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- SPECIAL NOTICE
As of 03/06/24
And remember, No Hike Leader, No Hike. So please, look over the schedule and if there are any hike(s) you feel comfortable leading, contact me (stevesee@ymail.com) and I'll get you on the schedule.
Ramblers Hike Schedule
(Q2– 2024)
(April, May June)
**NOTE**
We have upped the limit of hikers to 16 for each hike (including leader, also leader may reduce this limit due to circumstances). If you would like to go, you MUST contact the hike leader via email by Sunday at 2 p.m. before the Monday scheduled hike AND NO SOONER THAN THE HIKE ANOUNCEMENT VIA THE RAMBLERGRAM (The Ramblergram will now come out on Thursdays around 8AM). You will get a confirmation that you are one of the people hiking.
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Leaders - Click Here to Download a Copy of the Rambler's Sign-In Sheet
or - Click Here to Download a Copy of the Hike Leader Responsibilities and Guidelines
4/01 (A) Dosewallips Cascades (Pete Alexander - Leader)
(B) Leader’s Choice (Jamileh Pott - Leader)
4/08 (A) Fort Worden Special (Marilyn Hunt - Leader)
(B) Fort Worden (Ambler) (Frankie Andrews - Leader)
4/15 (A) Port Gamble (Richard Serkes – Leader)
(B) Lake Angeles (Rosie Tomlin – Leader)
4/22 (A) Storm King (Doug Smith – Leader)
(B) Lena Lake (MaryJane Mitchell – Leader)
4/29 (A) Camp Jolley (Steve See – Leader)
(B) Leader’s Choice (George Moyer – Leader)
5/06 (A) Tubal Cain to Buckhorn Pass (Andrea Fry – Leader)
(Ambler Option-Tubal Cain to Copper Creek)
(B) Lovers Lane (Frankie Andrews – Leader)
5/13 (A) Big Hump/Little Hump (Lori Reale – Leader)
Early Start – 8AM
(B) Murhut Falls/Little Hump (Ambler) (TBD - Leader)
Late Start – 9AM
5/20 (A) Dungeness River – Shelter to Shelter Bev Atkinson - Leader)
(B) Mink Lake (MaryJane Mitchel – Leader)
5/27 (A) Miller Peninsula – East (Cindy Enstrom - Leader)
(B) Dungeness Trails (Gary Huff - Leader)
6/03 (A) Lower Dungeness (Richard Serkes - Leader)
(B) Joyce Piedmont Rd – East (TBD - Leader)
6/10 (A) Sleepy Hollow/Mt Zion (Marilyn Snook – Leader)
(B) Sleepy Hollow (Ambler) (TBD - Leader)
Late Start – 9AM
6/17 (A) Tunnel Creek to 50/50 Pass (Burt Peterson - Leader)
Early Start – 8AM
(B Tunnel Creek to Shelter (Ambler) (Peg Phillips - Leader)
6/24 (A) Mt Townsend (Burt Peterson - Leader)
(B) Leader’s Choice (Ambler) (TBD - Leader)
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04/22/24 Storm King
Hike 'A': Storm King
This is what the Washington Trails Association has to say about the Storm King Trail…
“Huff and puff up a short steep trail to an eagle's-eye view of Lake Crescent. From a vertigo-inducing aerie peer straight down to the deep-blue waters of one of the Olympic Peninsula's most famous landmarks. Despite its difficulty, this trail entertains its fair share of hiking neophytes and Sunday-afternoon strollers due to its proximity to the Marymere Falls Nature Trail. Aside from knocking the wind out of unconditioned hikers, this trail can be dangerous because of its exposed ledges. Keep an eye on children and avoid this trip during bad weather.”
“Join swarms of people on the first 0.5 mile of this hike, as it uses the well-groomed and well-trodden Marymere Falls Nature Trail. At a giant boulder that came crashing down Storm King many moons ago, a small sign indicates the way to go for Storm King's lookouts (left and up!).”
“Under a climate-controlled old-growth canopy, ascend steeply and quickly. As the trail works its way up the south-facing hogback, the dampness dissipates. Madronas and salal now decorate the way. From here on up, the terrain is dry and the hike can be quite hot during the summer months. Get an early start, or consider Storm King as an evening enticement.”
“As you rise above the Barnes Creek valley and busy US 101, the crash of rushing water and the hum of zooming traffic fills the air. Enjoy a short reprieve from the steepness as the trail traverses a fir-filled bench. Then head into low gear again as the grade intensifies. Occasional window views of Aurora Ridge interrupt the monotony of the grunt.”
“After 1.4 miles, which feels more like 3, arrive at a series of belvederes (elev. 2000 ft) on a ledge that drops off precipitously to the north. Enjoy a stunning view of Lake Crescent directly below, with Pyramid Mountain hovering over the jewel. Savor the scenery and bask in the sunshine, or carry on if you desire. A second viewpoint is reached in another 0.5 mile and after 400 more feet of elevation gain. The lake is hidden from there, but the deep, wide, verdant Barnes Creek valley is fully revealed.”
We’ll also make a visit to Marymere Falls.
Date: 04/22/24
Distance: 4.6 Miles
Elevation Gain: 1,700 Feet
Hike Leader: Doug Smith
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If you are interested in this hike, email the hike leader by 2 pm on the Sunday before the hike AND NO SOONER THAN THE HIKE ANOUNCEMENT VIA THE RAMBLERGRAM. You will get a confirmation that you are on the list of hikers.
As always, our time and place of meeting are:
The public parking lot on Sequim Avenue (east side) just north of Washington.
We will leave at 8:30am. Please arrive about 10 minutes earlier for announcements and car assignments. The reimbursement for the drivers will be $5 from Sequim. Drivers may require masks.
If you have any questions or need additional information about the hike, please contact the Hike Leaders as early as possible.
04/22/24 Lena Lake
Hike 'B': Lena Lake
The hike to Lena Lake is a moderate 3.8 mile hike (7.5 miles round trip) with a 1450 ft. elevation gain. The wide, easy grade trail rises steadily on long, winding switchbacks through a second growth forest of Douglas fir, Sitka spruce, and big leaf maple, crossing a couple of footbridges along the way. The lake itself is a good-sized scenic body of water nestled between old growth fir and cedars. A good spot for lunch sometimes called Chapel Rock overlooks the lake. For those interested, there’s a trail that leads down to the lake.
Date: 04/22/24
Distance: 7.5 Miles with an option for more
Elevation Gain: 1,450 Feet
Hike Leader: MaryJane Mitchell
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If you are interested in this hike, email the hike leader by 2 pm on the Sunday before the hike AND NO SOONER THAN THE HIKE ANOUNCEMENT VIA THE RAMBLERGRAM. You will get a confirmation that you are on the list of hikers.
As always, our time and place of meeting are:
The public parking lot on Sequim Avenue (east side) just north of Washington.
We will leave at 8:30am. Please arrive about 10 minutes earlier for announcements and car assignments. The reimbursement for the drivers will be $7 from Sequim. Drivers may require masks.
If you have any questions or need additional information about the hike, please contact the Hike Leaders as early as possible.
04/29/24 Camp Jolley
Hike 'A': Camp Jolley
Many Ramblers will be familiar with the first part of this hike since it begins in the parking lot for the Lower Big Quilcene Trail (FS #833). This is the trail that takes hikers to Bark Shanty and then just beyond that to the junction with the Notch Pass Trail. But rather than turn off of the Lower Big Quilcene Trail we’ll stay on it on our way to Camp Jolley.
The Big Quilcene River which was close enough to hear but not really see now becomes our constant companion on the way to Camp Jolley. At times we’ll be just a few feet above the level of the river and at times we’ll be at river level. Camp Jolley itself is on the river providing a wonderful lunch spot before returning to the cars.
This is a relatively flat trail overall but a new 'bypass trail' takes us up and away from the river for a short distance and adds a couple of hundred feet of elevation gain to the hike. This was needed because a section of old trail that has become dangerous due to slides and washouts. The trailhead is at 1,440’ above sea level and Camp Jolley is just 1,990’ above sea level.
Date: 04/29/24
Distance: 10.2 Miles
Elevation Gain: 1,500 Feet
Hike Leader: Steve See
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If you are interested in this hike, email the hike leader by 2 pm on the Sunday before the hike AND NO SOONER THAN THE HIKE ANOUNCEMENT VIA THE RAMBLERGRAM. You will get a confirmation that you are on the list of hikers.
As always, our time and place of meeting are:
The public parking lot on Sequim Avenue (east side) just north of Washington.
We will leave at 8:30am. Please arrive about 10 minutes earlier for announcements and car assignments. The reimbursement for the drivers will be $5 from Sequim. Drivers may require masks.
If you have any questions or need additional information about the hike, please contact the Hike Leaders as early as possible.
04/29/24 Leader's Choice
Hike 'B': Leader's Choice
Date: 04/29/24
Distance: ? Miles
Elevation Gain: ? Feet
Hike Leader: George Moyer
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If you are interested in this hike, email the hike leader by 2 pm on the Sunday before the hike AND NO SOONER THAN THE HIKE ANOUNCEMENT VIA THE RAMBLERGRAM. You will get a confirmation that you are on the list of hikers.
As always, our time and place of meeting are:
The public parking lot on Sequim Avenue (east side) just north of Washington.
We will leave at 8:30am. Please arrive about 10 minutes earlier for announcements and car assignments. The reimbursement for the drivers will be $? from Sequim. Drivers may require masks.
If you have any questions or need additional information about the hike, please contact the Hike Leaders as early as possible.
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