Thursday August 9, 2012 - Shoemakersville

GERRY & WILLIE will lead an easy loop hike of 5 miles. This hike is in Shoemakersville and vicinity. We will view the town sights including Gerry’s Perry High School, named after Admiral Perry from Erie, Pa., and soon to be demolished. This hike will be mostly on roads and sidewalks. Carry water, have sun protection and dress accordingly. A lunch option is planned afterwards.

MEET: 9:00 A.M. @ Redner’s Market off Rte. 61 N in Leesport.

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

Thursday August 2, 2012 - Wyomissing Creek

KAY will lead a leisurely stroll of 5 – 6 miles in Wyomissing through the shaded streets and boulevards. Don’t be concerned about the heat because Wyomissing is known as the ‘Tree City”. Except for a few blocks that are sunny, the rest of the trek is rather shady. Perhaps we can hike to Wyomissing’s pedestrian bridge over the West Shore By-pass? This venture will depend on the weather and may be modified if necessary. The terrain is street and field walking, carry water and dress appropriately.

MEET: 10:00 A.M. @ Wyomissing Creek parking lot off Lancaster Ave. in Shillington. (Location is behind the WAWA near bus. rte. 222 and rte. 724.

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

Thursday July 26, 2012 - Horseshoe Trail

HERB will lead a 5 to 6 mile hike on a section of the Horseshoe Trail along a shady and cool pathway. This hike will begin at French Creek State Park and end on old Route 82 near Geigertown. The hike requires a shuttle, so be cooperative in placing cars. Carry lots of water and bring insect repellant. We will use utmost caution when passing by a rifle range! As usual, the Horseshoe Trail has some hills, and after all, this is Pennsylvania. There is an optional lunch stop planned at the Windmill Restaurant afterwards.

MEET: 9:00 A.M. @ Parking lot across from the French Creek Park Office on Park Road in French Creek State Park.

TELEPHONE: Herb 610-286-6886 or 484-252-9493 with questions