December 2011
Waterfalls to end another great year of hiking Guam!
Every Saturday, Guam Boonie Stompers offers public hikes to a variety of
destinations such as beaches, snorkeling sites, waterfalls, mountains, caves,
latte sites, and World War II sites. We meet at 9:00 AM in the Center Court
of Chamorro Village in Hagatña. The cost is $2.00 for hikers over 12.
Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Hikers should provide
their own transportation. Guam’s trails are not developed. Weather
conditions can make the hikes more difficult than described. No reservations
required.
For information: 787-8830
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December 3
Dante River
Difficulty Rating: Very Difficult
Duration: 6 hours for 6 miles
Explore the stream leading up to Dante Falls in southeastern Guam. Bring: 4 quarts water, hiking boots, swimsuit, gloves, sun screen, sunglasses, insect repellent, lunch, and camera.
Special conditions: Swordgrass, steep slopes, and walking in water.
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December 10
Ben's Falls to Mr. Lamlam
Difficulty Rating: Difficult
Duration: 6 hours for 0.7 miles
We journey to 2 waterfalls in southern Guam. Bring: 2 quarts water, hiking boots, water shoes, swimsuit, gloves, sun screen, sunglasses, insect repellent, lunch, and camera.
Special conditions: Walking in water, swordgrass, and climbing one steep slope with a rope.
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December 17
Cetti Waterfalls
Difficulty Rating: Difficult
Duration: 3 hours for 3.6 miles
We hike down the Cetti River to Cetti Waterfall then back trail. Bring: 3 quarts water, hiking boots, water shoes, swimsuit, snorkeling gear, gloves, sun screen, sunglasses, insect repellent, lunch, and camera.
Special conditions: Hiking in water, down a steep slope, and hiking up a slope.
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December 24
Priest's Pools
Difficulty Rating: Easy
Duration: 3+ hours for 1.5 miles
We hike at the Merizo ridgeline and enjoy a scenic view of Cocos Island then cool off in the freshwater pools of Pigua River. Bring: 2 quarts water, hiking boots, gloves, swimsuit, sunscreen, insect repellant, lunch, and camera. Special conditions: mud.
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December 24
Overnight at Mt. Lamlam for New Year
Difficulty Rating: Difficult
Duration: 4 hours
WE meet at Sella Bay Overlook on Route 2 along the Agat-Umatac Highway at 5:00 p.m. for an overnight campout to celebrate the New Year atop Mt. Lamlam. Bring: FLASHLIGHTS, 3 quarts water, hiking boots,
sunscreen, insect repellant, lunch, camera, and all your own camping equipment, adequate food and beverages for the evening. Hiking over rough rocks and a long ascent.
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Guam Boonie Stompers is a non-profit Guam corporation composed of
volunteer leaders committed to public access while protecting our island's
heritage.
Stomp tips: Bring plenty of water with you on a hike. Tell someone where
you are going and when to expect your return.
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