October 10, 2013 (Huntington, Vermont) – The Camels Hump Nordic Skiers Association (CHNSA) is a 35 kilometers-plus trail system, ranging from carefully groomed skating runs to barely discernable backcountry challenges, located on unique mix of public and private lands in Huntington Vermont.

This past year, with the help of a grant we’ve received from Vermont Forests, Parks, and Recreation, we’ve created a really fun, groomed route to the top of 1800’ Cobble Hill with 360 degree views of Camel’s Hump, Lake Champlain, and the surrounding foothills.  A new south end parking area at the height of land on Bert White Road will double parking capacity, and our new warming hut will welcome skiers there.

The  Bear Scat Draw,  Skunk Brook, and Snake trails have had significant work done, making them more groomable and sustainable. Also, a new 3-4km loop on the west slope of Crow Hill on higher elevation terrain is in progress.  And, with the logging activity of the past several years complete, the northern area trails, including Echo Woods, will be open again.

The Annual Meeting of the CHNSA will be held on December 1 at 3 PM, at the new warming hut at the top of Bert White Road, in Huntington.

For more information, see the website, here.

Directions:
From I-89, exit 14, towards Richmond. Right at light, stay on main    road towards Huntington (8 miles). In the village of Huntington, pass the general store, Post Office, Bridge Street and bear left onto East Street. Proceed up East Street, changes name to Bert White Road (2 miles). Parking lots are on Handy Road and at the top of Bert White Road.

Fees:
Please pay the voluntary daily use fee of $10, or join the Association as a member ($75/person, $125 Family.) There are honor payment boxes at the parking areas, or join at the website. CHNSA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, devoted to deeper understanding and appreciation of the winter environment, and the mental and physical benefits of Nordic skiing and snowshoeing.

Rules:
Usual ski etiquette applies; snowshoers are welcome but please stay out of groomed tracks. No dogs please (you may see some dogs, these belong to the  landowners). Be aware the area is not patrolled, and be self-reliant and prepared.