I had last been to Washington, D.C., back in 2003, so there was a lot to see on the day we went there this week. If you are walking in D.C., it is easy to see more things that you might not know exist versus being in a vehicle. I had a loosely knit schedule… Continue reading National Gallery of Art – Sculpture Garden Walk
Tag: Dayhiking
Local Adventures: WV Route 9 Bike Path (Bardane to Kearneysville)
After a very warm spring, the temperature dropped this week. This morning, dry skies finally arrived, but it was 63* with a wind. Now, that is hiking weather to me. Ford and I were talking and decided that going on a short walk in the morning might be nice. We decided to do more of… Continue reading Local Adventures: WV Route 9 Bike Path (Bardane to Kearneysville)
Local Adventures: Sam Michaels Park Trails
Going through the parks in Jefferson County, in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia I saw Sam Michaels Park, which is a few miles from our place. It's a large community park, sitting between the towns of Shepherdstown and Charles Town. The vast park has a large community center, a fenced in dog park, soccer… Continue reading Local Adventures: Sam Michaels Park Trails
Local Adventures: James Hite Park Trail
I was poking around on Google Maps, looking to see what might be out there for local hikes, when I saw James Hite Park. I researched it and found it was a Jefferson County Park, tucked out in an area away from the busy life. It's actually decently close to our place in Shenandoah Junction,… Continue reading Local Adventures: James Hite Park Trail
Local Adventures: Morgan’s Grove Park Trail
I had noticed a park near Shepherdstown, WV while driving Kearneysville Pike (480). Morgan's Grove Park sits just before the light and junction of Potomac Farms Drive (Alt 45) with 480. There is a road into the park, which crosses part of the park. You can also turn at the light and there is a… Continue reading Local Adventures: Morgan’s Grove Park Trail