Conditioning Hike-1 (10.5 miles Mod. /strenuous).

We will hike the Mountain to Sea trail from the Folk Art Center to Craven Gap and back (10.5 miles). The 1st 3 miles of this hike has progressive ups and downs, leading to a steady up hill climb to the top of the mountain above the Haw Creek overlook (strenuous). The remaining 7 miles are moderate with gentler ups and downs and one strenuous section for about 15 minutes. We keep a brisk pace (3-3 1/2 hours).

Trail Runners welcome. You can walk the first half or 5 1/4 miles out and run back on your own while we walk back. (about 2 1/2 hours).

GPS data: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/463556130