Northern Virginia Hiking Club (NVHC)

REQUIRED: You must read the following NVHC Sign-in Sheet Statement/Liability Disclaimer, https://nvhc.com/signin.pdf and then answer the question that you will see when you RSVP with "I accept" to be permitted on the hike.

**** This is an A+ hike due to distance and elevation and is ONLY suitable for those who have recent experience hiking this distance and elevation gain. Participation will be screened. If you have NEVER been on one of my A+ hikes and/or I don't know you, you MUST message me within 24 hours of signing up with a recent A+ hike you have done or a hike leader who can vouch for you. Otherwise, you will be moved to “Not Going”. ****

Join me on this strenuous hike of about about 12.8 miles and about 2,800 feet of elevation gain.

We will start from the Old Rag parking lot and get on the Nicholson Hollow Trail. We will then get on the VERY tough Hannah Run Trail, where we will eventually encounter, "The Wall". We will continue to the Pinnacles Overlook, which will be the end of our climbing, where we'll have lunch. Then we head back down Hannah Run to the Catlett Mountain Trail to the Hazel Mountain Trail. We will then get on the Hot Short Trail for our journey the rest of the way down, until we run back into the Nicholson Hollow Trail, where we'll retrace our steps back to the cars. PLEASE NOTE: There are at least 3 water crossings (two of which are at the very beginning at at the very end), which should be manageable, but with the expected rain out here Friday and Saturday, it could be tricky. I will be bringing boot covers and would suggest you do the same....just in case, or water shoes.

Need to know details:

For those wishing to carpool, the suggested carpool location is at the Centreville Park and Ride, 14700 Lee Highway, Centreville, VA. The driving time from there to the trailhead is approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes with no stop. Please arrive at the Park and Ride a few minutes before 6:30 AM to form carpools so all cars can leave by 6:35 AM. I WILL BE MEETING EVERYONE AT THE TRAILHEAD. Carpool Fee: $8.00

PLEASE NOTE: Neither the Club nor the hike leaders are responsible for coordinating transportation to/from the trailhead. Hikers are not guaranteed to get a ride to the trailhead from the carpool location. Carpooling is organized by the participants and participation is at your own risk.

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• Trailhead meetup time: parking lot 8:15 A.M.
• Parking Coordinates: 38.57173,-78.29420
• Hike starts: 8:30 A.M. SHARP
• Park entry fee: $30.00, free with National Park Pass
• Pace: 2.25-2.75 mph when moving
• Terrain: Rocky in part, Very steep in parts, Smooth and gentle in other parts.
• Bring: Adequate water, food/snacks, hat, layers, basic first aid kit, map, hiking poles, hiking boots, rain gear, boot covers
• Pets: Not allowed

PLEASE PRINT OUT ANY MAPS THAT YOU MAY NEED AS I DO NOT PROVIDE COPIES OF MAPS. ALL THE LINKS AND COORDINATES YOU WILL NEED ARE PROVIDED BELOW.

All Trails MAP: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/afternoon-hike-d959e8f?sh=susan-monaco-1&unfurl=false&showMemory=true

AND FINALLY!

1. Don't come if you’re not feeling well.
2. Avoid the most severe, unspeakable bad karma by CHANGING YOUR RSVP if you're not able to attend within a reasonable time - not hours before - so someone on the wait list can have your spot.
3. No Complainers allowed :-)

Any questions? Message the Hike Leader:
Susan M (703) 963-8939

You must read the following NVHC Sign-in Sheet Statement/Liability Disclaimer, https://nvhc.com/signin.pdf and then answer the question that you will see when you RSVP with "I accept" to be permitted on the hike.

This is a 6.8 mile on the Fairfax Cross County Trail with little elevation gain. We will start at the Georgetown Pike Difficult Run parking lot and hike south to Colvin Run Mill near route 7 where we will have a short break for a snack and then retrace our steps. There are two stream crossings each way, one on big boulders and another on cement pylons.

We hike at a pace of 2.0-2.5 mph when moving.

Dogs are permitted on this hike in accordance with the NVHC Dog Policy. https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicy

Due to parking and permit restrictions the hike will be limited to 24 attendees.

If there is a lot of rain prior to the hike it may need to be rescheduled.

Leader: Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920 (C)

Rating: D

Meet: 8:30am at the Georgetown Pike Difficult Run parking lot.

GPS coordinates: 38.978760, -77.249163

https://maps.app.goo.gl/uNmf6hM3zzx5xFJL9

All Trails Map: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/activity-august-5-2024-29c0c0e?u=i&sh=7cs7ov

Park Entry Fee: $0.00

Colvin Run Mill Web Site: http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/colvinrunmill/

You must read the following NVHC Sign-in Sheet Statement/Liability Disclaimer, https://nvhc.com/signin.pdf and then answer the question that you will see when you RSVP with "I accept" to be permitted on the hike.

DISTANCE: ~ 7 miles
ELEVATION GAIN: ~ 600 feet
PACE: ~ 2.5-3 mph
TRAILS: Dirt and paved, uneven surfaces with roots
MEET: Picnic tables across from the big green barn as you come in the entrance closest to Workhouse Rd. Arrive by 8:45am to check in.
RESTROOMS: None at hike start, restrooms at snack break
PARK FEE: None
DOGS: Dogs are permitted on this hike in accordance with the NVHC Dog Policy. https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicy
POST-HIKE: Bunnyman Brewing in the Workhouse Campus
LEADER: Kris N. (618) 623-2484

We will be hiking on a mix of dirt trails and paved blacktop walking paths from the Workhouse into Occoquan Regional Park, with an additional mile on the Slaughterhouse Loop Trail behind the Workhouse. There are a couple hills in Occoquan Regional Park where you may want your poles, plus the Slaughterhouse Loop hill at the end. We'll have a short snack and restroom break at Occoquan Regional Park. Please arrive by 8:45am so that we can get everyone checked in and start on time.

History: The Occoquan Workhouse (later known as Lorton Prison) opened in 1910 as a self-sustaining, open prison with a working farm and railroad. This eventually grew into the 3,000 acre Lorton Prison complex, which expanded to include women's and youth facilities and a Nike missile site. The suffragists who fought for women's voting rights were imprisoned here and force-fed, which was considered the turning point in passing the 19th amendment. While the prison opened as a model facility during the Progressive Era, it closed in 2001 with a history of overcrowding, riots, gangs and drugs. We'll pass the Turning Point Suffrage Memorial, located within Occoquan Regional Park.

Post-hike rehydration for those interested at the Bunnyman Brewing Cafe, located within the Workhouse Arts Center campus. They offer a full lunch menu as well as beer, usually wine and cider, and other non-alcoholic beverages including coffee.

How to get there: From I-95 South, exit 163. At the end of the exit ramp take a right onto Lorton Rd. Follow Lorton Rd for 2.1 miles then turn left on to Workhouse Road. In 0.5 miles turn left at the sign for the Workhouse. Then take the first right and park (one of the North Parking lots). I'll be at the picnic tables across from the big green barn. Please arrive by 8:45 am so we can get everyone checked in and start on time.

You must read the following NVHC Sign-in Sheet Statement/Liability Disclaimer, https://nvhc.com/signin.pdf and then answer the question that you will see when you RSVP with "I accept" to be permitted on the hike.

This is an 8 mile out and back hike to the Dickey Ridge Visitors center with approximately 1,400 feet of elevation gain.
We are hiking from outside the Shenandoah National Park into the park to the Dickey Ridge Visitor Center and then back out. We are NOT meeting at the Dickey Ridge Visitor Center.

Speed: Our pace will vary from 2.0 to 2.5. The trail is well maintained with some short rocky areas.

Leader: Gail Markulin (703) 402-5902 (C)

Dogs are permitted on this hike in accordance with the NVHC Dog Policy. https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicy
Trailhead Parking: Parking is on the side of the road by the trailhead and before the Front Royal Entrance Station. If you have gone to the park entrance, you have gone too far. The Dickey Ridge trailhead is right by the parking area. https://www.google.com/maps/place/Dickey+Ridge+Trailhead/@38.9062115,-78.19661,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x89b5c5e0b5d9c4f1:0xee10b295aebb171d!8m2!3d38.9062115!4d-78.19661!16s%2Fg%2F1tfj411p?entry=ttu

Meet at the trailhead parking lot 15 minutes early to allow everyone to be signed in and get ready to hike at 9am.

Carpool Location: For those wishing to carpool, the suggested carpool location is at the Centreville Park & Ride, 14700 Lee Hwy in Centreville.
GPS Coordinates: 38.836038, -77.455371, https://goo.gl/maps/hc3LRG7Hsy2wMJs18
The driving time from there to the trailhead is about 1 hour. Please arrive at the Park and Ride by 7:50 AM to form carpool so all cars can leave at 8:00AM. The leader will be at the Park & Ride.

PLEASE NOTE: Neither the Club nor the hike leaders are responsible for coordinating transportation to/from the trailhead. Hikers are not guaranteed to get a ride to the trailhead from the carpool location. Carpooling is organized by the participants and they participate at their own risk.
Suggested carpool fee is $6.00.
Entry Fee: None
Map for hike: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ofxLeFFmHZ90xZKEleK_S6YaTbLx4OzO/view
You must be experienced in hikes of this distance, pace and elevation gain.

Terrain: Well maintained trail with some rocky areas.

Recommended Equipment: Insect repellent, Hiking boots or shoes, snack/lunch, 2 liters water, hiking poles if you use them