Need to stretch those legs after the trip to reunion, or a stop on the way up to Hanover? How about a round of golf? Join the Class of 85, 86, 87 Golf Outing!
Have fun and see you at Thursday evening dinner!
Class presidents Valerie Hartman and Beth Hobbes were at a recent On the Road in New York City with College president Sian Beilock, where they were happy to see some fellow ’85s.
Many of you have expressed interest in hiking Mt. Moosilauke. John Gannon from the Class of ’87 has organized hikes and I, Jenny Gabler, will be on the Thursday morning one with a group of ‘85s.
The Hikes
There will be hikes on both Wednesday and Thursday. Each hike will leave from the downstairs area of the Ravine Lodge. John Gannon will be there each morning as we get started, and he plans to be the last one down each day. Others will help out with marking or standing at trail junctions along the way.
· Wednesday, June 17 — 10:00 AM
· Thursday, June 18 — 8:00 AM
Most of us will head up Gorge Brook Trail to the summit, then back down via the Carriage Road to the Snapper Trail. 7 miles, 2,500 feet of elevation gain and loss. Two hours up and two down is a good estimate for those who are very active. We are planning on an easy 5 – 6 hours pace for the entire group, including breaks.
AllTrails: Moosilauke Hike
What to Bring
· Trail sneakers or lightweight boots are best. The current style of running shoes with energy soles is not at all good for hiking.
· Two liters of water
· Lunch
· Food to share: gummies (no, not that kind), chocolate, fruit, bars
· Layers (the summit is above treeline and can be 15°F colder than the base, often windy). Rain gear.
· Basic first aid. Sunscreen.
Phones and WHATSAPP
There is no wifi at the Lodge and no cell service nearby. So download the AllTrails app and maps before you arrive.
Any questions, let me know.
Jenny Gabler (203-858-1649)
There’s a whole store full of great Class of 1985 40th Reunion items to get you ready for Hanover and remember it long after June. Choose from fleeces, T-shirts, drinkware, hats, and more and get in the spirit!
Treat Yourself!
For those that would like to come early to reunion and recreate their Freshman Trips experience, the reunion classes (’85, ’86 and ’87) will be taking over the Moosilauke Ravine Lodge (“MRL”) on Wednesday, June 17th. You can:
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We are working on arranging a contra dance on June 17th evening – stay tuned!
We are also working on arranging current student guides for the Thursday morning hike – stay tuned!
We have 30 guaranteed slots for the Class of ’85 – please use this link to reserve your place – https://forms.gle/TVnZQL3bdxgyk7bM9
Some additional notes on the stay –
Accommodations are rustic; 4 bunkhouses with hostel-style shared bunkrooms. Let the Lodge know if you have specific accessibility needs. Bathrooms and showers are located in the main building. Step-free access is available via the lower access road, and the main building has an elevator. Most folks like to bring their own bedding. Linens and sleeping bags are available for rent for $8. Wool blankets and pillowcases are available for free. There is no cell service or Wi-Fi. There is a landline phone guests are welcome to use.
Dinner is served family-style at 6:30 PM
Breakfast is served at 7:30 a.m., and bagged lunches are available if requested 24 hours in advance.
Please do not bring any hard alcohol, but you can bring wine and beer.
(Moosilauke photo by Alex Wells)
Our 40th Reunion (June 18 – 21, 2026) is all about community. Our reunion tagline “Decades Apart, Still A Fit For Your Heart,” speaks to the strong pull that Dartmouth has on each of us, despite the years that have passed since we were undergrads on the Hanover Plain. Whether it be your academic memories, your love of Hanover, your passion for your extracurricular pastime, the pull of the outdoors, the nostalgia you feel, or the power of the lifelong friendships that continue to sustain you, join us in June. Connect with people you treasure and meet soon to be treasured classmates for the first time! Don’t be the missing piece of the puzzle! Watch your email for details and registration in the coming months and keep an eye out for info from the College about on-campus housing.
Shelley Nadel D’85 will invite you (virtually!) into her kitchen as she expands your knowledge of cooking AND financial essentials. Join us as Shelley helps us understand strategies to stop inflation from derailing your financial plan.
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Please join us on the road for two special Dartmouth in-person reunion celebrations for 24 classes (1960, ’61, ’65, ’66, ’70 ’71, ’97, ’80, ’81, ’85, ’86, ’87, ’90, ’91, ’95, ’96, 2000, ’01, ’02, ’09, ’10, ’11, ’15, ’16) in New York City and San Francisco.
Visit https://alumni.dartmouth.edu/engage/reunions for more details and registration.
San Francisco
March 31, 2022
6-8:45 p.m.
| The Pearl, 601 19th St, San Francisco, CA 94107 |
New York City
April 27, 2022
6-8:45 p.m.
| The Edison Ballroom, 240 W 47th St, New York, NY 10036 |
Class Co-President Beth Hobbs reports: “I just got back from a wonderful fall homecoming weekend in Hanover. I gathered with classmates and friends on Friday night to celebrate our Dartmouth traditions—Dartoberfest, the Homecoming parade, Dartmouth Night and the legendary bonfire. The ’24’s and ’25’s circled the spectacular fire together as it crackled and warmed everyone on the Green. We tailgated with old friends and new before catching the Big Green taking on the Yale Bulldogs at Memorial Field. It was great to witness a very exciting win during overtime!
Another highlight was meeting up with our 1985 Endowed Class Scholar—Ignacio (“Nacho”) Gutierrez who hails from Mexico. Since he is already feeling the “cold” weather, we presented him with a Dartmouth hat and scarf. We will keep in touch with him throughout the year and share stories and videos with you.
Valerie Hartman and our Class Officer team have a great year planned–hope to see you at upcoming virtual and in-person events.”
Beth Hobbs put together this handy cheat sheet for Homecoming events.
Friday – 5-7 Alumni Tent in front of Alumni Gym for Dartoberfest beers. At 7:00, line up with class for Alumni Parade around Green, Dartmouth Night and Bonfire. No Top of the Hop. Alumni Tent beers start up again at 9pm.
Saturday – 11-1 Parent and Family Tent by tennis courts. 1:00 Yale Game. 4:00-6:00 Alumni Reunion Event for classes that held virtual reunions. Classes included close to ours are ’79, ’80, ’81, ’86, ’87s.
Finally, free swag at Blunt 2-5 Friday/9-11 Saturday and for 1769 DCF folk 10-12 Saturday in front of Parkhurst/or at game under goal posts.