Sun, Jan 25, 2009, 3:00 pm: Hike to Eliza's Retreat

General info for all hikes and walks: Hikes and walks are $5 for members, and $10 for non-members (become a member). Unless otherwise noted, the pace for hikes is moderate, lasting 3-5 hours, covering 3-5 miles, the terrain is hilly, footing is sometimes uneven, and we follow trails and possibly paved or dirt roads . Walks are easier and shorter than hikes, and usually follow paved or dirt roads, no trails. The guide may periodically stop and talk along the way. Bring sturdy, comfortable walking or hiking shoes, water, snack, bug spray, rain poncho, and camera. Shorts or long pants are OK. For day hikes, bring a hat and sun block. For night hikes, bring a small flashlight. There are usually about 20 people. We depart about 30 minutes after the posted start time. For some hikes, we will meet at the indicated location, then drive a short distance to the hike location.

Specific info for this hike: Meet 3pm at Pickled Greek restaurant. This is a 1.5 to 2 mile hike uphill (3 to 4 miles total) on a paved and dirt road, up to Eliza's Retreat ridge where there are radio antennas. Moderate to strenuous. Wear shoes with tread. The dirt road is slippery and rocky on the way down. Some of us are planning to eat at Cheeseburgers after the hike. For more info, call Dorothy 718-8409.

Driving directions to Pickled Greek restaurant: From Christiansted, go east on East End Rd. (Rt 75 east to Rt 82 east). Pickled Greek restaurant is on the left, directly across from Pearl B. Larsen elementary school. If you pass the Buccaneer Hotel, you've gone too far.

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