Monday, April 14
8 a.m. Hike: Level 4 – Yokun Seat
Hike near beaver ponds at Pleasant Valley Audubon Sanctuary. Climb steadily to expansive westerly views. Traverse the ridgeline to a view of Mt. Greylock. Reverse. 6 miles. Vertical rise 1,330 ft. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423. Limited Availability.
9 a.m. Hike: Level 3 – Burbank Trail
Hike a section of Yokun Ridge then dip down to Monk’s Pond. Enjoy the vista from Olivia’s Overlook and the Kennedy Cliffs looking back at Lenox and the Berkshire Hills. 4.75miles. Vertical rise 896 ft. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423. Limited Availability.
1:30 p.m. Hike: Level 2 – Thomas & Palmer Brook Trail
Cross over the brook to the meadow. Trail winds along the woodland edge with expansive views of the wetland habitat. Climb to the unique feature, Whale Rock. 2 miles. Vertical rise 400 ft. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423. Limited Availability.
Tuesday, April 15
9 a.m. Hike: Level 3 – Healthy Heart & Bones
Use your wearable and hike with a weighted pack or just come as yourself and enjoy a hike! Performance Science experts will show how to use your wearable; add a ruck to burn more calories than walking and less impact than running. Limited Availability.
2 p.m. Hike: Level 1 – Benedict Pond
A beautiful rocky hike at Beartown State Forest that includes a short section of the Appalachian Trail. Benedict Pond is man-made, built in the 1930s by the CCC. 2 miles. Vertical rise 331 ft. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423. Limited Availability.
Wednesday, April 16
8 a.m. Hike: Level 4 – Tyringham Appalachian Trail
Fields and forests in a stunning valley. The top of the cobble provides 3 sweeping views. Pass Hop Brook to a country road passing a Shaker community and a working farm. 6.5 miles. Vertical rise 880 ft. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423. Limited Availability.
9 a.m. Hike: Level 3 – Gige’s Trail at Mahanna Cobble
At the base of the ski area Bousquet, you’ll hike steadily to two viewpoints, one of which is north of Mt. Greylock. Land was conserved by our beloved Outdoor Sports Guide, Gige. 3.5 miles. Vertical rise 912 ft. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423. Limited Availability.
2 p.m. Hike: Level 2 – Shadowbrook
A hike that boasts three beautiful views, rocky trails, and mixed forest. Park at the iconic Olivia’s Overlook with its expansive view over Lake Mahkeenac. 2 miles. Vertical rise 561 ft. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423. Limited Availability.
Thursday, April 17
9 a.m. Hike: Level 2+ – Flag Rock
The hike begins with a steep section followed by moderate terrain with boulders flanking the trail. Look west over the town and river of Housatonic and New York State. 4 miles. Vertical rise 900 ft. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423. Limited Availability.
1:30 p.m. Hike: Level 1 – Bullard Woods
Enjoy this gentle hike with magnificent features to the shores of our favorite local lake, Stockbridge Bowl. The trail meanders through a rare old growth forest. 1.5 miles. Vertical rise 180 ft. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423. Limited Availability.
Friday, April 18
8 a.m. Hike: Level 4 – Rounds Rock at Mt. Greylock
Short, strong ascents followed by rolling terrain. Climb to unique vistas on the knoll, looking south and west, back towards Pittsfield and the NY border. Reverse. 7.25 miles. Vertical rise 1,362 ft. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423. Limited Availability.
9 a.m. Hike: Level 3 – Mohican Monument Mountain
Traverse rolling terrain and up rocky trail to Peeskawso Peak. Enjoy 360º views from the summit. Reverse your steps back through the rolling forest trail. 4 miles. Vertical rise 1,053 ft. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423. Limited Availability.
2 p.m. Hike: Level 2 – Steven’s Glen
Steep descent followed by a climb up to view a unique water flume. Moderate ascent back out of the glen. 1.5 miles. Vertical rise 400 ft. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423. Limited Availability.
Saturday, April 19
8 a.m. Hike: Level 5 – Sage’s Ravine to Eagle’s Perch
Explore this enchanting ravine, a steep valley cut by a stream that winds through the forest. Ascend to a primitive camping area and on to the perch for sweeping views. Reverse. Lunch included. 8 miles. Vertical rise 1,713 ft. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423. Limited Availability.
9 a.m. Hike: Level 3 – Goose Pond on the Appalachian Trail
Experience the varied existence of a thru-hiker. Begin by crossing a pedestrian bridge over the Mass Turnpike/I90 then hike up a steep section to the ridge. Enjoy the descent to Upper Goose Pond and reverse. 3.25 miles. Vertical Rise 800 ft. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423. Limited Availability.
1:30 p.m. Hike: Level 2+ – Laura’s Tower & Ice Glen
Explore a deep ravine of glacial erratics that can hold snow and ice into the summer months. Ascend to Laura’s Tower then reverse to a bridge over the Housatonic River. 2 miles. Vertical rise 738 ft. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423. Limited Availability.
Sunday, April 20
8 a.m. Hike: Level 2+ – Basin Pond
The trail leads you through a lacework of streams, through a boulder-strewn natural amphitheater to a beaver pond and the site of two long-gone man-made dams. 4 miles. Vertical rise 902 ft. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423. Limited Availability.
1:30 p.m. Hike: Level 1 – Tech Free Pleasant Valley Beaver Ponds
A leisurely hike on woodland trails, bridges, and boardwalks past several beaver ponds. Your guides will explain how beavers support and affect the forest ecology. 2 miles. Vertical rise 253 ft. Sign up: CR App or with a Wellness Guide, Ext. 55423. Limited Availability.
