Schuylkill River/ Elverson Walking Club - Saturday July 14, 2007

5.5 Miles

We will join with members of the Elverson Walking Club for a 5.5 mile loop hike along both sides of the Schuykill River, between routes 113 & 29. If the river should be extra high or the banks muddy, our alternate hike will be out and back on the 2.5 mile Canal Towpath in Monte Clair. Lunch afterwards at the Fitzwater Station.

Meeting Place: 9:00 am at the Lock 60 parking area which can be reached via an approach road to the west that is on the route 29 bridge over the Schuykill, just north of Phoenixville...look for a sign directing you to Lock 60.

For further directions or information, contact: 610-913-0284

Mystery Hike - Saturday July 7, 2007

??? Miles (??? Difficulty)

Weather determines distance and place. Wear boots, bring water and snacks. Be ready for anything!

Meeting Place: 9:00 am, Boyer's IGA, at routes 422 & 419 in Womelsdorf

For further directions or information, contact: 610-589-5575

Pictures from Winterthur Hike!

Left to right:

1. Two hikers check out the grounds
2. Interesting tree shot
3. Beth and Susie take a rest
4. Peek-a-boo, I caught you on camera too!
   

Susquehannock State Park, Lancaster - Saturday June 30, 2007

3 miles (moderate to difficult)

Hike Landis Trail through the forest to Overlook Trail. At Hawk Point Overlook there is a cliffside view of the Susquehanna River & Islands; notably Mt. Johnson Island - the world's first bald eagle sanctuary. Short hike to Wissler's Run Overlook (look for Osprey nests.) Make a short, steep descent with switchbacks to Wissler's Run stream along Rhododendron Trail & then gradual descent to parking lot. Hiking poles, water, and sturdy boots are recommended. Optional lunch stop afterwards at place to be determined.

Meeting Place: 9:00 am, Ollie's parking lot (at closed Giant supermarket & AC Moore) intersection of business routes 222 and 724 in Shillington.

For further directions and information contact: 610-376-9581

Shillington Area - Saturday June 23, 2007

approx. 5 miles (moderate)

Hike & enjoy a diverse terrain of wooded trails, sidewalks, parklands, and a few hills through Shillington.

Meeting Place: 10:00 am at Shillington Park off of Route 724

For further information or directions contact: 610-775-7453

Hamburg Reservoir To Port Clinton - Saturday June 16, 2007

6+ miles (moderate to strenuous climbs/ descent/ some rocks)

Come out for an active hike on the AT - get those legs & lungs in shape, starting with an uphill climb to the ridge line, following a forested path to another ascent, and onto outstanding views of farmlands, the Schuykill River, Cabela's, and Hamburg. We will then descend down a series of switchbacks to Port Clinton. Bring water, snacks, and boots. The "carrot on the stick" is food afterwards at a local eatery. (suggestions taken)

1st Meeting Place: 8:30 am at Redner's on Route 61 North in Leesport

2nd Meeting Place: 9:15 am at Port Clinton Playground off of Route 61 North in Port Clinton (call for directions)

For further directions and information contact: 610-775-2677

Suedburg DC&R Loop - Saturday June 9, 2007

11.2 miles (easy)

Hike and enjoy the scenic Swatara Creek. Pass the fossil pit & onto the Iron Pedestrian Bridge. Then return on the opposite side. Lunch at the Twin Grove Park Restaurant.

Meeting Place: 9:00 am at Boyer's IGA on Routes 422 & 419 in Womelsdorf

For further directions or information, contact: 610-603-9461