/Barre Dam/and prison camps information
* Learn the basic fundamentals of snowshoeing
* Professional, pleasant and well informed guides.

Date for Winter 2005/06:
TBC

Cost: $30.00; Snowshoe rentals $6.00 per person (US dollars) XE.com Personal Currency Assistant

What clothing/equipment should I bring?
Layers of clothing are always best. The first layer should be, synthetic or thermal underwear, such as polypropylene. The middle layer could be fleece, wool sweater, wool pants. The top or outer layer should be a nylon or sympatex jacket and pants that will protect you from snow, and wind. A warm or insulated hat, thermo socks and gloves or mittens. A pair of insulated hiking boots. Some extra suggested items that may be needed would be sunglasses (for day trips), hand and boot warmers, sunscreen, a day pack or fanny pack, bottled water, and a head lamp (for the evening trips). And of course snowshoes, which are available to rent.

Contact details:
Active By Nature, 51 Worcester Rd, Hubbardston, MA 01452
Phone: 978-928-3306 Office
Email: info@activebynature.com

Please mention skilikeawoman.com when you contact Active by Nature.

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Barre Falls Dam website
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