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  • Subject is exactly "Appalachian Trail"

In their narrative, Ohio natives Pat and Jim Spoth share many of their ambitious hiking experiences since becoming members of the Cleveland Hiking Club in 1987. One of the significant aspects of their dialogue is how they assumed the role of hike leaders for a particular hike in the Mill Creek Park area of Youngstown. Another significant…
Subjects: Cleveland Hiking Club Cleveland Metroparks hiking nature Appalachian Trail Oral History

Gail Boughton joined the Cleveland Hiking Club in 1977. She describes backpacking experiences in Laurel Highlands, some memorable members including Frank and Miriam Cepp, Guy and Martha Butters, John Schade, Jay Beswick and Florence (Effie) Burrell. She also talks about her time as president of the club and good times at camp.
Subjects: hiking Appalachian Trail camp Oral History

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