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June 14 hike changed to #551 Fish Hatchery to Davidson Campground

May 30, 2026

Vineyard Gap to Riverside hike on June 14 has been changed to #551. See hike calendar for details and registration info. The new hike is a 10 mile shuttle hike beginning at the Fish Hatchery and walking to Davidson Campground.

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Mingus Mill semi-circle Rescheduled to 6/9/26

May 28, 2026

The Mingus Mill Semi-Circle hike originally scheduled for Sunday, May 24 has been rescheduled to Tuesday, June 9. See All-Day Weekend Schedule for further details and contact information for the leader.

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Replacement hike for June 3 - now Sam's Knob!

May 27, 2026

After scouting my June 3 hike on Big Creek Trail, I will be leading CMC #242 Sam's Knob - Devil's Courthouse instead. I do not feel comfortable leading a group over the water crossing at the beginning of the Big Creek Trail. See the calendar for additional information.

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hike change for June 10 to Bent Creek Explorer loop

May 27, 2026

Bent Creek/Explorer loop We will start at Hard times parking lot, and wind our way around to the Explorer loop (Small creek, Deerfield loop, Pine tree) and head back to lake Powhatan and have a snack/lunch at the picnic tables. The picnic area has bathrooms with soap and hot water! Loop is moderate ~ 6.6 miles. Elevation <1000 Meeting place: Outlet mall at 830 or meet me at the Hard Times trailhead at 8:45am

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