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(Archive April 2019) Daunting Heights and Taxing Hikes

By editorialteam on April 3, 2025

Hiking Club Promotes Physical and Mental Wellness

By Daniela Perez | Observer Contributor

Nancy Regan, founder and advisor of the Hiking Club
Photo by Tom Hill Jr.

The hiking club boasts a variety of outdoor activities including indoor rock climbing, kayaking, and cross-country skiing.

“Being outdoors is an excellent way of getting energy from the sun,” said Nancy Regan, the founder and adviser of the club. “Going hiking allows the mind to take a break from all real-world problems and be able to focus better.”

Members of the four year-old club do more than just blaze mountain trails; they also tackle indoor rock climbing, snow tubing, and kayaking. On June 7, the club will camp at Lafayette Place Campground in Franconia, NH. During a kayaking trip, students reached a beaver dam where they had to get out of their kayaks and move them over the dam in order to get across. “Six students attended this trip and three of them had a nice soak in the shallow river water,” said Regan. read more

(Archive May 2016) 7 Hiking Spots for Beginners

By editorialteam on September 3, 2024

As Told by an Out-of-Shape College Girl and Her Dog

By Jillian Manty | Observer Contributor

Courtesy of Jillian Manty

1) Lake Dennison Recreation Area: Winchendon, MA

Lake Dennison is a popular camping area that attracts both locals and out-of-towners. There are plenty of trails throughout the entire area. If you’re looking to stay out of the woods, you can walk on the road of the campground and check out the boating area.

2) Tully Lake: Athol, MA

Tully is another recreational area close by. They have an area set up for barbequing with picnic tables and fireplaces. If you’re looking for a nice, easy hike, this is a beautiful place. The trail loops around the entire lake, offering several places to stop and check out the view. read more