CHC's Moonlight Hikes for 2010 began on Friday, March 26. These hikes are scheduled for the Friday before or on the date of the full moon (never the Friday after the date of the full moon).
The complete schedule of CHC's 2010 Moonlight Hikes is:
March 26
April 23
May 21
June 25
July 23
August 20
September 17
October 22
November 19
Moonlight Hike to Great Falls, Maryland – Additional Information
Time: Hike starts at 8:30 p.m. and goes to approximately 10:30 p.m. (2 hours). It’s best to arrive about 10-15 minutes before the start of the hike (around 8:15 – 8:20 p.m.).
Meeting Place: Parking lot across from Old Anglers Inn, 10801 MacArthur Blvd., Potomac, MD.
Directions:
a. From the Beltway (I-495), take exit # 41, which is immediately north of the American Legion Bridge. When taking exit # 41, take it west towards Carderock / Great Falls, Maryland.
b. This puts you on the Clara Barton Parkway, heading west. Stay on the Clara Barton Parkway for 1.7 miles until you come to a stop sign.
c. Make a left turn at the stop sign onto MacArthur Blvd. Go for 1 mile until you see the Old Anglers Inn on your right side. Park in the parking lots across the street from the Old Anglers Inn.
What to bring:
a. A flashlight
b. A small bottle of water
c. Insect repellent
d. Comfortable walking shoes (tennis shoes are fine)
Reservations: Reservations are not required for this hike. Just show up!
Cost / Donation: There is no charge for this hike, in accordance with CHC’s permit from the National Park Service.
Difficulty / Terrain: This hike is mostly over flat terrain along the C&O Canal towpath and the Berma Road. This hike is considered to be an easy hike.
Ages: This hike is open to all ages, so long as they can comfortably walk 4 miles. Parents need to be mindful of small children during the hike for their safety.
Dogs: Dogs are welcome, so long as they are kept on a leash at all times, are friendly around people and other dogs, and are not taken out on the walkway to Olmstead Island.