5 plus miles, rain or shine or snow
Hike through Angelica Park to Sheerlund Forest-Nolde area. We will hike a new trail in Angelica Park and also roads leading to Sheerlund Forest area. We will encounter one long incline (also known as THE HILL !!). Lunch later.
Meeting place: 10:00 am, Angelica parking lot off Rt. 10, Morgantown Road
For further information or directions, contact: 610-775-7453
BCHC is a hiking club that is located in Berks County, PA. The club was first organized in the Fall of 1921. This is the official club site. We list weekly hikes that range from short easy strolls to strenuous hikes. The type of hike depends on the leaders that volunteer to fill our quarterly schedules. This site lists some of the recent scheduled weekly Saturday hikes.
Friday, November 20, 2009
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Saturday November 21, 2009 - Hills and Valley of Nolde Forest
This will be a great but hilly hike through the hills and valleys of Nolde forest. Bring good shoes, water and snacks. Contact hike leader if weather is questionable.
MEET: 10:00 am, at the Church Road parking lot
For further information and directions, contact: 610-777-4223
MEET: 10:00 am, at the Church Road parking lot
For further information and directions, contact: 610-777-4223
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Saturday November 14, 2009 - Maiden Creek/ Lake Ontelaunee (The OTHER Side)
4 miles
This hike will be mostly on access roads, trails and flat grassy areas by the water, then circle back along farm fields and through the woods. It will include a few easy climbs. Wear Orange! May be damp in some areas if the ground is not frozen.
Meeting place: 10:00 am, Moselem Springs Inn (Intersection of Routes 222 & 662)
For further information and directions, contact: 610-562-0207
This hike will be mostly on access roads, trails and flat grassy areas by the water, then circle back along farm fields and through the woods. It will include a few easy climbs. Wear Orange! May be damp in some areas if the ground is not frozen.
Meeting place: 10:00 am, Moselem Springs Inn (Intersection of Routes 222 & 662)
For further information and directions, contact: 610-562-0207
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Saturday November 7, 2009 - Hamburg Reservoir To Port Clinton
6+ miles moderate to strenuous with climbs, rocks and steep descent to Port Clinton
Come out for an adventure starting with an uphill climb to ridgeline, following forested path to another ascent and onto outstanding views of Hamburg and beyond (no leaves). Bring water, snacks and wear sturdy boots. Food afterwards; suggestions taken.
Meeting place: 9:15 am, at Port Clinton Playground, Off of Route 61 North - first left upon entering Port Clinton, then straight back to parking area.
For further information or directions, contact: 610-775-2677
Come out for an adventure starting with an uphill climb to ridgeline, following forested path to another ascent and onto outstanding views of Hamburg and beyond (no leaves). Bring water, snacks and wear sturdy boots. Food afterwards; suggestions taken.
Meeting place: 9:15 am, at Port Clinton Playground, Off of Route 61 North - first left upon entering Port Clinton, then straight back to parking area.
For further information or directions, contact: 610-775-2677