Stark Mountain Foundation Naturalist Hikes

Stark Mountain Foundation is thrilled to welcome back Vermont Master Naturalist Gene O. Desideraggio for our seasonal series of free, family-friendly guided hikes. More than just a walk in the woods—it’s an invitation to step into the hidden world of the Green Mountains. This season’s hikes will take place: May 16th: 2pm-4pm – Snowshoe Trail (~2 hours) June 20th: 5-7:30pm – Solstice Hike to the Kent Thomas Nature Center. Join us as we explore the flora and fauna that thrives in the diverse landscape of Mad River Glen, ranging from the pollinators of common flowers along the ski trails to ephemeral plants of the moist forest. Expect to learn about wildlife and how you can contribute your day-to-day natural observations to benefit conservation. Medium/ High intensity (>800ft elevation gain) July 18th: 2pm-3:30pm – Waterfall Hike (~1.5 hours) August 15th: 2pm-4pm – up the Snowshoe Trail & down the 19th hole (~2 hours) September 19th: 2pm-4pm – Snowshoe Trail (~2 hours) October 3rd (Green and Gold Weekend): 1p-4pm (~3hrs) High Intensity (take lift up and hike down the mountain) October 17th: Kent Thomas Nature Center – 2pm-5pm (~2.5-3hrs) Hikes are open to ages 5+ (a supervising adult must accompany children), pre-registration is required to attend, and registration is limited. Hikes will meet at the flagpole in front of the Mad River Glen Basebox. Click Here to register