🌊 Beginner Nordic Walk at Low Tide – Explore Lawrence Island! 🌾

Ever dreamed of walking to an island? Now’s your chance! Join us for a beginner-friendly Nordic walk to Lawrence Island in Cataumet — a hidden gem you can reach by foot during low

Meet at 8:45 am [15 minutes prior to walk time] for sign-in and stretching to begin walking promptly at 9:00 am.

Hosted by: Carla Fogaren with sweep TBD.

Prerequisite: Instructional clinic and physical ability to do the pace, length and varied terrain described.

Distance: 1 ½ mile to 2 miles No turn-back or shorter options available.

Pace: Slow to moderate on flat areas

Terrain:  In total, this sand-covered trail runs for about a mile with a few board bridges through the marsh.

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.

Perfect for new walkers or anyone looking to soak up the beauty of Buzzards Bay at a gentle pace. Come connect with nature — and your poles!

🏝️ No boat needed — just your nordic poles and a sense of adventure!
🌿 Stroll a sandy trail across salt marshes
🌅 Enjoy stunning views of Squeteague & Megansett Harbors
🦅 Spot coastal birds and boats from this wild, undeveloped shoreline

—Limit 1 walk per day and 3 bookings per week (Sunday to Saturday) to give others the chance to walk. If you are already holding 3 bookings for the week of this walk, please do not sign up.

—Wear your CCNW ID badge

— Rubber tips for boardwalks

—Wear older shoes in case we encounter some muddy spots

—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 or other reasons. Cancellation decision will be made at least 2 hours in advance. Check your email (including spam) 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.

🚗 Driving Directions

1. From West Yarmouth, MA:
   • Take MA-28 W toward Falmouth.
   • Continue on MA-28 W for approximately 20 miles.
   • Turn right onto MA-151 W/North Falmouth Highway and continue for about 3.5 miles.
   • Turn left onto County Road and proceed for 1.2 miles.
   • Turn right onto Scraggy Neck Road.
   • After about 0.5 miles, turn left onto Grasslands Lane.
   • Proceed to the end of Grasslands Lane.
2. Parking:
   • Limited on-street parking is available along Grasslands Lane.
   • Please respect private property and avoid blocking driveways.