Friday, January 4, 2013
Community members joined in a First Day Hike, hosted by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.
For those looking to getting a healthy start on 2013, a brisk morning hike on New Year's Day presented the perfect opportunity. About 30 area residents gathered at the Gunpowder Falls State Park outlet, between Perry Hall and Kingsville, on Tuesday for a guided hike led by two Maryland Department of Natural Resources park rangers. The roughly 3-mile trail covered the ruins of a former saw mill and the pot rocks formation. It was one of several First Day Hikes planned by the department across Maryland. "I love hiking and it's a great time to get active. Even better, it's just down the street from my business," said Susanne Bates, owner of Abundant Life Chiropractic in Perry Hall. "This is one of our most popular trails, and this is a …
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is hosting "First Day Hikes" across the state.
Looking to get a healthy start on the new year? The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is hosting several First Day Hikes across the state on Jan. 1, 2013—including one in the Perry Hall and Kingsville area. Starting at 10 a.m. on New Year's Day, participants will gather at the parking lot outlet for theGunpowder Falls State Park at 10000 Belair Rd. The two-mile guided hike may include a visit to sawmill ruins or the Pot Rocks geological formation. "Participants are asked to wear clothes and shoes appropriate for the weather (rain, snow or shine), and bring water for drinking, and a camera (optional). Sturdy footwear is recommended," according to the MDNR. Dogs on a leash may also attend. The guided hike is free but reservations …
Thursday, December 6, 2012
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is hosting "First Day Hikes" across the state.
Looking to get a healthy start on the new year? The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is hosting several First Day Hikes across the state on Jan. 1, 2013—including one in the Perry Hall and Kingsville area. Starting at 10 a.m. on New Year's Day, participants will gather at the parking lot outlet for the Gunpowder Falls State Park at 10000 Belair Rd. The two-mile guided hike may include a visit to sawmill ruins or the Pot Rocks geological formation. "Participants are asked to wear clothes and shoes appropriate for the weather (rain, snow or shine), and bring water for drinking, and a camera (optional). Sturdy footwear is recommended," according to the MDNR. Dogs on a leash may also attend. The guided hike is free but reservations…
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Gunpowder Falls State Park trails, between Perry Hall and Kingsville, appeared flooded on Tuesday.
Darkening skies and drizzling rain didn't keep onlookers from visiting the Gunpowder Falls State Park, between Perry Hall and Kingsville, along Belair Road on Tuesday afternoon. The main attraction—raging high water and rapids in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. "It's awesome," said Jim McCready, who lives near the park. "The last time I saw it like this was Hurricane Irene, but even then I don't think it was quite that high." Perry Hall resident Sarah Abaza brought a group of friends, including one visiting from Egypt, to see the water level. "This is her first time in the U.S. They don't have hurricanes in Egypt," Abaza said. "This is insanity," she added. Special thanks to Lee Miller, a recent Temple University graduate, who …
Friday, October 5, 2012
Take a closer look at life in Perry Hall.
Getting a head start on Thanksgiving or just taking a stroll? I spotted this herd of wild turkeys outside my house on Friday morning. It was a first for me, and I can only imagine, a little unusual for the Perry Hall area. But then again, I live right near the hunting-free Gunpowder Falls State Park. I walked closer and closer until some raptor-like gobbling shooed me away. Have you any unusual birds around your neighborhood? Tell us in the comments. Add your photos to the gallery or submit them to Editor Emily Kimball at emilyk@patch.com.
Thursday, July 12, 2012
Dive teams searched the Hammerman area of Gunpowder State Park after receiving unconfirmed reports of a child in need of rescue from the water.
UPDATED (6:10 p.m.)—Baltimore County police and fire rescue workers have cleared the Hammerman Area beach of Gunpowder State Park after determining that no one in need of rescue was in the water, according to Baltimore County Public Safety spokeswoman Elise Armacost. First responders had gathered at the Chase beach after receiving unconfirmed reports that a child was in need of rescue. Original report: Dive and marine teams are searching the water in the Hammerman Area of the Gunpowder Falls State Park, after receiving unconfirmed reports of a child in need of rescue. Emergency units first responded to the area near 7200 Graces Quarters in Chase at about 2:50 p.m. About a dozen fire units remained on the scene shortly before 4 p.m., while …
Monday, June 25, 2012
The 2012 Maryland Natural Resource Photo Contest will accept submissions until Aug. 31.
Strolling through the Gunpowder Falls State Park, the light hits the water just right, tree limbs provide the perfect frame—and best of all, you just happen to have your camera with you. If you're a local nature photographer, consider sending your best shots in to the 2012 Maryland Natural Resource Photo Contest. Thirteen total winners will receive prizes ranging from $500 cash to magazine subscriptions. A few things to remember when entering: The entry form and full list of rules are available on the Maryland Department of Natural Resources website. Best of luck to our local photographers! Let's see if we can get a winner out of Perry Hall. What are some of your favorite places to take photos? Tell us in the comments.
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
A police helicopter assisted in locating a woman, between Glen Arm, Perry Hall and Kingsville, late Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.
Police said they are investigating a reported sexual assault that may have occurred late Tuesday night in the Gunpowder Falls State Park. A 21-year-old woman called police after she said she awakened inside the woods, near Camp Cone Road in Glen Arm, at about 11 p.m. May 29. For about two hours, police officers and a helicopter assisted the woman in navigating the woods, until she arrived at the 11700 block of Belair Road, near the Perry Hall-Kingsville line, according to Detective Cathy Batton, a Baltimore County police spokesperson. The woman told police that she had met a friend earlier that evening for drinks at Gunpowder Lodge, in the 10000 block of Belair Road. She then walked with the friend into the woods. She remembered another …
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Add your photos from the recent rain to the gallery.
Perry Hall's recent rain (in addition to quenching the thirst of your spring vegetables), has made for some great photos. Add your shots to the photo gallery and tell some of your favorite places to take photos in the comments.
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Take a closer look at life in Perry Hall.
Just because it's winter doesn't mean you can't take a walk in the woods. Taking a stroll in the Gunpowder Falls State Park is an easy way to fight cabin fever this January. Where do you go to spend time outdoors during the winter? Tell us in the comments. Share your photos by adding them to the photo gallery or emailing them to editor Emily Kimball, along with a description, at emilyk@patch.com.
Susanne Bates D C
11:05 pm on Saturday, January 5, 2013
I agree Lost Pond is a neat place to hike. Everything is so green normally in the summer there. more ›