The purpose of our organization is to promote fellowship among those interested in outdoor activities such as hiking, camping and social activities. We belong to the Federation of Western Outdoor Clubs and promote interest in conservation of forests, waterways, wildlife and trails. The organization is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of eight members, one of whom is elected president for a one-year term. Four Board Members are elected each January to a two-year term.

Club activities consist of the following:
Hikes: Are usually scheduled year-round on Sundays and on Wednesday mornings (March through October) and are normally 6-8 miles long. We hike in rain, snow, sleet...etc. Shorter length options are also usually available. We meet on Sundays at Riverside and Lincoln and on Wednesdays at Fourth and Ash, unless otherwise specified. Carpooling is available at a nominal cost or you may drive if parking space at trailhead permits. We pack our own lunches (Sunday), water and other necessities.
The Club also participates in scheduled Volkswalks.
Overnight: There are usually several overnight trips planned as well as a one-week summer outing.
Social events: Are planned throughout the year. Social events include an Annual Banquet, Easter Breakfast, Sunvend, Summer Picnic, Fall Social, Pancake Feed and New Year's Eve Party.

A newsletter called Traildust contains a schedule of all hikes and Club activities along with other information. It is published every two months. We welcome guests! See the current hiking schedule below. Contact the leader to sign up for a hike. For a copy of Traildust call 487-7366 or email perfesser3@comcast.net.

HOBNAILERS HIKING CLUB, INC., BOX 1256, SPOKANE WA 99210 509-487-7366 or 534-1100 HIKES and SOCIALS - NOVEMBER-DECEMBER, 2008

SUN, NOV 2 DEER PARK SKI TRAILS #4223 9:00 AM LINCOLN BUILDING $5.00 An approx 6-mile walk on the cross-country ski trails located on Missile Site Road east of Deer Park. Lunch stop weather dependent. Alternate meeting at Rosauers at the "Y". Call Melissa 276-1517 or Elnora 456-0250.

SUN, NOV 9 JOHN WAYNE TRAIL #4224 8:00 AM LINCOLN BUILDING $7.00 A walk along 6-7 miles of the old Milwaukee Road from somewhere near Pandora to Rosalia ending in a nice park in Rosalia where the walkers can wait and eat lunch while the cars are retrieved. In case of bad weather indoor waiting is available. Call Gardner 487-7366 or Larry 535-2364.

SUN, NOV 16 ILLER CREEK #4225 9:00 AM LINCOLN BUILDING $2.50 An uphill walk to the Rocks of Sharon and back. Lunch at the Rocks "if" the weather is nice. Alternate meeting place is the Redeemer Lutheran Church, Dishman-Mica Hwy and Schaefer Road. Call Chris 927-9356 or Lynn 927-8849.

SUN, NOV 23 SPOKANE ART WALK #4226 9:30 AM LINCOLN BUILDING N/C A walking tour of public sculptures and art pieces located in or near Spokane's downtown core area. Bring lunch for a warm and dry lunch stop at the Inter-Modal Center. Call Elnora 456-0250 or Joy 744-0254.

SUN, NOV 30 EAST VALLEY AREA ROADS #4227 9:00 AM LINCOLN BUILDING $3.00 Carolyn will lead us on a 6-7 mile walk up Jacobs Road and/or other East Valley roads depending on possible snow conditions. No lunch stop is planned. Alternate meeting at Harvest Foods on Trent just west of Sullivan. Call Carolyn 924-8716 or Elnora 456-0250.

SUN, DEC 7 THE TRAILS OFF HIGH DRIVE #4228 9:00 AM BERNARD & HIGH DRIVE N/C Approx six mile walk on the trails between High Drive and Hatch Road above the Qualchan Golf Course. No lunch stop. Call Joy 744-0254 or Elnora 456-0250.

SAT, DEC 13 CHRISTMAS LIGHTS V-W #4229 5:00 - 7:00 PM SPOKANE FRIENDS CHURCH N/C Church is located at 1612 W. Dalke, one block south of Francis on Ash. Walk on sidewalks and street shoulders in quiet residential neighborhoods. Dress appropriately for weather. Flashlight recommended. Call Larry 535-2364 or Elnora 456-0250.

SUN, DEC 14 COEUR D'ALENE EAGLE WALK #4230 9:30 AM LINCOLN BUILDING $6.00 An easy 6-miles from near Tony's Supper Club on the Centennial Trail along the shore of Lake Coeur d'Alene to Higgins Point for lunch. Great eagle viewing in recent years! Alternate meeting at Liberty Lake Safeway. Call Jim 1-208-765-3160 or Gardner 487-7366.

SUN, DEC 21 PANCAKE FEED & HIKE #4231S 10:00 AM 1103 E. 14TH AVENUE N/C Virginia will again host the pancake feed at her home. Afterwards we will hike to walk off all those calories. Cost will be pro-rated. Register with Virginia 534-1100 or Kitty 922-9176 by December 18th.

SUN, DEC 28 ARBOR CREST #4232 9:30 AM ARGONNE LIBRARY N/C Meet at the Argonne Library, Upriver Drive & Argonne, and walk approx six miles to the winery at the top of the hill and back. You are then invited to eat your lunch at Sandy and Marty's condo. Hot beverages and dessert will be provided. This is the last scheduled hike for 2008. Come join us and celebrate another Hobnailer year of hiking. Call Sandy or Marty 924-7055 or Elnora 456-0250.

WED, JAN 7 ANNUAL MEEETING #4233S 7:00 PM MANITO MEETING ROOM N/C A quorum is needed to conduct club business. MARK YOUR CALENDAR! SHORTER HIKES FOR SUNDAYS CALL VIRGINIA at 534-1100 or MYRNA at (509)-218-1158

Members and guests are expected to follow the procedures listed below for Club hikes and outings:
Walk on the left shoulder of the road facing traffic. Stay behind the designated leader and follow her/his rules. Stay with the group at all times and do not purposely lag behind. Liquor, drugs, and firearms are prohibited.

Membership:
To qualify for an active membership, an applicant must:
Be at least 17 years of age.
Participate in three hikes and one social within a four-month period just prior to submitting application to the Membership Committee.
All required fees must accompany application. The current fee is a $4.00 admission fee plus annual dues of $15.00 for a total of $19.00. For members joining after October 1st, the dues portion will apply to the following year's dues.
Be sponsored by two unrelated members who have belonged to the Club for more than one year Membership will be granted upon the approval of the Board of Directors.