---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Sierra Club Catoctin Group <mdhiker2@...>
Date: Nov 4, 2007 7:35 PM
Subject: Hike Next Saturday
To: nladamson@...
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Saturday: Hike Maryland Heights Followed by Dinner in Harpers Ferry
Support Trash Hauling Franchising in Frederick County | |
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Sierra Club Catoctin Group |
November 4, 2007 |
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Saturday November 10 - Hike Maryland Heights
across from Harpers Ferry WV, followed by optional dinner in Harpers Ferry. Moderately difficult. This is a fairly challenging loop hike of about 6 miles with a 1,300 foot elevation change. There are some outstanding views of the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers and of Harpers Ferry, as well as some old fortifications to explore. We'll meet at 1 p.m. at the trailhead. Trailhead is just across Sandy Hook Rd. from the foot bridge across the C&O Canal. We'll dine at The Secret Six Tavern in Harpers Ferry afterward.
Email mdhiker2@...
if you plan to come. Bring water, wear sturdy hiking shoes and dress in layers.
Note, parking can be an issue. Leave extra time in case your first parking choice is full
. Try and car pool. Email if you would like a ride from Frederick. Directions to trailhead parking: 340 south exit left onto 180/Keep Tryst Rd. Turn right on Sandy Hook Road, pass under bridge, then go 1 mile to small parking area on right, just past trailhead. If it is full, there are a couple of other areas along Sandy Hook Road to pull over.
Alternative parking, especially if you are staying for dinner: Stay on 340 to Harpers Ferry and park in lower Harpers Ferry by the train station. Walk across the foot bridge, then go left (upstream) on the C&O towpath a short ways.
Cross the canal on the small bridge and the trailhead is just across the road. Back-up parking is at the National Park parking area. |
Tuesday, November 13, 6:30 p.m. Second Tuesday Social and Informal Meeting. Isabella's Restaurant and Tapas Bar., Frederick
Come for drinks and/or dinner. This is a good chance to meet fellow outdoor lovers and environmentalists, as well as make suggestions for Sierra Club activities you'd like to see. Isabella's Is all non smoking and is in downtown Frederick on the East side of Market Street between Patrick and Church. For garage parking, go right on Church then take an immediate left into the garage. We'll be at a table in the back. RSVP appreciated but not required. For more information email
mdhiker2@....
Future Second Tuesdays: December 11, January 8 |
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General membership meeting Saturday Dec. 1 at the Common Market Community room 11 a.m. to noon.
We'll discuss global climate disruption and local activities, the proposed incinerator for Frederick and Carroll Counties, and have time for general discussion and socializing. |
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What is Trash Hauling Franchising and Why Should We Care??
Because it will improve Frederick Counties ability to increase recycling. Please read below and contact your representatives if you live in Frederick County.
The Board of County Commissioners is planning to request authority from the County's State delegation to
to establish trash hauling franchising districts. This authority would allow the County to create trash hauling districts and to accept bids from haulers interested in providing service within a district. By having only one company cover any particular area, franchising will reduce the truck traffic on County roads. More importantly, franchising will enable recycling efforts and trash collection to be tied into one operation. In turn, this will enable curb side recycling to be extended throughout the County since franchised haulers could be required to pick up recycled materials as well as trash as part of their contract. Last year, the County's efforts to obtain authority to create hauling franchises failed because the County's state lawmakers said they had heard too many complaints and questions from constituents as well as small trash haulers who felt threatened.
The commissioners said many of the problems were created by misunderstandings which they hope to clear up before decisions are made by the
delegation this year. They need the public to contact the delegates to let them know that we support solid waste franchising because it is a key to facilitating recycling efforts throughout the County. Please write, email or phone your delegates and ask them to authorize solid waste hauling franchises in Frederick County
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MARYLAND STATE SENATE
Alex X. Mooney ® - District 3
(301) 620-0200
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David R. Brinkley
District 4,
Carroll &
Frederick Counties
(301) 698-9206
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MARYLAND HOUSE OF DELEGATES
Galen R. Clagett
District 3A
(301) 663-4596
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C. Sue Hecht
District 3A,
Frederick County
301-662-2464
e-mail:
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Richard B. Weldon, Jr.
District 3B,
Frederick &
Washington Counties
301-834-4119
e-mail:
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Joseph R. Bartlett
District 4A,
Frederick County
(301) 371-9900
e-mail:
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Paul S. Stull
District 4A,
Frederick County
(301) 898-9345
e-mail:
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Donald B. Elliott
District 4B,
Carroll &
Frederick Counties
301-898-0639
e-mail:
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Are you sociable? Would you like to meet new people who are interested in the environment and enjoy the outdoors?
The Sierra Club Catoctin Group is organizing a Membership Committee. If you are interested in joining, please email Chris at
mdhiker2@... . No experience necessary, timing and time commitment are flexible and up to you.
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December 8, Saturday, 10 a.m. - Hike the Appalachian Trail to Washington Monument. A moderate 6 mile hike.
Meet at the parking lot on the left side of Route 40 just before it crosses Route 70. Bring water, a snack or lunch, and wear appropriate hiking shoes. Dress in layers.
For more information email mdhiker2@...
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