Hogback Moonlight Snowshoe Hike, Sat Feb 8, 7:00-8:30

When the moon is full in winter, the snow reflects the light and things are so bright you can even see colors. The moon will be just one day shy of full on Saturday, Feb 8. The Hogback Mountain Conservation Association will be hosting a moonlight snowshoe hike to the fire tower that evening. If the snow is old and compact, spikes (like YakTrax or StabilIcers) might work better than snowshoes. Ski poles or hiking poles would also be useful. Meet in the parking lot on the south side of Route 9 near the Distillery at 7:00. Bring a flashlight or headlamp to use in an emergency, but let's see if we can do the hike without artificial light. Those who are really brave can climb to the top of the fire tower and look around at the lights from the surrounding towns. If the weather doesn't cooperate on Feb 8, let's try it on Saturday, Mar 7, same time, same place. How can you tell if the event has been cancelled? Look out your window. If you can see shadows on the snow from the moonlight, we'll be hiking. No snow, but just bare ground? Or overcast, with no moon visible? Nope, stay home. (As usual, this Hogback event is free. Everyone welcome.)