Saturday January 9, 2010 - Lenhartsville Loop

5miles

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, Rt. 143 in
downtown Lenhartsville

For further information and directions, contacxt: 610-921-3252

Saturday January 2,2010- Silver Mine Park, Lancaster County

5 miles of course!

Come and join Kathy Hengen and Kay Williams as they traverse trails along Pequea Creek. This park was once home to a trailer park and campground and contains a real silver mine. The walk will start along a hike/bike trail and continue thru fields, woods, around the pond and a geology walk thru the old mine area.

Meeting place: 9:00 am, Ollie’s parking lot (closed Giant and AC Moore); intersection of business Rts 222 & 724, Lancaster Avenue, Shillington

NOTE: One way drive time = 40 minutes, distance = 34 miles

For further information and directions, contact: 610-603-9461 and 610-796-7602

Saturday December 26, 2009 - Popular Acclaim Hike

?? miles

Walk off those Holiday “goodies” with a hike through the Wyomissing Parklands. Distance and exact route to be determined by the group.

Meeting place: 10:00 am, Reading Museum Parking lot, Museum Road, West Reading

Leaders: Anyone who shows up that wants to lead, maybe you?

Saturday December 19, 2009 - Brandywine River Museum

Get in the holiday spirit with a visit to the Brandywine River Museum. Besides art work by various members of the Wyeth family, there will be an O-Guage railroad, a Victorian dollhouse and “critter” ornaments on holiday trees. Admission will range from $6 - $10 depending on the size of the group and age of participant. Weather permitting, we will do a short hike along the Brandywine River and of course, there will be a restaurant stop in the area.

Meeting place: : 9:00 am, Boscov’s East (east end of lot), Business Route 422 East, Exeter Twp.

For further information and directions, contact: 610-488-9269Post Options

Saturday December 12, 2009 - Annual Christmas Party

See membership flyer for full details. As usual, a hike precedes the festivities!
Reservations Required

Saturday December 5, 2009 - New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show

See member flyer for full details

The Blue Mountain Eagle Climbing Club is planning this bus trip on behalf of the 50th anniversary year of the Rentschler Arboretum. Reservations, cancellations and payments are to be made through Boscov’s travel. Linda Enders-Roxberry has extended this invitation to BCHC, the Master Gardeners and others.
PRIOR RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.

Saturday December 5, 2009 - Guidin Hill

5 miles

Les will be leading this 5 mile hike on the hills separating St Lawrence and Pennside. Climb, traverse and descend two ridges with some steep grades. Visit an old quarry whose many leftover stones on the trails frequently make walking difficult. Guldin Hill affords a scenic view of Exeter Township. Other locations provide partially obstructed views of Mt Penn, Pennside and Stony Creek.

Meeting place: 9:45 am, Boscov’s East (east end of lot), business Route 422 East, Exeter Twp

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

Saturday November 28, 2009 - Angelica Park to Sheerlund Forest

5 plus miles, rain or shine or snow

Hike through Angelica Park to Sheerlund Forest-Nolde area. We will hike a new trail in Angelica Park and also roads leading to Sheerlund Forest area. We will encounter one long incline (also known as THE HILL !!). Lunch later.

Meeting place: 10:00 am, Angelica parking lot off Rt. 10, Morgantown Road

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

Saturday November 21, 2009 - Hills and Valley of Nolde Forest

This will be a great but hilly hike through the hills and valleys of Nolde forest. Bring good shoes, water and snacks. Contact hike leader if weather is questionable.

MEET: 10:00 am, at the Church Road parking lot

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

Saturday November 14, 2009 - Maiden Creek/ Lake Ontelaunee (The OTHER Side)

4 miles

This hike will be mostly on access roads, trails and flat grassy areas by the water, then circle back along farm fields and through the woods. It will include a few easy climbs. Wear Orange! May be damp in some areas if the ground is not frozen.

Meeting place: 10:00 am, Moselem Springs Inn (Intersection of Routes 222 & 662)

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

Saturday November 7, 2009 - Hamburg Reservoir To Port Clinton

6+ miles moderate to strenuous with climbs, rocks and steep descent to Port Clinton

Come out for an adventure starting with an uphill climb to ridgeline, following forested path to another ascent and onto outstanding views of Hamburg and beyond (no leaves). Bring water, snacks and wear sturdy boots. Food afterwards; suggestions taken.

Meeting place: 9:15 am, at Port Clinton Playground, Off of Route 61 North - first left upon entering Port Clinton, then straight back to parking area.

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

Saturday October 31, 2009 - HALLOWEENIE HIKE EVENT (Members Only)

Follow Hike leaders on a hike in French Creek State Park followed by a picnic/roast and Halloween games led by our famous "game lady" Kathy, which will be held at Yurts #1 & #2. An open-fire roast will be prepared by Rich and Karen. Halloween costumes optional.

Meeting place: 1:00 pm, French Creek overflow parking lot for campground (on right past contact booth)

NOTE: Everyone who wishes to attend is asked to bring a chair, flashlight, own drink (non-
alcoholic as this is a State Park) and food to share. (Side dishes, salads & deserts needed more than snacks). Any food or supplies may be dropped off at the Yurts before you hike, however cars must return to the campground overflow parking lot.

DIRECTIONS: Rt. 724 to Birdsboro, turn right at light in Birdsboro, then next left. Make a right
onto Rt. 345. Continue on Rt. 345 until you see State Park sign at Park Road and turn right. Go until you see campground sign and turn right to the contact booth. Park in the overflow parking lot for campground, on right past contact booth.

Saturday October 24, 2009 - Lancaster County

approximately 6 miles

Hike on country roads in beautiful Lancaster County starting at St John’s Worship Center on Rt. 625. This is a loop hike with some hills on back roads with scenic views of the farmlands in the fall. Lunch later of course.

Meeting place: 9:30 am, Kenhorst Shopping Center, at the intersection of Routes 625 and 724, in front of the Dollar Store.

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

Saturday October 17, 2009 - Delaware Water Gap

8.5 miles

This is a marvelous hike on the Appalachian Trail. Hike along top of ridge with some “ups” and great views – profile of Chief Tammany across the Delaware – then winding down a steep descent to Gap. Payoff – fall foliage and vistas. Recommend sturdy boots, water and we will stop on the trail for lunch.

Meeting place: 8:00 am, parking lot behind McDonald’s and left of Wal-Mart, Business Route 222, 5th Street Highway in Temple

For further directions or inofrmation, contact: 610-775-2677

Saturday October 10, 2009 - Mt Gretna/ Dinosaur Rocks

approximately 6 miles

Hike is in state game lands starting on Pinch Road and walking across ridge to "Dynosore" Rocks.
Moderate hills, off-road hiking in woodlands except for one long unshaded section.

Meeting place: 9:30 am, Boyer’s IGA, Rts. 422 and 419, Womelsdorf

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

Saturday October 3, 2009 - Bartram Trail

8 miles, level except for a very short incline to reach the trail

Come and enjoy the flat terrain of the Bartram Rail to Trail. It’s 4 miles out along the river and
back. Lunch at 3 C’s restaurant on Route 61 afterwards.

Meeting place: 9:00 am, at Port Clinton Playground, off of Route. 61 North – first left upon entering Port Clinton, then straight back to the parking lot.

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