I thought that a women’s only trip would be a great way to kick off DC UL’s month of LM-focused events so I set up a nice loop in southern SNP. Despite some minor mixups on the meeting time and location (due to mid-week changes on my part), our group of Linsey, Kate, Heather, Aileen,... Continue Reading →
Trip Reports & More
Soggy Donut Hole, 98 miles: May 27-31, 2021
We’ve been doing these Memorial Day jaunts for about a decade now and a part of me feels like they represent at least one facet of what DCUL is all about.
May 2021 Newsletter
June is New Members/Applicants Month June should be an exciting month! We've got low mileage trips scheduled for every weekend in June, as well as bikepacking and packrafting treks. If you're new to DC UL, hop on one of our low mileage (LM) trips or join the waitlist if it's full. You'll have a chance... Continue Reading →
Trip Report: Into the Rhododendron in Otter Creek
It’s been quite some years since Karan and I last hiked in Otter Creek and it felt like time for a repeat! The plan was to meet up Friday evening at Mylius/Shaver Mountain Trail junction campsite. Holly, Alex C. Greg, Alex D, Steve, and Matt arrived at various times in the evening while Karan, Bryan,... Continue Reading →
Trip Report: LM North Massanutten — 18 miles (Signal Knob, Meneka Peak, Mudhole Gap)
DCUL backpackers Liz, Jonathan, Kelly, Carolynn, Neil, Ryan, Andy and Mark enjoyed a leisurely overnight circuit of the northern Massanutten area. Bettina had hurt her knee, so she hiked part way on Saturday, drove to the camping area, and walked out on Sunday. Photo credit: Jonathan From the Bear Wallow-Signal Knob parking lot we climbed... Continue Reading →