On June 17, 39 hikers participated in KTA's first preview of September 8th's Susquehanna Super Hike and Ultra Trail Run.
The first of two preview hikes offered by KTA, this 15-miler focused on the west side of the Susquehanna River in York County, from Otter Creek Campground to Lock 12 via Urey Overlook. The leaders, Paul Shaw and Todd Lange, familiarized hikers with the route, terrain, water sources, and checkpoints along the way. The goal was to complete the hike in 6 ½ hours, the maximum time allotted to complete this section during the Super Hike. The goal was achieved, as the hike was completed in just under 6 ½ hours.
A second preview hike is being offered on July 29 on the east side of the Susquehanna River in Lancaster County. This 12-mile section of the Super Hike, from the east side of the Norman Wood Bridge north to Pequea Creek Campground, is regarded as the most challenging part of the Super Hike with numerous steep climbs. Hikers will meet at 9:00 am at the Pequea Creek Campground parking lot along Rt. 324 between Martic Forge and the village of Pequea. (The campground is across the creek from the parking lot). For more information, contact Paul Shaw at 717-215-8339 or at pshaw@ptd.net.
The 28.4 mile Susquehanna Super Hike and Ultra Trail Run is scheduled for Saturday, September 8. Approximately 400 people have registered to date, and hikers and trail runners are encouraged to register soon before registrations are cut off at 500. Register online here.
If a 28-mile hike in one day doesn't appeal to you, consider being a Super Hike volunteer! 100 volunteers are needed for the checkpoints, at registration, to direct traffic, to keep hikers on track, and many other tasks. To register as a participant or to help as a volunteer, click here.