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Hey all,

One of our members, Victoria, is one of the 40 chosen by the Breast Cancer Fund to climb Mt. Shasta in June. Lets show some support by donating $5 to the hike. All money collected will be sent to support the Breast Cancer Fund’s work. If you have questions Victoria will be at the hike to answer them. I would prefer not to carry too much cash on the hike, so Paypal is activated for your convenience. Please pay before the hike.

If you would like to show individual support, please go to Victoria's website for donation:
https://www.kintera.o...

Weather is looking great (60's) on Sunday so come join our group's largest hike yet. Its a bummer that Jayne won't be able to join us due to family matter. Lou will be co-leader of the hike. I can't wait to meet new faces and see old friends.

-Lin

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Be @ Turkey Run Parking Lot C1 before 10:00 am to begin hiking POTOMAC HERITAGE TRAIL just off George Washington Parkway between Roosevelt Island & 495

Come one, Come all toD.C. Metro's largest Hike ever. After a year of coaxing Lin to join me on a hike, she has marked her calendar. TOOOOOOOO encourage her attendance many of the assistant organizers are joining us AND we hope you will too!! Here's your chance to meet those who volunteer their time to provide you wonderful hikes throughout the year!!

This event is for any hiking level We'll first hike to 495 & back to the parking lot -- 4 miles (2ish hours). For those not yet tired, we'll head towards Roosevelt Island parking lot increasing speed, decreasing the breaks. I've yet to make it all the way to Roosevelt Island & back -- maybe this time.

http://www.nps.gov/ar... Most of the route is fairly level, with short, steep ascents and descents. The many streams are crossed by stepping on rocks; they can be muddy year round. In every season of the year, this trail offers hikers a tranquil walk through the "wilderness" inside the Beltway.

$0 Park Entrance, $0 Parking Ah, a chance to donate more to charity

Directions www.google.com Your location to Turkey Run Recreation Area .
Turkey Run Parking Lot C1 is between 495 & Roosevelt Island just off George Washington Memorial Parkway. It's closer to 495 and is accessible from both the north & south. DO NOT TAKE POLICE STATION EXIT. Take Turkey Run Park exit to the first parking lot.

Weather: I have never canceled a hike but if I do I will post cancellation the evening before http://weather.weathe...

Hiking Boots or sturdy shoes are always recommended

Public Restrooms are closed till April, but there are lots of trees

No Dogs Please honor my request due to the large # expected

Difficulty Anyone can do the shorter hike....the length, pace and # of stops for the longer hike add to the difficulty

Miles: 4 miles (2ish hours) to 495 & back; then up to 16 miles round trip to Roosevelt Island but it's easy to turn around at any point

Hiking Stick: Often I'm the only one, but I trip easily

Water: Suggest @ least a bottle

Food: Protein bars, fruit, etc.

Camera: But of course!!

Humor: An absolute must

Amy's Human Pyramid Photo: Amy's coming & promised an even greater photo!!!