Braley Pond/Bald Ridge Hike

The Charlottesville Chapter of the PATC resumed its recreational hike program on Saturday, June 27th with a members-only hike starting at Braley Pond in West Augusta, VA and climbing up the Bald Ridge Trail to a viewpoint near The Peak.  The group returned the same way (though they returned on the trail on the opposite side of Braley Pond) for a hike totaling 8.6 miles.  Attendees included Peggy Byrd, Nancy Handley, three members of the Ballen Family, John Brandt, hike leader Jeff Monroe, and his dog Gracie.

Reaction from one of our hikers:  I enjoyed my fellow hikers, the beauty of the trail, especially the fragrance of the wild roses, the view, the weather was amazingly comfortable, the light breeze was delightful.  I am a fan of wind.  It was also a treat to socialize with a group of people, my first since the middle of March. Thanks for planning and leading this hike. Looking forward to another one.