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Date |
Outing |
Leader |
Location |
Difficulty |
| March 2 (Sunday) |
Beginner Backpack Class, Part I | Bob Mulhall: (502) 425-4214 Bill Taylor: Karen Terhune: Connie Farmer: Michael Williams: Other Instructors: |
Louisville, KY | Easy |
| A group of experienced backpackers will teach the basics of backpacking on 2 Sunday evenings. We will cover tents/shelters, backpacks, sleeping bags, footwear, clothing, stoves, trip & meal planning, safety, and minimal impact camping. An easy overnight backpack trip will be taken in April. A $20 fee will be charged to cover costs (includes a $15 textbook that will be given to each student). Additional family member fee is $5 each and does not include the textbook. Backpack rental is available.
(Part II of this class will be March 16) Rating: Easy, suitable for beginners, limited to 10 or 12 students |
| March 9 (Sunday) |
Mountain Bike | Dave Cooper: 859-299-5669 |
Virginia Creeper Rail Trail near Abingdon, VA | Moderate |
| The Virginia Creeper Trail in western Virginia near Abingdon is one of America’s best rail trails. It winds up a mountain, with many bridges over creek gorges and then we will turn around and
coast all the way down. We will camp Saturday night in the region and then bike on Sunday. Don’t miss this beautiful and scenic trip!!
Rating: Moderate, Helmet required. |
| March 13-16 (Thur-Sun) |
Backpack: John Muir Trail |
Jerry Redden: 606-768-2400 |
Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area Oneida, TN |
Strenuous |
| This trail offers a great balance of canyons, streams, sheer cliffs and valleys with several fairly good climbs. It is one the those trails where just about the time you think things are getting routine, some incredible work of nature comes into view. I am requesting no watches, telephones, those things that tell you where you are and similar “stuff”. You should be an experienced backpacker in good condition.
Rating: Strenuous, 45-50 miles depending on weather; limit 6 participants. |
| March 15 (Saturday) |
Day hike | Oscar Geralds & Frankie Barker: 859-264-8903 |
Salato Wildlife Education Center Frankfort, KY |
Easy |
| We plan to hike the four mile trail. There will be time to visit the various exhibits, including elk, bison, black bear and more.
Rating: Easy, suitable for beginners and children. |
| March 16 (Sunday) |
Beginner Backpack Class, Part II | Bob Mulhall: (502) 425-4214 Bill Taylor: Karen Terhune: Connie Farmer: Michael Williams: Other Instructors: |
Louisville, KY | Easy |
| A group of experienced backpackers will teach the basics of backpacking on 2 Sunday evenings. We will cover tents/shelters, backpacks, sleeping bags, footwear, clothing, stoves, trip & meal planning, safety and minimal impact camping. An easy overnight backpack trip will be taken in April. A $20 fee will be charged to cover costs (includes a $15 textbook that will be given to each student). Additional family member fee is $5 each and does not include the textbook. Backpack rental available.
(Part I of this class will be March 2) Rating: Easy, suitable for beginners, limited to 10 or 12 students |
| March 21 (Friday) |
Evening Walk and Dinner |
Barbara Hedspeth: 502-896-0242 |
Louisville, Kentucky | Easy |
| Walk and eat at our monthly social gathering. Join us for a short walk prior to a meal at one of Louisville Originals (locally owned restaurants). Check the Greater Louisville Sierra Club website for details. |
| March 21-23 (Fri-Sun, including travel time) |
16th Annual Spring Equinox Service Trip: John James Audubon State Park State Nature Preserve |
Martha & Darren Payne (859) 498-5894 Assistant Leader: |
Henderson, KY | Moderate to Strenuous |
| This year’s service project finds us at John James Audubon State Park in Henderson. We will be pulling the invasive garlic mustard plant. Julie McDonald, park naturalist, will assist us in identifying the plant.
We will have campsites reserved for us. Your leaders will cook Saturday night dinner (small fee/donation is requested) as you relax, enjoy good company and conversation. We may have time to explore the preserve and surrounding park. The nature preserve comprises 338 acres in the state park which was originally set aside as a bird sanctuary and memorial to the naturalist John James Audubon and offers a chance to explore the peaceful woods Audubon walked as he studied the subjects of his paintings. Situated along the banks of the Ohio River, the area boasts rich displays of wildflowers and bluffs overlooking the river. The park also houses the world’s largest collection of Audubon’s art and offers exhibits on the artist’s life. Coinciding with our weekend stay will be a special exhibit entitled “The Beauty of Audubon” which features scenes of the park by featured artists. Come join us for a weekend of satisfying work as well as an opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty of the area! Rating: Moderate to strenuous, suitable for beginners; work at your own pace |
| March 23 (Sunday) |
Dayhike | Lewis Brown: 812-364-4453 |
Knobstone Trail Harrison Crawford State Forest west of Corydon, IN |
Moderate |
| Hike a portion of the Adventure Hiking Trail near what is known as Cold Friday in the Harrison Crawford State Forest. The route is entirely in the woods and follows a portion of Big Indian Creek which can be seen from at least one vista.
Rating: Moderate, 7 miles, 4 hours; Suitable for beginners who are in shape. |
| March 25 & 27 April 1 and 3 (Tue & Thur evenings for 2 consecutive weeks) |
Beginning Backpack Class | Joey Shadowen & Lane Boldman: 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 April 5-6 (see separate listing).
Rating: Easy, suitable for beginners. |
| March 29 (Saturday) |
Chili Spring Day hike | Joe & Panaena Bina: 812-923-6974 |
Clifty Falls State Park Madison, IN |
Moderate |
| Join us for this St. Patrick’s Day hike through the narrow valley, sheer cliffs and plunging waterfalls of Clifty Falls State Park in southern Indiana. The park’s features were created during the Ice Age where the southward flowing waters of Clifty Creek met the newly formed Ohio River. We’ll explore the valley along the creek during this early-spring hike when the falls are most impressive. Afterwards, we’ll share a batch of Smokin’ Joe’s Chili with the group.
Rating: Moderate, but can be strenuous at times, approximately 6 miles of sometimes steep terrain. There are two creek crossings for which you should come prepared to keep your feet dry. |
| March 29 (Saturday) |
Evening hike | Mike Gowen: 270-809-7040 |
Lake Barkley State Park Cadiz, KY |
Moderate |
| Join the newly reformed Great Rivers Group for a sunset hike. We will hike the 1 ¾ mile Blue Spring Trail, through the rolling hills and oak-hickory woodlands of Lake Barkley State Park-just in time to watch the sun set over Blue Spring Bay.
We will meet under the Barkley Lodge Breezeway at 5:45 p.m. and depart at 6 p.m. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring water and trail snacks. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Mike Gowen will lead this approximately 2 hour hike. This is during Lake Barkley State Park’s Backpacking Weekend, so there will be an abundance of activities happening at the park on the 28th & 29th. For more information contact the trip leader, Mike Gowen at the phone/Email above, or Lake Barkley State Park at 270-924-1135, ext. 119. Rating: Moderate. |
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