Thu, Nov 12 2026 - Thursday Morning Semi-Fitness Hike at Island Ford (View Original Event Details) Trip Leader(s): Joyce T. Participants: Joyce T., Mike C, Marge R, Steve F, Harry M, Van M, Lyn S, Gloria Colley, Franziska, Bob S, Bette, Jennifer W, Neil, Marianna, Warren

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This may have been the last really perfect day for hiking this year, since the weather was beautiful and the trails were in good shape. Temperatures will drop tomorrow and strong winds are predicted. Most of us removed our outer jackets before the hike started, and we stayed comfortable on the rather fast-paced hike.

We skipped the warm-up hill at the beginning of the hike, but we had extra time when we finished the Beechcreek Trail, so we hiked it at the end. Oh, yes, there were some comments as we crossed the meadow and folks realized where we were headed, but we all pushed on and gave a good effort up the hill. Mike and Harry got up first!

Warren was our only newbie today. Hopefully he found the group friendly enough to come back soon! ~ Joyce