The BERKS COUNTY WANDERERS are part of the Berks County Comunity Hiking Club. Their walks and hikes are held primarily on Thursday mornings. Further information about either hiking group is available from Al Napolentano at 610-929-9694 or avnapo@msn.com. Pets are not allowed on these hikes. To see photos from preveous hikes go to: http://wandererspics.blogspot.com

Tuesday, March 26, 2013

Thursday April 11, 2013 - Mt Gretna

MARGARET will lead a ~ 7-mile hike at Governor Dick Hill near Mt. Gretna. While searching for Jack-in-the-pulpits, we will hike around trails in the Clarence Schock Memorial Park and climb the fire tower, if we dare. Last year we were treated to many spring blooms in this area. Hopefully; we can luck in again.

MEET: 9:30 A.M. @ Governor Dick Environmental Center, 3283 Pinch Rd., Lebanon. (Near Mt. Gretna)

TELEPHONE: Margaret 610-779-8393 if you have questions.

Thursday April 4, 2013 - Exeter Scenic River Trail

KAY will lead the Exeter Scenic River Trail hike of ~5 miles. We will hike from Gibraltar Road to Forest Hills Cemetery and back. We should see many wildflowers in bloom this time of year.

MEET: 10:00 A.M. in the parking lot along Gibraltar Rd. in Exeter Twp.

DIRECTIONS: Traveling from Shillington on Rte. 724, turn left onto Gibraltar Rd. at traffic light by Turkey Hill, lot is on left after crossing Schuylkill River Bridge.
DIRECTIONS: Traveling from Rte. 422, turn onto West 47th St. and continue as it becomes Gibraltar Rd. Parking will be on right, immediately after driving under the railroad underpass.

TELEPHONE: Kay 610-796-7602 with questions.

Thursday March 28, 2013 - Springton Manor

RANDY & SHELBY will lead a hike of ~ 5 miles in and around the Springton Manor Farm. We will hike the various trails and take time to see the new born animals at the farm complex, perhaps piglets, lambs and hopefully more. Carry water and a snack, if you wish; however, lunch at the Windmill Restaurant, or another, is an option afterwards. Rain or snow would cancel this event.

1st MEET: 9:30 A.M. @ Parking lot across from Windmill Rest. Rtes. 10 & 23.

2nd MEET: 10:00 A.M. @ Springton Manor Farm upper parking lot.
DIRECTIONS: From Morgantown to Springton Manor take Rte. 10 south (or Rte 82 south out of Elverson) to Rte. 322. Go east, just past the church parking lot and turn left on Highspire Rd. Then, follow to stop sign about 1 to 1 ¼ miles and turn left for 200 – 300 yards, and right into Springton Manor Farm.

TELEPHONE: Randy or Shelby 610-273-9160

Monday, March 4, 2013

Thursday March 21, 2013 - Rausch Gap

MARGARET will lead a hike of 9+ miles, while welcoming the arrival of spring, by hiking to the newly restored Rausch Gap shelter via the upper and lower railroad beds to reach Rausch Gap. We should be prepared for snowy, icy or muddy conditions depending on the weather. Wear sturdy hiking boots, carry water and dress accordingly. Lunch later is optional.

1st MEET: 9:00 A.M. @ Route 183 & Church Rd. parking lot of Blue Marsh.
2nd MEET: 9:45 A.M. @ Gold Mine Rd. Game land parking lot (on left) at the entrance for the Rail Trail.

TELEPHONE: Margaret 610-779-8393 if questions arise.

Thursday March 14, 2013 - Shoemakersville Roads

GERRY & WILLIE will lead a 5 – 6 mile road hike in the Shoemakersville area. We will hike through the countryside of Shoey and Perry Township with its ups and downs. The farmer allows walkers to cross the field for FREE, but the bull CHARGES, so we will stick to the roads.

MEET: 10:00 A.M. @ Kuzan’s Hardware Store along Rte. 61, located past the Jct. of 61 & 662 on the right side traveling north from Reading. Park in the lot left of the store. Toilets are available in the store.

TELEPHONE: Gerry or Willie 610-678-5245 if questionable.