A Hike At The Spiderweed Preserve

Middletown CT

10 September, 2021

3:16 PM

Description

On Saturday, September 18, from 10 to 11:30am, I will be offering a hike at the Spiderweed Preserve through Middletown's Recreation Division. We are asking that all participants wear masks at all times. The details of the hike are as follows: We will investigate a little known 150 acre Middlesex Land Trust preserve that was the former summer retreat of a New York actress. Come on a moderate walk along the loop trail, with a few side spurs and a few steep areas. We will explore pegmatite outcrops with long-range views and follow colonial stone walls that demark old fields and roadways. Wear hiking shoes (some wet areas), bring a snack and water, if desired. Directions: because there is construction on Saybrook Road, take Route 9 south to Aircraft Road exit. Turn left at the light at the end of the exit ramp and turn right onto Dripps Road (just after the auto body shop--the street sign was missing the last time I looked). The trail head starts in 500 feet on the left at the bend in Dripps Road (GPS address: 60 Dripps Rd) Please email ([email protected]) with questions; that morning: 860 262 2788. This trip will be cancelled if inclement weather. Hope to see you Saturday, September 18! From Beth Lepin!!