Being surrounded by the beauty of the Cape feels like we’re living in a postcard! On this early morning walk we’ll slow down to immerse ourselves in the Preserve’s beautiful kaleidoscope of sights and sounds, then pause to sketch or write about a small feature or larger scene, or just sit quietly and contemplate—your choice, personal, and for you only. No writing or art experience needed, and all supplies provided. Please bring your cell phone for taking pictures to sketch or write from. Later, from 5-7 pm, you may wish to attend the Addison Gallery’s (Orleans) opening of “Preserving Our Land and Life,” benefiting Harwich Conservation Trust and featuring paintings of the Preserve. 

Meet at 7:45 am to sign in and stretch. We’ll begin walking promptly at 8. Hosted by Sue Moynihan with Sweep TBD. Read to the bottom for directions to the meeting point.

Prerequisite: Instructional clinic and interest in nature observation, journaling or sketching
Distance: ~1.3 miles. No shorter or turn-back option.
Pace: Slow, with several stops, focused on nature observation. 15-20 minutes for reflection, writing, or sketching.
Terrain: Level, hard-packed path

For Your Safety: Consider the weather forecast when booking a walk. WATER MUST BE CARRIED ON ALL WALKS! In consideration of personal and group safety, if you arrive without water, you will not be allowed to walk. Dress for the weather and protect yourself from the elements. Choose appropriate footwear for trail conditions. Use repellent to protect yourself from ticks, which are active year-round.

• Limit 1 walk per day.
• Wear your CCNW ID badge.
• Carry bug spray.
• Mix of sun & shade.
• No restroom or water available. Bring tissue in a plastic bag in case of a bio break need.
• If your plans change, kindly cancel your booking at least 24 hours in advance of walk start time so other walkers may join.

Walk may be canceled, changed, or rescheduled for weather (steady rain, thunder/lightning, heat index of 91 degrees or higher) or other reasons. Cancellation decision will be made at least 2 hours in advance. **Check your email (including spam) and this walk listing and comments, below, before driving to the walk.** If a walk is canceled, registrants will receive a system-generated email, and the walk will no longer be visible in the event listing or on the calendar.

Meeting Point: Robert F. Smith Cold Brook Preserve, 203 Bank Street, Harwich, MA.

Directions:
From Rt. 39 in Harwich, take Bank Street 0.5 miles south to the restored firehouse and Preserve parking area on the left at #203 Bank Street.

From Rt. 28 in Harwich, take Bank Street 0.7 miles north to the restored firehouse and Preserve parking area on the right at #203 Bank Street.