Come to church with me Sunday, May 1 - Bear Church Rock. This hike is about 5 miles each way out and back through mountain forests, with a great view point at the turn around point. There is about 2,800 feet elevation gain and loss, with a lot of up and down. The last time I did this hike, I actually did see two young black bears, but no guarantees! We will meet at 7:30 at the Rockville park and ride ( Manakin (exit - 173 - on the north side of I-64 Park and Ride at exit 173 on I-64), and carpool to the trailhead, leaving the Park and Ride at 7:45. You can see photos and an account of the hike here: http://o2bhiking.blogspot.com/2012/06/bear-church-rock.html Art Ritter (o2behiking@yahoo.com) E-mail Art to confirm you are going.
The ODATC Mission
The construction and maintenance of foot trails for hikers, including the Appalachian Trail between Reids Gap and Rockfish Gap.
The provision of excursions on such trails or other areas.
Offering educational activities related to the need for preserving the great outdoors.
Old Dominion Appalachian Trail Club (c). P.O. Box 25283 Richmond, VA 23260-5283 Contact us