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

Wednesday, October 21, 2015

Thursday Nov 19, 2015 - Pinnacle

MARGARET will lead a hike to the Pinnacle of 6 - 7 miles. This hike will omit Pulpit Rock and shortens the distance to the Pinnacle by ascending the Red Trail. November will give us leaves off views of the best Appalachian Trail lookout in Berks County. If there is inclement weather, we will circle the Hamburg reservoir on various trails. Wear sturdy shoes, carry water and a snack, if desired. Lunch stop after the hike is optional

MEET: 9:30 A.M.@ Hamburg Reservoir parking lot.

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

Thursday Nov 12, 2015 - Appalachian Trail to Shubert's Gap

ELLEN & HERB have mapped out a 6-7 mile moderate hike on the Appalachian Trail. We will hike to Shubert's Gap where springs of water cascade into a pond on the mountain. Expect some rocks and hills. Many local hikers consider this one of their favorite areas on the AT! Water and snack are advised.

MEET: 9:30AM at the game land parking lot off of Route 183 on the right before you reach the top of the mountain. Lunch afterwards is an option.

TELEPHONE: Ellen 610-775-2677 or Herb 610-286 6886 with any questions.

Thursday Nov 5, 2015 - Leesport

GERRY & WILLIE will lead a ~6 mile hike in the Leesport area and on new sections of the Schuylkill River Trail. We will hike along dirt roads, macadam paths and some sidewalks. We will check out the two new sections of the SRT and walk around Leesport. Lunch afterwards is an option.

MEET: 9:45 A.M. @ Redner’s Market parking lot in Leesport off Rte. 61.

TELEPHONE: Gerry or Willie 610-678-5245 with questions.