Welcome to Cook’s Farm, a former dairy farm in historic Sandwich. We’ll explore the Pond View, and the South Loop Trails. Because of the hills and cross-slope on the South Loop, I’ve labeled the walk as Intermediate for terrain, but the pace will be slow to moderate, with opportunities to stop for water and photos. The views of the pond are lovely. The trails are shady and well marked, and when I was there recently, I saw a family of swans, swallowtail and monarch butterflies, and some beautiful wild flowers.

 Meet at 8:45 AM for sign-in and stretching to begin walking promptly at 9:00. Hosted by Alyson Larrabee with Sweep TBD.

—Prerequisite: Instructional Clinic

—Distance: 1.5 miles. No turn-back or shorter option. 

—Pace: Slow to moderate

—Terrain: roots, rocks, hills, low stone walls

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 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.  

— Poison ivy, tiny flies so use bug spray. Carbide tips are best.

—Restrooms and water are not 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.

Directions: We’ll park across the street from Cook’s Farm, behind the permanently closed Henry T Wing School at 33 Water Street in Sandwich. Follow Route 130 towards Sandwich Center. Coming from the North, it’s on the left, after the center. Coming from the south, it’s on the right, before the center.