A bit of a wet start - but the overcast really "pops" the fall colors.. it's so beautiFALL!! We hope you get to enjoy this day as best you can - and truly take a 'TIME OUT' - give yourselves a rest from the grind and give your phones a rest too!! Please read the pasted message below especially if you're planning on doing any hikes - be prepared for very wet, slick trails and a bit of chill up on Stony ledge if you head up there! See you OUTSIDE!! best, scott *What is Mountain Day?* Mountain Day is when the College President cancels class so students, faculty, and staff have a chance to get outside! WOC plans events, both on campus and off, so that this is a bit simpler. The off-campus gatherings are on Stone Hill, behind the Clark, and Stony Ledge, a mountaintop clearing with a great view of Mt. Greylock. BUT more important - it’s just a “time out” from work and to enjoy the beauty of our surroundings and friendship of our community. *What is at Stony Ledge, and how do I get there?* · Performances from a capella groups, the concert choir, and lots of cider and donuts! · Most people take one of four hikes, which are between 2-3 miles ascent o Buses leave from Mission Park Drive at* 12:30 PM*. (early hike bus/slower pace leaves 12pm from Mission drive as well) o All are generally similar, so don’t worry too much about which bus to get on. · AND one longer 8 mile hike which goes over Mt. Greylock. o 8 mile hike leaves at *10 AM* from Paresky steps. § *Bring 2 water bottles, grab and go lunch, and extra layers*. · All of these hikes are physically demanding, just be prepared so you can enjoy it! *I want to stay on campus. What will be going on there?* · All campus picnic on Paresky Lawn from *11:00 AM – 1 PM. * o Includes dance and musical performances! *How can I hike safely and enjoyable? (Trails WILL be VERY wet, muddy, and slick.)* · Wear decent hiking shoes, sneakers in good condition work! · Bring a water bottle AND extra layers – Stony ledge can be chilly!! · Take breaks! It’s not a race. When tired, stop and drink water. It will go faster this way. · Meet someone new! Don’t be worried about going alone, the day is about community. · *IMPORTANT – DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DRIVE TO STONY LEDGE OR GREYLOCK – PLEASE USE THE BUSES OR ONLY PARK AT TRAILHEADS – BY ORDER OF THE DCR. Our mt. day permit depends on it!* *Are these events required?* *NO! *Participation is totally optional in everything. Really. Do whatever you will enjoy the most. But whatever you do, take some time to stop and de-stress. The real point of the day is to take a break, slow down, and look up and around - make a new friend or two!! -- Scott Lewis Director Williams Outing Club 39 Chapin Hall Dr. Williamstown, MA 01267 Wk Ph# (413) 597 - 2317 Mobile # (413) 884 - 5222 FAX # (413) 597 - 4742 To remove yourself from this list send an email to [log in to unmask] with the message body "signoff outing-news-l" or go to https://listserv.williams.edu and follow the instructions there. Note that if you are subscribed with your [log in to unmask] style e-mail address, you may need to get a password for this address as well.