May 2010
More unique explorations of our island!
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 make the hikes more difficult than described. No reservations
required.
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May 1
Lower Sigua Falls North
Difficulty Rating: Difficult
Distance: 5 hours for 6 miles
We follow the northern ridge to Lower
Sigua Falls and return on the traditional
trail. Bring: 4 quarts water, hiking boots,
swim suit, sun screen, sunglasses, insect
repellent, lunch, and camera.
Special conditions: Swordgrass and
steep slopes.
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May 8
Tarzan Falls
Difficulty Rating: Medium
Distance: 3 hours for 1.4 miles
We journey to a series of cooling waterfalls
in central Guam. Bring: 2 quarts water,
hiking boots, gloves, swimsuit, sun screen, sunglasses, insect repellant, and camera. Optional difficult hike extension to Tarzan Swim Hole by following the stream.
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May 15
Double Reef Beach
Difficulty Rating: Difficult
Distance: 4 hours for 2.4 miles
We hike down the slope and through
the limestone forest to this isolated beach. Snorkeling is possible if the water is calm. Special conditions: Hiking over rough rocks. Advance registration and payment required on May 8 only and some restrictions apply. Details to be announced later.
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May 22
Umatac Bay to Toguan Bay
Difficulty Rating: Easy
Distance: 2 hours/1.2 miles
We enjoy this scenic coastal walk while cleaning up the coastline. At Toguan Bay, we can snorkel or scuba dive. Bring: 2 quarts water, hiking boots, swim suit, snorkel gear, sun screen, sunglasses, insect repellent, lunch, and camera.
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May 29
Southwest Coast
Difficulty Rating: Difficult
Distance: 6 hours for 7.5 miles
We hike south from Agat to Umatac
passing by several scenic bays that are
great for a cooling swim suit, snorkel
gear, gloves, insect repellant, sun screen, sunglasses, lunch, and camera.
Special conditions: A long hike in the sun, sand, rocks, mud, and partly in water.
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