Thu, Mar 20 2025 - Thursday Morning Semi-Fitness Hike at Island Ford (View Original Event Details) Trip Leader(s): Joyce T. Participants: Joyce T., Memphis Russ, Suzanne, Dawn B, Jan T, Drew W, Mary H, Marina, Jeff Gimpel, Barbara L., Ed, Gen, Tracy, Gwen E

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We put on some extra speed today, getting in just over six miles in our two hours, including a few short breaks. We had about 650 feet of elevation during the hike, which made for quite a workout. There wasn't any time for anyone to complain! This group - - including our newbie, Gen - - were exceptionally fit for this fast hike. I'm very proud of them!

Mary, Dawn, and Russ took the lead up the warm-up hill, keeping it a three-way tie until the final few yards, when Russ and Mary broke into a run and pushed Dawn into a second-place finish. Congratulations on a fine finish, Mary and Russ - - and Dawn!

We hiked all the way around the lollipop trail today plus some inner trails in the main section. We kept rather cool thanks to the wind that caught us when we were on higher ground. A great day for hiking! ~ Joyce