There will be two climbs and three short water crossings on this hike. We will take a 10 minute snack break at the pond. Pace will be 2-2.5 mph. On the morning of the hike, contact Renee Faison 410-458-2729. Please note that we will meet at Oregon Ridge Lodge, NOT the Nature Center.
This “1st Saturday of the Month” Appalachian Trail hike for HAM Has-beens and Wannabes offers an out-and-back, self-paced hike targeting a moving pace average (MPA) approaching 3.0 mph or better over 15 to 20+ miles. The hike has intermediate “distance/ascent” targets, so you can both track how far/fast you have walked and test/develop your pace […]
This hike begins at the Avalon Area Orange Grove parking lot, follows the Cascade trail across the face of the waterfall and takes other trails weaving through the Howard County hills south of the Patapsco. We cross the footbridge past the old Bloede Dam site and up into the hills on the Baltimore County side. […]
This loop hike starts at the Seneca Creek State Park headquarters parking lot and heads south. We will hike as far as Riffleford Road using the Long Draught Trail, then after lunch we will hike north again on the Seneca Greenway Trail, then hike around Clopper Lake using the Mink Hollow Trail and the Lake […]
This hike is a mixture of well-maintained trails around Pine Run Lake. There will be many water views along shoreline trails. There are no significant hills and no stream crossings. We will have a brief snack/lunch break. Our pace will be 2 – 2.5 mph. Entrance to the park is free for all senior citizens; […]
This 9 mile hike leaves from the west view parking lot, we will hike a wide clockwise loop which includes visiting the White Rocks viewing area. Finally we will hike up the east side of Sugarloaf to enjoy the view, then down the west side to conclude the hike. There will be about 1,600 feet […]
Join us as we hike at the top of the Reservoir on the Gunpowder River, this is a 3 loop hike. After going to the graveyard that dates back to the 1700s we will go to the cave on the north side, flashlight recommended and go to the Betty’s Run waterfall. We will continue on […]
Hike the flat trails of this historic and scenic wooded area along the shoreline of the Chesapeake Bay. View the remains of the turn of the century amusement park such as the 1,000-foot Bayshore Pier, Trolley station and Fountain. While on the trails, you may see wildlife in their protected habitat. Waterproof footwear advised and […]
This hike will take us in the direction of Daniels and then back on the Main Line Path by the river. Parts of this 7- 8 mile hike are hilly with some stream crossings. Other parts of the hike are flat on the Main Line Path by the river. The pace will be between 2.25 […]
The MA PA trail is a crushed gravel/paved trail with some rolling hills through fields and woodlands surrounding the residential areas of Bel Air and Fallston. We will have the opportunity to check out the historic Liriodendron Mansion and the eclectic Independent Brewing Company in Bel Air along the trail.
Annapolis Rocks is one of the most popular hikes in the entire state of Maryland. The trail head for this hike is at the parking lot in Washington Monument State Park. We will hike north on the Appalachian Trail and stop for lunch at the Annapolis Rocks scenic overlook. There are several long hills along […]
Join us on this 8 mile Patapsco Valley State Park hike in Baltimore County. The hike has ten (mostly minor) stream crossings, some rocky sections of trail, and about 1,100 feet of climbing (most of which occurs in the second half of the hike). We will have a 15 minute snack break. Our pace while […]
We will be hiking in the Hereford area of Gunpowder State Park, the majority on trails that are not on any of the “official maps” that you have not explored. This is a new hike as of Spring 2025. We will meet & start at the Highland Trailhead on Falls Road, hike 1.5 miles to […]
This 11-12 mile hike starts at Hamburg Road and follows trails in the southern part of Frederick Municipal Forest (including the Volkswagen Trail) and in the northern part of Gambrill State Park. The hike includes two hard uphill sections of 700+ feet. Please indicate whether you plan to carpool or meet at the trailhead.
Join us on this 5 1/4 mile Patapsco Valley State Park hike in Baltimore County. The hike is less demanding than the typical weekend hike since the distance is modest, the climbing averages about 120 feet per mile, and the pace while hiking averages 2.25 - 2.50 mph. It is intended to appeal to a […]
The trail begins in the parking Lot of Rockburn Branch Park West. (6145 Montgomery Road). We will access the Rockburn Elementary Connector trail and work our way through the park across Landing Road to Morning Choice Trail. From there the hike will cover Nu Trail, Nacho and Belmont. We will return back to Rockburn Branch […]
This park in an interesting find in the suburbs of Annapolis, MD. We will meander around a Dam and water reservoir. We will be doing 3 loops within the park which include the Solar, Woodland and Housley loops. There is also an interesting solar panel display about 3/4 of the way into the hike. I […]
This hike in Carroll County is on fire roads and foot paths through wooded areas with lots of water views. Expect about 1000 ft of elevation change. There are no stream crossings. Our moving pace will be about 2.25-2.5 mph, but we will be stopping to admire and identify the spring ephemerals that we see.
Starting at Gathland State Park, a short loop to Crampton Gap Shelter back to Gathland, and then continue south to Weverton Cliffs overlook for lunch, then return. Approximately 12 miles an elevation gain of about 2000 ft. Our pace while hiking will average 2.25 (uphills) -2.75 MPH.
Hike the North Point Loop Trail along the Susquehanna River beginning at the Lock House Museum. The hike continues through the town of Havre de Grace to view murals, the Concord Point Lighthouse and Tydings Park.
