Offered by Norwich Historical Society

This tour explores the stories of women who once lived on Main Street. We will hear the stories of women whose voices have not been heard as well as tales of women who stated their cases for change.

Tour begins and ends at the Norwich Bandstand and lasts about 45 minutes.

Offered by Norwich Public Library

Carolyn of Fresh And Foraged will lead a group on a walk from the library to the Norwich Nature Area, pointing out edible plants and fungi along the way. We are capping the group size at 20, so please sign up HERE to reserve your spot.

Offered by Norwich Trails Committee

Bring your kids on an after school hike to explore the Upper Ballard Trail and Converse Trail. Parents and kids (in packs or on foot) of all ages welcome. We’ll adjust the length of our hike to accommodate the ages and capabilities of those hiking.

This tour will be led by Cody Williams. Meet at the Upper Ballard Trail parking area, 3.9 miles up Beaver Meadow Road from the Norwich Inn. Look for a widened area on the left, just before Tucker Hill Road. Please park nose-in to maximize space!

Offered by Norwich Historical Society

In the years leading up to the Civil War, Norwich residents wrestled with the issue of anti-slavery. This tour explores the variety of perspectives in these antebellum years and tells the story of how the community came together during the war.

Walk begins and ends at the Norwich Bandstand and lasts about 45 minutes.

Offered by Norwich Historical Society

Explore the history of Union Village on this walking tour. Learn about how water powered the early mills and created a village.

This walk begins and ends at the Methodist Church and lasts about 1 hour.

Offered by Norwich Trails Committee & NHS

Join us for a fascinating walk back in time to envision what the settlement might have been like 200 years ago. Bring your imagination! Our hike will include several old house and barn foundations as well as the Parkhurst Cemetery. Wear your hiking boots and bring your imagine for this lovely hike in the woods. Easy to moderate trail hiking, approximately 2-4 miles.

Meet at Norwich Historical Society at 1:00 pm and we’ll carpool to the start.

Offered by Norwich Historical Society

Visit the graves of six Revolutionary War soldiers and learn about Norwich’s experiences in the War as a frontier town.

This tour will meet at the Fairview Cemetery gate on Beaver Meadow Road and last approximately 1 hour.

Offered by Norwich Conservation Commission

A hike through various forest stand ages and types on the way to one of the most mature sugar maple stands in Norwich with stops along the way to discuss forest structure.

Meet at Brookmead Conservation Area parking lot (595 Turnpike Rd). Hike lasts about 2 hours.  Rain Date: October 25.

For more information: email Craig Layne, norwichconservationcommission@gmail.com

Offered by Emily Myers, Norwich University Alum

Did you know that there was once a military school right in the center of Norwich?

Join Emily Myers for this walk around Main Street to see sites once connected to Norwich University.

This tour should last about 45 minutes. It begins and ends at the bandstand.

Offered by Norwich Recreation Department

Costumed walk in the Milton Frye Nature Area.  Local organizations have tables along the route with treats for all attendees.