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Saturday, May 20, 2023 – “Appalachian Trail Days”
May 20, 2023
5 – 6 miles, moderately paced, with fairly strenuous climbs from the Elk Pen up and over Green Pond Mountain, Surebridge Mountain, and Fingerboard Mountain down to Lake Tiorati. Elevation gain about 700 feet.
On this weekend, in the town of Damascus, Virginia, the Appalachian Trail Conservancy celebrates “Trail Days” – the largest A.T. specific celebration in the world. Join us as we hike part of the original and first section completed of the AT, scouted and blazed by Raymond Torrey and other members of the then New York Chapter. This is a one-way hike, starting from the Elk Pen (with cars being left at Lake Tiorati). This section of the AT goes through the Lemon Squeezer which is always a fun and challenging spot on the trail. Hike is qualifying (about 5-6 miles). Meet at the Lake Tiorati parking area at 9:30am for the shuttle to the Elk Pen and the start of the hike. Please call leader with any questions, transportation issues, etc. Participants should wear sturdy footwear and bring lunch, snacks, raingear, and two liters of water.
Leader: Ray Kozma. Please register with leader by Thursday evening, May 18, 2023 raymondkozma@gmail.com or 917-406-3782.
