About us
We love the Great Outdoors and explore it through many different hikes, backpacking tours and skiing events.
Join us on the trails in the mountains, the forests and the woods. Breathe deeply of the fresh air and feel nature's healing powers. With easy banter, camaraderie, some socializing over food and drink, all in our world will be ok.
We value fellowship and camaraderie, practice good hiking etiquette by taking breaks as necessary, and have one guide in front with a "sweeper" in the back in order to leave no hiker alone. We are very supportive of each other, focus on trail safety, and practice Leave No Trace ethics.
The club has a $5 annual membership fee, payable at the end of a 30-day free trial.
Prospective members must confirm they have read the BMHC Etiquette before being accepted into the club.
Blue Mountain Hiking Club Organizers are not professional guides. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were hiking alone. With your RSVP you agree with the following.
DISCLAIMER/Liability Waiver: The Blue Mountain Hiking Club (BMHC) and its Leaders and Organizers/Participants do not take responsibility for any harm, bodily injury, accidents, or damage to personal property. By clicking “Attend” you are confirming that you understand that all outdoor activity such as hiking, backpacking, and trekking have an associated danger, and you will not hold any hike leader/organizer, participant, BMHC member, or any group associated pet responsible for any hazard to your well being. You are fully responsible for yourself and any person under the age of eighteen you bring with you on any hike or event.
Upcoming events
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Half Moon Mtn via Bucktail Trail Loop
Location not specified yetThis loop trail offers hikers a great view from the top of Half Moon Mountain which lies south of Wardensville, WV. It's makes a 15-16 kilometer (9.8 mile) clockwise circuit around Halfmoon Mtn with 611 meters (2005 feet) of elevation gain. it is considered moderately strenuous.
Halfmoon Mtn via Bucktail Trail Loop
We will start in the parking lot off Trout Run Road (39.0139 / -78.6636) and hike east along the Bucktail Trail. Eventually the Bucktail Trail intersects with the German Wilson Trail, which is a steep upward climb as we head south on it. After about one mile, we encounter the Halfmoon Lookout Trail and its another 0.8 kilometers (1/2 mile) to the top of Halfmoon Mtn. We return down the mountain on Halfmoon Lookout Trail for nearly 0.8 kilometer (1/2 mile) until the trail intersects with Halfmoon Trail and we take a right turn onto Halfmoon Trail and follow it for about 1.6 kilometers (1 mile) until the Bucktail Cutoff Trail. The Bucktail Cutoff Trail is the last leg of the hike, and leads us back to the parking area.
Rehydration will be a tailgate affair. Bring something on which to sit, to eat and to drink for an hour or so of après-hike relaxation.
NOTES:
1. Scheduling is subject to weather conditions. If the weather on the hike day is unsuitable, we will postpone the hike.
2. Trail names are all quite similar and it will be important to know where we are and which turns to make for the route that leads back to the vehicles.
3. Minimize the number and amount of valuables that you leave in your vehicle while hiking. The possibility of theft from vehicles is small, but there is no need for unnecessary risks.28 attendees
White Grass Cross-Country Ski Trip or downhill at Canaan or Timberline slopes
Location not specified yetJoin us for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, or downhill, with Happy Hours in my motel room, followed by dinner at local restaurants. Lasting memories are made on these trips.
My cell number is 540.424.6187.The comments section will flesh out details as we move forward.
The weather out in Canaan Valley is good and getting better. If the frigid, snowy stuff holds, this might be one of the best skiing opportunities of the season.
Ski Slopes:
White Grass
Canaan Valley Slopes
TimberlineLodging:
Alpine Lodge $109 per night, no senior discount.
Blackwater Falls Lodge $170 per night, 10% senior discount.
See White Grass website for the link to additional lodging.12 attendees
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