Friday, August 7, 2009
09.08.06_poop.sheet
09.08.06_poop.sheet
Red/Blue/Green Lining --------- the Blue Hills
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Date: Thursday, August 6, 2009
Time: Leave promptly at 6:00 pm (Please be there earlier to sign in)
Trailhead: The "middle lot" on Route 28 (look at your Blue Hills trail map, you will see that there are 3 parking lots on Route 28, we'll meet in the middle one)
Tonight's Co-leader:
Tonight's Volunteers: Maureen Kelly (cartographer), Ellen Correia (sign-in, attendance), Linda Glynn (registrar, screening), Sue Salmon (Social Coordinator), Jerry Yos (sweep)
Tonight's Official AMC Leaders: Bob Vogel
Tonight's Official AMC Leaders: Bob Vogel
Home: 508-238-7732, Cell (on Thurs 4 - 6 only): 508-846-1032
(Cheryl Lathrop, Joe Keogh are on vacation!)
Tonight's Hike: Leaders Choice! In general, a hike out to Kitchamakin Hill.
Tonight's Hike: Leaders Choice! In general, a hike out to Kitchamakin Hill.
Directions to Trailhead: I93/128 to Exit 5-north, Route 28. Park in the middle parking lot (the second one on the left as you go north).
SEE MAP BELOW !
PLEASE NOTE THAT NOW THAT THE SUN IS SETTING LATER IN THE EVENING, OUR HIKES ARE ALSO GOING TO ALSO EXTEND BEYOND 8 PM
Our website: http://amcsem.org/RLBHWS/index.htm
Our blog: http://semamcrlbh.blogspot.com
In the Blue Hills, it's not mandatory to have 'official' hiking clothing and equipment. However, headlamps/flashlights are mandatory, as we frequently complete hikes in the dark. Water and raincoats are mandatory as well. Please pay attention to the "one (1) Quart Minimum" of water.
NOTE: If you are interested in becoming a leader, please let us know and we will train you as a co-leader!
NOTE: If you are interested in becoming a leader, please let us know and we will train you as a co-leader!
What to Bring:
REQUIRED ITEMS
- Hiking Boots or sturdy tie shoes Required.
- Rain Coat/Jacket Required: Please bring it every week, if only to appease the sun gods
- Water Required: At least one Quart. Hiking works up a thirst, and dehydration is a major source of hiking problems. Staying hydrated during hikes helps you feel better the next day.
- Headlamp or Flashlight: Required: The end of the hikes are frequently in the dark.
RECOMMENDED ITEMS
- Insect repellent: Recommended. Ticks, mosquitos, etc.
- Hiking poles Recommended. Saves your knees, better balance for stream crossings, etc.
- First Aid Kit: Leaders carry a group first aid kit in case of injury, however all hikers should always bring Band-Aids, moleskin, personal medication that may be needed during a hike.
- Toilet paper: There are no rest areas in the woods.
- Snacks for during the hike.
- Trashbag. Attach to your pack for picking up litter.
Cancellation Policy: We hike every Thursday, rain or shine. Fun is where and when you make it! However, thunderstorms, tornadoes, and lightning will cancel or shorten the hikes!
Risks: Rattlesnakes, ticks, EEE, West Nile, breaking your ankle, poking a stick in your eye, heart attacks, etc. There are also balancing benefits, like exercise and the fellowship of other hikers. That's not to mention the simple pleasure of walking in the woods! The balance point varies for each person. It is your choice.
General Notes:
- No dogs are permitted on these trips.
- Cell phones: May be brought but must be turned off during the hikes
- We will hike 'together'. Please plan to complete the hike with us. Light rain will not cancel the hikes. Under severe weather conditions ( if it starts pouring) we, as a group, will decide to continue or head back. We will take a "separation break" at 7:00 pm.
- Thunderstorms/ Lightning will cancel or shorten the trips! As will Tornadoes!!
- Anyone with a medical condition (asthma inhaler, epipen, etc.) please inform the leader.
- Non-AMC members are permitted and encouraged to attend our hikes. ( hopefully having fun with us will encourage them/you to join.
- If you would like to bring a friend, whom you know to have experience, the proper equipment, etc., please have them register with our registrar, Linda. This is a show-n-go hike, but only after you are screened and registered.
- There are rattlesnakes and copperheads within the Blue Hills. Rare, but they do exist. If you are concerned about this, please ask now, not when we meet one on the trail!
Any questions, please call or email:
Leader: Cheryl Lathrop: 508-254-0709 (cell), cheryl4698@verizon.net
Leader: Joe Keogh : 508-542-0665 (cell), jpkeo24@gmail.com
Registrar: Linda Glynn; 508-496-4009, kjgldg@verizon.net (screens & signs up new people)
Leader: Cheryl Lathrop: 508-254-0709 (cell), cheryl4698@verizon.net
Leader: Joe Keogh : 508-542-0665 (cell), jpkeo24@gmail.com
Registrar: Linda Glynn; 508-496-4009, kjgldg@verizon.net (screens & signs up new people)
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Monday, August 3, 2009
09.07.30_poop.sheet
09.07.30_poop.sheet
Red/Blue/Green Lining --------- the Blue Hills
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Date: Thursday, July 30, 2009
Time: Leave promptly at 6:00 pm (Please be there earlier to sign in)
Trailhead: Exit 2, Rt. 138 park-n-ride lot
Tonight's Co-leader:
Tonight's Volunteers: Maureen Kelly (cartographer), Ellen Correia (sign-in, attendance), Linda Glynn (registrar, screening), Sue Salmon (Social Coordinator), Jerry Yos (sweep)
Tonight's Official AMC Leaders: Cheryl Lathrop, Joe Keogh
Tonight's Hike: Another chunk of the Skyline Trail. The first half is flat (and almost swampy). Then some easy elevation as we skirt the bottom of Little Blue. Then we'll (carefully!) cross 138 and ascend Big Blue. It is steep, but we will go slowly, and we will take rest stops -- not to fear! Grab the circular trail around Eliot Tower, then back down Big Blue to our cars.
Directions to Trailhead: I93/128 to Exit 2. Go north on 138. Park in park-n-ride lot. If you see the Trailside Museum, you are too far north on 138! (We'll then carpool down Royal St. to the official beginning of the Skyline Trail, and begin our hike there.)
SEE MAP BELOW !
PLEASE NOTE THAT NOW THAT THE SUN IS SETTING LATER IN THE EVENING, OUR HIKES ARE ALSO GOING TO ALSO EXTEND BEYOND 8 PM
Our website: http://amcsem.org/RLBHWS/index.htm
Our blog: http://semamcrlbh.blogspot.com
In the Blue Hills, it's not mandatory to have 'official' hiking clothing and equipment. However, headlamps/flashlights are mandatory, as we frequently complete hikes in the dark. Water and raincoats are mandatory as well. Please pay attention to the "one (1) Quart Minimum" of water.
NOTE: If you are interested in becoming a leader, please let us know and we will train you as a co-leader!
NOTE: If you are interested in becoming a leader, please let us know and we will train you as a co-leader!
What to Bring:
REQUIRED ITEMS
- Hiking Boots or sturdy tie shoes Required.
- Rain Coat/Jacket Required: Please bring it every week, if only to appease the sun gods
- Water Required: At least one Quart. Hiking works up a thirst, and dehydration is a major source of hiking problems. Staying hydrated during hikes helps you feel better the next day.
- Headlamp or Flashlight: Required: The end of the hikes are frequently in the dark.
RECOMMENDED ITEMS
- Insect repellent: Recommended. Ticks, mosquitos, etc.
- Hiking poles Recommended. Saves your knees, better balance for stream crossings, etc.
- First Aid Kit: Leaders carry a group first aid kit in case of injury, however all hikers should always bring Band-Aids, moleskin, personal medication that may be needed during a hike.
- Toilet paper: There are no rest areas in the woods.
- Snacks for during the hike.
- Trashbag. Attach to your pack for picking up litter.
Cancellation Policy: We hike every Thursday, rain or shine. Fun is where and when you make it! However, thunderstorms, tornadoes, and lightning will cancel or shorten the hikes!
Risks: Rattlesnakes, ticks, EEE, West Nile, breaking your ankle, poking a stick in your eye, heart attacks, etc. There are also balancing benefits, like exercise and the fellowship of other hikers. That's not to mention the simple pleasure of walking in the woods! The balance point varies for each person. It is your choice.
General Notes:
- No dogs are permitted on these trips.
- Cell phones: May be brought but must be turned off during the hikes
- We will hike 'together'. Please plan to complete the hike with us. Light rain will not cancel the hikes. Under severe weather conditions ( if it starts pouring) we, as a group, will decide to continue or head back. We will take a "separation break" at 7:00 pm.
- Thunderstorms/ Lightning will cancel or shorten the trips! As will Tornadoes!!
- Anyone with a medical condition (asthma inhaler, epipen, etc.) please inform the leader.
- Non-AMC members are permitted and encouraged to attend our hikes. ( hopefully having fun with us will encourage them/you to join.
- If you would like to bring a friend, whom you know to have experience, the proper equipment, etc., please have them register with our registrar, Linda. This is a show-n-go hike, but only after you are screened and registered.
- There are rattlesnakes and copperheads within the Blue Hills. Rare, but they do exist. If you are concerned about this, please ask now, not when we meet one on the trail!
Any questions, please call or email:
Leader: Cheryl Lathrop: 508-254-0709 (cell), cheryl4698@verizon.net
Leader: Joe Keogh : 508-542-0665 (cell), jpkeo24@gmail.com
Registrar: Linda Glynn; 508-496-4009, kjgldg@verizon.net (screens & signs up new people)
Leader: Cheryl Lathrop: 508-254-0709 (cell), cheryl4698@verizon.net
Leader: Joe Keogh : 508-542-0665 (cell), jpkeo24@gmail.com
Registrar: Linda Glynn; 508-496-4009, kjgldg@verizon.net (screens & signs up new people)
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