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We are the Bread Loaf Section of the Green Mountain Club (GMC) in the Addison County area of Vermont. Non-members are always welcome at our events and outings. Read about who we are on our About page.
We are the Bread Loaf Section of the Green Mountain Club (GMC) in the Addison County area of Vermont. Non-members are always welcome at our events and outings. Read about who we are on our About page.
Upcoming Events & News
Upcoming Events & News
Bread Loaf Section News
The hiking season is here! Check out our section's calendar to explore hikes and activities and choose which ones are right for you.
As of late July, upcoming activities include our annual social and picnic at Kingsland Bay State Park on Aug 2, Trail Magic at App Gap (Aug. 9), Labor Day Corn Potluck (Sept. 1), and Long Trail Day (Sept. 20).
Trail right-of-way donated to the Green Mountain Club in our Section!
Trail right-of-way donated to the Green Mountain Club in our Section!
In late October 2024, GMC reported that Middlebury College had graciously donated a trail right-of-way to the Green Mountain Club, permanently protecting a 1.5 mile section of the Long Trail that crosses over Worth Mountain and the Middlebury Snowbowl. This trail right-of-way protects the longest remaining section of privately owned Long Trail treadway and brings the total miles of unprotected Long Trail down to just 4.5 miles, or 2% of the Long Trail.
Read all about the college's generosity on the GMC website and also on Vermont Public.
Seasonal Update
Seasonal Update
Our Summer Newsletter highlights wonderful photos of Vermont's ephemerals, our highly seasonal and beautiful spring flowers.
The President's letter touches on the magic that can happen when a group of people get together and share the experience of hiking and spending time together. It's a great reminder that community and the outdoors go together splendidly and provide a great backdrop for connecting with each other. Come create some magic of your own!
Our Photo Library
Our Photo Library
Check out where our volunteer leaders have been leading group activities and take a look at the photos captured by our members.
Check out where our volunteer leaders have been leading group activities and take a look at the photos captured by our members.
Find a Bread Loaf Section volunteer-led group hike
or check our resources and find a hike to do with your family & friends.
Find a Bread Loaf Section volunteer-led group hike
or check our resources and find a hike to do with your family & friends.
"Maps & Resources" page is a list for areas to explore close to home in Champlain Valley with members of your household.
"Maps & Resources" page is a list for areas to explore close to home in Champlain Valley with members of your household.
Go virtual: "Adventures with Ivor!" Pop some popcorn and go to the movies (on YouTube) and experience new hikes with Bread Loaf Section member Ivor Hughes.
Go virtual: "Adventures with Ivor!" Pop some popcorn and go to the movies (on YouTube) and experience new hikes with Bread Loaf Section member Ivor Hughes.
Check what's scheduled on GMC's Virtual Workshops & Events and GMC's recorded Speaker Series presentations (on YouTube).
Check what's scheduled on GMC's Virtual Workshops & Events and GMC's recorded Speaker Series presentations (on YouTube).
Hike safely this summer and in all seasons!
As the seasons change your preparations will change as well. Summer weather in the Green Mountains, like all mountains, is changeable and unpredictable. Be prepared and be safe. Because we can't go out on that note, here is a list of great summer hikes around Vermont that are good options for getting your boots on the trails.
To help ensure a safe and fun outdoor experience, we strongly encourage you to read and learn from these online resources before heading outside.
Plan for changing weather conditions especially at higher elevations. Read trail updates, check the weather & bring a map.
Layered, like a cake. That's the way to approach winter hiking so you can manage your body temperature and stay dry regardless of the outside temps. For winter in particular, here is a list of safety essentials including nutrition, hydration, illumination (b/c it get's dark early and quickly) and seven other categories of gear and preparation.
Spring trail work is complete, and fall work days are being planned. Volunteering for a work crew and is a great way to get engaged with the community, get some fresh air and exercise, and do some great volunteer work! Take a look at the Trail Work page for more details.
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