February11stompingFebruary 2011
Explore remote island destinations with us this month.
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 Hagatna. 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 makethe hikes more difficult than described. No reservations required.
For information: 653-2897, davelotz@ite.net
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February 5
Anao
Difficulty Rating: Difficult
Duration: 5 hours for 2 miles
We explore the rugged northeastern
coastline after
descending the 500 feet
high cliffs. Bring: 3 quarts water, hiking
boots, gloves, sun screen, sunglasses,
insect repellent, lunch, and
camera.
Special conditions: Hiking over rough
rocks, a long stretch with
no shade,
and a long ascent.
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February 12
A choice of two hikes:
1. Tarzan Falls to Lower Sigua Falls
Difficulty Rating: Very Difficult
Duration: 7+ hours for 7 miles
We trek over the hills of central Guam to two great
waterfalls.
Bring: 4 quarts water, hiking
boots, gloves, sun screen,
sunglasses, insect repellent,
lunch, and camera. Special conditions:
Swordgrass, steep slopes, walking in water, little
shade and a long
hike.
2. Tarzan Falls
Difficulty Rating: Medium
We journey to a series of cooling waterfalls. Bring: 2
quarts water, hiking boots, gloves, swimsuit, sun screen, sunglasses,
insect repellent, and camera.
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February 19
Atillng Acho to Sella Bay
Difficulty Rating: Difficult
Duration: 4 hours for 2.5 miles
We hike over black rock to the coastline and then north
to Sella Bay. Bring: 3 quarts water, hiking boots, gloves, swimsuit,
snorkel gear, sun screen, sunglasses, insect repellent, lunch, and
camera. Special conditions: Steep slopes
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February 26
Talofofo Caves
Difficulty Rating: Medium
Duration: 3 hours for 1 miles
We explore the extensive cave system overlooking
Talofofo Bay, including Window Rock. Bring: 2 quarts water, hiking
boots, gloves, long pants, sun screen, insect repellent, lunch, camera and flashlights. Special conditions: Crawling in caves.
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Complete 10 Boonie Stomps to earn a Boonie Stomp T-shirt.
Guam Boonie Stompers is a non-profit Guam corporation composed of
volunteer leaders committed to leading hikes to and protecting and
assuring access our island’s unique heritage. |
