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  • Pub Trivia Night

    • 05/29/2025
    • Angry Troll Taproom Elkin, NC
    • 8
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    Type of Outing: Social
    When: THU 5/29/2025 6:00 PM
    Signup Deadline: 5/28/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: C. T. Finney
    Description: Description: Come join me, the peer-proclaimed PHOC “Lord of Revels,” for a night of fun, friends, food, drinks and laughs! Our trivia host gives us fresh content each week for a chance to win prizes. This is a free event – there are no cover fees! The trivia begins at 6:30PM, but plan to arrive around 6:00PM so we can find a table and get settled. The taproom features a wide variety of hot and savory pub-fare apps, a wide variety of crisp beers, and a fully stocked bar in the event you’d prefer cocktails! I look forward to spending an evening of merriment in the charming foothills town of Elkin, NC with you all!
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  • Thursday Night Walk

    • 05/29/2025
    • Friendly Center
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    Type of Outing: Walk
    When: THU 5/29/2025 6:30 PM
    Signup Deadline: 5/28/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Carol Parks
    Description: Thursday Night Walkers will meet every Thursday evening in the parking lot in front of Chuck E Cheese at Friendly Shopping Center at 6:30 pm for a moderate walk. The group will have rotating leaders. The leaders are Carol Parks, John Hanson, Barbara Hanson and Joe Regan. The group will be going to dinner after the walk. If there is bad weather, the walk will be cancelled but we will still go to dinner. Call or email Carol Parks if you have questions.
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  • City lake paddle

    • 05/30/2025
    • High Point City Lake
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    Type of Outing: Paddle
    When: FRI 5/30/2025 2:30 PM
    Signup Deadline: 5/29/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Lynette Tullos
    Description: Please join me for a pleasant afternoon paddle at City Lake Marina in Jamestown. Time is 2:30 pm to meet and rent gear. Turn in at the park and go left past the flagpole to the Marina. Check in with the office and pay and arrange for boat rental if you require one. The park marina has our group name as PHOC. Following the unloading and gear rental we can enjoy a leisurely paddle together. We will paddle for a few hours and just cruise around. Only limit is rentals must be returned by 8:00 pm. Please bring water. The marina has 10 kayaks and gear for rental fee of $12.00. The rentals are on a first come first served basis. Launching your own kayak is fee of $2.00 for senior or $4.00 for non -senior regular fee. PFD is required. Municipal policies regarding the water, and weather temperatures affect the boat rental availability. Hopefully with the later date this year it will not be an issue! All paddling levels are welcome. Please notify me if you are joining the paddle. Cell or email is fine. Following the paddle everyone might want to eat at Jamestown’s restaurants. The Full Moon oyster bar and Southern Roots are both good. However, the Full Moon will not take reservations. I will look forward to enjoying a Friday afternoon paddle together with friends!
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  • CANCELED:MST from Cold Prong-Trout Lake

    • 05/31/2025
    • Blue Ridge Parkway
    Type of Outing: Hike
    When: SAT 5/31/2025
    Signup Deadline: 5/30/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Mike Sprague
    Distance: 12 miles
    Difficulty: R-33, Strenuous
    Elevation Gain: 2,000 ft.
    Description: Please join me for a 12-mile hike on the MST from Cold Prong Lake to Trout Lake. This is a hike along the parkway which include the best parts of the Boone Fork Trail without having to walk thru the picnic area or the camp ground. My understanding is that the parkway is open from 321 to beacon heights so we should not have any problem accessing the trailheads of this hike. The hike starts with a couple of miles thru the woods and up over an open ridge and fields. It then joins the Boone Fork Trail where there are several stream crossings and a brief detour to Hebron Falls. From there we will cross Boone Fork Creek, walk through a pretty open woods filled with ferns and possibly wild flowers, and eventually climb to near the top of Rich Mountain. There are some very nice views looking north and east on the side of Rich Mountain which make it worth the climb. The hike finishes by descending to Trout Lake for a brief walk along the lake to the parking area. The total elevation gain for the hike is approximately 2000 feet. This will be a one way hike so there will be a short car shuttle along the parkway. Let me know if are willing to be a car shuttle driver. Call or email Mike Sprague for details on meet up time and possible carpooling. 12 miles, 2000 ft elev. [R-33]
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  • White Top

    • 05/31/2025
    • Mt. Rogers NRA
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    Type of Outing: Hike
    When: SAT 5/31/2025
    Signup Deadline: 5/30/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Dale Dagenbach
    Distance: 13 miles
    Difficulty: R-43, Strenuous
    Elevation Gain: 3,000 ft.
    Description: At one time, Whitetop Mountain, the 2nd highest peak in VA, was a staple of PHOC, but it dropped out of the rotation and hasn’t been offered for years. I’m going to try to resuscitate it with a shuttle hike there that offers two options. In both cases, half of the cars will be parked at the starting point on County Road 601, and half at Elk Garden. We will then hike from the starting point to Buzzard’s Rock (great view), across Whitetop, and down to Elk Garden Those who want to can continue hiking in the direction of Mt Rogers, and then return to Elk Garden. I will email with hike details the week of the hike. To Elk Garden only: 7 miles, 2000 feet, R-27 To the side of Mount Rogers with return to Elk Garden: 13 miles, 3000 feet, [R-43].
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  • Hanging Rock--Multiple trails

    • 05/31/2025
    • Danbury, NC
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    Type of Outing: Hike
    When: SAT 5/31/2025
    Signup Deadline: 5/30/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Ken Yates
    Distance: 7 miles
    Difficulty: R-24, Moderate
    Elevation Gain: 1,500 ft.
    Description: Let’s meet in the parking lot near the lake and hike the new trail to Wolf Rock, then on to House Rock and lunch at Cooks Wall. We will retrace our steps to the Magnolia Springs Trail to the Moore’s Knob Trail back to the parking lot. (Shuttle TBD)
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  • Piedmont Environmental Center

    • 06/01/2025
    • 1220 Penny Rd. High Point, NC
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    Type of Outing: Hike
    When: SUN 6/1/2025 1:30 PM
    Signup Deadline: 5/31/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Butch Wilson
    Distance: 3 miles
    Difficulty: R-5, Easy
    Description: Please join us for a slower paced dog friendly hike on the Bill Faver and Racoon Run trails along the shores of High Point City Lake. We will meet in front of the Environmental Center at 1:30 and hike a total of 3 miles. [R-6]
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  • Mt Rogers NRA

    • 06/04/2025
    • 06/06/2025
    • 2
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    Type of Outing: Backpack
    When: WED 6/4/2025
    Signup Deadline: 5/29/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Vance Barron
    Distance: 17.3 miles
    Difficulty: R-25, Strenuous
    Elevation Gain: 3,537 ft.
    Description: The plan is for a three-day, two-night backpacking trip in the Mount Rogers NRA. The 17.3-mile loop hike will start at the AT parking lot on VA 603 (Fairwood Road) and go to Pine Mountain, Rhodendron Gap, Massie Gap, Stone Mountain, and the Scales. [17.3 miles; elevation gain 3,537 feet; R25.] The first night will be spent on top of Pine Mountain (elevation 5,525 feet) with a grand view overlooking Rhodendron Gap. The second night will be at a campsite on Big Wilson Creek. The concluding day’s hike will follow the AT back to the parking lot on VA 603. Please register or notify Vance Barron no later than Thursday, May 29, if you would like to go. Registration is limited to 8 people. The starting date may be moved up or back one day if necessary to avoid extreme weather.
    Max Participants: 8
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  • Positano's Italian Restaurant

    • 06/05/2025
    • 2605 Lawndale Dr. 27408
    • 9
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    Type of Outing: Meal
    When: THU 6/5/2025 6:00 PM
    Signup Deadline: 6/4/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Joyce Traver
    Description: Please join me for a delicious Italian dinner at one of Greensboro’s favorite owner-owned restaurants on June 5th at 6:00pm. Positano’s is located in the Lawndale Crossing Shopping Center, 2605 Lawndale Rd 27408. Limit: 10. Please register by June 4 so I can give the restaurant the final number diners.
    Max Participants: 10
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  • Thursday Night Walk

    • 06/05/2025
    • Friendly Center
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    Type of Outing: Walk
    When: THU 6/5/2025 6:30 PM
    Signup Deadline: 6/4/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Carol Parks
    Description: Thursday Night Walkers will meet every Thursday evening in the parking lot in front of Chuck E Cheese at Friendly Shopping Center at 6:30 pm for a moderate walk. The group will have rotating leaders. The leaders are Carol Parks, John Hanson, Barbara Hanson and Joe Regan. The group will be going to dinner after the walk. If there is bad weather, the walk will be cancelled but we will still go to dinner. Call or email Carol Parks if you have questions.
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  • Pilot Creek Trail (Hike): Pilot Mountain State Park

    • 06/07/2025
    • Boyd Nelson Rd; Pinnacle, NC
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    Type of Outing: Hike
    When: SAT 6/7/2025 9:30 AM
    Signup Deadline: 6/6/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Beverly Grier
    Distance: 8 miles
    Difficulty: R-16, Moderate
    Elevation Gain: 800 ft.
    Description: Join me for an out-and-back 8 mile, moderately easy hike along Pilot Creek Trail at Pilot Mountain State Park. From the trailhead parking lot on Boyd Nelson Road (in Pinnacle, NC), we will take the Pilot Creek Trail for 3.6 miles and then pick up part of the Grindstone Trail for another ½ mile to the old Rangers Station where we will have a snack. We will then retrace our steps back to the parking lot on Boyd Nelson Road. There is no limit on the number of hikers. However, for a maximum of 10 hikers who would like to have lunch at the nearby Jolo Winery, I have made a reservation for 1:30 p.m. Sign up separately for the hike and the lunch. Directions to trailhead: Take I-40 to Rt. 52 North. Head north on Rt. 52, passing Exit 132 for Pilot State Park. Exit at 134, going around the roundabouts, and head west on NC-268 for 0.2 miles. Turn left onto Shoals Rd. Go about 0.5 miles and turn left onto Boyd Nelson Rd. Look for the parking lot up the hill on the right. The physical address of the parking lot is: 301-303 Boyd Nelson Rd, Pinnacle, NC 27043. Directions to Jolo will be provided to those going to lunch. [R-16]
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  • Pilot Creek Trail (Lunch at Jolo Winery)

    • 06/07/2025
    • Pinnacle, NC
    • 5
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    Type of Outing: Meal
    When: SAT 6/7/2025 1:30 PM
    Signup Deadline: 5/30/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Beverly Grier
    Description: After the Pilot Creek Trail hike, we will drive to the nearby Jolo Winery and have lunch. The number of hikers is unlimited. However, I have made a lunch reservation for only 10 people. Sign up separately for the hike and the lunch. Please register by 5 p.m. on May 30th. Contact Beverly Grier if you have any questions.
    Max Participants: 10
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  • Kayaking Class

    • 06/07/2025
    • Dan River; Danbury, NC
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    Type of Outing: Paddle
    When: SAT 6/7/2025
    Signup Deadline: 6/6/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Joel Deaton
    Description: Want to learn to kayak rivers but not confident on flowing water? Join us on June 7th on the Dan River near Hanging Rock SP for an introductory training class on how to paddle rivers. You may have paddled flat water but are not comfortable or lack knowledge on flowing rocky rivers. The Dan is a great place to learn. Experienced PHOC kayakers will provide the knowledge and help you develop the skills needed for rocky flowing rivers. We do not paddle the commonly publicized waterfalls nor Eskimo rolls. You will end the class with knowledge about kayaks, reading the river and avoiding rocks. Safety and rescues will also be covered. The presenters are not licensed instructors but have taken multiple classes and know the ropes. The PHOC paddler group wants to encourage new paddlers to this great sport therefore, boats and equipment will be provided where needed. Contact Joel Deaton to register. The class will be limited to 15 participants. It is best to call Joel for more information.
    Max Participants: 15
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  • Bill Craft Trail

    • 06/07/2025
    • Richardson Taylor Preserve, Plainfield Rd.
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    Type of Outing: Hike
    When: SAT 6/7/2025 8:00 AM
    Signup Deadline: 6/6/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Vicki Zina
    Distance: 7.5 miles
    Difficulty: R-8, Easy
    Description: Please join me for this out and back hike of approximately 7 miles of quiet, scenic trail off Plainfield Rd. Directions: Head north on Church St, crossing over Pisgah Church Rd. Cross Lake Townsend twice, turn left onto Plainfield Rd. Trailhead is on the right after about a mile. Or head north on Lake Brandt Rd, turn right onto Plainfield Rd. Trailhead will be on your left after a few miles.
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  • Bluff Ridge Primitive and Grassy Gap

    • 06/07/2025
    • Traphill, NC
    • 8
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    Type of Outing: Hike
    When: SAT 6/7/2025 9:00 AM
    Signup Deadline: 6/6/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: C. T. Finney
    Distance: 13.9 miles
    Difficulty: R-41, Strenuous
    Elevation Gain: 2,759 ft.
    Description: Description: Through all the hikes that our club does, I can think of no better rite of passage than the Bluff Ridge Primitive trail. Come join me on Saturday June 7 for this strenuous climb that splits directly upwards through the heart of Doughton Park, a PHOC-favorite. This arduous climb will begin on Longbottom Rd at 9:00am and will lead us onwards and upwards to the peak of Bluff Mountain where we will enjoy a surreal view of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains. We'll have a snack at the shelter atop Bluff Mountain and lunch somewhere along the Bluff Mountain trail heading towards Grassy Gap. We will descend via the gentle downhill of Grassy Gap and return to our cars. After this hike, I plan to hold a social hour for a crisp trail-cap at the much-beloved Angry Troll in downtown Elkin and help ourselves to a worthy trailcap following this worthy hike. I will message all registrants carpool details closer to the time of our hike and I look forward to this memorable climb with you all! 13.9 miles, 2759 ft elev. [R-41] Limit 15 Participants
    Max Participants: 15
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  • Rhododendron HIke: Cabin Ridge Lite Lollipop

    • 06/07/2025
    • Grayson Highlands State Park
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    Type of Outing: Hike
    When: SAT 6/7/2025 9:30 AM
    Signup Deadline: 6/6/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Clare Strayhorn
    Distance: 10 miles
    Difficulty: R-33, Moderate
    Elevation Gain: 1,600 ft.
    Description: Let’s return to Grayson Highlands and enjoy what this area has to offer in late Spring. On this loop hike we hopefully will see Catawba (pink) rhododendrons in bloom, ponies and their newborns, and great views while enjoying a reasonably good workout with some elevation and challenging trail conditions along the way. From Massie Gap, we join the Rhododendron Gap Trail and AT and head south to Rhododendron Gap (for the 360 views), the Thomas Knob shelter (our lunch stop), past the Mt. Rogers Spur Trail, finally arriving at the Cabin Ridge overlook area. The return leg will be along the Virginia Highlands Trail, joining the Crest trail and then Rhodo. Gap Trail back to the parking area. There are outstanding views throughout this hike, but expect some muddy, rocky and wet conditions along parts of the Virginia Highlands trail. Carpooling will be available from Carolina Diner, Greensboro, at 7 am, and from McDonalds, Jonestown (Winston-Salem) at 7:30 am. For those going directly to the park, please plan to meet at the Visitor Center (just past the visitor entrance) at 9:30 am. There is a charge to get into the park ($10 per car). Approx. 10 miles and 1600 feet elev. [R-29]
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  • Pilot Mountain Loop Hike

    • 06/07/2025
    • Pilot Mt. State Park
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    Type of Outing: Hike
    When: SAT 6/7/2025
    Signup Deadline: 6/6/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Lynne Mitchell
    Distance: 11 miles
    Difficulty: R-31, Strenuous
    Elevation Gain: 2,000 ft.
    Description: Join me on this "big loop" hike at Pilot Mountain. The hike will start and end at the Corridor Trail parking lot in Pinnacle and include Grassy Ridge, Grindstone, Pinnacle and Mountain trails. We will hike at a moderate pace. 11 miles, 2000 ft elevation gain. [R-31]
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  • Vineyard Trail, Forest Bathing Trail, MST to Carter Falls

    • 06/08/2025
    • Elkin, NC
    • 10
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    Type of Outing: Hike
    When: SUN 6/8/2025 11:00 AM
    Signup Deadline: 6/7/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: C. T. Finney
    Distance: 6 miles
    Difficulty: R-11, Easy
    Elevation Gain: 518 ft.
    Description: Description: Come with me to explore the rich foothills of nearby Elkin, NC - my humble hometown. On this relatively new trail, we will hike through rolling hills, rustic meadows and rural farmlands out to the hidden, and truly majestic, Carter Falls where we'll have a snack before making our way back the way we came. We will end and begin at Grassy Creek Vineyard where we will enjoy a varied and delectable selection of Yadkin Valley wines. Everyone who attends, please bring a finger-food/charcuterie dish for a picnic at the winery after the hike. This will be an easy, relaxing hike meant for us to enjoy walking through the beautiful backcountry of my hometown. 6 miles, 518 ft elev. [R-11]
    Max Participants: 15
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  • PHOC Monthly Meeting

    • 06/09/2025
    • Westminster Presbyterian Church, 3906 W Friendly Ave, Greensboro, NC
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    Type of Outing: Social
    When: MON 6/9/2025 7:00 PM
    Signup Deadline: 5:00 pm
    Leader: Joan Heiss
    Description: Presenter: Dr. Heather Colleran, RDN, CSSD, LDN, CSCS Fueling Your Body for Health & Hiking Dr. Colleran will present the importance of proper nutrition before, while, and after hiking and exercise. You will learn how to prevent dehydration, prevent muscle cramping, and be energized on the trail
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  • Pub Trivia Night

    • 06/12/2025
    • Angry Troll Taproom Elkin, NC
    • 9
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    Type of Outing: Social
    When: THU 6/12/2025 6:00 PM
    Signup Deadline: 6/11/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: C. T. Finney
    Description: Description: Come join me, the peer-proclaimed PHOC “Lord of Revels,” for a night of fun, friends, food, drinks and laughs! Our trivia host gives us fresh content each week for a chance to win prizes. This is a free event – there are no cover fees! The trivia begins at 6:30PM, but plan to arrive around 6:00PM so we can find a table and get settled. The taproom features a wide variety of hot and savory pub-fare apps, a wide variety of crisp beers, and a fully stocked bar in the event you’d prefer cocktails! I look forward to spending an evening of merriment in the charming foothills town of Elkin, NC with you all!
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  • Thursday Night Walk

    • 06/12/2025
    • Friendly Center
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    Type of Outing: Walk
    When: THU 6/12/2025 6:30 PM
    Signup Deadline: 6/11/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Carol Parks
    Description: Thursday Night Walkers will meet every Thursday evening in the parking lot in front of Chuck E Cheese at Friendly Shopping Center at 6:30 pm for a moderate walk. The group will have rotating leaders. The leaders are Carol Parks, John Hanson, Barbara Hanson and Joe Regan. The group will be going to dinner after the walk. If there is bad weather, the walk will be cancelled but we will still go to dinner. Call or email Carol Parks if you have questions.
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  • James River

    • 06/13/2025
    • 06/15/2025
    • Upper James R. Water Trail, Natural Bridge, VA
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    Type of Outing: Paddle and Camping
    When: FRI 6/13/2025
    Signup Deadline: 6/12/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Wayne Hale
    Description: We will head back to Natural Bridge Station, VA for adventures open to all club members. Camping at Hopper Creek Group Campsite on Friday, and Saturday night. The site will accommodate 25 campers and 8 vehicles and includes amenities of picnic tables, BBQ grills, fire ring, bear-proof trash disposal and a “five-star” vault toilet. No potable water. The camping fee is $48 which we will split. Tents only, no RV’s. Limited parking so carpooling needed. On Saturday we will paddle the James River with class I and II rapids for approximately 6 hours. The section will depend on water levels. On Sunday, some may do a shorter paddle.. For those who would like to camp but not paddle, our site is a short distance from Apple Orchard Falls, the AT, Devil’s Marbleyard and other foot trails, as well as Cave Mountain Lake (where we use the showers) and Natural Bridge Park. Please contact Wayne Hale by email to get on the list.
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  • Stone Mountain Classic Loop

    • 06/14/2025
    • Roaring Gap, NC
    • 3
    Type of Outing: Hike
    When: SAT 6/14/2025 9:00 AM
    Signup Deadline: 6/13/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: C. T. Finney
    Distance: 10.9 miles
    Difficulty: R-31, Strenuous
    Elevation Gain: 2,000 ft.
    Description: Come away with me to my cradle of humble origin! Within the embrace of the Blue Ridge Mountains, I plan to lead a hike at Stone Mountain State Park. Our journey will begin at the backpacker's parking lot at 9:00 am, where we will hike our way up along the MST, down Wolf Rock, over Stone Mountain, over Cedar Rock, and back to Wolf Rock, and from thence down the MST back to our vehicles. I've a feeling the sun will promise to be kind during the merry month of June and with luck, we will be surrounded by the beautiful white blooms of the Great Rhododendrons and serenaded by the calming babble of the Big Sandy Creek. I plan to hold a social hour at Angry Troll Brewery, in downtown Elkin, after the hike for a proper “trail cap” after the hike and would love for everyone to join me who can.10.9 miles, 2000 ft elev. [R-31]
    Max Participants: 15
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  • Indian Creek Trail

    • 06/14/2025
    • Hanging Rock State Park
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    Type of Outing: Hike
    When: SAT 6/14/2025 9:00 AM
    Signup Deadline: 6/13/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Dave Johnson
    Distance: 7.2 miles
    Difficulty: R-18, Moderate
    Elevation Gain: 1,000 ft.
    Description: Indian Creek is a beautiful wooded hike with several stream crossings early in the hike. We will start at the parking lot at the end of Flinchum Road in Danbury NC, just past the Dan River Company kayak and canoe rental and Green Heron Ale House. We will gently ascend to Hidden and Window Falls and a moderate climb to the visitor’s center at Hanging Rock. 7.2 miles/+/- 1000 feet [R-18]. Poles are recommended, as are waterproof shoes if you have them (stream crossings are shallow unless we’ve had a lot of recent rain). For those who would like, an additional 1.5 mile loop around the River Bluff Trail offers a beautiful view of the rock bluffs above the Dan River. Carpoolers will leave from Carolinas Diner at 8 AM.
    Required Gear: Hiking Poles
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  • Lake Norman Hicks Creek Paddle

    • 06/15/2025
    • Mooresville, NC
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    Type of Outing: Paddle
    When: SUN 6/15/2025 11:00 AM
    Signup Deadline: 6/14/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: C. T. Finney
    Distance: 7.4 miles
    Difficulty: Moderate
    Description: POST TRAIL-MARKER EDIT: After reviewing LANO’s area restrictions on their kayak rentals, this paddle will require all registrants to bring their own kayaks and paddles. Unfortunately the park will not allow us to take the rentals in the area that we will be paddling. PFDs are available for free use at the boat launch, but are under limited availability. Where the glistening waters of the mighty Catawba dam and pond, please come join me for a delightful Sunday afternoon paddle at Lake Norman State Park. Together, we will enjoy a moderately paced paddle up around the Hick’s Creek section of Lake Norman State Park. We will put in at the launch site on Boat Launch Dr and enjoy a late lunch at the confluence of Norwood Creek and Hicks Creek where there are lovely beaches for us to moor and a nice, firm picnic table to host our lunches. After the paddle, please join me for a crisp beer at the King Canary, located just a little further south, just off I-40.
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  • Bill Craft Trail

    • 06/15/2025
    • Plainfield Rd, Greensboro, NC
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    Type of Outing: Hike
    When: SUN 6/15/2025 9:00 AM
    Signup Deadline: 6/14/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Claudia Cannady
    Distance: 7 miles
    Difficulty: R-8, Easy
    Description: This local watershed trail is a club favorite out- and-back hike of approximately 7 miles with quiet woods and watershed views off Plainfield Road, Greensboro/Summerfield. Directions: Head north on Church St, past Pisgah Church Rd, across Lake Townsend twice, turning left onto Plainfield Rd. Trailhead is on the right after about a mile. Or head north on Lake Brandt Rd, turn right onto Plainfield Rd. Trailhead will be on your left after a few miles. We will meet to start hiking at 9:00am. Bring a carrot or apple if you want to feed the pigs at the end of the “out.” Contact Claudia Cannady with questions or register on the website if you plan to come. [R-8]
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  • Thursday Night Walk

    • 06/19/2025
    • Friendly Center
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    Type of Outing: Walk
    When: THU 6/19/2025 6:30 PM
    Signup Deadline: 6/18/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Carol Parks
    Description: Thursday Night Walkers will meet every Thursday evening in the parking lot in front of Chuck E Cheese at Friendly Shopping Center at 6:30 pm for a moderate walk. The group will have rotating leaders. The leaders are Carol Parks, John Hanson, Barbara Hanson and Joe Regan. The group will be going to dinner after the walk. If there is bad weather, the walk will be cancelled but we will still go to dinner. Call or email Carol Parks if you have questions.
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  • Summer Solstice Bike Ride

    • 06/20/2025
    • TBD - Either the New River Trail or the American Tobacco Trail
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    Type of Outing: Bike
    When: FRI 6/20/2025
    Signup Deadline: 6/19/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Lynne Mitchell
    Distance: 45 miles
    Difficulty: R-, Moderate
    Elevation Gain: ft.
    Description: Join me on a bike ride celebrating the summer solstice! Depending on the weather, we'll either ride on the New River Trail or the American Tobacco Trail with our goal to get in 40-45 miles. Bring a spare tube, water, snacks, lunch, and a bike helmet.
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  • Osprey-Townsend Trail

    • 06/21/2025
    • Greensboro, NC
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    Type of Outing: Hike
    When: SAT 6/21/2025 8:00 AM
    Signup Deadline: 6/20/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Ruth Moss
    Distance: 8 miles
    Difficulty: R-11, Easy
    Description: Join me for a hike along the Greensboro Watershed. Let’s meet a little before 8:00 AM at the Osprey Parking lot on Yanceyville Street. Coming from downtown Greensboro (going north) the parking lot is around ¼ mile on the left past Reedy Fork Baptist Church. We will hike a short distance on Osprey, then pick up Townsend trail, hike to the end of Townsend, and back to the cars. This walk is around 8 miles miles out and back. Its not necessary to inform me that you are hiking, but if there are questions please contact Ruth Moss. [R 11]
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  • A Day on the AT

    • 06/21/2025
    • Carvers Gap NC
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    Type of Outing: Hike
    When: SAT 6/21/2025
    Signup Deadline: 6/20/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Joan Heiss
    Distance: 12 miles
    Difficulty: R-35, Strenuous
    Elevation Gain: 2,329 ft.
    Description: Please join me for a moderately-challenging early summer out and back hike on an incredibly scenic portion of the Appalachian Trail that begins at Carver's Gap and leads to the Yellow Mountain Gap. We will climb Round Bald then Jane Bald taking in views of the beautiful layers of mountains and wild mountain flowers. We will proceed to the summit of Grassy Ridge continuing on for an ethereal hike in the forest and past the Stan Murray shelter. We will veer toward the Overmountain Victory Trail stopping at the Overmountain campground for lunch, water, and rest. Please bring sunscreen, a hat, snacks, and food. Carpool details will be provided a week before the hike--this is a long drive from the Piedmont-Triad so be prepared for a long day out!
    Max Participants: 10
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  • Rocky Knob

    • 06/21/2025
    • Blue Ridge Parkway, VA
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    Type of Outing: Hike
    When: SAT 6/21/2025
    Signup Deadline: 6/20/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Ken Yates
    Distance: 7.5 miles
    Difficulty: R-25, Moderate
    Elevation Gain: 1,500 ft.
    Description: Let’s hike the Rocky Knob Trail in Virginia. This is a moderate 7.5 mile hike with 1,500 feet of elevation gain. Much of the trail is in the open so you can enjoy the beauty of the surrounding mountains. I hope to be back in Greensboro around 4 pm. (Shuttle TBD)
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  • Kayak on Lake MacKintosh

    • 06/22/2025
    • Guilford MacKintosh Lake Park
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    Type of Outing: Paddle
    When: SUN 6/22/2025 10:30 AM
    Signup Deadline: 6/21/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Gale Magann
    Description: Meet to launch at 10:30 am at the Guilford-Mackintosh Lake Park off I-40 exit south at the Red Oak Brewery. After paddling, let’s have lunch in the Brewery Garden. They have good bratwurst! If you wish to rent a kayak, contact the park beforehand for information and be ready at 10:30 to head out. We will explore the quarry and then paddle up stream as usual. Launch fees are $3 and $7 and they only take cash. Check website for rental fees. BRING CASH.
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  • Pub Trivia Night

    • 06/26/2025
    • Angry Troll Taproom Elkin, NC
    • 9
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    Type of Outing: Social
    When: THU 6/26/2025 6:00 PM
    Signup Deadline: 6/25/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: C. T. Finney
    Description: Description: Come join me, the peer-proclaimed PHOC “Lord of Revels,” for a night of fun, friends, food, drinks and laughs! Our trivia host gives us fresh content each week for a chance to win prizes. This is a free event – there are no cover fees! The trivia begins at 6:30PM, but plan to arrive around 6:00PM so we can find a table and get settled. The taproom features a wide variety of hot and savory pub-fare apps, a wide variety of crisp beers, and a fully stocked bar in the event you’d prefer cocktails! I look forward to spending an evening of merriment in the charming foothills town of Elkin, NC with you all!
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  • Thursday Night Walk

    • 06/26/2025
    • Friendly Center
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    Type of Outing: Walk
    When: THU 6/26/2025 6:30 PM
    Signup Deadline: 6/25/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Carol Parks
    Description: Thursday Night Walkers will meet every Thursday evening in the parking lot in front of Chuck E Cheese at Friendly Shopping Center at 6:30 pm for a moderate walk. The group will have rotating leaders. The leaders are Carol Parks, John Hanson, Barbara Hanson and Joe Regan. The group will be going to dinner after the walk. If there is bad weather, the walk will be cancelled but we will still go to dinner. Call or email Carol Parks if you have questions.
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  • Paddle, Camping and Hiking

    • 06/27/2025
    • 06/29/2025
    • Elkin, NC
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    Type of Outing: Paddle and Camping
    When: FRI 6/27/2025
    Signup Deadline: 5:00 pm
    Leader: Martha Pittman / Benny Pittman
    Description: Join us for a fun weekend in Elkin, NC. On Friday evening, we will host a social at our campsite at Byrd's Branch Campground. Saturday, we plan to kayak the Yadkin River from Crater Park to Burch Station at Mitchell River (Class I, II)The section may change depending on river conditions. We will close out the day with dinner at a local brewery. * While considered a beginner white water section, paddlers should have some experience with moving water and be comfortable up to Class II whitewater. Sunday morning, we will explore the easy trails in the Carter Falls/Grassy Creek area to finish our weekend. Each participant will arrange their own accomodation. **Day trip option- Saturday kayaking with a brewery meetup after would make a great day trip option for those traveling from either Greensboro or Winston-Salem areas. Final details regarding meetups will be provided to the registrants. To sign up or ask questions, email Martha Pittman or Benny Pittman.
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  • Mountain and Grindstone Trails

    • 06/28/2025
    • Pilot Mountain State Park
    • 12
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    Type of Outing: Hike
    When: SAT 6/28/2025 8:00 AM
    Signup Deadline: 6/27/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Ruth Moss
    Distance: 10.5 miles
    Difficulty: R-27, Moderate
    Elevation Gain: 1,700 ft.
    Description: This is a loop hike that will begin and end at the visitor center. We will utilize the Grindstone trail to ascend to the top, and walk around the Pinnacle loop. After enjoying a leisurely lunch, we will return to the visitor center using the Mountain Trail. Bring plenty of water and a snack or lunch. contact Ruth for the meeting time and place by noon November 29. 10.5 miles. [R-27] LIMIT of 15 participants.
    Max Participants: 15
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  • Bluff Ridge Primitive and Cedar Ridge

    • 06/28/2025
    • Doughton Park, Blue Ridge Parkway
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    Type of Outing: Hike
    When: SAT 6/28/2025 9:00 AM
    Signup Deadline: 6/27/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Juhua Morrison
    Distance: 14 miles
    Difficulty: R-45, Strenuous
    Elevation Gain: 3,050 ft.
    Description: We will start at Longbottom Rd and climb up the Bluff Ridge Primitive trail, and then Bluff Mt. trail to Wildcat Rock. We can stop at the shelter for snacks and water. We will hike to Wildcat Rock and have our lunch there. We will hike back to our cars through the Cedar Ridge trail. The carpooling will be broadcast. 14 miles, 3050 ft elev. [R-45]
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  • Lake Brandt Paddle

    • 06/29/2025
    • 5945 Lake Brandt Rd Greensboro 27455
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    Type of Outing: Paddle
    When: SUN 6/29/2025 4:00 PM
    Signup Deadline: 6/28/2025 5:00 pm
    Leader: Joyce Traver Beverly Grier
    Description: On Sunday, June 29, Beverly Grier and Joyce Traver will co-lead a paddle on Lake Brandt from 4:00-6:00pm. Following the paddle we invite you to join us for dinner at CharBar7. The address for the Lake Brandt Marina is 5945 Lake Brandt Rd. Greensboro 27455. Don’t have a kayak? No problem. You can rent a single and a life jacket for $15.00 or tandem for $25.00. There is a launching fee of $6.00. CharBar7 is located at 3724 Lawndale Ave 27455. Please let one of us know if you are coming to dinner afterwards by June 28 so we can make reservations. Otherwise, just register on the PHOC app so we know that you plan to paddle. This is an easy paddle, so everyone should feel comfortable doing it. Try to arrive no later than 3:30 so we can get the entire two hours on the water.
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