Write-up: Jerry Stewart
Leader: Jerry Stewart
Co-Leader: Meg Higgerson

I know you’re all wondering, “So how did your Memorial Day hike go?” With this crew it’s always an adventure and this proved to be no different. 28 met at Valley View Golf Course and away we went. Meg made ribbons with the names of Tramps who had crossed over the big divide, which we wore.

Along the golf course we went up to the Eagle. This spot is rumored to be the Inspiration Point of Utica, amazing what you learn on the trail! From there it was no longer a follow-the-leader hike. We split into groups, handed out maps, which were marked with locations of our early club founders and were off in search of old tramps. We had bio’s of some, which we sent out with the maps. Very interesting people.
Abigail Dimon was the first secretary, lead the first hike and repeated that hike for #500! The bio’s were informative and added much to the adventure. We read them aloud at the graves. It was their vision, which made the club that we enjoy today. On the way back we had an extra mileage option which half took advantage of. As we usually do, we planned to stop for a beverage. Finding that most other establishments were closed, we were invited to Scarpino’s for pizza and beer on the veranda! Thank you Bobbie!

More photos of this hike may be found in the Gallery.