SSTB member Sharon Englisch will lead a group up to 6 people plus herself on a walk of easy/moderate difficulty. There are a couple inclines; terrain combines gravel trail, dirt trail, short distance on pavement, then natural dirt trail. The distance is about 2.4 miles total and will take about 1 hour. We will walk at an easy pace.
We will gather at the Lake Needwood in Derwood, MD. 15700 Needwood Lake Circle, Derwood MD. Park and meet at parking lot at Rock Creek Hiker/Biker Trail and Westside trail starting point, it's just past boat house/snack bar.
We will begin our hike on the Westside Trail, make a complete loop around and end up at the boathouse. Here is a link to a Map of the area
RSVP to timebankevents@sstimebank.org to participate or to ask questions
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Be sure to bring water bottles and keep in mind there is a port-a-potty near the start/finish point. Bathrooms are not open yet.
Reservations are required and walkers will be notified of any changes due to weather or cicadas. Rain date will be May 21.
Correctly worn masks will be required for all participants during the entire walk as well as appropriate distancing, as per Montgomery County requirements.
This walk is people only, no pets.
There are picnic tables and we can have a snack/packed dinner after our hike.
The Silver Spring Time Bank hopes to continue walks every six weeks or so, and at different times on different days, depending on interest.