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, September 16, 2014

Thursday October 9, 2014 - Lobachsville

LES will lead a road hike of roughly 5.5 miles in the Lobachsville area. We begin at Weidner Grove Park, created in 2013. Sites include historic stone mills and homes, including the Pott homestead, and several old, converted 1 room schools. We will cross Pine Creek several times and have some scenic views along the way.

MEET: 9:30 AM Weis Market, Route 73 and Friedensburg Rd for a 5 mile ride to Weidner Grove Park

TELEPHONE: Les 610-323-1703 with questions.

Thursday October 2, 2014 - Appalachian Trail / Rausch Gap

GROVER (DICK) will lead a shuttle hike of 7 to 8 miles encompassing a section of the Appalachian Trail in the Rausch Gap and a Rail-to-Trail section leading to Gold Mine Rd. The first three miles will be a strenuous uphill climb and then moderate after that. Carry a lunch to enjoy while resting at Rausch Creek.

MEET: 9:00 A.M. @ Church Rd. parking lot of Blue Marsh off Rte. 183.

TELEPHONE: Dick 860-861-5681 with questions.

Thursday September 25, 2014 - Leesport / Schuylkill River Trail

RICHARD will lead a hike on part of the Schuylkill River Trail. This hike will be including a short section in Ontelaunee Township that was just completed this year. We will hike around the village of Leesport, as well.

MEET: 9:30 A.M. @ Redner’s Market parking lot off Rte. 61N in Leesport.

TELEPHONE: Rich 610-488-9269 if you have any questions.