Continuing the Turkey Tramp tradition, let me be your guide since I used to work here. We will meet at the Trail head located 1/2 mile into Mashamoquet Brook State Park located on Route 44 in Pomfret, CT. This year we will walk counterclockwise. This 4 1/2 mile, moderate, dog on leash hike, will allow you to crawl into the historic Wolf Den; sit on Indian Chair, where Chief Uncas once sat; take a short water/snack break; visit Stephen Avery's revolutionary War grave site; get post thanksgiving exercise and enjoy good company for a peaceful fun time. Please meet at 10:30 AM for an 11 AM sharp start. We will have an optional late lunch around 2:15 PM at the Vanilla Bean Cafe. This event is also listed with other groups - Chiltern Mountain Club & CT Pride Hikers. For park info: http://ct.gov.cwp/view.asp?a=2716&q=325238. There are no fees at this time of year.

From Hartford: 84 east to exit 69 to 44 east. Boston, Providence, Worcester and New London: take best route to 395 to exit 93 to 101 west to 44 west. Park is located about 2 miles from 101/44 junction on left side. For GPS, use 276 Mashamoquet Road, Pomfret, CT. Do not use office location at 147 Wolf Den Drive. Park and meet at trailhead 1/2 mile into park. Look for red Prius.

www.thevanillabeancafe.com is located at 456 Deerfield Rd, Pomfret center, CT at the intersection of Rt 169, RT 44, & Rt 97.