Hike No Hike Title Rating Hike Description Hike Distance Elevation Leader Hike Date Park Entry Fee Meeting Place Meeting Time Carpool Fee Location Activity Type
1 Rock Creek Park B We will do a 9 mile circuit hike through beautiful Rock Creek Park in Washington DC. For those that do not want to do the full 9 miles there are many opportunities for shorter routes. Elevation gain 800'. 9 800 Emeline 202-462-7049(H) & Len 703-899-5051(C) Sunday, January 22, 2012 $0.00 Rock Creek Park Nature Center 9:00 AM $0.00 DC Hike
2 Sugarloaf Mountain B This is a 9 mile circuit hike on Sugarloaf Mountain in Maryland. Total elevation change is 1800 feet. Sugarloaf Mountain is a conservation/recreation area and is owned and managed by the Stronghold Foundation. 8 1200 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) Saturday, January 28, 2012 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 8:00 AM $6.00 MD Hike
3 Duncan Hollow/Knob A A 12 mile circuit hike to Duncan Knob with 2200' elevation gain. Starting from Camp Roosevelt we will form a circuit with the Massanutten Trail, Scothorn Gap Trail and Gap Creek Trail. There is a significant rock scramble to Duncan Knob. The rocky Duncan Knob will be our lunch stop with a beautiful 270 degree view. This is one you don't want to miss. 12 2200 Mike Gingerich 202-370-7957 Saturday, August 22, 2009 $0.00 Vienna Metro 8:00 AM $12.00 GWNF Hike
4 Staunton River A This is a difficult 13 mile circuit hike in the southern part of the central section of Shenandoah National Park. Total elevation change is 3000 feet. We will start at the park boundary and follow the scenic Staunton River Trail along the river to its source and continue to The Sag. We will return on the Jones Mountain Trail. We will have a beautiful overlook from Bear Church Rock. 13 2700 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) Saturday, March 31, 2012 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 7:30 AM $13.00 SNP Hike
5 Edinburg Gap B This is a moderate 8.2 mile linear hike on top of Massanutten's Powell Mountain. 1100 feet elevation change. Hike will start at the Woodstock Lookout Tower and take the Massanutten Trail south to Edinburg Gap. We will have lunch at a beautiful spot overlooking the town of Edinburg and experience the changing colors of fall. Requires a 13 mile car shuttle. 8 1100 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) Sunday, October 27, 2002 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 7:30 AM $11.00 GWNF Hike
6 Canoe Trip - Shenandoah River C This is a 12 mile canoe trip on the beautiful South Fork of Shenandoah River. During the trip we will picnic and swim and take as long as we like. We will have 2 people per canoe. Cost is $31/person and will be paid to the leader the day of the trip. Non-members add $2. Bring your lunch and swim suit. Limit 20 people. Email (ed.brimberg@hikerman.net) or call Ed for reservations which are required by August 22 with no cancellations accepted after that. 12 0 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) Saturday, August 27, 2011 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $9.00 VA Water
7 Weverton Cliffs/AT A This is a 11 mile linear hike on the Appalachian Trail in Maryland. Total elevation change is 1500 feet. The hike will begin at Weverton (near Harper's Ferry) and follow the AT along the top of South Mountain until Lamb's Knoll. There, we will descend along the Bear Spring Cabin Trail. Requires a 8 mile car shuttle. 11 1500 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) Saturday, July 10, 2010 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 MD Hike
8 Woodstock Tower A This is a 13.3 mile one-way hike on Massanutten's Three Top Mountain with an elevation gain of 2000'. Hike will start at the Signal Knob Parking lot on the Massanutten Trail. We will climb to Three Top Mountain on the Tuscarora Trail and then take the Massanutten Trail to the Woodstock Lookout Tower. At the tower we will have a beautiful view of the Seven Bends of the North Fork of the Shenandoah River. Requires a 12 mile car shuttle. 13 2000 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) Saturday, July 27, 2002 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 7:30 AM $12.00 GWNF Hike
9 Massanutten East Trail A A moderately paced 12-14 mile linear hike along the famous Massanutten Mtn. East Trail from Veach Gap to Buzzard Rocks. Some gentle climbs with good views of the Blue Ridge, Fort Valley, and South Fork of the Shenandoah River. 14 2000 Bob Delmore (703)-491-4632 Sunday, January 10, 1993 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 7:45 AM $12.00 GWNF Hike
10 Prince William Forest Park B A 10-11 mile circuit hike through gently rolling wooded terrain provides a variety of opportunities for quiet reflection, nature study, and physical challenge in this Piedmont forest of the Quantico Creek watershed. 11 600 Roy Sammarco (703)-569-2878(H), 703-325-1436(W) Saturday, January 29, 2005 $10.00 Woodbridge Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $3.00 PWFP Hike
11 Smith Roach Gap D Easy 4.8 Mile, Smith Roach Gap to Simmons Gap. One 700 foot elevation change; plenty of time for rest stops, however. Good for moderate and advanced beginners to experience the Appalachian trail. 4 700 Freeman Buxton (703)-430-2180 Saturday, July 13, 1991 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:30 AM $12.00 SNP Hike
12 White Rock Cliff/Little Sluice Mtn A A moderate 11.7 mile hike along the Tuscarora, Bread Road, and Little Sluice Mountain Trails. The highlight of the hike will be White Rock Cliff with views of the surrounding mountains. Elevation Gain of 1400 feet. 11 1400 Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Saturday, July 28, 2001 $0.00 Manassas Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $12.00 GWNF Hike
13 Orkney Springs Campout
Opportunities for hiking, biking, swimming, and relaxing evenings listening to the concerts at the Shenandoah Valley Music Festival. Campground has indoor bathroom, shower, campstore, and swimming pool. Go on planned hikes or just relax. Reservations required by July 14. We'll set you up for the nights that you want. Camp site fee $8/night.

Stephanie & Al (703)-369-0888 Friday, July 29, 1994 $0.00 Orkney Springs
$20.00 VA Camp
14 Manassas National Battlefield Park C Join us for a 9 mile hike at Manassas National Battlefield Park. We will hike through meadows, woods, and swamps. Meet in front of the Visitor Center. Hikers can either return to the Visitor Center at the 5.5 mile point or do the entire 9.0 miles. Park Entry fee is $3/person. 6 0 George Heavey 703-402-5067(H) Sunday, January 09, 2011 $3.00 Visitor Center 9:00 AM $0.00 VA Hike
15 Bluff Trail A This 13.5 mile hike passes through a splendid forest growth on the Bluff Trail. On the AT section of the hike we climb two mountain peaks. Fine views. Elevation change 1600 feet. 14 1600 George Evans (703)-978-6154(H) Saturday, June 10, 2000 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $8.00 SNP Hike
16 C&O Canal-RileyÆs Lock C C & O Canal from Rileys Lock to Edward's Ferry. Flat, 8 mile linear hike requiring car shuttle. During the Gettysburg campaign, Union troops crossed the river at Edwards Ferry. 8 0 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Sunday, August 11, 1991 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:30 AM $4.00 C&O Hike
17 Pine Grove A Moderate 13.2 mile dual circuit hike using the Appalachian Trail and connecting side trails. Unusual rock formations and plants, Historic sites, Optional stayover at Ironmasters Mansion (AYH) Appalachian trail $10/person. Swimming available. 13 1000 Bob Delmore (703)-491-4632 Saturday, August 17, 1991 $0.00 Lakeridge 7:30 AM $16.00 PA Camp
18 Stony Man C A 6 mile trail, rough in some places, which passes Little Stony Man Cliffs, passes through Skyland, and continues to Miller's Head with overlooks on Shenandoah Valley. Trail then continues up Stony Man Mountain. Approximately 600 foot elevation change. 6 600 Ed Corack 703-400-8023(C) Sunday, March 22, 2009 $15.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $8.00 SNP Hike
19 Sugarloaf Mountain C Moderate 8.2 mile circuit on back country trails. Hike will terminate at summit of Sugarloaf Mountain in nearby Montgomery County. 8 1200 Janet Jordan (301)-652-3875 Friday, December 15, 1995 $0.00 Vienna Metro North Lot 9:00 AM $5.00 MD Hike
20 Devils Backbone A This is one of the most spectacular sections of the Tuscarora Trail. The views from Pinnacle Rocks are spectacular. One can see Back Creek Valley, Timber Ridge, and the mountains beyond. On a clear day the Allegheny Plateau is visible. This is a linear 13.5 mile hike over northern Great North Mountain. 13
Jeremy Burkes (703)-491-0826(H), (703)-440-1440(W) Saturday, April 27, 2002 $0.00 Call leader 7:30 AM $11.00 VA Hike
21 Bull Run Occoquan Trail D Contemplate a late winter's morning on a leisurely walk three miles upstream (north) from Fountainhead Park and then return, for an out and back total of six miles. 6 0 Frank Trippett 703-799-0836(W), 202-230-8082(C) Saturday, February 19, 2011 $0.00 Fountainhead Park 8:30 AM $0.00 BR Hike
22 Billy Goat Trail C Short rock climb over the Potomac on the Maryland side. The 4 mile trail is not long but is rocky and requires quite a bit of scrambling. Great views of the river below Great Falls. 4 200 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Sunday, July 25, 2004 $0.00 Vienna Metro 8:30 AM $4.00 GF/MD Hike
23 Rock Fish Gap B 10 mile moderate hike on the Appalachian Trail on Saturday, with optional overnight stay, with camping at Loft Mountain Campground, or lodging at reasonably priced motels nearby. A 6 mile hike is planned for Sunday. Call Freeman for more information. 10
Freeman Buxton (703)-430-2180 Saturday, September 28, 1991 $10.00

$13.00 SNP Camp
24 Cacapon State Park A-D Two five mile loops with picnicking in between. Do either loop or both. One loop climbs 1000' to the top of Cacapon Mtn. & the other criss-crosses the park with about a 400' elevation change. "One loopers" and "zero loopers" can visit the lodge, golf course, swimming/boating pond, tennis courts, or horse stables while waiting for the rest of the hikers. Optional swimming after the hike - bring your swimwear and a towel. 10 1000 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Sunday, August 16, 2009 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $12.00 WVA Hike
25 Great Falls/Difficult Run C A five-mile loop along Difficult Run and Mather Gorge near Great Falls. Meet at parking lot on the west side of Georgetown Pike between Old Dominion and the Beltway. Exit the capital beltway onto Georgetown Pike, headed west. Soon after crossing the bridge over Difficult Run (about 3 miles) there is a parking lot on the left. From the direction of Great Falls village (and park), this lot is on the right side of Georgetown Pike about a mile past Old Dominion Drive. 5 300 Frank Trippett 703-799-0836(W), 202-230-8082(C) Saturday, June 03, 2006 $0.00 Georgetown Pike Lot 9:00 AM $0.00 GF/VA Hike
26 Cove Run/Tuscarora A A 11 mile circuit hike in Great North Mountain, VA & WVA with 1400' elevation change. A moderate hike with excellent views from a rocky ridge straddling the Virginia/West Virginia boundary. 11 1400 Doug Bell (301)-972-3439(H), (301)-208-7592(W) Sunday, August 22, 1999 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $12.00 GWNF Hike
27 Little Devil Stairs A A moderately paced 12 mile circuit hike in Northern SNP, including the ascent of Little Devil Stairs as it crosses Keyser Run in a deep ravine. Return via the Piney Branch Trail. Elevation change is 2100 feet. Park entry fee is $8/person. 12 2100 Gene Vivalda 703-802-6426(H) Saturday, May 22, 2010 $8.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
28 Pine Hill Gap/Broad Hollow C Hike a moderate 6 miles (optional 1 mile side trip to Hot Short Mountain). See the exceptional wonders of SNP. Elevation change 1550'. 7 1550 Stephanie & Al (703)-369-0888 Sunday, November 01, 1992 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 11:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
29 C&O Canal/Whites Ferry B This is a 9.5 mile linear hike from White's Ferry to Noland's Ferry along the C&O Canal. This completely flat hike will pass over the Monocacy River Aqueduct, which is the longest and possibly most admired C&O Canal structure, built of white granite quarried on Sugarloaf Mountain. 9 0 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Saturday, August 31, 1996 $5.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 8:30 AM $4.00 C&O Hike
30 Old Rag Summit A This is perhaps the most famous and spectacular hike in the area. Nine miles with about 2,200 feet of elevation gain. Steep trail with lots of rock scrambling and boulder hopping near the summit. Slow/moderate pace (2 mi/hr). We will descend by Saddle Trail. Park entry fee is $8/person. 9 2200 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Saturday, October 09, 2010 $8.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
31 White Oak Canyon A An 8 mile circuit hike with an elevation change of about 2,500 feet. This is a strenuous hike through two steep, wild gorges with multiple waterfalls. Experience White Oak Canyon in its fall magnificence on the premier, scenic trail in the SNP. We will climb White Oak Canyon Trail to the White Oak Canyon Fire Road/Horse Trail and descend the Cedar Run trail. Park entry fee is $8/person. 8 2500 Mac McPherson 703-590-1442(H) Saturday, October 02, 2010 $8.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $8.00 SNP Hike
32 Chincoteague Camp Out
Members only, annual Chincoteague camp out. Camp out or stay in a motel. Sand, surf, and easy to moderate hiking. See wild flocks of birds and the famous wild ponies (if we're lucky!). Reservations required.

Stephanie & Al (703)-369-0888 Friday, November 25, 1994



VA Camp
33 Range View Cabin B A 9 mile hike in the Shenandoah National Park up Piney River & returning via Piney Ridge/Thorton Hollow. A short section of the AT will be used with a spur trail to Range View Cabin. 9
Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Saturday, December 07, 1991 $0.00
8:00 AM $12.00 SNP Hike
34 Mudhole Gap/Tuscarora A A 13 mile hike with 2300' elevation gain. From the Elizabeth Furnace Campground parking lot, we will take the forest access road through Mudhole Gap; we will then traverse the Tuscarora Trail and Green Mountain and return via the Sidewinder Trail. 13 2300 Gene Vivalda 703-802-6426(H) Saturday, August 28, 2010 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $9.00 GWNF Hike
35 Lewis / Dark Hollow Falls B This moderate circuit hike will pass three of the Shenandoah National Park's waterfalls: Lewis Springs, Rose River, and Dark Hollow and also the Black Rock overlook. The hike consists of two climbs, one of 700 feet and another of 1000 feet. The hike is approximately 8 miles. 8 1700 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Sunday, September 04, 2005 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
36 Scott Run Nature Preserve D Approximately four miles along the shore of the Potomac and Scott Run. Despite short length and close in location the trail can present some challenges therefore it is not for beginners. Hiking boots are required. 600Æ elevation gain. 4 300 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233(H) Sunday, March 30, 2003 $0.00 Vienna Metro 9:00 AM $3.00 VA Hike
37 Sky Meadows State Park B Travel to Paris (Virginia, that is) for a moderate 9 mile hike along the Appalachian Trail. This is a nearby hike which is often good for deer and bird watching. Share park entrance fee. 9
Jennifer Hine 571-236-2668 (C) Saturday, February 04, 2012 $4.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $5.00 VA Hike
38 Thornton Hollow A A 12 mile hike with an elevation change of 1500 feet in northern section of Shenandoah National Park. We will start on the AT from Skyline Drive within the park. We may add a few extra miles at the middle of the hike, but only if all participants are willing. Although no promises are made, on a number of previous hikes, bears have been sited along the trail. Four creek crossings. 12 1500 Roy Sammarco (703)-569-2878(H), 703-325-1436(W) Sunday, November 06, 2005 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
39 C&O Canal/Edwards Ferry C A 9 1/2 mile flat hike along the C&O Canal. Hike will start at White's Ferry, continue past Harrison's Island to Edward's Ferry, and then return back to White's Ferry eliminating need for car shuttle. A $4.00 round trip ferry ride is to be shared by each carpool. 9 0 Adam Strasel (703)-631-1830(H) Saturday, September 21, 2002 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $5.00 C&O Hike
40 Burke Lake Park D This hike features a level walk around a scenic lake. Easy 5 mile circuit hike. Call for directions. 5 0 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Sunday, April 13, 2003 $0.00 Boat Launch Parking Lot 8:30 AM $0.00 VA Hike
41 Half Moon Lookout A A circuit hike of 11 miles through a rocky gorge to a spectacular view down the valley from Half-Moon Lookout on the Great North Mountain. Elevation change is 2100'. Numerous stream crossings so be prepared. 11 2100 Jeremy Burkes (703)-491-0826(H), (703)-440-1440(W) Saturday, June 01, 2002 $0.00 Call leader 8:00 AM $11.00 GWNF Hike
42 Buck Ridge/Buck Hollow A This challenging nine mile circuit hike in the Shenandoah National Park will ascend the Buck Ridge Trail and continue to Mary's Rock for a 2500 foot elevation gain. Return will be via the Buck Hollow Trail after stopping at Mary's Rock for a panoramic view of the Page Valley. 9 2500 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) Saturday, December 17, 2011 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $8.00 SNP Hike
43 Mathews Arm C This circuit 5.7 mile circuit hike with 1400 feet elevation gain. Many of the trails were former farm roads in pre-Park days and are now horse trails, so wear boots. The hike will start at Mathews Arm Campground and cover part of Tuscarora & Overall Run Trails. No dogs are allowed on this hike. Hike begins with a long descent and ends with a long ascent. Be prepared for some aerobic workout, despite the short distance. 5 1400 Diane Keefe (703) 895-9533(C) Sunday, June 10, 2007 $15.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
44 Great Falls D Easy scenic hike along Virginia side of the Potomac River about 5 miles. Additional 3 miles for those wanting further distances. 8 400 Freeman Buxton (703)-430-2180 Sunday, July 24, 1994 $5.00 Great Falls 9:30 AM $0.00 GF/VA Hike
45 Prince William Forest A A 15.5 mile circuit hike along the South Branch Quantico Creek and returning to the parking area along the Quantico Creek and visiting the Old Pyrite Mine. 15 200 Walt Reinhard (703)-221-5424 Saturday, April 10, 1993 $5.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $1.00 PWFP Hike
46 Blackwater Falls State Park Skiing Fun Annual cross-country ski and hiking trip to Blackwater Falls State Park in "Almost Heaven" West Virginia. Plan on some exhilarating skiing and/or hiking. The leader personally guarantees that a memorable time will be had by all. Call Mike for details on lodging and transportation. Lodging fills up early, so call soon! Share gas.

Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188
$0.00 Call leader

WVA Ski
47 Hawksbill Mountain B Moderate 8 mile hike in Shenandoah National Park. Hike is a circuit with approximately 1400 foot change in elevation. Hawksbill is the highest point in the SNP. 8 1400 Corey Cunningham 703-673-6051 Saturday, July 25, 2009 $15.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $12.00 SNP Hike
48 Cabin John Creek Valley D Moderately easy hike through the lower valley of Cabin John Creek. An approximately 6 mile linear. 6 100 Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Sunday, March 08, 1992 $0.00 Lakeridge 9:00 AM $3.00 VA Hike
49 Hazel Mountain A A moderate to difficult 10 mile circuit hike with 2000 foot elevation change. The hike will pass old farming roads will give us an opportunity to cross scenic streams, inspect cabin ruins, and traverse some old abandoned fields and orchards. 10 2000 Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Sunday, January 17, 1993 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
50 Gun Powder Falls C A moderate 9.25 mile circuit through rolling hills and valleys north of Baltimore. Hike will pass through the scenic gorge of Gunpowder River past the falls. 9 300 Michel Labanca 571-235-9631(C), 703-652-3408(W) Sunday, October 10, 2004 $0.00 Vienna Metro 8:00 AM $12.00 MD Hike
51 Wolf/Chimney Rocks B An interesting 8.7 mile circuit hike in Catoctin Mountain Park near Thurmont, MD with nice views from Wolf Rock and Chimney Rock overlooks. Area is noted for producing charcoal to fuel iron furnaces during the early 1800's. About 1200 feet elevation gain. 8 1200 Dave and Beth Erdman 301-903-7141(W), 301-330-1633(H) Saturday, November 13, 2010 $0.00 Carderock Rec Area, MD 7:30 AM $11.00 MD Hike
52 Jeremys Run/Knob Mountain A A 12 mile challenging circuit hike with an elevation change of 2600 feet. Jeremys Run is one of the most beautiful streams in the northern section of the Park. The trail cross the stream 14 times so be prepared. 12 2600 Gene Vivalda 703-802-6426(H) Saturday, April 30, 2011 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
53 Camp Hoover-Hazeltop B A 6-8 mile hike with 1400 foot elevation change. Visit Camp Hoover and Hazeltop Mountain. Walk along the Mill Prong and Laurel Prong streams. Views of Big Rock Falls. 8 1400 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Sunday, September 05, 2004 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $12.00 SNP Hike
54 Little Bennett Regional Park and the Giant Ant Mound Trail D This is a spectacular 5.4 mile hike along Little Bennett creek through a 3,700 acre park in nearby Montgomery County. We'll pass by an old one-room school house from centuries ago. There is a fun suspension bridge over the wide creek and an amazing end to this hike through a forest filled with hundreds of giant, 3-4 feet tall ant pyramids, the only place in Maryland where giant ant mounds can be found by the hundreds. 5 300 Sylvia Lake 301-503-7954(C) Sunday, August 29, 2010 $0.00 Carderock Rec Area, MD 8:30 AM $4.00 MD Hike
55 Robertson Mountain A This is a difficult 9 mile hike with 2300 feet elevation change. We will take the Weakley Hollow Fire Road to the Robertson Mountain Trail. From there we will take the Corbin Hollow Trail back to the start. Excellent views of Corbin Hollow and Old Rag. Park entry fee is $8/person. 9 2300 Mac McPherson 703-590-1442(H) Saturday, October 02, 2010 $8.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:30 AM $10.00 SNP Hike
56 W&OD Railroad C Easy 9 mile hike along the W & O.D. Trail from Leesburg to Purcellville. Hike will require car shuttle. The trail passes through scenic farmland between the two towns on the former route of the Washington & Old Dominion Railroad. 9 0 Dave and Beth Erdman 301-903-7141(W), 301-802-2448(C) Saturday, February 05, 2011 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 9:00 AM $5.00 W&OD Hike
57 Bull Run/Occoquan Trail B An 11 mile hike over rolling hills along Bull Run and the Occoquan River. Car shuttle required to Hemlock Overlook. Bring your lunch, snacks, and plenty of water. 11 200 Nancy Lake (703)-352-9006(H) Sunday, September 22, 2002 $0.00 Fountainhead Park 9:00 AM $0.00 BR Hike
58 C&O Canal/Brunswick B Easy 10 mile hike on canal trail from Noland's Ferry to Brunswick. During the Civil War Brunswick (then called Berlin) was an important Potomac crossing. Hike will require a car shuttle. 10 0 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Saturday, May 02, 1992 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:30 AM $8.00 C&O Hike
59 C&O Canal Bike Trip
Leave from mile 134 near Hancock and bike to Cumberland, MD, mile 184. About 25 miles per day. Stay at Little Orleans Cabin Friday & Saturday nights. Cabin has limited capacity so call early for reservation.

Freeman Buxton (703)-430-2180 Saturday, May 09, 1992 $0.00 Little Orleans Cabin 9:00 AM
C&O Bike
60 Old Rag Summit C A 5.5 mile hike with 1750ft elevation gain. Almost a B hike, some parts of trail are steep, rough and rocky. Hike is on the Saddle Trail, not "Ridge Trail," and is shortest route to Old Rag Summit. Park entry fee is $5/person. . 5 1750 Frank Trippett 703-799-0836(W), 202-230-8082(C)
$5.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
61 Rose River Falls B A moderate to difficult 10 mile circuit hike up the Rose River with an elevation change of about 2000 feet. The return trip is over the Gordonsville Pike, which in the preûPark days was an important route across the mountains. 10 2000 Ruth Welch (703)-330-1393 Saturday, May 08, 1993 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
62 Hogback Mountain A Moderate 9.5 mile hike in Shenandoah National Park, with 1800 foot elevation. If it is a clear day, we might see the ridges of the Alleghenies and the many bends of the meandering Shenandoah River. This hike is in celebration of National Trails Day 2010. 9 1800 Dave and Beth Erdman 301-903-7141(W), 301-330-1633(H) Saturday, June 05, 2010 $15.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
63 Overall Run/Heiskell Hollow A A challenging 10 mile hike, with 2500 feet uphill climb, to the highest waterfalls in Shenandoah Park. We will ascend the Heiskell Hollow and Weddlewood Trails, have lunch overlooking Overall Falls, and descend on the Overall Run/Tuscarora Trail. With any luck, the falls will be frozen and we will witness an ice sculpture where the falls used to be. 10 2500 Gene Vivalda 703-802-6426(H) Saturday, February 18, 2012 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
64 Bear Fence Rock Scramble B An approximately 10 mile hike up Slaughter Trail and returning via the Appalachian Trail & Conway River Fire Road with a short rock scramble over Bearfence Mountain with great views at the scramble. 10
Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Sunday, June 21, 1992 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
65 Rose River Falls Trail C A 5.5 mile circuit hike with 1500 elevation gain that passes Rose River falls and continues on past Dark Hollow Falls and offers view points from the Appalachian Trail as it circles the Big Meadows picnic and camping areas. 4 910 Mac McPherson 703-590-1442(H) Sunday, March 07, 2010 $15.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $15.00 SNP Hike
66 Black Rock Cliffs/AT A A 12.5 mile hike through various types of terrain on the northern portion of the Appalachian Trail in Maryland from U.S. 40 to Raven Rock Rd. Beautiful views from Annapolis Rocks and Black Rock Cliffs. Car shuttle will be used. 12 1000 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) Saturday, September 24, 1994 $0.00 Pan-Am Shopping Center 8:00 AM $11.00 MD Hike
67 Quantico Marine Corps Base D Figure-Eight hike of 8 miles, with parking at the midpoint, for those wishing to do only half the walk. See where "Silence of the Lambs" was filmed, gas chambers, and beached boats, climb ropes and see bamboo forest in old make believe Vietnamese village. 8 0 Laura Hiatt (703)-330-9540 Saturday, June 05, 1993 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $3.00 VA Hike
68 Big Meadows(AT) C A 6.5 mile linear hike from Big Meadows Appalachian Trail south to Lewis Mountain, mile post 51.0 to mile post 57.5. Cool summer hike with not much elevation change. Car shuttle required. 6 200 Sylvia Lake 301-503-7954(C) Sunday, September 19, 2010 $15.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
69 Nicholson Hollow A Difficult 12 mile circuit in central Shenandoah National Park. Elevation gain 2500 feet. Several stream crossings of the Hughes River. Pass through old farms and remnants of mountain settlements. Varied terrain. Park entry fee is $5/person. 12 2500 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) Saturday, June 13, 2009 $8.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
70 RamseyÆs Draft Wilderness B A dual circuit, figure eight hike, in this designated wilderness area about 20 miles west of Staunton. Please call. Hike one loop for a 7 mile hike or the outer perimeter of the figure eight for 14 miles. 14
Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Sunday, August 09, 1992 $0.00


WVA Camp
71 Raven Rocks (AT) B Moderate 10 mile hike along the AT near Route 7. 1100 ft elevation gain. We will pass through Crescent and Raven Rocks. 10 800 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Saturday, June 30, 2001 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 8:00 AM $5.00 VA Hike
72 C&O Canal/Dargans Bend C Easy 10 mile hike along towpath from Dargan's Bend to Brunswick. We'll plan on having lunch at Harper's Ferry so you don't have to bring a lunch (It's up to you). Car shuttle required. 10 0 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H)
$0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 9:00 AM $11.00 C&O Hike
73 Fridley Gap/Catherine Furnace A A 10 mile linear hike traversing First, Second, and Third Mountains of the southern Massanuttens. Total elevation gain is about 1900 feet. Hike ends at a swimming hole so you may want to take a dip while waiting on the cars. Location and time TBD. Car shuttle required. 10 1900 Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Sunday, July 27, 1997 $0.00 Call Leader
$13.00 GWNF Hike
74 Laurel Run-Stack Rock B A moderate to difficult 8 mile hike with 1600 feet of elevation change. After a steep climb we will follow the rocky ridge of Great North Mountain where prominent rock out cropping give us opportunities for some great views. 8 1600 Bob Kuemmerling (703)-754-9073 Saturday, September 19, 1992 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 GWNF Hike
75 Sugarloaf Mountain C A rewarding 5.8 mile circuit hike with 1200 ft. elevation change along the Northern Peaks and connecting trails at Sugarloaf Mountain. There are sweeping views of Frederick Valley. 6 1200 Dave and Beth Erdman 301-903-7141(W), 301-330-1633(H) Saturday, December 03, 2011 $0.00 Carderock Rec Area, MD 8:00 AM $3.00 MD Hike
76 C&O Canal Bike Trip
Leave from mile 140, Little Orleans and bike toward Cumberland, MD, mile 184. About 20 miles the first day and 15 miles the second. Stay at campsite in Little Orleans.

Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Saturday, September 26, 1992 $0.00 Little Orleans 9:00 AM
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77 Westmoreland State Park D Easy hike along Potomac River beaches and through marshes and pines and near Horsehead Cliffs where fossil shells, shark's teeth and whale bones from the Cretaceous & Tertiary Periods may be found. The Park claims 6+ miles of trails. Hike as much as you want, go back to the car when your done. Mostly level. Bring bathing suit if it suits you. Lunch, picnic from the car. Pets permitted. Not fast paced. 6 0 Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Saturday, October 03, 1992
Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $12.00 VA Hike
78 Stack Rock/Trout Pond A Dual circuit hike of about 15 miles in the Great North Mountain area. Good views from Stack Rock and along the ridge line. Pleasant descent to Trout Pond and scenic Rock Cliffs Lake. Return via Long Mountain and Laurel Run Trail. Total elevation gain of about 2800 ft. Hike starts near Liberty Furnace ruins. Recommended for experienced hikers. 15 2800 Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Sunday, April 20, 1997 $0.00 Call leader 8:00 AM $12.00 GWNF Hike
79 Union Mill/Hemlock Overlook C Moderate dual circuit hike in Prince William & Fairfax counties. Approximately 9 miles total distance. Hike will traverse secluded Civil War sites and fortifications on both sides of the Bull Run. Historic commentary will be provided. This is a moderately easy hike with gentle grades and pristine trails rich in history. Trails might be a bit muddy in spots, but visibility should be good. 9 200 Bob Delmore (703)-491-4632 Saturday, October 17, 1992 $0.00 Osbourn High School 9:00 AM $0.00 BR Hike
80 Big Schloss A A rugged 12 mile circuit in the Great North Mountain area near Wolf Gap Recreation area. Highly varied trail conditions and spectacular views from Big Schloss (literally "castle" in German). Have lunch in two states as you walk the VA/WV line bisecting the Mill Mountain Ridge. Sweeping panoramic views. 12 2200 Gene Vivalda 703-802-6426(H) Saturday, November 19, 2011 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $12.00 GWNF Hike
81 Chancellorsville Battlefields D Civil War history hike of approximately 3-6 miles covering highlights of the Chancellorsville and Wilderness Campaigns. Hike will include the Chancellorsville history trail and one or more optional loop trails. Interpretation of events related to these campaigns will be provided. 6 0 Marian Delmore (703)-491-4632 Sunday, November 08, 1992 $0.00 Lakeridge 9:00 AM $4.00 VA Hike
82 Pass Mountain A A fun frolic in central SNP. Circuit hike of 13-14 miles. Hike will traverse an old mountain road used by early settlers, follow the AT, descend the Thornton River trail, and return via Butternut Branch trail. Highly varied trail conditions. Elevation change of about 2000 ft. 14 2000 Walt Reinhard (703)-221-5424 Saturday, November 14, 1992 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
83 MaryÆs Rock C A leisurely 3.7 mile hike to the summit of Mary's Rock & return in central SNP. Outstanding panoramic views. Approx. 1200 ft. elevation change. (Not suitable for fastûpaced hikers) 3 1200 Ruth Welch (703)-330-1393 Saturday, November 28, 1992 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $8.00 SNP Hike
84 Keys Gap to Harpers Ferry C Approximately 7 miles along the AT ending at historic Harpers Ferry. Opportunity for sightseeing at Harpers Ferry after the hike. Requires car shuttle. 7 500 Dave and Beth Erdman 301-903-7141(W), 301-330-1633(H) Saturday, November 15, 2008 $0.00 East Falls Church Metro 8:30 AM $11.00 VA Hike
85 Riprap Hollow A This is a fairly strenuous hike - especially at the end. It is therefore for seasoned hikers who have already done several A rated hikes. This is a 10 mile circuit in the very picturesque southern end of the SNP with an elevation change of 2030 foot on the western side. We will hike the Riprap Hollow and Wildcat Ridge trails. Excellent views from Calvary Rocks. Many wildflowers should be in bloom, especially the mountain laurel. Bring plenty of water, and perhaps a change of clothes for after the hike. 10 2030 Roy Sammarco (703)-569-2878(H) Saturday, May 11, 2002 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $16.00 SNP Hike
86 C&O Canal/Hancock A This is a difficult 15 mile hike along the more scenic sections of the C&O Canal near Hancock, MD. 20 0 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Sunday, December 13, 1992 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 C&O Hike
87 Lake Accotink D Approximately 4 easy, flat miles around the lake. Chance to use the paddle boats and other recreational facilities for those that desire to extend the day. Meet at the Lake Accotink Parking lot under the railroad tracks. 4 0 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Saturday, August 11, 2001 $0.00 Lake Accotink Parking Lot 8:00 AM $0.00 VA Hike
88 Donaldson Run C 4 mile circuit hike in Arlington. Hike will start from Potomac Overlook and go down to the Potomac River. Historic sites can be seen along the way. Some climbing but not too strenuous. 4 200 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Sunday, January 12, 2003 $0.00 Vienna Metro 9:00 AM $3.00 VA Hike
89 C&O Canal/Zero Mile C Hike 10 miles from Carderock to Georgetown on the C & O Canal to mile post 0.00. No elevation change. 10 0 Ad Brault (703)-280-1685(H), (703)-591-0911(W) Saturday, April 09, 1994 $0.00 Pan-Am Shopping Center 9:00 AM $3.00 C&O Hike
90 Stony Man/Limberlost Trail C Approximate 7 mile circuit in central Shenandoah National Park. Trail passes Little Stony Man Cliffs, reaches summit of Stony Man Mountain and goes through a hemlock forest. Elevation change is approximately 1400 ft. 7 1400 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Saturday, January 30, 1993 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
91 Sky Meadows State Park C A 7 mile hike in Sky Meadows State Park, climbing to the AT, using the South and North Ridge trails. Then along the Old Trail, back to the AT and lunch overlooking Paris (Virginia). Total elevation gain is about 1200 feet. 7 1000 Dane Luck 703-850-3266(C) Saturday, January 14, 2012 $4.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $4.00 VA Hike
92 Hangover Hike D Pohick Bay Regional Park. Approximately 4 miles of varied terrain in this secluded park on the Mason Neck Peninsula. Possibility of spotting eagles and ospreys. 4 0 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Tuesday, January 01, 2002 $0.00 Woodbridge Commuter Lot 10:00 AM $0.00 VA Hike
93 Elizabeth Furnace/Tuscarora B An 8 mile circuit hike with 1600 foot elevation change. Starting at Elizabeth Furnace Recreation area, we will climb to Meneka Peak. Great views along the way including Buzzard Rock overlook, Meneka Peak and Bear Wallow. 8 1600 Arleen Levy 202-528-9654(C) Saturday, January 23, 2010 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 GWNF Hike
94 Spotsylvania Battlefield D Circuit hike covering main points of the Spotsylvania Battlefield National Park. Total of 7 miles. Easy circuit hike with no elevation change. Scenic trails will include trenches and earthworks in excellent state of preservation. Some interpretation of historic events and battle tactics will be provided. 7 0 Marian Delmore (703)-491-4632 Sunday, April 04, 1993 $0.00 Lakeridge 9:00 AM $4.00 VA Hike
95 Overall Run/Beecher Ridge B A circuit hike of 7.5 miles, 2160 feet elevation change. We start at Thompsons Hollow, follow the Overall Run trail & come back on Tuscarora Trail/Overall Run. The climb up Beecher Ridge is steep, but the views of the highest falls in the park make it worth the trip. 7 2160 Tom Lutke (703)-922-7372(H), (703)-660-6615(W) Sunday, July 03, 2005 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
96 National Zoo Farm to Linden B Moderate 8.5 mile hike along Appalachian Trail passes by Denton shelter, beaver pond, and several scenic views. Elevation change 1400'. 8 1400 Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Sunday, December 01, 1996 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $8.00 VA Hike
97 Harpers Ferry/Maryland Heights B This is a 10 mile hike starting at Weverton, going 3 miles up the canal, and then a steep climb up Maryland Heights and returning to Weverton. We can also go up Weverton Cliffs after lunch. Lunch will be in Harpers Ferry. Elevation is 1900 feet. 10 1900 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Sunday, July 24, 2005 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 8:00 AM $8.00 MD Hike
98 Whiteoak/Hawksbill Summit A An 11 mile circuit hike with a whopping 3200 feet elevation change. Hike ascends the Whiteoak Canyon and then Hawksbill Summit, the highest peak in SNP. We descend via Cedar Run Canyon. Attractions include nine waterfalls and outstanding views. Bring two lunches for this one! Park entry fee is $8/person. 11 3200 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Saturday, October 06, 2007 $8.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
99 Potomac Heritage Trail B Hike a nine-mile segment of the Potomac Heritage Trail (along the Potomac River) from Turkey Run to Theodore Roosevelt Island. Stream crossings, some rock scrambles, waterfalls. No major elevation change but lots of ups-and-downs, not unlike life itself. Car shuttle required. Meet at Turkey Run Park. From either direction on George Washington Memorial Pkwy, take exit for Turkey Run Park, marked by brown sign. Meet in first parking lot on the left after entering (Lot C-1). 9 300 Frank Trippett 703-799-0836(W), 202-230-8082(C) Sunday, November 24, 2002 $0.00 Turkey Run Park 8:30 AM $0.00 VA Hike
100 The Ascent of Stony Man A This hike is 9 miles long with a 1700 foot climb. The hike starts auspiciously with an optional breakfast at Skyland Restaurant. The hike then ascends the Stony Man and the Little Stony Man peaks, and continues on the AT for a while before returning by Nicholson Hollow Trail, Indian Run Trail and Old Rag Fire Road. Excellent views. 9 1700 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Saturday, April 17, 1993 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
101 Manassas Gap to Dicks Dome A This is a 13.5 mile out and back hike, with lunch at Dick's Dome. There is a hard climb at the beginning , but the rest of the hike is mostly a pleasant stroll along rolling hills. 14 1500 Gene Vivalda 703-802-6426(H) Sunday, January 06, 2008 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $5.00 VA Hike
102 Mountaindale/Catoctin Trail A A delightful Spring ramble over gently rolling hills and through scenic stream valleys in nearby Frederick Co. MD. Abundance of mountain laurel and other interesting terrain features. About 14 miles linear hike, starting at Gambrill State Park and ending at Cunningham Falls State Park. 14 1700 Bob Delmore (703)-491-4632 Sunday, April 10, 1994 $0.00 Lakeridge 8:00 AM $11.00 MD Hike
103 Huntley Meadows Park D A pleasant 3 mile hike through an Alexandria wetland park. Some of the best wildlife watching in the Washington metropolitan area. Beltway Exit 177A, Route 1 south for 3.5 miles to a right on Lockheed Boulevard, approx 3 blocks down on the left at Harrison Lane- Park entrance. 3701 Lockheed Blvd., Alexandria, VA 22306 3 0 Jane 703-400-3941(C) Sunday, March 16, 2008 $0.00 Trailhead in Huntley Meadows Parking Lot 1:00 PM $0.00 VA Hike
104 HarperÆs Ferry for Spouses D/B A good hike to bring along your non-hiking spouse or friend. Plans include Bolivar Heights (3 miles) in the morning, lunch at a restaurant in historic Harpers Ferry, and Maryland heights (5 miles, stiff climbing) in the afternoon for those who are willing. 8 1000 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Sunday, October 29, 1995 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 9:00 AM $11.00 WVA Hike
105 Beginning Backpackers II C Beginners backpacking hike. A moderately level 5 mile trip on the AT between Tri County Fire Tower and Manassas Gap Shelter, with 2 additional miles Sunday to Linden. Additional miles are an option. Call hike leaders for details. 7
Freeman Buxton (703)-430-2180 Saturday, May 08, 1993 $0.00


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106 Leesylvania State Park D A 6 mile hike in this VA State Park in Woodbridge. The park boasts many scenic overlooks of the Potomac River including one on the remains of a Civil War Confederate gun battery at Freestone Point. Hike will consist of 4 different trails. There is a $5 park entrance fee per car. 6 0 Jo Ann Worrell 703-878-2405 Sunday, May 17, 2009 $5.00 Woodbridge Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $1.00 VA Hike
107 Accotink Stream Valley D 6 miles along the banks of the creek in the heart of suburbia. 6 0 Ad Brault (703)-280-1685(H), (703)-591-0911(W) Monday, September 02, 1996 $0.00 Pan-Am Shopping Center 9:00 AM $0.00 VA Hike
108 Dickey Ridge C This is a one-way afternoon hike in northern SNP, 7 miles long with a 500 foot climb. We plan to finish the hike before nightfall. Attractions include a nice view of the Shenandoah River and the valley bathed in the rays of a setting sun. An ideal hike for beginners, and a fun hike for all. Requires a five mile car shuttle. 7 500 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Sunday, July 16, 2006 $15.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 1:00 PM $8.00 SNP Hike
109 Kennedy Peak A 12.5 mile linear hike with 3200' elevation change. Hike will start at the Tolliver Trail and proceed south on the Massanutten Trail to Edith Gap. High point of the hike is Kennedy Peak, highest point in the Massanuttens. Car shuttle required. http://mgingerich.crosswinds.net/hikes/Kennedy-Peak/ 12 3200 Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Sunday, June 06, 2004 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $12.00 GWNF Hike
110 White Oak Canyon A 14 mile circuit hike to the 2nd highest mountain in the park. We will pass White Canyon, Stony Man Mountain and Cedar Run. Approximate elevation change 2900 ft. Beautiful view from Stony Man Mountain. We will pass 3 or 4 waterfalls. Park entry fee is $5/person. 14 2900 Walt Reinhard (703)-221-5424 Saturday, May 29, 1993 $5.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
111 Beginning Backpackers I B Beginners backpacking hike, 12 miles on the AT, Rte 9 to Blackburn Trail Center and return. Camp out at Blackburn Trail Center. Call hike leader for details. 12
Freeman Buxton (703)-430-2180 Saturday, August 27, 1994 $0.00 Sterling Bike Trail Lot or Rte 9 10:00 AM $8.00 VA Camp
112 Signal Knob A A 9.8 mile circuit hike on Massanutten Mountain near Strasburg. Sweeping views from overlooks. The high point is Signal Knob, used as a signal relay station during the Civil War. Elevation change 2000 feet. 9 2000 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) Sunday, February 26, 2012 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $9.00 GWNF Hike
113 Doyles River/Jones Run B This is an 8 mile circuit hike with 3 water falls and an elevation change of 1800 ft. Beginning at Browns Gap the hike proceeds south along the AT and descends the Jones Run Trail. The hike ascends the Doyles River Trail to the AT south, completing the circuit at Browns Gap. The 63 foot Upper Doyles River Falls provide an excellent spot for lunch. 8 1800 Laura Schriner 703-409-0212
$15.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $16.00 SNP Hike
114 Fountainhead Regional Park C Approximately 5 miles of gently rolling hills with scenic river views. 5 0 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Sunday, October 22, 1995 $0.00 Woodbridge Commuter Lot 10:00 AM $0.00 VA Hike
115 Hickory Ridge D A leisurely 4û6 mile hike encompassing several historic sites associated with the development of Prince William Forest Park. This hike will require some bushwhacking to view the ruins of Hickory Ridge, a preûCivil War Black settlement that existed within the Park confines until the mid 1930's. 6 300 Marian Delmore (703)-491-4632 Saturday, July 10, 1993 $5.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $3.00 PWFP Hike
116 Urban Hike: Baltimore B An 11-mile leisurely stroll (2.5 mi/hr) through some of Baltimore's most historic and ethnic neighborhoods. Starting at Federal Hill area, our tour will take in the Cross Street Market, Federal Hill Park, Poe burial site, Lexington Market, Washington Monument, City Hall, Shot Tower, Johns Hopkins hospital, Butchers Hill, Patterson Park, Fells Point, Little Italy, and the Inner Harbor. Optional light rail trip to the street car museum. Stops en route for coffee/soda and restroom breaks. Lunch at a restaurant at Fells Point. Parking fee ($16) to park in Baltimore to be shared by all in the car pool. We will meet at Forest Glen Metro (on the Red line, just outside the Beltway) outside the fare gates. Metro station has free parking on weekends. Bring cash for car pool fee, parking in Baltimore, coffee/soda, and lunch ($35-40?). 7 0 Mano Malayanur 301-562-3156(H) Saturday, November 14, 2009 $16.00 Forest Glen Metro outside the fare gates 8:30 AM $12.00 MD Hike
117 Backpacking/Harpers Ferry B Beginning backpacking hike rescheduled, 13 miles on the AT; 6 miles Saturday and 7 miles Sunday. Start hike at Route 9, stop off at Blackburn Trail Center Campgrounds and proceed to Route 7 the following day. Good opportunity to learn backpacking skills. 13
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118 4th Annual Hangover Hike D Approximately 5 fun miles along forest trails and fire roads in nearby PWFP. 5 0 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Monday, January 01, 1996 $5.00 Rt 123/I-95 Commuter Lot 10:00 AM $0.00 PWFP Hike
119 Midsummer NightÆs Scheme B Big Meadows Campout and Night Hike in SNP. This event has something for everyone, including a cookûout, an 8 mile hike with a 1000 foot climb and optional camping at a developed site. Other amenities within easy walking distance. Call Mano for reservations and details. 8 1000 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Saturday, August 05, 1995 $10.00 Call leader
$11.00 SNP Camp
120 Mason Neck Wildlife Refuge D Mason Neck Wildlife Refuge in nearby Gunston, VA. 3.5 easy scenic miles affording views of water fowl, deer and an occasional eagle. 3 0 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Sunday, July 13, 1997 $0.00 Woodbridge Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $0.00 VA Hike
121 Farms To Forest Hike D A pleasant 6û7 mile hike in the Oak Ridge section of Prince William Forest Park. This area was once settled and farmed for tobacco and forest products. Remnants of old roads and home site can still be seen. 7 0 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233
$5.00 Woodbridge Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $3.00 PWFP Hike
122 White Water Rafting
Members only. Five miles of up to Grade III rapids in the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers near Harpers Ferry. Call ASAP for your booking. 0
Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Sunday, August 08, 1993 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot
$11.00 WVA Water
123 Blackrock Summit/Trayfoot A A vigorous 10 mile circuit hike in the southern section of Shenandoah National Park. Beginning at Blackrock Gap we proceed north along the AT to the summit of Blackrock Mtn. Continue along Trayfoot Mtn. and Paine Run trails to complete a circuit. We'll lunch at a rock outcrop overlooking the Valley at The Grottos. Trayfoot Mtn. is among the more varied trails, with some spectacular overlooks, overgrown trails and stream crossings. Elevation change 2200 ft. 10 2200 Roy Sammarco (703)-569-2878(H), 703-325-1436(W) Sunday, May 15, 2005 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $16.00 SNP Hike
124 St. Marys Wilderness
St. MaryÆs Wilderness is a designated wilderness area in the National Forest System. There are several hike options available from about 2 to 12 miles with gradual to moderate climbs. A waterfall is located in the middle of the wilderness. Sharando Lake and Crabtree Falls are also nearby. The wilderness is located in the George Washington National Forest just south of Waynesboro, VA. 12
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125 Mystery Hike
You'll find out where we are going when we get there.

Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Sunday, August 29, 1993 $0.00 Lakeridge 8:00 AM $3.00
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126 Beaver Loop C An easy 7.5 mile circuit hike along the fall line of the Piedmont Plateau and the South Branch Quantico Creek. Might see some furry fellows and their handiwork. Joint hike with Center Hiking Club. 7 0 Stephanie & Al (703)-369-0888 Sunday, May 01, 1994 $5.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 11:00 AM $3.00 PWFP Hike
127 Occoquan/Bull Run Trail A A late summer ramble over gently rolling hills and scenic steam valley, starting at Blackburn's Ford and ending at Fountainhead Regional Park. Some historic sites will be seen along the way. About 16 miles total distance. A car shuttle will be used. 16 200 Bob Delmore (703)-491-4632 Saturday, September 18, 1993 $0.00 Lakeridge 9:00 AM $3.00 VA Hike
128 Thornton Hollow B Moderate 7.5 mile circuit hike in the northern part of Shenandoah National Park. Elevation change of about 1600 ft. The high point of the hike is Byrd's Nest #4, just off the AT. 7 1600 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Saturday, May 25, 2002 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $8.00 SNP Hike
129 Rose River Falls/Hawksbill A A 10 mile circuit in central SNP with an elevation gain of 1750 feet. Begin at the Upper Hawksbill parking area then Skyland-Big Meadows horse trail to the Rose River Loop Trail and falls, Rose River fire road then along the AT to an ascent of Hawksbill Mtn.,the highest peak in SNP. 10 1750 Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Saturday, February 25, 1995 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
130 Fridley Gap A A challenging 14 mile circuit hike in the Lee Ranger District of GWNF. We will traverse three ridges as we follow the contour of the Massanutten Mtn. South trail. Car shuttle required. 14
Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Sunday, November 05, 1995 $0.00 Call Leader 7:30 AM $12.00 GWNF Hike
131 Two North Sections of Billy Goat Trail B A 10 mile circuit hike on the Maryland side of the Potomac River. Lots of rock scrambling. Spectacular views of Great Falls and Mather Gorge. Bring a snack and water for a break along the way. 10 200 Cathy Broad (301) 587-6776(H) Sunday, January 05, 2003 $0.00 Carderock Rec Area, MD 12:30 PM $0.00 GF/MD Hike
132 C&O Canal/Old Angler's Inn D A pleasant 7-8 mile circuit hike along the towpath starting at Old Angler's Inn with a visit to Great Falls Tavern. Hike will include the Olmstead Island access trail. 8 0 Ad Brault (703)-280-1685(H), (703)-591-0911(W) Sunday, December 03, 1995 $0.00 Vienna Metro 9:00 AM $4.00 C&O Hike
133 Fredericksburg Tour D A walking tour of Historic Fredericksburg and sections of the Battlefield. A great time of year to visit the heartland of the Confederacy.

Freeman Buxton (703)-430-2180 Sunday, December 19, 1993 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $8.00 VA Hike
134 Turkey Run D This is a 3.5 mile circuit at Turkey Run Park off the GW Parkway. Walk along the Potomac as well as Turkey Run. A (1+ mile each way) side trip to Dead Run is available to anyone interested. 3 0 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Sunday, February 16, 2003 $0.00 Vienna Metro 9:00 AM $3.00 VA Hike
135 Mystery Hike C Plan on a C hike (less than 10 miles) with very little elevation change.

Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Sunday, March 30, 1997 $0.00 Vienna Metro 9:00 AM $5.00
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136 Buzzard Rocks A A linear hike of about 10 miles with an elevation gain of 2800 feet along the Buzzard Rocks, Tuscarora and Sherman Gap trails. Mostly ridge hiking with views of the South Fork of the Shenandoah River. Car shuttle required. 10 2800 Gene Vivalda 703-802-6426(H)
$0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $10.00 GWNF Hike
137 Appalachian Trail/Panorama B An 8 mile hike from Panorama to Stony Man Overlook in Central SNP. Elevation change about 1700 feet. Hike will ascend Marys Rock and the Pinnacle and will require a car shuttle. 8 1700 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Sunday, November 05, 2006 $15.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $8.00 SNP Hike
138 Cropley/Gold Mine Tract D An easy 7 mile circuit hike using the towpath, Berma Road, and several other trails in the C&O Canal National Historic Park. Hike will pass the ruins of a gold mining operation dating back to the late 19th century and the original Washington aqueduct. 7 0 Marian Delmore (703)-491-4632 Sunday, January 23, 1994 $0.00 Lakeridge 9:00 AM $4.00 C&O Hike
139 Little Bennet Regional Park D Explore remnants of the past on this delightful 6-8 mile circuit hike through Little Bennett Valley, once the site of farms and small scale industries. Rolling hills, open meadows and dense woods will be seen on this hike. 8 200 Ruth Welch (703)-330-1393 Saturday, January 29, 1994 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $5.00 MD Hike
140 Little Devil Stairs A A moderately paced 13 mile circuit hike in Northern SNP, including the ascent of Little Devil Stairs up to Hogback Overlook. Return south via the AT to Pole Bridge Link trail joining Piney Branch to Hull School trails to the return down Keyser Run Fire Road. Elevation change is 2300 feet. PATC Map 9 13 2400 Mark Rietman 703-395-5327(C) Sunday, December 26, 2010 $5.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
141 Mudhole Gap B An adventurous circuit hike of about 11 miles on the Tuscarora and Bear Wallow trails near Powells Fort Camp. Good views on the ascent of Green Mountain. Return via an old logging road. Elevation gain 1000'. 11 1000 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Saturday, February 05, 1994 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 GWNF Hike
142 Patuxent River Park D An easy 5 miles on the banks of the Patuxent River. 5 0 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Sunday, February 20, 1994 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $5.00 MD Hike
143 Riverbend/Great Falls C A 7 mile hike starting in Riverbend Park on the Potomac River and continuing to Great Falls and Mather Gorge where we can watch the rock climbers and kayakers. 7 200 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Sunday, December 17, 2006 $0.00 Vienna Metro 8:30 AM $3.00 GF/VA Hike
144 Frederick Municipal Forest A This is an unusual but interesting varied hike on the Catoctin Trail through rolling hills, stream valleys, and old logging roads. Linear hike of about 14 invigorating miles with an optional dinner stop at the end. 14 500 Bob Delmore (703)-491-4632 Sunday, February 27, 1994 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 MD Hike
145 Measles Camp, Centreville B An historic hike to the site of a Confederate convalescent camp in nearby Fairfax County. We will traverse the valley of the Little Rocky Run and visit several other Civil War sites along the way. Plan for 12 miles. 12 0 Bob Delmore (703)-491-4632 Sunday, November 20, 1994 $0.00 Lakeridge 9:00 AM $4.00 VA Hike
146 Piscataway Park D A linear hike of about 7 miles along the Potomac River overlooking Mt. Vernon. This is our first venture into the hinterlands of Prince Georges County. 7 0 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Sunday, March 20, 1994 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $5.00 MD Hike
147 White Oak Canyon A Try this circuit hike to help metabolize your turkey and dressing after Thanksgiving. Our journey of 8 miles traverses two of the deepest and steepest ravines in the Park. The trail passes six waterfalls as it climbs up Whiteoak Canyon and goes down Cedar Run. Elevation change is about 2600 feet. Park entry fee is $8/person. 8 2600 Frank Trippett 703-799-0836(W), 202-230-8082(C) Saturday, November 26, 2011 $8.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:30 AM $12.00 SNP Hike
148 W&OD Rail Trail Park/Bike Trip D Bike with us 20 miles at a moderate speed (8-9 miles per hour) from Sterling to Leesburg and return . Optional breakfast buffet or bring or buy a sandwich. Trip will be rescheduled the following Sunday if inclement weather conditions occur. 20 0 Freeman Buxton (703)-430-2180 Sunday, March 29, 1998 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 9:00 AM $0.00 W&OD Bike
149 Club Social/Meeting N/A Hike club members, leaders and potential leaders are invited to attend a pot luck at Roy Sammarco’s home in Springfield, VA. Bring a dish to share. Call for information and directions. Members only.

Roy Sammarco (703)-569-2878(H), 703-325-1436(W)

Roy's Home 6:00 PM $0.00 VA
150 Harpers Ferry/Tri-State A Hike three states, VA, WV, and MD, near Harpers Ferry on this 12 mile circuit hike with 2380 foot elevation change. We will begin on the Appalachian Trail, then traverse Loudoun Heights, follow the C&O canal to the Maryland Heights trail and wind up passing through the historical town of Harpers Ferry. Beautiful views from all trails. 12 2380 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) Saturday, December 12, 2009 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 8:00 AM $6.00 WVA Hike
151 Turners Gap/AT A This is a 10 mile linear hike on the Appalachian Trail in Maryland. Total elevation change is 1500 feet. We will begin on the Bear Spring Cabin trail then follow the AT north to I-70. We will pass through Washington Monument State Park. Car shuttle is required. 10 1500 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) Saturday, May 17, 2003 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 MD Hike
152 Pignut Mountain Bushwack B You will have a chance to experience leaving the trail for peaks off yonder. We will follow the Piney Branch trail in the Shenandoah National Park to an intermittant stream and bushwack to a ridge and two peaks. Total hike distance is about 6 miles with about 1/2 of it off trail and a total climb of about 1700 feet. 6 1700 Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Sunday, April 17, 1994 $0.00 Call leader
$11.00 SNP Hike
153 Keys Gap/Snickers Gap/AT B Good opportunity for beginners & others to learn hiking skills & equipment use. Begin at the Route 9 AT crossing, Keys Gap & go 11 miles with mid-point stop at Blackburn Trail Center on Sat. night. Stay at camp center or non-tent owners can use a screened porch at the Trail Center. On Sun. continue to AT crossing at Rt. 7, Snickers Gap. Call hike leaders for details. In event of inclement weather hike will be on the following weekend.Joint hike with Potomac Backpackers Association. Call leaders. 11
Freeman Buxton (703)-430-2180 Saturday, April 23, 1994 $0.00 Sterling Bike Trail Lot

VA Camp
154 Jeremy's Run/Neighbor Mountain A A 14 mile difficult circuit hike with an elevation change of 2600 feet. Jeremy’s Run is one of the most beautiful streams in the northern section of the Park. The trail crosses the stream 14 times so be prepared. We'll begin at the picnic area and hike down Jeremys Run. We'll lunch at the waterfall, and then after about a half an hour begin the long ascent of Neighbor Mt. Return is by the AT. 14 2600 Roy Sammarco (703)-569-2878(H), 703-325-1436(W) Saturday, November 20, 2004 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $12.00 SNP Hike
155 White Water Rafting - New River fun A fun filled weekend trip to the famous New River Gorge, WVA, culminating in a rafting trip down the river.

Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Friday, June 28, 1996 $0.00 Call leaders

WVA Water
156 Calvert Cliffs C Approximately 10 miles over varied terrain, in beautiful Calvert County, MD. Opportunity for swimming in the Chesapeake Bay, (suits required) as well as fossil hunting. 10 0 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Sunday, June 19, 1994 $0.00 Lakeridge 7:30 AM $12.00 MD Hike
157 Beginners Backpacking III B Easy to moderate backpacking trip in Shenandoah National Park. There will be opportunities for short hikes after setting up camp. We will do communal cooking so reservations are required by April 25. Call for details. Beginners welcome. Share cost of food as well as cooking chores.

Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Saturday, April 30, 1994 $10.00 Call leader
$11.00 SNP Camp
158 Spruce Knob Overnight A-C A hiking adventure in the Spruce Knob area of Monongahela National Forest. This area has a variety of landscapes, vast openings, and pastures. Hikes of varying lengths and difficulty will be offered, but all will include the ascent of Spruce Knob, at 4863 feet the highest point in WVA and a visit to Seneca Rocks. We will leave on Friday and return on Sunday. Departure time and accommodations will be coordinated by the leader. Reservations are required.

Bob Delmore (703)-491-4632 Friday, November 11, 1994 $0.00 TBD

WVA Camp
159 Whiteoak/AT at Night B An evening and night hike in the woods to visit a pretty waterfall. Approximately 8 miles over moderately difficult terrain, but at a medium pace. Bring a flashlight. 8 1200 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Saturday, August 08, 1998 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 5:00 PM $11.00 SNP Hike
160 Annual Meeting-Nite Out Fun All club members are invited to get together at the Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library (703-790-8088) for the NVHC Annual Meeting. Friends, fun and official Club business (election of officers, etc.)! The library is located on the north side of Route 7 between I-66 and I-495 at 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA about a mile's walking distance from West Falls Church Metro. The business meeting will be held between 4:30-6:00pm. After the meeting we will go to a nearby restaurant for the festivities.

Dave Erdman 301-330-1633(H), 301-903-7141(W) Saturday, April 16, 2011 $0.00 Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library 4:30 PM $0.00 VA
161 Little Devils Stairs at Night B Seven miles with 2000 feet of climbing. Climb down the stairs in the evening and climb back up on the fire road under a starry sky. Please bring a flashlight! 7 2000 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Saturday, July 16, 1994 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 6:00 PM $8.00 SNP Hike
162 Delaware Water Gap Canoe Trip
Canoe, hiking and camping near the Delaware Water Gap, PA. Contact Mano for details.

Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Saturday, June 27, 1998



PA Water
163 Appalachian Trail/Elk Wallow B An 8.5 mile hike from Elk Wallow Gap to Panorama in Northern SNP. Elevation change about 1700 feet. Hike will ascend Pass Mountain and stop at BirdÆs Nest #4 for lunch. Will require a car shuttle. 8 1700 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Saturday, October 28, 1995 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
164 Ellanor Lawrence Regional Park D Approximately 3-4 miles of easy walking. You will get scenery, culture and history. Call for directions. 4
Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Sunday, August 05, 2001 $0.00 Vienna Metro 8:00 AM $0.00 VA Hike
165 Mason Neck Wildlife Refuge D Approximately 3 miles of forest trails walking through the refuge. 3
Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Sunday, July 12, 1998 $0.00 Woodbridge Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $0.00 VA Hike
166 Bike Tour in Prince William County
Experience a slice of Old Prince William as we take a little traveled but scenic route in the mid-county area. Plan on 20 miles total distance. NOTE: Helmets are mandatory for this event. 20
Bob Delmore (703)-491-4632 Sunday, August 21, 1994 $0.00 McCoart County Complex 9:00 AM $0.00 VA Bike
167 Overnight in PWFP
The First Annual October Overnight Outing camp out. Do some hiking and trail maintenance in Prince William Forest Park. Call leader for details.

Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Saturday, October 08, 1994 $5.00 Lakeridge

PWFP Camp
168 Pot Luck and Play Reading
Pot luck at 7:00pm, followed by a reading of a play from a script. Everyone takes a role.

Janet Jordan (301)-652-3875 Saturday, May 20, 1995
JanetÆs Home 7:00 PM


169 Gunston Bike Tour
Leisurely 20-25 miles on the Mason Neck peninsula in Fairfax County. Tour will take in the wildlife refuge, Mason Neck Park, Hallowing Point and the community of Gunston caught in a 1920Æs time warp.

Bob Delmore (703)-491-4632 Sunday, October 02, 1994 $0.00 Lakeridge 9:00 AM $0.00 VA Bike
170 Lake Accotink D A 6.5 mile hike along Accotink Creek and around Lake Accotink. Mostly level, with small elevation change. To get to the meeting place take Beltway (495) Exit 54A West (Braddock Road). Take first right turn into Wakefield Park; go about .6 mile to large parking lot near the Recreation Center Building. 6 0 Andy (703)-978-3673(H) & George (703)-978-6154(H) Saturday, January 25, 2003 $0.00 Wakefield Rec Center 9:00 AM $0.00 VA Hike
171 Tuscarora Trails Series #1 A Hike the first leg of the Tuscarora Trail Trail series from the Appalachian Trail in Northern SNP to Hancock, MD. This 12 mile moderately paced circuit hike will pass by Overall Run, Beecher Ridge, and Mathews Arm Trails with an elevation change of 2500 feet. Hikes are planned for the first Sat. of each month until the 144 mile length is completed. 12 2500 ' Saturday, January 07, 1995 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 7:30 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
172 Tuscarora Trail Series #2 A 2nd hike of the Tuscarora Trail Series. Moderately paced, 12 mile hike from Thompson Hollow on the west side of SNP to Veachs Gap on the west side of the Massanutten Mtns. The hike will traverse the valley of the South Fork of the Shenandoah River on country roads and over the Massanutten Mtns. on the old Morgan Road with a 1800 feet elevation change. Car shuttle is required. 12 1800 Bill (703)-256-6735 & Jack (703)-339-6716 Saturday, February 04, 1995 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 7:30 AM $11.00 GWNF Hike
173 Tuscarora Trail B Moderately paced, 9 mile hike with 1200 ft. elevation change from Veach's Gap along the Massanutten Trail where the South Fork of the Shenandoah River and The Point can be seen. Hike ends at Elizabeth Furnace the site of a pre-revolutionary iron furnace on Passage Creek. An additional 4 mile hike to Buzzards Rock is optional. Car shuttle is required. 9 1200 Tom Lutke (703)-922-7372(H), (703)-660-6615(W) Sunday, August 21, 2005 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 GWNF Hike
174 Sky Meadows State Park C An 8 mile hike through steep meadows and woods beginning at Sky Meadows State Park where we will hike to Manassas Gap Shelter along the Appalachian Trail and return. Bring water, lunch, bug repellent, hat, and hiking boots. 8
Mark Rietman (703)-221-6999(H) Saturday, April 17, 2004 $4.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $5.00 VA Hike
175 Bird Knob B An 8 mile hike to Bird Knob with a 1000 foot elevation gain along the ridge of Massanutten Mountain. We will pass several wildlife clearings before descending. 8 1000 Craig & Trish (703)-830-2391(H), (703)-754-5567(W) Sunday, July 29, 2001 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $12.00 GWNF Hike
176 Arlington/Falls Church Walk D Easy to moderate 5-7 mile walk in neighborhoods and along bike trails in Arlington and Falls Church. Bring water and sociable spirit. 7 0 Michael Searles (703)-998-7855 Wednesday, October 11, 1995 $0.00 East Falls Church Metro 6:30 PM $0.00 VA Hike
177 Walk in Arlington D Join us for a 3-4 mile walk in the neighborhoods of Arlington. If icy or extremely cold conditions (below 20 degrees), check with the leader to make sure walk is still on. 4 0 Beth Lachman (703)-206-9154(H) Saturday, January 08, 2000 $0.00 East Falls Church Metro 2:00 PM $0.00 VA Hike
178 C&O Canal C Join us for an enjoyable hike on the historic C&O Canal. We will meet upstairs by the fair machines. Walk at a slow to moderate pace about 8 miles. 8 0 Michael Searles (703)-998-7855 Saturday, December 19, 1998 $0.00 Rosslyn Metro Station 10:00 AM $0.00 C&O Hike
179 C&O Canal/Key Bridge C An easy-to-moderate walk from the Rosslyn Metro across the Key Bridge and then along the C&O Canal. We will return along the same route on this 5 to 7 mile walk. Dress warm. 7 0 Michael Searles (703)-998-7855 Saturday, February 18, 1995 $0.00 Rosslyn Metro Station 12:00 PM $0.00 C&O Hike
180 Annual Cross-Country Ski Trip
At this years two day trip we will ski at New Germany State Park in Western Maryland. Beginners welcome. Contact leader for details. See http://www.geocities.com/Yosemite/5072/ng.htm for pictures of last years trip.

Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Saturday, January 24, 1998
Call leader

MD Ski
181 Wilderness First Aid Class N/A A program of the Wilderness Safety Council, this eighteen-hour class in Alexandria includes classroom study, hands-on practice, and results in a two-year certification. The cost is $240. More information and registration at: http://wfa.net

Chris Tate 703-836-8905 Saturday, February 04, 2012 $0.00 Call leader
$0.00 VA Class
182 Little Crease Mountain B This is a rugged 8.5 mile hike with 1800' elevation change and beautiful views of the Shenandoah River. We will begin on Tuscarora/Old Morgan Road and ascend Massanutten Mountain pass Little Crease Shelter and return on the Sherman Gap Trail. A short car shuttle on route 613 is involved. 10 2500 Emeline Otey 202-462-7049(H) Sunday, December 13, 2009 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 GWNF Hike
183 Tuscarora Trail Series #4 A A 14 mile moderately paced hike from Elizabeth Furnace over Green and Three Top Mountains, down Doll and Rhodes Ridges and across the North Branch of the Shenandoah River to Route 11. The total elevation change is 2100Æ. Car shuttle is required. 14 2100 Bill (703)-256-6735 & Jack (703)-339-6716 Saturday, May 06, 1995 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 7:30 AM $11.00 GWNF Hike
184 Tuscarora Trail Series #5 A Moderately paced 12 mile hike from Route 11 to Cedar Creek. The hike will take us through the west side of the Shenandoah Valley over Little North Mountain, Sheffer Gap and Tea Mountain for an elevation change of 1900 feet. Car shuttle is required. 12 1900 Bill (703)-256-6735 & Jack (703)-339-6716 Saturday, June 03, 1995 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 7:30 AM $11.00 VA Hike
185 Beginners Backpacking
A moderately level 7 mile backpacking trip on the AT between Sky Meadows and Manassas Gap Shelter on Saturday, with an additional 2 miles to Linden for breakfast on Sunday. Call for more information.

Freeman Buxton (703)-430-2180




VA
186 Ascent of Pass Mountain C+ A 7 mile hike with a 1000Æ climb. From Panorama we take the AT to Pass Mountain Summit and then on to ByrdÆs Nest #4. We return by Branch Trail and Skyline Drive. Views from Beahms Gap and Pass Mtn. overlooks and from Panorama restaurant. 7 1000 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Sunday, April 16, 1995 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
187 Jenkins Gap Night Hike B This hike is 8 miles with 800Æ of climbing, along Skyline Drive in northern SNP. Optional pre-hike dinner in Front Royal. Great moonlit views of the Piedmont and the Shenandoah Valley. Requires an 8 mile car shuttle. Bring a flashlight! 8 800 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Saturday, May 29, 1999 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 5:00 PM $8.00 SNP Hike
188 Mid-Season Get-Together
Meet your fellow club members in a social setting! Meeting will take place at OÆTooleÆs Restaurant off Lee Highway in Centreville, VA. You pay for your own food and drinks. If possible, please call Mano in advance so he can reserve tables. Call Mano for directions.

Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Thursday, May 18, 1995
Centreville, VA 7:00 PM


189 Jenkins Gap/Hogback Mtn. A A 9 mile hike along the AT in northern Shenandoah National Park. Good views of both east and west from North Marshall and Hogback Mtns. Elevation change of 2000'. Car shuttle required. 9 2000 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Saturday, January 04, 1997 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $12.00 SNP Hike
190 Piney Ridge/Piney Branch A A 9 mile hike which will go past two waterfalls along the Piney River. Trail also passes by two cemeteries of original settlers. Elevation change is 2000Æ. 9 2000 Craig & Trish (703)-830-2391(H), (703)-754-5567(W) Sunday, November 07, 1999 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
191 Bull Run/Occoquan C Do the east end of this trail along the shores of Bull Run. 7 miles from Hemlock Overlook to Bull Run Regional Park. Varied terrain, lots of ups and downs, historic sites. Requires car shuttle. 7 0 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Sunday, June 04, 1995 $0.00 Newgate Shopping Center 9:00 AM $3.00 BR Hike
192 Catoctin Mountain C Join us for an easy to moderate 6-8 mile hike with about 1000Æ elevation gain. This is a joint hike with the Center Hiking Club. Can also meet at 11:30am at the Visitor Center. 8 1000 Michael Searles (703)-998-7855 Sunday, November 22, 1998 $0.00 Van Dorn Metro 10:00 AM $13.00 MD Hike
193 Evening Walk in North Arlington D Come unwind after a busy work day with a moderately paced 3-5 mile evening walk in the neighborhoods of Arlington. We may walk to Ballston or other metro and metro back so bring money for potential metro ride. Meet near mailbox at the East Falls Church Metro. 4 0 Beth Lachman (703)-206-9154(H) Thursday, September 20, 2001 $0.00 East Falls Church Metro 6:30 PM $0.00 VA Hike
194 Keys /Snickers Gap AT A A 13.5 mile hike along the AT from Keys Gap to Snickers Gap. Pass through the Blackburn Trail Center. Good views from Buzzard Rocks and Crescent Rock. 2000' elevation change. Car Shuttle is required. 13 2000 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C)
$0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 8:00 AM $8.00 VA Hike
195 Tuscarora Trail Series #6 A This 14 mile moderately paced hike between Cedar Creek and Paul Gerhard Shelter has a 3500Æ elevation change. The hike will go up and over Little Sluice, Mill and Great North Mountains with an additional half-mile option to White Rock Cliff. Turkey vultures and possibly other raptures can be seen soaring below the vistas. Car shuttle is required. 14 3500 Bill (703)-256-6735 & Jack (703)-339-6716 Saturday, July 01, 1995 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 7:30 AM $13.00 GWNF Hike
196 Tuscarora Trail Series #7 A A 12 mile moderately paced hike from Waites Run to Hawk Campground along the crest of Great North Mtn. that defines the VA-WVA border. Elevation change 2000Æ. Hikes on the Tuscarora Trail north of Waites Run are rarely scheduled by any of the area hiking clubs. For those that have a goal to complete the entire Tuscarora Trail in the future reserve the first Saturday of each month to complete the remaining 85 miles. Car shuttle is required. 12 2000 Bill (703)-256-6735 & Jack (703)-339-6716 Saturday, August 05, 1995 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 7:30 AM $13.00 GWNF Hike
197 Tuscarora Trail Series #8 A A moderately paced 11 mile hike from Hawk Campground to Loman Branch in WVA. Elevation change is 1000Æ. The name of this section of the trail, Jemina, is taken for her deserted homestead and the 1883 grave located on the trail. The hike begins about 20 miles NW of Strasburg, VA. If the sun shines we should see plenty of butterflies. Car shuttle is required. 11 1000 Bill (703)-256-6735 & Jack (703)-339-6716 Saturday, September 02, 1995 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 7:30 AM $13.00 WVA Hike
198 Arlington/Falls Church Walk D Easy to moderate 5-7 mile walk in neighborhoods and along bike trails in Arlington and Falls Church. Bring water and sociable spirit. Joint hike with Center Hiking Club. 6 0 Michael Searles (703)-998-7855 Friday, November 17, 1995 $0.00 East Falls Church Metro 6:30 PM $0.00 VA Hike
199 Arlington Neighborhood Walk D Join us for a moderately to fast paced 3-4 mile walk in the neighborhoods of North Arlington. Bring water, jacket, and money for possible snack stop after the walk. If roads or sidewalks are icy check with leader to see whether the hike is canceled. We may walk to another metro and metro back so bring money for potential metro ride. 4 0 Beth Lachman (703)-206-9154(H) Saturday, February 17, 2001 $0.00 East Falls Church Metro 2:00 PM $0.00 VA Hike
200 Thursday Evening Walk in Arlington D Come unwind after a busy work day with a moderately paced 3-5 mile evening walk in the neighborhoods of Arlington. We may walk to Ballston or other metro and metro back so bring money for potential metro ride. Meet near mailbox at the East Falls Church Metro. 4 0 Beth Lachman (703)-206-9154(H) Thursday, April 19, 2001 $0.00 East Falls Church Metro 6:30 PM $0.00 VA Hike
201 C&O Canal Walk D A pleasant 6-7 mile walk from the Rosslyn Metro along the C&O Canal in Georgetown and back. Meet just outside the Rosslyn Metro turnstiles. 7 0 Michael Searles (703)-998-7855 Saturday, October 05, 1996 $0.00 Rosslyn Metro Station 10:00 AM $0.00 C&O Hike
202 Ashby Hollow/Ashby Gap B A 7.5 mile hike along the Appalachian Trail near Route 7. We will stop for lunch at Rod Hollow Shelter. Elevation change 1200Æ. Car shuttle required. 7 1200 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Saturday, June 29, 1996 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 9:00 AM $8.00 VA Hike
203 Stony Man/Corbin Cabin A An 8.5 mile hike up Stony Man Mountain and down Nicholson Hollow to Corbin Cabin which was built in 1909. Elevation change is 2000Æ. 8 2000 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Saturday, November 17, 2001 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
204 Canoe Trip: Shenandoah Fun Seven gentle miles along the Shenandoah River. All gear related to canoeing will be provided by the outfitter. Beginners welcome. Two people per canoe. Leader will try and help you find a partner if you don't have one. The cost is about $35/person including car pool fees. Bring cash, lunch, water, swimwear, towel, change of clothes, and old tennis shoes or some kind of protective footwear. Call or e-mail leader in advance (malayanur@yahoo.com) to sign up.

Mano Malayanur 240-604-6365(C) Saturday, June 11, 2011 $0.00 TBD 8:00 AM $8.00 VA Water
205 Bull Run/Occoquan C West end of the Bull Run-Occoquan Trail, 4 miles along the shores of Bull Run, entering Bull Run Regional Park. Unlike the east end, this is easy walking. 4 0 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Sunday, August 20, 1995 $0.00 Newgate Shopping Center 8:00 AM $0.00 BR Hike
206 Mason Neck State Park D 3.5 miles of easy walking trails through the park with the possibility of spotting eagles and ospreys. Also, a look around the visitors center after the hike. 3 0 Laura Schriner 703-409-0212 Sunday, April 20, 2008 $4.00 Woodbridge Commuter Lot 10:00 AM $0.00 VA Hike
207 Fairfax City Connector Trail D 4-5 miles through Central Fairfax between Fairfax Circle and Nottoway Park in Vienna. Paved, mostly wooded trails.

Ad Brault (703)-280-1685(H), (703)-591-0911(W) Saturday, June 01, 1996 $0.00 Vienna Metro 9:00 AM $0.00 VA Hike
208 Yellowstone/Tetons Training
A 7 mile hike on Saturday with 1400Æ elevation change starting at National Zoo Farm, camping out over night and another 4 miles to Manassas Gap shelter on Sunday morning. Good opportunity for those going on the September trip to get in better shape, famaliarize with the group and try out equipment for the trip. Others invited. Call for more information. 11 1400 Freeman (703)-430-2180 & Mike (703)-590-3188 Saturday, August 12, 1995 $0.00 Call Leader
$5.00 VA Camp
209 Great Falls/Difficult Run D 5 to 6 miles out-and-back hike on the River Trail and Ridge Trail with views of Mather Gorge. We will turn around before reaching Difficult Run Trail. Requires some rock scrambling. You may want to consider bringing your own trek poles. No dogs allowed on this particular hike. 5 300 Audrey Roh 571-969-4657(C) Sunday, February 05, 2012 $5.00 Great Falls Visitor Center/VA 8:30 AM $0.00 GF/VA Hike
210 Yellowstone/Grand Tetons Trip
A trip to the above spectacular National Parks for backpacking, day hiking, photography, camping, car touring and fun. For Additonal details see write up on last page.

Freeman (703)-430-2180 & Mike (703)-590-3188 Tuesday, September 05, 1995
Call Leaders
$0.00 WY Camp
211 Hazel Mountain/Sams Ridge A A difficult 10 mile circuit hike with 2000 foot elevation change in Hazel country. We will pass through hemlock woods, along White Rocks and the scenic Hazel River. 10 2000 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) Sunday, March 23, 1997 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
212 Penmar/AT A A 13.5 mile hike from Maryland to Pennsylvania on the Appalachian Trail. We will begin at Raven Rock Hollow in Maryland and end at Old Forge Road in Pennsylvania. Elevation change 1800'. Car shuttle is required. Driving time to trail head is 70 minutes. 13 1800 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C)
$0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 7:30 AM $12.00 MD/PA Hike
213 Thornton Hollow A A 13.6 mile hike in the Shenandoah National park with 1100 ft of elevation gain. Hike passes old home sites and a cemetery dating from the early 1800s. Recommended for experienced hikers. 14 1100 Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Sunday, October 15, 1995 $10.00 Call Leader 8:00 AM $8.00 SNP Hike
214 Tuscarora Trail Series #9 A Devils Backbone Section-A moderately paced 13.5 mile hike over the Great North Mtn from Lohman Branch to Gore, VA. Enjoy the fall colors while climbing up 1600Æ to the spectacular view from the Pinnacle Rocks where on a clear day the Allegheny Plateau is visible. A car shuttle is required. PATC map L. 13 1600 Bill (703)-256-6735 & Jack (703)-339-6716 Saturday, October 07, 1995 $0.00 Vienna Metro 7:00 AM $16.00 WVA Hike
215 Tuscarora Trail Series #10 A Dresel Wayside Section-A moderately paced 13 mile hike with only 500Æ elevation gain from Gore, VA to Siler, VA. Catch the last of the autumn flowers and fall colors before the winter begins on this relatively easy hike. A car shuttle is required. PATC map L. 13 500 Bill (703)-256-6735 & Jack (703)-339-6716 Saturday, November 04, 1995 $0.00 Vienna Metro 7:00 AM $16.00 WVA Hike
216 Tuscarora Trail Series #11 A Sleepy Creek Section- A moderately paced 14.1 mile hike from near Siler, VA up Sleepy Creek Mtn ending on Shanghai Rd. in WVA. The trail is uphill all the way for a 1200Æ elevation gain through the Sleepy Creek Hunting and Fishing Area. There is a possibility this hike may be rescheduled to avoid encounters with deer hunters. A car shuttle is required. PATC map L. 14 1200 Bill (703)-256-6735 & Jack (703)-339-6716 Saturday, December 02, 1995 $0.00 Vienna Metro 7:00 AM $16.00 WVA Hike
217 SNP Night Hike B About 10 miles along Skyline Drive (out-and-back) in Northern SNP. Elevation gain is about 1,000 feet. Beautiful moonlit views of the Shenandoah Valley (clouds permitting). Moderate pace (3 mi/hr). Bring water, snack, boots, warm clothes and a flashlight. We plan to be back at Centreville by 1 a.m. 10 1000 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Saturday, May 17, 2008 $15.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 6:00 PM $8.00 SNP Hike
218 Yellowstone/Teton Experience
See the picturesque slides from the ClubÆs Grand Tetons and Yellowstone National Park trips and other Club photographs. Optional dinner afterwards in a restaurant in Centreville. Call Mano for directions.

Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Sunday, November 19, 1995
Centreville Library 4:00 PM


219 Crescent Rock/Ashby Hollow A A 10.5 mile hike along the Appalachian Trail near Route 7 and Mt. Weather. Elevation change 2000'. Car shuttle required. 10 2000 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Saturday, May 23, 1998 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 8:00 AM $5.00 VA Hike
220 Bull Run Marina C 5 miles of loop trails along the Bull Run Occoquan River. 5 250 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Sunday, November 19, 1995 $0.00 McCoart Center 10:00 AM $0.00 VA Hike
221 Caledonia State Park/AT A Hike 10 miles on the Appalachian Trail in Pennsylvania. We will hike from the Camp Penn area to Caledonia State Park. Elevation change is 1300. Car shuttle is required. Driving time to trail head is 90 minutes. 10 1300 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) Sunday, May 12, 2002 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 8:00 AM $12.00 PA Hike
222 Michaux State Forest/AT A Hike 11 miles on the Appalachian Trail in Pennsylvania. We will hike from Caledonia State Park north to Shippensburg Road. Elevation change is 1300'. Although this is in Pennsylvania, the drive is no longer than that to central Shenandoah National Park. Car shuttle is required. Driving time to trail head is one hour 45 minutes. 11 1300 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) Saturday, November 23, 1996 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 7:30 AM $13.00 PA Hike
223 C&O Canal/Point of Rocks A Hike 13 scenic miles along the C&O Canal from Point of Rocks to Whites Ferry. At the end of the hike we will return to Virginia via a short ferry ride across the Potomac River. This is the only ferry service remaining on the Potomac between Cumberland, MD and Washington. Car shuttle is required. 13 0 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C)
$0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 8:00 AM $5.00 C&O Hike
224 Brandymore Castle C Eight brisk and invigorating miles along the Four Mile Run in Arlington County, with a visit to the historic Brandymore "Castle". Bring lunch or purchase along the way. Return to start via metro. 8 0 Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Saturday, June 04, 2005 $0.00 East Falls Church Metro 9:00 AM $0.00 VA Hike
225 Algonkian Park D Four easy miles on trails and park roads along the Potomac River. If there is snow on the ground we will convert this outing into a cross-country ski trip. Call leader for ski rental info. 4 0 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Sunday, February 04, 1996 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 10:00 AM $0.00 VA Hike
226 Cedarville State Forest D Six flat miles along a network of trails and dirt roads in the woods. 6 0 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Sunday, March 31, 2002 $0.00 Carderock Rec Area, MD 9:00 AM $4.00 MD Hike
227 Fort Washington D Six easy miles on park trails along the Potomac River. Main attraction is the visit to Fort Washington, a massive masonry fort of the early nineteenth century. 6 0 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Saturday, January 17, 1998 $0.00 Vienna Metro 9:00 AM $4.00 MD Hike
228 Gathland State Park A This is a 10 mile linear hike on the Appalachian Trail in Maryland from Washington Monument State Park to Gathland State Park. Total elevation change is 1500 feet. Car shuttle is required. 10 1500 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Saturday, September 06, 1997 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 MD Hike
229 Tuscarora Trail Series #12 A Sleepy Creek Section- A moderately paced 12.5 mile hike in the West Virginia Sleepy Creek Public Hunting and Fishing Area. Elevation gain of 1000Æ. The hike begins in the Sleepy Creek Campground Registration Area and ends at Spruce Pine Park, off WVA-9, 14 miles west of Martinsburg, WVA. A car shuttle is required. PATC map L Segments 1 and 2. 12 1200 Bill (703)-256-6735 & Jack (703)-339-6716 Saturday, January 06, 1996 $0.00 Vienna Metro 7:00 AM $13.00 WVA Hike
230 Tuscarora Trail Series Final Hike B Potomac Section- The 144 mile Tuscarora Trail series ends at Hancock, MD after an easy 9.5 mile hike mostly on roads. The hike begins at Spruce Pine Park, off WVA-9, 14 miles west of Martinsburg, WVA. A car shuttle is required. PATC map L Segment 1. 9 0 Bill (703)-256-6735 & Jack (703)-339-6716 Saturday, February 03, 1996 $0.00 Vienna Metro 7:30 AM $13.00 WVA Hike
231 Rock Fish Gap to Turks Gap/AT A This is the 1st of a series of once/month south to north hikes on the AT from Rockfish Gap (I-64), the southern entry point of SNP, to Manassas Gap (I-66), 107 trail miles to the north. We will pause on this moderately paced hike from time-to-time to look at the wildflowers on this 12 mile hike with 3000Æ elevation change. 12 3000 Bill (703)-256-6735 & Jack (703)-339-6716 Saturday, March 16, 1996 $5.00 Vienna Metro 7:30 AM $13.00 VA
232 Bull Run/Occoquan Trail B An 11 mile hike over rolling hills along Bull Run and the Occoquan River. Car shuttle required to Hemlock Overlook. Bring your lunch, snacks, and plenty of water. 11 0 Frank Trippett 703-799-0836(W), 202-230-8082(C) Saturday, September 11, 2004 $0.00 Fountainhead Park 8:30 AM $3.00 VA Hike
233 Rose River Bushwhack A A 10.2 mile circuit hike which climbs along the banks of the Rose River then follows Hog Branch to Dark Hollow Falls. We return via Rose River Fire Rd. Elevation gain is 1700. The PATC "Circuit Hike" book describes the river as a "good sized stream which tumbles down ledges and boulders that form falls, cascades, and pools along the route." Some rock scrambling will be necessary. 10 1700 Ray Goelz (703)-323-5311 Sunday, June 29, 1997 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $8.00 SNP Hike
234 Pine Grove Furnace B A moderate circuit hike of 9 miles over a variety of terrain, including a short but steep climb to the summit of Pole Steeple. We will pass two scenic lakes, the mid-point of the Appalachian Trail, and an old smelting furnace. Elevation change is 500'. 9 500 Ray Goelz (703)-323-5311 Sunday, March 24, 1996 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 8:00 AM $13.00 PA Hike
235 A "Wee Tramp Down Under"
Dennis and Joan will describe their experiences hiking and sightseeing in New Zealand. Optional dinner afterwards at a restaurant in Centreville. Call Mano for directions.

Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Sunday, March 31, 1996
Centreville Library 4:00 PM


236 Dogwood Half Hundred A++ The 2000 Dogwood Half Hundred long distance hike will take place in the George Washington National Forest. Both the start and finish will be at Powells Fort Camp and other trails in the Massanutten mountains will be used to form a circuit hike totaling 31 miles configured roughly in a figure 8. An information package and registration form may be obtained by calling the PATC at 703-242-0315 or on the web at: http:/www.patc.net. Registration fee is $25. Deadline is April 7. Limit is 250 applicants. 32
Ric Francke 703-356-2106
$0.00 Powells Fort Camp 6:30 AM $0.00 GWNF Hike
237 SNP-AT Series #2 A This moderately paced 11.6 mile hike from Turk Gap to Browns Gap has a 2200Æ elevation change and should give plenty of opportunity to see a few of the early spring butterflies. Beginners please call to verify fitness. PATC Map 11. Car shuttle required. 11 2200 Bill (703)-256-6735 & Jack (703)-339-6716 Saturday, April 20, 1996 $10.00 Vienna Metro 7:30 AM $19.00 SNP Hike
238 SNP-AT Series #3 A A 12.2 mile moderately hike from Browns Gap to Simmons Gap with a 1800Æ elevation change. Beginners please call to verify fitness. PATC Map 11. Car shuttle is required. 12 1800 Bill (703)-256-6735 & Jack (703)-339-6716 Saturday, May 18, 1996 $10.00 Vienna Metro 7:30 AM $16.00 SNP Hike
239 SNP-AT Series #4 A A 9.6 mile moderately paced hike from Simmons Gap to Swifts Run Gap with a 2000Æ elevation change. Beginners please call to verify fitness. PATC Map 11. Car shuttle is required. 9 2000 Bill (703)-256-6735 & Jack (703)-339-6716 Saturday, June 15, 1996 $10.00 Vienna Metro 7:30 AM $13.00 SNP Hike
240 March for Parks
Celebrate National Trails Day by supporting this fund raising event for Prince William Forest Park, one of the premier hiking areas in Northern Virginia and a frequent destination for NVHC. Call leaders for details.

Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Sunday, June 07, 1998 $5.00


PWFP Hike
241 SNP Night Hike B About 10 miles of hiking under a starry night sky in Central SNP from Skyland to Panorama on Skyline Drive. Optional dinner/snack prior to the hike. Bring a flash light but use it only if you must. Requires a car shuttle. 10
Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Saturday, June 22, 2002 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 6:00 PM $11.00 SNP Hike
242 Outdoor Leadership Workshop
Covering planning, preparation, safety management, and risk assessment, this workshop introduces participants to preventive search and rescue, time control plans, confrontation and intervention, and setting people up for success. Presented by Christopher Tate, Director of the Wilderness Safety Council. Class fee is $75. 10:30 am ¡ 4:30 pm

REI Customer Service (703)-379-9400 Saturday, November 04, 2000
REI Bailey's Crossroads 10:30 AM
VA Hike
243 Hawaii Volcanoes National Park A Witness the tumultuous birth of new land, lava fountains, cinder cones, molten rock meeting the ocean, steaming gaseous vents, moon like landscapes on this backpack trip to the Big Island, Hawaii. Dates are flexible. Call the leader for details.

Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Sunday, May 19, 1996 $0.00 Hawaii

HI Camp
244 Trillium Hike C Hike 8 miles thru the largest stand of trillium on the East Coast, and search for the morel mushroom. Optional visit to a winery. 600 feet elevation gain. Short car shuttle required. 8 600 Ray Goelz (703)-323-5311 Saturday, May 04, 1996 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $8.00 VA
245 White Rocks A A 10 mile circuit hike along the Hazel River and White Rocks Trails. Visit a secluded, off-trail waterfall and large cave. 1300 foot elevation gain. 10 1300 Jeremy Burkes (703)-491-0826(H), (703)-440-1440(W) Saturday, August 03, 2002 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
246 Custis Trail D 4 flat miles in the parks and neighborhoods of Arlington. Return via Metro. 4 0 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Sunday, May 19, 1996 $0.00 East Falls Church Metro 10:00 AM $0.00 VA Hike
247 Camp Hoover-Hazeltop B Beginning at Milam Gap, we will follow a moderately difficult 7.2-mile loop to a falls, to the retreat of a former US president (Camp Hoover), and a return via the Laurel Prong Trail and the AT, which sits astride one of the SNP's highest and most geologically interesting peaks, Hazeltop. 1,532 feet elevation gain. 8 1600 Arleen Levy 202-528-9654(C) Saturday, March 13, 2010 $15.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $12.00 SNP Hike
248 Jones Mtn/Staunton River A+ A strenuous 13 mile circuit hike from BootenÆs Gap on the Laurel Prong, Jones Mountain, and Staunton River trails, with great views at Cat Knob and Bear Church Rock, where we will have lunch. Return over The Sag and the Laurel Prong trail. Elevation change is 3060Æ. 13 3060 Andy Kapfer (703)-978-3673
$10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $13.00 SNP Hike
249 Frogtown B An 8 mile linear hike on the Appalachian Trail from Snickers Gap to the horse training community of Frogtown. Elevation change is 1600'. A car shuttle is required. 8 1600 Andy Kapfer (703)-978-3673 Sunday, March 09, 1997 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $8.00 VA Hike
250 SNP-AT Series #5 A Swift Run Gap to Bootens Gap. The 1996 Appalachian Trail series enters the Central District of SNP with a 11.6 mile moderately paced hike with a 2700Æ climb. Optional climb up Bearfence Mountain with a 270 degree view. Beginners please call to verify fitness. PATC Map 10. Car shuttle is required. 11 2700 Bill (703)-256-6735 & Jack (703)-339-6716 Saturday, July 20, 1996 $10.00 Vienna Metro 7:30 AM $16.00 SNP Hike
251 SNP-AT Series #6 A Bootens Gap to Timber Hollow. A 11.6 mile moderately paced hike on the Appalachian Trail in the Central District of SNP with 2300Æ elevation gain. Optional climb up Hawksbill Mountain, highest point in SNP. Car shuttle is required. 11 2300 Craig & Trish (703)-830-2391(H), (703)-754-5567(W) Saturday, January 30, 1999 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
252 SNP-AT Series #7 A Timber Hollow to Thornton Gap. A 11.2 mile moderately paced hike on the Appalachian Trail in the Central District of SNP with a 2400Æ elevation gain. Optional climb to Marys Rock for one of the most outstanding panoramic views of the entire park. Car shuttle is required. 11 2400 Craig & Trish (703)-830-2391(H), (703)-754-5567(W) Saturday, February 27, 1999 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
253 White Oak Canyon A Experience White Oak Canyon in its winter magnificence on this strenuous 10 mile circuit hike on the premier, scenic trail in the SNP. We will climb White Oak Canyon Trail, walk through the Limberlost, cross over Crescent Rock Trail, and return down Cedar Run Trail. Expect to see spectacular water falls, wide ranging vistas, and magnificent scenery. Elevation gain is 3000'. Park entry fee $5/person. 10 3000 Gene Vivalda 703-802-6426(H) Saturday, December 11, 2010 $5.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $8.00 SNP Hike
254 Annual Camping /Rafting Trip Fun This year we plan to visit the infamous Youghiogheny River in Ohiopyle State Park, PA. Activities will include bicycling, camping, and white water rafting. Canoeing is an option for the less daring. Cost approximately $25 PLUS $50 for rafting. All needed equipment can be rented. Call Mano ASAP for your reservations!

Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Friday, July 11, 1997
Call leader

PA Camp
255 Weverton to Gathland/AT C This is a 7 mile linear hike on the Appalachian Trail in Maryland. Total elevation change is 1000 feet. The hike will begin at Weverton (near Harper's Ferry) and follow the AT along the top of South Mountain until Gathland State Park. Requires a car shuttle. 7 1000 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Saturday, December 01, 2001 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 8:30 AM $8.00 MD Hike
256 Hike Leaders Training
Freeman, Mano and Mike met with various hiking clubs in the area and the participating clubs decided to provide joint hike leader training. This will include first aid, safety and hike leader awareness. A subsequent meeting will also be held at the Blackburn Trail Center, which will probably be an overnight event. More information will be provided to all club hike leaders at a later date.

Freeman Buxton (703)-430-2180 Saturday, September 28, 1996
PATC HQ in Vienna



257 Sherman Gap B This 8 mile circuit hike will begin at Elizabeth Furnace in the George Washington National Forest. We will start on the Sherman Gap trail and return on the Tuscarora Trail. Elevation gain is 1900'. 8 1900 Mike Gingerich 202-370-7957 Sunday, September 06, 2009 $0.00 Vienna Metro 8:00 AM $9.00 GWNF Hike
258 SNP-AT Series #8 A Thornton Gap to Rattlesnake Point. A 10.1 mile moderately paced hike on the Appalachian Trail in the Northern District of Shenandoah National Park with a 2500 foot elevation gain. PATC Map 9. Car shuttle is required. 10 2500 Bill (703)-256-6735 & Jack (703)-339-6716 Saturday, October 19, 1996 $10.00 Vienna Metro 7:30 AM $13.00 SNP Hike
259 SNP-AT Series #9 A Rattlesnake Point to Compton Gap. An 11.8 mile moderately paced hike on the Appalachian Trail in the Northern District of Shenandoah National Park with a 2000 foot elevation gain. Optional 1 mile side trip to Compton Peak and an example of columnar jointing. PATC Map 9. Car shuttle is required. 11 2000 Bill (703)-256-6735 & Jack (703)-339-6716 Saturday, November 16, 1996 $10.00 Vienna Metro 7:30 AM $12.00 SNP Hike
260 Compton Gap A Compton Gap to Manassas Gap. A 14.7 mile moderately paced hike on the Appalachian Trail in the Northern District of Shenandoah National Park with a 1900 foot elevation gain. PATC Map 9. Car shuttle is required. 14 1900 Craig & Trish (703)-830-2391(H), (703)-754-5567(W) Saturday, June 13, 1998 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 7:30 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
261 Wilderness/Spotsylvania Battlefields C Circuit hikes with a total of 9 miles and no elevation change in the Wilderness/Spotsylvania Battlefields. Visit the first two sites of VirginiaÆs new LEE vs. GRANT Civil War Trail. Scenic trails will include trenches in excellent state of preservation. Much of the sites are as they were in 1864. Interpretation of historic events and battle tactics will be provided. Park entry fee is $4/person. 9 0 Andy (703)-978-3673(H) & George (703)-978-6154(H) Saturday, May 04, 2002 $4.00 Woodbridge Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $8.00 VA Hike
262 Lewis /Dark Hollow Falls A This moderate circuit hike will pass three of Shenandoah National Park's waterfalls: Lewis Springs, Rose River, and Dark Hollow and also the Black Rock overlook. The hike consists of 2 climbs, one of 700 feet and another of 1000 feet. The hike is approximately 8 miles. 8 1700 Mark Rietman 703-395-5327(C) Saturday, May 16, 2009 $15.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
263 C&O Canal Walk D A pleasant 6-7 mile walk from the Rosslyn Metro along the C&O Canal in Georgetown and back. Meet just outside the Rosslyn Metro turnstiles. 7 0 Michael Searles (703)-998-7855 Saturday, December 07, 1996 $0.00 Rosslyn Metro Station 10:00 AM $0.00 C&O Hike
264 Raven Rocks /Keys Gap A Moderate 11 mile hike along the AT near Route 7 and Route 9. 1500 ft elevation change. Eat lunch at Blackburn Trail Center. Car shuttle required. 11 1500 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Sunday, November 24, 1996 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 8:30 AM $5.00 VA Hike
265 Great Falls/Difficult Run Trails C Hike about 7 miles through Great Falls Park and Difficult Run trails to Colvin Mill on route 7. Two stream crossings. Bring sandals and walking stick. Prepare to remove shoes. 7 300 Freeman Buxton (703)-430-2180 Sunday, October 13, 1996 $5.00 Great Falls Visitor Center 9:00 AM $0.00 GF/VA Hike
266 Accotink Stream Valley D Explore 6 miles through several suburban parks along Accotink Stream. 8 0 Kristin Nettekoven 703-536-4554(H) Sunday, February 08, 1998 $0.00 Pan-Am Shopping Center 9:00 AM $0.00 VA Hike
267 Quantico Falls Hike B- Come explore the demarcation between the Piedmont Plateau and the Atlantic Coastal Plain that forms the Falls of Quantico Creek on a 9.8 mile hike in Prince William Forest Park. This trail is in the central portion of the park; the greatest expanse of a piedmont forest in the National Park System. Elevation gain 500 feet. Meet at the Pine Grove picnic pavilion: http://sn.im/pwfppinegrove 10 500 Mike Gingerich 202-370-7957 Sunday, January 17, 2010 $5.00 PWFP Pine Grove picnic pavilion 9:30 AM $0.00 PWFP Hike
268 Caledon Natural Area C Hike 7 miles by the Potomac near Fredericksburg in the Caledon Natural Area. This is an eagle breeding ground. We will be spending part of the time bird watching. 7 0 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Sunday, November 10, 1996 $0.00 Woodbridge Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 VA Hike
269 Turkey Trot Hike B This 9.5 mile hike takes you through farmland that has returned to nature in the largest natural park area in the metropolitan Washington area. Although signs of human habitation can be seen, it is now home to a resident population of birds as well as deer and numerous smaller animals. 9 0 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Sunday, November 24, 1996 $5.00 Woodbridge Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $0.00 PWFP Hike
270 South Branch Walk C A pleasant walk along the South Branch with its quiet pools and strips of sandy beach. This 7.4 mile hike also passes through hardwood forests laced with springs, fens and creeks. 7 0 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Sunday, January 25, 1998 $5.00 Woodbridge Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $0.00 PWFP Hike
271 C&O Canal Bike Trip
A two-way bike trip along the C&O Canal near Hancock, MD. Total distance will be 30 level miles at an easy pace (about 8 miles/hour). We will stop for lunch at a restaurant in Hancock, MD, midway through the trip. Helmets and bicycle locks recommended. Call leader in advance. 30 0 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Saturday, October 12, 1996 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 9:00 AM $12.00 C&O Bike
272 Transportation Hike C We will start from East Falls Church Metro station and hike eight level miles on the bike path to National Airport. The last mile of the hike may be done by free shuttle bus. We will return by Metro. We will stop for lunch at one of the nice cafes in picturesque downtown Shirlington (less than $10). Most of the hike is along the pretty ôfour mileö run. Fast pace, 3.5 mph. 8 0 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Sunday, December 12, 1999 $0.00 East Falls Church Metro 10:00 AM $0.00 VA Hike
273 SNP-AT Series #11 A Manassas Gap to Ashby Gap. The Appalachian Trail series continues northward in 1997 with a 12.5 mile moderately paced hike in Northern Virginia with a 2300 foot elevation gain. PATC Map 8. Car shuttle is required. 12 2300 Jack (703)-339-6716 & William (410)-884-9127 Saturday, January 18, 1997 $0.00 Vienna Metro 7:30 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
274 SNP-AT Series #12 A Ashby Gap to Snickers Gap. A 13.8 mile moderately paced hike on the Appalachian Trail in the Northern Virginia with a 1600 foot elevation gain. PATC Map 8. Car shuttle is required. 13 1600 Jack (703)-339-6716 & William (410)-884-9127 Saturday, February 15, 1997 $0.00 Vienna Metro 7:30 AM $9.00 SNP Hike
275 Appalachian Trail from Snickers Gap to Keys Gap A Explore the AT from Snicke’s Gap to Keys Gap not far from the DC area on this north-bound 14 mile hike with 3,000 ft of elevation climb. PATC Map 7. Car shuttle required. 14 2400 Michael Fischetti (703)-771-8559(H) Sunday, October 18, 2009 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 7:30 AM $5.00 VA Hike
276 Great Falls Park/VA C Approx. 6-7 miles out-and-back hike starting on Matildaville Trail, then Ridge Trail, then Difficult Run Trail. When we turn around and go back, instead of Matildaville Trail, we will take Old Carriage Road. Meet at the Visitor Center and look for the hike leader who will have a balloon. Reminder: Today Daylight Savings Ends, so make sure your watch has the correct time. 7 300 Audrey Roh 571-969-4657(C) Sunday, November 06, 2011 $5.00 Visitor Center 9:00 AM $0.00 GF/VA Hike
277 North Valley C A 7.1 mile stroll along the banks of Quantico Creek in the largest Piedmont forest in the National Park System. No significant elevation change. 7 0 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Sunday, January 12, 1997 $5.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $3.00 PWFP Hike
278 High Meadow C A 7.5 mile walk. See old farm and logging roads and a family cemetery in the largest natural park in the Washington area. 7 0 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Sunday, January 16, 2000 $5.00 Woodbridge Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $3.00 PWFP Hike
279 Oak Ridge B A 9.6 mile hike in a hardwood forest which is part of the Chesapeake Bay drainage system. Varied terrain with minimal elevation change. 9 0 Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Sunday, February 22, 1998 $5.00 Woodbridge Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $0.00 PWFP Hike
280 Spring Cleaning Backpacking Trip C This short overnight backpacking trip from Linden, VA to the Denton Shelter (3 miles each way) will provide an opportunity to sort out your gear. Good trip for beginners. Call leader for details. 6
Jamie Keeble (703)-978-3460(H) Saturday, May 20, 2000 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 2:00 PM $5.00 VA Camp
281 Whiteoak Canyon A This is a circuit hike of about 9 miles through two of the deepest and steepest ravines in the Shenandoah National Park. The trail passes six waterfalls as it ascends White Oak Canyon for an elevation gain of 2300 feet. Return will be via Cedar Run. Optional swim near end of hike. Park entry fee is $8/person. 9 2300 Gene Vivalda 703-802-6426(H) Saturday, July 19, 2008 $8.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
282 Land Navigation Class
A three day course that includes basic map and compass training through advanced, off trail, land navigation. course dates are 9/24, 10/14, 10/21. For details contact Mike Gingerich at <mgingerich@doubled.com>

Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Sunday, September 24, 2000
Call leader


Class
283 AT A Keys Gap, VA to Weverton, MD. A 14.2 mile moderately paced hike through Harpers Ferry on the Appalachian and Grant Conway Trails. Shorter 10 mile hike possible for hikers wishing to spend time in historic Harpers Ferry. PATC Map 7. Car shuttle is required. 14 2500 Jack (703)-339-6716 & William (410)-884-9127 Saturday, April 19, 1997 $0.00 Vienna Metro 7:30 AM $11.00 VA Hike
284 AT Series #18 A PA 16 to Caledonia State Park, PA. A moderately paced 14.6 mile hike on the Appalachian Trail with a 1400 foot elevation gain. PATC Map 4. Car shuttle is required. 14 1400 Jack (703)-339-6716 & William (410)-884-9127 Saturday, May 17, 1997 $0.00 Vienna Metro 7:30 AM $13.00 PA Hike
285 SNP Night Hike B An out-and-back hike about 10 miles long with 900 feet of climbing along Skyline Drive in Northern SNP. Dinner watching the sunset at Shenandoah Valley Overlook prior to the hike. Beautiful 270 degree view at halfway point at Gooney Manor Overlook. Bring a flash light but use it only if you must. Also bring jacket or sweater, water, and good hiking boots. 10 900 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Saturday, October 19, 2002 $10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 5:00 PM $8.00 SNP Hike
286 Leesburg Bike Trip
16 almost level miles on the W & O D Trail from Route 28 to Leesburg and back, with a lunch stop in Leesburg. Slow/moderate pace (8-10 miles/hour). Wear helmets! 16 0 Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) Sunday, May 18, 1997 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 10:00 AM $0.00 W&OD Bike
287 Trillium Hike B Join us for a moderate 8 mile hike and enjoy the beauty of nature. We will begin at Sky Meadows State Park and follow the AT to Manassas Gap Shelter. This section of the trail has a large collection of Trilliums as well as numerous morel mushrooms. Car shuttle required. 8 600 Freeman Buxton (703)-430-2180 Sunday, April 27, 1997 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 9:00 AM $8.00 VA Hike
288 Overnight Canoe Trip
Approximately 20 miles of canoeing and one night of primitive camping. Limited number of participants. Must provide own canoeing and camping equipment. Call for details.

Joan & Dennis (703)-383-0233 Saturday, June 21, 1997



VA Water
289 Ashby Gap-Tri-County Tower B Approximate 9 mile hike from Tri-County Tower to Ashby Gap along Appalachian Trail mostly south of Route 50. Many trilliums along the trail. 9 1200 Claire Fromme (703)-273-1782(H) Saturday, May 10, 1997 $0.00 Sterling W&OD Lot 8:00 AM $8.00 VA Hike
290 Compton Gap A Come and test your endurance on this 15 mile hike with an elevation gain of 2700'. We will begin on the Appalachian Trail at Route 522 near Front Royal. We will ascend to Compton Gap and then follow the Dickey Ridge Trail to the northern entrance of Shenandoah National Park. A short car shuttle is required. 15 2700 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) Saturday, July 12, 1997 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $11.00 SNP Hike
291 Dickey Ridge Trail A This is a 9.2 mile hike along the Dickey Ridge Trail in Shenandoah National Park. We will begin at the northern park entrance and hike to Compton Gap. Elevation gain is 2800'. Car shuttle is required. 9 2800 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C)
$10.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $8.00 SNP Hike
292 Hickerson Hollow A This is an 11.5 mile hike with 2500' elevation gain. We will begin on the Appalachian Trail at Route 522 near Front Royal. We will ascend to Compton Gap, follow the Dickey Ridge Trail and return via the Hickerson Hollow Trail. 11 2500 Tom Lutke (703)-922-7372(H), (703)-660-6615(W) Sunday, May 29, 2005 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $8.00 SNP Hike
293 Lands Run Falls - Hickerson Hollow B This is a 9 mile hike with 1800' elevation gain. We will begin at the 4H Center then pick up the Appalachian Trail to the Dickey Ridge Trail. We will then descend Lands Run to see the falls. From there we will return via the Hickerson Hollow Trail. 8 1700 Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) Saturday, February 26, 2011 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $8.00 SNP Hike
294 Christmas Light Walk in North Arlington D Join us for a moderately paced 5 mile walk to view Christmas light displays in the neighborhoods of Arlington. Bring water, jacket, and money for possible snack or dinner stop after the walk. If roads or sidewalks are icy, check with leader to see whether the hike is canceled. We may walk to another metro and metro back so bring money for potential metro ride. Meet near the mailbox at the East Falls Church Metro. 5 0 Nancy Lake (703)-352-9006(H) Sunday, December 14, 2003 $0.00 East Falls Church Metro 5:30 PM $0.00 VA Hike
295 C&O Canal/Zero Mile B Moderate, 10 mile hike on the scenic C&O canal. Wear proper hiking boots and bring plenty of water. Lunch in Georgetown at one of the quaint places near the trail. 10 0 Tina Morris (202)-226-6151 Saturday, April 12, 1997 $0.00 Vienna Metro 9:00 AM $4.00 C&O Hike
296 White Rock Cliff/Little Schloss A An 15.8 mile circuit hike with two spectacular views. Cedar Creek Trail starts the hike. Tuscarora Trail follows with all of the 1400' elevation gain in 2.5 miles. We stop for our first lunch on White Rock Cliff. The rest of the hike across Little Sluice Mtn. Trail is moderate up and down hiking until the final scramble up Little Schloss for lunch #2. We return down Bread Road Trail. 15 1400 Mike Gingerich 703-590-3188 Sunday, April 04, 2004 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 8:00 AM $12.00 GWNF Hike
297 Signal Knob Hike/Cookout/Camp A A 9.8 mile circuit hike on Massanutten Mtn with 2000 foot elevation gain. The high point is Signal Knob. After the hike, we will fire up the grill for an assortment of delicacies at the Elizabeth Furnace campground. Some folks are planning to car camp overnight. Bring your own camping gear. Notify leader to estimate food and tent spaces.Cookout Fee: $6 Camping Fee: $4 Friends & family welcome for cookout and campout. 10 2000 Craig & Trish (703)-830-2391(H), (703)-754-5567(W) Saturday, September 27, 1997 $0.00 Centreville Commuter Lot 9:30 AM $9.00 GWNF Hike
298 AT Series #19 A Caledonia State Park to Woodrow Road, PA. A moderately paced 13.8 mile hike on the Appalachian Trail in PA with a 1700 foot elevation gain. PATC Map 2-3. Car shuttle is required. 13 1700 Jack (703)-339-6716 & William (410)-884-9127 Saturday, August 16, 1997 $0.00 Vienna Metro 7:30 AM $13.00 PA Hike
299 AT Series #18 A PA 16 to Caledonia State Park, PA. A moderately paced 15.3 mile hike on the Appalachian Trail in Pennsylvania with a 1600 foot elevation gain. PATC Map 4. Car shuttle is required. 15 1600 Jack (703)-339-6716 & William (410)-884-9127 Saturday, July 19, 1997 $0.00 Vienna Metro 7:30 AM $12.00 PA Hike
300 AT Series #20 A Woodrow Road to PA94, PA. A moderately paced 14.5 mile hike on the Appalachian Trail in Pennsylvania with a 1200 foot elevation gain. PATC Map 2-3. Car shuttle is required. 14 1200 Jack (703)-339-6716 & William (410)-884-9127 Saturday, September 20, 1997 $0.00 Vienna Metro 7:30 AM $13.00 PA Hike
301 Manassas Battlefield Park D Join us for an enjoyable hike on trails through this historic and beautiful site. Hike is 5-6 (relatively flat) miles. Meet in front of Visitor Center at 11am or Van Dorn Metro at 10am. Park Entry fee is $3/person. 5 0 Michael Searles (703)-998-7855 Saturday, December 12, 1998 $3.00 Van Dorn Metro 10:00 AM $0.00 VA Hike
302 Evening Leg Stretch D Join us for an enjoyable 1 1/2 to 2 hour walk of 4-6 miles through different neighborhoods of Alexandria and Old Town. Meet at the newspaper racks. Joint activity with the Center Hiking Club. 5 0 Michael Searles (703)-998-7855 Wednesday, January 06, 1999 $0.00 Braddock Road Metro 6:30 PM $0.00 VA Hike
303 Evening Leg Stretch D Join us for an enjoyable 1 1/2 to 2 hour walk of 4-6 miles through different neighborhoods of Alexandria and Old Town. Meet at the newspaper racks. Joint activity with the Center Hiking Club. 5 0 Michael Searles (703)-998-7855 Wednesday, February 03, 1999 $0.00 Braddock Road Metro 6:30 PM $0.00 VA Hike
304 Evening Leg Stretch D Join us for an enjoyable 1 1/2 to 2 hour walk of 4-6 miles through different neighborhoods of Alexandria and Old Town. Meet at the newspaper racks. Joint activity with the Center Hiking Club. 5 0 Michael Searles (703)-998-7855 Wednesday, March 03, 1999 $0.00 Braddock Road Metro 6:30 PM $0.00 VA Hike
305 Evening Leg Stretch D See October 1, 1997 writeup. 5 0 Michael Searles (703)-998-7855 Wednesday, October 22, 1997 $0.00 East Falls Church Metro 6:30 PM $0.00 VA Hike
306 Evening Leg Stretch D See October 1, 1997 writeup. This is a joint hike with the Center Hiking Club. 5 0 Michael Searles (703)-998-7855 Wednesday, October 29, 1997 $0.00 East Falls Church Metro 6:30 PM $0.00 VA Hike
307 Capital Crescent Trail C Join us for an enjoyable hike. We will meet by newspaper racks inside Rosslyn Metro station (parking here is difficult). We will hike 8-9 miles in 3-4 hours. About 500 feet gradual gain. Bring money for return on Metro from Bethesda. http://mgingerich.crosswinds.net/hikes/CCT/ 9 350