2020 Winter Activity Schedule

2017 WINTER TREKKER Trekker 2020 Winter Activity

A look back . .Schedule . * Skiing in YellowstoneJanuary/February/March* Christmas Hikes/Tailgates * Friday Night Fitness Hikes * AT Backpack Trips * The Beast of the East * Cape May Weekends * Washington, DC Trips * Wilderness Survival Course * Across America Bike Ride * Halloween Hikes/Paddles Scan to * Sunset Paddles * Moonlight Hikes * Harpers Ferry Work Trips * Spring Picnics * Apres Ski Parties * New Years Day Hikes * TrailJoin Maintenance * Hot Dog Hikes * Batona Long Walk * Holiday Parties

Looking forward to many more adventures in the great outdoors!

CHECK THE OCSJ WEBSITE ON YOUR COMPUTER AT WWW.OCSJ.ORG FOR LATEST TRIP INFORMATION. WWW.OCSJ.ORG Outdoor Club Outdoorof South Club Jersey of South Jersey AIMSAIMS AND OBJECTIVESOBJECTIVES The The Outdoor Outdoor Club Club of South of South Jersey, Jersey, Inc., is Inc.,an organization is an organization dedicated to dedicated providing to providingopportunities opportunities for extending for theextending individual’s the knowledge,individual’s appreciation knowledge, and appreciation enjoyment and enjoymentof his or her of environment his or her environment through experiences through in experiences outdoor activities. in outdoor The Club activities. offers The Cluba twelve offers month a twelve program month of activities program designed of activities for all designed ages and for levels all ages of ability and and levels of abilityinterest, and and interest, as is feasible and as with is availablefeasible withleadership. available The leadership. Club is open The to all Club persons is open regardless of age or place of residence. to all persons regardless of age or place of residence. BOARD OF TRUSTEES BOARDOfficers OF TRUSTEES Joe Fabian, President OfficersBarbara Berman, Vice President [email protected] Brandt, President Millicent Moore, Vice President [email protected] Fran Horn, Treasurer Eloise Williams, Recording Secretary Fran Horn, Treasurer Eloise Williams, Recording Secretary 856-786-0048 E-mail: [email protected] 856-786-0048 E-mail: [email protected] ReginaRegina CoebyCoeby,, MembershipMembership Secretary Secretary E-mail:E-mail: [email protected] [email protected] ACTIVITYACTIVITY CHAIRPERSONSCHAIRPERSONS KevinFrank Drevik, Pearce, Chair Chair, Backpacking/Camping,, Activities Committee, 856-630-2485856-767-2780 KevinNeil Drevik, Kornhauser, Chair, Backpacking/Camping, Chair, Bicycling, [email protected] 856-630-2485 NeilFrank Kornhauser, Pearce, Chair Chair,, Canoeing,Bicycling, [email protected] Dennis McKane,Frank Pearce,Chair, X-CChair Skiing/Snowshoeing,, Canoeing, 856-767-2780 609-707-5695 David Bicking,Evelyn Minutolo, Chair, Hiking, Chair 609-332-2109, Hiking Frank Pearce,John Chair Kerney,, Activities Chair Committee,, Social Events 856-767-2780 NEEDEDTRUSTEES - Chair, X-C ATSkiing/Snowshoeing LARGE Kathy Billmann,Rosemarie [email protected] Mason, Trail MaintenanceChristine Denneler, 609-404-9587 609-351-2789 Bob DiMarco Mike Engel Doug Hillebrecht TRUSTEES ATPeggy LARGE Marter JosephKathy Money Billmann, [email protected] RottingerPeggy Marter Jay SchossDoug Hillebrecht, [email protected] Kevin Carlin Jerry Martina Barbara Brandt SPECIAL ADVISORS Christine Denneler, 609-351-2789 Kathleen Pearce Rosemarie Mason, Trail Maintenance OCSJ Historian, 856-767-2780 [email protected] 609-404-9587

Jack SPECIALDalton, Trail ADVISORS Maintenance [email protected] Pearce, OCSJ Historian, 856-767-2780 The officers and members of the Board of Trustees actively seek and welcome your comments, The officers suggestions and members or recommendations of the Board of Trustees towards actively the fulfillment seek and of welcome our aims your and objectives.comments, Oursuggestions progress or and recommendations success are dependent towards the upon fulfillment the quality of our and aims effective- and objectives. Our progress and success are dependent upon the quality and effectiveness nessof our of leadership. our leadership. Your participationYour participation in activities, in activities, committees, committees, or in programs or in programs and and projectsprojects is solicited.solicited. WhenWhen you you have have questions, questions, need need further further clarification, clarification, or require or require additionaladditional details,details, you are welcomewelcome to to call call the the pertinent pertinent committee committee chairman. chairman.

MEETINGS Club membersmembers are are invited invited to attend to attend the monthly the monthly meetings. meetings. The Board The of TrusteesBoard of meets Trustees each month. See schedule for locations. After the business session, some meetings will feature meetsa program each presented month. Seeby the schedule various activities. for locations. Everyone After is thewelcome! business Come session, out and some support meet- ingsyour willrepresentatives. feature a program presented by the various activities. Everyone is welcome! Come out and support your representatives. 2 www.ocsj.org 2 U READ SPECIAL NOTICE BELOW. The Outdoor Club of South Jersey has transitioned to Wild Apricot for our Membership Management. Please login to ocsj.wildapricot.org to join or see your current information. You can pay online via PayPal. PayPal link will allow you to pay with a credit card whether or not you have a PayPal account. Of course, you may also use your PayPal account if you have one. SPECIAL NOTICE: The use of checks for membership payment will continue. The new mailing address is P.O. Box 46, Atco, NJ 08004. The Club will no longer send membership cards for new or renewed memberships. We will notify you of expiring membership by E-mail. NOTICE TO ALL MEMBERS: THE SPRING 2017 TREKKER WAS THE FINAL “MAILED” ISSUE. Changing habits have lead to this decision. SPECIAL NOTICE: Starting with this Summer Issue Trekker, a printed version will be available at the Print Shop, 908 N White Horse Pike, Stratford, NJ 08084 and other locations TBA. The Trekker will also be available online. We encourage everyone to join the various Club meetup groups. OCSJ Non-member Participation Policy 1. OCSJ is a member organization. Membership funds pay for insurance and other Club overhead. However, prospective members and guests of OCSJ members may try one regular activity from each of our activity sections without joining. Thereafter they must join to be eligible for the hundreds of activities and events available every year. 2. Participants on trips which charge money must be members of OCSJ, except where the trip is a joint trip** with another club and the participant is a member of that club. Members of OCSJ may bring guests on a day trip charging money. Participants on overnight trips charging money must always be an OCSJ member. **Joint trips will only be permitted if the other entity has liability insurance. Proof of the coverage must be obtained by the OCSJ leader. Overnight activities, which charge money, require all participants to be OCSJ members. You will notice that when you click on the Biking, Hiking and Canoeing Schedule pages, you are re-directed to our corresponding meetup sites. Meetup allows leaders to directly manage their activities. Hiking Meetup site: meetup.com/Outdoor-Club-of-South-Jersey-Hiking/ Bicycling X/C Skiing Meetup site: meetup.com/Outdoor-Club-of-South- Jersey Canoeing Meetup site: meetup.com/Outdoor-Club-of-South-Jersey- Canoeing/ Carpooling, ride sharing or anything similar is strictly a private arrangement among the participants and not part of the official Club Activity. Participants assume the risks associated with this travel. The choice to participate is yours. Paddlers - During months of Nov. thru March, paddlers must wear wet or dry suits subject to approval of leaders. We would encourage everyone to check our websites for updates. Since trips are posted months in advance changes may occur including additions. Some activities may require limits on participation due to safety concerns and potential participants should RSVP.

3 www.ocsj.org 1000, 750 and 500 Mile Hiking Club You should consider joining our Grand Mile Club. Our goal is to walk, jog, hike 1000 miles each calendar year. Get all the details from Bill Poulson at [email protected] or 856-983-7609. We also have 500 and 750 mile clubs. If those better suit you, contact Bill Schaefer weschaefer@verizon. net, or Vera Stek [email protected]

TRAIL MAINTENANCE The hiking trails our club enjoys are available primarily due to the efforts of volunteers, just ordinary people. Among other things, our club helps to maintain the BATONA Trail. If you can help for a morning or afternoon at another time, contact Rosemarie Mason for what needs to be done. You can contact Rosemarie at [email protected].

JOIN THE 300, 400 & 500 MILE PADDLERS’ CLUBS Any kayak trip counts with any group or individual. The miles are sent in first week of January, but the last trip is December 31 of the previous year. The people who do not make the 300, 400 or 500 miles, but turn in miles will get honorable mention on the website. For details contact Ericka Blank [email protected] or text 856-364-6029.

FOR LEADERS Leaders should review items under “For Leaders “on the OCSJ Website. They should also review the “Policy and Budget Page “Listed below & under “About Us” on the OCSJ Webpage. In particular, the Revised Group Activities Policy and the OCSJ Sign-in Waiver Policy. Sign-in Sheets should be sent to appropriate Activity Chair or individuals designated by them – or Activities coordinator if the event involves more than 1 activity NO LATER THAN EACH CALENDAR QUARTER with few exceptions which are listed on website under “For Leaders”.

PARTICIPATION NOTICE The Outdoor Club, its officers and leaders, shall not be liable for any injuries, illness, loss or damage to any person or property, as a result of participation in any Club outing. Each participant assumes all risk and liability connected therewith. All persons, MEMBERS ALIKE, are to sign in with the leader at each activity.

4 www.ocsj.org SOME STANDARD MEETING PLACES These are the some of the standard meeting places, but always check the meet up page for the latest up to date meeting spots and maps.

Atsion - Meet in field on east side of Rt. 206 just north of Wharton State Forest Office. Batsto - Meet at Batsto village parking, off Rt. 542, between Hammonton and Green Bank. Bullock - Meet on north side of road in Bullock. Turn east from Rt. 72 at railroad bridge 6.5 miles southeast of Rt. 70/72 intersection. Continue 3.3 miles to the intersection. Turn right, then immediately left, and park. Byrne Campsites -Meet at Byrne (Lebanon) campsite. Turn off Rt. 72, 1 mile southeast of Rt. 70/72 intersection. After 0.4 miles, turn right. Campsite parking is 3.5 miles beyond the Forest Office. Byrne Office - Meet at Byrne (Lebanon) forest office. Turn east off Rt. 72, 1 mile southeast of Rt. 70/72 intersection. After 0.4 miles, turn right. Forest office is on the left. Carranza - Meet at Carranza Memorial parking, 6.7 miles SE of Tabernacle on Carranza Road. Cemetery -Meet at cemetery on Rt. 563, 0.6 miles south of Rt. 532 in Chatsworth. D&R Parking - a mile N of Lambertville on Rt. 29, just before the Rt. 202 Bridge. Turn left and drive to the parking. Evans Bridge - Meet just to the north of Evans Bridge (on east side of Rt. 563), 0.7 miles south of the Rt. 563/Rt. 679 split (about 10 miles south of Chatsworth). Friendship - Meet at Friendship ruins on Carranza Road, 10 miles SE of Tabernacle. Harrisville - Meet at Harrisville Pond, on Rt. 679, 1.5 miles south of Rt. 563, between Chatsworth and New Gretna. Henry Avenue & Walnut Lane parking area, Philadelphia – Take Rt. 76 (Schuylkill Expressway) West to Lincoln Drive, exit #340 A. Turn right at bottom of ramp,cross short bridge and take Ridge Avenue West exit. Proceed to 2nd traffic light and bear right. Go two more lights and bear left. At the next light, turn right onto Walnut Ln. Go to 2nd light and turn left onto Magdalena and a quick left into parking area. Approxi- mately 9 miles from Ben Franklin Bridge. Jackson - Meet just north of small bridge on Rt. 534 (Jackson Road), 1.7 miles northeast of Atco Raceway. Lake Absegami - Meet at Lake Absegami parking, Bass River State Forest. Entrance is on Stage Road, 3.4 miles E of Rt. 679 (from the N & W); or 6 miles Wof Tuckerton (from the N & E); or 3 miles N of New Gretna (from the S). Oswego - Meet at Oswego Lake parking, 3.1 miles northeast of Rt. 563 from Jenkins. (Turnoff is 8.4 miles south of Rt. 532 in Chatsworth, between Pine Barrens Canoes and Mick’s Canoes). Pakim Pond - Meet at Pakim Pond parking, Byrne S.F. Turn off Rt. 72, 1 mile south-east of Rt. 70/72 intersection. After 0.4 miles, turn right. Pakim Pond is 2.7 miles beyond the Forest Office. Skit - Meet at the Skit Branch bridge, 5.2 miles SE of Tabernacle on Carranza Road. Tyler Park - Take 1-95 and get off at exit 49, (Newtown/Yardley) and travel toward New- town. Continue on the Newtown bypass and turn left into the park at the intersection of Swamp Road. Meet the at the Boat House parking lot. Wells Mills - Meet at Wells Mills Park, off Rt. 532 (which is 16 miles southeast of the Rt. 70/72 intersection), 3.6 miles northeast of Rt. 72. Whitesbog - Meet at Whitesbog village parking. Go east on Rt. 70 6.9 miles from Rt.70/72 intersection. Make a sharp left on Lakehurst Road, go 1.3 miles, turn rightfor the village.

5 www.ocsj.org A MESSAGE FROM THE CANOEING/KAYAKING CHAIR During months of November thru March paddlers must A MESSAGE FROM THE CANOEING/KAYAKING CHAIR wear wet or dry suits subject to approval of leaders.

ConsiderDuring becoming months a leader. of NovemberWe can offer thru any Marchhelp you paddlers need. Remember must the trips you enjoy arew onlyear madewet or possible dry suits by thosesubject that to volunteer approval as ofleaders. leaders. I want to thank them. When you are on a trip take the time to thank them and consider becoming a Considerleader. Alwaysbecome check a leader. the website We can for offer current any information help you need. Hope Rememberto see you on the the trips water, you enjoyFrank are Pearce, only made [email protected] possible by those 856-767-2780. that volunteer as leaders. I want to thank them. When you are on a trip take the time to thank them and consider becoming a leader. AlwaysGuidelines: check the website for current information Hope1- All to participants see you on must the water,sign-in 2-Frank PFD’S Pearce must be worn. (83% of canoeing fatalities were not wearing a PFD) [email protected] Stay between leader and sweep. 4-856-767-2780. Wear appropriate clothes (Avoid Cotton) dress for water temperatures. 5- Have at least one change of clothing in a water- protected bag with you Guidelines:6- Flip flops are not appropriate footwear. (No bare feet - 90 % of paddling injuries) 1-7- All Flashlight participants required must for sign-in evening trips. 2-8- PFD’S Whistle must is required be worn. for (83%Delaware of canoeing River trips fatalities and recommended were not wearing for all trips. a PFD) 9- A helmet for whitewater may also be a good investment. 3-10- Stay Carpooling, between rideleader sharing and sweep.or anything similar is strictly a private arrangement among 4- Wearthe participantsappropriate andclothes not part(Avoid of the Cotton) official dress Club forActivity. water Participants temperatures. assume the risks associated with this travel. The choice to participate is yours. 5-11- Have You atmust least assess one changethe suitability of clothing and condition in a water- of your protected equipment bag andwith ifyou a trip is with- 6- Flipin yourflops abilities. are not appropriate footwear. (No bare feet - 90 % of paddling injuries) 7-12- Flashlight Please leave required sufficient for evening driving timetrips. to safely arrive. 13- If you have questions, especially if a trip is right for you, call the leader. 8-14- Whistle Check is the required Website for –ocsj.org Delaware - forRiver the tripslatest and information. recommended for all trips. 9-15- A helmetMinors (underfor whitewater 18) should may be alsolisted be on a sign-in good investment.sheets & parent/guardian sign for them. 10-16- Carpooling, Leaders have ride final sharing say on or tripanything participation similar involvingis strictly safety a private concerns. arrangement among the17- participants Leaders - if anda trip not is cancelledpart of the please official notify Club the Activity. Chair. Participants assume the risks associated18- Leaders with - carry this travel.a copy Theof the choice incident to reportparticipate form. is (can yours. be obtained from website) 19- Leaders - send sign-in sheets and any incident reports to Canoe Chair. 11- You must assess the suitability and condition of your equipment and if a trip is with- 20- Leaders must submit (mail/fax) sign-in sheets to the Canoeing/Kayaking Chair in a in yourtimely abilities. manner. 12- Please leave(Guideline sufficient - No driving later than time 2 weeksto safely after arrive. quarterly schedule ends.) 13- If you have Aquestions, MESSAGE especially FROM if a trip THE is right CYCLING for you, call CHAIR the leader. 14- Check the Website –ocsj.org - for the latest information. The cycling calendar and schedule can be found by clicking on the bicycling tab at 15www.ocsj.org Minors (under or you 18) can should access be the listed biking on sign-inMeetup sheetsdirectly &at parent/guardianwww.meetup.com/ sign for them.outdoor-club-of-south-jersey/. 16-We Leaders offer road have and final trail sayriding on all trip year participation long. Road involving rides are safetycategorized concerns. by pace. We have D (10-12 mph), C (12-14 mph), C+ (14-16 mph), B (16-18 mph) and B+/A (18-20+ 17-mph) Leaders rides -ranging if a trip in is distance cancelled from please 15 – 100 notify miles. the Chair. 18-We Leaders have easy - carry hybrid a copy rides ofon the trails incident and towpaths report form. and more (can aggressivebe obtained trail from riding website) in the Pine Barrens and other state parks. 19- Leaders - send sign-in sheets and any incident reports to Canoe Chair. Helmets are required on all OCSJ rides and riders should always carry 2 spare tubes, a 20-pump Leaders and themust tools submit necessary (mail/fax) for minor sign-in repairs sheets on tothe the road Canoeing/Kayaking or trails. Rules of the Chair road, in a timelycycling manner etiquette. along with group riding skills can be found by clicking on the bicycling tab on the(Guideline OCSJ website. - No later than 2 weeks after quarterly schedule ends.) Do you have an idea for a ride or a bike trip? Please consider volunteering to lead rides or trips! We can offer you help getting started. We have a repository of over 230 different routes on our Ride With GPS Club Account that you have access to or you can use your own. Without leaders there are no rides. Contact Neil Kornhauser at [email protected] if you have any questions or are interested in becoming a ridePARTICIPATION leader. See you on NOTICE the roads and trails! The Outdoor Club, its officers and leaders, shall not be liable for any injuries, 6 illness, loss or damage to any person or property, as a result of participation www.ocsj.org in any Club outing. Each participant assumes all risk and liability connecte therewith. All persons, MEMBERS ALIKE, are to sign with the leader at each activity.

www.ocsj.org 7 The OCSJ Follows the Leave No Trace Principles. Leave No Trace is a national and international program designed to assist outdoor enthusiasts with their decisions about how to reduce their impacts when they hike, camp,picnic, snowshoe, run, bike, hunt, paddle, ride horses, fish, ski or climb. The program strives to educate all those who enjoy the outdoors about the nature of their recreational impacts as well as techniques to prevent and minimize such impacts. The Seven Principles • Plan Ahead and Prepare • Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces • Dispose of Waste Properly • Leave What You Find • Respect Wildlife • Be Considerate of Other Visitors • Minimize Campfire Impacts Volunteer Opportunities The Club offers all members an opportunity to be a part of, or to create their own outdoor experience or activity. All activities are led by volunteer members. NO volunteers, NO activities. It’s that simple! You can make a difference. Your volunteer involvement in Club activities is unique and special contributions that play a valuable role in YOUR Club. PLAN AND LEAD AN ACTIVITY. HELP TO MAINTAIN THE TRAIL. PLAN AND LEAD A “LITTER” CLEAN-UP DAY. HELP THE TRAIL COORDINATOR BUILD A FOOT BRIDGE. WRITE YOUR LEGISLATORS. A SIMPLE NOTE IN SUPPORT OF TRAILS, BIKE PATHS AND GREENWAYS IS ALL IT TAKES. CHAIR A COMMITTEE. (See Christmas Party, Officer Nominations, etc.) PLAN AND LEAD A TOUR TRIP. Talk to your Activity Committee Chair about what you can volunteer to do to improve YOUR Club. ***MEMBERSHIP& RENEWAL INFORMATION*** 1. A notice of expiring membership will be e-mailed to you. 2. If your address has changed, please indicate new e-mail address. If you move, please file a change of address card with us. 3. Keep your membership current. Memberships must be renewed one month prior to March, June, September, and December. Membership Cards are no longer being issued. You will receive renewal information by e-mail. The OCSJ Board just voted to use the Wild Apricot System to manage our website and membership. To join or renew your membership, please go to OCSJ.org or OCSJ. wildapri-cot.org/join-us and follow the links to establish your connection to Wild Apricot. The PayPal link will allow you to pay with a credit card, whether or not you have a PayPal account. Special Note: You will be able to pay via check or money order. Make check or money order payable to The Outdoor Club of South Jersey, Inc. New mailing address is: P.O. Box 46, Atco, NJ 08004 Individual Member - 1 year for $20 Family Member - 1 year for $25 Gift contributions to the Richard Greve Memorial Fund will be accepted by the Wild Apricot System.

7 www.ocsj.org January “Middle age is the awkward period when Father Timestarts catching up with Mother Nature.”

RESERVATIONS AND DEADLINE SEE SKI SCHEDULE FOR RESERVATIONS. MAY 8 APRES SKI PARTY. Details to be posted on website and in Spring Trekker. JUNE 9,10,11 CAPE MAYJanuary WEEKEND. Details 2020 to be posted on website and in Spring Trekker.

CHECK THE OCSJ WEBSITE ON YOUR COMPUTER AT (WWW. OCSJ.ORG) FOR LATEST TRIP INFORMATION.

Hiking Meetup site: www.meetup.com/Outdoor-Club-of-South-Jersey-Hiking/ Bicycling Meetup site: www.meetup.com/Outdoor-Club-of-South-Jersey Canoeing Meetup site: www.meetup.com/Outdoor-Club-of-South-Jersey-Canoeing/

JANUARY1 ANNOUNCING NEW YEARS DAY HIKE: JAN. 1 2017. 6 Sunday miles moderate pace. Start the New Year by hiking with OCSJ January10:00 01 am NEW YEARSon DAY the HIKE. start of it's 50th year as a club. We will also be partici- Wednesday NEW YEARS DAYpating HIKE; in 6 "AMERICA'S miles moderate STATEpace. Nice PARKS views of FIRST the Mullica DAY River. HIKES". A great Ourstart to 10:00 AM 2020! Bring lunchhike and is beverage.in the Wharton Meet in field SF nextin our to the beautiful Atsion Office Pine off Barrens. Rt 206 . LeadersBring Chris Denneler 609-351-2789, email [email protected]. Pat and Bob Burton 609-472-8128, lunch and beverage. Meet in field next to the Atsion Recreation. email [email protected] Check meetup and ocsj.org for changes and cancellations. Area office, off Rt. 206 in Shamong Township. Check Meetup Meet at Atsionand Ranger ocsj.org Station for changes and cancellations. Leader: Christine Denneler, 609-351-2789 e-mail January 03 Friday Nite [email protected]; Hike Bob Burton, 856-767-8064. Friday Brisk Pace, 8-10 miles. The ongoing, every Friday night, all year ‘round, Friday nite fitness hike, 07:00 JANUARYPM where 3 we try toMOORESTOWN work up a sweat exploring WALKS. the sandApprox. roads and 3 trails miles. of Brendan Moderate Byrne pace. State Tuesday Forest. Be preparedDifferent to walk routes at an averagethrough of Moorestown's 3.5 mph, with few historic breaks. streets.Bring water This and isn'twear well 7:30 pm broken in boots,an sneakers,endurance or shoes hike (sneakers or a nature are adequate walk. This for dry is conditions).a walk on Sockssuburban are also important foot gear; synthetics and wool being better at preventing blisters (avoid cotton socks). streets and sidewalks to stretch the legs after work on a mid- Leader:Jay Schoss, [email protected] 609-283-0252 week night with good company and conversation. Meet at Meet at BrendanMoorestown Byrne State Library Forest entrance. Campgrounds Leader: David Bicking, 609-332-2109, [email protected] January 05 The Spung Walk With Jay SundayJANUARY Join4 me for a SWwalkAN in Brendan SEARCH Byrne HIKE. SF of 10 Moderate miles or so. pace. The plan6-8 is tomiles. walk sand Join roads me andin fire 09:00 WednesdayAM cuts in the pinelandmy search uplands. for We the will swan pass aaround half dozen the or reservoirsmore of the manyand bogs.spungs Thisfound isin this 9:30 am area of the pines.a great If you areaare unfamiliar for some with terrific spungs pictures.I can tell you W aboute may them even along spot the way. the Expect to walk at a steadyresident pace baldof around eagle. 3 mph, Dress with few warm stops. since the winds whip across Meet along the tracks at Bullock where Manchester and Woodland Township meet. Be early the open areas. We will meet in the parking area, be on time. because I plan to leave promptly at 9 AM. Dogs on leash are welcome but must be in the back of the Leader: Jay Schoss Contact me by the day before with questions. 609 283 0252. group. Meet at Historic Whitesbog Village. Leader: Faye, H Meet at RR Crossing at Bullock 609-283-0252, C 912-433-8257 [email protected]

JanuaryJANUAR 06 Y4Walk From BullockHADDON LAKE PARK WALK. Join me on a three mile walk MondayWednesdayA 6-8 mile moderatethrough paced Haddon walk on Lake the roads, Park. trails At anda 3 fire-cutsMPH pace. in Greenwood This is Foresta paved Wildlife 09:00 AM 6:30 pm Management Areawalking and Brendanand bike Byrne path. SF. There Lights are willdozens be of on possibilities around suitablethe lake to almostonly. all conditions. I’llOption select a fordifferent a 4th one mile. each Bringtime to flashlight. keep it interesting. Take WestLeader: Kings Jay Schoss Hwy. (609) to 283 0252 or [email protected] at least a day prior for more info. 13th Ave. In Haddon Heights. Follow 13th Ave. to South Park Meet at RR ACrossingve. Parking in Bullock Lot is on the right across from the Dell. I will post additional Wednesday evening walks throughout the month at January 07 After work Cooperother locations. River Park Check - 3.7 miles meetup @ fast on pace Mondays. Bad weather may Tuesday Fun & fast pacedcancel. hour aroundCheck Cooper back Riverbefore on theyou paved come path. out. (3.7 Meet miles at in Haddon one hour.) Lake 06:15 PM Embark at 6:15pmPark sharp Leader: from PaulYacht ClubBaumhauer parking lot, 609-706-3676,on South Park Drive across from Marina Park Apartments. [email protected] flashlight, water. Serious rain, t-storms, ice, or unsafe condition cancels. Please check the web site for any updates. GPS Parking lot: N39.55.449 www.ocsj.orgW075.04.027 9 Leader: Valerie Danzey, (856) 495-4350, [email protected] Meet at Cooper River Yacht Club

8 www.ocsj.org January 07 Moorestown Walks by David Bicking Tuesday Moorestown Walks. approx 3 miles. Moderate pace. Different routes through Moorestown’s 07:30 PM historic streets. This isn’t an endurance hike or a nature walk. This is a walk on suburban streets and sidewalks to stretch the legs after work on a mid-week night with good company and conversation. Meet At library entrance. Leader: David Bicking, (856) 249 - 0886, [email protected] Meet at Moorestown Library

January 08 2 RIVERS HIKE. 6.5 MILES AT A MODERATE PACE Wednesday we will walk up along the batisto river looking for swans in the back waters, cross over onto the 10:00 AM yellow trail along the Mullica river. and end the day crossing the new bridge recently installed on the yellow trail by our own batona trail maintenance crew. bring lunch and something to sit on like a trash bag. we stop half way for break and lunch. [email protected]. 609 472 8128. Chris Dennler. 609 351 2789 Meet at Batsto Visitors Center

January 09 MONTHLY CLUB MEETING Thursday CLUB MEETING AT 7:30 pm. Board of Trustees. Activity Committees Leaders. New Cherry Hill 07:30 PM Library, 1100 Kings Hwy. (Rt. 41) North of Route 70 in Cherry Hill. All welcome. Meet at Cherry Hill Library

January 10 Friday Nite Fitness Hike Friday Brisk Pace, 8-10 miles. The ongoing, every Friday night, all year ‘round, Friday nite fitness hike, 07:00 PM where we try to work up a sweat exploring the sand roads and trails of Brendan Byrne State Forest. Be prepared to walk at an average of 3.5 mph, with few breaks. Bring water and wear well broken in boots, sneakers, or shoes (sneakers are adequate for dry conditions). Socks are also important foot gear; synthetics and wool being better at preventing blisters (avoid cotton socks). Leader:Jay Schoss, [email protected] 609-283-0252 Meet at Brendan Byrne State Forest Campgrounds

January 11 Winter Atsion Hike Saturday ATSION HIKE. 5 miles. moderate pace. An easy walk along dirt roads and forest trails. Meet at 10:00 AM Atsion Office. Bad weather or icy conditions cancel. Leader: David Bicking, (856) 249 - 0886, [email protected] Meet at Atsion Office

January 12 Hiking at Whiting Wildlife Management Area in Whiting Sunday 5-6 miles at a moderate pace. We will walk sand roads and climb a hill with a view almost as 12:00 PM good as Apple Pie Hill. It will be a nice Sunday walk in the woods. Always check the web site before coming to the hike for any changes. Cell phones does not work in most of these remote areas!!!! Leaders Toni 609-903-6775 Jan 609-404-4990 Meet at Whiting Wildlife Management Area

January 13 Walk From Bullock Monday A 6-8 mile moderate paced walk on the roads, trails and fire-cuts in Greenwood Forest Wildlife 09:00 AM Management Area and Brendan Byrne SF. There are dozens of possibilities suitable to almost all conditions. I’ll select a different one each time to keep it interesting. Leader: Jay Schoss (609) 283 0252 or [email protected] at least a day prior for more info. Meet at RR Crossing in Bullock

January 14 After work Cooper River Park - 3.7 miles @ fast pace Tuesday Fun & fast paced hour around Cooper River on the paved path. (3.7 miles in one hour.) 06:15 PM Embark at 6:15pm sharp from Yacht Club parking lot on South Park Drive across from Marina Park Apartments. Bring flashlight, water. Serious rain, t-storms, ice, or unsafe condition cancels. Please

9 www.ocsj.org check the web site for any updates. GPS Parking lot: N39.55.449 W075.04.027 Leader: Valerie Danzey, (856) 495-4350, [email protected] Meet at Cooper River Yacht Club

January 15 Ives Pond on the Batona Trail Wednesday 9 miles at a moderate pace. Lunch at the Ives Pond. 10:00 AM Please always check the this site for any changes before coming to hike. Cells phones don’t always work in these remote locations, so call before hike day. Leaders Toni 609-903-6775 and Jan 609-404-4990 Meet at Batona Trailhead

January 17 Friday Nite Fitness Hike Friday Brisk Pace, 8-10 miles. The ongoing, every Friday night, all year ‘round, Friday nite fitness hike, 07:00 PM where we try to work up a sweat exploring the sand roads and trails of Brendan Byrne State Forest. Be prepared to walk at an average of 3.5 mph, with few breaks. Bring water and wear well broken in boots, sneakers, or shoes (sneakers are adequate for dry conditions). Socks are also important foot gear; synthetics and wool being better at preventing blisters (avoid cotton socks). Leader:Jay Schoss, [email protected] 609-283-0252 Meet at Brendan Byrne State Forest Campgrounds

January 19 Three Lakes of Belleplain Sunday Hike the East Creek Trail from an opposite direction with an opt out at completion of the loop of 8 09:00 AM miles. At that point we will continue on to the Pickle Factory on Paper Mill rd.. The factory sits on the last lake of bellplain . There are times the portion from rt. 347 to the pickle factory lake is very wet, if that is the case we can shuttle to Lehrner Rd. to continue on and around the wetlands. The total mileage if doing complete 3 lakes is approximately 12 miles. Hike questions: 6099295390 Meet at Belleplain State Forest group cabin fishing landing

January 19 Cross Country Skiing in North Conway, NH - Jan. 19-26 Sunday 7 days in the White Mountains staying in 3 or 4 spacious condos at Stonehurst Manor 03:00 PM (stonehurstvacationrentals.com). $375 per person, double occupancy. Includes 7 breakfasts and 5 communally cooked dinners. $100 deposit reserves a place. All payments are non-refundable without finding a replacement. 17 people max, unless there are enough people for us to rent a 4th condo. 5 groomed ski venues plus numerous trails for snowshoeing or hiking. Contact Barbara Brandt ([email protected]) or Virginia and Jim Magee ([email protected]) The trip is full, but you can contact the leaders for cancellations. Meet at North Conway

January 20 Walk From Bullock Monday A 6-8 mile moderate paced walk on the roads, trails and fire-cuts in Greenwood Forest Wildlife 09:00 AM Management Area and Brendan Byrne SF. There are dozens of possibilities suitable to almost all conditions. I’ll select a different one each time to keep it interesting. Leader: Jay Schoss (609) 283 0252 or [email protected] at least a day prior for more info. Meet at RR Crossing in Bullock

January 21 After work Cooper River Park - 3.7 miles @ fast pace Tuesday Fun & fast paced hour around Cooper River on the paved path. (3.7 miles in one hour.) 06:15 PM Embark at 6:15pm sharp from Yacht Club parking lot on South Park Drive across from Marina Park Apartments. Bring flashlight, water. Serious rain, t-storms, ice, or unsafe condition cancels. Please check the web site for any updates. GPS Parking lot: N39.55.449 W075.04.027 Leader: Valerie Danzey, (856) 495-4350, [email protected] Meet at Cooper River Yacht Club

10 www.ocsj.org January 22 Batona Trail 8 miles Moderate pace Wednesday This is a one way hike with a short car shuttle . We meet at pakim pond and drive to Ongs Hat 10:00 AM which is the start of the trail and walk back. We can place 1 car at the Ranger station for anyone who only wants to walk 6 miles. Bring lunch and warm beverage. This is mostly a deep woods hike out of the wind. restrooms at start and finish. Pat Burton. 609 472 8128 Meet at Pakim Pond

January 24 Friday Nite Fitness Hike Friday Brisk Pace, 8-10 miles. The ongoing, every Friday night, all year ‘round, Friday nite fitness hike, 07:00 PM where we try to work up a sweat exploring the sand roads and trails of Brendan Byrne State Forest. Be prepared to walk at an average of 3.5 mph, with few breaks. Bring water and wear well broken in boots, sneakers, or shoes (sneakers are adequate for dry conditions). Socks are also important foot gear; synthetics and wool being better at preventing blisters (avoid cotton socks). Leader:Jay Schoss, [email protected] 609-283-0252 Meet at Brendan Byrne State Forest Campgrounds January 25 Manasquan Reservoir in Winter Saturday MANASQUAN RESERVOIR HIKE, 5 miles, easy to moderate pace. We will see the panoramic 10:00 AM views of the Reservoir from the perimeter trail. Meet outside the Visitor center at the main entrance. Leader: David Bicking, (856) 249 - 0886, [email protected] Snow or Icy conditions will cancel. Meet at Manasquan Reservoir

January 26 Search for the Tundra Swine with Jay Sunday Walk 10 miles or more as we try to find the migratory Canadian Pigs that occasionally overwinter 09:00 AM in Brendan Byrne SF. We’ll follow sand roads, old trails and fire cuts walking at a steady 3 mph pace with few stops. Wet feet are a possibility so be prepared. Leader: Jay Schoss If you have questions about the starting point or this walk is suitable for you contact me by the previous day. Meet at Brendan T. Byrne State Forest

January 26 Cross Country Skiing in Stowe VT - Jan. 26-31 Sunday One of my favorites! Several fantastic ski centers, easy backcountry, iconic New England town, 03:00 PM and cozy lodging with good food. This trip is 5 nights, Sunday to Thursday, with departure on Friday, however you can do fewer nights. We stay at the comfortable Commodores Inn. NEW THIS YEAR - you will make your own reservations and pay for your own bill. Please contact leader for full information. Cost is approximately $325pp double occupancy, or $578 for a single, taxes and tips included for 5 nights. This includes accommodations and 5 breakfasts BUT dinner is extra. Singles who wish a roommate will be paired up. Leader: Eileen Greve ([email protected]) 609-204-6451(c), or 301-703-9394 (home). Meet at Stowe

January 27 Walk From Bullock Monday A 6-8 mile moderate paced walk on the roads, trails and fire-cuts in Greenwood Forest Wildlife 09:00 AM Management Area and Brendan Byrne SF. There are dozens of possibilities suitable to almost all conditions. I’ll select a different one each time to keep it interesting. Leader: Jay Schoss (609) 283 0252 or [email protected] at least a day prior for more info. Meet at RR Crossing in Bullock

January 28 After work Cooper River Park - 3.7 miles @ fast pace Tuesday Fun & fast paced hour around Cooper River on the paved path. (3.7 miles in one hour.) 06:15 PM Embark at 6:15pm sharp from Yacht Club parking lot on South Park Drive across from Marina Park Apartments. Bring flashlight, water. Serious rain, t-storms, ice, or unsafe condition cancels. Please check the web site for any updates. GPS Parking lot: N39.55.449 W075.04.027 Leader: Valerie Danzey, (856) 495-4350, [email protected]

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January 29 The Hills of Wells Mills Wednesday 8-10 miles at a moderate pace. We will wonder and have fun. Dress for the weather and bring 10:00 AM lunch/snacks. We will take a look at the new trail and property acquired by the park. Always check the web site for changes for before coming to hike. Leaders phone does not always work at remoter sites! Leaders Toni 609-903-6775 and Jan 609-404-4990

January 31 Friday Nite Fitness Hike Friday Brisk Pace, 8-10 miles. TheJanuary ongoing, every Friday night, all year ‘round, Friday nite fitness hike, 07:00 PM where“Middle we try to work age up is a thesweat awkward exploring the period sand roads when and trailsFather of Brendan Byrne State Forest. BeTimestarts prepared to walkcatching at an average up with of 3.5 Mother mph, with Nature.” few breaks. Bring water and wear well broken in boots, sneakers, or shoes (sneakers are adequate for dry conditions). Socks are also important foot gear; synthetics and wool being better at preventing blisters (avoid cotton socks). RESERVATIONS AND DEADLINE Leader:Jay Schoss, [email protected] 609-283-0252 SEE SKI SCHEDULEMeet at Brendan FOR Byrne RESERVATIONS. State Forest Campgrounds MAY 8 APRES SKI PARTY. Details to be posted on website and in Spring Trekker. JUNE 9,10,11 CAPE MAY WEEKEND. Details to be posted on website and in Spring Trekker. February 2020 CHECK THE OCSJ WEBSITE ON YOUR COMPUTER AT (WWW. OCSJ.ORG) FOR LATEST TRIP INFORMATION.

JANUARY1 ANNOUNCING NEW YEARS DAY HIKE: JAN. 1 2017. 6 February 02 Walk to Goose Pond with Jay Sunday miles moderate pace. Start the New Year by hiking with OCSJ Sunday This 10-12 mile walk through Brendan Byrne SF will take us to one of the many pineland ponds 10:00 am on the start of it's 50th year as a club. We will also be partici- 09:00 AM named Goose. This one is pretty much off the beaten path and will take some effort and possibly some wet feetpating to get to in see. "AMERICA'S I believe that theSTATE effort PARKSis worth it. FIRST Along the DAY way HIKES". we will briefly Our visit a local art galleryhike where is visitingin the artistsWharton display SF their in work.our beautiful Pine Barrens. Bring Leader: Jay Schosslunch and beverage. Meet in field next to the Atsion Recreation. Meet at RR AreaCrossing office, at Bullock off Rt. 206 in Shamong Township. Check Meetup and ocsj.org for changes and cancellations. Leader: Christine February 03 Walk From BullockDenneler, 609-351-2789 e-mail Monday A 6-8 mile [email protected]; paced walk on the roads, trails Bob and Burton, fire-cuts 856-767-8064. in Greenwood Forest Wildlife 09:00 AM Management Area and Brendan Byrne SF. There are dozens of possibilities suitable to almost all JANUARYconditions. 3 I’llMOORESTOWN select a different one each WALKS. time to Approx.keep it interesting. 3 miles. Leader: Moderate Jay Schoss pace. (609) 283 Tuesday 0252 or [email protected] routes at leastthrough a day Moorestown'sprior for more info. historic streets. This isn't 7:30 pm Meet at RR anCrossing endurance in Bullock hike or a nature walk. This is a walk on suburban streets and sidewalks to stretch the legs after work on a mid- week night with good company and conversation. Meet at February 04 After work Cooper River Park - 3.7 miles @ fast pace Fun & fast pacedMoorestown hour around LibraryCooper River entrance. on the paved Leader: path. David (3.7 miles Bicking, in one hour.) Tuesday 609-332-2109, [email protected] 06:15 PM Embark at 6:15pm sharp from Yacht Club parking lot on South Park Drive across from Marina Park 12 Apartments. Bring flashlight, water. Serious rain, t-storms, ice, or unsafe condition cancels. Please JANUARY check4 the webSW siteAN for anySEARCH updates. HIKE. Moderate pace. 6-8 miles. Join me in WednesdayGPS Parking lot:my N39.55.449 search for W075.04.027 the swan around the reservoirs and bogs. This is 9:30 am Leader: Valeriea Danzey,great area(856) 495-4350,for some [email protected] pictures. We may even spot the Meet at Cooperresident River bald Yacht eagle. Club Dress warm since the winds whip across the open areas. We will meet in the parking area, be on time. February 04 MoorestownDogs Walks on by leashDavid Bicking are welcome but must be in the back of the Tuesday Moorestown Walks.group. approx Meet 3 miles. at Historic Moderate Whitesbog pace. Different Village. routes through Leader: Moorestown’s Faye, H 07:30 PM 609-283-0252, C 912-433-8257 [email protected] JANUARY4 HADDON LAKE PARK WALK. Join me on a three mile walk Wednesday through Haddonwww.ocsj.org Lake Park. At a 3 MPH pace. This is a paved 6:30 pm walking and bike path. Lights will be on around the lake only. Option for a 4th mile. Bring flashlight. Take West Kings Hwy. to 13th Ave. In Haddon Heights. Follow 13th Ave. to South Park Ave. Parking Lot is on the right across from the Dell. I will post additional Wednesday evening walks throughout the month at other locations. Check meetup on Mondays. Bad weather may cancel. Check back before you come out. Meet at Haddon Lake Park Leader: Paul Baumhauer, 609-706-3676, [email protected] www.ocsj.org 9 historic streets. This isn’t an endurance hike or a nature walk. This is a walk on suburban streets and sidewalks to stretch the legs after work on a mid-week night with good company and conversation. Meet At library entrance. Leader: David Bicking, (856) 249 - 0886, [email protected] Meet at Moorestown Library

February 05 Hike Bass River SP Wednesday 8-9 miles at a moderate pace,. Lunch is on the trail. 10:00 AM Always check internet for any changes before coming to hike. Leaders Toni 609-903-6775 Jan 609-404-4990 Meet at Bass River State Forest

February 07 Friday Nite Fitness Hike Friday Brisk Pace, 8-10 miles. The ongoing, every Friday night, all year ‘round, Friday nite fitness hike, 07:00 PM where we try to work up a sweat exploring the sand roads and trails of Brendan Byrne State Forest. Be prepared to walk at an average of 3.5 mph, with few breaks. Bring water and wear well broken in boots, sneakers, or shoes (sneakers are adequate for dry conditions). Socks are also important foot gear; synthetics and wool being better at preventing blisters (avoid cotton socks). Leader:Jay Schoss, [email protected] 609-283-0252 Meet at Brendan Byrne State Forest Campgrounds

February 08 Batsto Hike Saturday BATSTO HIKE. 5 miles moderate pace. An easy walk between two rivers and through the village of 10:00 AM Batsto. Bad weather or icy conditions cancel. Leader: David Bicking, (856) 249-0886, [email protected] Meet at Batsto Historic Village

February 10 Walk From Bullock Monday A 6-8 mile moderate paced walk on the roads, trails and fire-cuts in Greenwood Forest Wildlife 09:00 AM Management Area and Brendan Byrne SF. There are dozens of possibilities suitable to almost all conditions. I’ll select a different one each time to keep it interesting. Leader: Jay Schoss (609) 283 0252 or [email protected] at least a day prior for more info. Meet at RR Crossing in Bullock

February 11 After work Cooper River Park - 3.7 miles @ fast pace Tuesday Fun & fast paced hour around Cooper River on the paved path. (3.7 miles in one hour.) 06:15 PM Embark at 6:15pm sharp from Yacht Club parking lot on South Park Drive across from Marina Park Apartments. Bring flashlight, water. Serious rain, t-storms, ice, or unsafe condition cancels. Please check the web site for any updates. GPS Parking lot: N39.55.449 W075.04.027 Leader: Valerie Danzey, (856) 495-4350, [email protected] Meet at Cooper River Yacht Club

February 12 HIKE SHANE BRANCH Wednesday 6-7 miles moderate pace.A nice hike anytime of year.View of a scenic pond and cranberry bogs. 10:00 AM Bring lunch and beverage. Meet at the bridge at Friendship on Carranza RD. May have to go off trail at the bottom end of the hike due to water . Leaders Chris Denneler, 609-351-2789, email [email protected], Pat Burton,609-472-8128, email [email protected]. Check Meetup for changes or cancellation. Meet at Shane Branch

February 13 MONTHLY CLUB MEETING Thursday CLUB MEETING AT 7:30 pm. Board of Trustees. Activity Committees Leaders. New Cherry Hill 07:30 PM Library, 1100 Kings Hwy. (Rt. 41) North of Route 70 in Cherry Hill. All welcome. Meet at Cherry Hill Library

13 www.ocsj.org February 14 Friday Nite Fitness Hike Frida Brisk Pace, 8-10 miles. The ongoing, every Friday night, all year ‘round, Friday nite fitness hike, 07:00 PM where we try to work up a sweat exploring the sand roads and trails of Brendan Byrne State Forest. Be prepared to walk at an average of 3.5 mph, with few breaks. Bring water and wear well broken in boots, sneakers, or shoes (sneakers are adequate for dry conditions). Socks are also important foot gear; synthetics and wool being better at preventing blisters (avoid cotton socks). Leader:Jay Schoss, [email protected] 609-283-0252 Meet at Brendan Byrne State Forest Campgrounds

February 16 Song Bird Trail Sunday we will do the five mile song bird trail, woods and road. no lunch bring snacks and something to 12:00 PM drink. Check for any changes before coming to hike. Leader Toni 609-903-6775 Meet at Forsythe Wildlife Refuge Brigantine

February 17 Walk From Bullock Monday A 6-8 mile moderate paced walk on the roads, trails and fire-cuts in Greenwood Forest Wildlife 09:00 AM Management Area and Brendan Byrne SF. There are dozens of possibilities suitable to almost all conditions. I’ll select a different one each time to keep it interesting. Leader: Jay Schoss (609) 283 0252 or [email protected] at least a day prior for more info. Meet at RR Crossing in Bullock

February 17 Hike Parvin State Park Monday Let’s Celebrate Presidents Day with a hike at Parvin State Park. 8 or 9 miles at a easy pace and 10:00 AM a stop for lunch. Meet in main parking lot on Almond Road. EXPECT muddy and wet trails, some bushwhacking may be necessary. Bad weather will cancel. Check meetup for updates before you come out. Leader Paul Baumhauer 609-706-3676 [email protected] Meet at Parvin State Park

February 17 Cross Country Skiing in Booneville, NY - Feb. 17-21 Monday Monday to Friday. Four nights 7 rooms are available. Maximum 14 people. Total for this trip $300. 02:00 PM Deposit $50. Join or add this trip on from the Pulaski Trip. Boonville is 47 miles from Pulaski. We’ll stay at the North Country Manor, a carefully restored mansion just outside Boonville. Check them out on their website or Facebook. Private or semi-private baths, TV’s in rooms and Wi-Fi. Breakfast is included. Lunch and dinners are on our own. Coffee, tea and coco are available all day. Skiing on free groomed trails with 3 systems operated by BREIA. Also Gulf State Park, Barnes Corners, and Osceola X/C center. Most of the trails are easy to moderate in difficulty there are several thrilling challenging ones if you choose to seek them out. Great lake effect snow on the Tug Hill plateau. Leader: Sue Wills [email protected] or phone 609-668 0539

February 18 After work Cooper River Park - 3.7 miles @ fast pace Tuesday Fun & fast paced hour around Cooper River on the paved path. (3.7 miles in one hour.) 06:15 PM Embark at 6:15pm sharp from Yacht Club parking lot on South Park Drive across from Marina Park Apartments. Bring flashlight, water. Serious rain, t-storms, ice, or unsafe condition cancels. Please check the web site for any updates. GPS Parking lot: N39.55.449 W075.04.027 Leader: Valerie Danzey, (856) 495-4350, [email protected] Meet at Cooper River Yacht Club

February 19 Bowman’s Tower, by Joe Wednesday BOWMAN’S TOWER 10:00 AM 12 Miles. Moderate Pace (3mph) Meet at Washington Crossing, New Jersey side on Route 29 approximately 8 miles north of Trenton. At Washington Crossing, turn left at the red light to Penna. and then make an immediate right (before crossing the bridge) into the parking lot. We will cross the Delaware River and continue along the towpath and picnic at the tower. Bring your lunch.

14 www.ocsj.org Heavy rain or snow cancels. Leaders Joe Hummel (856) 235-8817 Meet at Washington Crossing State Park

February 21 Friday Nite Fitness Hike Friday Brisk Pace, 8-10 miles. The ongoing, every Friday night, all year ‘round, Friday nite fitness hike, 07:00 PM where we try to work up a sweat exploring the sand roads and trails of Brendan Byrne State Forest. Be prepared to walk at an average of 3.5 mph, with few breaks. Bring water and wear well broken in boots, sneakers, or shoes (sneakers are adequate for dry conditions). Socks are also important foot gear; synthetics and wool being better at preventing blisters (avoid cotton socks). Leader:Jay Schoss, [email protected] 609-283-0252 Meet at Brendan Byrne State Forest Campgrounds

February 22 Hike Pemberton Rails to Trails Saturday We will hike the rails to trails from the Historic RR Station to Birmingham Rd. 5 miles easy pace. 10:00 AM Leader: David Bicking (856) 249-0886, [email protected] Meet at Pemberton Rail Road Station

February 23 Walk to Red Oak Grove with Jay Sunday Walk with me to the site of this long abandoned pinelands town. The hike will cover 10 miles more 09:00 AM or less mostly on sand roads but some narrow trails will also be followed. I expect to walk at a pace of about 3 mph with few stops so expect a bit of a work out. Depending on conditions we might visit some other interesting spots as well. Leader: Jay Schoss Be early because I leave promptly at 9 AM. Meet at RR Crossing at Bullock

February 24 Walk From Bullock Monday A 6-8 mile moderate paced walk on the roads, trails and fire-cuts in Greenwood Forest Wildlife 09:00 AM Management Area and Brendan Byrne SF. There are dozens of possibilities suitable to almost all conditions. I’ll select a different one each time to keep it interesting. Leader: Jay Schoss (609) 283 0252 or [email protected] at least a day prior for more info. Meet at RR Crossing in Bullock

February 25 After work Cooper River Park - 3.7 miles @ fast pace Tuesday Fun & fast paced hour around Cooper River on the paved path. (3.7 miles in one hour.) 06:15 PM Embark at 6:15pm sharp from Yacht Club parking lot on South Park Drive across from Marina Park Apartments. Bring flashlight, water. Serious rain, t-storms, ice, or unsafe condition cancels. Please check the web site for any updates. GPS Parking lot: N39.55.449 W075.04.027 Leader: Valerie Danzey, (856) 495-4350, [email protected] Meet at Cooper River Yacht Club

February 26 Batsto Bop Wednesday 8 miles at a moderate pace on various trails in the park. 10:01 AM Bring lunch and dress for the weather. Always check the web for changes before coming to hike. Toni 609-903-6775 and Jan 609-404-4990 Meet at Batsto Village

February 28 Friday Nite Fitness Hike Friday Brisk Pace, 8-10 miles. The ongoing, every Friday night, all year ‘round, Friday nite fitness hike, 07:00 PM where we try to work up a sweat exploring the sand roads and trails of Brendan Byrne State Forest. Be prepared to walk at an average of 3.5 mph, with few breaks. Bring water and wear well broken in boots, sneakers, or shoes (sneakers are adequate for dry conditions). Socks are also important foot gear; synthetics and wool being better at preventing blisters (avoid cotton socks).

15 www.ocsj.org January “Middle age is the awkward period when Father Timestarts catching up with Mother Nature.”

RESERVATIONS AND DEADLINE Leader:Jay Schoss, [email protected] 609-283-0252 SEE SKI SCHEDULEMeet at Brendan FOR RESERVATIONS.Byrne State Forest Campgrounds MAY 8 APRES SKI PARTY. Details to be posted on website and in Spring Trekker. JUNE 9,10,11 CAPE MAY WEEKEND. Details to be posted on website and in Spring Trekker. March 2020

CHECK THE OCSJ WEBSITE ON YOUR COMPUTER AT (WWW. OCSJ.ORG) FOR LATEST TRIP INFORMATION.

JANUARY1 ANNOUNCING NEW YEARS DAY HIKE: JAN. 1 2017. 6 March 01 Walk to Quaker Bridge with Jay Sunday miles moderate pace. Start the New Year by hiking with OCSJ Sunday This walk will take us to Quaker Bridge and back by a different route. I hope to maintain a brisk 10:00 am on the start of it's 50th year as a club. We will also be partici- 09:00 AM pace along some marked trails and some not marked. In fact part of the route isn’t even a trail. The plannedpating route will in be"AMERICA'S at least 12 miles STATE and possibly PARKS as muchFIRST as DAY14, if I HIKES".am up to it.Our I’m planning a lunchhike stopis in along the theWharton Mullica. SF in our beautiful Pine Barrens. Bring Leader: Jay lunchSchoss and Arrive beverage. early, I leave Meet promptly in field at 9 nextAM. It tois athe long Atsion walk. Recreation. Meet at BatstoArea Villageoffice, off Rt. 206 in Shamong Township. Check Meetup and ocsj.org for changes and cancellations. Leader: Christine Denneler, 609-351-2789 e-mail Walk From Bullock March 02 [email protected]; Bob Burton, 856-767-8064. Monday A 6-8 mile moderate paced walk on the roads, trails and fire-cuts in Greenwood Forest Wildlife 09:00 AM Management Area and Brendan Byrne SF. There are dozens of possibilities suitable to almost all JANUARY 3conditions. I’llMOORESTOWN select a different one WALKS. each time toApprox. keep it interesting. 3 miles. Leader: Moderate Jay Schoss pace. (609) 283 Tuesday 0252 or [email protected] routes at through least a day Moorestown's prior for more info. historic streets. This isn't 7:30 pm Meet at RRan Crossing endurance in Bullock hike or a nature walk. This is a walk on suburban streets and sidewalks to stretch the legs after work on a mid- week night with good company and conversation. Meet at March 03 After workMoorestown Cooper River Library Park - 3.7 entrance. miles @ fastLeader: pace David Bicking, Fun & fast paced hour around Cooper River on the paved path. (3.7 miles in one hour.) Tuesday 609-332-2109, [email protected] 06:15 PM Embark at 6:15pm sharp from Yacht Club parking lot on South Park Drive across from Marina Park Apartments. Bring flashlight, water. Serious rain, t-storms, ice, or unsafe condition cancels. Please JANUARY 4 check the webSW siteAN for SEARCH any updates. HIKE. Moderate pace. 6-8 miles. Join me in Wednesday GPS Parkingmy lot: searchN39.55.449 for theW075.04.027 swan around the reservoirs and bogs. This is 9:30 am Leader: Valeriea great Danzey, area (856) for 495-4350, some terrific [email protected] pictures. We may even spot the Meet at Cooperresident River bald Yacht eagle. Club Dress warm since the winds whip across the open areas. We will meet in the parking area, be on time. Dogs on leash are welcome but must be in the back of the March 03 Moorestowngroup. Walks Meet by David at Historic Bicking Whitesbog Village. Leader: Faye, H Moorestown Walks. approx 3 miles. Moderate pace. Different routes through Moorestown’s Tuesday 609-283-0252, C 912-433-8257 [email protected] 07:30 PM historic streets. This isn’t an endurance hike or a nature walk. This is a walk on suburban streets and sidewalks to stretch the legs after work on a mid-week night with good company and JANUARY4 HADDON LAKE PARK WALK. Join me on a three mile walk conversation. Meet At library entrance. Wednesday Leader: Davidthrough Bicking, Haddon (856) 249 Lake - 0886, Park. [email protected] At a 3 MPH pace. This is a paved 6:30 pm Meet at Moorestownwalking and Library bike path. Lights will be on around the lake only. Option for a 4th mile. Bring flashlight. Take West Kings Hwy. to 13th Ave. In Haddon Heights. Follow 13th Ave. to South Park March 04 Parker PreserveAve. Parking South Gate Lot is on the right across from the Dell. I will post Wednesday 8-10 mile hikeadditional at a moderate Wednesday pace. Bring evening lunch, dress walks for the throughout weather. Check the web month for changes at 10:00 AM before coming to hike. Cell phone reception is sketchy at best!!! Call day before with questions. other locations. Check meetup on Mondays. Bad weather may Leaders Jan 609-404-4990 and Toni 609-903-6775 cancel. Check back before you come out. Meet at Haddon Lake Meet at FranklinPark Leader: Parker PreservePaul Baumhauer Gate , 609-706-3676, [email protected] Friday Nite Fitness Hike March 06 www.ocsj.org 9 Friday Brisk Pace, 8-10 miles. The ongoing, every Friday night, all year ‘round, Friday nite fitness hike, 07:00 PM where we try to work up a sweat exploring the sand roads and trails of Brendan Byrne State Forest. Be prepared to walk at an average of 3.5 mph, with few breaks. Bring water and wear well

16 www.ocsj.org broken in boots, sneakers, or shoes (sneakers are adequate for dry conditions). Socks are also important foot gear; synthetics and wool being better at preventing blisters (avoid cotton socks). Leader:Jay Schoss, [email protected] 609-283-0252 Meet at Brendan Byrne State Forest Campgrounds

March 07 Friendship and Bull’s Branch Saturday FRIENDSHIP AND BULL’S BRANCH. 5 miles, moderate pace. Walk along the old bogs on the 10:00 AM Bull’s Branch of the Tulpehocken Creek, with a short stop at the Blueberry Monument honoring the first commercial blueberry farm. Meet at Friendship. Leader: David Bicking, (856) 249 - 0886, [email protected] Meet at Friendship

March 09 Walk From Bullock Monday A 6-8 mile moderate paced walk on the roads, trails and fire-cuts in Greenwood Forest Wildlife 09:00 AM Management Area. There are dozens of possibilities suitable to almost all conditions. I’ll select a different one each time to keep it interesting. Leader: Jay Schoss (609) 283 0252 or tree2short@ aol.com at least a day prior for more info. Meet at RR Crossing in Bullock

March 10 After work Cooper River Park - 3.7 miles @ fast pace Tuesday Fun & fast paced hour around Cooper River on the paved path. (3.7 miles in one hour.) 06:15 PM Embark at 6:15pm sharp from Yacht Club parking lot on South Park Drive across from Marina Park Apartments. Bring flashlight, water. Serious rain, t-storms, ice, or unsafe condition cancels. Please check the web site for any updates. GPS Parking lot: N39.55.449 W075.04.027 Leader: Valerie Danzey, (856) 495-4350, [email protected] Meet at Cooper River Yacht Club

March 11 WASHINGTON CROSSING STATE PARK (NJ) Hike Wednesday WASHINGTON CROSSING STATE PARK (NJ) Hike. 6-7 miles. Moderate pace through Titusville 10:00 AM and the State Park. Bring lunch. NP. Meet at Wash. Crossing, NJ side, off of Rt. 29 approx. 8 miles north of Trenton. At the Wash. Crossing red light turn left & make an immediate right, before crossing the river, into the parking lot. One potential option, if available, at hike end will be to view a 27 minute movie “Ten Crucial Days”, an historical epic of Washington Crossing the Delaware on 12/25/1776 at the Visitor Center Museum. This option would be at an cost of $1.00 each and will be discussed. Leaders, Joe H (856) 235-8817 Bad weather cancels; check schedule. Meet at Washington Crossing State Park

March 12 MONTHLY CLUB MEETING Thursday CLUB MEETING AT 7:30 pm. Board of Trustees. Activity Committees Leaders. New Cherry Hill 07:30 PM Library, 1100 Kings Hwy. (Rt. 41) North of Route 70 in Cherry Hill. All welcome. Meet at Cherry Hill Library

March 13 Friday Nite Fitness Hike Friday Brisk Pace, 8-10 miles. The ongoing, every Friday night, all year ‘round, Friday nite fitness hike, 07:00 PM where we try to work up a sweat exploring the sand roads and trails of Brendan Byrne State Forest. Be prepared to walk at an average of 3.5 mph, with few breaks. Bring water and wear well broken in boots, sneakers, or shoes (sneakers are adequate for dry conditions). Socks are also important foot gear; synthetics and wool being better at preventing blisters (avoid cotton socks). Leader:Jay Schoss, [email protected] 609-283-0252 Meet at Brendan Byrne State Forest Campgrounds

March 14 Some thing at BTB State Park Saturday 7-8 miles at a moderate pace, not sure yet what I will do!! lunch on the trail, check web site for 10:00 AM 17 www.ocsj.org updates! Leaders Toni 609-903-6775 Jan 609-404-4990

March 15 South Lebanon Serpentine Sunday Join me as I snake my way through the southernmost portion of Brendan Byrne SF, the site of the 09:00 AM Lebanon Glass Works. I plan a brisk walk of 10 miles or so along sand roads and fire cuts. This should probably be considered a fitness walk as few if any stops are planned. Leader: Jay Schoss Meet at Brendan T Byrne State Forest Campground

March 16 Walk From Bullock Monday A 6-8 mile moderate paced walk on the roads, trails and fire-cuts in Greenwood Forest Wildlife 09:00 AM Management Area and Brendan Byrne SF. There are dozens of possibilities suitable to almost all conditions. I’ll select a different one each time to keep it interesting. Leader: Jay Schoss (609) 283 0252 or [email protected] at least a day prior for more info. Meet at RR Crossing in Bullock

March 17 After work Cooper River Park - 3.7 miles @ fast pace Tuesday Fun & fast paced hour around Cooper River on the paved path. (3.7 miles in one hour.) 06:15 PM Embark at 6:15pm sharp from Yacht Club parking lot on South Park Drive across from Marina Park Apartments. Bring flashlight, water. Serious rain, t-storms, ice, or unsafe condition cancels. Please check the web site for any updates. GPS Parking lot: N39.55.449 W075.04.027 Leader: Valerie Danzey, (856) 495-4350, [email protected] Meet at Cooper River Yacht Club

March 18 Hiking and Camping at Bass River State Park Wednesday Come and enjoy a 8 mile hike at a moderate pace and than stay for the night, if you wish. 10:00 AM campsite and lean-too available. Call leader for info on overnight stays. Check web site for any changes before coming to hike/camp Toni 609-903-6775 for hike and camping, Jan 609-404-4990 for hiking info only. Meet at Bass River State Forest

March 18 YELLOW PURPLE GREEN TRAIL HIKE Wednesday YELLOW PURPLE GREEN TRAIL HIKE. 10 miles, moderate 10:00 AM pace (3mph). Meet at Atsion field (rt. 206). Bring lunch. Will hike all or part of trails. Should return about 3 pm. Leaders: Joe Hummel, (856) 235+8817. Bad Weather Cancels; check schedule. Meet at Atsion Ranger Station

March 20 Friday Nite Fitness Hike Friday Brisk Pace, 8-10 miles. The ongoing, every Friday night, all year ‘round, Friday nite fitness hike, 07:00 PM where we try to work up a sweat exploring the sand roads and trails of Brendan Byrne State Forest. Be prepared to walk at an average of 3.5 mph, with few breaks. Bring water and wear well broken in boots, sneakers, or shoes (sneakers are adequate for dry conditions). Socks are also important foot gear; synthetics and wool being better at preventing blisters (avoid cotton socks). Leader:Jay Schoss, [email protected] 609-283-0252 Meet at Brendan Byrne State Forest Campgrounds

March 21 Palmyra Cove Saturday Palmyra Cove approx 4 miles Moderate Pace - A quick walk of the trails at Palmyra Cove. 10:00 AM Leader: David Bicking [email protected] Meet at the visitor’s center 18

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March 23 Walk From Bullock Monday A 6-8 mile moderate paced walk on the roads, trails and fire-cuts in Greenwood Forest Wildlife 09:00 AM Management Area and Brendan Byrne SF. There are dozens of possibilities suitable to almost all conditions. I’ll select a different one each time to keep it interesting. Leader: Jay Schoss (609) 283 0252 or [email protected] at least a day prior for more info. Meet at RR Crossing in Bullock

March 24 After work Cooper River Park - 3.7 miles @ fast pace Tuesday Fun & fast paced hour around Cooper River on the paved path. (3.7 miles in one hour.) 06:15 PM Embark at 6:15pm sharp from Yacht Club parking lot on South Park Drive across from Marina Park Apartments. Bring flashlight, water. Serious rain, t-storms, ice, or unsafe condition cancels. Please check the web site for any updates. GPS Parking lot: N39.55.449 W075.04.027 Leader: Valerie Danzey, (856) 495-4350, [email protected] Meet at Cooper River Yacht Club

March 25 HIKE THE BATSTO TRAILS Wednesday 6 miles moderate pace. We will hike the Batona Trail and the White trail, in the Wharton SF. Meet 10:00 AM at Batsto Village parking off Rt 542. Bring lunch and beverage. Leaders Chris Denneler, 609-351- 2789, email [email protected], Pat Burton, 609-472-8128, email camperpat@hotmail. com. Check Meetup for changes or cancellations Meet at Batsto Village

March 27 Friday Nite Fitness Hike Friday Brisk Pace, 8-10 miles. The ongoing, every Friday night, all year ‘round, Friday nite fitness hike, 07:00 PM where we try to work up a sweat exploring the sand roads and trails of Brendan Byrne State Forest. Be prepared to walk at an average of 3.5 mph, with few breaks. Bring water and wear well broken in boots, sneakers, or shoes (sneakers are adequate for dry conditions). Socks are also important foot gear; synthetics and wool being better at preventing blisters (avoid cotton socks). Leader:Jay Schoss, [email protected] 609-283-0252 Meet at Brendan Byrne State Forest Campgrounds

March 29 SOUTH WISSAHICKON BIRTHDAY HIKE and CAMPFIRE with Rich Kranz Sunday 8 miles. Moderate pace. Come and celebrate the leaders birthday with a hike through the 10:00 AM Wonderful Wissahickon and a campfire afterwards. We will be meeting at the new location mentioned above. Once underway, we’ll detour off the Orange Trail to a seldom used ridge line trail which will drop us in at Tenbox, then venture on to the Hermits Cave and Lovers Leap. Once back at the cars we’ll get a nice fire going and enjoy some snacks before the picnic area closes at 6pm (or until they throw us out). Rugged terrain. Sturdy shoes required. Wimp out is not available on this hike. Bring picnic food, beverage and some munchies for campfire afterwards if you want. No Pets. Inclement weather may cancel. Check Meetup for updates. Leader: Rich Kranz, 856 -316-6292. Meet at Blue Bell Park

March 30 Walk From Bullock Monday A 6-8 mile moderate paced walk on the roads, trails and fire-cuts in Greenwood Forest Wildlife 09:00 AM Management Area and Brendan Byrne SF. There are dozens of possibilities suitable to almost all conditions. I’ll select a different one each time to keep it interesting. Leader: Jay Schoss (609) 283 0252 or [email protected] at least a day prior for more info. Meet at RR Crossing in Bullock

March 31 After work Cooper River Park - 3.7 miles @ fast pace Tuesday Fun & fast paced hour around Cooper River on the paved path. (3.7 miles in one hour.) 6:15PM 19

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