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Grapevine Lake June-9-2012

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Grapevine Lake Northshore trail

Grapevine Lake Northshore trail

Hello:
Re: North Shore Trail – Grapevine
This Saturday (tomorrow), we are hitting the North Shore Trail at Lake Grapevine. The North Shore trail is approximately 9 miles. The trail winds around the north side of Lake Grapevine, it enters into wooded areas and then along the shoreline. On our last visit we met at Rockledge Park, tomorrow we will meet at Murrell Park. We will be attempting a six mile (hike) round trip (depending on trail conditions).
Wear comfortable clothing; bring along water to drink; and trail snacks if desired.
June 16 (tomorrow), we meet at the entrance to Murrell Park (4500 Murrell Park Rd, Flower Mound, TX 75022). (See Links)

Time – 8:00 a.m.
Walking Distance – Approx 6 miles

Northshore Trail Web Links:

http://www.lake-grapevine.com/murrell-park/
Trail Runners – http://www.nttr.org/html/murrell_twincoves.htm

See you there.
Gary.

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Hiking Tips for a Nice Hike

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Many people love togo hiking, but to have a great time during a hiking trip, it is important to have keep in mind some tips and the best gear for this activity:

Boots: the most obvious and important gear for a hike. When you get a pair of boots, get those that will protect and give support to your anckle, the sole it is recommended to be Vibrant, which is one of the best materials for its traction, durability and strenght. For Light hiking, consider boots made of convination of nylon, Goretex, and leather. For more demanding hikes, leather and Goretex will give you the protection, breathability, and water proofing for great confot of your feet. Some people like to have arc support, so for them it is good to have a pair of arc support inserts.