POP UP ADVENTURE: Walk and Swim at Riverside Park with Diane Morgan

ABOUT THE EVENT:
Join Golden Dog for a Local Adventure Guide outing with Diane Morgan, owner of 603 Dog Pawprint Hats, at Riverside Park in Raymond, NH with a social after at Big Dog Pub in Deerfield, NH.

Diane will lead us on an easy, relaxed 2-mile trail hike through Riverside Park, a 62-acre wooded town park along the Lamprey River. This walk in the woods includes wide, mostly flat trails, natural wooded sections, open field areas, and scenic spots that meander along the river.

Along the way, dogs will have time to sniff, explore, and enjoy the natural setting. Weather and river conditions permitting, there may also be opportunities for dogs to cool off or splash near the Lamprey River.

This outing will include:

• A relaxed 2-mile group trail walk
• Wide, mostly flat wooded trails
• Scenic sections along the Lamprey River
• Opportunities for sniffing, exploring, and nature-based enrichment
• Possible water access for dogs, depending on conditions
• Time to enjoy a quieter local spot with other Golden Dog members

At the Social:

After the walk, we’ll head to Big Dog Pub in Deerfield, a 9-mile drive from the trail, for a casual post-adventure social on their dog-friendly patio. This will be a great chance to relax, grab food or drinks, connect with the Golden Dog community, and continue enjoying time together after the walk.

With the support of Golden Dog, you’ll learn how to navigate the venue in a way that helps both you and your dog feel more comfortable. We’ll help you create space when needed, recognize when your dog needs a break, and advocate for them with more confidence around other people, dogs, and activity.

*The Local Adventure Guide Program partners with trusted community members to lead dog-friendly adventures while building connection, confidence, and local community.

IS THIS EVENT GOOD FOR REACTIVE DOGS?
Reactive Dog Level 2. See our Comfort Chart for explanation. Riverside Park is best suited for dogs who can handle a relaxed group walk in a natural public setting. The trails are mostly wide and flat, which should allow room for spacing, but the park may include other visitors, families, children, dogs, and activity near the field, playground, dog park, or river. This outing would be a good fit for dogs who enjoy walking with other dogs at a distance, but it may not be ideal for dogs who are highly reactive to dogs, children, or sudden activity. If you have concerns or questions about if this event is right for your dog, please email woof@goldendognh.com for assistance.

TRAIL RATING:
Riverside Park is rated as Level 1 Moderate. See an explanation of our Trail Rating System.

COST: Tickets are limited to 15 people. Scroll down to purchase.

• Golden Dog Members – $25/person (Your special pricing will be reflected in the CART.)
• Not-yet members – $35/person
• Purchase a 10-walk punch card for discounted events (good for Pack and Pop Up Adventures)
• If you are paying for this event with a punch card or free pass, email rsvp@goldendognh.com with “RSVP Pop Up Adventure: Walk and Swim at Riverside Park” in the subject line. Thank you!

Full refund issued if cancellation received 48 hours prior to event start time, otherwise no refund if canceled after. 

MEET YOUR GUIDE: DIANE MORGAN
Diane is the owner of 603 Dog Pawprint Hats, a local New Hampshire business offering pawprint-themed hats for dog lovers. A longtime outdoor enthusiast, Diane enjoys long walks with her two rescue dogs, along with geocaching, hiking, golfing, and gardening. Before launching her hat business, she spent 30 years in the event planning field, bringing people together through thoughtful, well-organized experiences. As a Golden Dog Local Adventure Guide, Diane is excited to share a favorite local trail and create a relaxed, welcoming outing for dogs and their people.

DIRECTIONS/PARKING:
Riverside Park is located at 98 Sundeen Pkwy in Raymond, NH – all the details will be emailed to guests 24 hours prior to the event.

Big Dog Pub is located at 43 North Road in Deerfield, NH.

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE JOINING AN EVENT:
Please review our Club Guidelines, sign our Liability Waivers & Release Forms, and read our covid guidelines on our Events & Activities page.

CANCELLATIONS:
If weather or covid conditions make gathering and walking unsafe, the event will be cancelled and announced in the Event section of the Facebook Group and on this Calendar page. Participants will also receive a cancellation email.

QUESTIONS:
If you have questions, text/call (603) 815-2453 or email woof@goldendognh.com.