The day could not have been better for a November hike. A disappointing wrong turn at the beginning of the hike gave us an additional 3.5 miles of hiking. After a few corrections we made it back to the correct trail and continued toward North Chagrin Reservation. With the added miles we were behind schedule for our pick up at the end and decided to quicken the pace. Hiking went well after that, but we were not able to make up the lost time completely. Our drivers knew our route and were able to pick us up at a location near trails end. A valuable lesson on checking map and direction was learned on this hike. Hikers of Emerald Necklace Trail 4 were Jared, Nate, Ryan, Mr. Makowski, and Mr. Svihlik.

Emerald Necklace Trail Photo Album

Trip Plan for Emerald Necklace Trail

Date & Time of Departure: Saturday, November 22nd 8:00am - Old Church

Destination: South Chagrin and North Chagrin Reservations

Route: Start at Rogers Road Area in South Chagrin Reservation and hike North to Squires Castle in North Chagrin Reservation. Trailuses Chagrin River Road and other multipurpose paths.

Distance: approximately 12 miles. Although this is a walk in the park, it is a long walk in the park. Be prepared for a challenging hike.

Who: Scouts of Troop 810.

Purpose of Hike: This hike will have a First Aid theme to lead into our program for the month of December. Expect to be challenged on First Aid skills along the trail. Each scout finishing the trail will earn a patch that shows they completed Leg 4 of the Emerald Necklace Trail. Remember to bring a sack lunch and some trail snacks for along the way.

Cost: $3.00 per person

Source of Drinking Water: Each hiker must bring a full canteen or waterbottle for the trip.

Equipment Needed (Scout Outdoor Essentials):

• Day pack or fanny pack
• Canteen or waterbottle
• Boy Scout Handbook
• Pocketknife
• First aid kit
• Extra clothing
• Rain gear
• Trail food
• Compass
• Pencil with eraser
• Small notepad or paper

Food: (Sack Lunch)

Sandwich, Fruit, Candy bar

Clothing (Dress for the Weather):

• Long-sleeved shirt
• Long pants
• Sweater
• Long underwear
• Hiking boots or sturdy shoes (NO TENNIS SHOES!)
• Socks
• Insulated parka or coat with hood
• Warm hat
• Mittens
• Rain gear

* - You are the best judge of what you need on this trip. Remember, it may be a beautiful day, rain, get colder, get warmer, or you might find the only puddle within miles to step in. "Be Prepared!"

Estimated Time of Return: 3:00pm - Old Church