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Mountain Club of Trip Schedule JULY–OCTOBER 2013 The Club is dependent upon the voluntary Trail Policies and Etiquette cooperation of those participating in its activities. Observance of the following guidelines will enhance the enjoyment The Mountain Club of Maryland (MCM) is a non-profit organization, of everyone: founded in 1934, whose primary concern is to provide its members and • Register before the deadline. Early registration for overnight or com- guests the opportunity to enjoy nature through hiking and other activi- plicated trips is especially helpful. Leaders may close registration early ties, particularly in the mountainous areas accessible to . when necessary to limit the size of the trip. The leader may also refuse We publish a hike and activities schedule, with varieties in location registration to persons who may not be sufficiently strong to stay with and difficulty. We welcome guests to participate in most of our activi- the group. ties. We include some specialized hikes, such as family or nature hikes. • Trips are seldom canceled, even for inclement weather. Check with We help each other, but ultimately everyone is responsible for their the leader when conditions are questionable. If you must cancel, call individual safety and welfare on MCM trips. the leader before he or she leaves for the starting point. Members and We generally charge a guest fee of $2 for non-members. This fee is guests who cancel after trip arrangements have been made are billed waived for members of other maintaining clubs. Club for any food or other expenses incurred. members, through their dues, pay the expenses associated with publish- • Arrive early. The time posted on the schedule is for departure, not ing this schedule, maintaining our website, maintaining trails, etc. Guests assembly. contribute to these obligations through the medium of the guest fee. • Check with the leader before bringing small children. The consent of From its beginning, MCM members have recognized that our trails a parent or guardian is required for unaccompanied guests under 18 would not remain in their natural beauty and available unless interest years of age. in maintaining these trails is fostered. Therefore, the club has affiliated • Enjoy the natural environment, and allow other to do the same. with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy, the Keystone Trails Associa- Exercise discretion and courtesy with cell phones and other electronic tion and other advocacy groups. MCM maintains over 40 miles of the devices. Courtesy to the leader, your fellow hikers, and the landowners Appalachian Trail in Maryland and Pennsylvania, as well as other trails is a primary consideration. in the area. MCM also contributes to conservation and natural preserva- • Adjust to the leader’s pace, neither forging ahead nor falling too far tion projects. behind. The leader should be told if you drop out, even temporarily. An updated version of this schedule is always available on our website • Leave all flowers and other plants for others to enjoy. Do not litter; take at www.mcomd.org. There is an abridged public version of the schedule trash with you if proper disposal is not available. Stay on the footpath. available. Members must log in to view the full version of the schedule. MCM supports Leave No Trace principles. “Take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints, kill nothing but time.” Suggestions to Hikers • Comply with all rules and laws applicable to the hiking venue. • Remember that the leader is a volunteer. The trip description is an overview and a plan, not an exact itinerary. The hike leader may make The Mountain Club of Maryland, Inc. and/or its leaders, officers, changes at his/her discretion. or representatives, shall not be liable for any injury, loss or damage to • It is important to bring an adequate amount of drinking water—espe- persons and/or property, direct or consequential, arising out of any cially on hot, humid days. At least two quarts are recommended, and in trips and/or activities of the Club. The assumption of risk, which is addition, a sports drink to help restore electrolytes. inherent in this type of rugged outdoor activity, is implied on the part • Clothing that will stand rough usage is essential. of each person who attends any club trip; and every person participat- • Wear enough to keep warm while walking and carry a jacket or sweater ing in any of said trips and/or activities assumes all risk and liability in for inactive periods. connection therewith. • Sturdy footwear is a must. • On long trips, it is advisable to bring a change of shoes and clothing, Denotes Midweek Leisure Hikes and carry a flashlight. (Prior Registration not required) • Bring your own lunch and other foods as the length of the trip warrants MW to sustain your energy. • A daypack is recommended for hiker convenience. • Expenses are estimates, and may be adjusted. Denotes hikes where dogs are permitted. • On overnight trips, check with the leader concerning any equipment needed. DOG POLICY • Advise the leader immediately when an issue is identified, such as •The trip leader must be informed when a dog will be attending. forgotten water or food, equipment malfunctions, injuries, etc. •Dog owners are not expected to participate in a car pool with non-dog owners (unless two dog owners and dogs agree). •Dogs must be on a leash at all times and under control. HIKE GRADING TABLE •Rules of the venue pertaining to pets must be followed. •Owners must clean up after their dogs. The symbol consists of two characters: a number and a letter. •Owners must keep dogs away from other people during snack or lunch The number designates the length of the hike to the nearest mile. breaks. The letter designates the difficulty of the hike: E for Easy, •Dogs must be friendly to other dogs and people on an outing. •Dogs do better in cooler weather. Be sure that your dog is up to doing the M for Moderate, H for Hard, and S for Strenuous hike as described in the schedule.

PLEASE NOTE: all trips require advance registration unless otherwise specified. Phone: 410-377-6266 / E-mail: [email protected] / Internet: http://www.mcomd.org WEDNESDAY – JULY 3 – SAVAGE PARK – 5M MW Leave 10:00AM from parking lot. I-95 or Rte. 29, take Rte. 32E to Rte. 1S toward Laurel. Right at light onto Howard St. Left on Baltimore St. At end, right onto Fair St. & enter the park. Park near tennis courts on left. 8400 Fair St., Savage 20763 LEADER: Rose Redd, 410-799-4273. WEDNESDAY – JULY 3 – PVSP DANIELS TO TUNNELS – 7+M This hike has some steep hills and stream crossings. MEET: 10.00 A.M. From I-695 take I-70 W for 4m. Take 1st exit (US 29 North) for 0.5m. Turn R on Rodgers Ave (MD 99) for 0.7m. At traffic circle, take 3rd exit onto Old Frederick Rd for 0.8m. Turn L onto Daniels Rd for 1m to parking on right. GPS N39.314495,-W76.815805. LEADER; Gary Reinoehl 410-381-7212, Cell only on day of hike: 443-285-2575, [email protected] - Members do not need to register. WEDNESDAY – JULY 3 – TRI-STATE HIKE – 13H/S This 13 1/2 mile version of the tri-state hike contains both a circuit hike and an out-and-back hike. Be sure to bring a camera for the beautiful overlooks in VA, WV, and MD. This hike has numerous sections of rocky trail and includes about 2,500 feet of climbing. Our pace while hiking will be 2.5 - 3 mph. LEAVE: 7:45 AM from Howard County Fairgrounds parking area. (From Exit 80 on I-70, take MD-32 south for about .25 mile; then go west (right) on MD-144 for .5 mile; turn right at Fairgrounds Road to parking on your left.) LEADER: Jim Koury, at [email protected] (preferred) or 410 747-2868. CARPOOL COST: $5.00. SATURDAY-JULY 6 – BACKPACK 101 CLASS – OREGON RIDGE NATURE CENTER Have you been hiking for awhile and are ready to take the next step into the world of backpacking? This two-hour class will cover equipment, how to plan a backpacking trip, and what food is appropriate for the trail. Held in the Oregon Ridge Nature Center library from 10:00am – noon. Free, however a donation to the Nature Center is always appreciated. Presenter: Steve Weber [email protected] or 443 845-2135. WEDNESDAY – JULY 10 – – 5-6E MW Mostly wooded with small hills. Leave 10:00AM from Rockburn Branch parking lot located at 5400 Landing Rd., Elkridge 21075. I-95, exit 43B, Take Rte. 100 for 1.3 mi. Take exit 4 & merge onto MD 103W, Meadowridge Rd. for 0.3 mi. Turn right on Montgomery Rd. for 0.2 mi. Turn left & stay on Montgomery Rd. for 0.6 mi. Left on Rockburn Branch Rd., proceed to parking lot. Restrooms & picnic area available. LEADERS: Bob & Janine Grossman, 410-961-8204, cell day of hike, 410-961-8204, [email protected] WEDNESDAY – JULY 10 – SAVAGE PARK / PATUXENT BRANCH TRAIL – 7M Circuit hike in Howard County with a few small stream crossings. Moderate pace. MEET: 10:00 A.M. Wincopin Area of Savage Park, 9271 Vollmerhausen Rd Jessup, MD 20794. From I-95, take Exit 38B for MD-32 west; or from MD-29, take Exit 16A for MD-32 east. From MD-32, Exit 14 for Brokenland Pkwy south (stay in left lane). Left onto Guilford Rd, right onto Murray Hill Rd, 0.4 mile left onto Vollmerhausen Rd. 1.3 mi to Savage Park lot on right. LEADER: Monica Fortner (410) 381-5489 / [email protected]: WEDNESDAY – JULY 10 – AT ACROSS MD SERIES – 8M One of a series of 9 hikes on the Appalachian Trail across Maryland. An out-and-back hike of 8 mi going north from to White Rock overlook via Bear Spring Cabin. Total elevation gain is 950’ with the longest climb of 450’ over 1.5 mi. Pace averages 2.5 mph. LEAVE: 8:45 A.M. from Howard Co. Fairgrounds, take I-70 Exit 80 south on MD-32, 0.25 mi to west on MD-144, 0.5 mi to fairgrounds. LEADER: Reuben Dagold 410-486-8737 / [email protected]. CARPOOL COST: $5.00. SATURDAY – JULY 13 – – 8M This hike is for those who are looking for a fast-paced hike and like the idea of being back in your car by 11:30ish so that you can still have a lot of time left in your busy weekend. We will get in a good hiking workout while enjoying the beautiful trails of Loch Raven. Some rocky hills and one very steep climb. Leave at 8:30 am from the trailhead across the street from 10514 Pot Spring Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030. LEADER: Ann Roberts at 410-299-8833 or [email protected] SUNDAY – JULY 14 – LOCH RAVEN RESERVOIR – 5-6M WOOF! Treat your dog to this fun, moderate hike. Mostly flat with a few rocky hills. If your dog enjoys long walks around the neighborhood, then he/she will surely enjoy this walk in the cool, shady woods. No dog? Then come without one and still enjoy the hike with us. We will all have a barking good time. No bones about it! Bring a snack and water for you and the dog. Leave at 8:00 am from the trailhead across the street from 10514 Pot Spring Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030. LEADER: Ann and Biscuit Roberts at 410-299-8833 or [email protected] SUNDAY – JULY 14 – AT IN PA – 8-9H We will shuttle to Shippensberg Road and hike back to Pine Grove Furnace on the AT. There is a net elevation loss of 1,100 feet, but there are some rocky areas. The hike will be lead at a brisk pace. Take the opportunity to visit the AT Museum when we get back to Pine Grove Furnace. MEET: 9:00 AM, AT Museum parking lot (40.031856, -77.305333) in Pine Grove Furnace State Park. LEADER: Dennis Hurley, (717) 385-6879, or [email protected]. WEDNESDAY – JULY 17 – OLD FREDERICK TO HOLLOFIELD – 5-6M MW Slow pace, some hills. Leave 10:00AM. I-695, I-70W for 4 mi. Take first exit (Rte. 29N) for 0.5 mi. Right on Rodgers Ave. (Rte. 99) for 0.7 mi. At traffic circle, take 3rd exit onto Old Frederick Rd. for 1.6 mi. Just past RR & before bridge, park on right. GPS 39.310232, - 76.793109. LEADER: Gary Reinoehl, 410-381-7212, cell on day of hike, 443-285-2575, [email protected]

– 2 – WEDNESDAY – JULY 17 – DICKINSON TO SAVAGE PARK – 8E 8 mile easy walk on mostly paved trails in Columbia. Wear sneakers instead of hiking boots. MEET: 10:00 A.M. at Dickinson Park, 7455 Eden Brook Dr, 21046, From I-95, take Exit 38B for MD-32 west; or from MD-29, take Exit 16A for MD-32 east. From MD-32, Exit 15 for Shaker Dr./ Eden Brook Dr. Follow signs for Eden Brook Dr. Dickinson Park is on the left 1 mile from MD-32. Park in the St. LEADER: Monica Fortner (410) 381-5489 / [email protected] WEDNESDAY – JULY 17 – – 9M Approximate 9-mile hike in Tuckahoe State Park along in Queen Anne’s Co, on Eastern Shore of Maryland. Pace will average 2.5 mph. Meet 9 am at parking lot behind McDonalds Fast Food on US-50/301 just west of Bay Bridge. We will carpool from there. If you prefer to drive direct to Tuckahoe address is Tuckahoe State Park, 13070 Crouse Mill Road, Queen Anne, MD 21657. Leader: Ron Cully 410 956-2010/[email protected] CARPOOL COST: $3.00 SATURDAY – JULY 20 – DEVIL’S RACECOURSE TO PEN MAR – 10H Join us on this Frederick County hike and enjoy lunch at the Pen Mar overlook. Total ascent is about 1,500 feet; some terrain is extremely rocky; there are no stream crossings to speak of; and the bulk of the hike is on the Appalachian Trail. Our pace while hiking will be 2.5 - 3 mph. LEAVE: 8:30AM from the Rte 32 Park and Ride just north of I-70 (exit 80). LEADER: Jim Koury, at [email protected] (preferred) or 410 747-2868. CARPOOL COST: $6.00. SATURDAY – JULY 20 – – 5-6E/M We’ll explore various trails in this beautiful local park. The hike will include four stream crossings. LEAVE: 9:30 AM from the nature center parking lot. LEADER: Peter Johnson, at [email protected] or cell 805-300-4698. SATURDAY – JULY 20 – POND RUN-HALF MOON LOOKOUT/WHITE ROCKS, GREAT NORTH MOUNTAIN, VA-W.VA. – 15S Length: 15 miles; Elevation gain: 2600 ft. Hike on Pond Run Trail crossing stream a total of 9 times to overlook at Half Moon Lookout, and White Rocks. Specatular views of Trout Run Valley between Mill Mountain and Long Mountain. LEAVE: 7:00 AM, Park & Ride, Exit 80, I-70 W and Rt. 32 N. Breakfast stop. CARPOOL FEE: $15.00 LEADER: Karen Klinedinst, 410-889-8225 or [email protected] SUNDAY – JULY 21 – LOCH RAVEN GLEN ELLEN TRAIL – 9-10M This is an out and back hike that follows the Loch Raven shoreline between Dulaney Valley and Providence Roads. Stream crossings are minor. LEAVE: 9:30 AM from the Timonium Park & Ride, north lot. LEADER: Peter Johnson, at pdjohnson43@ hotmail.com or cell 805-300-4698. ESTIMATED CARPOOL COST: $1.00 SUNDAY – JULY 21 – ROCKBURN BRANCH PARK/PVSP: ORANGE GROVE AREA – 9M Join us on this 9 mile hike in Howard County. The hike has multiple stream crossings, about 1,000 feet of elevation gain, and a few rocky sections of trail. Our pace while hiking will be 2.5 - 3 mph, and lunch will be by the water. LEAVE: 10:00 AM from Rockburn Branch Park parking lot, located at 5400 Landing Road, Elkridge 21075. (After entering the park at Landing Road, go .4 mile to end of parking lot.) LEADER: Jim Koury, at [email protected] (preferred) or 410 747-2868. WEDNESDAY – JULY 24 – HARFORD GLEN ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER – 5-6M MW Wooded trails, some hills, & stream crossings. Sticks recommended. Facility is used by the Harford Cty. Public Schools to study the environment and is only open during the week when schools are not in session. Leave 10:00AM from upper parking lot. I-95N to exit 77A, Rte 24N towards Bel Air. At 2nd traffic light, turn left onto W. Wheel Rd. Go thru 1 roundabout. End at 502 W. Wheel Rd., Bel Air 21015. LEADER: Peggy Thomas, 443-463-9232, [email protected] WEDNESDAY – JULY 24 – OREGON RIDGE – 5M Baltimore County hike with some hills and stream crossings. MEET: 10.00 A.M. Oregon Ridge .Nature Center. I-83 north to exit 20B, Shawan Rd. West. Left at Beaver Dam Road, then immediate right to parking area. LEADERS: John & Sally Heyn 410-363-2620 WEDNESDAY – JULY 24 – GUNPOWDER FALLS SP/ PANTHER BRANCH – 8M Enjoy a circuit hike with some hills and nice views on the Gunpowder Falls. The pace will be moderate, about 2.5 to 3 MPH. LEAVE: 10:00 AM from the Bunker Hill Parking Lot. Directions: Take exit 27 (MT. Carmel Rd.) from I-83. Turn right on Mt. Carmel Rd to York Rd. Turn left on York Rd. Drive approximately 1 mile, then turn left on to Bunker Hill Rd. Parking lot is at the end of the road. LEADER: Donald Lears (410) 871-9108. No calls after 8 PM. [email protected] SATURDAY – JULY 27 – LOCH RAVEN RESERVOIR – 8M This hike is for those who are looking for a fast-paced hike and like the idea of being back in your car by 11:30ish so that you can still have a lot of time left in your busy weekend. We will get in a good hiking workout while enjoying the beautiful trails of Loch Raven. Some rocky hills and one very steep climb. Leave at 8:30 am from the trailhead across the street from 10514 Pot Spring Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030. LEADER: Ann Roberts at 410-299-8833 or [email protected] WEDNESDAY – JULY 31 – CATONSVILLE & ELLICOTT CITY – 5-6M MW Mixture of streets, wooded paths & hills. Leave 10:00AM from front of Trolley Trail at deadend of Edmondson Ave. & Chalfonte. I-695, Edmondson Ave.W toward Catonsville. (Cross lights at Ingleside, Winters Ln, Rolling Rd., Old Frederick Rd. circle, pass school on left before the dead end) Bring money for ice cream snack after lunch. LEADER: Linda Brooks, 443-851- 0718, [email protected]

– 3 – WEDNESDAY – JULY 31 – ROCKBURN BRANCH PARK WEST – 7E This Howard County hike has some hills but no stream crossings. MEET: 10A.M. From I-95 exit 43B, take MD-100 for 1.3m, Take exit 4 & merge onto MD 7-103 W Meadowridge Rd for 0.3m. Turn R on Montgomery Rd for 0.2m. Turn L & stay on Montgomery Rd for 0.6m. Turn L on Rockburn Branch Park Rd & proceed 0.6m to the parking lot at the end of the road. LEADER: Gary Reinoehl 410-381-7212, Cell only on day of hike: 443-285-2575, [email protected]. WEDNESDAY – JULY 31 – PARK – 8M Circuit hike of approximately 9 miles over rolling wooded terrain in Jug Bay Natural Area of Patuxent River Park in Prince George’s Cty. Several moderate short climbs on well maintained trails. Pace will be 2.5 to 3.0 miles per hour. LEAVE: 8:30 A.M. from Benfield Blvd./Veteran’s Hwy Park-N-Ride behind Exxon station Exit 10-A off I-97 south. LEADER: John Knepley [email protected] (410) 987-8341. CARPOOL COST: $3.00. SATURDAY – AUGUST 3 – PVSP DANIELS TO TUNNELS – 7M This 10 AM Hike has hills (some steep) and stream crossings. From Balt. Beltway, take I-70 W for 4m. Take 1st exit (US 29 North) for 0.5m. Turn R on Rodgers Ave (MD 99) for 0.7m. At traffic circle, take 3rd exit onto Old Frederick Rd for 0.8m. Turn L onto Daniels Rd for 1m to parking on right. GPS N39.314495,-W76.815805. LEADER: Gary Reinoehl 410-381- 7212, Cell only on day of hike: 443-285-2575, [email protected] - Members do not need to register. SATURDAY-SUNDAY, AUGUST 3-4 – BACKPACK 101 OVERNIGHT TRIP – AT IN MD – 12.5M This is a moderate overnight backpacking trip for participants of the Backpack 101 Class that was held in July, although others are welcome. Day 1: Hike 6.5 miles from Wolfsville Rd. to Annapolis Rocks and camp for the night. Day 2: Hike 6 miles to the Washington Monument. Requires car shuttle. LEAVE: 8:00AM, Rt. 32 Park and Ride, just north of I-70 exit 80. LEADER: Steve Weber [email protected] or 443 845-2135. ESTIMATED CARPOOL COST: $5. WEDNESDAY – AUGUST 7 – PSVP AVALON AREA – 5M MW LEAVE 9:00AM (NOTE EARLIER START TIME) from Avalon pavilions. No big stream crossings, first half uphill. Lunch at Cascade Falls & then downhill to end. I-695 Wilkins Ave.W. Follow to “T” at Rollling Rd. Left at Rolling which becomes Selford in ½ mi. Continue on Selford to Francis, right on Francis, follow brown signs to entrance. Follow to “T”, left to parking & pavilions. LEADER: Joan Valentine, 410-737-2050, [email protected] WEDNESDAY – AUGUST 7 – SWEET AIR AREA, GUNPOWDER STATE PARK – 6M A Harford county hike with some hills & some stream crossings. MEET: 9.15 A.M. Carney P&R. From I-695 exit 31 Harford Rd. 0.5 miles north to P&R on left. CARPOOL COST$:2.00 or MEET: 10.00 A.M. Sweet Air Parking Lot. From I-695 exit 27 Dulaney Valley Rd N. After crossing Loch Raven Reservoir bear left on Jarrettsville Pile. 11.7 m north of I- 695 turn right onto Hess RD. Go 1.1 m & turn right onto Park Rd. Go .3 miles & turn left onto Moores Rd. Go .9m & turn right onto Dalton-Brevard Rd which ends at the parking lot LEADER: Liz Kristoffersen 443-938-4112/[email protected] WEDNESDAY – AUGUST 7 – DARK HOLLOWS – 10H A hike starting in Pennsylvania’sCaledonia State Park. First we ascend 500’ on the AT reaching a plateau. Departing from the AT, we follow a gradually descending trail to Hossack Run and the Dark Hollows. A nice gentle climb of 500’ along a stream until we return to the AT and the way back. LEAVE: 7:00 A.M. from Howard County Fairgrounds, (take I-70 Exit 80 south on MD-32, 0.25 mile to MD-144, west 0.5 mile to fairgrounds. LEADER: John Breivogel, emails only at [email protected]. CARPOOL COST: $8.00 SATURDAY – AUGUST 10 – LOCH RAVEN RESERVOIR – 8M This hike is for those who are looking for a fast-paced hike and like the idea of being back in your car by 11:30ish so that you can still have a lot of time left in your busy weekend. We will get in a good hiking workout while enjoying the beautiful trails of Loch Raven. Some rocky hills and one very steep climb. Leave at 8:30 am from the trailhead across the street from 10514 Pot Spring Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030. LEADER: Ann Roberts at 410-299-8833 or [email protected] SATURDAY – AUGUST 10 – HIKE # 2 – 11H Join us on this second in a series of out and back hikes (5 hikes total) that will traverse the Catoction Trail system (26 miles total). This hike includes several stream crossings, rocky sections, and some nice climbs with switchbacks. We will pass several ponds. Total ascent will be about 1500 feet and pace will be moderate (that is, our average speed while moving will be 2.5 - 3 mph). LEAVE: 8:30 AM from the Rte 32 Park and Ride just north of 1-70 (exit 80). LEADER: Fred Shaw, at [email protected] (preferred) or 301 604-5380(home) no calls after 9:00pm. CARPOOL COST: $5.00. SUNDAY – AUGUST 11 – GUNPOWDER FALLS TO PRETTYBOY DAM – 10H This hike starts on the Mingo Forks and Bunker Hill trails. We’ll then follow Gunpowder Falls and have lunch in the cool area below the dam. LEAVE: 10:00 AM from the Mount Carmel Park & Ride. LEADER: Peter Johnson, at pdjohnson43@ hotmail.com or cell 805-300-4698 SUNDAY – AUGUST 11 – LOCH RAVEN RESERVOIR – 5-6M WOOF! Treat your dog to this fun, moderate hike. Mostly flat with a few rocky hills. If your dog enjoys long walks around the neighborhood, then he/she will surely enjoy this walk in the cool, shady woods. No dog? Then come without one and still enjoy the hike with us. We will all have a barking good time. No bones about it! Bring a snack and water for you and the dog. Leave at 8:00 am from the trailhead across the street from 10514 Pot Spring Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030. LEADER: Ann and Biscuit Roberts at 410-299-8833 or [email protected]

– 4 – WEDNESDAY – AUGUST 14 – PVSP HOLLOFIELD – 4.5 - 5 E/M MW Ole Ranger Trail plus as much as bridge construction allows near river. Leave 10:00AM from park office parking lot. I-695, exit 15B, Rte. 40W. Three mi. & turn right into park. Turn left uphill to parking. From Rte. 29N, Rte. 40E. Two mi. & turn right into park. Thru tunnel under Rte. 40. Right uphill to parking. LEADER: Anne Reinhart, 410-788-1566. WEDNESDAY – AUGUST 14 – BIG GUNPOWDER – 6E Out & back \hike in Baltimore County on the south bank of the river, no hills, a couple of stream crossings. LEAVE: 10.00 A.M. Parking lot on Belair Rd I- 695 exit 32N go 5.5 miles to parking lot on right. LEADER: Liz Kristoffersen 443-938-4112/lizkris@ ekit.com WEDNESDAY – AUGUST 14 – LAKE WILLIAMS / REDMAN RESERVOIRS – 10M Approximate 10 mile circuit hike with some hills and possible minor stream crossings. Enjoy views of Lake Williams and Lake Redman water reservoirs for the city of York, PA, with a stop for lunch at the Nixon Nature Center. Pace averages 2.5 miles per hour. LEAVE: 9:00 A.M. from Mt. Carmel Road Park-N-Ride, I-83 north, Exit 27. LEADER: Ron Cully (410) 956-2010 / [email protected]. CARPOOL COST: $2.00. SATURDAY – AUGUST 17 – AT: GATHLAND STATE PARK TO WEVERTON CLIFFS – 12H This 12 mile out-and-back hike on the Appalachian Trail in Washington County replicates the club’s first hike, done in 1934. The trail has many very rocky sections, a total ascent of 1,600+ feet, no stream crossings, and lunch at the overlook. Our pace while hiking will be 2.5 - 3 mph. LEAVE: 8:30 AM from the Rte 32 Park and Ride just north of I-70 (exit 80). LEADER: Jim Koury, at [email protected] (preferred) or 410 747-2868. CARPOOL COST: $5.00. SATURDAY – AUGUST 17 – OVERALL RUN, SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK – 13S Length: 13 miles; Elevation gain: approx. 3,000 ft. Hike on the Tuscarora Trail from outside park boundary to Overall Run Trail. Steep climb up Overall Run Trail to overlook with views of the Upper Falls, Big Falls and Massanutten Mountains. We’ll stop at a swimming hole during the hike, so bring your swimsuit. LEAVE: 7:00 AM, Park & Ride, Exit 80, I-70 W and Rt. 32 N. Possible dinner stop. CARPOOL FEE: $15.00 LEADER: Karen Klinedinst, 410-889-8225 or [email protected] SUNDAY – AUGUST 18 – STATE PARK: HILTON AND ORANGE GROVE AREAS – 6M Join us on this 6 mile circuit hike in Baltimore and Howard Counties. The hike crosses both swinging bridges in the park, provides striking views of Bloedes’ Dam from both sides of the river, employs both blazed and unmarked trails, has a couple of stream crossings, some rugged sections of trail, and about 900 feet of climbing (including two climbs of 200+ feet). Our pace while hiking will be 2.5 - 3 mph. We will have a short snack break but no lunch. LEAVE: 10:00 AM from the Orange Grove parking lot. After entering the park on South Street (use 5120 South Street, Halethorpe, 21227 as an approximate address), proceed 1.2 miles and then turn left at Stop sign. Follow road for 1.9 miles to large parking lot on your left, just past the Swinging Bridge. LEADER: Jim Koury, at [email protected] (preferred) or 410 747-2868. NOTE: Honor system Park entrance fee for those less than 62. SUNDAY – AUGUST 18 – AT IN PA – 10-11H We will shuttle to Shippensberg Road and hike back to on the AT. There is a net elevation loss of 1,100 feet, but there are some rocky areas. The hike will be lead at a brisk pace. MEET: 9:00 AM, Parking Lot (39.909144, -77.48381) closest to the AT in Caledonia State Park. LEADER: Dennis Hurley, (717) 385-6879, or [email protected]. WEDNESDAY – AUGUST 21 – , COLUMBIA – 5E MW Leave 10:00AM from dock at Lake Elkhorn. I-695, to I-70W, Rte. 29S to exit 18 Brokenland Parkway, toward Owen Brown Center (cross over Rte. 29). Left at third light, Cradlerock Way (not 2nd light also Cradlerock Way), right on Dockside Lane & left into parking lot. Also can park on Cradlerock opposite Shell Station. No hills or streams. LEADERS: Sally & John Heyn, 410-363-2620. WEDNESDAY – AUGUST 21 – LITTLE GUNPOWDER TRAIL – 7M Out & back hike in Baltimore County on the border with Harford County. Some flat sections, a portion that is quite hilly & a few small stream crossings. LEAVE: 9.30 A.M. Carney P & R. I-695 exit 31B Harford rd. 0.5 mi. to parking lot on left. LEADERS: Carolyn & Bill Bauer 410-661-3182 0r CarBauer@vwerizon,net. No calls after 8.30 P.M. CARPOOL COST: $1.00. WEDNESDAY – AUGUST 21 – – 8M Hike about 8 miles in a loop thru mostly flat, wooded, and open terrain. Lunch near Mt. Airy Mansion, one of the oldest Calvert family mansions in the state, visited by Col. Washington. Pace 2.5 to 3 mph. LEAVE: 8:45 A.M. from Benfield Park & Ride just west of Veteran’s Highway, MD 178, in Anne Arundel County. From Baltimore Beltway, I-695, take I-97 south to Benfield Blvd., Exit 10A, east, to 1st traffic light. Turn left, north, onto Veteran’s Highway for about 0.1 mile. Turn left into Exxon service station’s north driveway and continue across the street into Park & Ride just behind the service station. LEADER: Bob Ginsburg (410) 992-5707 / [email protected] Cell phone hike day only: (213) 284-8248. CARPOOL COST: $4.00. SATURDAY –AUGUST 24 – CHIMNEY ROCK/CAT ROCK – 8.5H We will hike 8.5 miles at a moderate pace in Park and Cunningham Falls State Park. Approximate elevation gain is 1200 feet. LEAVE: 9:00a.m., Route 32 Park and Ride just north of I-70 (Exit 80). LEADER: Mike O’Connor (410) 871-0066 or email [email protected]. CARPOOL COST: $7.00.

– 5 – SATURDAY – AUG 24 – MYSTERY HIKE – 6-9M If you have a favorite trail, feel free to suggest it. Register with LEADER: Dorothy Guy, 410-744-6057 or [email protected]. SUNDAY – AUGUST 25 – LOCH RAVEN RESERVOIR – 8M This hike is for those who are looking for a fast-paced hike and like the idea of being back in your car by 11:30ish so that you can still have a lot of time left in your busy weekend. We will get in a good hiking workout while enjoying the beautiful trails of Loch Raven. Some rocky hills and one very steep climb. Leave at 8:30 am from the trailhead across the street from 10514 Pot Spring Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030. LEADER: Ann Roberts at 410-299-8833 or [email protected] WEDNESDAY – AUGUST 28 – ROBERT E. LEE/ – 5E MW Leave 10:00AM. Wooded trails, views of Lake Roland. From Falls Rd., just north of Lake Ave., turn east into park & go straight back to new parking lot. LEADER: Renate Milewich, 410-764-3234. WEDNESDAY – AUGUST 28 – PLEASANTVILLE AREA OF GUNPOWDER STATE PARK – 5.5M A circular hike on the border of Baltimore & Harford counties with some elevation and stream crossings. LEAVE: 9.30 A.M. from Carney P & R. From I-695 exit 31B, Harford Rd .5 miles to parking lot on left. LEADER: Liz Kristoffersen 443-938-4112 or [email protected]. CARPOOL COST:$1.00. WEDNESDAY – AUGUST 28 – PA AT: BOILING SPRINGS TO SHERWOOD ROAD – 12H Fifth in a series of six hikes on the PA Appalachian Trail from Pen Mar across the . This is a 11.9 mile one way hike with a car plant from Boiling Springs to Sherwood Rd. Moving pace averages 2.5-3.0 miles per hour. LEAVE: 7:00 a.m. from Howard Co. Fairgrounds. Take I-70 Exit 80 south on MD-32 0.25 mile to west (right) on MD-144 0.5 miles to fairgrounds on the right. LEADER: Dan McQueen at [email protected] or (410) 730-5957. CARPOOL COST: $10. SATURDAY – MONDAY – AUGUST 31 – SEPTEMBER 2 – OTTER CREEK WILDERNESS – 23.5M MW This trip will be a loop hike in the southwest section along streams with several cascading waterfalls. LEAVE: 7:00AM, Rt. 32 Park and Ride, just north of I-70 exit 80. LEADEr: Steve Weber [email protected] or 443 845-2135. ESTIMATED CARPOOL COST: $20. SATURDAY – MONDAY – AUGUST 31 – SEPTEMBER 2 – RAMSEY’S DRAFT BACKPACK – 20H Ridgeline views and sparkling mountain streams await adventurous souls. Participants must have own equipment. Register with LEADER: Dorothy Guy, 410-744-6057 or [email protected]. WEDNESDAY – SEPTEMBER 4 – – 5E MW Wide trails, gentle hills, & streams with bridges. Leave 10:00AM inside front gates near tennis courts. Rte 26W (Liberty Rd.) about 2 mi. past Rte. 32 to White Rock Rd. Left for 2 mi. to Martz Rd. Left for 1 mi. into park. DO NOT turn at Martz Rd. at St. Joseph’s Church. Seniors over 62 enter by car free. LEADERS: Nancy & Jerry Rescigno, 410-795-6005. WEDNESDAY – SEPTEMBER 4 – PANTHER BRANCH/GUNPOWDER, HEREFORD ZONE – 7M A beautiful hike in Northern Baltimore County from Camp Puh’Tok through the Gunpowder SP with small stream crossings and varied terrain (hills included). LEAVE: 9:30 A.M. from the Mt. Carmel P&R for a short carpool. I-83 to exit 27, Mt Carmel Rd, left onto Mt Carmel Rd to the P&R. LEADER: Sue Leslie 410-429-4954. WEDNESDAY – SEPTEMBER 4 – SHERWOOD FOREST & – 8M Hike the rolling forest hills for 5-6 miles & stroll along the Severn River for 2 flat miles. LEAVE: 10.00 A.M. from parking on the right side at the Sherwood Forest community gatehouse. I-97Sto Exit 5. Proceed south on MD 178 for 2.8 miles & turn left at the traffic light onto Old General’s Hwy. Go 0.3 miles & turn left on Sherwood Forest Rd. Go 0.5 mile to the gatehouse. LEADER: Dick Whiteford 410-849-2191. MCM members do not have to register. SUNDAY – SEPTEMBER 8 – LOCH RAVEN RESERVOIR – 8M This hike is for those who are looking for a fast-paced hike and like the idea of being back in your car by 11:30ish so that you can still have a lot of time left in your busy weekend. We will get in a good hiking workout while enjoying the beautiful trails of Loch Raven. Some rocky hills and one very steep climb. Leave at 8:30 am from the trailhead across the street from 10514 Pot Spring Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030. LEADER: Ann Roberts at 410-299-8833 or [email protected] SUNDAY – SEPTEMBER 8 – GUNPOWDER FALLS STATE PARK – SWEET AIR – 8M Although relatively easy hiking, there are a few short climbs and we will be hiking at a quick pace with a short snack stop. Pine forests, stream views,and open meadows make for a lovely Sunday morning time in the woods! LEAVE: 9:00 AM, 2710-2790 Dalton Bevard Rd, Baldwin, MD 21013. LEADER: Diane Mock (410) 948-9189, or [email protected]. No calls after 8:30 PM. WEDNESDAY – SEPTEMBER 11 – MCKELDIN AREA – 5M MW Leave 10:00AM from gatehouse parking lot. From Liberty Rd.W, left on Marriottsville Rd. about 4 mi. to park entrance on left. From I-70W, exit Marriottsville Rd., north about 4 mi. to park entrance on right. LEADER: Alan Slutsky, 410-998-9255.

– 6 – WEDNESDAY – SEPTEMBER 11 – BALTIMORE CITY’S LEAKIN/ PARK – 7M An approximately 7-mi circuitous hike through this Baltimore City woodland. LEAVE: 10:00 A.M. from Leakin Park entrance parking lot (1920 Eagle Dr. 21207). Take I-695 Exit 16 onto I-70 east and follow to end of expressway. Follow exit ramp to merge with northbound lanes of Security Blvd (MD-122). At first traffic light turn right onto Forest Park Ave. After 8 short blocks, at first traffic light, turn right onto Windsor Mill Rd. Pass large meadow on right and turn right onto Eagle Dr to parking lot before tennis courts. LEADER: Reuben Dagold 410-486-8737 [email protected]. WEDNESDAY – SEPTEMBER 11 – PA AT: SHERWOOD RD ACROSS SUSQUEHANNA RIVER – 16H Sixth in a series of six hikes on the PA Appalachian Trail from Pen Mar across the Susquehanna River. This is a 15.5 mile one way hike with a car plant from Sherwood Rd. across the Susquehanna River. Moving pace averages 2.5-3.0 miles per hour. LEAVE: 7:00 a.m. from Howard Co. Fairgrounds. Take I-70 Exit 80 south on MD-32 0.25 mile to west (right) on MD-144 0.5 miles to fairgrounds on the right. LEADER: Dan McQueen at [email protected] or (410) 730-5957. CARPOOL COST: $10.00 SATURDAY – SEPTEMBER 14 – DARLINGTON TRAIL – 10M This out and back hike starts at Lambs Gap and follows the Darlington trail west to the intersection with the Appalachian and Tuscarora trails. We’ll head south on the AT to the Cumberland valley overlook, then return north on the AT to the Darlington shelter for lunch. LEAVE: 8:30 AM from the Timonium Park & Ride. LEADER: Peter Johnson, at [email protected] or cell 805-300-4698. ESTIMATED CARPOOL COST: $7.00 SATURDAY – SEPTEMBER 14 – JEREMY’S RUN – 14H This is a circuit hike of about 14 miles in the northern section of Shenandoah National Park. The highlight is numerous (14?) stream crossings of Jeremy’s Run. LEAVE: 7:30 AM, Rt. 32 Park and Ride at I-70. LEADERS: Patty and Steve Williams, [email protected] or 410-259-8623. ESTIMATED CARPOOL COST: $15.00. SUNDAY – SEPTEMBER 15 – GUNPOWDER FALLS NORTH & SOUTH TRAILS – 10M This circuit hike starts at the Bunker Hill parking lot and follows Gunpowder Falls between Masemore Road and Big Falls Road. We’ll start and finish with hills on the South trail. Several minor stream crossings. LEAVE: 9:30 AM from the Bunker Hill parking lot. LEADER: Peter Johnson, at [email protected] or cell 805-300-4698. SUNDAY – SEPTEMBER 15 – AT IN PA – 10-11H We will shuttle to Rattlesnake Run Road and hike back to Caledonia State Park on the AT. There is no net elevation change, but there is 1,000 foot climb at the start and some rocky areas at the end. The hike will be lead at a brisk pace. MEET: 9:00 AM, Parking Lot (39.909144, -77.48381) closest to the AT in Caledonia State Park. LEADER: Dennis Hurley, (717) 385-6879, or [email protected]. WEDNESDAY – SEPTEMBER 18 – BOWLEY’S QUARTERS – 5E MW Flat nature trail, small beach, paved roads. Tour the waterfront community. Lunch on shore of . Leave 10:00AM. I-695E, I95N. Take 1st exit, 67A, Rte 43E, toward Rte 40. Continue to end of Rte. 43. Left at Rte 150, Eastern Blvd. One mile to second light (Carroll Island Rd). Right on Carroll Island Rd., right at second light, Bowley’s Quarters Rd. Follow for 2.5 miles. (Do not bear right at Susquehanna) Left on Goose Harbor Rd., Follow into Miami Beach Rd. to Miami Beach Park entrance, park in lot. LEADER: Deanna Phelps, 410-335-2266 before 10:00PM, [email protected]. Cell 443-629-8563 after 9:30AM morning of hike. WEDNESDAY – SEPTEMBER 18 – GUNPOWDER STATE PARK – MASEMORE RD – 3M Something different. A nature hike with special attention to the plants that we see. The Hereford area of the Gunpowder houses some rare and uncommon native plants. The hike will be short and very slow but there will be some steep hills and a scramble over rocks. LEAVE: 10.00 AM from the Mt Carmel Park and Ride for a short car pool. North on I-83 to exit 27, west on Mt Carmel to P&R. LEADER: Dwight Johnson Home (410-366-7239) Cell (551-486-8518) email [email protected]. WEDNESDAY – SEPTEMBER 18 – ANTIETAM NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD – 12M Join us for a circuit hike with some historical narrative around and through Antietam National Battlefield. Since September 17 is the 151st anniversary of the battle, the hike will take additional significance. (Note this is a hike with a little history, not a history speech with a little walking.) Start at the Visitors Center and proceed through the West Woods, Miller’s Cornfield, Bloody Lane, Burnsides Bridge, Snavely’s Ford, Nutter’s Ice Cream Store before returning to the Visitors Center. There is a considerable amount of open terrain walking, so a hat and sunscreen may be needed if sunny weather is predicted. There are no significant stream crossings or elevation gains; however there is about 1.5 miles of road walking at the end. LEAVE: 8:30 A.M. from Howard County Fairgrounds, (take I-70 Exit 80 south on MD-32, 0.25 mile to MD-144, west 0.5 mile to fairgrounds. LEADER: John Breivogel, emails only at [email protected]. CARPOOL COST: $6.00 Friday-Sunday – September 20-22 – CANOE/kayak TRIP, PINE BARRENS, NJ Paddle Oswego and Wading rivers in the Pine Barrens. Arrive Friday evening and camp two nights at the Bodine Field campground in the Pine Barrens. You are on your own for all lunches. Two breakfasts, one dinner and cookie breaks will be provided. Cost est. $25.00. Toll roads $11.00. LEADER: Wayne Lipscomb (410) 298-0885 or [email protected]. CO-LEADER: Amanda Greene. Register with leader only. No calls before August 20, 2013. No calls after 9:30 PM.

– 7 – SATURDAY – SEPTEMBER 21 – LOCH RAVEN RESERVOIR – 8M This hike is for those who are looking for a fast-paced hike and like the idea of being back in your car by 11:30ish so that you can still have a lot of time left in your busy weekend. We will get in a good hiking workout while enjoying the beautiful trails of Loch Raven. Some rocky hills and one very steep climb. Leave at 8:30 am from the trailhead across the street from 10514 Pot Spring Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030. LEADER: Ann Roberts at 410-299-8833 or [email protected] SUNDAY – SEPTEMBER 22 – LOCH RAVEN RESERVOIR – 5-6M WOOF! Treat your dog to this fun, moderate hike. Mostly flat with a few rocky hills. If your dog enjoys long walks around the neighborhood, then he/she will surely enjoy this walk in the cool, shady woods. No dog? Then come without one and still enjoy the hike with us. We will all have a barking good time. No bones about it! Bring a snack and water for you and the dog. Leave at 8:00 am from the trailhead across the street from 10514 Pot Spring Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030. LEADER: Ann and Biscuit Roberts at 410-299-8833 or [email protected] WEDNESDAY – SEPTEMBER 25 – GUNPOWDER/WILDLANDS/STOCKDALE – 4-5E/M MW Hike the Wildlands & Stockdale Trails in a loop & possibly in & out on the Big Gunpowder Trail. One stream crossing & several hills. Leave 10:00AM from parking lot at Big Gunpowder Falls on Belair Rd. I-695 to exit 32, Belair Rd/Rte. 1N for about 5 mi. Parking lot on right. No restrooms at trailhead. LEADER: Ginny Lipscomb, 410-285-0835, cell morning of hike, 410-868-9587. WEDNESDAY – SEPTEMBER 25 – BELAIR RD TO JERUSALEM MILL & THE COVERED BRIDGE AND BACK – 6M An out & back hike along the Little Gunpowder (in Baltimore & Harford Counties) with some stream crossings. MEET: 10:00 A.M. Belair Rd. just south of the Baltimore/Harford County line. From I-695 exit 32B Belair Rd North, drive 9.1 miles (15 minutes) to park on a parking area at road side. Do NOT stop at the Big Gunpowder at 5 miles. LEADERS: John & Sally Heyn 410-363-2620. WEDNESDAY – SEPTEMBER 25 – AT ACROSS MARYLAND SERIES – 9M An out and back hike of a total of 8.8 miles going south from Wolfsville Road (MD-17) to Pogo Campground. Total elevation gain is 700’ with the longest climb of 500’ over 2.5 miles. Pace averages 2.5 miles per hour. LEAVE: 8:45 A.M. from Howard County Fairgrounds, take I-70 Exit 80 south on MD-32, 0.25 mile to west on MD-144, 0.5 mile to fairgrounds. LEADER: John Knepley (410) 987-8341 / [email protected]. CARPOOL COST: $5.00. SATURDAY – SEPTEMBER 28 – (TWO) – 10H Join us on this 10 mile hike in Frederick County. The hike has many very rocky sections of trail, a couple of scenic overlooks, a total ascent of 1,500+ feet, and no stream crossings. Our pace while hiking will be 2.5 - 3 mph. LEAVE: 8:45 AM from the Rte 32 Park and Ride just north of I-70 (exit 80). LEADER: Jim Koury, at [email protected] (preferred) or 410 747-2868. CARPOOL COST: $5.00. SATURDAY – SEPTEMBER 28 – GEORGES CREEK TO SHAMBERGER’S PENNISULA – 9M Join us on this hike that will begin on the west side of Georges Creek. We will follow the Prettyboy Trail along Georges Creek as it widens and joins the reservoir watershed, & then hike up to Shamberger’s Peninsula. Lunch at the end of the peninsula with 3 different waterviews of the 2 largest islands in the watershed. The Shamberger Trail is an old “horse & buggy” road. An out & back hike that follows a different route when we come back to Georges Creek. A couple of stream crossings. Pace will be 2.5 mph. LEAVE: 9:00 a.m. from the Mt. Carmel Road Park & Ride. I-83 north, Exit 27. LEADER: Caryn Joachim 410-374-4879. [email protected]. No calls after 8 p.m. CARPOOL COST: $2.00 SATURDAY – SEPTEMBER 28 – CAMP ROOSEVELT AREA, MASSANUTTEN MOUNTAINS, VA. – 18S Length: 18 miles; Elevation gain: approximately 3,000 ft. In the morning we will hike a 9.5 mile circuit hike on the Stephens Trail and the Massanutten East trail to Kennedy’s Peak returning to Camp Roosevelt. Excellent views east to the Blue Ridge Mountains. In the afternoon, hike out-and-back on the Duncan Hollow Trail and the Gap Creek to Duncan’s Knob. Rock scramble to the top of Duncan’s Knob and enjoy excellent views west to West Virginia. LEAVE: 7:00 AM, Park & Ride, Exit 80, I-70 W and Rt. 32 N. Breakfast stop. Possible dinner stop. CARPOOL FEE: $15.00 LEADER: Karen Klinedinst, 410-889-8225 or [email protected]. SUNDAY – SEPTEMBER 29 – PATAPSCO VALLEY STATE PARK: GLEN ARTNEY AREA (TWO) – 6M This 6 mile hike in Baltimore County has multiple stream crossings, a total ascent of 600+ feet, and a couple of sections of rocky terrain. Our pace while hiking will be 2.5 - 3 mph. There will be a short snack break but no lunch. LEAVE: 10:00 AM from the Southwest Park and Ride, at I-195 and Rolling Rd (Rte 166). LEADER: Jim Koury, at [email protected] (preferred) or 410-747-2868. WEDNESDAY – OCTOBER 2 – ANNUAL LEISURE GROUP HIKE & LUNCHEON MW HIKE: Easy flat walk to Hog Rock from Park Central Road. Leave 10:30AM from 3rd parking lot past the Catoctin Mt. Park Visitor’s Center. Restrooms at visitor’s center. Note late starting time. We will include Blue Ridge Overlook as time permits. I-70W to Rte. 15N to Rte. 77W (just past Thurmont) to visitor center on right or to Park Central Rd. LEADER: Anne Reinhart, 410-788-1566. LUNCHEON: Served at 12:30PM at Cozy Inn with all-you-can-eat buffet. To Cozy Inn: I-70W to Rte. 15N. Exit at Thurmont onto Rte. 806. Right at stop sign, left at traffic light. Go ½ block to Cozy on left. FOR RESERVATIONS: Send check for $11, by Wednesday, September 25, payable to Richard Behrens, & mail to 1600 Ruxton Rd., B-9, Ruxton, MD 21204. Questions, call Dick, 410-583-7402.

– 8 – WEDNESDAY – OCTOBER 2 – PANTHER BRANCH/GUNPOWDER, HEREFORD ZONE – 7M A beautiful hike in Northern Baltimore County from Camp Puh’Tok through the Gunpowder SP with small stream crossings and varied terrain (hills included). LEAVE: 9:30 A.M. from the Mt Carmel P&R for a short carpool. I-83 to exit 27, Mt Carmel Rd, left onto Mt Carmel Rd to the P&R. LEADER: Sue Leslie 410-429-4954. WEDNESDAY – OCTOBER 2 – AT ACROSS MD SERIES – 10H An out and back hike of a total of 9.5 miles going south from Pen Mar Park to Raven Rocks Shelter. Total elevation gain is 1,750’ with the longest climb of 600’ over .8 mile. Trail is very rocky in places. Pace averages 2.5 miles per hour. LEAVE: 8:15 A.M. from Howard County Fairgrounds. Take I-70 Exit 80 south on MD-32, 0.25 mile to west on MD-144, 0.5 mile to fairgrounds. LEADER: John Knepley/ [email protected] / (410) 987-8341. CARPOOL COST: $5.00. SATURDAY – OCTOBER 5 – BALTIMORE HARBOR AND FORT MCHENRY – 9M This point-to-point, urban hike goes from the Korean War Memorial on Boston St to Ft McHenry. There will be a car plant. LEAVE: 9:00 a.m. at the parking area on the left, inside Ft McHenry’s grounds, 2400 East Fort Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230 (Use Lawrence St, not Woodall, as your GPS or Mapquest might indicate.) LEADER: Reuben Dagold 410-486-8737, reubendagold@ comcast.net. SATURDAY – OCTOBER 5 – LOCH RAVEN RESERVOIR – 8M This hike is for those who are looking for a fast-paced hike and like the idea of being back in your car by 11:30ish so that you can still have a lot of time left in your busy weekend. We will get in a good hiking workout while enjoying the beautiful trails of Loch Raven. Some rocky hills and one very steep climb. Leave at 8:30 am from the trailhead across the street from 10514 Pot Spring Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030. LEADER: Ann Roberts at 410-299-8833 or [email protected] SUNDAY – OCTOBER 6 – HOWARD COUNTY, MD CONSERVANCY & PVSP – 7M This 10AM hike has hills and stream crossings. Take I-70 W for 10.3m to Exit 83. Turn R on Marriottsville Rd N for 1.1 miles. Turn R on MD-99/Old Fredrick Rd. The HC Conservancy is 1m on the L (10520 Old Frederick Road, Woodstock, MD). LEADER: Gary Reinoehl 410-381-7212, Cell only on day of hike: 443-285-2575, [email protected] - Members do not need to register. SUNDAY – OCTOBER 6 – LOCH RAVEN RESERVOIR – 5-6M WOOF! Treat your dog to this fun, moderate hike. Mostly flat with a few rocky hills. If your dog enjoys long walks around the neighborhood, then he/she will surely enjoy this walk in the cool, shady woods. No dog? Then come without one and still enjoy the hike with us. We will all have a barking good time. No bones about it! Bring a snack and water for you and the dog. Leave at 8:00 am from the trailhead across the street from 10514 Pot Spring Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030. LEADER: Ann and Biscuit Roberts at 410-299-8833 or [email protected] WEDNESDAY – OCTOBER 9 – – 4.5 E-M MW Slow pace, beginning long uphill. Leave 10:00AM from parking lot near Rte. 32 bridge. Liberty Rd. Rte 26N, right on Rte. 32 toward Westminster, for 4 ½ mi. As soon as cross Rte. 32 bridge over the reservoir, park on right side of road (careful of small drop off to parking area). LEADER: Joan Link, 410-549-7885, no calls after 9:00PM. WEDNESDAY – OCTOBER 9 – RIVER VALLEY/HEMLOCK GORGE – 6.5M An interesting hike in the watershed in Baltimore County. There are several HILLS but this route avoids the challenging rock scramble without sacrificing a nice view of the gorge. MEET: Middletown Road P&R, Exit 31 off I-83for a prompt 9.30 A.M. departure. LEADERS: Carolyn & Bill Bauer 410-661-3182 /[email protected] . No calls after 8.30 P.M. WEDNESDAY – OCTOBER 9 – BALTIMORE HARBOR AND FORT MCHENRY – 9M This point-to-point, urban hike goes from the Korean War Memorial on Boston St to Ft McHenry. There will be a car plant. MEET: 9:00 a.m. at the parking area on the left, inside Ft McHenry’s grounds, 2400 East Fort Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230 (Use Lawrence St, not Woodall, as your GPS or Mapquest might indicate.) LEADER: Reuben Dagold 410-486-8737, reubendagold@ comcast.net. SATURDAY – OCTOBER 12 – ENVIRONMENTAL EVENT Along with Appalachian Trail Conservancy staff, we again return to Hunters Run to plant trees. This will further aid in keeping down the invasive plants that we helped clear in celebration of Earth Day in April. The area is very close to Boiling Springs and Pine Grove State Park – the mid-way point of the Appalachian Trail. We will plant trees from 10-2pm, followed by side trip to briefly explore Boiling Springs and maybe a quick bite before arriving back to the parking lot about 4pm. LEAVE: 8:30 AM, Timonium Park & Ride/Light Rail (Deerco Rd) LEADER: Diane Mock (410) 948-9189, or [email protected]. No calls after 8:30 PM. SATURDAY – OCTOBER 12 – LOCH RAVEN – OVERSHOT RUN TRAIL – 6-7M This is an out and back hike that follows the fire road between Merrymans Mill Road and Jarrettsville Pike. Lunch by a waterfall. Limited to 12 participants due to limited parking at the trailhead. LEAVE: 9:30 AM from the Timonium Park & Ride, north lot. LEADER: Peter Johnson, at [email protected] or cell 805-300-4698. ESTIMATED CARPOOL COST: $1.00. SUNDAY – OCTOBER 13 – LOCH RAVEN MERRYMAN TRAIL – 10M This is an out and back hike that follows established trails between Dulaney Valley and Warren roads. Expect about half a dozen small stream crossings, with several moderate climbs and one steep hill. LEAVE: 10:00 AM from the trailhead at 10514 Pot Spring Road, Cockeysville. LEADER: Peter Johnson, at [email protected] or cell 805-300-4698.

– 9 – SUNDAY – OCTOBER 13 – AT IN PA – 7-8H We will shuttle to Rattlesnake Run Road and hike back to Pen Mar Park on the AT. There is a net elevation gain of 300 feet. The hike will be lead at a brisk pace. MEET: 9:00 AM, Pen Mar Park Parking Lot, Pen Mar High Rock Road, Cascade, MD. LEADER: Dennis Hurley, (717) 385-6879, or [email protected]. WEDNESDAY – OCTOBER 16 – ROLAND PARK/GUILFORD AREA – 4-5E MW Leave 10:00AM from the Rotunda back parking lot, 711 W. 40th St. I-83, exit Northern PkwyE. Take right at first traffic light, Falls Rd. Approx. 1 mi. to 41st St. Turn left, continue to second light, cross Roland Ave. At Rotunda, turn right into driveway to back parking lot. LEADER: Noreen Simpson, cell morning of hike, 410-808-3416. WEDNESDAY – OCTOBER 16 – PATAPSCO VALLEY S.P. – HILTON & ORANGE GROVE AREAS – 7+H Hike 7 to 8 miles on both sides of the in Baltimore/Howard counties at a moderate pace with several significant hills. MEET: 10:00am at swinging bridge parking lot in the park. ADDRESS: 5120 South street (just off Route 1), Baltimore MD 21227. GPS N39-13’11.0 W076-42’18.3. Once in park go 1.2 miles to stop sign. At stop sign turn left and go 1.9 miles to parking lot on left. LEADERS: Alice and Chet Miller 410 747-3346 [email protected] WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY – OCTOBER 16-17 – SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK I am offering two hikes in two days of hiking in Shenandoah National Park. On one day Old Rag is offered and the other day we will hike the Cedar Run - Whiteoak Canyon. The Old Rag hike will be offered on the best weather day for safety and viewing reasons. Carpools are the responsibility of participants whether you are going for one or two days. Most people are staying in the Big Meadows Lodge. Early reservations are recommended as the lodge is often full. There will be a hiker’s social Wednesday evening. Please register with the leader as soon as possible so that carpool references and other logistical details can be made. LEADER: Dan McQueen at [email protected] / (410) 730-5957. OLD RAG – 8S An 8.1 mile circuit hike in Shenandoah National Park. Beautiful views of the fall foliage from big boulders on top of Old Rag. Trail is rocky at places and includes challenging scramble through, over and around boulders. Elevation change: 3,000’. LEADER: Dan McQueen at [email protected] / (410) 730-5957. CEDAR RUN – WHITE OAK CANYON – 9H A 8.2 mile circuit hike down Cedar Run and up White Oak Canyon. Several spectacular large waterfalls especially with high water volumes. Elevation change: 2,900’. SATURDAY-MONDAY – OCTOBER 19-21 – DOLLY SODS BACKPACK – 20H This is the third annual post-Columbus Day Dolly Sods backpack. LEAVE: By arrangement with the leaders. LEADERS: Patty and Steve Williams; [email protected] or (410) 259-8623. ESTIMATED CARPOOL COSTS: $25.00. SUNDAY – OCTOBER 20 – LOCH RAVEN RESERVOIR – 5-6M WOOF! Treat your dog to this fun, moderate hike. Mostly flat with a few rocky hills. If your dog enjoys long walks around the neighborhood, then he/she will surely enjoy this walk in the cool, shady woods. No dog? Then come without one and still enjoy the hike with us. We will all have a barking good time. No bones about it! Bring a snack and water for you and the dog. Leave at 8:00 am from the trailhead across the street from 10514 Pot Spring Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030. LEADER: Ann and Biscuit Roberts at 410-299-8833 or [email protected] WEDNESDAY – OCTOBER 23 – LIBERTY RESERVOIR BOLLINGER MILL – 5E Leave 10:00AM. Out & back hike. I-695, exit Liberty Rd.W. Follow Liberty Rd., Rte. 26, for 12 mi. Right on Rte. 32N, Sykesville Rd., for 3.8 mi. Right on Bollinger Mill Rd. to end. Parking limited. 2699 Bollinger Mill Rd., Finksburg, MD 21048. LEADER: Norm Revis, 443-762-1219. WEDNESDAY – OCTOBER 23 – PVSP DANIELS DAM – 7M MW This is a new lollipop hike with 700 feet of cumulative ascent on the north side of the Patapsco River and will include one of the most scenic overlooks of the entire river. MEET: 10.00 AM First Church of the Nazarene parking lot, 2750 Rogers Ave, Ellicott City, MD 21043, for a short carpool to the trailhead. Take US-29 north to its junction with MD-99 and go right on Rogers Avenue (about 0.7 mile) to the parking lot. Parking at the trail head is extremely limited SO REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. LEADER: Keith Kuhlemeier, 410-245-9843 before 8 PM or [email protected]. WEDNESDAY – OCTOBER 23 – CUNNINGHAM FALLS/CATOCTIN PARK– 15S Join us on this strenuous 15 mile circuit hike in Frederick County. The hike has it all: good water views, nice overlooks, a total ascent of about 3,000 feet (including three climbs of 500+ feet), and enough rocky sections of trail to make your socks sing. Our pace while hiking will be 2.5 - 3 mph. Bring lunch and plenty of water. LEAVE: 7:15 AM from Howard County Fairgrounds parking area. (From Exit 80 on I-70, take MD-32 south for about .25 mile; then go west (right) on MD-144 for .5 mile; then turn right at Fairgrounds Road and see parking on your left.) LEADER: Jim Koury, at [email protected] (preferred) or 410-747-2868. CARPOOL COST: $6.00.

– 10 – SATURDAY – OCTOBER 26 – PRETTYBOY TRAIL – SHAMBERGER’S PENNISULA TO CCC TRAILS – 10M We will start at the beginning of the Prettyboy Trail at Beckleysville Road. We will hike both sides of Georges Creek & continue to Prettyboy Lake & many views of Goose Island. We will end our hike on a short loop of the CCC Trails. A+ hike for great waterviews 90% of the time. Many stream crossings. Bring a lunch. Pace will be 2.5 mph. We will leave cars at the beginning & end of the hike. LEAVE: 9:00 a.m. from the Mt. Carmel Road Park & Ride. I-83 north, Exit 27. LEADER: Caryn Joachim 10-374-4879. [email protected]. No calls after 8 p.m. CARPOOL COST: $2.00 SATURDAY – OCTOBER 26– DICKINSON & GORMAN AREA TRAILS – 6.5M 6.5 mile moderate paced circuit hike with a few small stream crossings along both sides of the Middle Patuxent River in Howard County. LEAVE: 10:00 A.M. at Hammond High School, 8800 Guilford Rd, Columbia, MD 21046, From I-95, take Exit 38B for MD-32 west; or from MD-29, take Exit 16A for MD-32 east. From MD-32, Exit 15 for Shaker Dr/ Eden Brook Dr. Follow signs for Eden Brook Dr. Turn left at light onto Guilford Rd. 0.4 mile to Hammond High School on the right. Park at the far end of the large parking lot on the side of the school. LEADER: Monica Fortner (410) 381-5489 / [email protected] SATURDAY – OCTOBER 26 – CUNNINGHAM FALLS/CATOCTIN MOUNTAIN – 15S Join us on this strenuous 15 mile circuit hike in Frederick County. The hike has it all: good water views, nice overlooks, a total ascent of about 3,000 feet (including three climbs of 500+ feet), and enough rocky sections of trail to make your socks sing. Our pace while hiking will be 2.5 - 3 mph. Bring lunch and plenty of water. LEAVE: 7:15 AM from the Rte 32 Park and Ride just north of I-70 (exit 80). LEADER: Jim Koury, at [email protected] (preferred) or 410 747-2868. CARPOOL COST: $6.00. SATURDAY – OCTOBER 26 – SIGNAL KNOB, THE LONG WAY – 16S Length: 16 miles; Elevation gain: approx. 3,000 ft. Hike from Powells Camp to the Signal Knob overlook in the Elizabeth Furnace area of the Massanutten Mountains, VA. Steep climbs, very rocky trails, spectacular views, and 5 stream crossings. Leave: 7:00 AM, Park & Ride, Exit 80, I-70 W and Rt. 32 N. Breakfast stop. Carpool fee: $15.00 Leader: Karen Klinedinst, 410-889-8225 or [email protected]. SUNDAY – OCTOBER 27 – PATAPSCO VALLEY STATE PARK: DANIELS DAM AREA – 7M Highlights on this 7 mile hike in Howard County include some nice river overlooks, the “Indian Cave,” and a one mile walk along the river. The hike includes a short section of very rocky terrain, has a total ascent of about 800 feet, and has no stream crossings to speak of. Our pace while hiking will be 2.5 - 3 mph. Bring water and a snack. LEAVE: 10:00 AM from the parking lot across from Daniels Dam. (For directions, use 2029 Daniels Road, Ellicott City, 21043.) LEADER: Jim Koury, at [email protected] (preferred) or 410 747-2868. SUNDAY – OCTOBER 27 – MARYLAND APPALACHIAN TRAIL – 12M We will hike 12 miles at a moderate pace from Crampton Gap to Weverton Cliffs. LEAVE: 8:30a.m., Route 32 Park and Ride just north of I-70 (Exit 80). LEADER: Mike O’Connor (410) 871-0066 or email [email protected]. CARPOOL COST: $7.00. WEDNESDAY – OCTOBER 30 – HOWARD COUNTY CONSERVANCY – 5 OR 7E MW This will be a hike built for Leisure Group & Tweener hikers. Leave 10:00AM. Small hills. I-70W 10.3 mi. to exit 83. Right on Marriottsville Rd.N for 1.1mi. Right on MD 99/Old Frederick Rd. Conservancy is 1 mi. on left. LEADER: Gary Reinoehl, 410-381-7212, cell on day of hike, 443-285-2575, [email protected] M WEDNESDAY – OCTOBER 30 – DICKINSON AND GORMAN AREA TRAILS – 9M A 9 mile circuit hike along both sides of the Middle Patuxent River in Howard County. Pace averages 2.5 mi per hour with a few small stream crossings. MEET: 10:00 A.M. at Dickinson Park, 7455 Eden Brook Dr, Columbia, MD 21046, From I-95, take Exit 38B for MD-32 west; or from MD-29, take Exit 16A for MD-32 east. From MD-32, Exit 15 for Shaker Dr/ Eden Brook Dr. Follow signs for Eden Brook Dr. Dickinson Park is on the left 1 mile from MD-32. Park in the St. LEADER: Monica Fortner (410) 381-5489 / [email protected]

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