WOC-ly OUTING CLUB CALENDAR

May 6 - May 9

Hello WOC family!  Come check out some of the awesome outdoor events we have going on this week. All events are open to the Williams College community. 

Announcements

Wildflower Walk at Hopkins Forest this Sunday, Mother’s day!!

Come to Hopkins Forest for a tour of woodland wildflowers led by Forest Manager Drew Jones. A van will leave from behind Paresky at 2 and be back on campus by 4. Email James [log in to unmask] with questions or sign up here

 The WOC Equipment Room will be open M, W, Th, & F by appointment only.  Hours will be 12 -2 and The Equipment Room is open to all members of the Williams community.  Please go to this appointment schedule and sign up for a slot.  Be prepared to show a “CLEARED” status on your CoVerified App when you come for your appointment.  Equipment is due back one week later so sign up for that appointment also. 

We want your feedback on trips! Have you recently gone on a trip and want to give us feedback on COVID-19 precautions and how things went? Fill out our feedback form after your trip so we know how we’re doing!

Activities

Thursday

Stargazing on Cole Field ☆ Spending too much time looking at all the worms on the ground? Turn your gaze upwards toward the (hopefully not completely cloudy) sky! We’ll meet on Paresky steps at 9pm and walk down to the field together. There are bleachers we can sit on, but be sure to dress appropriately for the cold and some mud. Bring your astronomy (or astrology, if that’s more your style) knowledge, your phone flashlight, and something warm to drink ! Round trip will be about an hour. Sign up here and email Justyn Friedler [log in to unmask] with any questions!

Friday

Weekly sunrise hike  “wake up” and down Pine Cobble - sunrise at 5:39 AM. Meet on Paresky steps at 6 AM!!  3 mile hike round trip, one thousand foot elevation gain to get your blood flowing and endorphins coursing through your veins!!.   Dress for the weather, good footwear for a trail that will be muddy, wet and always rocky!  Bring a filled water bottle and a cup for hot drinks.  Return to campus by 8:30AM.  Please email [log in to unmask]  to reserve a space.

Tie-Dye! Increase the vibrancy of your wardrobe! Bring a white or light-colored piece of clothing to tie-dye! Meet between Paresky and Sage at 2:00pm. Sign up here and email [log in to unmask], [log in to unmask], or [log in to unmask]   with any questions.

Saturday

Kite Hill Hike: Kickstart your weekend with some fresh air and great company on the trails! We will leave from Paresky at 9 AM and return by ~11:30 AM. Be sure to wear shoes that can withstand rainy conditions, lots of layers/warm clothes, and water. The hike is about 4.5 miles total predominantly on trails. Email Georgia ([log in to unmask]) with questions or if you want anything from the equipment room (hiking shoes, coat, etc.). Sign up here!

Bee Hill Hike: Meet at Paresky steps at 10 AM for a hike to Bee Hill! Be sure to bring layers, water bottles, and shoes that can stand some mud for this total 6 mile adventure which includes walking on uphill and downhill on roads and trails. We will return to campus around 1 PM! Email Aaron (ads7) if you would like anything from the equipment room or if you have any questions! Sign up here!

Sunday

WOC + QSU Campfire 6pm & 7pm at Poker Lawn! It seems like we're getting another day that's a little too chilly for spring this coming Sunday—why not come warm up and look ahead to summer with a campfire down on Poker Lawn? We're closing off QSU's Heritage Month with this in-person event, and making it just a fun space to hang out! Because of COVID restrictions, attendants can only reserve a spot out of 25 for either 6PM or 7PM. Fill out this form to reserve your spot!