Join Williamstown Rural Lands for a guided solstice evening hike down the Shepherd’s Well Trail. This hike is the leader’s favorite after-dinner ramble. On this summer solstice evening the sun will set at 8:36 pm. In the hour before sunset the light filters through the trees at a low angle intensifying colors. Clouds can turn subtle pink or orange. This hike passes through beautiful woods and offers some spectacular open views looking west or looking east towards Mount Greylock.

Except for a brief steep uphill beginning, this 1.5 mile hike is one-way mostly downhill. Attendees will meet at the large parking lot at Petersburg Pass on Route 2 just across the New York State border and shuttle some cars down to our ending point. Then hike north from Petersburg Pass along the Taconic Crest Trail and east down the Shepherd’s Well Trail. This hike is suitable for both experienced and inexperienced hikers who are confident walkers. This hike will take a leisurely pace, stopping to admire the views, and will finish just before dark. Wear sturdy shoes and pack a flashlight or headlamp in case you need it. Please leave your dog at home. Meet at 7:00 p.m. at the Petersburg Pass parking lot.

Distance: 1.5 miles
Difficulty: Moderate
Hike Leader: Jeff Strait

Wear sturdy shoes or boots. Bring your own water, snack, and tick repellent. Bring a headlamp or flashlight. Dress for the weather. No dogs, please.

For questions, contact trails@rurallands.org.

Please register ahead of time using this form. If you need to cancel your booking, please use the same form (it has an option to cancel your signup).

DATE: Friday, June 20

TIME: 7:00 PM – 8:45 PM

LOCATION: Petersburg Pass, Route 2, Petersburg, NY