Events

Work off Thanksgiving BWS (Beached Whale Syndrome) by joining hikers from the Grand Traverse Chapter on a beautiful hike with paths meandering through meadows and upland forests, including a superb view of Traverse City from the top of Hickory Hill.

We’ll meet at Noon at the Hickory Meadows trailhead, at the west end of Randolph street in Traverse City. Turn into the parking lot and park immediately on the right rather than continuing to the ski lodge.

First, we’ll hike the 2-mile meadow trail at an easy 2-miles per hour pace that will bring us back to the parking lot. Then, if the ski hill isn’t in use yet (it’ll probably be too early for serious snow) those who wish can hike up to the top of the ski hill and the adjacent woods for another 2 miles. The hill is steep, but worth it for the view (assuming good weather). For this part, hiking boots and poles would be very useful.

We’ll finish with hot drinks and cookies.