Trip Report: “A Tequila Sunrise Out of Whiskey Hollow.” (Appalachian Trail—Shenandoah National Park to Sky Meadows on the AT) (December 30-31, 2023) (22 miles)

Some day hikers approached us from the opposite direction on this final DCUL backpacking trip of 2023. Mark (“Snake Jumper”) smiled broadly and greeted them more warmly than to most hikers one passes on the Appalachian Trail. They greeted each other by name, exchanged a few words, and wished each other a happy New Year.... Continue Reading →

January 1, 2024 0

Trip Report: Caledonia to Pen Mar (AT)

While nothing too noteworthy, it made for nice walking–with all the mountain laurel surrounding the path, it would be lovely to visit in spring when it is blooming.

December 21, 2021 0

Trip Report for Caledonia: Every Time a Shard of Ice Falls, An Applicant Becomes a Member

I wasn’t expecting snow, but I was pleasantly surprised by the dusting of snow that covered the trail as we started along the AT from Caledonia. This route is, more or less, a classic one for DC UL and one that is enjoyable in any season. I especially enjoy it in the winter since the... Continue Reading →

December 23, 2019 0

Trip Report: Chasing Fall Colors

We had a slightly different agenda for this DCUL outing. We’d use all our UL weight savings to carry massive amounts of camera gear, and our miles-crushing legs to give us ample time to hunt for fall compositions. After grouping up at Vienna Metro, we (Shuttle, GQ, Corpse Foot, Camel, Theo, Loay, Michelle, Hayden, and... Continue Reading →

November 2, 2019 3

Trip Report: MO VA Triple Crown Sept 6-8, 2019

While the trip leaders switched around a bit, everyone who RSVP'ed knew that they wanted to see the beautiful Triple Crown Loop in Virginia the weekend of September 6, 2019. The group, miles, and views were spectacular!

September 9, 2019 0

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Trip Report: “A Tequila Sunrise Out of Whiskey Hollow.” (Appalachian Trail—Shenandoah National Park to Sky Meadows on the AT) (December 30-31, 2023) (22 miles)

Trip Report: Caledonia to Pen Mar (AT)

Trip Report for Caledonia: Every Time a Shard of Ice Falls, An Applicant Becomes a Member

Trip Report: Chasing Fall Colors

Trip Report: MO VA Triple Crown Sept 6-8, 2019

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