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bus departures

Catch our bus at one of the convenient locations in Washington D.C., Virginia and/or Maryland

faq

Thank you for your interest in Capital Hiking Club & for visiting our Web site.

To assist you, we have compiled a list of our most frequently asked questions and we hope you will find this section helpful.

welcome

Experience the wilderness 52 weeks a year with CHC, a non-profit hiking group who welcomes the public to join us on all hikes.

We specialize in hiking options that challenge all skill levels and fulfilling the varied interests of our hikers.

Weekly hikes:

Long hikes of 9 to 12 miles

Or an alternative hike of 5 to

9 miles

Social time with post hike

refreshments

On the annual schedule:

Urban Trailer Hikes

Moonlight Hikes

Hiking plus:

Winery tours

River tubing

Beach trips

Civil War battlefields

Swimming holes

Farmers markets

Come hike with CHC to meet interesting people and make new friends!

CHC News

Summer letter from Mark Tune, CHC President

6/1/2008

Dear Capital Hiker--I have some great news to share with you regarding Shenandoah National Park (SNP) entrance fees. More

CHC is looking for a few good hike leaders

If you are interested in expanding your knowledge of the wilderness and getting more involved with the Club, please consider becoming a hike leader. More

CHC celebrates 70th anniversary

On Saturday, November 3, 2007, CHC celebrated a milestone--70 years of hiking! More

Photo Gallery Highlights

events & hikes

Sat., August 23, 08:00 AM
North Central Railroad Trail, MD/ York County Heritage Trail, PA/ Winery Tour

Wed., August 27, 18:15 PM
Urban Trailers - Dupont Circle

Sun., August 31, 08:00 AM
Assateague Island National Seashore, VA

Visit our complete schedule for hike and event details, the bus departure points and contact info for hike leaders.