(from Pascal Cheng) This past Sunday, September 15, more than a dozen MNC masters got together to run/hike the Monroe Skyline from Appalachian Gap to Lincoln Gap. This beautiful and challenging 11-mile section of the Long Trail takes you over the tops of Lincoln Peak, Mount Ellen, General Stark Mountain and Mount Abraham. The weather could not have been better with bright sunshine, little wind, and cooler temperatures over 3000 feet. We all were in awe of the spectacular views looking eastward and westward from many different vantage points along the ridge line. And it was a bonus to see bands of fall colors starting to appear in different areas. Along the way, we crossed the summits for several different sections of the Sugarbush Mountain Resort ski area and took advantage of these spots to refuel and rest our legs.
It was great to have such a big group of Masters participate in this hike. Although we broke off into smaller groups along the way going at different paces, we still managed to reconvene at different points and finish together at Lincoln Gap. Many thanks to Katie Hill for organizing all the logistics for this which included coordinating multiple cars and drivers in two different locations. Hopefully, there will be a few more opportunities for fall trail runs/hikes so stay tuned to postings in Slack.
Here are some photos of the outing, courtesy of Ellie Bouffard and Katie Hill:
“Before” photo – two-thirds of the 8am starters
“Before” photo – 9am starters, including Pickle the poodle (who hiked almost the entire trail!)
Wow! What a day!!!
Top of Mad River Glen’s single chair
Following the ridge line through the boreal forest’s moss-covered fairyland
Snack time!
We are so lucky to be able to call this our playground …
The different groups caught up with each other on top of Mount Abe, with a final round of refueling before the descent.
Bummed you missed out? Join us for the next outing!!!
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