President: Bernard Frick

 

Treasurer: Kathy Miller Yost
510 Mundis Mill Road
York, Pa 17406 

Web: www.yorkhikingclub.com

      Secretary: Elaine Panzitta 
     

 

      Log Editor: Julie Falsetti
      168 Springdale Rd. 406 Waters Road
      York, Pa 17403 York, PA 17403
      Email:

 

A Pennsylvania Non-profit Corporation

Downtown meeting place for the start of hikes: Parking lot (rear) Capital Telecommunications Inc, 

200 West Market Street

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Please send all newsletter (six months, nonrenewable) requests with a check for $5.00 made payable to:
Membership Chairman: Tom Morley 717 764 6822

August  2024

Chairperson: Bob Falaetti 717-854-3437,

 

In the event of inclement weather, please contact the hike leader in advance of the meet time for information on any change in the activity.

 



Saturday, August 3, Medium Hike, 6 miles
We will meet at Brillhart Station and take a 6-mile hike towards Glatfelter Station. This is not a difficult
hike. Bring plenty of water and good shoes. After the hike we can drive to Perry Dell Farm for some ice
cream
and fellowship.


Meeting Location: Brillhart Station, 2400 Brillhart Station Road, York, PA 17403
Meeting Time: 5:30 p.m.
Hike Leaders: Regina and George Haritos, (717) 417-6191 (home) or (717) 332-2221 (cell)


Sunday August 10: NO HIKE LEADER

Saturday, August 17, Governor Dick Tower Hike, 5 miles
This is a favorite hike of mine with varied terrain and fun to climb to the lookout Tower to enjoy the
views. We will stop for a break/snack at the Tower.


Meeting Location: Pinch Road Memorial Rock Parking lot, .5 mile past entrance to visitor center on Pinch
Road. Directions to Clarence Schock Memorial Park - From York route 30 east to 72 north Manheim
Pike, then left on Pinch Rd. then approximately 1.6 miles to Memorial Rock Parking lot.
Meeting Time: 9:30 a.m.
Hike Leader: Jack Goodwin, (717) 819-9270, runjack93@gmail.com

Sunday, August 18, Medium hike on Darlington Trail west, 7 miles
On this loop hike, we'll explore Darlington Trail between Lambs Gap and Millers Gap on Blue Mountain
West of Harrisburg. This is an older hiking trail in this part of state, established by Alpine Club of PA in
Early 1900's. Trail traverses ridge through pretty forest of Birch, Hickory, Pine and hardwood trees plus
Wildflowers are abundant here during spring. This area is prime habitat for White-tailed deer. There may
Be a swampy area at Trout Run so you can bring extra shoes to change on return to car. This is moderate
Hike which takes approximately 4 hours. Wear sturdy hiking shoes, bring plenty of water, snacks and
Lunch.


Meeting Location: North End meeting place Exit 24 route 83 Park and ride Lot N/E Corner
Meeting Time: 7:00 a.m.
Hike Leader: Janine Zell, (717) 684-7891(home) or (717) 992-2476 (cell) Please call before 8 p.m.


Sunday, August 25, Medium Shuttle Hike, 7 miles
We will start at Apollo County Park and will end with a deep descent to Fishing Creek. This a difficult
hike with many ups and downs with several rocky sections. Highlights of the hike will include great
Views of the Susquehanna River, Cuffs Run and a possible eagle sighting. Wear hiking boots or trail
running shoes. Bring a lunch or snacks and plenty of water.


Meeting Location: Wrightsville exit at the park-n-ride by Dollar General
Meeting Time: 8:00 a.m.
Car Pool Fee: $3.00
Hike Leader: Kim Herbst, (717) 887-4462 or kberly124@Comcast.net

 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

 

2024 Hike Leaders Wanted: We would love to add some new members to our list of hike leaders for 2024. Please contact Allen Britton at loralhiker@gmail.com you would like to start leading hikes for the club. Training will be provided. 

 

Help wanted: JPJ does not maintain itself, we need help in keeping the grounds neat and the inside clean. Please volunteer to help us. 
Call: Sara Tateosian at 717-741-2652 or sateo@Comcast.net

 

Newsletter Paper Subscriptions: Please send all newsletter requests (six months, nonrenewable) with a check for $5.00 made payable to “Membership Chairman: Linda Bean,” 1846 Marigold Road, York, PA 17408-1551 Telephone: 717-881-6651

 

New Email Address: Contact Kathy Yost ( acc.kathy@verizon.net ) after the hike, and do not forget to send your Hike write-up for the Log Book to  Julie Falsetti ( juliafalsetti@Comcast.net ). This information is held by the club only. It will be used to send club information and for inclusion in our yearly logbook. Thank you for your cooperation.

 

Please note change: hike leaders should send the sign-up sheet to the membership chairman, Linda Bean ( walktodq@verizon.net ) after the hike, and do not forget to send your Hike write-up for the Log Book to  Julie Falsetti ( juliafalsetti@Comcast.net ).”

 

Individuals who are willing to lead short hikes on Wednesdays area also wanted. If you would like to lead a Family Friendly hike on Saturday or Sunday please contact the monthly chairperson. A short hike is recommended. Contact David Lukes with any questions about leading hikes at captainskit@gmail.com

Thursday Weekly Trail Maintenance: Contact Jim Hooper for information for the current week 717-252-3784 or jimhooper07@gmail.com  

Card Committee: Linda Bean serves as the “card committee.” If you know of someone with a serious illness, having surgery, etc., please notify Linda at walktodg@verizon.net or 764-1091 and she will send them a card from the club. New Email Address? Contact Bernie Frick ( bernardfrick@alum.lehigh.edu ) or Phyllis Morley ( pamorley@Comcast.net ). This information is held by the club only and will be used to send club information and for inclusion in our yearly logbook. Thank you for your cooperation. 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 




York Hiking Club
2684 Forest Road
York, PA 17402