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

Thursday, March 19, 2020

Thursday Apr 9, 2020 - Port Clinton Towpath - CANCELED

CANCELLED

BEV will lead a hike on the Port Clinton Towpath Trail and through the village of Port Clinton. Originally established in 1824 as a path that was used to tow canal boats along the Schuylkill Navigation Canal, this trail includes the remains of four locks. The trail is listed as moderate difficulty. There are stream crossings and a small section with rocks; sturdy hiking shoes and poles are recommended. Also bug spray, if the weather has warmed. This will basically be an in and out hike, we will not be going back on the road. We will then go to the Port Clinton AT pavilion, passing The Port Clinton Historical and Transportation Museum (perhaps it will be open). Also, a possibility of visiting the Peanut Shop. Optional lunch at the Port Clinton Hotel.
NOTE; Extreme rain or snow or windy with temperature below 25 will cancel this hike.

MEET: 9:45 AM at the South East corner of Hamburg Walmart parking lot (Away from Walmart and towards Rte. 61).There will be a short shuttle to the starting point, the restrooms are only open seasonally.

Trailhead 10:00 AM go north on Route 61, left on Broad Street in Port Clinton (at the Union House) go over the river and turn left on South Street. Park in the grass at the ball field fence or along Pine Street. (Follow the signs for Train Rides).

TELEPHONE: Leader BEV cell: 610 603-6876 with questions.

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  1. Is this group still meeting despite the current stay-at-home order and prohibition of group activities?

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