Twelve hikers met up to hike the Crozet Greenway on a cool, clear Saturday morning of February 19. The meeting point at 9 am was at the Western Ridge Clubhouse and the route went from there to Lickinghole Basin and along Lickinghole Creek crossing some meadows and finally to Claudius Crozet Park. Despite these trails backing up subdivisions of the Crozet area, we enjoyed quiet woods, the gurgling creek, a hawk sighting, an eagle's nest in the distant trees, the lapping water at the basin, and some lovely crisp fresh air. We took a snack break of chocolate chip cookies below the dog park at Claudius Crozet Park before backtracking to the parking area. Once we reached our ending point after 7 miles of hiking we enjoyed some refreshments at the shelter near the Western Ridge Clubhouse including delicious wraps provided by Claire Cline (who was scheduled to hike, but had a conflict at the last minute) and adult & spritzer beverages from the leader. There were some newcomers to PATC and also some familiar faces. Marit Anderson was the hike leader for the day and participants included Ginette Bellefeuille from Richmond, Mary Power from Madison, Lizzie Lewis newly to Charlottesville, Mari Kelly, Lori Dodwell, Cate Cunningham, Joe Simaid, Diana Maier, Brian Muszynski, Joan Gilrain, and Matt Fritts with his adorable dog, Cooper. We hope everyone enjoyed the Crozet Trails, which may not be deep wilderness or mastering the mountains, but a nice option near to Charlottesville in Albemarle County and a good winter alternative when Skyline Drive or the Blue Ridge Parkway are closed. Thanks for joining us!
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