Hickory Run SP (09-03)

September 18-20, 2009

Organized by: Nick Clabbers

Many attended this outing to the Hickory Run State Park. The trip consisted of day-hikes and campfires, with new members getting to know old members. The chicken suit made many appearances on this trip, and even took its life in its own hands on the Shades of Death trail. The weather for this strip was spectacular, though there was an unusual cold-snap that resulted in frost on one member's hammock and car window. There is currently an album up on the photo-gallery of this trip.

Members in Attendance:
Catherine Campbell
Jake Catt
Nick Clabbers
Renee Fledderman
Rohit Gandrakota
Zach Haas
Natasha Lucas
Ryan Mullins
Brittany Murphy
David Semple
David Smith
Dan Trew
Carolyn Weber
Emily Wychock

Allegheny River (09-02)

September 11-13, 2009

Organized by: Mike Szedlmayer

The first water-born trip of the 2009 Fall semester was held on the Allegheny River from Kinzua Dam to Indian Waters Outfitters. The trip was reportedly very easy and appropriate for all levels of skill. The less-than-favorable weather at the stat caused a small delay, but the trip ended on a sunny note. There was adequate food, however the kayaks were mediocre (Indian Waters Outfitters is not recommended for a return trip). The water in the Allegheny was dirty and packing in water is recommended if possible. The group was a good mix of core members and new people that got along. A final note: Don't forget a spatula.

Members in Attendance:

Mike Szedlmayer
James Basham
Kelly McFadden
Roozbeh Foroozan
Eric Schmidt
Molly Burbank
David Semple
Emily Donner
Stephanie Vliet

Old Logger's Path (09-01)

September 4-7, 2009

Organized by: Joe Moran

The first official trip of the 2009 Fall semester was held in Tiadaghton State Forrest along the Old Logger's Path Trail. The hike was clockwise starting at night in Masten, an abandoned logging town, and completed the entire trail. The trail was marked by a few very significant elevation changes, but overall was an excellent trail system. Early sections of the trail proved to slightly over-grown and prickly, though this was short-lived. The weather was perfect, highs in the 70's and lows in mid 50's. In the prospect of the perfect weather the group elected to not bring any tents and instead sleep on tarps. The food brought was pasta, instant mashed potatoes, stuffing, chicken, eggs, and a large quantity of other foods. There was an excellent amount of food resulting in very little left over at the end of the trip and the portions were very generous. The end of the hike was marked by a stay at the legendary water-hole along the path. The entire group ventured forth into the frigid waters, and many members participated in a an early morning "polar bear swim." The group was cheerful and cooperated well, old friends and new all around.

Members in attendance:

Joe Moran

Dan Trew

Diana Zahuranec

Molly Burbank & Tuffy

Roozbeh Foroozan

Kelly McFadden

Ben Hardwick

Rich Schatz

Emily Riddle

Pamela Lin