What we’re about
This group is for people who want to explore the the Houston area on foot. We hike every weekend. Our hikes are normally 10-12 miles so a reasonable fitness level is needed. We plan camping trips around Texas with occasional trips to National Parks and other special hiking location.
HATs leaders are fellow hiking enthusiast, not guides. We encourage all members to plan for hikes as if they are going solo as the best way to assure safety.
To find out more about our hikes and what you may need to prepare for a hike. https://www.hatsandmore.org/
See our Houston hikes map for more on where we hike.
https://www.hatsandmore.org/houston-hikes
Then join us to trace out your own path on the map.
Join us for less intensive activities at our social Meetup group, More and More.
https://www.meetup.com/More-and-More/
If you know of places to hike or you'd like to revisit a favorite hike, please let Tom know. If you are visiting Houston and want to hike with us, let Tom know in advance and we will try to accommodate you.
HATs is friendly with other Meetup groups that also offer great outdoor activities.
Houston Urban Trekkers
https://www.meetup.com/HoustonUrban-Trekkers/
City Walks Houston
https://www.meetup.com/city-walks-houston/
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Lone Star Hiking Trail, Seg #7: Possum Walk Out and Back, 11.9 milesStubblefield Lake Recreation Area, Huntsville, TX
Based on updated information since last time, I have updated the distance to 11.9 miles from 11.3.
Spring is upon us and the woods are green all over. This is a nice walk from the lakeside deep into the forest with a mix of trail and quiet back roads to hike. It's not hunting season but it is never a bad time to wear your orange regalia. The Possum Walk hike is the 7th segment of HATS' Seventh Lone Star Hiking Trail Trek project. Lots of trees and shade and a nice temperature is in store.
Community Carpool:
Everyone gets a ride or a rider
Leaving at 6:45 AM sharp
Judson Robinson, Jr. Community Center.
2020 Hermann Dr, Houston, TX 77004
Judson Robinson Pick Up pointAbout HATs and our hikes
https://www.hatsandmore.org/HATs organizers are not guides nor do we have any special training. We are here to come up with hiking ideas and get the hike started. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would if hiking alone, including the fitness level to make long hikes. Then enjoy the hike among friends.
HEAT PRECAUTIONS:
The heat is always a factor . Consider your heat tolerance. Start the day well hydrated and bring at least a third more water than you carry in cooler weather. Consider bringing three liters if you are not experienced hiking in hot weather.Hiking is supposed to be fun. If you don't feel well and can't keep up, tell someone right away and stop walking so it doesn't become something serious. Call the hike leader. We can help get you off the trail.
Tom - 832-439-5797
THE HIKE: Shady woods, mostly native trails and some forest service roads
Gathering Place: We will start at 8:30 at the Stubblefield Overflow Camping area. (This is near the developed campground. Follow the provided link.)
Stubblefield Overflow Campground
Maps of our hike: Possum Walk Hike
Tom's map stashSpecial Note: Any hikers with the Avenza Maps App can download the file:
Possum Walk Hike.pdfOpen the pdf in your phone and "open in" Avenza Maps. How this works depends on your phone. With this you will always know exactly where you are. (Thanks Tom)
Weather:
Stubblefield Local Weather ConditionsThe Trail: A somewhat strenuous hike with some uneven ground through the creek beds. There are a few false leads on the trail so always keep an eye on the aluminum trail blazes along the trail.
Hike Map in the photos.
How close are you to completing the Lone Star Trail?
LSHT Completion StatusAfter Hike Event:
B52 Brewery in Conroe
12470 Milroy Ln, Conroe, TX 77304
Directions to B52 - Navidad River-Lake Texana Hike 10.5MilesTexana Park, Edna, TX
Join us to explore Texana park, Lake Texana is a reservoir on the Navidad River, 8 miles east of Edna, in Jackson County, Texas. The reservoir is formed by the construction of Palmetto Bend Dam. The dam and lake are managed by the Lavaca-Navidad River Authority, and supply water to surrounding communities and industries. It has been several years since the group has hiked their.
Texana & Brackenridge Parks Website:
https://www.brackenridgepark.com/p/accommodations/camping-ratesCarpooling recommended. The park is about 1.5 hours from central Houston
Gathering Place: After you enter the Texana Park gate and pay the entry fee, turn right toward the Nature Center and day use area. The group will gather near the Nature Center.
The Hike: The first part will be about 5.5 miles covering most of the trails in Texana park then we'll cross the the main road for a 5 mile circuit of Brackenridge Park.
Hike map[ https://www.meetup.com/hatsandmore/photos/35285576/527428207/](Click Here)
Forecast :
https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=28.959&lon=-96.5578&FcstType=graphicalAfter Hike Event:
Prasek's Family Smokehouse
29714 US-59, El Campo, TX 77437
https://www.praseks.com/locations/el-campo/
https://goo.gl/maps/eaFnmTSgUaiqCTtA8What to bring:
Food and water, mosquito repellent, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen.
As always, each person assumes responsibility for their own safety. Therefore, you should be in good health and physically fit, know your own limitations. Minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult/guardian.About HATs and our hikes
https://www.hatsandmore.org/
HATs organizers are not guides nor do we have any special training. We are here to come up with hiking ideas and get the hike started. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would if hiking alone, including the fitness level to make long hikes. Then enjoy the hike among friends. - Armand Bayou Nature Center Trails Hike 9.5 milUnivesity of Houston Clear Lake in the Bayou Building Atrium 1, Houston, TX
Join us to explore Armand Bayou trails and Nature Center. It has been a couple of years since the group has visited the trails here. The nature center is an urban preserve located in Pasadena and southeast Houston between the Johnson Space Center and the Bayport Industrial District. The 2,500-acre (10 km2) nature center is the largest urban wilderness preserve in the United States. The nature center is home to more than 370 species of birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. Over 220 species of birds reside or rely on the center as a safe resting-place on their migratory journeys. White-tailed Deer, Red-shouldered Hawk, Opossum, Crow, Armadillo, Coyote, Raccoon, American Alligator, Tricolored Heron and the rare Purple Martin can be found at the center and surrounding areas throughout the year.
The entry fee is $7.00 for the Nature center. The Park Manger is Going to get us through the main as quickly as possible.
If you are joining the hike, Get your day pass before the hike.
Armand Bayou Nature Center Day Pass:Click HereGathering Place: look for the group in the Claghorn Nature Trail parking area.
The Hike: starting at the Claghorn Nature Trail parking lot we will hike over to Armond bayou nature center hike the trails at the center then return to the parking lot
Difficulty: medium. Trail conditions: unpaved nature trails & gravel
Trail Map:
Forecast : Click Here
Optional After Hike Event : Saloon door brewing Co
105 Magellan Cir Webster, TX 77598
https://saloondoorbrewing.com/About HATs and what you may want to bring on a hike:
https://www.hatsandmore.org/
Each person assumes responsibility for their own safety. Therefore, you should be in good health and physically fit, know your own limitations. Minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult/guardian.
HATs leaders are fellow hiking enthusiast, not guides. We have no special training related to outdoors activities. We encourage all members to plan for hikes as if they are going solo as the best way to assure safety. Hiker's planning should including of being of reasonable fitness for the event and carrying the needed water and food for a long hike. Then to enjoy the day with friends. - Lone Star Trail: Seg. 10: Four Notch Loop, 9.5 shady milesFour Notch Hunter Camp, Huntsville, TX
This is a great hike in the shady woods with over 90% shade so come and get 18-19,000 steps closer to finishing the HATS Lone Star Trek and enjoy the walk in the forest on the holiday weekend.
This hike is the great segment of HATS' Seventh Cycle of the entire Lone Star Hiking Trail. We have several people finishing the trail today so come for the hike and stay for the champagne. Someone will pass around a clipboard to record our attendees for your credit toward completing the Lone Star Hiking Trail.
About HATs and our hikes
HATS siteHEAT PRECAUTIONS:
The spring is wrapping up so the days can still be quite warm. Start the day well hydrated. Carrying three liters of water is still a good idea.
But don't freeze all your water! It may not melt fast enough for you.
If you don't feel well or find that you can't keep up, tell someone right away. We can help. But stop walking so it doesn't become something serious.
HATs organizers are not guides nor do we have any special training. We are here to come up with hiking ideas and get the hike started. Take the same precautions you would if hiking alone, including the fitness needed to make long hikes. Then enjoy the hike among friends.
Gathering Place:
Four Notch Hunters Camp
Directions to Four Notch TrailheadThe Hike:
A big loop trail through the forest. A fair amount of up and down in and out of creek beds.The Trail:The hike is on the typical sand soils native to the region and largely on the SHNF trails.
Forecast :
Weather forecast in the woodsSee all the Lone Star Hiking Trail segments:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1--T_vgt48uPog4J-Gq9OmeZ7CSkwKCWJHow is your progress towards finishing the LSHT? Check this link to see how much more you need to complete.
After Hike Event:
MoCo Food Hall
109 Metcalf St, Conroe, TX 77301, United Stateshttps://www.mocofoodhall.com/
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ec84qMkkQtaQGvAg9?g_st=ic
