Apologies for last weekend, it couldn't be helped.
All Trails lists the loop at 7.3 miles
Posting as a Level 2.5/3 for DISTANCE. It's not difficult (elevation ~ 500+ feet) but you will need stamina. And we all know how important stamina is. If you have any questions write me before signing up.
BLAZE ORANGE - REQUIRED (DEM regs) https://dem.ri.gov/about-us/dem-offices/boating-registration-licenses/rhode-island-outdoors
WATER - VERY MUCH REQUIRED (it's going to be in the 60's in November, it's 7+ miles, I will be checking - at least one liter please).
Proper Attire and footwear - ALSO VERY MUCH REQUIRED: some of the trail has roots and rocks, this hike is a bit longer than usual hikes, you'll need trail shoes or boots. It's going to be warm, wear layers. Better to de-layer than to sweat like crazy.
This hike will not go off unless we have at least 4 participants (including me).
There is parking before the gate on the right. A crescent shaped turn off that holds about 12 cars. That's where we will meet.
Directions are to the access road off of Rte 44, turn onto it and proceed a short way until you see the lot/road I mention above.
By attending this hike, you agree to Liability Disclaimer below.
Liability Waiver:
As a condition of your voluntary participation in this activity you acknowledge and agree to the following: this activity involves inherent risks that can cause property damage, injury, illness, disability, and/or death to participants and/or others; you assume all risk associated with this activity; you are responsible for having the necessary knowledge, skills, abilities, clothing, and equipment to safely participate in this activity; you know and will follow the Hiker Responsibility Code; the organizer(s) of this activity are volunteers; and you for yourself, your heirs, executors, and administrators release, hold harmless, and indemnify the organizer(s) and all members of this group from any and all claims for property damage, injury, illness, disability, and/or death - including those caused by negligence and/or other reasons.
Blaze orange IS required on this hike.
https://www.ri.gov/press/view/39129
"From September 12 through February and from April 17 through May, except during the shotgun deer seasons in December when a minimum of 500 square inches is required, hunters and all other users of management areas and designated undeveloped state parks must wear a minimum of 200 square inches of fluorescent orange, such as a hat."
Blaze Orange
January, February: YES – at least 200 sq in
March 1 – April 16: NO – but it never hurts!
April 17 – May 31: YES - at least 200 sq in
June, July, August, Sep 1-11: NO – but it never hurts!
Sep 12- November 30: YES - at least 200 sq in
Dec 1 - Dec 31: YES - at least 500 sq in
https://www.ri.gov/press/view/39129
