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.

Sunday, August 31, 2008

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

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