Lenhartsville Loop - Saturday January 10, 2009

5 miles

Our "traditional" early January hike along the Maiden Creek and country roads in the hills near Lenhartsville. This is an easy road hike with some nice views of the Maiden Creek and the hill country southeast of town. Eat at C.J. Hummel's afterward.

Meeting place: 1:00 pm in the rear of the side parking lot of C.J.Hummel's Restaurant, Route 143 in downtown Lenhartsville

For further information or directions, contact: 610-921-3252

Laureldale Loop - Saturday January 3, 2009

4 to 5 miles

Easy street and trail hike in the Temple and Laureldale area. Optional lunch at China Buffet in the Muhlenberg Shopping Center.

Meeting place: 9:30 am at the Muhlenberg Swimming Assn. Pool, 5th Street Highway (Business Route 222) & Darby Ave., in Temple. Park along Derby Ave. close to the pool and Route 222.

For further information and directions, contact: 610-921-0473

Polar Bear Dip Hike - Thursday January 1, 2009

6 miles

Hike about 4 miles on the country roads leading to Willow Springs Park to enjoy watching, or if you wish, PARTICIPATING in the annual Polar Bear Dip. Donations will be taken at the park for a Lebanon County charity. After the dip, we will hike 2 miles back to the restaurant (by 1:15 pm) for a Pork & Sauerkraut dinner, or whatever else you choose. Dress in layers for walking and standing on what could be a brisk cold morning. Maybe this year you will take the plunge?!?!?!

Meeting place: 9:45 am at the Country Faire Restaurant on Route 422 in Myerstown

For further information and directions, contact: 610-678-5245

Bethlehem Area Hike - Saturday December 27, 2008

Approx 5 miles

Return to Bethlehem to hike along with the Blue Mountain Eagle Hiking Club members for 2 hikes. the first hike will be in Stockertown with a look at a really cool model railroad and a portion of the Plainfield Recreation Trail. The second hike will start and end at the overlook at Lehigh University (not the school Ron went to!), with a semi-guided hike through the campus and old downtown Bethlehem.

Meeting place: CJ Hummel's Gathering Place at 28 Willow St. in Lenhartsville at 2:02 pm
Note: Minimal cost to visit the model railroad. We will eat at Hartman's II Restaurant between the hikes.
Directions to CJ Hummel's: From 78 West, Exit 35 making a right turn onto Route 143, retaurant is on your left 1/4 mile on Route 143.

For further information or directions, contact: 484-269-0852

Annual Christmas Party - Reservations Required - Saturday December 6, 2008

See membership flyer mailed with schedule for details!!!!

Pottsville's Famous Yuengling Tour and Hike - Saturday December 20, 2008

3-4 miles

Join Mark for his tour of Yuengling Brewery followed by a hike to Gramma's for lunch, then hike around town. This hike is a relaxing break during the holiday season. Tour is free, but lunch is your expense. (Reasonably priced!) Dress appropriately for the weather - layered.

Meeting places:
1st meeting place: 10:00 am at Redner's Market in Leesport on Route 61 North
2nd meeting place: 10:45 am at Pottsville's Yuengling's Brewery (parking garage below it) at 5th & Mahantongo Sts., in Pottsville

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

Bethlehem's Christkindlmarkt/ Luminaria Night

Visit Bethlehem's holiday market of handmade crafts (approx $10.00 entrance fee), followed by dinner and a walking tour of Bethlehem's historic district on "luminaria night" when thousands of families decorate their walkways and properties with luminaria. Behtlehem was founded by Moravians on Christmas Eve in 1741.

Meeting place: 12:00 pm Business Route 222, 5th Street Highway in Temple - Left of Walmart, behind Mc Donald's

For further information or directions, contact: 610-796-7302

Schubert Surroundings Stroll - Saturday November 29, 2008

About 6 miles

We will hike around the roads in the Schubert area. We will be in the woods, along the fields, and parallel to I-78 in a ???? new area. We can eat at the Midway or Noll's Keystone House afterwards. Wear orange all you "dears".

Meeting place: 9:30 am Blue Marsh Area on Church Road parking lot off of Route 183.

For further directions or information, contact: 610-678-5245

Annual Christmas Party Reservations!!!

Christmas Party Reservations are due on Friday 11/28/08 for Party on December 6!

Nolde Hike - Saturday November 22, 2008

No mileage listed

Walk off that Thanksgiving dinner ahead of time. Come out and hike the trails of Nolde Forest - cool fall weather, a scent of pine. See you there!

Meeting place: At the Nolde Saw Mill parking lot on Route 625 at 10:00 am

For further information or directions, contact: 610-775-2677 or 610-777-4223

Horseshoe Trail Hike - Saturday November 15, 2008

5 miles

This will be a shuttle hike with woods, a small stream, small hills (we will take small steps through and over them), and the trail. Bring water, wear boots, and WEAR ORANGE

Meeting place: 10:00 am at intersections of route 10, Buckhollow and Alleghenyville Roads, past the Plowville Church, and across from the school bus lot. Park on left side of road.


For further directions or information, contact: 484-948-0625

Election Day - Veteran's Day Hike - Saturday November 8, 2008

approx 6 miles

Start at City Park and stop to visit the Veteran's Memorial Area. Then proceed to Pendora Park, Mineral Spring, Egelman's Dam, and on to the Pagoda. It will be a combination of road walking and woodlands seeing our city parks this "historical" week.

Meeting place: 10:00 am at City Park parking lot (site of the old jail!) below the band shell, next to the white building and across from the basketball courts.

For further directions and information, contact: 610-375-3358

Club Member Halloweenie Hike - Saturday November 1, 2008

approx. 4 miles

Club members will hike with Linda W. and Lynn B. in French Creek State Park followed by a weenie roast led by Doris H. and Linda R. Halloween games will be provided by "Gamer Kathy" at the Yurts.

Anyone wishing to attend the doggie roast/party is asked to bring a chair, flashlight, own beverage, and a food dish to share with everyone. HALLOWEEN COSTUMES are optional.

Meeting place: 2:00 pm at French Creek State Park overflow parking for campground. (on right past contact booth)

For further directions and information, contact: 610-670-4629 or 610-921-3252

Lancaster County Road Hike - Saturday October 25. 2008

5 to 7 miles

Length of this hike depends on the weather. Road hike with a wide shoulder. Small hills, nice fall scenery, trees and farmland...maybe some horse and buggies???

Meeting place: 10:00 am at St John's Worship Center lot along New Holland Road on route 625, south of Bowmansville

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

Fairmount Park and Laurel Hill Cemetery - Saturday October 18, 2008

4 miles

View the confluence of the Wissahickon Creek into the Schuykill River followed by an approximate 4 mile circle hike in Fairmount Park on both sides of the Schuykill River. End with a tour of historical Laurel Hill Cemetery. This cemetery was the inspiration which led to the design and layout of our local Charles Evans Cemetery.

Meeting place: 8:30 am at Boscov's East (east end of lot) on Business route 422 East in Exeter Township

For further information or directions contact: 610-374-2394 or 610-929-9694

South Hills Park and Lebanon VA Hospital - Saturday October 11, 2008

4+ miles

Hike with the Blue Mountain Eagle Climbing Club. Members to explore a new area to most. On macadam trails, some paths through woods, sidewalk and gravel in the Lebanon area. Leisure hike through the and viewing the VA Hospital. Restrooms available. This will be a late afternoon hike, then we will go out for dinner. After dinner, we will follow Route 72 North to the Union Canal Tunnel Park where we may hike a bit. (Bring a flashlight.) Then we will take a full-moon boat ride through the canal and tunnel. This is the oldest existing transportation tunnel in the U.S.

1st Meeting place: 3:30 pm at Boyer's IGA at Routes 422 and 419 in Womelsdorf

2nd Meeting place: 4:00 pm at South Hills parking lot along Lincoln Ave. in Lebanon

NOTE: Dinner is at your own expense with the leader's dinner choice at the Golden Corral (all you can eat salad bar) or your alternate choices of a pizza place, Ruby Tuesday's, and Friendly's
Cost of boat ride: $6.00 per person or $3.00 under 18 years or student

For further directions or information: 610-678-5245

Actual HIGHPOINT in Berks County! - Saturday October 4, 2008

5 to 5 1/2 miles

You'll be pleasantly surprised with not a lot of ups and down, but you'll be high! Some of trail on AT, some rocks, some on state gamelands, and then to the surprise REAL highpoint in the county.

Meeting place: 9:30 am at the state gamelands parking lot along Route 183 just south of the AT crossing. (between Berks and Schuylkill Counties)

For durther directions or information, contact: 610-488-6378

Beltzville Dam Hike and Paddle - Saturday Sept. 27, 2008

5 miles

This is a relatively flat hike on the densely wooded north side of the Beltzville Dam near Lehighton. After the hike, we can paddle or relax on the south side of the lake. Bring "viddles" (lunch) and your canoe or kayak, if desired. Bad weather is not good!

First Meeting place: 9:30 am at Redner's Market on route 61 North in Leesport

Second Meeting place: 10:30 am at the Visitor's Center on Pohopoco Drive

For directions or further information, contact: 610-678-5921

Happy 100th Birthday Pagoda - Saturday Sept. 20, 2008

5 to 7 miles

Hike from City Park to the trails of Mt. Penn enjoying some history along the way. We will hike back to the Pagoda along the temporary railway line used to deliver supplies for its construction. At noon, we will enjoy a slide presentation by Corrie Crupi on Pagoda and Mt. Penn history. Please come prepared for the hike and the weather.

Meeting place: 10:00 am at the City Park parking lot next to the white building or at noon at the Pagoda for the slide presentation.

For directions or further information, contact: 610-374-2394

Full Moon Hike - Sunday Sept. 14, 2008

3 miles

John will lead us on the AT section between Routes 501 & 645

Meeting place: 7:00 pm at the Redner's in Sinking Spring on Route 422 West on west side of the parking lot

For further directions or information, contact: 610-678-5921

Green Lane Reservoir - Saturday Sept. 13, 2008

6 miles

This is a six mile hike led by Karl Gardner at this Montgomery County Park. The trails are rated moderate with some hills. Bring lunch.

Meeting Place: 9:30 am at King's IGA parking lot on Route 73 in Oley

For further directions or information, contact: 610-987-3281

Shillington Park Hike - Saturday Sept. 6, 2008

Approx. 4 miles

Meet Doug for a hike around the park and also some trails in the deep, dark, spooky woods nearby. There are some hills and some steep descents so wear descent clothing! Lunch afterwards, of course!

Meeting place: 9:30 am at Shillington Community Park on Route 724 near the Mifflin Home

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

Money Rocks Park - Saturday August 30, 2008

4 to 5 miles

Meet at the Clock Tower Plaza to carpool to Money Rocks County Park with the legendary Clyde Godschall.

Meeting place: 9:30 am at the Clock Tower Plaza at Routes 176 and 23 in Morgantown

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

Mt Gretna/ Dinosaur Rocks - Saturday August 23, 2008

Approx 6 miles

This hike is in state gamelands starting on Pinch Road and walking across the ridge to Dinosaur Rocks. Modest hills and off-road hiking in woodlands except for one long sunny section. (Unless, of course, it's a cloudy day!) Bring water.

Meeting place: 9:30 am, in Lowe's parking lot at Routes 222 & 724 ( on Shillington- Sinking Spring Road) Use the right (East) corner of the lot using the furthest spaces from the Garden Center.

For further information or directions, contact: 610-779-2963 or cell phone # 484-529-2803 on the day of the hike.

Full Moon Hike - Sunday August 17, 2008

4 miles, very flat

If you feel that historic mood coming on, meet at Boyer's IGA for an evening history hike along the Tulpehocken Creek in Marion Township. CAUTION: Frequent breaks for significant events.

Meeting place: 7:00 pm at Boyer's IGA at Routes 422 and 419 in Womelsdorf

For further information or directions, contact: 610-589-2802

Pagoda & Tower Moonlight Hike - Saturday August 16, 2008

3 miles

Come enjoy a hike on Mt Penn in the moonlight. After seeing the sunset from the Pagoda, we will hike no more than 3 miles from the Pagoda to the Tower and back. The Tower will be open for the best view in town! Please come prepared with sturdy walking shoes and a flashlight. If the weather is in doubt, call the leader.

Meeting place: 8:00 pm, at the Pagoda parking lot on Mt Penn

For information or directions, contact: 610-374-2394

BCHC Picnic, Saturday August 16, 2008

The 19th annual community hiking picnic will be at the Blue Marsh Picnic Area and will be located at the HILLSIDE Pavilion. See all your hiking buddies and enjoy a day hikes, games, food, and fun! See the club flier for picnic details.

For further information: 610-779-0142

Horseshoe Trail - Saturday August 9, 2008

7.5 miles

Meet the leader at the Middle Creek Visitor's Center for a shuttle hike along the Horseshoe Trail between Pumping Station Road and the Middle Creek Preserve. Includes some hills with nice lookouts.

Meeting place: 9:30 am at Middle Creek Visitor's Center. (Take Route 272 to Adamstown, make a right on Route 897 North for about 14 miles into Kleinfeltersville. In Kleinfeltersville, make the first left turn after the stop sign (Hopeland Road). The Visitor's Center will be on the right about 2 miles down Hopeland Road.

For further directions or information, contact: 610-373-6730

Mystery Hike - Saturday August 2, 2008

4-5 miles

Meet Mark for a 4 to 5 mile hike somewhere in Schuylkill County. Hopefully it will be a pleasant mystery!

Meeting place: 10:00 am at Redner's on Route 61 in Leesport

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

French Creek State Park - Saturday July 26, 2008

Approx 5 miles

Hike on the Lenni Lenapi Trail that is thought by some to be the former vacationing spot of the local indians at French Creek State Park. This trail can also be used as a shortcut to the Coventry Mall by ambitious and adventurous shoppers!

Meeting Place: 9:30 am at Boscov's East (at the northeast corner of the lot) on Business Route 422 East in Exeter Township.

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

Pennside Ice Cream Hike - Sunday Evening July 20, 2008

2 to 4 miles - Easy

Enjoy an "almost full moon" walk around the Pennside area. We will visit the new location of Fegeley's restaurant to see if any progress has been made on its restoration. We will also walk the trail behind the Antietam Valley Park & Recreation Center. All the walk is on level streets except for a short, level trail section. We can also "check out" the ducks in lake as we experienced last year! Return for ice cream, doggies, and burgers at Coney Tony's Pennside Drive In.

Meeting Place: 5:00 pm at Coney Tony's Pennside Drive In at the 900 block of Carsonia Ave in Pennside. Note: please park on the grassy area to the right of the drive in.

For further information or directions, contact: 610-898-9988 or 610-779-2599

Hamburg Reservoir Observatory - Saturday Evening July 19, 2008

Meet at CJ Hummel's Restaurant in Lenhartsville at 6:06pm for dinner or at 7:19 pm to carpool to the Hamburg Reservoir where we will hike to the observatory to check out the ***STARS***...which may show up!!!

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Meeting Place: 6:06 pm for dinner or 7:19 pm at C.J. Hummel's Restaurant in Lenhartsville.

For further information or directions, contact: Ron Kiefer at 484-269-0852

Horseshoe Trail Maintenance - Saturday July, 19, 2008

Please bring tools, gloves, and water. We will be working on our section of the nearby Horseshoe Trail. Call the leaders if the weather is in doubt.

Meeting Place: 8:15 am at the Sears Hardware parking lot in the Kenhorst Plaza, at Routes 625 & 724

For further information or directions, contact: 610-777-4223

Blue Marsh Lake - Saturday July 12, 2008

6 miles

Richard will lead a six mile loop hike at Blue Marsh.

Meeting Place: 9:30 am at Church Road parking lot off of Route 183.

For further information or directions, contact: 610-926-3415

Indiantown Gap - Saturday July 5, 2008

5 miles

This will be a joint hike with Blue Mountain Eagle Climbing Club. Meet the leader for a 40 minute drive to Indiantown Gap Military Cemetery. The hike will be about 5 miles around Memorial Lake. Pack a lunch.

Meeting Place: 10:00 am, at Boyer's IGA on Routes 422 & 419 in Womelsdorf

For further information or directions, contact: 610-678-5245

Lancaster Central Park - Saturday June 28, 2008

6 to 8 miles - Hopefully in dry weather this time, although it was still fun in the rain in May!

Follow Kay through a wooded area in dappled sunlight along the beautiful Mill Creek. Walk across a covered bridge, traverse a portion of the Conestoga Trail and view the Lancaster Valley from Indian Rock. This park abounds in history.

Meeting place: 9:00 am at Ollie's parking lot (closed Giant and A.C. Moore) intersection of Business Routes 222 and 724 on Lancaster Ave. in Shillington.

For further directions or information, contact: 610-796-7602

Saturday June 14, 2008 - Philadelphia Historical Tour and Train Ride

Approx. 5 mile city walk

Enjoy a train ride from the Norristown Elm St. Station into the “City of Brotherly Love” with an enjoyable walking tour of a city rich in American history. We’ll tour some interesting sites of Old City, Center City and nearby neighborhoods in the morning. Break for lunch near famous Headhouse Square and spend the afternoon at South Street to check out “where all the hippies meet”. Dress in comfortable clothes and comfortable shoes for walking on pavements. Rain or Shine! So bring rain gear if weather forecast drops!
COST: $10.00 round trip Septa train ride (price subject to rate increase) day of trip. Discounted round trip $8.25 by notifying hike leader by May 15. Discounted participants must pay leader for advance ticket since trip will not be canceled. Driving directions to the train station, maps of Philadelphia and the train schedules will be provided on the day of trip.

Meeting place: 7:00 am, Boscov’s East parking lot (east end of lot), Business Rt. 422 East in Exeter where we will carpool to the Norristown Elm St. train station.

DEPART: 5:00 pm from Philadelphia, unless group decides otherwise

For further information or directions, contact: 610-779-2599

Saturday June 7, 2005 - East Neversink Mountain

5 to 6 miles

Hike some less frequetnly used trails on the east side of Neversink Mountain.

Meeting place: 9:30 am at Boscov's East Parking Lot (east end of lot) on route 422 East in Exeter Township.

For further information and directions, contact: 610-323-1703

Lancaster Central Park - May 31, 2008

6 to 8 miles

Follow Kay through a wooded area along the beautiful Mill Creek. Walk across a covered bridge, traverse a portion of the Conestoga Trail and view the Lancaster Valley from Indian Rock. This park abounds in history.

Meeting place: 9:00 am at Ollie's parking lot (closed Giant and A.C. Moore) intersection of Business Routes 222 and 724 on Lancaster Ave. in Shillington.

For further directions or information, contact: 610-796-7602

Kutztown Area Country Roads - Saturday May 24, 2008

5.5 miles

This is a circular hike on several rural, macadam, and gravel roads and passing by farms and wooded areas. This hike includes some hills. Optional lunch stop at the Kutztown Tavern.

Meeting place: 9:00 am at the Kutztown Shopping Center on Constitution Blvd. near CVS.

Directions: Route 222 North, take Krumsville Exit Route 737, at end of exit ramp turn left onto Constitution Blvd. Go straight at traffice light to Kutztown Shopping Center on the right.

For further directions or information, contact: 610-562-0207

Full Moon Hike - Tuesday May 20, 2008

Approximately 4 miles, easy

Enjoy the full moon while walking through Wyomissing Park, along the Wyomissing Creek. This is an easy walk, mostly on paths with only one hill. Bring a flashlight.

Meeting place: 7:30 pm, at the Reading Museum parking lot.

For further directions or information, contact: 610-777-7480

Appalachian Trail at Lehigh Gap - Saturday May 17, 2008

Approximately 6 miles, difficult

We'll scale up the Summer trail section of the AT to see the fantastic 270 degree view, have lunch at a tree grove and head back. The Summer trail has on section where one muct grab the rock face and traverse horizontally about 10 feet. The drop is about 8 feet. Also some "clambering" on rocks is anticipated.

Meeting place: 9:00 am at the parking lot behind McDonald's and left of Super Walmart on Business Route 422, Fifth Street Highway in Temple. We will carpool to Palmerton, PA.

For further directions or instructions, contact: Weekdays, 215-592-3037 At other times, 215-514-9016

Ricketts Glen State Park - Saturday May 10, 2008

7 miles, difficult

Celebrate Spring and hike one of Pennsylvania's most scenic hiking trails. Be sure to bring a camera and plenty of energy for this 7 mile hike with 21 waterfalls. Elevation gain of approximately 1,000 feet with one ascent and one descent. Terrain is rocky, slippery and descends steeply. Wear sturdy boots; bring water and lunch.

Note: This hike is in conjunction with BMECC.

Meeting place: 8:30 am at parking lot behind McDonald's and left of Super Walmart on Business Route 222, Fifth Street Highway in Temple.

For further directions and information, contact: 610-372-1636

Heritage Rail Trail County Park - Saturday May 3, 2008

8 miles, easy, flat trail

Established in 1992 and covering 176 acres, the Heritage Rail Trail County Park is 21 miles long and runs from the Mason Dixon Line to York. We will be walking the 8 mile section from Brillheart Station to Hanover Junction Station. This is a beautiful trail to see as we walk through Howard Tunnel, view a picnic grove with giant metal sculptures of bikes, visit the historic Hanover Junction Station, and ending with a restaurant stop at "Serentiy Station" located on the trail.

Meeting place: 8:30 am at Ollie's parking lot (at closed Giant and A.C. Moore) at the intersection of Business Routes 222 and 724 on Lancaster Ave. in Shillington.

For further directions and information, contact: 610-898-9988

Vinemont Hike - Saturday April 26, 2008

Approx. 5 miles

Shuttle hike consisting of roads and trails with wet areas.

Meeting place: 9:30 am at Redner's in Sinking Spring on Route 422 West (west side of parking lot)

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

Bartram Trail - Saturday April 19, 2008

5 to 7 miles, depending on the weather

Meet Janet for an easy but fast paced Rail- Trail hike, out and back on the same trail.

Meeting place: 9:30 am, Kernsville Dam Trailhead parking lot, off Industrial Drive, by the monument in Hamburg; east of Cabella's on Route 61.

For further directions or information, contact: 717-336-4460 or cellphone 717-278-4598

Horseshoe Trail Maintenance - Saturday April 12, 2008

Join us for trail maintenance. Please bring gloves and any tools. Hope to see you there!

First meeting place: 9:30 am, The Dollar Store in the Kenhorst Plaza, Routes 625 & 724

Second meeting place: 10:00 am Horseshoe Trail on Route 625 past Knauers on right side

For further directions or information, contact: 610-777-4223

Wissahickon Gorge Hike - Saturday April 5, 2008

6 miles

We will be leading a moderate, scenic, circuitous hike in the Wissahickon Gorge on trails and paths along the Wissahickon Creek. Carry water, snacks, and wear sturdy shoes. Optional restaurant stop on the way home.

Meeting place: 8:30 am Boscov's East (northeast corner of parking lot) at Business Route 422 East in Exeter Township

For further directions or information, contact: 610-929-9694

Wyomissing Creek - Saturday March 29, 2008

5 miles (easy)

This will be a lovely walk along the Wyomissing Creek. Optional lunch at New China Restaurant, Shillington Shopping Center (very reasinable buffet)

Meeting Place: 10:30 am, Reading Museum parking lot

For further information or directions, contact: 620-451-6715

Easter Morning Sunrise Service Hike - Sunday March 23, 2008

4 miles (moderate pace)

We will hike to the Easter morning sunrise service at the Mt. Penn Fire Tower, sponsored by the Greater Reading Council of Churches. This hike is a tradition in honor of hiking club member Paul Lehman who started this hike years ago. Wear warm clothes, sturdy shoes, and bring a flashlight. Easter hat is optional!

Meeting place and time: 5:30 am at City Park, at the former Police Academy parking lot.

For further information and directions, contact: 610-678-5921

Warwick Park (West Side) - Saturday March 3, 2008

4 t0 5 miles (easy)

Meet Les at Warwick Park for an easy 4 to 5 mile loop hike along the creek, fields, and Ryerss Equine Farm.

Meeting Place: 10:00 am, Warwick Park

Directions: From route 345 at route 23, go east 4.5 miles to right turn on Park Rd. to parking lot; from route 100 at route 23, go west 3.5 miles to turn on Park Rd in Knauertown.

For further information and directions, contact: 610-323-1703 or 484-948-0625

Bartrum Trail - Saturday March 15, 2008

5 miles

We will hike on the Bartrum Trail to Landingsville, home of 211 species of birds and an active beaver's dam. Then we will circle the marsh, returning to our starting point.

Meeting Place: 9:30 am, Redner's parking lot on Route 612 North

For further information or directions, contact: 610-926-3415

Happy 100th Birthday Pagoda! - Saturday March 8, 2008

5-7 miles, dependent on weather

This hike will take us to one of the leader's favorite local landmarks. We will take a break to learn a little history about the Pagoda. (Refreshments will be on sale here.) Then we will hike the railroad bed that was used to deliver supplies for the construction of the Pagoda. Come prepared for the weather.

Meeting Place: 10:00 am, parking lot in City Park, next to the white building

For further directions or information, contact: 610-374-2394

Middle Creek - Saturday March 1, 2008

4 miles, varied difficulty

Enjoy this very early 4 mile hike on at least 4 different trails of varied difficulty. Bring hiking boots for any weather condition.

Meeting Place: 10:00 am, Middle Creek Visitor's Center

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

Bernhardt Dam Walk - Saturday February 23, 2008

5 to 6 miles

Some road, some trail and some "rail to trail" walking gives us an interesting look at parts of Muhlenberg Township and Lauredale Borough.

Meeting place: 9:00 am at Laureldale Recreation park, the 2100 block of Elizabeth Ave., above the nursing home.

For further information or directions, contact: 610-929-9694

Warwick County Park (East Side) - Saturday February 16, 2008

5 miles

For this hike, Martha plans to go from Warwick Park to Northside Road. This will be a shuttle hike with views, woods, and a small amount of road walking. Boots, snacks, and water recommended.

Meeting place: 10:00 am, at Warwick Park

For further information or directions, contact: 484-948-0625

Nolde Forest - Saturday February 9, 2008

5 miles

This will be a five mile hike with a long big hill.

Meeting place: 9:30 am, at Church Road parking lot.

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

French Creek - Saturday February 2, 2008

5 miles

Join Lynn for a five mile loop hike in French Creek.

Meeting place: 10:00 am, Route 345 and Shed Road

For further information or directions, contact: 610-582-5220

Shoesmakersville - January 26, 2008

5 miles

Check out the "Shoey" area with Kathy on this road hike. Kathy says it will be only 5 miles - Guess we'll have to do this hike to see!

Meeting place: 10:00 am, at left side of Kuzan's Park

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

Sadsbury Woods Preserve - Saturday January 19, 2008

4 to 5 miles

Loop hike at Natural Lands Trust's Sadsbury Woods Preserve. This small 500 acres are located in Mid-Chester County near the junction of routes PA 10 & US 30, 15 miles south of the meeting place. Hunting is only allowed by special permit, but be sure to wear your orange jackets.

Meeting Place: 9:30 am, Clock Tower Shopping Center (Routes 10 & 23 on west end of Morgantown) We will carpool at this spot because of limited spaces at the preserve.

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

Lenhartsville Loop - Saturday January 12, 2008

5 miles

Our "traditional" early January hike along the Maiden Creek and country roads in the hills near Lenhartsville. This is an easy road hike with some nice views of the Maiden Creek and hill country southeast of the town. Eat at Hummel's afterwards.

Meeting place: 1:00 pm, in the rear of the side parking lot at CJ Hummel's Restaurant on route 143 in downtown Lenhartsville.

For information, contact: 610-921-3252

Centre Township - Saturday January 5, 2008

5 to 6 miles

Hike the back roads of Centre Township. Be prepared for hills, some traffic, and questionable weather. Some nice views. Most have never explored this area, so be adventurous!

Meeting place and directions: 10:00 am at the gravel parking lot on Main St. in Centerport, across from the Grange and next to the pizza shop. Go to route 61 North, turn left onto Mohrsville Road, drive 0.7 miles and turn left onto Main St., drive 2.3 miles into Centerport.

For information contact: 610-488-9269

New Year's Hike / Polar Bear Dip / Pork & Sauerkraut Dinner - Tuesday January 1, 2008

Here's the pictures from the dip!

1. Club member, who is now officially a "bear cub", dries off after freezing cold dip! As promised, I posted my own picture! My tootsies were frozen!
2. New Year's Day Revelers Run to Dive into 2008!

5 to 6 miles

We will take macadam country roads between Stouchsburg and Millardsville, going along the Tully 4.3 miles up to view the annual Polar Bear Dip at the Myerstown Quarry at noon. Afterwards, we'll hike back 1.4 miles to our cars, with an optional church stop for pork & sauerkraut, buffet style in Robesonia. Cost: $8.00. Dress in layers, bring your camera, and also a bathing suit and towel if you want to become a bear cub! Outdoor restrooms at the church. Donation requested at the quarry to benefit a Lebanon County charity.

Meeting place: 9:30 am, Christ Lutheran Church, route 422 at the west end of Stouchsburg

For information or directions, contact: 610-678-5245