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Photo by Cumberland Chapter member Tom R. Filbin |
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Date |
Outing |
Leader |
Location |
Difficulty |
| October (Sundays) Ongoing April-October |
Bicycling, Wildflowers & Wine Tasting | Mia Schmitt (513) 583-9208 |
Little Miami Trail Loveland, Ohio |
Moderate |
| Join Mia Schmitt several Sunday afternoons of each month, April through October, for a leisurely (10 mph), 22 mile total, road bike ride on the flat, paved, and scenic (!), rail-to-trail Little Miami Trail. We’ll meet in Loveland, Ohio (20 miles east of Cincinnati); follow the bike trail as it meanders beside the lovely Little Miami River, enjoying the wildflower display of each season; ride to Valley Vineyards for wine tasting; then back to Loveland. 11 miles each way; weather permitting. You can even rent a bike and helmet in Loveland, from Loveland Bike & Skate Rental, 513-683-0468. Call early. There is a 10 rider limit each ride.
E-mail or phone Mia for details no later than Thursday evening of each week before a Sunday you’re interested in riding. Check-out the Sierra Club “Cumberland” newsletter’s monthly Northern KY Group News, or our Northern KY Group website for more information. Happy (Bike) Trails!!!! Rating: Moderate – This is a moderate, (riding experience and fitness required); adult-only outing. A bike helmet and water bottle(s) are required for each rider in order to participate. Riders must be able to make their own repairs, if necessary, to their bikes. |
| October 9, 11, 16, 18 (Tue & Thur evenings for 2 consecutive weeks) |
Beginning Backpack Class | Lane Boldman & Joey Shadowen: 859-252-3422 |
Lexington, KY | Easy |
| This is a beginning backpack class taught by members of the Bluegrass Group. You will learn about the proper equipment, safety, orienteering, survival skills and “Leave No Trace” ethics. Classes run for two weeks on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7-8:30 pm. and will conclude with an optional weekend trip on October 20-21 (see separate listing).
Rating: Easy, suitable for beginners. |
| October 12-14 (Fri-Sun) |
Lightweight Backpack and Service Trip | Larry Ridenour: 859-299-9470 Assistant Leader: |
Sheltowee Trace southern part of the Daniel Boone National Forest, KY |
Strenuous |
| This is the fourth and final hike in a series of weekend hikes along the Sheltowee Trace National Recreation Trail. The hike will begin at Barren Fork Horse Camp, about 3 miles north of Whitely City on US 27, and end at Cumberland Falls State Park. Along this 17-mile section we will experience the lush green stream valleys of Railroad Fork, Barren Fork, Indian Creek and Cumberland River Gorge. We will experience lots of rock houses and mining history. We will also be working with the forest service to do trail maintenance on this section of the Sheltowee Trace.
Rating: Strenuous, 17 miles; must be fit and experienced. Limit: 8 people (no dogs). |
| October 19 (Friday) |
Evening Walk and Dinner | Becky Hunger: 502-454-4595 Barbara Hedspeth: |
Louisville, KY | Easy |
| Walk and eat at our monthly social gathering. Join us for a short walk after a meal at one of Louisville Originals (locally owned restaurants). Check the Greater Louisville Sierra Club website http://www.louisville.sierraclub.org/ for details.
Rating: Easy, suitable for beginners. |
| October 20 (Sat) |
Off the Beaten Path | Elizabeth Glass 502-243-2338 |
Robinson Forest | Moderate |
| Join us as we pair with UK’s Greenthumb and KY Heartwood for a visit and hike at Robinson Forest. Learn about the clear-cutting planned for the forest and other environmental impacts to the region such as mountaintop removal, and enjoy a hike in a beautiful old growth forest! It should be a great time with great people!
Rating: Moderate. Suitable for beginners. |
| October 20-21 (Sat-Sun) |
Sea Kayaking | Ron Dierolf 270 442-9214 |
Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area Western KY |
Moderate |
| Paddle from Dover, TN to Elbow Bay, KY along the Lake Barkley shore of the Land Between the Lakes. Depending on water levels we will camp on an island or an isolated area of shoreline Saturday night. The fall colors should be great with mild days and chilly nights. Waterfowl are abundant in this area. A Backcountry Camping Permit is required and can be obtained in person at any of the LBL visitor centers. Rates are $5 per adult for a three-day permit and $15 per adult for a year-long permit. The leader is looking for an assistant leader for this trip.
Rating: Moderate. Saturday we will cover about 15 miles and Sunday about 10 miles. Suitable for beginning and intermediate kayakers. Any touring kayak is suitable. Use of recreational kayaks is discouraged due to the possibility of waves up to two feet, winds, and cool temperatures. Limit – 10 people. |
| October 20-21 (Sat-Sun) |
Beginner’s Backpack Trip | Lane Boldman Joey Shadowen & faithful dog Mac: 859-252-3422 |
Daniel Boone National Forest Slade, KY |
Easy |
| The Bluegrass Group’s backpacking class will take their “graduation trip” this weekend. Anyone interested in a beginner’s level backpack is welcome to join us, subject to available space in addition to students. (If you are interested in the class as well, please see listing under October 9th). Our hike will be about 2 miles to a scenic area of the Daniel Boone Forest. This will leave plenty of time to set up camp and relax or do additional dayhiking.
Rating: Easy, suitable for beginners. |
| October 20-21 (Saturday-Sunday) |
Mountain Bike | Dave Cooper: 859-299-5669 |
Land Between the Lakes, KY | Moderate |
| We will mountain bike around the Land Between the Lakes area, exploring and camping overnight Saturday. Sunday we will go another route. Trip lengths will be tailored to participant’s skill levels. It might be a laid back trip, so don’t be afraid to sign up, even if you aren’t an experienced mountain biker!
Rating: Moderate, helmet required, suitable for beginners. |
| October 20-21 (Sat-Sun) |
Rock Climbing: Learn to Climb | Ron Dierolf: (270) 442-9214 An assistant leader is needed for this trip |
Drapers Bluff or Jackson Falls, IL | Moderate |
| Enjoy the vertical environment. Learn about climbing gear, how to use it, and climb on the some of the best rocks in the Midwest.
This program will be conducted at Drapers Bluff or Jackson Falls in Illinois. The trip leader is an American Mountain Guide Association Certified Top Rope Site Manager. This is a beginner-friendly environment with many beginner and intermediate routes. All participants must have had at least one day of previous indoor or outdoor climbing experience and will be required to sign a standard Sierra Club waiver. Bring your own gear (subject to approval by the trip leader). Some harnesses, helmets, and shoes will be available but sizes will be limited. Primitive camping is available on site and developed camping is available at nearby Ferne Clyffe State Park. In case of bad weather an alternate date will be established prior to the trip. Pets are not allowed on climbing trips. Prerequisites: All participants must be Sierra Club members and must have had some previous basic instruction or experience in rock climbing techniques. The required instruction can be provided by the trip leader prior to the trip. Contact the trip leader at least one week prior to the trip to obtain approval to participate. All participants must complete and submit a medical approval form at least two weeks prior to the trip. Contact the trip leader or the Chapter Outings Chair (Joey Shadowen, 859-252-3422) for the form. Rating: Moderate;suitable for beginners with some experience of all ages (the leader is 57 and afraid of heights). Limit – 6 people. Minimum age – 12. (children ages 12-18 participating without a parent will need a signed parental consent form and medical release form) Maximum age – none. |
| October 21 (Sun) |
Dayhike | Lewis Brown: 812-364-4453 |
Washington County, IN north of Salem |
Strenuous |
| Hike the Knobstone Trail extension from Spurgeon Hollow trailhead to Highway 135 and back. Cross Delaney Creek via a footbridge that was constructed by volunteers from the Hoosier Hikers Council.
Rating: Strenuous. 7 miles. Route will proceed up steep incline after crossing Delaney Creek. Suitable for Beginners only if in they are in very good shape. |
| October 26 (Friday) |
Friday Night Dinner & Movie | Terese Pierskalla: 859-277-9737 |
Lexington, KY | Easy |
| What better way to spend a Friday evening than to watch a movie and share a pot-luck! Videos will be shown in a member’s home, so bring a pot-luck dish to share and enjoy!
Rating: Easy, suitable for beginners. |
| October 27 (Saturday) |
Outings Leader Training 101 | Joe & Panaena Bina: 812-923-6974 Elizabeth Glass: |
Bernheim Forest Clermont, KY |
Easy |
| If you are a Sierra Club member and would like to lead outings, join us at Berheim Forest (just 20 minutes south of Louisville) for OLT 101. We will be conducting an interactive session to prepare you for leading day hikes and car camping trips. The training will include a short hike along one of Bernheim’s trails to practice your new skills. A $5 fee covers materials and snacks.
Rating: Easy, suitable for beginners. |
| October 27-28 (Sat-Sun) |
Backpacking Trip | Kenny Karem: 502-895-6073 |
Red River Gorge Slade, KY |
Moderate |
| We’ll be camping on an off-trail cliffside overlook. We’ll have spectacular views of the gorge while hiking though autumn overlooks. Join this laidback trip that has been led for decades.
Rating: Moderate, suitable for beginners. |
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