An out-and-back hike along the Pennsylvania AT from Pen Mar Park north over Mount Dunlop to the Old Forge Picnic Area. Start by descending into Falls Creek Valley, cross the bridged creek and then immediately climb to the top of Mount Dunlop. Proceed across undulating terrain then descend into Antietam Creek Valley for lunch, then […]
Join us on a nearly 8 mile lollipop shaped hike along the trails south of Little Bennett Creek. There are some hills and some minor stream crossings. Leave from the Howard County Fairgrounds at 9:00 to carpool to trailhead. Carpool cost $5.00. Directions to Ho Co Fairgrounds: Rt. 70 to exit 80, RT. 32. Go […]
Walk in historic Oella, along the Patapsco River and surrounding hills. The hike follows the roadway through much of this historic mill town, with a short stretch along the mill race paralleling the Patapsco River, later turning onto the Trolley Trail to reach Banneker Park, then back to the riverfront. Some elevation change and parts […]
This 5-mile hike begins at the parking lot on Belair Rd. just after crossing the bridge (6.3 miles from the beltway). We will hike under the road to the Wildlands Trail, then follow it to the Stocksdale Trail, and then to the Sweathouse Branch Trail, at the end of which we will take a short […]
This “lollipop” hike begins on what used to be Dolfield Road and wanders through a quiet valley surrounded by development. We eventually enter Soldiers Delight, take a loop trail through the park and return the way we came. Pace 2.5 mph. Paved surface while on the abandoned roadway, then some hilly, rocky areas, minor stream […]
RESCHEDULED FROM JUNE 22 Young dogs, old dogs, wild and crazy dogs, shy dogs. Well – trained, not so well- trained dogs. Easy going or grouchy, big or little. We accept all dogs, and humans, of these descriptions. Once we start moving, WE ARE A PACK! Please bring snacks and water for you and the […]
This out and back hike travels north from Gathland State Park on the A.T. to White Rock overlook and on to lunch at Rocky Run Shelter, then returns. There are two very long uphill sections, one in the morning and one after lunch. Total elevation gain is about 2000 ft. Our pace while hiking will […]
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 "1st Saturday of the Month" Appalachian Trail hike for HAM Has-beens and Wannabees (or for those who just want a pleasant Saturday outing) offers an out-and-back, self-paced hike targeting a moving pace average approaching 3.0 mph or better over 12 to 20 miles. The hike has intermediate "distance/ascent" targets, so you can both track […]
Join us on a 9-mile hike in the highland area of the Loch Raven watershed as we follow a zig-zag route to the back side of the dam. There are several vistas of the reservoir along the hilly course. Elevation gain is approx. 1300 feet. The hiking pace will be 2.5 to 3.0 mph. Snack […]
This hike begins at the Avalon Area Orange Grove parking lot, follows the Cascade, and 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. We descend to cross the second footbridge over […]
Rescheduled from June 29 On this hike, we will explore some of the trails within Susquehanna State Park. Our hike will take us past historic sites, through deep forests and open meadows, and we will finish on a flat section as we hike along the Susquehanna River. We will meet at the historic Rock Run […]
Young dogs, old dogs, wild and crazy dogs, shy dogs. Well – trained, not so well- trained dogs. Easy going or grouchy, big or little. We accept all dogs, and humans, of these descriptions. Once we start moving, WE ARE A PACK! Please bring snacks and water for you and the dog. No dog? Well, […]
This loop hike will start at Hamburg Road parking area and hike various trails in the area. The estimated total ascent is 1100 feet and there will be several routine stream crossings. Our pace while hiking will be about 2.5 mph. Please indicate whether you plan to carpool or meet at the trailhead.
This is a prototypical moderate hike, with beautiful scenery along Baisman Run in the Gunpowder watershed, yet located conveniently close to Baltimore. We will hike early in the cool temps, and be done before lunch – so no planned lunch break. Total elevation of about 900′ spread over four relatively-equal climbs, with a couple of […]
This 12-13 mile hike will start at the Manor Area of Cunningham Falls State Park. We will follow the Catoctin Trail south for several miles, stop at the White Rock overlook, and then hike on the Salamander Rock Trail and other trails in the northern part of Frederick Municipal Forest before looping back to the […]
Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center – 5E This 10am hike has marsh, beach, woods birds of prey and great views. After crossing the Bay Bridge, continue on US 50/301 for 6 miles. Take exit 43 and turn left on MD-18 (Main St). In 0.7 miles, turn R on Perry’s Corner Rd. In 0.5 miles, turn R […]
Starting from the Brookside Gardens Visitors Center, we will briefly stop to smell the summer roses, then take the Northwest Branch Trail along the Northwest Branch of the Anacostia River to the Fall Line Trail for lunch, returning on the Rachel Carson Greenway Trail, where she wrote Silent Spring. Elevation gain approximately 500 feet, minor […]
This out-and-back hike is part of a series of hikes along the Seneca Creek trail system. This hike starts at Damascus Recreational Park and hikes south on the Lower MacGruder Branch trail and then on the Seneca Greenway Trail. We will hike south for about 6.5 miles, then stop for lunch and turn around. The […]
This is a scenic out and back moderate paced hike with its share of hills as well as flat areas. Very minor stream crossings. Elevation around 500 feet. The hike begins at 9:00 AM.
