Thursday March 13, 2014 - Neversink

LES will lead a 5 to 6 mile hike on NEVERSINK MOUNTAIN. This hike begins at the Forest Hills Cemetery and proceeds to the top of the Cove Trail. We use a new trail to take us to a rocky outcropping with a view of the Schuylkill and beyond. Then, using another new trail to minimize a hill climb, we hike on to the Witches Hat Pavilion. From here, the hike heads to the east side of Neversink Mountain and a search for an old reservoir. There will be some bush whacking, but should not add difficulty at this time of the year. However, this is Neversink Mountain, so expect several steep hill climbs.

MEET: 10:00 A.M. @ the pond in Forest Hills Memorial Park.

TELEPHONE: Les 610-323-1703 with questions.

Thursday March 6, 2014 - Middle Creek

MARK will lead a hike of 4 to 5 miles in the Middle Creek Wildlife Preserve. We will be meandering on various trails and possibly muddy ones, so wear good boots. We hope to see the snow geese and swans.

MEET: 10:00 A.M. @ Middle Creek Wildlife Visitor’s Center parking lot.

TELEPHONE: Mark 610-589-5575 with questions.

Thursday February 27, 2014 - Laurel's of Brandywine

GROVER will lead a 5 – 6 mile hike in the Laurels of the Brandywine Conservancy, which is located in Chester County. By permission he will be using various trails through rolling hills and woodland. Dress for the weather and wear good boots; however, heavy rain or snow cancels this event.

MEET: 9:00 A.M. @ Clock Tower parking lot Rte. 10 & 23 at end of Rte. I176 behind Burger King in order to carpool approx. 20 miles to starting point.

TELEPHONE: GROVER's Cell: 860-861-5681

Thursday February 20, 2014 - Shartlesville Roads

ANN will lead a 5 – 6 mile hike in northern Berks County. This will be mostly road walking in the foothills of the Blue Mountain. Dress appropriately for the weather and wear good shoes. You may want to wear orange to alert motorists. There will be an optional lunch stop after the hike at the Blue Mountain Family Restaurant.

1st MEET: 9:15 A.M. @ Redner’s Leesport Market parking lot off Rte. 61 N.
2nd MEET: 10:00 A.M.@ the west end of parking lot of Blue Mt. Fam. Rest.

TELEPHONE: Ann 610-488-6378 with any questions.

Thursday February 13, 2014 - French Creek

CLYDE will lead a 5.5 mile hike in French Creek State Park. This is woodland walking on the LENAPE TRAIL. We will be walking clockwise and it is best to wear BLAZE ORANGE, dress appropriately. A lunch option is up to the group interested in dining afterwards.

MEET: 10:00 A.M. @ Shed Road parking area left off Rte. 345 south.

TELEPHONE: Clyde 610-913-0284 or day of hike 610-413-6281.

Thursday February 6, 2014 - Neversink Mountain

LES will lead a hike between 5 and 6 miles on NEVERSINK Mountain. The hike begins at the Forest Hills Cemetery. We will take the Cove trail, then use a newly blazed trail to the rock outcropping overlook. From here we proceed to the Witches Hat via another new trail that saves us from climbing another hill. Next we hike to the east side of Neversink where the hike leader wants to look for a reservoir he remembers walking on about 55 years ago. There will be some bush whacking, but at this time of year, do not expect any difficulty. However, this is Neversink, expect several steep hill climbs.

MEET: 10:00 A.M. @ the pond in Forest Hills Memorial Park .

TELEPHONE: Les 610-323-1703 with any questions.

Thursday January 30, 2014 - Maiden Creek

AL will lead a 4 – 5 mile hike in Berks County starting from Rte. 662 at the Maiden Creek and following trails through woodland. There are scenic views of the Maiden Creek as it flows into Lake Ontelaunee and also farmland views. Wear boots and dress for the weather. Heavy rain or snow cancels this event.

MEET: 9:30 A.M. @ Lot aside Mc Donald’s off Bus. Rte. 222 between Walmart and Salvation Army in Temple. Carpooling may be necessary.

DIRECTIONS TO STARTING POINT: Travel north on Bus. Rte. 222 becoming Rte.222 to Jct. of Rte. 662 and turn left and travel 3.3 miles to the Maiden Creek dirt lane on left side of road with limited parking.

TELEPHONE: Al 610-929-9694 with questions.