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TUSCARORA TRAIL/SLEEPY CREEK TWO-NIGHT BACKPACK

Date and Time

Friday, June 14, 2024 2:00PM - Sunday, June 16, 2024 2:00PM

Location

Hedgesville WV,
West Virginia,
MD United States

Registration

Registration is required for this activity.

Overview

This is a moderate three-day, two-night backpack covering approximately 20 miles and about 700 ft in elevation gain in a loop along the Tuscarora Trail in the Sleepy Creek WMA (PATC Map L). Travel includes both forest roads and trails with views off the ridge line of the Tuscarora Trail and base camping for 2 nights near Sleepy Creek Lake (2$/night per person fee). The weekend trip will include backpacking into Sleepy Creek, a day hike on Saturday that will include views to the West from Sleepy Creek Mountain. Trails are maintained by the Potomac Appalachian Trail Club. **Paul Noonan is an overnight leader in training under the supervision of Will Schaefer who is the leader of record.** Required gear: Ursack or bear canister. [AMC Potomac Chapter does have gear that can be lent out, contact trip leader]

AMC Trip Policy

Cost

Free

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Sleepy Creek

Activity

Backpacking

Offered By

Potomac

Status

Open

Difficulty

Moderate

Audience

Adults (18+)


Leader




Hi everyone! My first memories of camping were in the White Mountains which have led to a lifelong passion to be outdoors. I have been a member of AMC since 2011 and am a Volunteer Leader for the Potomac Chapter. I've climbed more than half of ADK 46ers, half the NH4000's, and hiked about 1300 miles of the AT. I have hiked extensively in Utah & Colorado in the last few years. I recently participated in an AMC Adventure trekking trip to Nepal.

Leader



For years I have cozied up in AMC huts and lodges for mountaineering, backpacking, mountain biking, and paddling adventures. Being a AMC volunteer trip leader, I look forward to exploring new woods and waterways and sharing the experiences with others.
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