Join local naturalist Chuck Hulse and fellow nature-enthusiasts for a casual nature ramble at the Ironwood Nature Trail in Grand Isle, VT. Who knows what natural wonders and curiosities we'll find!

Location: The trail begins at the corner of the intersection of East Shore Road South and the Grand Isle State Park access road. Highlights of the trail include: Numerous old iron wood trees (also called hardhack, or hop hornbeam), a 15-foot observation tower, wetland-forest plants, and an exposed bedrock dome with deep fissures which you will cross approximately 2/3 of the way around the loop. Round trip from the trailhead is approximately 1 mile. Click here for a trail map.

RSVPs are required for all 2021 SHLT events. Please RSVP Here.

COVID protocol information: As we begin to offer in-person events, we are taking great care to keep all participants, as well as our staff and volunteers safe. We are following all state mandates related to COVID-19. In addition, we will be:

1. limiting the number of participants to allow for social distancing, and requiring RSVPs.

2. requiring all participants aged 4 and older to be masked at all times.

3. requesting than any person who is ill or has been exposed to COVID-19 in the 14 days prior to the event not attend, and to notify us as soon as possible that you will not be attending.

Other Considerations: Participants under age 16 should be accompanied by an adult. We ask that you please leave pets at home.

Photo of Hop hornbeam by (c) Charlie Hohn – some rights reserved (CC BY)