Sunday, February 23, 2014, 3:00 pm: Carlton Beach Coastal Hike

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 coastal hike will take us to Carlton Beach and Long Point. We will discuss the natural, cultural, and historical aspects of the area, and the impact of man on the coastal environment of Carlton Beach. Wear short pants and water shoes. The hike is 2.5 miles round trip. Olasee Davis is our tour guide. For more information, call Sonia at 778-2076, Cathy at 772-2073, or Joyce at 778-9097.

Meet at 3pm at the Good Hope School parking lot on the beach access road (at the old Good Hope campus, west of the airport)

Driving directions:
- From the intersection of Route 66 / Melvin Evans Highway and Route 64 / West Airport Road, go west on Route 66 for about 2.5 miles, to the traffic light at Route 63.
- Turn left onto Route 63 south and go about 300 yards (just over 1/10 of a mile).
- Turn right into the parking lot

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