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
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Thursday, May 29, 2008
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
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
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
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
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
Friday, May 2, 2008
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
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
Thursday, May 1, 2008
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
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
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
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
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
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
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
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
Monday, April 28, 2008
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
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
Thursday, April 10, 2008
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
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
Sunday, April 6, 2008
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
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
Saturday, April 5, 2008
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
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
Sunday, March 30, 2008
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
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
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
Saturday, March 22, 2008
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
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
Friday, March 21, 2008
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
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
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
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
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
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