Sun, Oct 4, 2009, 6:30 pm: Moonlight Hike to Hams Bluff Lighthouse

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 6:30pm on the northwest side of Paul E. Joseph Stadium, which is just north of Frederiksted. We will car pool from the meeting point to Hams Bay. This is a moonlight hike, under the full moon. The hike passes the historical ruins of Estate Hams Bay and goes to the lighthouse at the top of Ham’s Bluff, with cliff-top views of the Maroons and the sea. We will discuss the natural, coastal, historical, and cultural history of the area. We will be walking on paved and dirt roads. You can wear short pants. Olasee Davis is our tour guide. The pace is moderate. The hike is about 3 miles round trip, and will take about 2 hours. Bring a small flashlight.

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