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Weekend Orienteering & Snowshoe Expedition

Dates: March 5th, 6th and 7th, 2010 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
Time: Friday check in (4 pm) Sunday check out (11 am)
Price: $160

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Snowshoe Expedition - January 2008

Experience a fun filled weekend of snowshoeing, orienteering and winter activities, in one of the most scenic woodland areas in Massachusetts. The Mohawk State Forest is nestled in the Northern Berkshires, surrounded by 6,000 acres of mountain ridges, deep gorges and tall old-growth trees. Play in and amongst a winter wonderland while snowshoeing by day and night, we'll learn orienteering, history of the area, winter activities, leaving plenty of Time: to relax, enjoy and unwind.

The state forest is located along the Mohawk Trail, a historic Native American foot path that connects the Connecticut and Hudson River Valleys, in Charlement, MA. Join us as we experience the wilderness at its best.
Trip Includes:

  • Rustic Log Cabin (shared accommodations, heated w/wood)
  • All meals (two dinners, two breakfasts, one lunch)
  • Bottled water & snacks
  • Maps
  • Limited compass & head lamps available

  • Hiking activity rating:   Easy to moderate

    Limited Snowshoe rentals available $7 (for the weekend) Participants Responsibility Sleeping bags, blankets, pillows, clothing appropriate to weather conditions, snowshoes, compass, and head lamps (if you have them).

    To get further information about this trip email us at
    info@activebynature.com or call (978) 928-3306.