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 […]
MCM will hold the 90th anniversary celebration at the Howard County Conservancy on Sunday, September 29. Registration is open! PLEASE SEE JANINE'S EMAIL DATED AUGUST 24 FOR THE LINK MCM 90th Anniversary Celebration. Sunday, Sept 29 from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Howard County Conservancy. How to register: Use the link in Janine's email. Member […]
Final hike of a series of 9 Moderate Plus hikes on the Appalachian Trail across Maryland. An out and back hike of a total of 10 miles going north from Harpers Ferry to Weverton Cliffs overlook. Total elevation gain is 550' with the longest climb of 550' over 1.3 miles. Pace averages 2.0-2.5 miles per […]
On this easy to moderate, hilly hike, we will hike on the Morgan Mill trail, fire roads, and others, with a stop at the shore of the Gunpowder. Pace 2 - 2.2 mph. Stream crossing, suggest a pole/s. Lunch stop.
This approx 7.5 mile hike starts at Drexel Woods Drive in Baltimore County. The hike loops around on several trails in the Pickall area with lunch at one of the park pavilions. There are several moderate climbs with around 600 feet of elevation and only one moderate stream crossing.
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 […]
This is a 9-mile circuit hike visiting Cunningham Falls, Hog Rock, Blue Ridge and Thurmont Vista, Wolf and Chimney Rocks. The elevation gain is 1700 ft. Our pace while hiking will average 2.0 to 2.5 MPH. There are no significant stream crossings.
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 […]
This hike will start at the northern trailhead in Belair, just behind Independent Brewing Company, and go south to Annie's Playground. The trail is mostly along stream valley open space and adjoining rolling hills, the Harford County Equestrian Center, and a regional playground at the turnaround at 3.3 miles. The surface is hard-packed stone or […]
This hike will combine nature treks with a walk through the neighborhood of Roland Park (not Lake Roland, but not far away), which features Olmsted-designed footpaths that wind their way between streets and houses. We will also talk about the development and history of the area in the 1890s-1920s. Although no poles are needed (unless […]
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 […]
