As the wife and friends get up early to go shopping on Black Friday this year, I'll be getting up early and heading to Washington Monument Park, MD. From there it's a short 6 mile hike North on the AT to Black Rock Cliffs where I'll set up, build a fire, read a book and enjoy the day.

I plan on reaching the parking lot at Washington Monument Park around 8-8:30 am. There is ample, free parking there. Then head on up the trail.

If you have the time and inclination, come on out. Great views from the cliffs there and Annapolis Rocks, which we'll pass on the way.