Northern Virginia Hiking Club (NVHC)

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 10.75-mile out-and-back hike along the Appalachian Trail with about 2,000 feet of elevation gain. We'll start at the Trumbo Hollow Hike Trailhead and head south on the Appalachian Trail. After about 5.3 miles we'll stop for lunch and then head back the way we came.

Start time: 9:00 a.m. (meet at the trailhead parking area 15-30 minutes early for sign in)

Pace: 2.0 to 2.5 miles/hour when moving

Hike map:https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/trumbo-hollow-via-appalachian-trail-350a379

Trailhead: GPS: 38.90944, -78.05324

CARPOOLING: Meet at University Blvd - Gainesville Park and Ride and plan to leave at 7:45 to arrive at the trailhead in time to get signed in and start hiking at 9am. The hike leader will not be at the carpool location. Park & Ride GPS 38.80063, -77.58771

Neither the Club nor the hike leader is 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: $5.00 per rider. Driving time from Gainesville Park & Ride to the trailhead is about 50 minutes.

Leader: Dick Pregent 703-587-2359

Dogs: Dogs are permitted on this hike in accordance with the NVHC Dog Policy. Please contact the hike leader in advance if you intend to bring a dog.
https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicy

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 enjoyable hike with shaded trails and a sandy beach to take our break on. The hike is ~7,3 miles with ~800 feet of elevation gain in Seneca Regional Park. We'll start by hiking through a beautiful full growth hardwood forest and will then connect to the Potomac Heritage Trail. We'll take our break on a sandy beach.
Thanks to Bob G for the photo.

We hike at a pace of 2.3 to 2.5 mph while moving. You must have experience with hikes of this length and elevation gain.

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

Leader: Steve Frith cell 703-629-0174

Park Entry Fee: $0.00

Map for hike:

https://www.gaiagps.com/map/?loc=15.0/-77.3190/39.0474&pubLink=obOQ48o079O4P48KYoJBIMa9&trackId=b81b5829-efdf-4bad-bb66-9e9de4a74efd

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.

The Tundra Swans are back at their winter home in the Great Marsh of Elizabeth Hartwell National Wildlife Refuge! These magnificent birds are spending the winter in the Great Marsh of Belmont Bay and will leave anywhere from mid February to mid March for their breeding grounds in the tundra of far northern Canada near the Arctic Ocean.

We'll begin our 8 mile hike in Pohick Bay Regional Park, taking the orange trail past Pirates Cove to the Mason Neck connector trail. Once we reach the turnoff from Gunston Rd., we'll take the High Point Trail to Elizabeth Hartwell National Wildlife Refuge. From there we'll take the Woodmarsh Trail to the viewing platform to look for swans. We will do the Woodmarsh Trail loop before we retrace our hike back to Pohick Bay Park. There will be a great view of the bay area and marshes. We'll stop for a short snack break.

I am planning the time at the platform to coincide with high tide for (hopefully) better swan viewing. High tide is estimated at about 10:00am, and the forecast looks good. While there are no guarantees with nature, the park ranger estimates that chances are good on this day and time.

Bio on Elizabeth Hartwell and the Refuge:
https://www.fxva.com/blog/post/herstory-masonneck/

Hike: 8 miles, 400 ft elevation gain. Half the hike is on dirt trails with uneven surfaces and roots, and half is on paved trails.

Pace: 2.5-3 mph while moving. Please make sure you are comfortable with this moderate pace.

Leader: Kris N. (618) 623-2484. Please include your name if you send a text.

Restrooms: There are restrooms at the Eagles Nest Veranda where we begin our hike, and restrooms at the Woodmarsh Trail.

Park Fee: No Fee

Dogs; Dogs are welcome in accordance with NVHC dog policy. https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicy

Meet: Meet at EAGLES NEST VERANDA at 8:50am to allow everyone to sign in, use the restroom and start on time at 9:00am.

Meeting Place Instructions:
From Interstate 95 North:

• Take exit 161 to Lorton, Rt. 1 N.
• Go about 1.8 miles to first stop light and turn right on to Gunston Rd.
• Go about 3.2 miles on Gunston Rd to park entrance on left.
• Drive straight into the park all the way down to the marina area.

From Interstate 95 South:

• From I95 S, exit 163 to Lorton.
• Left onto Lorton Rd at the end of exit ramp.
• Go under second overpass and turn right onto Lorton Market St. (You will see Amazon Fresh and Panera)
• Go about 1.1 mile to traffic light at RT. 1.
• Go straight through light (road name changes to Gunston Rd) and go about 3.2 miles to park entrance on left.
• Drive straight into the park all the way down to the marina area.

Make sure to go past the Pohick Bay Golf Course and Meadowood Stables on Gunston Rd. Turn left on Pohick Bay Drive, at the park entrance. After entering the park, go straight down the road to the marina area. When you get to the Eagle’s Nest, there is a parking lot just around the loop. Park there and walk across to the Eagles Nest where we will meet at 8:50am so we can get everyone checked in and start on time. There are restrooms at the Eagles Nest Veranda. GPS: 38.67467, -77.16711

REQUIRED: You must read the following information 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 brisk morning workout. The hike is about 8.8 miles with 2600 feet elevation gain in SNP. We will start the hike by climbing 615 stairs on Buck Ridge. Once reaching SLD, we will take an out-and-back to Mary's rock. Return via Buck Hollow.

We hike at a pace of 3-3.3 mph when moving. This is considered a fast hike. The plan is to complete before noon so you can have proper lunch elsewhere.
You must be experienced in hikes of this distance, elevation gain and speed.

Leader: Xiaobin 857-408-1070
The hike leader will meet at the trailhead at 8AM.

For those wishing to carpool, the suggested carpool location is at the Centerville P&R. The driving time from there to the trailhead is about 1 hour 10 minutes. Please arrive at the Park and Ride a few minutes before 6:50AM to form carpool so all cars can leave at 6:50AM.
Suggested carpool fee is $7.

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.

Trailhead: Buck Ridge Trailhead at 8AM
GPS Coordinates: 38.659803739145936, -78.28179773950886 https://goo.gl/maps/hgD9oLJWXvcC6K2N7
Park Entry Fee: $0
Rating: A

Dogs are permitted on this hike in accordance with the NVHC Dog Policy. https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicy
Hiking Map: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Q39SmtJXxhlCyLUI3Rr0Nr5gVsNmmc7v/view?usp=sharing