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Seeking higher vistas
More details to follow--check back to this intro to get the latest. Updated 1 May.
Peters Mill Run and Tasker's Gap trails, near Edinburg, VA (+/- 25 miles South of Front Royal). Part of GWNF system, these trails require a "day use" fee, $5 per vehicle, no additional charge for passengers.
Hog Roast is at a friend's farm near Edinburg, less than 30-minutes from the Woodstock Tower on the far side of Peters Mill trail. He has a big yard party each year at his farmhouse. He is permitting me to invite my Toyota friends for food, fun, and over-night camping (primitive) on his place.
Agenda--Saturday May 7th
0900-1000 Meet somewhere for breakfast (IHOP in Haymarket? the one at 7495 Iron Bar Lane)
1000-1100 Drive to Edinburg Shell Station, just off the east side of exit #279) to buy day-pass ($5/vehicle)
1100-1500 Trail Ride; the trail head is east of town across the river on SR 675. The trail is identified on Google Maps as "Powell Mountain Trail". It goes North/Northeast for about 15 miles. The north side ends near Woodstock Tower, with great views over the "Seven Bends" of the Shenandoah River. We'll have to make time to hike the 1/4 mile to the actual tower and take in the vistas over the treetops!
1500-1600 Drive to Wakeman's Farm (a few miles west off exit #279 in Edinburg)
1600- ? Hog Roast dinner and social time
-The hog roast is a big family event. Last year there were more kids than adults, so all guests are expected to behave appropriately.
-We can camp in his field next to the farmhouse (several acres)--pull the Cruisers into the field and set-up before night-fall.
-We can bring adult beverages--be responsible; my friend says
"don't plan to leave that night" if you've been imbibing the spirits or barley beverages.
What to bring to the Hog Roast
- we're not expected to bring a "potluck" dish, but if you think it would survive the day on the trail then please bring one. If you want adult beverages, bring your preference.
- folding chair
- if your kids are coming, bring a change (or two!) of clothes. Play time on the farm can be messy.
- rain gear--the party's "on" rain or shine!
Contact me by PM if you have additional questions or need to clarify something. Reply to this thread if you decide you are attending.
Peters Mill Run and Tasker's Gap trails, near Edinburg, VA (+/- 25 miles South of Front Royal). Part of GWNF system, these trails require a "day use" fee, $5 per vehicle, no additional charge for passengers.
Hog Roast is at a friend's farm near Edinburg, less than 30-minutes from the Woodstock Tower on the far side of Peters Mill trail. He has a big yard party each year at his farmhouse. He is permitting me to invite my Toyota friends for food, fun, and over-night camping (primitive) on his place.
Agenda--Saturday May 7th
0900-1000 Meet somewhere for breakfast (IHOP in Haymarket? the one at 7495 Iron Bar Lane)
1000-1100 Drive to Edinburg Shell Station, just off the east side of exit #279) to buy day-pass ($5/vehicle)
1100-1500 Trail Ride; the trail head is east of town across the river on SR 675. The trail is identified on Google Maps as "Powell Mountain Trail". It goes North/Northeast for about 15 miles. The north side ends near Woodstock Tower, with great views over the "Seven Bends" of the Shenandoah River. We'll have to make time to hike the 1/4 mile to the actual tower and take in the vistas over the treetops!
1500-1600 Drive to Wakeman's Farm (a few miles west off exit #279 in Edinburg)
1600- ? Hog Roast dinner and social time
-The hog roast is a big family event. Last year there were more kids than adults, so all guests are expected to behave appropriately.
-We can camp in his field next to the farmhouse (several acres)--pull the Cruisers into the field and set-up before night-fall.
-We can bring adult beverages--be responsible; my friend says
"don't plan to leave that night" if you've been imbibing the spirits or barley beverages.
What to bring to the Hog Roast
- we're not expected to bring a "potluck" dish, but if you think it would survive the day on the trail then please bring one. If you want adult beverages, bring your preference.
- folding chair
- if your kids are coming, bring a change (or two!) of clothes. Play time on the farm can be messy.
- rain gear--the party's "on" rain or shine!
Contact me by PM if you have additional questions or need to clarify something. Reply to this thread if you decide you are attending.
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isn't too sure about camping into Mother's Day.
All good though just really wanted to make this trail ride and roast. Well there will be another one. 
