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

Monday, March 17, 2014

Thursday April 10, 2014 - Exeter River Trail

KAY will lead the Exeter Scenic River Trail of 5 miles. We will start at Gibraltar Road and possibly hike as far as the tunnel or Forest Hills Cemetery and back. Or we could hike thru Forest Hills and road walk back to the trail. We can decide whichever when we get there. Expect to see many wildflowers in bloom this time of year. Dress for wet conditions, if it rains before hike.

MEET: 10:00 AM in the parking lot along Gibraltar Road in Exeter Township.

DIRECTIONS: Coming from Shillington on route 724, turn left onto Gibraltar Road at traffic light by Turkey Hill. Lot will be on left after crossing the Schuylkill River. Coming from route 422, turn onto W 47th Street and continue as it becomes Gibraltar Road. Parking will be on right immediately after you drive under the railroad culvert.

TELEPHONE: Kay at 610-796-7602 if you have questions.

Thursday April 3, 2014 - Robesonia

MARK will lead a hike at Robesonia on the Furnace Creek Trails. This hike of ~ 4 miles is on various terrains with hills and unusual, new trails. Wear sturdy boots or hiking shoes.

MEET: 10:00 A.M. @ Conrad Weiser High Schools’ furthermost west parking lot off Route 422 west.

TELEPHONE: Mark 610-589-5575 with questions.

Thursday March 27, 2014 - Springton Manor

RANDY will lead the Springton Manor Farm hike around birthing time. Hopefully, we will see some newly born animals. We will hike 4 to 5 miles on trails or roads depending on the weather, snow and/or ice. Carry water, snacks if desired, poles and dress for the weather.

1st MEET: 9:30 A.M. @ Dollar Store lot across from the Windmill Restaurant at Routes 23 and 10 in Morgantown.
2nd MEET: 10:00 A.M. @ Springton Manor lower parking lot.

TELEPHONE: Randy 610-273-9160 with questions.