2008 Tiki Torch Trek Wrap-up

WOW! That pretty-well sums up the evening! Light fluffy snow was falling late Saturday afternoon as people began arriving before 5:00pm. A shuttle van carried people the short distance to the trailhead near the Hartland fire station. There, people donned their skis and snowshoes for the short trip to the food and bonfire area. We had plenty of food including some awesome cheese soup, chili, sandwiches, and a varied selection of dessert treats. These were donated by local businesses including BG's Market, Cedar Mountain Farm, Mike's, Simon Pearce, Skunk Hollow Tavern, and Stella's Restaurant, as well as many generous "friends" of Hartland Winter Trails. As some sat around the bonfire and listened to music, others ventured out onto nearby trails to follow the tiki torches and luminaries that guided the way. Poems by Robert Frost were scattered along the way, where they were lit by torch light.

The turn-out was truly amazing! Well over 100 people - many of whom were young children - experienced the magic of the evening, as the snow fell lightly. Thanks so much to everyone who came and shared this experience with volunteers from Hartland Winter Trails.

It is snowing heavily as I write this, with a very fluffy powder - perfect for skis and snowshoes. Get out there and enjoy it!