Sun, May 31 2015, 6:30 pm: Salt River Bay Walk

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 walk along the Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve is on the eastern (Judith Fancy) side of the bay, it is about 2 miles total, the terrain is easy to moderate along coastal scrubland and beach, and there will be a nearly full moon. We will discuss the natural, historical, and cultural resources of the area. Bring a small flashlight. Olasee Davis is our tour guide. For more information call Sonia at 778-2076, Cathy 772-2073, or Joyce at 778-9087.

Meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Kingshill Post Office. From there, we will carpool to the start of the walk.

Driving directions:
From the La Reine intersection at Route 70 (Centerline Rd) and Route 75 (Northside Rd):
- Drive north on Route 75 (Northside Rd) for about a quarter of a mile.
- Turn right into Kingshill Post Office.

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