Sorry for the later notice; I wanted to debut a new route this week, but it was contingent on weather.  A quick check this afternoon showed the Difficult Run trail a mud pit, so we're back to the usual.  

This is a low-profile hike from Hunter Mill Road to Reston Town Center.  Karens have receded back into the shadows, but still abound.  Helmets and NODs are good protection from those errant drunk cyclists.  

Plan for light rain, but the trail doesn't mud up.  In addition to Difficult Run, we have another new route from this step off point that will need to wait for dryer weather.

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Step off will be after sundown, so bring a head lamp or flashlight if you're scared of the dark.  NODs are are in season.  
Leashed K9's are welcome.  We will see deer and other critters so use your judgement.
Wear good boots / socks.  
Bring water.
Return trip will be in the dark.  Bring lighting of your choice.  
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In with the hound

In unless the wife changes her mind again...

In.

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…….and I’m out.  Stuck on a west coast call.

Hey guys, sorry ive not attended in months. (still see the notifications when i log on here)    

Any  new routes we might be able to take where full kit is not going to be a distraction?

Don't like being "that guy" who wants to OC a long gun on hikes.

SOL, How did we miss you?  We turned around a little early due to a foot issue and never saw you.

Got delayed at home due to some shenanigans I wanted to keep an eye on.
When I got there I remembered the "new route" we discussed last week and took that.
It was nice and quiet--not a sole in sight!.....Seriously!
I did have a fox cross my back trail and sit down to watch me for a while, then barked at me--that was cool.
Also saw what I think was a rat foraging in the grass down along the creek --that was cool too.
Overall, it was a nice little trek. I finally realized it was the wrong route when I saw the Potomac

You had a heck of a walk then.

Sound like a great and ...... long trek.  When did you get back to the jalopy?

@SonOfLiberty1775  Got my first sparrow.  Many to go.

Awesome news---Now go total jihad on the rest of those flying rats.
I nailed a Starling this am-- snows days are always the best action.
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To answer your earlier question, I got back from the river trail early this morning.
Man, I'm tired

I agree that snow days are great.  Nabbed four sparrows this morning.

Awesome--Great way to start the day!