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  • FIRST SATURDAY HIKE – AT: PENMAR PARK TO CHIMNEY ROCKS – 14.4 / 16.8 / 19.4 S (FAST)

    Hike Distance:
    Over 15 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Strenuous
    Hike Leader:
    Bill Grubb

    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” targets, so you can both track how far/fast you have walked and test/develop your pace […]

  • NORTHPOINT 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 […]

  • BRUNSWICK TO STONE FORT – BIKE 11M HIKE 6M

    Hike Distance:
    6.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Moderate
    Hike Leader:
    Sydney Dy

    The bike is flat along a beautiful and well-manicured section of the C&O canal along the Potomac with several locks and other features to see along the way. The hike climbs to the very peak of historic Maryland Heights and the ruins of Civil War gun emplacements – the Stone Fort. There are no stream […]

  • PVSP WOODSTOCK AREA – 8M *ANNIVERSARY HIKE*

    Hike Distance:
    8.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Moderate
    Hike Leader:
    Bill Saunders

    In April 1935, MCM led a hike from Woodstock to the forks of the Patapsco. This hike will recreate possible route used by those early club members. Our hike starts at the Woodstock Road parking area next to the bridge, then follows trails on the Baltimore County side of PVSP, crossing the Woodstock Road bridge […]

  • ???? Loch Raven WOOF! Hike – 3E

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

    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, […]

  • PVSP, ELLICOTT CITY TO HOLLOFIELD ON THE NEW OEC CONNECTOR TRAIL – 8M

    Hike Distance:
    8.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Moderate
    Hike Leader:
    Doug and Marcie Schubert

    Join us on an 8 mile circuit hike on the new Old Ellicott City (OEC) Connector Trail which was recently constructed through the woods to the Hollofield area. We will view some grand old homes along the return route. Total elevation gain is about 800 feet. Pace averages 2 - 2.5 mph.

  • Canceled LOCH RAVEN RESERVOIR, MERRYMAN TRAIL AREA – 7M+

    Hike Distance:
    7.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Moderate Plus
    Hike Leader:
    Ann Roberts

    Moderate to fast-paced hike on Loch Raven trails. Should be done by 11:30 or 12:00 so you will have a lot of time the rest of the day to get things done.

  • PVSP AVALON & HILTON AREA HIKE – 12H

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

    This hike will take in many trails in the Avalon and Hilton Area of PVSP including Santee Branch, Grist Mill, Bloede Dam, Garrett’s Pass, Ridge, Valley View, Morning Choice and Forest Glen, along with Cascade Falls. There are a couple stream crossings and a total elevation gain of approx. 1300 feet. The hiking pace will […]

  • FREDERICK MUNICIPAL FOREST / HAMBURG ROAD – 9M

    Hike Distance:
    9.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Moderate
    Hike Leader:
    Bill Saunders

    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 2.5 – 2.7 mph. Please indicate whether you plan to carpool or meet at the trailhead.

  • GUNPOWDER FALLS PRETTYBOY DAM AND PANTHER BRANCH LOOPS – 12H

    Hike Distance:
    12.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Hard
    Hike Leader:
    Gwen Mahoney

    Starting at Bunker Hill parking lot we will head upstream towards the Prettyboy Dam. We’ll take a short break to view the dam, then head up a connector trail to pick up the Highland Trail, looping back to the Gunpowder. Lunch will be at Bunker Hill picnic area. (Option at lunch to end hike early). […]

  • LAKE ROLAND – 5E

    Hike Distance:
    5.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Easy
    Hike Leader:
    Wendy Matt

    The exact route to be determined based on weather and trail conditions. Most likely 5 easy miles on shady dirt paths with occasional water views. Boots recommended, poles optional. Bring lunch and water. Leader:Wendy Matt (443)858-0658

  • PINEY RUN PARK – 7M

    Hike Distance:
    7.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Moderate
    Hike Leader:
    Kathy Souders

    Come explore this gem of a park in Carroll County. Trails are mostly wide and gently rolling with about 500 ft of elevation change. Our moving pace will be about 2.25 mph. Lunch will be lakeside. There is no entrance fee for those over 62, otherwise it is $6 per vehicle for Carroll County residents, […]

  • MARYLAND A.T.: WASHINGTON MONUMENT TO ANNAPOLIS ROCKS – 12H

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

    This hike starts at the parking lot in Washington Monument State Park and hikes north to the Annapolis Rocks overlook. We will have lunch near the overlook and then return. There are several long hills on this hike. Please indicate whether you plan to carpool or meet at the trailhead.

  • ???? Loch Raven WOOF! Hike – 3E

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

    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, […]

  • PINE GROVE FURNACE/SUNSET ROCKS/POLE STEEPLE – 14H

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

    A figure eight hike through Pennsylvania’s Michaux State Forest for 14 miles and an accumulated 2100 feet of elevation gain. Start at Pine Grove Furnace State Park and hike the southern loop through Tom’s Run Valley along the Appalachian Trail; traverses the half mile boulder scramble called Sunset Rocks. After lunch at Pine Grove Furnace, […]

  • PVSP- ELIZA DORSEY LANE – 7-8/M

    Hike Distance:
    7.5 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Moderate
    Hike Leader:
    Kathy Lyon

    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 […]

  • HARFORD GLEN ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER – 4E

    Hike Distance:
    4.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Easy
    Hike Leader:
    Peggy Thomas

    Hike the Harford Glen Environmental Center through wooded trails along Winters Run. Hike will include some hills and stream crossings. 6

  • LOCH RAVEN DAM – 9H

    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 […]

  • PVSP HIKE FROM ORANGE GROVE ACROSS SWINGING BRIDGES – 7M+

    Hike Distance:
    7.0 Miles
    Hike Difficulty:
    Moderate Plus
    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 […]