Sun, Aug 23, 2015, 2:00 pm: Recovery Hill 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: Meet 2:00pm at the Christiansted Bypass overlook parking lot.

This is a two-mile long round trip hike to the ridge at Recovery Hill, which is over 800 feet in elevation. At the top, there are panoramic views of Christiansted Harbor to the north, the south shore, the east end, and west to mid-island. The terrain is moderate to steep. Short or long pants are OK. We will discuss the natural, historical, and cultural resources of the area. Short or long pants are OK. Ecologist Olasee Davis is our tour guide. For more information contact Sonia 340-778-2076, Cathy 340-772-2073, or Joyce 340-778-9087.

Driving directions: From Christiansted town, go east on Route 75/Hospital Road towards Gallows Bay until you reach a traffic light. Turn right at the traffic light onto Route 66/Christiansted Bypass. Go about one quarter of a mile on the Bypass, and turn right into the scenic overlook parking lot.

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