First Day Winter Hike

Begin 2020 by following a long-standing tradition with a stroll through Patapsco Valley State Park to welcome in in the New Year.  We'll walk across the famous Swinging Bridge and along the Grist Mill Trail to view the restored site of the now-removed Bloede Dam.  You'll learn about the history (both human and natural) of the valley from alum and emeritus Bryan MacKay.  The walk is about a mile each way, the trail is paved, and the pace will be convivial.  Come celebrate the New Year with the Wisdom Institute.  While there is no WI fee, a nominal fee is charged to enter the park.  Come to the Route 1 entrance to the park and we’ll meet at the Orange Grove parking lot, where the restroom may be open if the temperature is above freezing.  . Cancelled if snowy, icy, or raining.  More information from Bryan MacKay, mackay@umbc.edu)