Today is Summer Solstice. In the hardcore hoofing community, it is celebrated as Hike Naked Day. Nothing to do with Maryland, Father's Day, or even Sunday. It just happens that this expression of nature coincides with the annual migration of hikers transversing the entire trail. They generally begin in Georgia, just as soon as weather permits. That puts them in Maryland at solistice time when this summer ritual manifests.
That's right -- in addition to ticks and poison ivy, Maryland is blessed with seasonal flashers.
Supposedly these wandering naturalists carry emergency fig leaves (a bare necessity?) in case of unexpected encounters with civilization. But if startled while picnicking on one of the many magnificent vistas in Frederick or Washington County, just remember not to look below the (ahem) timberline.
The Appalacian Trail is one of the treasures of Maryland, and you should experience it. Get more information at: Appalachian Trail Conservancy: http://www.appalachiantrail.org/
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