Hilton Falls, South, Mon. Dec 1, 2025, 8:45

Leader John Burgers

First Hike : Richard Simms

The approaching Winter like weather was welcomed by 18 hikers having no difficulty with crunchy ice cover in this scenic escarpment setting. Some took a sure footed approach to Hilton Falls, while others braved the Side Trail approach via Pothole. At the fireplace near Hilton Falls the group assembled for this photo. Richard Simms very much enjoyed his first hike, and the social engagement.

It's always good to know whom else had leader experience (Tom and Sid) as John alternated between lead and sweep. We lost noone, with only one quickly noticed wrong turn.