Sunday, January 15, 2012, 2:00 pm: Hike to Robin Bay

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: This hike is along the south eastern coastline. It will be at a slow to moderate pace, and is 3.5 miles round trip. Short pants and water shoes are encouraged since the hike will be along the coast. We will discuss the marine environment and the natural and cultural resources of the island. Olasee will be our guide. For more information call Joyce at 778-9087, Sonia at 778-2076, or Cathy at 772-2073.

Meet at 2pm at St. Croix East End Marine Park, once known as Camp Arawak, at Great Pond Bay.

Directions:
- From Christiansted, go east on Route 75 / Route 82 / East End Rd. for about 3 miles until the T-intersection with Route 82 and Route 60.
- Turn right (south) on Route 60 / Southgate Rd. / Great Pond Rd, and go for about 2 miles.
- Look for the sign to St. Croix East End Marine Park. If you're looking at a map, this will be about mid-way along the short stretch of east-bound Route 60 to the immediate east of Great Pond.
- Turn right into the dirt road to the park, and park at the Great Pond Rum great house

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