Sunday, June 2, 9:00 AM - Guided Hike to the High Ledges at Mass Audubon’s High Ledges Wildlife Sanctuary
Guided Hike to the High Ledges at Mass Audubon’s High Ledges Wildlife Sanctuary (Free) –
In Search of Scenic Views and Pink Lady Slipper Orchids
Sunday, June 2, 9:00 AM (Arms Library steps, Shelburne Falls, MA)
The Deerfield River Watershed Association, Shelburne MA Open Space Committee, and Arms Library have partnered to lead a scenic and educational hike to the High Ledges at Mass Audubon’s High Ledges Wildlife Sanctuary in search of the Pink Lady Slipper Orchids. Trail Map: https://www.massaudubon.org/get-outdoors/wildlife-sanctuaries/high-ledges/about/trails
What to Bring: Hikers should wear good walking sneakers or hiking boots and bring water to drink, a snack, sunscreen, and tick repellant or clothing pre-treated with Permethrin.
What to Know: This very popular 1.4-mile, round trip hike is rated as slightly moderate.
Where to Meet: Meet at the front steps of the Arms Library in Shelburne Falls, MA at 9:00 AM on Sunday, June 2. We can then drive individually or carpool the 6.4 miles (12 minutes) to the trailhead from there. Or, you can meet us at the Audubon Sanctuary’s first trailhead parking lot off Patten Road, at about 9:15 AM.
If you have any questions, or would like to pre-register, contact Jim at: drwa@deerfieldriver.org
2023 Lady Slipper Hikers at the High Ledges