Join us for a hike to the beautiful Vineca Pond deep in the Sanctuary!
Observe a variety of habitats as we hike past the canal and dams on paths not typically available to the public.
This moderate hike is geared for adults, is at a moderate pace, and is approximately 3.5 miles long.
Dress in appropriate clothing and footwear; be prepared for roots, rocks, and maybe even some mud!
Dogs are not allowed.
Please meet at the Trailhead kiosk by 9:30 am to sign in.
If there is inclement weather, please call 413-245-1353 to confirm that the hike will be taking place.
Saturday Hike to Vineca Pond
Programs and Events NewsSaturday Hikes Return
Our Saturday Hikes Return! Interested in hiking trails in the Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary not typically available to the public? Join us for one, or both, of these autumn hikes! Saturday, …
LaFond Oak Forest Program – Hike to Bear and Tupper Hills
Norcross Wildlife Foundation is proud to present the annual LaFond Oak Forest Program in memory of Eugene W. LaFond and Helen Mason LaFond
Saturday, October 14, 2023 at 9:30 am
Join staff members for a hike in the Sanctuary. This is a moderate, 4-mile hike through parts of our sanctuary not typically open to the public.
Saturday Hike to Bear Hill
Join us for a hike to the top of Bear Hill deep in the Sanctuary!
Observe a variety of habitats as we hike up Tupper Hill to Bear Hill on trails not typically available to the public.
This moderate to difficult hike is geared for adults, is at a moderate pace, and is approximately 4.2 miles long.
Dress in appropriate clothing and footwear; be prepared for elevation, roots, and rocks.
Dogs are not allowed.
Please meet at the Trailhead kiosk by 9:30 am to sign in.
If there is inclement weather, please call 413-245-1353 to confirm that the hike will be taking place.
Saturday Hike to Vineca Pond – RESCHEDULED to Saturday, October 28, 2023
Join us for a hike to the beautiful Vineca Pond deep in the Sanctuary!
Observe a variety of habitats as we hike past the canal and dams on paths not typically available to the public.
This moderate hike is geared for adults, is at a moderate pace, and is approximately 3.5 miles long.
Dress in appropriate clothing and footwear; be prepared for roots, rocks, and maybe even some mud!
Dogs are not allowed.
Please meet at the Trailhead kiosk by 9:30 am to sign in.
If there is inclement weather, please call 413-245-1353 to confirm that the hike will be taking place.
Programs and Events NewsLaFond Oak Forest Program – Walk to Vineca Pond
The Norcross Wildlife Foundation is proud to present the annual LaFond Oak Forest Program in memory of Eugene W. LaFond and Helen Mason LaFond on Saturday, October 15, 2022 at …
Programs and Events NewsSaturday Walks – Peruse the Ponds and Scenic Woods Walk
Peruse the Ponds On Saturday, September 10, 2022 join us for a guided walk around a few of the beautiful ponds at the Sanctuary. Observe a variety of habitats along …