North Alabama Sierra Club December 2018 Newsletter

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Outings

Hike Ratings

Easy - Less than 5 miles, no serious elevation changes, no trail obstacles.

Moderate - 5 to 10 miles, some elevation changes or rough trail (rock hopping), or trail obstacles such as creek crossings.

Strenuous - Over 10 miles, substantial elevation change, rocky, obstructed or nonexistent trail.

Exploratory - any event where the leader has not experienced the event; may fit any class above.

Note. Participants of Sierra Club outings are required to sign a waiver.


Saturday, December 8 - Walk on Rainbow Mountain. Easy.

We will enjoy a relaxed 4-mile hike on Madison’s Rainbow Mountain. Dress for the weather, including sturdy shoes.  Bring a camera, water, snacks and some cash for the Land Trust if you are not a member. We will meet at the Rainbow Mountain Trailhead - 238 Stoneway Trail, Madison AL  at 9:00am. Leashed dogs welcome. Rain cancels this hike. Questions, contact Aaron at sctrailevents@gmail.com

Saturday, December 15 - Wall of Jericho Hike. Moderate.

One of Alabama’s most popular hiking trails, the Walls of Jericho leads hikers 1100’ down into a canyon and along a beautiful creek. Can be slippery (mud and rocks) at the bottom. Easy hike in and a challenging hike out - 8 miles total. Dress for the weather, including sturdy shoes. Bring a camera, water, snacks/lunch, trekking poles. Meet at the trailhead at 9:00am.  Leashed dogs welcome, but it might be challenging for them to cross the single log bridge. Rain cancels this hike.  Questions, contact Aaron at sctrailevents@gmail.com

Tuesday, January 1 - Get Rid of the Hangover New Year’s Day Hike. Easy.

Meet at Sam Denham's house, 4333 Chickasaw Dr. in Huntsville, at 1:00pm for an afternoon hike in Monte Sano State Park. Hot cider and more by the fireplace after the hike. Please bring finger food to share. For more information, please contact Sam Denham at 256-539-1033.