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THE CLUB www.nvhc.com
The Northern Virginia Hiking Club (NVHC) offers a range of hikes of various difficulty levels in Virginia, Maryland, DC, and beyond. The club also offers other outdoor events occasionally. NVHC members reflect the rich diversity of the Washington DC Metro area. Annual membership fee is $5. Guests are welcome and enjoy a month’s free participation in the club events. NVHC is a nonprofit organization and donates funds to local parks and trail maintenance organizations from time to time. The selection of the parks and organizations is based on club usage - it is our way of giving back. Monies vary each time - $7,200 were donated in 2023.
Members are required to accept the liability disclaimer by typing “Accept” in the fields presented when they join the club.
DIFFICULTY RATINGS
NVHC hikes are assigned difficulty ratings. A combination of linear distance and elevation gain is used to determine the rating, with 400 feet of elevation gain considered to be equivalent of 1 mile of linear distance. With the “miles” derived from elevation gain added to the linear distance, following are the ratings:
A+= Very Difficult (19 miles or more)
A = Difficult (13 miles or more, but less than 19 miles)
B = Moderately Difficult (10 miles or more, but less than 13 miles)
C = Moderate (7 miles or more, but less than 10 miles)
D = Easy (Less than 7 miles)
For example, a nine-mile hike with 1,000 feet of climbing would be rated B (9 + 2.5 = 11.5).
Elevation loss is not measured in this system. Also, the difficulty rating is separate from the pace of the hike, which is determined by the leader, and is usually specified in the individual hike descriptions.
RSVP ETIQUETTE
Often there are limits on the number of participants on NVHC events, set by our leaders. This creates wait lists on Meetup. If you find yourself in this situation, we request that you keep in mind the interest of the leaders and your fellow hikers, and follow the guidelines below:
- If you RSVP’d “yes” for a hike, change your RSVP to “no” as soon as you decide not to go, so that someone else can go.
- If you RSVP’d “yes” to overlapping events on the same day, decide on one as soon as possible, and change your RSVP to “no” for all others.
- If you are on a wait list and decide not to go, remove yourself from the list.
DOGS ON HIKES
Dogs are welcome on NVHC hikes at the discretion of the hike leader. Several restrictions apply including advance notification to the leader, dogs being well behaved, and their being kept on a six foot leash. See dog policy located at [https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicy] for details.
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Tümünü gör- Gathland State Park to Weverton Cliffs: MD AT (Rating: A)Centreville Park & Ride, Centreville, VA
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.
Please join me on this lovely out-and-back hike on the Appalachian Trail in Maryland, 11.8 miles with 1660 feet of total elevation gain. The weather looks more inviting for Friday with a high of only 82, although there is a 50% chance of showers, mostly in the afternoon. The hike will begin at Gathland State Park near Burkittsville, MD and follow the AT south along South Mountain to Weaverton Cliffs. We will begin hiking at 9:00.
There are no steep, sustained climbs on this hike, just a lot of rolling ups and downs, as well as some rocky sections. We will have an early-ish lunch at the spectacular Weaverton Cliffs overlook, and then retrace our steps back to our cars.
We will hike at an average moving pace of 2.5-3.0 miles per hour and stop at all intersections. The restroom facilities at the trailhead have not been open lately, but there is a porta-potty. There is no park fee.
Dogs are permitted on this hike in accordance with the NVHC Dog Policy. https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicy. If you plan to bring a dog on this hike, please contact me about the dog’s prior hiking experience with NVHC.
Leader: Becky Reickel 301-471-3641
Carpools: Meet at the Centreville Park and Ride at 7:15 am. Suggested carpool fee is $8.00 per rider. The leader will not be at the carpool location and will meet the group at the trailhead. Anyone intending to carpool may want to post a message to the group to be sure someone else will be there. GPS coordinates for Centreville Park and Ride: 38.836080, -77.455327. https://goo.gl/maps/hc3LRG7Hsy2wMJs18
Trailhead: Meet at the Gathland State Park Parking Lot at 8:45 so that we can start hiking at 9:00. GPS coordinates for the trailhead: 39.404750, -77.640356. https://goo.gl/maps/WBoNCzGfun83H5nK7
Park Fee: None
Rating: A
Map of the hike: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/gathland-weaverton-f8c1f23?p=-1&sh=zg5qvz
- Reston Lakes and Woodlands (Rating: C)Walker Nature Center, Reston, VA
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 beautiful lakes, shaded trails and even a snack/rest room break at a Starbucks. It is about an 8 mile hike with 423 feet of elevation gain around lakes and among the woodlands of Reston. We'll meet at the Walker Nature Center at 9:00 am and hike through the Glade Stream Valley and then along Lake Audubon and Lake Thoreau. The hike route is about 60% on paved paths with the remainder on dirt trails. Restrooms are available at the Walker Nature Center.
We hike at a pace of approximately 2.5 -3.0 mph while moving. You must be experienced with hikes of this length and elevation gain.
Park on Glade Road so the Nature Center parking lot can be kept open for the Center's pre-school activities and drop-offs.
Dogs are welcome 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:
- Elkwallow Wayside-Sugarloaf Loop (Rating: B)Elkwallow Wayside, Rileyville, VA
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.
Join us for a MODERATE PACE hike in the Shenandoah National Park. We start from Elkwallow Wayside and take to AT north to the upper Piney Branch Tr. From there we loop around via the Sugarloaf Tr and return to the cars on the Elkwallow Tr. Post hike, enjoy Elkwallow Wayside's famous Blackberry ice cream.
Need to Know Information:
*Hike Starts: 9:00 AM (Please arrive 15 minutes early to sign in)
*Distance: 8.5 miles
*Elevation gain: 1,614 feet elevation gain
*Pace: Moderate Pace of 2.0-2.5 mph when moving.
You must be experienced in hikes of this distance, pace and elevation gain.
*TRAILHEAD Elkwallow Wayside Skyline Dr. ~MM24
GPS 38.738534,-78.309739 https://maps.app.goo.gl/RHnddpYeMw4ug4x6A
*Park Entrance Fee $30 per car or free if you have the annual pass.
*CARPOOLING: For those who are looking to carpool, feel free to use the comment section to organize.Neither the Club nor the hike leaders are responsible for coordinating transportation to/from the trailhead. Carpooling is organized by the hikers and they participate at their own risk.
*Dogs are permitted on this hike in accordance with the NVHC Dog Policy. https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolic
Alltrails Map: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/elkwallow-hogback-sugarloaf-short-hike-c6036a6Leaders: Becky M. 703-229-9699 and David C. 571-643-3897
- Bull Run Occoquan Trail: Marina to Hemlock Overlook (Rating: B)Bull Run Marina, Clifton, VA
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.
9.5 mile out and back lariat hike with 800 feet of elevation gain.
Description:
Join us for a scenic hike along Bull Run and in the adjoining forest. We will hike on the Bull Run Occoquan Trail from Bull Run Marina to Hemlock Overlook Park and back, taking in a couple of sights at Hemlock. There are rolling hills but they are short and spread out. This will be a nice workout! We will be in the forest canopy most of the hike.The pace will be about 2.5 mph.
There should be a porta-potty at the trailhead parking lot but you may want to schedule a pit stop on the way before you arrive.
Bring:
At least 2 liters of water/hydration, snacks/lunch, and sturdy hiking shoes since there are some rocky areas and tree roots. Hiking poles if you use them. Insect repellent and sunscreen recommended.Meet at the trailhead parking lot 15 minutes early to allow everyone to sign in and get ready to hike at 9:00am.
Fee: There is no parking fee.
Dogs are welcome.
NVHC Dog policy: https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicyBull Run Occoquan Trail:
https://www.novaparks.com/parks/bull-run-occoquan-trailMeeting Place Instructions:
We are meeting at the large parking lot on the left side of Yates Ford Rd, (coming from Clifton), across from the road going down to the Marina. If you come to the Bull Run Marina road or the bridge, you've gone too far.NOTE:
We park in the large parking lot across the road from the marina parking.
GPS coordinates 38.74399, -77.38327Optional post-hike rehydration at Main St. Pub, in Clifton.
Any questions, please message me here or text/call @202-528-0456. If you text me, please include your name.
