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Outdoor Recreation

​Explore and Enjoy Our Great Outdoors

​The Community Senior Center coordinates seasonal outdoor activities suited to all ability levels. They can vary year to year depending on interest level, but typically include those listed here. Dates, times, locations and other details are listed in the weekly calendar.

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Nature Hikes

Nature hikes for all ability levels help improve fitness and provide opportunities to make new friends. Our nearby trails range from easy paths along the Winooski to moderate forest trails and more rigorous routes like the annual hike to the top of Camel’s Hump.

​Guide / Instructor:
Yes
Equipment: Hiking shoes, backpack
Notes: Bring water, snacks
​Fees: None

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Nordic Walking

​Nordic walking on flat terrain is an easy-paced year-round activity that helps improve overall fitness while having fun with fellow walkers. The use of hiking poles helps strengthen the upper body, while walking delivers cardio benefits.

​Guide / Instructor:
Yes
Equipment: Requires hiking poles, walking shoes
Notes: Bring water, snacks
Fees: None

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Kayaking

Kayaking offers excellent conditioning benefits and a chance to enjoy the beauty of the Winooski River and several nearby ponds and reservoirs. Knowledgeable guides lead groups of all abilities, and offer instruction and some history of the waterways in this easy-to-learn activity.

​Guide / Instructor:
Yes
Equipment: Bring or rent
​Notes: Bring water, snacks
Fees: None

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History Walks

History walks combine exercise, social contact and a perspective on our towns' pasts. Local tour guides highlight points of architectural interest and offer anecdotes about residents and events from our heritage.

​Guide / Instructor:
Yes
Equipment: Walking shoes
Notes: Bring water, snacks
​Fees: None

CSC Golf and Croquet

Golf and Croquet

Golf and croquet provide friendly competition and exercise at an enjoyable, easy pace. Croquet is played on local lawn areas, and veterans instruct newcomers. Group golf lessons and playing time are available at specially discounted Senior Center rates at an area course.

​Golf: Guide / Instructor: Yes
Equipment: Bring or rent
Notes: Bring water, snacks
Fees: Green fee; CSC discount

Croquet: Guide / Instructor: Yes
Equipment: Available free
Notes: Bring water, snacks
Fees: None

CSC Group Skiing

Group Skiing

Group skiing is a great way to meet and ski with other seniors at our nearby Bolton Valley ski area. Group ski lessons are also available from the facility’s instructors at special rates for Senior Center members.

Guide / Instructor: Lessons
Equipment: Bring or rent
Notes: Bring or buy refreshments on site
​Fees: Lift tickets; lessons

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Community Senior Center  |  PO Box 508, Richmond, VT 05477 | ​A 501 (c) (3) nonprofit 
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  • Home
  • Programs
    • Video Programs
    • Outdoor Recreation
    • Learning & Enrichment
    • Indoor Crafts & Activities
    • Health & Wellness
    • Entertainment
  • Newsletter
  • About
    • Vision & Mission
    • Our Board
    • Committees
    • Annual Report
    • Contact
  • Resources
  • Ways to Help
  • Donate