TRAILMARKER The Piedmont Hiking and Outing Club Newsletter Since 1982
Haw River PaddleApril 20, 2014
July-August 2014
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Volume 32 Number 4
Photo courtesy of Rick Morris
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Hike & Outing CoordinatorThank you to Charlotte Smith for coordinating the hikes and outings for this newsletter!
Jon Maxwell is the Hikes and Outings Coordinator for the September-October 2014 newsletter. Contact him by email at [email protected]. Please try to have your outing descriptions to Jon by July 16, 2014.
Thank you to Joe Benson, Mike Bianco, Russ Cannizzaro, Ken Cook, Dale Dagenbach, Joel Deaton, Lana Gainey, Carol Hamley, John Hanson, Lyn Irving, Barbara Kennedy, Doug Knighton, Alan Lawrence, David Lowe, Jon Maxwell, Ruth Moss, Deb Peterson, Jim Plant, Keith Short, Maggie Weldon, Sarah Werner, Melody Wilhelm, Karen Wilson, Butch & Terri Wilson, and Vicki Zina for committing in advance to lead hikes and/or organize outings described in the TrailMarker this July and August.
Notice
Please email Paula Bragg, our database coordinator at [email protected] and give her an updated email address if the email address on file with the club has changed.
Robin Barth
Debra Bergman
Linda Birdsong
Kate & Robert Bryant
Amy Burk
John Campbell
Daniel & Barbara Chapdelaine
Linwood Davis
Stephanie Doyle
Janie Hobson
John Ingle
Annaliese Kortz
Kelly & Beth McCain
Chris McCormick
Mike Meng
Lee Myers
Minta Phillips
Carla Pless
Kathleen & Robert Potvin
Cathy Routley
Max Samuelsson
Kim Dodson & Eric Smith
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“PHOC Google Groups, the communication venue utilized to broadcast outings arranged after the latest issue of the Trailmarker has gone to print, is available to all PHOC members. Guidelines for its use can be found on the club website. If you are not currently receiving PHOC Google Groups outing announcements via email and you would like to begin receiving these announcements, please email a request to be added to the list to Paula at [email protected].”
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The President’s Corner
Dear PHOC Members,
For those of us who enjoy hiking, biking, paddling, and other outdoor pursuits, the summer months offer longer days and plenty of sunshine to extend our enjoyment and challenge our fitness levels. With these long, warm, sunny days also comes a greater need to protect ourselves by staying hydrated and energized. Plenty of water and healthy snacks are essential to outdoor enthusiasts anytime of year, but during the summer months the proper balance becomes of nutrients becomes critical. But what is the right balance? Are water and our beloved trail mix good enough if we are hiking, biking, or paddling in the sun all day? Until recently, this was good enough for me and, I supposed, everyone else. That’s when I started hearing the “e” word during breaks along the trail – electrolytes! I’ve noticed an increasing number of hikers stopping at regular intervals to pop brightly-colored, Gummy Bear-like “energy chews” into their mouths. I’ve started seeing more colored water, courtesy of “electrolyte enhanced” drink tabs and liquids. Frankly, I feel as if I may be missing out on what is either a nutritional revolution or a well-marketed food fad. Either way, I want in on it.
So what are electrolytes and what do they do for us? A clue comes in the first part of the word; they, quite simply, send electrical charges through our body. The National Institute of Health says that electrolytes are “minerals in your blood and other body fluids that carry an electrical charge”. Common electrolytes include chloride, magnesium, phosphorous, potassium, and sodium – all of which directly affect the amount of water in our bodies. We lose electrolytes through our sweat (particularly sodium and potassium) and, if they are not replenished, the result is dehydration and muscle fatigue. How do we keep these electrolytes and our body fluids at an optimal level?
A recent trip to REI (always a great boon to my credit card company), exposed me to a dizzying array of choices to enhance my electrolytes. A whole rack of enticing products with names such as Shot Blocks, Gu Chomps, and Sqwincher promised to provide me with sustained energy, advanced access to nutrition, and keep me hydrated. Like a kid in a candy shop, I gave in to temptation and grabbed a handful of these goodies (they were on sale, after all). I am now fully equipped with sticky chews and lemon-lime drink tabs and, if the promises are true, will have all of the amino acids, Vitamin C, and complex carbs to give me (and I quote) “rippin’ energy.” If nothing else, I may drink more water now that it has a lovely yellow tint and make time to pop a chew into my mouth to show that I am a hip hiker.
Will the expense be worth it or will it just be style over substance? I’ll let you know the next time I am trudging up the Primitive Trail or begging my dog, Buddy, to pull me up through the last few miles of the Doughton Park 17-mile loop. (Hmmm. Do they make electrolyte enhancers for dogs? I may have a new career.)
Karen Wilson, PHOC President
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Our rating system provides a useful, general gauge of a hike’s difficulty. It factors in distance and elevation gain and is intended to help you choose hikes that you will find most enjoyable.
R0-R10 These are more walks than hikes. They’re usually close to home, the trails are flat, and distances are generally short. An after-dinner walk around the block would be rated R1 or R2. Our Wednesday Night Walks are R5.
R10-R20 Most of these hikes will be in the lower mountains and foothills. Distances will be about 5-8 miles, with vertical ranging from 500-1000 feet...not easy if you’re new to hiking! Trails will be dirt and rock. As long as you’re in moderately good shape, you should be able to enjoy the outing.
R20-R30 Hikes in the low end of this range will be too hard and overly stressful for many new members. Plan on an all-day trip, with at least 4 hours of continuous hiking in rugged and steep terrain. At a minimum, be sure to pack two quarts of water, lunch, a snack, and rain gear.
R30-R40 These are strenuous hikes. They will usually be 10+ miles, with climbs of 2000+ feet. They’re appropriate only for those who have done a number of lower rated hikes.
R40+ These hikes are usually 12 or more miles with 3000 feet or more of elevation gain. They’re appropriate only for fit, experienced hikers. Check with hike leader about the trip if you are wanting to do this trip for the first time.
Piedmont Environmental Center Map
Outings Protocol• Inform the outing leader you are going to
attend. Arrive early for the outing.
• If you carpool, reimburse your driver for driving costs. A suggested amount is $4.00 for each hour of driving.
• Always take snacks, lunch, water and rain gear.
• Bring extra clothes to change into after the outing.
• To keep vehicles clean and the air fresh, always carry something to hold muddy boots and sweaty clothes for the ride back from a hike.
• Your participation is at your own risk.
About our Hike Rating System
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The Wednesday Night Walkers will meet every Wednesday evening in the parking lot beside Tex & Shirley’s at the Friendly Shopping Center at 6:30 pm for a brisk walk before dinner. The group will have rotating leaders. The leaders are Carol Hamley, John Hanson, Barbara Kennedy and Lana Gainey. The group will go to dinner after the walk. If bad weather cancels the walk, the group will still meet at 6:30 and go to dinner. Call Carol Hamley at 887-6462 if you have questions or email: [email protected].
July 2 Wednesday Walk and Dinner
July 4 Fireworks & Potluck DinnerFriday 6 - 10:30 PM High PointMaggie Weldon [email protected]
2154 Rivermeade DriveFoxwood Meadows Subdivision
High Point
Join me for the Annual Uncle Sam Jam at Oak Hollow Festival Park in High Point. Meet at my house which is right across the street from the park. Bring a dish to share, beverage and lawn chair. We will hang out and then walk across the street for fireworks and music. Please RSVP by July 1. Limit 35.
July 5 McAfee Tinker Key ExchangeSaturday McAfee Knob and Doug Knighton Tinker [email protected] (276) 734-4059
Join me in doing this strenuous 13 mile hike on the AT near Roanoke, Va. You will be rewarded with taking in the views at what is reputed to be the most photographed spot on the entire AT at McAfee Knob. The views from Tinker Cliffs, as well as from our lunch spot half way between Tinkers and McAfee are personal favorites. Email or phone me by noon on Friday prior to the hike and let me know your intentions to hike downhill from the 311 parking lot or uphill from the Andy Layne parking lot. Both are strenuous hikes and are for experienced Saturday hikers only. (From 311, 13 miles, 3000 feet elevation gain [R43]; From Andy Layne Trail, 13 miles, 3600 feet elevation gain [R49])
July 6 Bald Eagle TrailSunday at 1:30 Lake Higgins Mike Bianco Watershed [email protected] 299-4461
Let’s meet at 1:30 PM at the Lake Higgins watershed trailhead for an out and back total of 8 easy miles. Proceed north on 220 (aka Battleground Ave), past the turnoff at Owls Roost Road to Bur Mil Park, past the spillway at the bottom of the hill, and then left onto Hamburg Mill Road. Proceed past the Marina entrance gate at the top of the hill, and park in the gravel parking lot on the left just past the fence [R7].
July 9 Wednesday Walk and Dinner
Outings
July 11-13 Philpott Lake Camping Friday – Sunday & PaddlingJoe Benson Philpott [email protected]
This is a casual mountain lake paddle and camping trip with an optional out and back hike. Less than an hour and a half from Greensboro you could paddle in on Friday evening and set up camp before dark on Deer Island. After breakfast Saturday you can go on a paddle with the group or on your own, stay at camp and fish or paddle to your car and drive around to Smith River to trout fish. (Fishing licenses required.) We’ll plan to have a group meal Saturday night. Sunday we’ll break camp and for those who wish to can do an out and back hike. There are no reservations on Deer Island so I am limiting the group to six sites and will pay for the sites (for those who can get their money to me) early Friday morning. With any luck I will get everyone adjoining sites. Each site is water front and has a tent pad, table, access to pit toilet and showers just a short paddle away on the main land all for $20.00 a night. What a bargain. Unfortunately most sites only have room for one tent. Those who are interested please email me.
July 12 Mt. MitchellSaturday Mt. Mitchell State ParkDale Dagenbach [email protected]
This hike starts at the ranger station at Commissary Ridge, goes out the Buncombe Horse Trail to Camp Maple Bald, and back to the Big Tom Gap Trail. From there, it’s a
steep climb up to the Black Mountain Crest Trail and over to Mt. Mitchell. We’ll come back down the Old Mitchell Trail to the cars. This hike is not as hard as most of the other Black Mountain Crest hikes, but it still has some scrambling and steep ascents. It’s a good introduction to that area. Email or call for meeting times (10 miles, 1900 feet elevation [R 34]).
July 13 Nat Greene/Wild TurkeySunday Lake BrandtJon Maxwell [email protected]
Let’s meet at the Lake Brandt Marina, near the dam on Lake Brandt Road, at 1:30 p.m. for a very pretty 7.2-mile walk through the woods and lakeside. Please feel free to contact me with questions.
July 14 PEC Monthly MeetingMonday, 7:00 pm Piedmont Environmental Ruth Moss [email protected] 336-691-9545
The July meeting will be held at Piedmont Environmental Center on Penny Rd. in Jamestown. Meet at 7:00 PM for refresh-ments and fellowship, with the business and featured program beginning at 7:30 PM. The July program will feature the adventures of a group of PHOC hikers who recently traveled to Portugal and hiked along the coast.
July 16 Wednesday Walk and Dinner
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July 19 Doughton Park LoopSaturday Blue Ridge Parkway TrailDavid Lowe Home: (336) [email protected] Cell: (209) 614-4585Please join me in hiking the beautiful Doughton Park Loop trail. We will hike up Flat Rock Ridge, across Bluff Mountain, and have lunch at Wildcat overlook. From there, those that choose can complete the 2-mile Fodderstack out and back trail where views from different angles are great. Then we proceed alongside the parkway and down Cedar Ridge trail and back to the cars. This hike is for fit and experienced hikers only. Bring lunch, plenty of water and rain gear. The weather can be unpredictable. Please call or email David for meeting times and places — (excluding the Fodderstack portion, 16.5 miles, 3500 feet [R52]).
July 20 Tory’s Den to Sunday Hanging Rock LakeSarah Werner Hanging Rock State [email protected] 336-403-4668
We will meet at the Mickey Rd. lot (off Moore’s Springs Rd, west of the main park entrance) at 9:00 AM. After viewing the cave and waterfall, we’ll hike the 4.5 miles to the bathhouse and picnic area for lunch and a quick swim (or not). Then it’s back on the same trail to Mickey Rd. Note: swimming fee is $5. Another option would be to hike to the lake with the group, then spend the afternoon on the beach and have someone ferry your car to the lake parking lot for you. (9 miles [R18])
July 23 Wednesday Walk and Dinner
July 25-27 Hot Springs River RunFriday-Sunday Hot Springs, NCButch Wilson 336-687-7450Terri Wilson [email protected]
Hot Springs River Run! Get away from “it” all! Plan to spend the weekend in Hot Springs, NC. It used to be the best kept secret northwest of Asheville, but Hot Springs was voted #1 best small mountain town and it has been “discovered”! Butch and I will be leading the 13-mile paddle, on the French Broad River, Saturday, July 26th, with class I and II+ rapids. This paddle is NOT for beginners. Some experience is necessary. You will be responsible for your own lodging accommodations. There are a variety of cabins, B&B’s, tent/RV camping, houses, etc. Lodging information can be found at the following websites: www.hotspringsnc.org and www.nchotsprings.com. Please let us know if you are interested or if you have any questions.
July 26 South MountainsSaturday South Mountains State ParkMelody Wilhelm (336) [email protected] scenic hike will include part of the Shinny Trail and a beautiful 80-foot waterfall. Expect some stiff elevation climbs. Dinner in Morganton for those who are interested. Please call or email by noon on Friday if you plan to join the hike. Please note: If there are enough hikers
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and/or interest, I can vary the route to include 2 options: 8 miles, approx. 2200 feet elevation [R30]; or 12 miles, approx. 2600 feet elevation [R38].
July 27 Pilot Mountain LoopSunday Pilot Mountain State ParkAlan Lawrence [email protected]
We will meet at the ranger station just inside the entrance and hike Grassy Ridge, Mountain, Ledge Springs, Jomeokee, and Grindstone (about 8.5 miles and 2077 feet elevation gain [R29]).
July 30 Wednesday Walk and Dinner
August 2 Gorges State ParkSaturday, 8AM Sapphire, NCKeith Short [email protected]
The trail begins at the Gorges State Park parking area on Frozen Creek Road. It is a 16-mile loop consisting of Augur Hole trail, Foothills trail and Canebrake trail. Augur Hole and Canebrake are forest roads and Foothills varies in width. There are two water crossings, so you will need an extra pair of shoes you can get wet. When we get to the lake we may take a dip, time permitting. There are plenty of streams where you can refill you water bottle with your filtered water. About 90 percent of the trail is a walk with a few steep areas in the Foothills section. Brevard would be a good place to stay Friday night since we will start at 8 a.m. Saturday. There is about
1800 feet of elevation change and most of it is gradual. Contact me for more details (16 miles, 1800 feet elevation gain [R34]).
August 2 Nat Greene/Palmetto trailsSaturday Lake BrandtVicki Zina [email protected]
Join me for an 8-mile hike on the Nat Greene and Palmetto trails. These are pretty trails with views of Lake Brandt. We will meet at the Lake Brandt Marina-Nat Greene watershed trailhead (on the left as you enter the marina parking lot) at 1:00 pm. Bring water and snack. Call me or email me if you have questions (8 miles, [R12]).
August 3 Billiards & Table TennisSunday, 2-5 pm Ridgeway, VADoug Knighton (276) [email protected]
Beat the heat by joining me for a fun Sunday afternoon of billiards and table tennis at my home in Ridgeway, Va. All skill levels are welcome. Games played will be determined by participants. If there is a mix of guys and gals, I am likely to break out my guitar before the afternoon is over. Please let me know your intentions to come by noon on Saturday prior to the event so I can provide the appropriate amount of refreshments. Ridgeway is 45 minutes from Greensboro and an hour from Winston.
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August 3 Walk & LunchSunday, 11AM Gibson Park, High PointMaggie Weldon Cell (336) [email protected]
Join me for a leisurely Sunday, close to home walk. We will meet at Gibson Park 11 am and walk to East Fork Rd. near the golf course and back. After the walk we will go to Chipotle Mexican Grill near Target near Wendover & Bridford Parkway (just over 4 miles about 1.5 hours max [R5]).
August 6 Wednesday Walk and Dinner
August 9 Tanawha TrailSaturday Blue Ridge ParkwayJim Plant Home: [email protected] Cell 704-579-5415
We’ll hike a shortened version of Tanawha Trail, from Beacon Heights parking area (MP305.5) to Cold Prong parking area (MP299.7). This 10-mile hike will take us through the lovely “Stack Rock” area, Linn Cove Viaduct and Visitor Center (with bathrooms at 1.5mi into hike), over Rough Ridge and many more features. Although, most of our time will be in forest, we will be stopping for lunch and hiking through a nice open area with sun exposure. All creeks and streams are bridged. Your pack should contain the usual suspects; rain gear, water, lunch, snacks and a tip for hike leader. E-mail Jim for car pool times and any further information (10 miles, 2400 feet [R-38]).
August 10 Ice Cream SocialSunday, 2:30 PM Bur-Mil Park Shelter #2
Entertainment & Social CommitteeRSVP by August 7 via Email to
Join us at 2:30 pm for a break from the summer heat with ice cream and fun with PHOC friends. PHOC will provide soft drinks and ice cream with all the fixins for sundaes and sodas – make your own with whatever toppings make you say “yummy”! Reward your exercise efforts with a cool summer treat! Bur-Mil Park regulations allow beer and wine in all shelters, but no glass containers are allowed so attendees who want to bring their own adult beverages should bear this in mind. Enjoy fishing, swimming in the Bur-Mil pool, golf at the nearby driving range or par 3 course, hiking, biking, volleyball and visiting with friends. Festivities begin at 2:30 pm at Bur-Mil Park off of Owl’s Roost Road in Greensboro. Meet at shelter #2 on the left just past the swimming pool. Please RSVP by August 7 to say if you are attending (don’t want to run out of ice cream!!).
Sunday, August 10 New Member1:30 pm OrientationKaren Wilson Bur-Mil Park Shelter #[email protected] invite all new members and those considering joining PHOC to attend a brief New Member Orientation before the annual Ice Cream Social. This is your time to ask questions about outings locations,
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what to wear on a hike, essential gear to buy or borrow, and (most importantly) what do you do if there isn’t a bathroom on the trail? We will share tales of the trail and let you know about upcoming outings for members of all experience and fitness levels. A bonus — those attending the orientation will be first in line when the ice cream is served at 2:30!
August 10 A&Y Bike TrailSunday Bur-Mil Park, GreensboroJim Plant [email protected] Cell 704-579-5415Meet me at noon at Bur-Mil Park shelter # 2 parking area, for a bicycle ride on the Atlantic & Yadkin Trail. We will ride from the park to the end of the trail, behind Target store, and return in time for the club’s 2:30 pm Ice Cream Social (12-15 miles on paved trail).
August 13 Wednesday Walk and Dinner
August 16 Roan MountainSaturday TennesseeDavid Lowe Home (336) [email protected] Cell (209) 614-4585This two-version hike will be on the popular section of the Appalachian Trail between Carvers Gap and US 19E. One group will start from US 19E and hike the 15 miles to Carvers Gap climbing 5300 vertical feet. Another group will begin at Carvers Gap and cover the same 15 miles while climbing 2600 vertical feet even though their end point will be at a much lower elevation than
their start. The groups will meet up on the trail and exchange car keys, eliminating the need for a long shuttle. This hike is for fit and experienced hikers only. Bring water, lunch and rain gear. The weather can be unpredictable. Please email or call David for further details, meeting time and place, preferably prior to Friday before the hike (Uphill: 15 miles, 5300 feet [R-68] Downhill: 15 miles, 2600 feet [R-41]).
August 16 & 17 Kayak the New RiverSaturday & Sunday Blacksburg, VAJoel Deaton Home 336-643-0213Cell 336 337 [email protected]
Join us in our 2nd year of paddling the New River near Blacksburg, Va. It is said to be Virginia’s most scenic section and after experiencing it last year, we all agreed. It is a beautiful river with low to moderate rapids and often surrounded by high cliffs. We will paddle different sections on Saturday and Sunday. Join us for the weekend or just one day. You can camp or utilize multiple lodging options. Most of us will stay at the McArthur Inn, a simple historic hotel in Narrows, VA. Not a trip appropriate for beginners but novice and above will enjoy the river. Rentals can be arranged locally. Contact me for complete details.
August 17 Owls Roost LoopSunday at 1:30 Bur Mil ParkMike Bianco [email protected]’s meet at 1:30 PM at the Wildlife Center in Bur Mil Park and hike the Owls Roost
watershed trail to the greenway, and back again using the fire lane trail or the new bike trail, that runs parallel to Owls Roost but higher up on the bluff, for part of the return trip. Proceed North on 220, past Horse Pen Creek Rd (on the left), then right at the traffic light at Owls Roost, and then left into Bur Mil Park. Bear right at the club house, park in the circular driveway at the bottom of the hill just below the Wildlife Center. No need to call, but please do if you have questions (7 miles [R-9]).
August 18 Power WalkMonday Greensboro City GreenwaysLyn Irving [email protected]
We will walk 7 miles on the city greenway maintaining at least a 4 mph pace. Our objective is a good cardio workout. If you are working up to this pace, we will catch you on the way back since it will be an out and back. Please email or call for time and location.
August 20 Wednesday Walk and Dinner
August 22 New River Bike RideFriday Galax, VADeb Peterson [email protected]
Today, we will complete a 31 mile round trip ride from the Cliffview trailhead in Galax to the small town of Fries, a former cotton mill company town developed by Colonel F. H. Fries. Our journey will take us across 12 railroad trestles. We begin at Cliffview where just to the west of the trail is Cliffside
Manor whose previous owner was T.L.Felts. Felts ran the Baldwin-Felts Detective Agency which supplied mine guards to the coal companies of central Appalachia during the violent labor struggles in the early 20th century. The story of these struggles is the basis for the John Sayles movie, Matewan. Continuing, we will pedal through the 193 foot Chestnut Creek Tunnel, the longest tunnel on the trail, and then across the river via the 1089 foot Fries Junction Trestle. We will then take the spur to the left and proceed along Chestnut Creek to the community of Fries. We will picnic along the river. There is a $4 park fee. For details as to time and meeting place, contact Deb Peterson at [email protected]
August 23 Grayson HighlandsSaturday VirginiaRuss Cannizzaro [email protected]
Very scenic circular hike from Massie Gap using the AT and various other trails. Fantastic views from Wilburn Ridge. Hopefully we will see some of the wild ponies who live in the park. Please contact me for meeting details. (12 miles, 2,000 feet elevation [R32]).
August 24 Five Overlook ChallengeSunday Hanging Rock State ParkAlan Lawrence [email protected]
We will meet at the Visitor’s Center and complete the “Five Overlooks Challenge,” a 10-mile excursion across the park’s highest peaks: Hanging Rock, Wolf Rock, House Rock, Cook’s Wall, and Moore’s Knob.
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Any visitor who completes the challenge in a single day is eligible to purchase an embroidered patch – (about 10 miles, 2200 ft. elevation gain [R32])
August 27 Wednesday Walk and Dinner
August 28 Pho Hien VuongThursday 4109-A Spring Garden StVicki Zina (336) [email protected]
Let’s meet for dinner at 7 pm at the Vietnamese restaurant, Pho Hien Vuong on Spring Garden St. This is an informal, casual atmosphere restaurant with outstanding food. Please call or email me before Thursday so I can let them know how many will be attending.
August 30 Caudill CabinSaturday Doughton ParkKaren Wilson [email protected]
August is an ideal time for making the 18 stream crossings up the cooling Basin Creek trail to historic Caudill Cabin at Doughton Park. Bring lunch, rain gear, and plenty of water (10 miles, 1600 feet of elevation gain [R26]).
August 31 Lake Townsend TrailSun. at 1:30 Greensboro Watershed Mike Bianco [email protected] 299-4461
Let’s meet at 1:30 PM for an easy, scenic hike along the wooded southern edge of
Lake Townsend. From Battleground Ave. or Lawndale, proceed east on Pisgah Church, continue east on Lees Chapel, bear left at Brightwood School, turn left at the T at Rudd Station Road, cross over the RR tracks and keep straight on South Shore Road for about 1/3 of a mile. Park in the gravel parking lot on your left. Allow about fifteen minutes drive time from Battleground. No need to call (8 miles [R8]).
Sept. 5 - 7 Paddle and Camping TripFriday-Sunday Upper James River Ken Cook Water Trail336-540-0949 Buchanan, [email protected]
This weekend we will head to Buchanan, VA for a complete fun filled adventure offered to all club members. We will camp at Hopper Creek Group Campsite on Friday and Saturday night. The site will accommodate fifty campers and includes amenities of twelve picnic tables, a duel stand-up BBQ grill, over-sized fire ring, and a “five star” vault toilet.
Saturday morning, I will be leading a paddling trip on the Upper James River Water Trail from Horseshoe Bend to Arcadia. This trip is a fourteen and a half mile float. There are numerous class I and II rapids. The trip should be approximately 6.5 hours long. For club members who would like to attend but need to rent a vessel, you can contact Twin River Outfitters at 540-261-7334 to make arrangements. For club members who would like to attend but not paddle, the camping facility is a
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short distance from Apple Orchard Falls, the Appalachian Trail, or other foot trails in the area. If you would like to attend the outing, please contact: Ken Cook at 336-540-0949 or e-mail me at [email protected] for more details.
Cedar Ridge Trail Hike to Brinegar Cabin at Doughton Park - Feb. 2014
Stone Mountain Hike - May 2014Hikers headed Southbound on the AT at Roan Highlands.
A great Day at the Linville Gorge with Hike Leader Ben Harris.
Trying to figure out which way to go in the Linville Gorge.
2014 PHOC Officers Karen Wilson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] 336-671-3921
Ruth Moss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Vice [email protected] 336-691-9545
Cecilia Lecompte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] 336-399-0718
Tony Phillips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] 336-408-9833
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEEPaula Bragg . . . . . . . Chair / Membership [email protected] 336-613-9608
NEWSLETTER COMMITTEEClare Strayhorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Editor/ [email protected]@gmail.com 919-309-5363
SOCIAL COMMITTEEShari Altman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] 336-969-1811
TRAILS COMMITTEEJohn Furnas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] H 336-855-8806
C 336-855-7277John FarmerJansen LasleyRuth MossJerry NewtonJeff Richter
WEB SITE COMMITTEEMarshall Weatherman . . . . .Chairman/[email protected] 336-852-2948
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All club activities are made possible through the volunteer efforts
of our members. We urge YOU to get involved.
Bruce BeckKaye BeckSherry BeckJoe BensonSue BroadwellLisa CarrellAnn DeMay
Lana GaineyCarol HamleyJohn HansonDot MasonLaura MacPhersonJerry Newton
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LIABILITY WAIVER
On behalf of myself and family members (if any), we do hereby release the Piedmont Hiking & Outing Club from any and all responsibility for any injuries, accidents or damages sustained while participating in a club outing. We certify our fitness and preparation to participate in an outing, and knowingly and freely accept the risk of such participation. We understand that an outing officially begins and ends at the trailhead or similar location(s) designated by the Club; and that an outing does not include carpooling, transportation, or transit to and from an outing, and we are personally responsible for and assume all risks to us associated with an outing and travel. Further, we do release any and all hike leaders, outings coordinators, club members or visitors from responsibility for any such injuries, accidents or damages that might be sustained on an outing. We understand that in the event that any person participating in an outing should, by their own volition, decide to leave the group in any manner, they shall do so at their own risk. Neither the Club nor its members shall be responsible in any manner for such actions.
We have read and understand this liability waiver, and agree that receipt by the Piedmont Hiking & Outing Club of this completed membership application form and the payment of the membership dues acknowledges acceptance of this liability waiver.
Piedmont Hiking & Outing ClubP.O. Box 10613Greensboro, NC 27404-0613
A Membership Application / Renewal Form is on the reverse side of this page.
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