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Old Rag Hike XLV - RESCHEDULED

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Saturday Apr 19 20088:00 am

RESCHEDULED to April 19 due to weather.

Alumni and Cornell in Washington students will climb Old Rag Mountain, near Sperryville, Virginia, for the 45th time in our semiannual trek into the Blue Ridge. This is one of CCW’s most popular excursions, and we expect a large turnout (25–40) each time we go.

The Park Service does not allow more hikers after the parking lot is full. Therefore, a prompt 8:00 am start from the Cornell Center is needed for this full-day event. In order to comply with University policy, hikers will be asked to sign a standard release form.

Trail

The first 2/3 of the strenuous 9-mile loop is on a trail through the trees, while the upper part of the ascent is open and rugged, requiring scrambling over rocks to reach the summit. Total elevation gain is about 2500 feet. This is a difficult hike; those who have not hiked a trail like Old Rag's are strongly encouraged to e-mail or call Clint Brass, using the contact information below, if you would like to get more information before RSVPing.

The total time needed for climbing, enjoying the view, eating, and descending is about 6 hours. We usually get back to DC around 7:00 pm.

What to Bring

Bring lunch and water in a day-pack, and be sure to wear a hat, sunscreen, and sturdy shoes. After leaving the Cornell Center, the group traditionally reconvenes at The Emporium in Sperryville, which will be the last opportunity to purchase supplies and use flush toilets.

Resources

Dress: Sports/Outdoor

Sponsors

Cornell Club of Washington (CCW)

Location

Cornell Center
2148 O Street, NW
Washington, DC
Map/directions: Google Maps, Yahoo! Maps, MapQuest

Neighborhood

DC · Dupont Circle

Metro

Dupont Circle (Red)

Transportation/Directions

Old Rag is located about two hours west of Washington in Shenandoah National Park; maps and directions will be distributed at the Cornell Center on the morning of the hike. Please indicate to Clint if you are able to drive from the Cornell Center and how many seats you have available, or if you will need a ride.

Cost/RSVP

Please RSVP by Wed., 4/9/2008 to Clint Brass '90 with your name, email address, a telephone number where you can be reached shortly before the hike (in the event of bad weather), and the number of people coming (friends are welcome). Please indicate if you can give people a ride (if so, how many people) or if you need a ride. Directions are available that morning at the Cornell Center.

An $8 National Park Service fee is payable on location before we begin. Please bring exact change. Commemorative t-shirts will also be available for approx. $15 (TBD). Hikers will also be asked to sign a standard release form.

Contact

Clint Brass '90
703.216.2035