White Rocks and Prospect Point Brewing (7.4 miles, 1,066 feet, strenuous)
Details
Join us for an out-and-back hike along the Appalachian Trail, starting at Gathland State Park. We will head north to the White Rock overlook, which has nice views, and then turn around at Lamb’s Knoll. Gathland State Park is home to the world’s only memorial to journalists who died in battle. It also has restrooms and no entrance fee.
Difficulty: Expect some rolling hills and rocky terrain but no super-strenuous elevation. Consider your hiking abilities and reach out to the host if you have questions. We expect to move at a 2.5mph pace, with breaks for water and food. We’ll adjust the pace if it is a very hot day.
Brewery: After the hike we will head to Prospect Point Brewing, a farm brewery near Frederick that has rotating food trucks.
Gear: Please prepare for a warm day and bring a hat, sunscreen, and plenty of liters of water. Wear sturdy hiking shoes. Consider bug repellent. Please bring snacks and a lunch.
Meeting point: Gathland State Park, 900 Arnoldtown Rd, Jefferson Md
CARPOOLING:
We encourage those with cars to be willing to carpool - you're the ones who make LMH great!
If you're a driver that is willing to drive, please post a comment on the event page with the following information:
(1) Number of seats
(2) Meeting location
(3) Meeting time
As a rider, please comment on the driver's post to take a seat or post in the comments that you need a ride so a driver can find you. Riders are encouraged to help their driver out with the cost of gas.
By signing up for this event, you acknowledge and agree that Late Morning Hikers, its volunteer organizers, and drivers who volunteer to carpool are not responsible or liable for accidents, injuries, damage, or losses that may occur while traveling to or from the hike. Late Morning Hikers does not condone or encourage impaired driving. Drivers are expected to follow applicable laws and make responsible transportation choices.
We look forward to hiking with you!
BACKGROUND INFO ABOUT LMH: Please remember that this group is an informal group of friends and volunteers initiating trips under the common adventurer model (http://www.ronwatters.com/CADefine.htm). We do expect our members to be familiar with the best practices of hiking. This is not a group for first time hikers and is NOT a group for those seeking hiking instruction.
We are also not professionals, nor are we trained hike leaders, nor do we scout out hikes. We plan hikes for fun. You are responsible for your own welfare and safety at all LMH events. Be sure to choose to attend hikes only within your own physical abilities and and hiking knowledge; take maps, suitable clothing, provisions (at least two liters of water plus any food or medical supplies you might require) and equipment, and act responsibly and safely at all times.
Act responsibly and safely: if you ever believe you may be lost, follow the advice of the US Forest Service (https://www.fs.fed.us/visit/know-before-you-go/if-you-get-lost)
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