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  • JEREMY’S RUN/NEIGHBOR MTN., SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK— 14S

    Hike Distance:
    14.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Strenuous
    Hike Leader:
    Karen Klinedinst

    In the morning, we’ll have a steep hike to the top of Neighbor Mountain. We’ll then follow the AT to Elkwallow for lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll return along Jeremy’s Run, crossing the stream 14 times, with many opportunities to get wet. Elevation gain is approximately 2,800 feet.

  • OREGON RIDGE – 7.5M

    Hike Distance:
    7.5 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Moderate
    Hike Leader:
    Raymond Kirchner

    Oregon Ridge offers wonderful hiking trails and wooded scenery near Hunt Valley. This hike will consist of a series of loops on a hilly course, with a total elevation gain of about 900 feet, as we take in all the marked trails in the park. There will be four stream crossings and a snack break […]

  • MARSHY POINT NATURE CENTER – 5E

    Hike Distance:
    5.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Easy
    Hike Leader:
    Susan Riddleberger

    All flat trails through woods. Wear hiking boots and bring sticks in case it’s “marshy”. Meet at 10 AM. Bring lunch for stop the trail. Come early to see the Nature Center exhibits - many interesting critters inside and birds outside.

  • PVSP WOODSTOCK TO ALBERTON – 12H

    Hike Distance:
    12.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Hard
    Hike Leader:
    Bill Saunders

    This 11-12 mile hike starts at the Woodstock Road parking area next to the bridge, then goes south on the Baltimore County side of the Patapsco River. We will hike all the way to the Alberton Trail and view the ruins of the old Guilford community, then return to the starting point. The total ascent […]

  • AT: PENMAR TO ANTIETAM CREEK VALLEY – 14H

    Hike Distance:
    14.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Hard
    Hike Leader:
    John Barrett

    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 […]

  • LITTLE BENNETT REGIONAL PARK – 8M

    Hike Distance:
    8.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Moderate
    Hike Leader:
    Debbie Coble

    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 […]

  • OELLA -5E

    Hike Distance:
    5.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Easy
    Hike Leader:
    Marsha McLaughlin

    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 […]

  • Canceled BIG GUNPOWDER FALLS – WILDLANDS/STOCKDALE/SWEATHOUSE BRANCH LOOP – 5E

    Hike Distance:
    5.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Easy
    Hike Leader:
    Clare and Dave Hash

    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 […]

  • Canceled RED RUN PARK/SOLDIER’S DELIGHT – 7.5M

    Hike Distance:
    7.5 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Moderate
    Hike Leader:
    Jon Hyman

    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 […]

  • 🐶 Loch Raven WOOF! Hike – 3E

    Hike Distance:
    3.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Easy
    Hike Leader:
    Ann Roberts

    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 […]

  • A.T. HIKE: GATHLAND STATE PARK TO ROCKY RUN SHELTER – 11H

    Hike Distance:
    11.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Hard
    Hike Leader:
    Bill Saunders

    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 […]

  • NORTH POINT STATE PARK – 5E

    Hike Distance:
    5.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Easy
    Hike Leader:
    Susan Riddleberger

    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 […]

  • Canceled Cancelled – KAYAK – SHANNONDALE WV (NEAR HARPERS FERRY) CLASS I-II

    Hike Leader:
    Jennifer Dress

    We will paddle 6 miles on the Shenandoah River. You must have kayaking experience, provide and transport your own kayak. We will be Paddling on the River for approximately 2-3 hours, including breaks. Time may vary based on the height of the water. This is a class 1-2 section. Please bring a lunch and drinking […]

  • OTTER CREEK WILDERNESS BACKPACK – 20M

    Hike Distance:
    Over 15 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Moderate
    Hike Leader:
    Rick Royer

    Backpack the beautiful damp rhododendron-filled Otter Creek Wilderness in WV. We will start from lower Otter Creek Dry Fork trailhead backpacking in great river scenery. On day 2 we will day hike a large loop consisting of the middle portions of Otter Creek and the Shaver's Mtn and Green Mtn trails in varying terrain from […]

  • FIRST SATURDAY HIKE – AT: GATHLAND STATE PARK TO HARPERS FERRY – 11.9/ 14.5/ 20.5 S (FAST)

    Hike Distance:
    Over 15 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Strenuous
    Hike Leader:
    Ron Henry

    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 […]

  • LOCH RAVEN DAM – 9.0H

    Hike Distance:
    9.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Hard
    Hike Leader:
    Raymond Kirchner

    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 […]

  • Canceled Canceled – PVSP AVALON/ORANGE GROVE/SWINGING BRIDGES – 7M

    Hike Distance:
    7.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Moderate
    Hike Leader:
    Jon Hyman

    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 […]

  • SUSQUEHANNA STATE PARK – 6.5M

    Hike Distance:
    6.5 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Moderate
    Hike Leader:
    Tony Nardi

    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 […]