Wed, Sep 11 2013 - Wednesday Morning at Gold Branch (View Original Event Details) Trip Leader(s): Lisa, Joyce T. Participants: Brigitte, Joyce T., Lisa, SusanF, Suzanne, Michael M, Patricia S, Marianna, Ken, Allan, Michael Langton, Alice, DaveO, Sunae, Divya N, Sandi Scheier, Diana, Adrienne

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The summer rains seemed a distant memory as we gathered in the parking lot of Gold Branch, the sunlight slanting down through the trees on our extra-large group of 18 hikers and two canine companions.  Joyce ably led the group into the woods and we were off! We all felt the heat and humidity as we conquered the first of several steep hills at a brisk pace.  With so many in our group we were bound to spread out, but we reconvened several times for water breaks and check-ins.  Lisa made sure that no one was left behind as she swept the trail.  We encountered another small group of hikers and a few turtles basking on a log; otherwise our serenity was only punctuated by the conversation and laughter among ourselves.  Seven of us continued the fun and replenished our bodies with a tasty lunch at Tijuana Joe's.