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The INTRO Committee provides opportunities to participate in a variety of outdoor activities from beginner  (INTROductory) level up to intermediate level. We also accommodate members with disabilities. ASL = signer available on trip, WA = wheel chair accessible, B = suitable for participants with sight impairment. We do not offer activities that require advanced skill levels.

*NEW* Fri-Mon, Oct 6 - 9, (INTRO) Columbus Day Informal Hiking Weekend in NH. Easy hiking at Black Mtn & Franconia plus moonlight paddling on Long Pond. Stay at CLs house in Benton NH for 3 nights, 3 breakfasts, 2 dinners. Register with L. Deb Sager debsag@earthlink.net 978-663-3965.

Fri. - Mon., Oct 6 - 9, (INTRO) Columbus Day Hiking Weekend in the Whites. Fall Foliage at its best!  Something for everyone. Choice of two hikes offered each day - 4000 ftrs and easier scenic hikes.  Stay at Pembrook Lodge (LOF) in Woodstock, NH  $215 for 3 nights, 3 breakfasts, 2 dinners.  Before Sept.20, register with L. Kathy Didier kdidier@suchmail.com, 603-726-3553.  From 9/21 - 10/1, reg. with Ls Nancy Dimeo, Bob Dimeo bndimeo@charter.net, 978-649-6255 - #2 (message), or L. Gene Schwartz, 781-646-6335.

Sat, Oct. 7, North Shore Fall scenic ride. Meet in Manchester-by-the-Sea for a 25 - 30 mile ride along coastal areas in Essex County.  Accessible by MBTA Commuter Rail. Bring lunch & snacks. Contact L, Ed McManmon, 781-639-4297 before 10 p.m., epmcmanmon@nii.net for details. CL -. TBA. Rain cancels.

Wed. Oct. 11 - Intro Trip Planning Wine Tasting Evening!
For all of you leaders and co-leaders, now is the time to plan your winter and spring trips. Even if you haven't led a trip in awhile or need to hook up with someone to lead a trip with, come join us for an evening of planning.  Take exit 19B off 128.  At second light, take a L at Webster Street.  At third light, take a L at Harris Ave.  219 Harris Ave.  L - Lynn Matt -lmatt2002@hotmail.com - 781-455-6859

Fri. - Sun., Oct. 13 - 15, (INTRO) Fall Foliage at its best! On Sat., hike Welch and Dickey Mtns. (4.4 mi. loop, 1674 ft. gain), one of the most popular hikes in the White Mtns. A moderate hike at an easy pace with time to take photos or sit at summit for the colorful views. Sun. - easy hike to Peaked Hill Pond (under four miles).  Stay at Pembrook Lodge (LOF) in Woodstock, NH. $115 covers lodging, 2 brkfsts, & Sat. dinner. Contact Ls: Kathy Didier, kdidier@suchmail.com 603-726-3553 or Marilyn Pomerantz, marilyn@firstmark.com 603-726-3144. Both leaders unavailable from Sept. 21 - 30.

Fri - Sun., OCT. 20 - 22, (INTRO) Autumn Arts Weekend in New York City! A weekend of parks, museums, galleries, Broadway and the streets of NYC. Bus down Friday morning from Boston and spend Fri/Sat/Sun hitting the town. Moderate walking pace as we take in latest exhibits at Met, MoMA, and/or Guggenheim, galleries, & a Broadway play. Fee $265 includes Roundtrip bus fare, two nights lodging dbl occ., and theatre ticket. Limited to 8 fun loving, highly pavement tolerant arts enthusiasts. Reg. early! W L Pete Fraunholtz (fraunholtz@hudce7.harvard.edu ), 617-983-2351 (before 10 p.m.) or CL Florrie Johnson (florriej@att.net ).

Sun., Oct. 22, Hike in Middlesex Fells. We will do an 8-mi. circuit through the eastern section favoring skyline trails, followed by refreshments at L's nearby home. L Thurman Smith (781-388-9386).

Fri - Sun., Oct. 27 - 29, (INTRO) Gentle Hiking in the Whites: Enjoy hiking Welch & Dickey, great views with no foliage to obstruct seeing for miles or bugs to bite...maybe we'll experience an Indian summer's day. Stay at Pembrook Lodge (LOF) in Woodstock, NH. $150 covers 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, HH, Sat. dinner. Reg. with leader: Elaine Kerrigan, gowithinyoga@aol.com or 781-335-5464. CO-leader: TBA

Sat., Nov. 4, 10 a.m. - 1p.m., Paddle the Concord River past the Minuteman National Historical Park (INTRO), lunch and walk at Great Meadows. PFD's required. Rentals available at put-in. L Warren Thompson dwarrent@gis.net, 781-275-7716 CL Mary Mady mmady@mindspring.com

Fri - Sun, Nov. 10 - 12, (INTRO) Yoga & Hiking in the White Mountains: Connect the mind & body! Enjoy yoga & hiking daily surrounded by the mountains of Crawford Notch. Hikes will be 5 -7 miles. $130 covers 2 nights lodging at Shapleigh bunk house (at Highland Center), 2 brkfsts, Sat. dinner. Reg. with L: Elaine Kerrigan, gowithinyoga@aol.com  781-335-5464 or CL: TBA

Sat., Nov. 18, Mt. Monadnock Day Hike (INTRO), Summit Mt. Monadnock via the Red Spot trail. Short but strenuous hike of approximately 6 miles. Spectacular views. Be prepared for cold and windy conditions above tree line. Must have previous hiking experience and be in good physical condition. Après-hike in Peterborough. Contact L Dennis Blejer (Blejer@LL.MIT.edu), 978-443-1743, before 9 pm. CL TBA.

Thurs. - Sun., Nov 23 - 26, Thanksgiving Weekend in Conway Village NH. Another great weekend, this time at the Conway Hostel in the White Mountain Valley. Trip starts Thursday evening for a Potluck Thanksgiving or come later after your obligations. Outdoors activities dependent on Nov. weather in the White Mountains, possibly hiking, X-C skiing, skating, or even a late season bike ride! $110 covers 3 nights, 3 breakfasts, and 2 dinners. Reg. w/ L Lynn Matt lmatt2002@hotmail.com CL TBA

Thurs. - Mon., Dec. 28 - Jan 1 (INTRO) New Years Mini-Vacation in the White Mountains, X - C Skiing, snowshoeing, skating, relaxing, enjoying good company. $350 covers 4 nts lodging at Pembrook Lodge (LOF), in Woodstock, NH 4 brkfsts, 3 dinners, wine tasting, New Year's celebration, and other surprises Reg. With L. Kathy Didier kdidier@suchmail.com  603-726-3553 Ls Nancy DiMeo, Bob DiMeo, BNDimeo@charter.net  978-649-6255. Sarah Adams, sjadams@fas.harvard.edu  781-648-3766. From Nov.16 - Dec.10, please contact Nancy or Bob DiMeo or Sarah Adams