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.

Monday, April 8, 2024

Saturday June 1, 2024 - Appalachian Trail at Port Clinton

Approx. 7.5 miles, moderate to strenuous 

This is not our typical hike but will offer great views and appreciation for the trail. This is an in-and-out hike with 50/50 ups and downs. We will also be doing some minor A.T. trail maintenance. Bring your hand nippers in your backpack if you would like to assist, or just enjoy the view! Bring enough water and snacks for during the hike. Lunch will take place afterwards at a local eatery to be decided by the group.

Meeting place: 9:30 A.M. At the Port Clinton Ball field

Directions: Route 61 North to Port Clinton, turn left from 61 onto Broad Street. At 2/10 mile, take second left on Pine Street. Ball field will be 400 feet ahead. 

GPS: Port Clinton Softball/Baseball Field (Port Clinton Recreation Park and Playground - 1001-1099 Schuylkill St, Port Clinton) 

For more information and further directions, contact: 610-223-6952

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Do not park on ANY railroad property or you will be towed away!


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