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Outings
Hike Ratings
Easy - Less than 5 miles, no serious elevation changes, no trail obstacles.
Moderate - 5 to 10 miles, some elevation changes or rough trail (rock hopping), or trail obstacles such as creek crossings.
Strenuous - Over 10 miles, substantial elevation change, rocky, obstructed or nonexistent trail.
Exploratory - any event where the leader has not experienced the event; may fit any class above.
Note. Participants of Sierra Club outings are required to sign a waiver.
Tuesday, May 8 - Monte Sano Evening Hike. Easy.
Depart at 6:00pm sharp from the Monte Sano State Park Hikers’ parking lot on Nolen Avenue. There is a small fee to enter the park and all dogs must be on a leash while in the parking lot and during the hike. Though not strenuous, hikes may be vigorous and range from 3 to 5 miles. For directions or questions contact Aaron at sctrailevents@gmail.com
Saturday, May 12 - Monte Sano Wildflower Hike. Moderate.
Enjoy the spring weather on Huntsville’s jewel. On this 6-7 mile hike we will explore trails in the State Park, experiencing the beauty of the park in spring and enjoying the wildflowers in bloom. Dress for the weather, including sturdy Bring a camera, water, snacks and some cash for the park entrance. Meet at the Hikers Parking Lot at 8:30am. The hike leaves at 9:00am sharp. Leashed dogs welcome. Rain Cancels this hike. Questions, contact Patricia at pwales77@gmail.com
Tuesday, May 15 - Monte Sano Evening Hike. Easy.
Depart at 6:00pm sharp from the Monte Sano State Park Hikers’ parking lot on Nolen Avenue. There is a small fee to enter the park and all dogs must be on a leash while in the parking lot and during the hike. Though not strenuous, hikes may be vigorous and range from 3 to 5 miles. For directions or questions contact Patricia at pwales77@gmail.com
Tuesday, May 22 - Monte Sano Evening Hike. Easy.
Depart at 6:00pm sharp from the Monte Sano State Park Hikers’ parking lot on Nolen Avenue. There is a small fee to enter the park and all dogs must be on a leash while in the parking lot and during the hike. Though not strenuous, hikes may be vigorous and range from 3 to 5 miles. For directions or questions contact Aaron at sctrailevents@gmail.com
Tuesday, May 29 - Monte Sano Evening Hike. Easy.
Depart at 6:00pm sharp from the Monte Sano State Park Hikers’ parking lot on Nolen Avenue. There is a small fee to enter the park and all dogs must be on a leash while in the parking lot and during the hike. Though not strenuous, hikes may be vigorous and range from 3 to 5 miles. For directions or questions contact Aaron at sctrailevents@gmail.com
Saturday, June 2 - Stephens Gap Cave Hike. Strenuous.
Featured in National Geographic magazine, Stephens Gap Cave in Jackson County and its surrounding property is an explorer's dream. To preserve the cave in its wild state, the Southeastern Cave Conservancy purchased the property and allows limited access. Join the Sierra Club for a short hike to the cave. We'll access the cave through the 'walk-in' entrance which is steeply sloped down, rocky and most likely, muddy. We will only explore the main chamber of the cave. The cave floor is rocky, continues to slope down and, given rain this month, may have amazing waterfalls that cause mist/more mud. Even under dry conditions, the cave is scenic. After viewing the cave, we'll continue exploring the property on and off trail which might include more falls (again, rain dependent). No caving gear required, but wear sturdy shoes and bring water, snacks and a camera.
This outing is limited in participant number and requires a permit/waiver that needs to be signed (online) in advance. (First 15 hikers to sign the online waiver). Rain cancels. This hike is rated strenuous because of terrain conditions.
Please contact Aaron immediately to confirm attendance/space availability and get details to sign the waiver - sctrailevents@gmail.com