Post Thanksgiving Fall Hike: 6 miles Blockhouse Point, MD

Hike about 6 miles along the trails where the sites of a Union Army encampment and blockhouse that guarded the C&O Canal used to be (Unfortunately rebels burned the blockhouse in 1864), enjoying nice views over the Potomac river.

This is a loop: We will start from Pennyfield Conservation Area Boat Ramp, slowly ascending to the bluffs to see the fine views over the river after the leaves have fallen off, then walk back to Pennyfield lock.

## Details

Notes:
- Please note, you must sign up at by 8:00 PM the day before the hike.
Message the leader via Meetup if your plans change on the morning of the hike.
- Please do not show up unregistered.

As for all Sierra Club outings, participants are required to sign a waiver/acknowledgment of risks. We are starting a new procedure to do that online, so follow the instructions below:

To participate in this event, you must:
1: Read the liability waiver (officially, the Sierra Club Participation Agreement) http://bit.ly/3Qd4F1B
2: Tap ATTEND at the bottom of this event,
3: YOU MUST type "I accept" (the liability waiver) when prompted, & your first and last name, your contact cell number, and an emergency contact number
Example: I accept, Fran LeBouleix (301) 346-0645

Meet: 9:45 am at Pennyfield Conservation Area Boat Ramp, for introductions and sign in. We will start hiking promptly at 10:00

Bring:
- Sturdy shoes: Good footwear and some agility will be needed on some rough, steep paths around the bluffs.
- Hiking poles as needed.
- Enough liquid to stay hydrated.
- Gear adapted to the forecast (rain, snow?!).
- Food: We'll stop for snacks/lunch at one of the overlooks.

Rain will cancel the Outing, which will then be postponed to Sunday Nov. 31st, weather permitting.

There is no fee for this event, but participants are encouraged to make a donation ($2 or so) to cover website, first aid training, and other program costs.
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