Name: Happy Hiker: Trail Fuel - Nutrition & Hydration
Start: 2025-07-17T18:30:00-04:00
End: 2025-07-17T20:30:00-04:00
Location: Turkey Hill Nature Preserve

Happy Hiker: Trail Fuel - Nutrition & Hydration

Lancaster Conservancy

A happy hiker is a prepared hiker! Join us for the third event in our 2025 Happy Hiker series!

Turkey Hill Nature Preserve

Happy Hiker

What’s the difference between a happy hiker and a sad hiker? Our Happy Hiker series, of course! Join us for six evening programs with basic lessons on how to be a happy hiker, including first aid, map reading, choosing the right gear, and natural history.

What’s the difference between a happy hiker and a sad hiker? Our Happy Hiker series, of course! Based on the <a href="https://americanhiking.org/resources/10essentials/" title="https://americanhiking.org/resources/10essentials/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Hiker’s Ten Essentials</a> and <a href="https://lnt.org/why/7-principles/" title="https://lnt.org/why/7-principles/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Leave No Trace</a> principles, each Hapy Hiker evening program will include nature knowledge nuggets and a short, easy hike to practice what we’re learning! This series full of fun activities, mini-challenges, and the opportunity to practice new skills will help make every hike safer and more enjoyable.Trekking along the hilly Turkey Hill Trail you’ll sure work up an appetite for some trail snacks! Learn what kinds of snacks provide the nutrition and fuel you need for these tougher trails. The husband-and-wife team of Brad and Mallory will share their experience and expertise on hydration and nutrition.What to Expect: This hike has its ups and downs! The terrain is varied - the narrow path contains rocks, tree roots, and water crossing. This hike will begin uphill as we hike up Turkey Hill. The return journey will have an option to do an out-and-back on the Turkey Hill Trail (a strenuous 4-mile hike) or a loop with a return on the relatively flat gravel Enola Low Grade Trail. Bring hiking poles for this strenuous hike along the ridge above the Susquehanna River. Halfway out is a wet-foot crossing of Mann’s Run. This hike consists of an elevation gain of approximately 650 feet, which is considered moderate difficulty and may pose a challenge for the beginner hiker. We will enjoy amazing river views along the way. There is a port-a-john available on site.What to Bring: Wear sturdy boots or trail shoes. Bring hiking poles if you have them and a backpack with your own snacks and plenty of water. We will provide some snacks to share.Hike Leaders:Brad Gorter, Volunteer Land Steward at Lancaster Conservancy, is a lifelong athlete who has made all of the nutrition and hydration mistakes so that you don't have to.Mallory Griffiths is a Registered Dietitian and nature lover who enjoys helping outdoor enthusiasts fuel their adventures with practical, evidence-based nutrition.Mary Patterson is an Interpretive Ranger with the Lancaster Conservancy. She is passionate about wildflowers, butterflies and all the wonderful things that can be discovered outside. Keenly in tune to the herbaceous plants that keep meadows and forest floors interesting, Mary also leads the Susquehanna Nature Journal Club and is an active PA Master Naturalist.Animal Policy: Service animals active or in training are welcome. Please leave all pets at home.Refund Policy: If you are unable to attend this event after purchasing a ticket, refund requests must be made at least 48 hours before the event.Cancellation Policy: This event will be held rain or shine, with cancellation for severe weather made at the time of the event. If the Conservancy reschedules the event, attendees will be emailed and tickets will be automatically moved to the new date. If the Conservancy cancels the event, attendees will be notified via email when possible and refunded.

<h3>Thank you to our generous annual sponsors for making this event possible!</h3>

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