Calendar of Events

Take a Hike! (and other recovery wellness events)

Welcome to Wilderness Programming for Addison Country (WPAC), also called “The Wolf Pack”! These events are open to persons in the community that are in recovery as well as their close friends and family. The group is organizing events throughout the summer with the goal of giving people an opportunity to gather and enjoy the outdoors together.

Rain or Shine! However…

The group will plan to hike rain or shine, however, in the event of thunder/lightning storms events may be postponed or cancelled. Communications will be made on the Turning Point of Addison County website and our Facebook page.

What to bring on our hikes:

Bring your own water and snacks.

The following items are suggested to ensure safety and maximum positive experience:

Backpack
Water
Snacks
Insect repellent
Headlamp/flashlight
Raincoat
Fleece pullover/sweatshirt
Comfortable sneakers or hiking shoes

Take a Hike with Us
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Bristol Public Health Vending Machine Ribbon Cutting
Nov
19
Narcan, Vending Machine, PHVM

Bristol Public Health Vending Machine Ribbon Cutting

Date: November 19th, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: 72 Munsill Ave, Bristol VT 05443

You’re invited! Join us to celebrate a new, stigma-free way to access free health and harm-reduction supplies—any time, day or night.

What is it? A free, self-serve public health vending machine offering items like:
• Naloxone (Narcan®)

• Fentanyl & xylazine test strips

• Wound-care and hygiene items

Why it matters: Quick, anonymous, 24/7 access to lifesaving and wellness supplies supports a healthier community.

Event Program (approx.)

4:00 PM — Welcome & community remarks

4:10 PM — Ribbon cutting

4:20 PM — Machine demo & Q&A 4:30 PM — Light refreshments & connection

Cost: Free! All are welcome

Accessibility: We aim to make this event welcoming to everyone. If you need accommodations, please reach out.

Hosted by: Turning Point Center of Addison County

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Battell Woods Trail
Oct
30
Hikes

Battell Woods Trail

Date: October 30th, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Meet at TAM Trailhead off of Seminary St. in Middlebury, VT.

This 2.5-mile network is part of the TAM and connects Murdock Nature Preserve and Means Woods. The trail passes through old hardwood forest and is popular with mountain bikers. It features a mix of packed earth and gravel surfaces.

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Battell Woods Trail
Aug
28
Hikes

Battell Woods Trail

Date: August 28th, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Meet at TAM Trailhead off of Seminary St. in Middlebury, VT.

This 2.5-mile network is part of the TAM and connects Murdock Nature Preserve and Means Woods. The trail passes through old hardwood forest and is popular with mountain bikers. It features a mix of packed earth and gravel surfaces.

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Middlbury Golf Course Loop
Aug
7
Hikes

Middlbury Golf Course Loop

Date: August 7, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Meet at Porter Field Road Parking Lot, off of South St. in Middlebury, VT.

This section of the Trail Around Middlebury (TAM) skirts the Middlebury College Golf Course and offers a mix of open and wooded terrain. It provides lovely views of the Adirondacks and is part of a larger 16-mile loop.

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Middlbury Golf Course Loop
Jul
3
Hikes

Middlbury Golf Course Loop

Date: July 3rd, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Meet at Porter Field Road Parking Lot, off of South St. in Middlebury, VT.

This section of the Trail Around Middlebury (TAM) skirts the Middlebury College Golf Course and offers a mix of open and wooded terrain. It provides lovely views of the Adirondacks and is part of a larger 16-mile loop.

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Battell Woods Trail
Jun
19
Hikes

Battell Woods Trail

Date: June 19th, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Meet at TAM Trailhead off of Seminary St. in Middlebury, VT.

This 2.5-mile network is part of the TAM and connects Murdock Nature Preserve and Means Woods. The trail passes through old hardwood forest and is popular with mountain bikers. It features a mix of packed earth and gravel surfaces.

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