Champlain Area Trails (CATS), an accredited land trust established in 2009, is dedicated to creating and maintaining trails, protecting land, connecting people with nature, and promoting economic vitality in the Champlain Valley. For the second consecutive year, CATS is offering … [Read more...] about Free Beginner Cross-Country Ski Lesson Offered by Champlain Area Trails During February School Break
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Two CATS Hikes to Choose Between on February 2
One is easy, one is more challenging The Wadhams Trails – the easier one CATS is hosting a Groundhog Day Snowshoe or Ski on Saturday, February 2, at 9:30 a.m. Join us to see if the groundhog sees its shadow as we snowshoe or ski on the trails by Wadhams. Trails we’ll … [Read more...] about Two CATS Hikes to Choose Between on February 2
Two New Trails at Viall’s Crossing to be Celebrated December 29
Since opening last spring, the Viall’s Crossing Trail, has been an increasingly popular addition to the Champlain Area Trails (CATS) network. People use it to hike between Westport and Essex, or to make a five-mile loop that starts and ends in Westport, or as an … [Read more...] about Two New Trails at Viall’s Crossing to be Celebrated December 29
Sophie’s Lair Ski/Snowshoe Adventure Saturday, February 17
New snow means conditions are good for Champlain Area Trails (CATS) ski/snowshoe adventure Saturday, February 17, on the Sophie’s Lair Trail in Willsboro. Skiers or snowshoers should meet at 9:15 a.m. at the Florence Hathaway trailhead on Essex Road in Willsboro (look for the … [Read more...] about Sophie’s Lair Ski/Snowshoe Adventure Saturday, February 17
Solitary Ski & Another New CATS Trail!
I was recently asked to contribute a story on cross country skiing to the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST) Lake Champlain Region blog. Since my family was away and we recently had a great snowfall, I decided to use the opportunity for a "solitary ski" on the Hammond … [Read more...] about Solitary Ski & Another New CATS Trail!