Activities: No registration required

Turtles & Snails | Off Season Hikes

Thursdays | October – April

Our hikes are easy, usually 3 to 5 miles on Thursday mornings. Although our hikes are easy, we often have some “Snails” who are a bit slower and don’t want to walk as far. Perfect for newcomers or anyone acclimating!  We want everyone to feel comfortable enjoying our beautiful mountains with us.

Only during the winter, spring and fall months, we use an email list to send out hikes, trailhead directions, time and suggested equipment (boots, poles, snowshoes, yaktrax, spikes) depending on the weather and trail conditions.  Our hikes continue to take place on Thursday mornings, but the times may change. Emails are sent a day or two before the hike with location and time. This email list will be used throughout the offseason fall, winter and spring months. To be added to the email list, please send your name and email address to Pat Kopystianskyj (pkopysti@comcast.net)

Summit Annual Rummage Sale

Every August

AUGUST 7 – 13, 2023

The Summit Annual Rummage Sale is sponsored by the Summit Seniors.

Let’s get ready to RUMMAGE!!

Lots of volunteers are needed for the RUMMAGE SALE.

Help is needed from August 7 – 13th in preparation, working the sale.

We are also in need of area co-coordinators. 

Click here for list of items that can be donated, more information on the RUMMAGE SALE, or to volunteer.  Please call Brenda at 815-258-5843 or email BHAlberico@gmail.com for more information,

The proceeds from this sale greatly assist with nonprofits and organizations in Summit County. 

Summit Older Bushwhackers (SOBs)

Tuesdays, 8:30 AM  | June – Mid October

Summit Older Bushwhackers (SOBs) do intermediate backcountry trail hikes on Tuesdays, mostly in Summit County. These typically range from 4 – 7 miles and with 400 – 1500 ft of elevation gain. They are led by volunteer trip leaders, usually a different leader each week. We meet from June through mid October, weather permitting. We usually leave the car-pool location at 8:30 and are back between 12 and (rarely) 2 pm.  For more information, call Jim Fleshman at 281-507-1059 or email rjftex@gmail.com.

GALS Group

First Wednesday of the month at 4:00PM

This is a women’s  social group, open to all women that are members of the Summit Seniors.  GALS usually meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 4PM at a restaurant or a member’s home. Participants bring an appetizer to share and a beverage of their choice if meeting at a private home. These gatherings provide an opportunity to meet  new friends, exchange ideas and the potential for planning future shared experiences.  Contact either Bev Muraski at 937-307-9914 or Carole Woodbury at 303-437-5622, the GALS co-chairs, for up to date information.

Canine Companions

Wednesdays, 9 AM | May – October

Moderate Wednesday hikes at a leisurely pace, with furry friends welcome — Those unfortunate to not be owned by a dog are also welcome.  The group meets at 9:00 AM. to carpool or at a trailhead. Bring leashes. For more details, please call Howard Brown at 970-468-2313 or email brown.howard2@gmail.com.

Turtles & Snails | Summer Hikes

Thursdays | May – September

Our summer hikes are published on this web page from May through September. Our hikes are easy, usually 3 to 5 miles on Thursday mornings. Although our hikes are easy we often have some “Snails” who are a bit slower and don’t want to walk as far. Perfect for newcomers or anyone acclimating! We want everyone to feel comfortable enjoying our beautiful mountains with us. 

Cross Country Skiing Group

Wednesdays | December 7 – March 29

Cross country skiing with designated leader, info provided for trail difficulty, distance, and elevation gain. Moderate-level backcountry trails on Wednesdays, meeting place and start time varies week to week. A weekly email is sent out with details. The distances are usually four to six miles roundtrip. Outings are suitable for all levels of skiers that have mastered snowplow and herringbone skills. You will need backcountry skis with metal edges and fish scales, or know how to wax and/or bring skins.

After some outings a volunteer host will provide a light lunch in his or her home.(A $7- $10 donation is recommended). Contact the host by Monday noon, as reservations are limited. New this year we are also meeting at a variety of restaurants mixed in with some tailgating parties as weather permits.

For more information contact Joyce Bearse at 508-280-4910 or Joyce@JoyceBearse.com.