Fall is the best time to explore the wilds and to let the wild in you out. Bass River State Forest volunteer Master Naturalist Kathy Gardiner invites you to bring your dog (s) along on a 3- to 5-mile hike inthe foreston Saturday, Nov. 9.

You don’t have to own a dog to participate, but you must like dogs and like to walk with dogs – up to 15 will be in the pack.

Dogs must be on a leash at all times. Meet at the Forest Office parking lot on Stage Road at 9 a.m. Bring water for you and your dog. Heavy rain cancels.

Register by calling the Bass River State Forest Office at 609-296-1114 orGardiner at 609-296-6574.