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Home > Groups > Outdoorzy Singles > Bulletins Outdoorzy Singles Bulletins~WinterWarmer~posted by PJ on February 8, 2008I would like to announce the Fifth Annual Billville Winter Warmer! This year, the Winter Warmer will be held Feb 29th thru March 2nd at the historic Doyle Hotel! (http://doylehotel.com) Q: What is a 'Winter Warmer"? A: The Billville Winter Warmer is just an excuse to get together and hang out with friends who love the AT and hiking. It is rather loosely sponsored by Billville (a sub-group of AT hikers and trail angels) but all are welcome. There may be a planned work trip to the Ironmasters Hostel, or some other trail-related work to be done, but that has yet to be determined. Other than that, there are no planned events other than socializing in the bar on Friday and Saturday night. Options for the weekend are numerous, however, with many hiking options in the area. Also, if you missed the Gathering this year, its a short drive to take a tour of Gettysburg. And in the winter, you have the place to yourself! If you have never been there, I highly suggest making the trip. In the past, if the conditions are not too bad, we have organized shelter-cleaning hikes. This is nothing major, just a short hike into a shelter to look around and clean up whatever might need cleaning and hiking out any trash if there is any. Last year, hiking was very difficult due to the icy conditions, but in previous years there has been little to no snow on the ground. Q: Where is the Winter Warmer? A: The Warmer will once again be held at the Doyle Hotel and Bar in downtown Duncannon, PA. There are several rooms available, and the quiet hours start at 2 am. If this is too much, there is a campground just down the street, or the truck stop just outside of town. Last year, we had most people stay in the Doyle, and it should be that way this year as well, especially if you dont mind curling up on a piece of floor. (Please remember to pay your share to the Doyle even if you are sleeping on the floor! Not sure about the current rates, but last year it was $5.) The Doyle is kind enough to host this event and they have treated us very well in the past. Pat and Vickey are excellent hosts - and we are lucky to have a great, friendly place like the Doyle to gather. We are welcome to socialize in the main bar, which usually has live entertainment, but we also have access to the upstairs bar if anyone wants to organize some sort of event.....Contact me 4 more info.. |
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