General Club Facts:

Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States
Membership in the BCHC is $10.00 per person per year in order to receive the quarterly newsletter. Further information on membership can be obtained when attending a scheduled hike. Other subgroups within the BCHC are the "Thursday Wanderers." Most hikes are followed by a dinner stop. We call ourselves "The Eating Club with a Hiking Disorder"! ****Hiking and Trail Guidelines: ** Be courteous & stay behind the leader unless directed otherwise.** Offer $.10/mile to driver when carpooling. * *In the event of inclement weather, the hike may be canceled.** Please leave your pets at home.**If unable to keep a club commitment, please find a replacement. * Wear blaze orange during hunting season (Sept 1 to last day of Feb). * Appropriate footwear and attire should match the type of hike.** If you leave the hike early, notify the hike leader or ask someone to do that for you.** Bring water and food as the hike description and weather demand.* * Hiking involves risk. Come out prepared and know your capabilities. Each hiker is responsible for their own safety and well-being.

Saturday, September 20, 2014

Saturday October 4, 2014 - Hamburg Reservoir/ Port Clinton

6+ miles, moderate to strenuous

This hike along the Appalachian Trail is rated moderate to strenuous due to climbs, rocks
and steep descents. Starting with uphill to ridge-line following a forested path to 2nd short ascent with an outstanding view of Hamburg/Cabela’s complex and hopefully vibrant fall
colors. We will stop for lunch on the trail before descending down the switchback to Port Clinton.
Meeting place: 9:00 am, Port Clinton Playground – 1st left off of Rt. 61 when entering Port Clinton

For further information and directions, contact:  610-775-2677 or 610-301-7271 (cell)

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