Learn how to become a Catswomen hike leader at Cheney Mountain on Wednesday, May 1st at 10 AM.

CATSWomen is a volunteer-led group that offers a welcoming environment for women of all ages and abilities to gain confidence in the outdoors through Champlain Area Trails.

This training hike is for those who wish to learn to be CATSWomen hike leaders. During the hike, we will discuss the ins and outs of being a hike leader and discuss how hike leaders can empower more women to be comfortable and confident outdoors.

This hike is this 1.8-mile out-and-back. It crosses a field before entering the woods for a steady climb to the summit. Follow this road as it moderately but steadily climbs to higher ground; after the short uphill that is a spur trail to an excellent view that's worth checking out. The summit is not much farther, and it's wooded, but if you follow the trail just beyond the summit, you have two great views - one of the High Peaks with the tailings piles of the old mine in the foreground, and the other of the Champlain Bridge and Vermont.  

Time: Meet at the trailhead at 9:45 am. This hike should take about 2 hours.

What To Bring: Dress in good layers for hiking. Remember to bring snacks and water!

Directions: The trailhead is on Pelfershire Road, about 1.6 mi west of Rt. 22/9N in Moriah. Click here for Google Map directions.

Register: Click here to register for the hike.