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Welcome
to the York Hiking Club Newsletter, a complete monthly listing of hikes,
work trips, special events and announcements.
All are welcome to come on out on a hike to see what the club is all about.
A welcome sheet is handed out at every hike. This sheet has all you need to join and get on the mailing list.
Need more information on a hike or activity?
Just contact the event leader- they will be happy to answer your questions.
Parking / Directions For the Club! Four Lots Click
Print version! also the PDF version! |
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Parking
For the Club! Four
Lots Click Fee
for a hike is only if one Carpools. Please volunteer to lead a hike or two
for this 2018 year. Departure Time: 8:00 AM
Departure Time: 8:00 AM
Departure Time: 8:30 AM
Departure Time: 10:00 AM
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16 – LONG HIKE (12 MILES): We’ll hike a meandering path through Wissahickon Gorge, including parts of Forbidden Drive, the 2018 PA Trail of the Year. We’ll cross a covered bridge, visit the Cave of Kelpius, and see statues of Tedyuscung and William Penn. This will be about a 90 minute drive from York. Bring good hiking shoes/boots, snacks, lunch, and water. Departure Time: 8:00 AM Departure Time: 8:30 AM
Welcome New Member: Bob Caldwell, 717-321-3027 or
Membership Dues 2018-19: Membership dues continue to be $10 for the year, which includes the Turkey Dinner. Many members contribute at a higher level. Checks should be made out to "York Hiking Club” and if mailed, sent to: Kathy Yost Miller, 510 Mundis Mill Rd, York PA 17406
Hike Leaders Wanted: We are so thankful for all of our hike leaders and were fortunate to add several new hike leaders this year. We are always in need of additional new hike leaders, so please consider leading a hike or two in 2019.
Please contact David Lukes at
if you would like to start leading hikes for the club. Training will be provided.
Newsletter Paper Subscriptions: Please send all newsletter requests (six months, nonrenewable) with a check for $5.00 made payable to “Membership Chairman: Linda Bean,” 1846 Marigold Road, York, PA 17408-1551 Telephone: 717-881-6651
Individuals who are willing to lead short hikes on Wednesdays
area also wanted. If you would like to lead a Family Friendly hike on Saturday or Sunday please contact the monthly chairperson. A short hike is recommended. Contact David Lukes with any questions about leading hikes at
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Blue links below take you to a map
page!
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1 – LONG HIKE (12 MILES): We will be hiking a section of the Mason-Dixon Trail, walking along the Susquehanna River from Apollo Park to just below Shank's Mare. Need water, lunch, good hiking shoes/boots, and
BLAZE ORANGE hat/clothing.
Meeting Location: Boscov's East Parking at Galleria Mall across from Red Robin
Hike Leader: Todd Trimmer, 717-817-2394 or
Carpool Fee: $4.00
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8 – MEDIUM HIKE (8-9 MILES): It is Christmas time at Harpers Ferry, WV and the town is decorated! Also, the AT Headquarters will be serving holiday cookies and warm cider. The hike will be about 8 -9 miles starting on the AT and then to Maryland Heights overlook - via the long route. This is a steep and strenuous climb, but folks can do less if they choose and explore the town. Those with a National Park pass should bring it along for parking. Bring boots, water, and lunch.
Meeting Location: West End Meeting Area, 1201 Woodberry
Road parking @ RT 616
Hike Leader: Kim Shue, 717-637-7103 or
Carpool Fee: $5.00
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9 – MEDIUM HIKE (6-8 MILES): We’ll hike Rocky Ridge County Park, with an option to visit the Christmas Magic light show at the park. Tickets for this event are not part of the hike and must be purchased online ahead of time. The leader will be working the concession stand at 4:30, so this hike will be timed to end at that time, hence the range of mileage. We’ll keep mostly to the perimeter trail around the park. Bring snacks, water, and good hiking shoes/boots.
Meeting Location: Rocky Ridge County Park, first lot on the left near restrooms
Hike Leader: David Lukes, 717-818-4751 or
Carpool Fee: None
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15 – SHORT HIKE (3 MILES): We’ll take an urban hike to see the many murals of York. The hike will start and finish at 150 Roosevelt Ave, York PA. People can park on the street for free on the weekends. We will see 18 murals and stop for lunch at Central Market on the corner of Beaver and Philadelphia. It’s an easy walk and those that don’t want to have lunch can just walk back to their vehicle on their own. If you wish to meet at 150 Roosevelt, the group should arrive about 10:15.
Meeting Location: West End Meeting Area, 1201 Woodberry
Road parking @ RT 616
Hike Leader: Suzette DeStevens, 717-495-5286 or
Carpool Fee: $1.00
Meeting Location: Boscov's East Parking at Galleria Mall across from Red Robin
Hike Leader: David Lukes, 717-818-4751 or
Carpool Fee: $5.00
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23 – SHORT HIKE (4 MILES): The hike will begin and end at Breezyview Overlook, above the Susquehanna River near Columbia. We will hike over to Clayton B. Shank Trail and some of Chickies also. The hike will be an easy to medium level, and we will have to cross the road also. Bring good boots/hiking shoes, snacks, and water.
Meeting Location: Breezyview Gazebo, 770 Breezyview Drive, Columbia, PA 17512
Hike Leader: Donna Hess, 717-572-6113 or
Carpool Fee: None
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
New Email Address? Contact Bernie Frick (
). This information is held by the club only and will be used to send club information and for inclusion in our yearly logbook. Thank you for your cooperation.
Please note change: hike leaders should send the sign-up sheet to the membership chairman,
Linda Bean (
) after the hike, and do not forget to send your Hike write-up
for the Log Book to Julie Falsetti (
).”
Thursday Weekly Trail Maintenance: Contact Jim Hooper for information for the current week 717-252-3784 or
Card Committee: Linda Bean serves as the “card committee.” If you know of someone with a serious illness, having surgery, etc., please notify Linda at
or 764-1091 and she will send them a card from the club. New Email Address? Contact Bernie Frick (
) or Phyllis Morley (
). This information is held by the club only and will be used to send club information and for inclusion in our yearly logbook. Thank you for your cooperation.
Please volunteer to lead a hike or two for this year's schedule.
* "If there are no objections within 10 days" refers to things like almost getting a hike kicked out of a park.
A sheet is handed out to all New hikers at the parking lots before the hikes.
Our new place for meetings/events is inside the York Township Recreation Building,
directions as follows:
Parking lot maps
York County High School of Technology (Vo-Tec)
North End meeting place Exit 24 route 83 Park and ride Lot N/E Corner