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 MARCH - APRIL, 2010

SUN, FEB 28 MORRIS'S LATE WINTER MARCH #4368 9:30 AM LINCOLN BUILDING $1.50
From the alternate meeting place, the Albertsons at 32nd and Pines, which is also the walk start point, Richard will lead us for about 6 miles, depending on road conditions. It will be in the Belle Terre housing area which is east of SR-27, south of 44th Ave and west of Sullivan. We'll return via Sullivan and 32nd. Several moderate uphill stretches. Call him at 927-2685 or Gardner at 487-7366.

WED, MAR 3 HIGH BRIDGE #4369 9:00 AM ROSAUERS ON 2ND AVE NC
Meet with Steve at the N.E. corner of the parking lot at Rosauers. He'll take us on a 5 or 6 mile walk to High Bridge Park. Call him at
448-9204 or Gardner at 487-7366.

SAT, MAR 6 WALLA WALLA VOLKSWALK #4370 7:00 AM FRED MEYERS @ 3RD & THOR $20.00
Join us on a walk around the city of Walla Walla, probably including the Whitman campus. Call Carolyn at 924-8716 or Gardner at
487-7366.

SUN, MAR 7 PHILEO LAKE AREA #4371 9:00 AM TRADING COMPANY, HWY 195 $3.00
Mary Jean will lead us for a 6-mile walk somewhere in the vicinity of Phileo Lake. Come join us to find out the details. Call her at
448-9204 or Gardner at 487-7366.

TUE, MAR 9 KENNEWICK VOLKSWALK #4372 7:00 AM FRED MEYERS @ 3RD & THOR $20.00
This club walk will be a new one to a lot of us. Let's join the VolksPeople and see what the place is like. The walk will most likely be
followed by a meal at a nice restaurant. Bring your VolksBooks. Call Elnora at 456-0250 or Joy at 744-0254.

WED, MAR 10 RIDGE AT HANGMAN #4373 9:00 AM TRADING COMPANY $1.00
Meet in front area of the parking lot of the Trading Company on the Cheney-Spokane highway. We will pool rides a few miles and walk up and down the hills at the Ridge at Hangman for 6 miles, and look at the great views and the beautiful acreage homes there. Call Mary Jean at 448-9204 or Gardner at 487-7366.

14 MARCH DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME MARCH 14

SUN, MAR 14 STEVENS CRK RD & BIG ROCK #4374 9:00 AM FRED MEYERS, 3RD & THOR $2.00
Approximate 6-mile walk from the Palouse Highway up Stevens Creek Rd and the new trail to Big Rock and back. Sticks and boots
recommended for the trail portion. Lunch at "the rock" weather dependant. Call Elnora 456-0250 or Joy 744-0254.

WED, MAR 17 MILLWOOD AREA #4375 9:00 AM ALBERTSONS ON TRENT NC
Meet at Albertsons at Trent and Argonne in the SW corner (near the Dairy Queen). We'll walk around the Millwood area for 6 miles
checking out the river, Coyote Rocks Development, the Centennial Trail and look for a few leprechauns along the way. Call Sandy at
924-7055 or Elnora 456-0250

SUN, MAR 21 RIVERSIDE STATE PARK #4376 9:00 AM ROSAUERS ON 2ND AVE $1.00
From the vicinity of the Bowl and Pitcher we will cross the river and wander around on the left bank for 6 miles or so. Call Jim W. at
327-1694 or Elnora at 456-0250.

WED, MAR 24 RIVER WALK #4377 9:00 AM RIFLE CLUB ROAD NC
A 6-mile walk along the Spokane River with Delores. Maybe some Spring Flowers? Call her at 325-4734 or MJ at 448-9204.

SUN, MAR 28 DEEP CREEK CANYON LOOP #4378 9:00 AM LINCOLN BUILDING $1.00
Carol J. will lead us on a 5- or 6-mile loop through Deep Creek Canyon in one direction and then returning by road to the cars. There
will be a lunch stop if weather permits. A camera is recommended. Call her at 327-4097 or Gardner at 487-7366.

WED, MAR 31 OLD ELECTRIC LINE TRAIL #4379 9:00 AM FISH LAKE TRAILHEAD NC
From the new Fish Lake Trailhead off Sunset Highway and Government Way, a 6+ mile walk on the old Medical Lake electric line trail
and around Grandview Park. Call Elnora 456-0250 or Joy 744-0254.

SUN, APR 4 INDUSTRIAL PARK #4380 9:00 AM LINCOLN BUILDING $2.00
From the alternate meeting place, at 9:15, Harvest Foods on Trent just west of Sullivan, we will go see what happens in the Industrial Park on a Sunday. A 6-7 mile walk through the neighborhood to and through the Industrial Park and return. Call Carolyn at 924-8716 or Gardner at 487-7366.

WED, APR 7 WEST NEIGHBORHOODS #4381 9:00 AM FINCH ARBORETUM NC
Marilyn will take us across the highway and walk 6+ miles through 3 neighborhoods north of the arboretum, from high to low. Call her
at 535-3770 or MJ 448-9204.

SHORTER HIKES FOR SUNDAYS CALL VIRGINIA at 534-1100, MYRNA at 218-1158 or CLAIRE at 744-9599
 SAT, APR 10 STATE MEETING VOLKSWALK #4382 8-11:00 AM MANITO MEETING ROOM NC
This will be run as an event instead of a year round so there might be some new territory to see. Call Larry at 535-2364 or Gardner at
487-7366.

SUN, APR 11 SPRING BRUNCH & HIKE #4383S 9:30 AM 7878 N. WILDING ST. #54 NC
This year we will welcome spring with a potluck brunch at the Community Center in Charlotte's complex (Cedar View Estates). Take
Nevada north from Francis, turn left on Lincoln Rd., go 1 block to Wilding on your left. Street parking only so car pool if possible. Bring
a dish to share and your own table service including cup or glass. Beverages furnished. There will be a hike after the brunch. Call
Charlotte 489-7049 or Pat Hewitt 325-1963 by Thursday, April 8TH.

TUE, APR 13 RITZVILLE VOLKSWALK #4384 8:00 AM FRED MEYERS @ 3rd & THOR $8.00
This is an interesting walk of Historic Ritzville. The walk instructions contain information about the various buildings we will pass on
the walk. Call Joy 744-0254 or Elnora 456-0250.

WED, APR 14 NORTH NEIGHBORHOODS #4385 8:30 AM VALUE VILLAGE NC
Park in the Value Village lot, 708 W. Boone Ave. Larry will lead us on a 6-mile walk in the north neighborhood, and follow that with
a tour of the KXLY studios. Call him at 535-2364 or Gardner at 487-7366.

FRI-SUN, APR 16-18 K DIAMOND K RANCH #4386S 8:30 AM 4TH AND MAPLE $20.00
Here's a new place for us - a guest ranch near Republic, WA. Nice new lodge at a family owned business since 1961. Amenities include pool (tables) and pool (hot tub), free skeet and trap shooting. And, oh yeah, meals. Lots of hiking with some beautiful views. Total cost is $204, minus your deposit. Call Virginia, 534-1100. There are still some openings.

SUN, APR 18 TURNBULL REFUGE #4387 8:30 AM LINCOLN BUILDING $3.00
An approximately 6-mile spring walk in the wildlife refuge south of Cheney. Lunch stop, weather permitting. Call Elnora 456-0250 or
Joy 744-0254.

SHORTER HIKES FOR SUNDAYS CALL VIRGINIA at 534-1100, MYRNA at 218-1158 or CLAIRE at 744-9599

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.