Weekday Hikes

**Details** 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 very scenic 9.3 mile hike with 2205' elevation gain that takes us to 3 waterfalls. Starting from Fisher's Gap, we will take the Rose River Trail and then ascend up the scenic Hogcamp Branch. Rose River Falls is 67' high, most of which requires a short off-trail rock scramble to see. We will then head to Dark Hollow Falls and make a pit stop at the the Big Meadows Visitor's Center. Finally we will take the Lewis Spring Trail to Lewis Falls and then return to Fisher's Gap on the AT. We hike at a pace of around 2.5 mph when moving. Slower when going up or down steeper hills. This will be a strenuous hike. Footwear: Hiking Boots Water: 2+ Liters Water Food: Bring Snacks and Lunch Restrooms: Available at Visitors Center Bring: Suntan Lotion, Tick and Bug Spray Dogs: NO DOGS ARE PERMITTED ON THIS HIKE (NOT ALLOWED AT DARK HOLLOW) MEET AT CARPOOL OR TRAILHEAD CARPOOL: 7:15 AM meet at the Centreville Park and Ride (14700 Lee Hwy, Centreville, VA 20120; GPS coordinates 38.8360800085118, -77.45532790182091). TRAILHEAD DEPARTURE: 9:15 AM Fisher's Gap parking, mile post 49.4 on Skyline Drive; GPS coordinates [38.53429577646414, -78.42075399673675.](https://maps.app.goo.gl/i7YERfJopV3Y7Log6) Suggested carpool fee is $8 per person. Hike Leader will be at the carpool at Centreville. 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. Hike Maps (we will start at Fischer's Gap): https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/3-falls-reverse-5f268df Park Entry Fee: $30 for the day, $55 for the year, $0 with NPS Annual or Lifetime Senior Pass Rating: A You must be experienced in hikes of comparable distance, pace and elevation gain. Caroline Steinberg 703.489.1315

Come join other guys in their 20s and 30s for a friendly group run. This run is not competitive and all skill levels are welcome. Join our [Slack](https://join.slack.com/t/arlington-run-club/shared_invite/zt-2lq70wa9t-INw_xk~MnZM~U41EQsKcXQ) to keep up to date with the group! **MEETING SPOT:** We'll meet a little before 6:30 PM at Ballston Local on N Glebe in front off the restaurant. See the pin below. Parking at the mall is only $1.00 after 6:00 PM. Then we'll head out right at 6:30 PM and eventually end up back where we started. **ROUTE INFO:** Here's our regular Thursday route, from the Bluemont Junction Trail to the W&OD Trail to the Custis Trail (about 4 miles): [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5952134599/](https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5952134599/) When viewing the route, you may want to login with a MapMyRun account and bookmark the route so you can load it later from the MapMyRun app on your phone. **POST-RUN:** After the run, we'll grab a drink nearby for those who are interested in sticking around. **WEATHER:** We won't run in the middle of a thunderstorm, but we'll still go if there's light rain. Many of us will plan to meet at the start time regardless and we can make a call then. We've learned that the weather can change quickly, so there's not much point in canceling the run prematurely. **RSVP:** If you are interested in joining, please join the group and then sign up for this event so we know you're coming. You're welcome to bring a friend -- all guys in their 20s and 30s are welcome -- but please have them sign up through Meetup or shoot us a message so we know how many people to expect.

Make tow rounds inside the mall at each level

**Exploring Patapsco Valley State Park: A 5.5 Mile Hike with an Option for 3.2 More** This route transitions from the engineered charm of the iconic Swinging Bridge into the deep, quiet solitude of the valley’s interior. You’ll likely experience the rumble of the still-active rail line and the streaming waters of the Santee and Sawmill branches. The hike starts by crossing the famous suspension bridge. It’s a bit of a local rite of passage—embrace the sway as you look down at the Patapsco River. Once across, you’ll dive into the woods via the Vineyard Spring Trail. This section offers a steady climb to get your heart rate up, surrounded by towering hardwoods. Next, the Santee Branch stretch is where the park’s 16,000 acres really feel vast. The trail travels through dense canopy and offers a much-needed break from the crowds found near the pavilions. Rounding out the loop, you’ll follow the Sawmill Branch Trail. This section is characterized by stream crossings and more level terrain, eventually bringing you back toward the river. For those with energy to spare and curiosity for further exploration, an optional extension of up to 3.2 miles is available after the primary loop. This southern loop hike leads past the charming Cascade Falls and includes an additional 450 feet of elevation gain, rewarding hikers with both a cardio boost and a visual feast. Please note that you must sign up by 8:00 on August 6, the night before the hike. **Time to Meet**: Please meet at 9:45 AM for introductions and sign in. We will start hiking promptly at 10:00 **Directions to Trailhead**: The GPS Coordinates are 39.240879,-76.749977 . The Street address to the park entrance is 5120 South St, Halethorpe, MD 21227. After turning into the park, proceed to the end of the road (about 1/2 mile) and turn left over the bridge. Follow the road for another 2 miles or so until you see bathrooms on the LEFT. The parking lot is just pass that point. We will meet near the swinging bridge, **Contact Information**: Please use the comments feature for routine comments and questions. The hike Leader is Tim; 202-744-0289. Call or text as needed. **Details** Rating: Moderate to easy side of challenging Distance: 5.5 or 8.7 miles (your choice) Elevation Gain: Approximately 500 ft (5.5 miles) 950 ft (8.7 miles) Pace: 2.0 to 2.5 miles per hour **Facilities**: Toilets can be found near the trailhead **Fees**: $3 in state, $5 out of state. Free if you have a Maryland Parks State Pass. **Cancellation**: In the unlikely event that the hike needs to be cancelled, it may be cancelled up to the evening before the hike. Hikers will be notified through comments on this posting. **Weather**: The weather for this location can be found [here](https://weather.com/weather/today/l/234db6c101b3fbdfc64df5b47fe502b98a9586582edb9fa178d080615c4a0b81). **Notes**: -Please note, you must sign up at by 8:00 PM the day before the hike. -Please do not show up unregistered. -Please keep this a fragrance free event. -To find out more about PATC, [click here](https://www.patc.net/). -Consider becoming a member of PATC. To join, [click here](https://www.patc.net/membership).

***READ THE WHOLE EVENT DESCRIPTION before you RSVP*** The Old Rag Mountain hike in the Shenandoah National Park is one of the most popular hikes in the mid-Atlantic region. With many spectacular panoramic views, and one of the most challenging rock scrambles in the park, this circuit hike is a favorite of many hikers. it's the only hike we give a 5 of 5 star rating to for views. Many hikers also prefer to do this loop clockwise, rock scramble on the Ridge Trail and them easy walk on the downhill. Either way, the rock scramble can be challenging, being both steep, and requiring climbing through cracks in the rock. **Meetup location:** Vienna Metro Station **Time:** 7am or Old Rag Mountain trail head Saturday 9am. If driving to trailhead be on time, we won't wait for you if running late. **Hike star time: 9 am** **Pace:** Easy - Moderate 2 -2.5miles x hr **Gear required:** Depending on weather conditions - Wool cap-extra layers-rain suite (just in case), bug spray-water & snacks **Visitors to Old Rag Mountain**, including hikers on the Saddle, Ridge, and Ridge Access trails, will need to obtain an Old Rag day-use ticket in advance, in addition to a Park entrance pass. NO TKT - NO HIKE **Link here**: https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/10088450/ticket/10088451 **Meetup locations:** We will meet at Vienna Metro Station Saturday morning 6:45am or at last Old Rag Parking lot at 8:45am, hike will star at 9am sharp **Google driving directions:** https://goo.gl/maps/jNHYvSL92YyCXcaV9 **GPS coordinates:** 38.571058, -78.293115 **IMPORTANT:** If you own an annual Shenandoah pass card or equivalent bring it otherwise there is a $20 park entrance fee x car which should be divided between the passengers to ease the cost. **Have a ride:** Please post where you are coming from, what time, and how many spots you have. **Need a ride:** Post that you need a ride and contact any offers via e-mail for those that are offering rides. **NOTE:** Carpool is ***NOT free***, a gas share of $15 x person is encouraged to give to how ever is your driver as a token of appreciation.

Join us for an exploratory hiking trip to Montgomery County, Maryland's newest park to celebrate World Water Day. *Water is life!* Royce Hanson Conservation Park at Broad Run was created to protect the Broad Run watershed, its unique geology, rare plants and wildlife, and diverse habitats. This 475-acre park hosts approx. 5 miles of natural surface trails and offers park visitors the unique opportunity to explore this valuable natural landscape through various recreational opportunities with interactions with the rich cultural heritage present across the park. Bring water, lunch, snacks, sturdy footwear, and about $8 for transportation and the Adventuring trip fee. Meet at 10:00 a.m., at the "west side" of the Rockville Metro station Kiss & Ride to form carpools. This is the side with the pedestrian bridge over Hungerford Drive, MD-355. After our hike, we may make an optional stop at Cugini's Restraurant in Poolesville, Maryland. *-RSVPs for this hike will open 2 weeks before the event.-* ***\*\*-> Please [click here](https://adventuringlgbtq.com/Adventuring_Release_Form.pdf) to review our release form. When you RSVP to an event, you affirm that you have read and agree to the terms of the release.***

Let’s meet up by the climbing wall at 8 and go for a slow walk. We will aim to go for an hour, but can cut it shorter if needed. We will start the walk at 8:05. I will be waiting by a red Tesla sedan.

Hi ladies. We will meet in front of the Nature Center and head to the two Observation decks. We will then hike Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook and Sugarbush trails to get approximately four miles total distance. We will walk approximately a 18 minute mile pace. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes.

Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area. If trail conditions are poor, we will use the Multipurpose Path.

Hike approx 4.0 miles at approx. 18 minute mile pace. Meet in front of the Nature Center.