Hike of 5-6 miles on easy terrain and visit areas in the conservancy including Hodge Podge Lodge, gardens, Nature Center, animals, and much more.  Bring a light snack since meal won't be served until later in the day Note that registration is required for this hike. Registering for this hike does not include tickets for […]

This morning hike begins where Providence Road enters the Loch Raven watershed. We head through the hilly woods to the east past some secluded coves, then loop west along the water and back through the woods to Providence Road. About 600 feet of elevation. Pace 2.5 mph. There will be a 10 minute snack break […]

Join us on this hike that will begin on the west side of Georges Creek at Prettyboy Reservoir. We will follow the Prettyboy Trail & hike up to Shamberger’s Peninsula. The Shamberger Trail is an old “horse & buggy” road. We will hike part way down Shamberger's Pennisula, and will have an absolutely awesome lunch […]

This hike starts at Marriotsville Road parking area next to the railroad tracks, then hikes north towards Sykesville using the River Road Trail and side trails. There will be about 900-1000 feet of ascent.

Enjoy this fun, casual morning hike through the beautiful wooded areas of Loch Raven. Some flat areas, some rolling hills, some hills a bit steeper, but they are short climbs. Highest elevation is 400 feet. One or two minor stream crossings. We will hike at a moderate pace. Refreshments on our deck after the hike. […]

Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with moderate and hard day hikes: Welch-Dickey Loop (Oct. 7, this hike), Mt Chocorua (Oct. 8), Zeacliff (Oct. 9), Open Day (Oct. 10), Mt Lafayette (Oct. 11). Sign up for as many hikes as you would like. Attendees are responsible for making their […]

Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with moderate and hard day hikes: Welch-Dickey Loop (Oct. 7), Mt Chocorua (Oct. 8, this hike), Zeacliff (Oct. 9), Open Day (Oct. 10), Mt Lafayette (Oct. 11). Sign up for as many hikes as you would like. Attendees are responsible for making their […]

Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with moderate and hard day hikes: Welch-Dickey Loop (Oct. 7), Mt Chocorua (Oct. 8), Zeacliff (Oct. 9, this hike), Open Day (Oct. 10), Mt Lafayette (Oct. 11). Sign up for as many hikes as you would like. Attendees are responsible for making their […]

Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with moderate and hard day hikes: Welch-Dickey Loop (Oct. 7), Mt Chocorua (Oct. 8), Zeacliff (Oct. 9), Open Day (Oct. 10, this hike), Mt Lafayette (Oct. 11). Sign up for as many hikes as you would like. Attendees are responsible for making their […]

Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with moderate and hard day hikes: Welch-Dickey Loop (Oct. 7), Mt Chocorua (Oct. 8), Zeacliff (Oct. 9), Open Day (Oct. 10), Mt Lafayette (Oct. 11, this hike). Sign up for as many hikes as you would like. Attendees are responsible for making their […]

This hike will take in many trails in the Avalon and Hilton Area of PVSP including Santee Branch, Grist Mill, Bloede Dam, Garrett’s Pass, Ridge, Valley View, Morning Choice and Forest Glen, along with Cascade Falls. There are a couple stream crossings and a total elevation gain of approx. 1300 feet. The hiking pace will […]

Young dogs, old dogs, wild and crazy dogs, shy dogs. Well – trained, not so well- trained dogs. Easy going or grouchy, big or little. We accept all dogs, and humans, of these descriptions. Once we start moving, WE ARE A PACK! Please bring snacks and water for you and the dog. No dog? Well, […]

This lollipop hike starts at the Manor Area parking area of Cunningham Falls State Park and follows the Catoctin Trail south into Cunningham Falls State Park and Frederick Municipal Forest. Stops at White Rock overlook and Mountaindale Overlook, with a pleasant stretch along the Vandal Trail and Little Fishing Creek. Several long climbs and total […]

We start at St. Alphonsus Rodriguez Church on Old Court Road and follow the trail near the church past what was Woodstock College and down to the Patapsco. We then turn west along the river, follow the north branch and eventually loop around and back to the church. Some minor stream crossings, some rocky and […]

Moderate to fast-paced hike on Loch Raven trails. Should be done by 11:30 or 12:00 so you will have a lot of time the rest of the day to get things done.

This out-and-back hike repeats the original hike led in October 1935 by the founders of the Mountain Club of Maryland to discuss the establishment of a Baltimore-based hiking club. We will retrace that hike, starting from Gathland State Park and hiking to the Weverton Cliffs overlook, where we will have lunch and then return. For […]

We will hike 7 miles at a moderate pace (2.4 mph) in the Owens Creek area of Catoctin Mountain Park. The approximate elevation gain is 800 ft. Please indicate if you plan to carpool or meet at the trailhead.

This is a figure 8 hike starting at the Cedar Run Trailhead.  The hike heads down the Cedar Run Trail and then up the Whiteoak Canyon Trail, past the Lower and Upper Whiteoak Falls and back via the Skyland-Big Meadows Trail. We will then head up and Lower Hawksbill Trail to the top of Hawksbill, […]

Change in Direction:  After scouting the trails, I found that the Hazeltop Summit did not have the terrific views as expected.  In fact, it had no view!  The trail at, and near, the summit was thickly tree lined, with nothing to see except the narrow trail ahead... and behind.  But all is not lost. Instead […]

No tricks , but lots of treats, on this fun, casual hike. Moderate pace through the beautiful Morgan Mill Area of Loch Raven. We will meet at 9:00 a.m. in my driveway. After the hike, refreshments on our deck and treat bags to take home. ???? ( Note: This hike will be cancelled if it's […]

Starting at the parking lot above Greenbriar Lake, we will hike many of the trail loops within the park. The elevation gain is approx. 1500 feet. The hiking pace will be 2.5 to 3.0 mph. We will stop for lunch. Please indicate whether you plan to carpool or meet at the trailhead.

In and out hike along wooded trails, some along the falls and on Jesse's trail. We will leave from Harford Rd, cross Belair Rd and go a short distance toward Jerusalem Mill. Hiking poles recommended. Few very minor creek crossings, but may be muddy in spots. Questions: sriddleberger@comcast.net or 410-978-0213

Young dogs, old dogs, wild and crazy dogs, shy dogs. Well – trained, not so well- trained dogs. Easy going or grouchy, big or little. We accept all dogs, and humans, of these descriptions. Once we start moving, WE ARE A PACK! Please bring snacks and water for you and the dog. No dog? Well, […]

After several years of dam reconstruction, the scenic Lake Williams has been refilled with water. This hike starts at the Richard Nixon Nature Center and hikes trails in the woods surrounding Lake Williams in the York, PA watershed, with moderate hills and pleasant views of the lake. We will hike at a moderate pace of […]

This First Saturday of the month hike along the Appalachian Trail is a self-paced, out and back hike intended for those who wish to explore their abilities. The hike has intermediate "distance/ascent” targets, so you can both track how far/fast you have walked and test/develop your pace and stamina. All hikers MUST turnaround no later […]

This hike begins at the Avalon Area Orange Grove parking lot, follows the Cascade, and other trails weaving through the Howard County hills south of the Patapsco. We cross the footbridge past the old Bloede Dam site and up into the hills on the Baltimore County side. We descend to cross the second footbridge over […]