The River-to-River Trail Society announces its second public hike of the Spring, 2021 hiking season, on Saturday, March 20, between Jackson Hole and Peter’s Cave waterfall, in Pope County. This hike is free and open to the public. Because State of Illinois has recently changed the requirements for group outings, we have eliminated the previous limit for 20 hikers and the call in requirement. If you desire more details on the hike like length you can call Todd the hike leader at (618) 499-9629. The meeting point for the hike is Boulden Church across from Mustang Lane on Ozark Rd west of Eddyville at 10:00. (https://www.google.com/maps/@37.5225419,-88.6044307,18.44z) This will be a hike of moderate difficulty, intended for people who are in good health and have done some hiking. The hike will cover four between four and five miles, requiring some scrambling up rocky ground. Hikers should bring their own water and a snack. Hiking sticks and boots or sturdy shoes are strongly recommended. No dogs, please.   

    Because of the public health emergency, all hikers must come provided with a face mask. While hikers need not wear masks while hiking, masks are required when bunching up or when passing on the trail.