| C&O - Chesapeake and Ohio Canal | GF - Great Falls (VA or MD) | GWNF - George Washington National Forest |
| MD - Maryland | PWFP - Prince William Forest Park | SNP - Shenandoah National Park |
| VA - Virginia | WVA - West Virginia | PA-Pennsylvania |
Carpool Fee Adjustments
With the steep decline in the price of gasoline, the NVHC Officers have notified the hike leaders to suggest to the volunteer carpool drivers to offer their passengers a 40% reduction to the suggested carpool fee on the NVHC Hiking Schedule.
Due to the volatility of gas prices we do not plan to adjust the rates in the schedule, either online or in print, for the foreseeable future. They will remain at the higher rates.
We may adjust the reduction percent in the future as needed.
| Hike Date | Hike Title | Rating |
Hike Description |
Location | Leader | Meeting Place | Meeting Time | Suggested Carpool Fee | Park Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, January 01, 2010 | Buzzards Rock | B | Got New Year's resolutions? Start the year out right. We will hike the Buzzard Rock trail to Shawl Gap and return. This is an 8 mile hike with about 1500 feet of elevation gain. Along the way, there will be views of Passage Creek and mighty Meneka Peak. The hike is mostly a ridge walk with great views along the way. | GWNF | Gene Vivalda 703-802-6426(H) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 9:00 AM | $9.00 | $0.00 |
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Canceled due to unavailability of
leader Saturday, January 02, 2010 |
Columbia Island | D | An easy 5.7 mile hike at Columbia Island which is located in the Potomac River in Washington, D.C. and is part of the George Washington Memorial Parkway. | DC | Jo Ann Worrell 703 220-4219(C) | Theodore Roosevelt Island parking lot | 8:30 AM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sunday, January 03, 2010 | Burke Lake Park | D | This 5-mile circuit hike features a level walk around a scenic lake. Meet at Burke Lake Park, main entrance. When you enter the park, from the main entrance, take a left and follow that road to the very first parking area. Sign will say Amphitheater, park against the very first row. We will meet in the parking lot. | VA | Lati Taghi 703-425-2820(H) | Burke Lake Park Amphitheater | 10:00 AM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sunday, January 03, 2010 | Sugarloaf Mountain | B | This is an 5.5 mile circuit hike on Sugarloaf Mountain in Maryland. Total elevation change is 990 feet. Sugarloaf Mountain is a conservation/recreation area and is owned and managed by the Stronghold Foundation. We will be taking the Blue-blazed Northern Peaks trail to the White Rock overlook. This trail will show some of the more remote areas of the mountain and some equally stunning vantage points. A monadnock, Sugarloaf has exposed rock. Unlike many of the other mountains in the area, you will find mostly quartzite here, and some metabasalt also. Meet at the main parking area at the base of Sugarloaf Mountain, off Comus Road (Stronghold Mountain entrance parking.) For directions see :http://www.sugarloafmd.com/sl_directions.html | MD | Sylvia Lake 301-503-7954(C) | Sugarloaf Mountain Main Parking | 8:00 AM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Saturday, January 09, 2010 | AT from Compton Gap to Gravel Springs | A |
If Skyline Drive remains
closed, a hike on the Dickey Ridge trail will be substituted. This is a 10 mile hike with 2000' elevation gain. Starting from Compton Gap (Milepost 10.5) in northern SNP, we’ll climb Compton Peak and enjoy the views; hike continues over Mt. Marshall before ending at Gravel Springs. Car shuttle required. |
SNP | Mark Rietman 703-395-5327(C) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 8:00 AM | $11.00 | $10.00 |
| Saturday, January 09, 2010 | Prince William Forest Park | C | A 7 mile hike with 620 feet elevation change in Prince William Forest Park with stream crossings and scenic views. The hike will cover a combination of the South Valley, Turkey Run Ridge and High Meadow Trails. Meet at the PWFP Pine Grove picnic pavilion: http://sn.im/pwfppinegrove | PWFP | Mike Gingerich 202-370-7957 | PWFP Pine Grove picnic pavilion | 9:30 AM | $1.00 | $5.00 |
| Sunday, January 10, 2010 | Rock Creek Series: Shady Grove Metro to Grosvenor Metro | A | About 14 miles of level hiking mostly along the scenic Rock Creek Trail. Fast pace (3.5 mi/hr). Brunch about three-fourths way into the hike at the posh Black Market Bistro in Garret Park. It is somewhat pricey; plan for about $20. Return to Shady Grove Metro by Metro - bring money/fare card. Parking available at both Metro stations. E-mail leader for a Google map. | MD | Mano Malayanur 301-562-3156(H) | Shady Grove Metro, outside the fare gates | 8:30 AM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sunday, January 10, 2010 | North Valley to Turkey Run | D | A 6 mile circuit hike through gently rolling wooded terrain along Quantico creek past the old pyrite mine and down Turkey Run Ridge. Provides a quiet walk through nature in this Piedmont forest of the Quantico Creek watershed. Meet at the Prince William Visitor Center back parking lot - go straight back after turning left into lot. | PWFP | Mac McPherson 703-590-1442(H) | Prince William Visitor Center | 9:45 AM | $0.00 | $5.00 |
| Saturday, January 16, 2010 | Balls Bluff/Red Rock | C | Hike up to 10 miles through Red Rock Wilderness Overlook and Balls Bluff Battlefield Regional Parks. See rolling forest, the Potomac River and the site of the largest Civil War battle in Loudoun County, VA in the midst of ever more development. Meet in the parking lot of Red Rock Wilderness Park off of Edwards Ferry Road outside Leesburg. | VA | Meghan Dougherty 910-619-5243(C) | Red Rock Wilderness Park | 9:00 AM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Saturday, January 16, 2010 | Waterfall and Wild Flower Series | A | A 13 mile circuit hike on White Oak Canyon, Appalachian and Cedar Run trails with a side trip up to Hawksbill Peak. Elevation gain about 3600 feet. If the weather has been cold during the week we should see ice formations on the falls. Optional short bushwhack down to a few falls. We may see an early blooming hepatica. PATC Map 10. | SNP | Jack Thorsen (703)-339-6716 | Oakton Shopping Center Rt. 123 | 7:30 AM | $8.00 | $5.00 |
| Sunday, January 17, 2010 | Burke Lake Park | D | This 5-mile circuit hike features a level walk around a scenic lake. Meet at Burke Lake Park, main entrance. When you enter the park, from the main entrance, take a left and follow that road to the very first parking area. Sign will say Amphitheater, park against the very first row. We will meet in the parking lot. | VA | Lati Taghi 703-425-2820(H) | Burke Lake Park Amphitheater | 10:00 AM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sunday, January 17, 2010 | 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 | PWFP | Mike Gingerich 202-370-7957 | PWFP Pine Grove picnic pavilion | 9:30 AM | $0.00 | $5.00 |
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Saturday, January 23, 2010 |
Jeremy’s Run-Neighbor Mountain Training Hike #1 for the Hyner Challenge |
A |
A
14 mile hike with 2500 feet of elevation gain.
We will start along Jeremy's Run, climb Neighbor Mountain, take the AT
to Jeremys Run and return to our starting point in Rileyville. Same hike as originally scheduled but no longer part of the Hyner Challenge training. Substitute leader Mark Reitman.
|
SNP |
Mark Rietman 703-395-5327(C) Gene Vivalda 703-802-6426(H) |
Centreville Commuter Lot | 8:00 AM | $11.00 | $0.00 |
| Saturday, January 23, 2010 | 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. | GWNF | Arleen Levy 202-528-9654(C) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 8:00 AM | $11.00 | $0.00 |
| Sunday, January 24, 2010 | Bull Run Conservancy | C | A 6.2 mile circuit hike with 850 feet of elevation gain. A moderate hike past a 1742 grain mill including a gradual uphill hike along the ridge. We will descend Ridge Loop trail to the Quarry trail past the old quarry. | VA | Mac McPherson 703-590-1442(H) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 9:00 AM | $3.00 | $0.00 |
| Saturday, January 30, 2010 | Manassas National Battlefield Park | D | Join us for a 5-6 mile hike at Manassas National Battlefield Park. We will hike through meadows, woods, and swamps. Meet in front of the Visitor Center. Park Entry fee is $3/person. | VA | George Heavey 703-402-5067(H) | Visitor Center | 9:00 AM | $0.00 | $3.00 |
| Saturday, January 30, 2010 | Sky Meadows | C | A 7 mile hike on most of the trails in the Park and reaching the junction of the AT elevation gain 1200 feet. | VA | Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 8:00 AM | $5.00 | $4.00 |
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Rescheduled to March 20 due to
weather and trail conditions Sunday, January 31, 2010 |
Shenandoah River State Park | B | This hike along the south fork of the Shenandoah River offers many beautiful views of the river and the Massanutten Mountains to the west. We will hike about 9 miles of the 13 miles of trail within the Shenandoah River State Park network, and will have a total elevation gain of about 1000 feet or less. | VA | Emeline Otey 202-462-7049(H) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 8:00 AM | $8.00 | $3.00 |
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Rescheduled to March 20 due to
weather and trail conditions Sunday, January 31, 2010 |
Burke Lake Park | D | This 5-mile circuit hike features a level walk around a scenic lake. Meet at Burke Lake Park, main entrance. When you enter the park from the main entrance, take a left and follow that road to the very first parking area. Sign will say Amphitheater, park against the very first row. We will meet in the parking lot. | VA | Dave Gibson 703-919-7956(C) | Burke Lake Park Amphitheater | 1:00 PM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sat.-Sun., February 06-07, 2010 | 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 $200. More information and registration at: http://wfa.net | VA | Chris Tate 703-836-8905 | Call leader | TBD | $0.00 | $0.00 |
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Canceled based on the weather
forecast Saturday, February 06, 2010 |
Keys Gap to Blackburn Trail Center | A | A thirteen mile out and back hike from Keys Gap to Blackburn trail center along the Appalachian trail in Northern Virginia, stopping at the David Lesser Shelter with a side trip to Blackburn Trail Center. Elevation gain of approximately 1000 feet. | VA | Todd Birkenruth 703-262-0340(H) | Sterling W&OD Lot | 8:00 AM | $7.00 | $0.00 |
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Canceled based on the weather
forecast Saturday, February 06, 2010 |
Fox Farm - Snead Farm Loop | C | This 5 mile figure-of-eight circuit hike starts from the Dickey Ridge Visitor's Center in the north of the park, between mile posts 4 and 5. There are many signs of the former farms, to include cemeteries, rock fences, rock piles and foundations. Elevation change of approximately 1000 feet. | SNP | Mark Rietman 703-395-5327(C) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 9:00 AM | $10.00 | $10.00 |
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Canceled based on the weather
forecast Sunday, February 07, 2010 |
High Meadows/South Valley/Oak Ridge | C | An 8 mile circuit hike past the old Taylor farm, along Quantico creek, past the dam and Oak Ridge campgrounds and along the fire road back to the parking lot. | PWFP |
Mac
McPherson 703-590-1442(H) Dane Luck 703-850-3266(C) |
Turkey Run Ridge Group Campground Parking Lot | 9:45 AM | $0.00 | $5.00 |
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Canceled based on trail conditions Saturday, February 13, 2010 |
Catoctin Mountain National Park | C | A 5 mile loop to take in some nice views and a waterfall (Cunningham Falls/Hog Rock/Blue Ridge Summit). Elevation gain 700 feet. | MD | Meghan Dougherty 910-619-5243(C) | Sterling W&OD Lot | 9:00 AM | $10.00 | $0.00 |
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Rescheduled to Feb. 27 due to
trail conditions Saturday, February 13, 2010 |
Rock Creek Series: Grosvenor Metro to Van Ness Metro | B+ | About 12 miles of level hiking mostly along the scenic Rock Creek Trail. Fast pace (3.5 mi/hr). Side trips to visit the Mormon LDS temple and the trestle bridge over Rock Creek. Late lunch after the hike at an area restaurant near Van Ness/UDC. Return to Grosvenor Metro by Metro - bring money or fare card. Parking available at Grosvenor Metro. E-mail leader for a Google map. | MD | Mano Malayanur 301-562-3156(H) | Grosvenor Metro, outside the fare gates | 8:30 AM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
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Canceled based on trail conditions Sunday, February 14, 2010 |
Burke Lake Park | D | This 5-mile circuit hike features a level walk around a scenic lake. Meet at Burke Lake Park, main entrance. When you enter the park,, from the main entrance, take a left and follow that road to the very first parking area, sign will say Amphitheater, park against the very first row. We will meet in the parking lot. | VA | Lati Taghi 703-425-2820(H) | Burke Lake Park Amphitheater | 10:00 AM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
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Canceled based on trail conditions Sunday, February 14, 2010 |
Rosaryville State Park | C | Join us for a 7.2 mile hike in beautiful Rosaryville State Park. The trail is slightly hilly and muddy in places so bring sturdy shoes, plenty of water, and a light snack. We will hike at a moderate to fast past. | MD | Melaina Sharpe 301-254-8570 | Branch Ave. Metro Station, Maryland | 10:00 AM | $3.00 | $4.00 |
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Canceled based on trail conditions Saturday, February 20, 2010 |
Waterfall and Wild Flower Series | A | A 12-mile circuit hike with a difficult tough 1.6-mile bushwhack to Miller Head Falls. The hike will include a climb to Hawksbill and the upper falls on White Oak Canyon. Total elevation gain is 4200 feet. A shorter option is possible. This will be the most challenging waterfall hike of the series. | SNP | Jack Thorsen (703)-339-6716 | Oakton Shopping Center Rt. 123 | 7:30 AM | $10.00 | $10.00 |
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Canceled based on trail conditions Saturday, February 20, 2010 |
Hickerson Hollow | B | This is an 7 mile hike with 1200' elevation gain. We will begin on the Appalachian Trail in Harmony Hollow. We will ascend to Compton Gap, follow the Dickey Ridge Trail and return via the Hickerson Hollow Trail. | SNP | Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 8:00 AM | $8.00 | $0.00 |
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Canceled based on trail conditions Sunday, February 21, 2010 |
Manassas Gap to Mosby Campsite | B | A 10 mile hike along the AT south of I-66. This is an in and out hike starting at Manassas Gap with about 1500 feet of elevation with good winter views of Shenandoah valley. | VA | Arleen Levy 202-528-9654(C) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 8:00 AM | $5.00 | $0.00 |
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Canceled based on trail conditions Sunday, February 21, 2010 |
Occoquan Regional Park | D | A moderate 5-6 mile hike from town of Occoquan to Occoquan Regional Park with short climb to scenic view. Meet in front of the Tourist Center in the old town of Occoquan. Lunch in Occoquan after the hike (optional). | VA | Jo Ann Worrell 703 220-4219(C) | Occoquan Tourist Center | 8:30 AM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
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Canceled due to unavailability of
leader Saturday, February 27, 2010 |
Training Hike #2 for the Hyner Challenge | A | See January 23rd hike for description of Hyner Challenge. This is a double climb of 14/15 miles with about 4000 feet of elevation gain. We will start at the Old Rag parking lot, take the Weakley Hollow Road to the Robertson Mt trail for our first climb, follow the Corbin Mountain and Indian Run Trails to our second climb of the Corbin Canyon Cutoff Trail and return via the Nicholson Hollow Trail. This is a very rugged climb and is recommended only for experienced hikers and those training for the Hyner Challenge. Park entry fee $8/person. | SNP | Gene Vivalda 703-802-6426(H) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 7:30 AM | $11.00 | $5.00 |
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Rescheduled from Feb. 13 Saturday, February 27, 2010 |
Rock Creek Series: Grosvenor Metro to Van Ness Metro | B+ | About 12 miles of level hiking mostly along the scenic Rock Creek Trail. Fast pace (3.5 mi/hr). Side trips to visit the Mormon LDS temple and the trestle bridge over Rock Creek. Late lunch after the hike at an area restaurant near Van Ness/UDC. Return to Grosvenor Metro by Metro - bring money or fare card. Parking available at Grosvenor Metro. E-mail leader for a Google map. | MD | Mano Malayanur 301-562-3156(H) | Grosvenor Metro, outside the fare gates | 8:30 AM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Saturday, February 27, 2010 | Urban Woodland Circuit | D | A 5.2 mile circuit hike from Fletcher's boathouse through Wesley Heights and Glover Park to the C&O canal towpath. The trail winds through the stream-lined forests of northwest Washington. Meet at at Fletcher's parking lot (near the arched bridge). | DC | Nancy Benco 202-363-1639(H) | Fletcher's Boathouse | 8:30 AM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
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Added Hike Saturday, February 27, 2010 |
Snow Lovers Special |
A | We will attempt a 5-12 mile hike from the Old Rag parking lot along the Weakley Hollow Road to the Old Rag Fire Road. Along the way, we will examine other trails to determine their hiking worthiness. Thus you are invited on a hike of undetermined length, unknown elevation gain and questionable accessibility. Reports from last week indicate that Weakley Hollow Road has been hiked, however, it is likely snow covered, wet, and slippery. Since it will be the easiest trail we will hike, only strong hikers with willing, adventuresome personalities are invited. Brotch@aol.com | SNP | Gene Vivalda 703-802-6426(H) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 8:00 AM | $11.00 | $5.00 |
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Canceled based on trail conditions Sunday, February 28, 2010 |
Lake Accotink | D | This is a leisurely 4-mile hike on the flat terrain around Lake Accotink. Northbound Backlick Road, left on Highland Street, and follow this to the park. Meet in front of the falls, which is on your left as soon as you enter the park. | VA | Dave Gibson 703-919-7956(C) | In front of falls | 1:00 PM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
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Canceled based on trail conditions Sunday, February 28, 2010 |
Trail Maintenance Work Trip | Fun | We will make our first visit since late fall to the Three Top Mountain section of the Tuscarora Trail to see what winter has brought. We will remove broken limbs and other debris from the trail, cut blowdowns that are small enough not to require a chainsaw, and identify other tasks needed to keep the trail in good shape. I will bring tools and work gloves for everyone, but each worker needs to their own bring water, snacks, and lunch. Please let me know by FRIDAY evening if you can join us so I will know how many tools and other supplies we will need. | GWNF | Emeline Otey 202-462-7049(H) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 8:00 AM | $12.00 | $0.00 |
| Saturday, March 06, 2010 | 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. | GWNF | Todd Birkenruth 703-262-0340(H) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 8:00 AM | $9.00 | $0.00 |
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Canceled based on trail conditions Saturday, March 06, 2010 |
Blue Mountain Hike | B | This 7-mile loop hike in the Richard Thompson Wildlife Management Area follows a rolling section of the AT known for its trillium in May, with lunch overlooking Lake Thompson. Elevation gain 800 feet. | VA | Frank Trippett 703-799-0836(W), 202-230-8082(C) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 8:00 AM | $6.00 | $0.00 |
| Sat.-Sun., March 06-07, 2010 | 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 $200. More information and registration at: http://wfa.net | VA | Chris Tate 703-836-8905 | Call leader | TBD | $0.00 | $0.00 |
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Added Hike
Sunday, March 07, 2010
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Burke Lake Park | D | This 5-mile circuit hike features a level walk around a scenic lake. Meet at Burke Lake Park, main entrance. When you enter the park, from the main entrance, take a left and follow that road to the very first parking area. Sign will say Amphitheater, park against the very first row. We will meet in the parking lot. | VA | Lati Taghi 703-425-2820(H) | Burke Lake Park Amphitheater | 11:00 AM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
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Canceled based on trail conditions Sunday, March 07, 2010 |
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. | SNP |
Dane Luck 703-850-3266(C) Mac McPherson 703-590-1442(H) |
Centreville Commuter Lot | 8:00 AM | $15.00 | $15.00 |
| Sunday, March 07, 2010 | Quarterly Social | D/Fun | All club members and guests are welcome to join a social to hobnob with fellow hikers. A short hike along Four Mile Run will be followed by a Happy Hour at an area restaurant close to Ballston Metro. Everyone pays for their drinks and snacks - bring cash. Return to the starting point (East Falls Church) by Metro. No need to register in advance; just show up. | VA | Mano Malayanur (301)-562-3156(H) | East Falls Church Metro | 5:00 PM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
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Canceled based on the weather
forecast Saturday, March 13, 2010 |
Manassas Gap to Mosby Campsite Camp Hoover-Hazeltop |
B |
A 10 mile hike along the AT south of I-66. This is an in and out hike
starting at Manassas Gap with about 1500 feet of elevation with good
winter views of Shenandoah valley. 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. |
VA SNP |
Arleen Levy 202-528-9654(C) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 8:00 AM |
$5.00 $12.00 |
$0.00 $15.00 |
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Canceled based on the weather
forecast Saturday, March 13, 2010 |
US National Arboretum | C | The US National Arboretum is one of the city’s finest outdoor treasures. This is a 7.3 mile hike with 600 foot elevation change. | DC | Jo Ann Worrell 703 220-4219(C) | R Street Arboretum gate entrance | 8:30 AM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
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Canceled based on the weather
forecast Saturday, March 13, 2010 |
Manassas National Battlefield Park | D | Join us for a 5-6 mile hike at Manassas National Battlefield Park. We will hike through meadows, woods, and swamps. Meet in front of the Visitor Center. Park Entry fee is $3/person. | VA | George Heavey 703-402-5067(H) | Visitor Center | 9:00 AM | $0.00 | $3.00 |
| Sunday, March 14, 2010 | Patapsco Valley | B | This 9-mile hike will explore a portion of one of Maryland’s largest state parks – Patapsco Valley, which stretches across three counties. Our route climbs up and down the large hill at McKeldin several times and includes a visit to scenic McKeldin Falls. Total elevation gain is about 1500 feet. | MD | Emeline Otey 202-462-7049(H) | Carderock Rec Area, MD | 8:00 AM | $10.00 | $2.00 |
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Rescheduled from Jan. 31 Saturday, March 20, 2010 |
Burke Lake Park | D |
This 5-mile circuit hike features a level walk around a scenic lake.
Meet at Burke Lake Park, main entrance. When you enter the park from the
main entrance, take a left and follow that road to the very first
parking area. Sign will say Amphitheater, park against the very first
row. We will meet in the parking lot.
|
VA | Dave Gibson 703-919-7956(C) | Burke Lake Park Amphitheater | 1:00 PM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
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Rescheduled from Jan. 31 Saturday, March 20, 2010 |
Shenandoah River State Park | B |
This hike along the south fork of the Shenandoah River offers many
beautiful views of the river and the Massanutten Mountains to the west.
We will hike about 9 miles of the 13 miles of trail within the
Shenandoah River State Park network, and will have a total elevation
gain of about 1000 feet or less.
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VA | Emeline Otey 202-462-7049(H) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 8:00 AM | $8.00 | $3.00 |
| Saturday, March 20, 2010 | Massanutten Mtn Trail Work Trip | C | Get out in the brisk late winter air and help maintain our trails, while doing some light trail maintenance. Starting from Edinburg Gap, we will work at an easy pace along a 2.6 mile segment of the Massanutten Mountain Trail going up and over Waonaze Peak. Elevation gain is 1200’. It will take about 4 hrs to cover the trail, out and back. Tools are supplied, bring your lunch and drinks. | GWNF | Mark Rietman 703-395-5327(C) | Call leader | 9:00 AM | $5.00 | $0.00 |
| Saturday, March 20, 2010 | Waterfall and Wild Flower Series | A | A 14.5 mile circuit hike on eastern side of Doubletop Mountain and Graves Mountain on the Chapman Mountain, Hunter, Doubletop and Graves Mountain Trails. There will be a short bushwhack down to and back from a small waterfall. There is a 9.2 mile option. The 1500 feet climb up the Hunter Trail in 1.1 miles will be a challenge. Total Elevation gain will be about 4100 feet. PATC Map 10. | SNP | Jack Thorsen (703)-339-6716 | Oakton Shopping Center Rt. 123 | 7:30 AM | $8.00 | $0.00 |
| Sunday, March 21, 2010 | Tuscarora - Three Top Mountain | A | On this 12 mile hike we will begin on the Tuscarora Trail outside of Toms Brook, VA. We will hike through farm pasture land and then climb to the top of Three Top Mountain where we will traverse the ridge and connect with the Massanutten Trail. We will follow the Massanutten Trail for a couple of miles along a dirt road and have lunch at the Strasburg reservoir. Elevation gain 2100'. | GWNF | Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920(C) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 8:00 AM | $10.00 | $0.00 |
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Rescheduled to March 28 Sunday, March 21, 2010 |
Rock Creek Series: Van Ness Metro to Rosslyn Metro | C | About 9 miles of level hiking along the scenic Rock Creek Trail and the Potomac River. Side trips to the Kennedy Center, the start of the C&O Canal, and the Georgetown waterfront. Moderate pace (2.5 - 3 mi/hr). Lunch at a restaurant in Georgetown - plan for about $20. Return to Van Ness Metro by Metro - bring money or fare card. Parking not available at either Metro station, although there are lots nearby. | MD | Mano Malayanur 301-562-3156(H) | Van Ness Metro, outside the fare gates | 10:00 AM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
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Added Hike Saturday, March 27, 2010 |
South River Falls & Pocosin Mission Trail | A | A 10 mile circuit hike that passes by ruins of the old Pocosin Mission church and cemetery and winds up at the foot of South River Falls (83 feet). Hike begins at the South River Picnic Area located at Skyline Drive MP 62.8 in the Central section of Shenandoah National Park. Elevation gain is 1800’. | SNP | Emeline Otey 202-462-7049(H) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 8:00 AM | $13.00 | $15.00 |
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Canceled due to unavailability of
leader Saturday, March 27, 2010 |
Training Hike #3 for the Hyner Challenge | A | See January 23rd hike for description of Hyner Challenge. This is a triple climb of 17 miles and 4000-5000 feet of elevation gain. We will start at the Old Rag Parking lot, climb about 1000 feet up Old Rag Mountain, return to Weakley Hollow Road and climb Robertson Mt twice. That's right, twice. This is a climb that the leader might not finish, so experienced hikers and those training for the Hyner Challenge only, please. Park entry fee $8/person. | SNP | Gene Vivalda 703-802-6426(H) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 7:00 AM | $11.00 | $8.00 |
| Sunday, March 28, 2010 | South Run-Lake Mercer Loop | D | A 4.1 mile easy circuit hike mostly along rolling paved bike trail but includes a stretch of gravel road and 0.5 mile on blazed woodland trail. Meet at trailhead near lacrosse practice building behind main recreation center, located on Fairfax Co. Parkway (Route 7100) just south of Lee Chapel Rd. | VA | Dave Gibson 703-919-7956(C) | South Run Recreation Center | 9:00 AM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sunday, March 28, 2010 | Raven Rocks | C | This is a 5.5 mile out and back hike with a 1400' elevation gain. The hike is entirely on the AT and ends at Raven Rocks, a popular area with rock climbers. | VA | Dane Luck 703-850-3266(C) | Centreville Commuter Lot | 8:00 AM | $5.00 | $0.00 |
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Rescheduled from March 21 Sunday, March 28, 2010 |
Rock Creek Series: Van Ness Metro to Rosslyn Metro | C | About 9 miles of level hiking along the scenic Rock Creek Trail and the Potomac River. Side trips to the Kennedy Center, the start of the C&O Canal, and the Georgetown waterfront. Moderate pace (2.5 - 3 mi/hr). Lunch at a restaurant in Georgetown - plan for about $20. Return to Van Ness Metro by Metro - bring money or fare card. Parking not available at either Metro station, although there are lots nearby. | MD | Mano Malayanur 301-562-3156(H) | Van Ness Metro, outside the fare gates | 10:00 AM | $0.00 | $0.00 |