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HIKES AND NATURE MOUNTAIN TREKKERS WALKING CLUB

Join us for some great fun, good exercise and an opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors. Get a chance to learn about the area in which we live, both legend and folklore! The walks are easy to moderate in terrain and 2 – 4 miles in length. Assessing the right WALK for you can enhance your experience out on the trail. Monty’s trail rating system: Level I: Leisurely stroll. Participants at this level will be exercising by walking a couple of miles, stretching your legs and looking to get outdoors for fresh air and sunshine! Trail would consist of flat or gradual terrain and typically a paved or groomed surface. Level II: Moderate exercise. Explore nature off the beaten path by stepping over trail ob- stacles with root and rock outcroppings, climb and descend moderate uneven terrain, and know your personal limitations. Walking shoes with a cleaved sole are required for this level hike. Level III: Heart Pumping Exercise. Participants in good physical condition and are capable of maneuvering rough, uneven terrain along with elevation gains, loose surface material should be expected. High top hiking boots or a shoe with ankle support and cleaved sole is required for this level hike. GREENFIELD RECREATION PARK – $15 Enjoy a brisk winter walk along this natural surface walking trail which traverses a 125-acre park with rolling landscapes and nature area. Lunch will be on your own at Ballast Point featuring locally-inspired dishes. Take a tour of the Ballast Point Brewery and learn about their passion and process of crafting ales. There will be a brief stop at the Gander Mountain Outdoor Store to explore the winter outdoor gear. Registration deadline is February 13. Level I

Date

Time

Location

Course

Wed, Feb 20 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

First & Main

6506

9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Montgomery Co. Government Center

CAPTURE YOU IN NATURE – $12 Take a trip down memory lane with Joyce Sims and her slide show presentation of past adventures with MCPRD. Joyce is an amateur photographer who loves to take photos of nature and is often published in the newspaper with her nature photos. The program will be held at the Montgomery County Government Center at 10:00 a.m. Lunch will be provided then we will travel to Eastern Montgomery Park for a winter walk along the Roanoke River and a photo opportunity for you. Registration deadline is February 21.

Date

Time

Location

Course

Tues, Feb 26

9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

First & Main

6507

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