Bears Den Reservation,  New Salem MA

A Hike Sponsored by the Naturalists Club of Springfield MA

Sat Sept 23, 2023

10am  -- 2PM

Register: Dori oasisinthestorm@gmail.com

The short easy trails lead to a beautiful waterfall and steep granite cliffs where the Swift River passes through. We will explore the 70-foot gorge and the waterfall (cascades). 

This Trustees of Reservations property is where local Native people celebrated victories against white settlers in the late 1600s, and where Metacomet (King Philip) and other area chiefs met to plan attacks on local towns who threatened their safety and way of life. In days gone by this was also the location of pastures and a mill.

Wear sturdy hiking boots, dress for the weather and bring bug spray, camera, water and snack/lunch.