Trail Hikes

Groton Hills

Sunday, April 12 at 1 p.m., hike trails of Groton Hills, led jointly by Groton Trails Committee and Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC). Hike through deep woods, past a pretty pond, and a hill affording good views from the top, a 500-footer that was a popular local ski area decades ago.

The hike will take about two hours and is suitable for families with hiking children. Dogs must be kept under owner's control and leashed upon request. Wear comfortable hiking boots. Hike held unless very stormy. Take Rte. 40 (Lowell Rd.) then School House Rd. for a total of one mile, then turn left onto Kailey's Way. Park at cul-de-sac at the end of Kailey's Way. (Coord. 42.62245N, 71.54062W). No pre-registration required. For info, contact: Olin Lathrop, olin@embedinc.com, (978) 742-9014.

Throne Hill

Sunday, April 19 at 1 p.m., join members of Groton Trails Committee on an early spring guided hike through the woods on trails of Throne Hill in West Groton.

The Throne is a conservation area owned by Groton Conservation Trust and is one of the largest contiguous undeveloped parcels in the area. It provides habitat for deer, bears, porcupines, fishers, moose, and beavers. It features upland forest and interesting wetlands.

Walk will take about two hours and is suitable for families with children. Dogs must be kept under owner's control, and leashed upon request. Hike held unless very stormy. Take Townsend Rd. in Groton to Rockwood Lane. Meet at end of Rockwood Lane at the top of the hill. 42.62968N, 71.64003W. Dave Minott (978) 448-9574, DMinott@charter.net.