Hikes Are Scheduled for Almost Every Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

Hunterdon Hiking Club C/O Hunterdon County Dept of Parks & Recreation PO Box 2900 Flemington, NJ 08822-2900

Note: this version of the newsletter does not contain hike meeting locations/contact phone #s Non club members should contact Ron Good, 908-797-3922 or Lynn Burtis 908-782-6428 for more information before joining a hike.

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Hunterdon Hiking Club Organized 1980 Affiliate of the Hunterdon County Department of Parks and Recreation

SPRING 2014 NEWSLETTER MARCH - APRIL - MAY HHC Web Page: www.HunterdonHikingClub.org

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE HUNTERDON HIKING CLUB

Who we are! The Hunterdon Hiking Club (HHC) is an affiliated organization of the Hunterdon County Parks System. The purpose of the club is to provide a forum where individuals may join with others for the personal enjoyment of hiking and other outdoor activities.

What do we do? Hikes are scheduled for almost every Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Bicycle rides are scheduled on Tuesdays and Fridays in season and shorter hikes are scheduled for Tuesdays. Canoe/kayak trips and X-country skiing are often scheduled as the weather permits. Weekday trips combining a city walk plus a visit to a museum are occasionally scheduled.

HHC General Membership Meetings HHC meetings are the second Thursday of the month, at the Parks Office: 1020 Highway 31, Lebanon, NJ 08833 www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/parks.htm. The meetings start at 7pm. (No meetings in July, August & December).

Hunterdon Hiking Club Officers June 2013 – May 2014

President: Ron Good 908-797-3922 Indoor Program: June Filipski Secretary: Peg Marsh Treasurer: Bill Groah Website: Sylvia Crush Outdoor Program: Peg G., Lynn N. Pat H., Doris S., Liz W. Membership: Loretta Mizeski [email protected] Gail Jacobsen [email protected] Newsletter: Andy Peterson [email protected] Hospitality: Laurie Hammond, Jan Bailey

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Hunterdon Hiking Club Membership Form

Membership Year: August 1st to July 31st

Please check one: ____New ____Renewal (Please renew annually by July 31)

Please Print:

Name: ______If family membership, please list other family members not included above: ______Address: ______City, State, Zip: ______Telephone: ______Email: ______

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Payment Enclosed: 1. Membership: $______Circle one: single ($15) family ($20) 2. HHC Club Patch: $______# ____ patches @ $3 each 3. Total Enclosed: $ ______(check payable to Hunterdon Hiking Club) 4. Today’s Date: ______

Mail completed form with check payable to Hunterdon Hiking Club to: Loretta Mizeski 130 Philhower Avenue Califon, NJ 07830

New members need to sign the liability waiver (on next page). Please include it with the application and check. Note that the membership year ends July 31. However new members who join after March 1 do not have to renew until July of the following year. Any questions about new memberships contact Gail Jacobsen: [email protected]. Current members contact Loretta Mizeski: [email protected]

For general information about the Hunterdon Hiking Club contact: Lynn Burtis at 908-782-6428, [email protected]

Note: We use emails, sent via Yahoo Group Updates, to send out notices including cancellations and last-minute changes. When you join, you will receive an email with instructions for signing up for our Yahoo Group so you can get these emails.

For Membership Committee use only: ______Recorded ______Liability Waiver received (new members) ______Acknowledged ______Yahoo Group invitation sent (new members)

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HUNTERDON HIKING CLUB MEMBER GUIDELINES AND LIABILITY WAIVER

PURPOSE OF THE CLUB: To provide an opportunity to explore the outdoors by hiking, biking, canoeing, cross country skiing, etc. with others who have similar interests.

GUIDELINES FOR PARTICIPATION: 1. Choose an activity that is appropriate for your level of expertise. If you have questions about the degree of difficulty, please call the activity leader. 2. Bring water, appropriate footwear, personal first aid kit and clothing for possible inclement weather. 3. Arrive at the meeting place 5-10 minutes before the departure time listed. 4. Familiarize yourself with the plan of the day. 5. Do not bring pets on hikes unless otherwise indicated. 6. Do not consume alcoholic beverages during the hike itself. 7. During the activity, stay with the group. Don’t stop, lag behind, or go ahead without the leader’s knowledge. 8. Leave the area as you find it: pack out all trash, do not pick wildflowers, etc. 9. Smokers: Please wait for rest stops and be considerate of others. Make sure your cigarettes are extinguished before continuing the activity. It is preferred that you do not smoke. 10. If reservations are required, call leader by date stated. If a deposit is required, the deposit is your reservation, not the phone call. In most cases, deposits cannot be refunded unless a replacement is found. 11. The activity leader reserves the right to terminate the activity if he/she believes the group or an individual’s health or safety is in jeopardy.

HAZARDS AND RISKS: I understand that during my participation in any Hunterdon Hiking Club activity, I may be exposed to a variety of hazards and risks, foreseen or unforeseen, which may be inherent in each activity and cannot be eliminated without destroying the unique character of the activity. I am personally responsible for all risks associated with travel to/from the starting point of any activity. The leaders of these activities are volunteers, not paid professional guides or leaders.

PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY: 1. No one but myself is responsible for my safety when I choose to challenge my capabilities or personal health conditions. I take responsibility for having appropriate skills and physical conditioning, equipment and supplies for these activities. 2. I also understand that there may not be immediate rescue or medical facilities or expertise necessary to deal with the injuries and damages to which I may be exposed.

LIABILITY WAIVER: I understand and agree that I am voluntarily participating in an activity with the Hunterdon Hiking Club and assume all risks and hazards incidental to such participation. I waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Hunterdon Hiking Club, its officers, volunteers, and other participants for any and all injuries that may be suffered while participating in any of their activities. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Hunterdon Hiking Club and each of its members from any claim for loss or damage or injury to me or any member of my family arising from or in connection with any participation in the program listed. (All adult members in single or family memberships must sign below when they first join.)

Print Name______Signature______Date______

New members only: Please sign and return to the Membership Chair of the Hunterdon Hiking Club. REVISED 11/2010 Hunterdon Hiking Club Spring 2014 Page 4

Indoor Program Schedule

Thursday, March 13, 7:00 PM “Adventures in Egypt and East Africa” presented by Gloria C. Experience Gloria’s adventures horseback riding, kayaking and white water rafting in this area via her presentation of slides and cultural items.

Thursday, April 10, 7:00 PM "Planning and Choosing Hiking Trips" presented by Judy M. Judy has gone on many weeklong hiking trips with friends, both within and outside of the United States. Some of the trips were organized by professional groups (both profit and non-profit), some were organized by the hikers involved. She will talk about the benefits and problems associated with each and what she believes is needed to plan a great hiking trip.

Thursday, May 15, 7:00 PM (Note this is the 3rd Thursday of the Month!) “Explore the World Through the Eye of the Digital Camera” presented by Ellen and Jack Moscowitz

Museum Walks

Leader: Doris S. Occasional trips combining city (or country) walks with a visit to a museum are scheduled. These are full day trips and include a stop for lunch or dinner. Participation is limited. Further information will be sent by the leader via Yahoo Groups Updates approximately two weeks before the scheduled event and you may sign up for the trips after the Yahoo Groups notice.

Saturday March 8 - BROOKLYN MUSEUM HHC's favorite docent, Nancy Holland will guide us through a new museum exhibit "Art and Civil Rights in The Sixties". We will also visit some of the permanent collection, including "The Dinner Party". Walk around Bryant Park: 2-3 miles

Thursday April 10 - NEW YORK CITY, WHITNEY MUSEUM Every two years the entire museum is devoted to a special exhibit -- the Whitney Biennial. This is the last Biennial to be held in this museum building as the museum moves downtown next year. Walk through Manhattan to museum: 5 miles

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Upcoming Events

Monthly Community Theatre - Friday Nights If interested in Friday night monthly community theatre, contact Laurie H. We see a play monthly/ bimonthly at one of 5 local community theaters. We have dinner prior to the show and carpool if needed. All arrangements for tickets and restaurant reservations are made by Laurie and payment for tickets is the night of the show at the box office. A fun evening for all.

AT Backpacking in Connecticut, April 10 - 13, 2014

Appalachian Trail in Connecticut – Thursday to Sunday Four day backpacking trip (23 miles) with Paul. Join us as we start in Connecticut at Rt. 4 where we finished on 10/06/13. Call or E mail leader, Paul U., if planning to attend. Rain dates to be determined.

Shenandoah National Park, VA, May 6 - 10, 2014

Shenandoah, VA Trip – Tuesday to Saturday Save these dates for our trip to Shenandoah National Park, Virginia. Watch Yahoo Group Updates for details on when and how to make reservations. For info: Peggy G. Ron G.

HHC Picnic - Hold this Date - Saturday September 20 for our 34th annual HHC Picnic

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Weekday Outdoor Activities

Tuesday Short Hikes - see page 13 for the Tuesday hike schedule

Wednesday Hikes - see page 14 for the Wednesday hike schedule.

Thursday “C Pace” (Energetic) Hikes - see page 15 for the Thursday hike schedule.

Tuesday Bike Rides Carolyn C. Bike rides spring, summer, and fall of about 12 miles, mostly on bike paths with some stops to enjoy the views. Details on the upcoming ride, including meeting place, will be emailed each Saturday via Yahoo Group Updates.

Friday Short Hikes Pat H. Friday short hikes of approximately three miles will continue until the Friday bike rides begin. Specifics will not be listed in the newsletter but emailed weekly on the Yahoo Group Updates. If you do not have email, telephone Pat to get details weekly.

Friday Bike Rides Pat H. Friday rides in spring, summer, and fall of twelve to twenty miles, followed by lunch. Details are emailed weekly via on the Yahoo Group Updates. If you are not on the Yahoo group you can email Pat or telephone her each week for details.

For all HHC Bike rides, you need:

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Hike Leaders Needed Sign up to Lead a Hike this Summer

The Outdoor Committee is now scheduling activities for Saturdays and Sundays in the 2014 Summer months: June, July and August. New leaders, as well as experienced leaders are welcome. Pick a favorite spot for hiking or other activities. Pick a date. Notify Pat Hennessy [email protected] to have your hike/activity added to the HHC calendar.

Would You Like to Lead a Hike But Not Sure How?

HHC has a team of 6 veteran hikers that are willing to mentor a club member wanting to learn how to lead a hike. This would be typically a two-step process. First, assist in leading one of the Mentor’s hikes. Second, the Mentor would assist you in leading a hike of your choice. Skills in map reading, GPS use and handling emergencies can be addressed. If interested, call one of the Mentors. Lynn E. Pat H.. Bruce M. Geoff N. Tom N. Jackie S.

Weekend Outdoor Activities

OPEN DATES – NO LEADER – Please sign up on Yahoo Group Updates to lead a hike on one of the Open Dates with NO LEADER: Sat. June 7.

NOTE: Changes and cancellations may occur. They will be announced via Yahoo Group Updates. You must join this group to receive email notices. Please check your email prior to hikes or call the leader if the weather may be bad.

Saturday, March 1 Palisades Interstate Park 6 miles Class: 3B Gail J. Hike on the beautiful wooded Palisades overlooking the Hudson River with views of Yonkers and Upper Manhattan. There are a few historical points of interest along the way and several nice overlooks. Bring your lunch. After the hike, there is a snack bar in the park where you can purchase soft drinks and snacks.

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Sunday, March 2 Califon Firehouse Breakfast/Road Hike 4+ miles Class: 2B 9:30 AM Loretta M. Walk a short distance from Califon Island Park to the Firehouse for an all-you-can-eat-breakfast ($7/$6 seniors) then walk it off on a scenic loop out of town with one short steep hill and beautiful view of the valley. If you want to do only the walk, meet outside the Firehouse at 10:30. Rain cancels. Sneakers are fine. Directions: Rt. 513 to Main St., Califon (Rt. 512). Bear left after bridge, go one block (Firehouse ahead on right), turn left onto Bank St. Califon Island Park is one-quarter mile ahead on the left.

Saturday, March 8 - New York Museum Walk … see page 5 for details.

Sunday, March 9 Whittemore Wildlife Sanctuary, Oldwick apx. 3 miles Class: 2B Tom and Liz W. We will loop around the Sanctuary, up and down, back and forth. Walk along a pretty section of the Rockaway Creek. The trails cross mainly wooded areas with wetlands, ravines and some hilly terrain. Current conditions, including potential ice and mud, will determine the exact route chosen. At least two stream crossings where hiking poles may prove useful.

Saturday, March 15 Mountain Lake 4 1/2 miles Class: 2B Lynn N Mountain Lake, about 30 minutes north of Spruce Run at the end of Rte. 31, is part of Jenny Jump but different from tomorrow’s hike. Enjoy the Ides of March hiking.

Sunday, March 16 Jenny Jump State Park 6 miles Class: 3C Mark H. We’ll start from the Ghost Lake trail head and hike along the Summit and Spring trails. Bring lunch.

Saturday, March 22 Sourland Mountain Preserve 4 1/2 – 5 miles Class: 2B Ann C. Pretty wooded hike and a little rocky. Initial climb of about 400 feet. Wear hiking boots. Call leader if weather doubtful. Lunch TBD. Description available at: www.njhiking.com/nj-hikes-sourland/

Sunday, March 23 Allamuchy State Park 5 miles Class: 2B Geoff N. An ascent into the park, then a loop, then down again. Lunch after TBD. Heavy rain cancels.

Saturday, March 29 Weiss Ecology Center (Norvin Green SF) 7 1/2 miles Class: 3C Rich C We’ll follow the Hewitt-Butler trail and pick up the Otter Hole Trail for a loop. Several climbs, good views of the Wanaque reservoir. Bring a lunch. Rain cancels.

Sunday, March 30 Horseshoe Bend Hike 4 miles Class: 2B Joan S. Classical hike through fields and woods, a gentle hill or two and two stream crossings. Lunch option TBD.

Saturday, April 5 Baldpate Mountain 4-5 miles Class: 3B Lynn E. Walk on the equestrian trail through Washington Crossing Park, across Church St. to Baldpate Mountain. Trail in Baldpate is sometimes steep and rocky in places. These trails are not those accessed from the main Baldpate parking lots and are a little less used than the main trails; a different view of Baldpate. Lunch afterward TBD. Hunterdon Hiking Club Spring 2014 Page 9

Sunday, April 6 Natirar Walk 2 1/2 miles Class: 1A Rose-Mary M. We will walk the two fairly flat and wide trails in this pretty Somerset County Park, which lies partially along the Raritan River. If there is interest after the hike in walking a bit more, we can drive into town, park at the train station, and walk to a store, (probably Cocoluxe) for a snack and/or lunch.

Thursday - Sunday, April 10 -13 Appalachian Trail in CT 22.3 miles Class 3C Paul U. Four day backpacking trip with Paul. Join us as we start in Connecticut at Rt. 4 where we finished on 10/06/13. Call or E mail leader if planning to attend. Rain dates to be determined.

Saturday, April 12 Tohickon High Rocks 5-6 miles Class: 2C Judy M Hills, great views of the high rocks. Bring your lunch. We will eat by the Tohickon Creek. Heavy rain cancels. Call leader if weather is questionable. Directions: from Frenchtown, take the bridge to PA, turn left onto River Road (Rte. 32). After about 7 miles, just after Point Pleasant Baptist Church, turn sharp right onto Cafferty Road. Park entrance is on the left in approx. 1.4 miles. Park as close to Cafferty Road as possible.

Sunday, April 13 Cushetunk Mountain to Round Valley 5 miles Class: 3C Jackie S. Up and over the ridge to the water’s edge, then back up and over. Bring lunch.

Saturday, April 19 Frenchtown Preserve 4 miles Class: 2B Sylvia C. Climb the hills from the tow path to a panorama of the Delaware Valley. We’ll see the rocky shelves and view a cave mouth along the creek from the trail. Lunch after in Frenchtown if there is interest.

Sunday, April 20 (Easter Sunday) Duke Farms 5 miles Class 2B Pete B 10:00 AM Meet: TBD Details will be sent out via Yahoo Group Updates in early April.

Saturday, April 26 The Cannonball Trail, Pompton Lakes 6-7 miles Class: 3C Bob and Susan S. Ever wonder where that trail bridge over Rte. 287 (near Ringwood) goes? Now you can find out and hike right over the highway. (We’ll wave at the truckers!) Great vistas and lunch by lovely Lake Ramapo. Wear sturdy shoes/boots. Bring lunch and plenty of water. Rain cancels.

Sunday, April 27 Walpack Maintenance 4 miles Class: 2B 9:00 AM Meet: Hampton A&P parking lot, Rte. 31, opposite McDonalds Peg G. Bring loppers, hand saws and work gloves. Bring snacks. Possible lunch at Walpack Inn. Heavy rain cancels.

Saturday, May 3 Holcombe-Jimison loop towards Bulls Island and back Bike Ride 12 miles Class: Flat, along towpath Marianne Trautman Bring water/beverage and snack, helmet required. Rain cancels. Call leader if weather questionable.

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Tuesday, May 6 to Saturday May 10 - Shenandoah National Park - See Page 6 for details.

Saturday, May 10 Lambertville-Stockton Canal Loop 6+ miles Class: 1B-C Peter B. Hike along the NJ and PA canals with water views and springtime flowers at their height. Potential snack/lunch stop at the Stockton Farmers Market. Rain cancels.

Sunday, May 11 Art Deco on Central Park West, NYC 5 miles Class: 1C Marianne V. We will mostly walk up the west side of Central Park noting the apartments containing Art Deco features, including the building at 55 Central Park West known as the Ghostbusters Building. Bring water and lunch to eat in Central Park.

Saturday, May 17 Brooklyn Bridge Hike 5+ miles Class: 1A Teri M. Gail J. Rita K. From Port Authority Bus Terminal, we will subway to Brooklyn Bridge where our docent will give us a 2- hour tour over the bridge to Brooklyn / Down Under Manhattan Bridge Overpass (“DUMBO”) for lunch, then we will reverse the trip back to Port Authority. Bring snacks as lunch will be at 2:00 PM. The $10 cost, including the docent, is non-refundable. Hike will be limited to the first 20 who sign up. Further info regarding signup will be sent via Yahoo Group Updates approximately two weeks before the hike.

Sunday, May 18 Schiff Nature Preserve 5 miles Class: 2C Mark H We'll hike along the meadows and streams of the preserve. Bring lunch. Here is a map http://www.schiffnaturepreserve.org/pdf/preserveMap_2012.pdf

Saturday, May 24 Voorhees State Park 4 1/2 miles Class: 2B Sylvia C. We’ll enjoy a lovely wooded path hike over a stream and up the hill to the lookout over Spruce Run.

Sunday, May 25 – Ringoes – Neshanic Bike Ride 20-25 miles Class: 3B Lynn Ebeling Ride from Ringoes on roads in East Amwell, Montgomery, to Neshanic and return to Ringoes.

Saturday, May 31 Point Mountain, South lot 5 miles Class: 3B Ron G. Hike will start at Mountain Top Road parking lot, through grassy fields into woods, rocky areas. Steep incline to overlook; along ridge and back to start! (Game Over). Heavy rain cancels. Call leader if weather looks doubtful.

Sunday, June 1 Morris Arboretum and Tour Chestnut Hill 5 miles Class: 1A Yolanda E. Visit 92-acre Morris Arboretum, Victorian landscape garden with hundreds of Philly’s oldest, largest trees. Lunch, then tour lovely Chestnut Hill area with guide from Chestnut Hill Historical Society. Contact leader by May 12th so group discount can be arranged ($10) at the Arboretum. Walk tour is additional $10.

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Sunday, June 8 Sourland loop to Highfields and back 4-5 miles Class: 3B Lynn Ebeling [email protected] Meet a parking lot, shuttle to trailhead on Rileyville Rd. Hike will take us through the woods to Highfields and return by a different route to the original parking lot. We will then need to pick up the cars used in the shuttle. Lunch afterward TBD.

Tuesday Short Hikes. Spring Schedule for 2014

Class: 1B – 3B. Leader: See individual hikes. Meeting times: 9-30am. Leaders: Sylvia C.. Lynn E. Gail J. Mary L Rose Mary M Geoff N Doris S Note: If bad weather, check your e-mail for Yahoo Group Updates or call leader to see if the hike is on.

Mar 4th. Musconetcong Gorge (Short loop) April 22nd. Fiddlers Creek Preserve.

Class: 1B. Miles: 3. Leader: Geoff Nicklen. Class: 2B. Miles: 3. Leader: Lynn Ebling. Lunch: Little York Inn. Lunch: It’s Nutts. Mar 11th. Wickeochoke Preserve. April 29th. Honeyhollow Nature Center. PA. . Class: 1B. Miles: 4. Leader: Doris Spencer. Class: 1B. Miles: 3. Leader: Doris Spencer. Lunch: Maria Rosas. Lunch: Eagle Diner. New Hope. Mar 18th. A Portion of the Sourland Preserve. May 6th. Marble Hill – Highlands trail.

Class: 2B. Miles: 3. Leader: Lynn Ebling. Class: 1B. Miles: 3. Leader: Gail Jacobsen. Lunch: TBD. Lunch: TBD. Mar 25th. Flemington Town & Country History#2 May 13th. Pleasant Run-Lazybrook-Readington

Class: 1B. Miles: 3.5. Leader: Sylvia Crush Class: 2B. Miles: 3. Leader: Sylvia Crush-Stanton. Stanton, Lunch: TBD. Lunch: Grill Shack. April 1st. Easton History walk. May 20th. Roaring Rocks. Washington. NJ

Class 1B. Miles: 3. Leader: Gail Jacobsen. Class: 1B. Miles: 3. Leader: Geoff Nicklen. Lunch: TBD. Lunch: Washington Diner. April 8th. Voorhees State Park. May 27th. Minquin Woods.

Class: 1B. Miles: 3. Leader: Mary Lewis. Class: 1B Miles: 3. Leader: Mary Lewis Lunch: Riley and Jakes. Lunch: Hampton Junction. April 15th. S. Branch Raritan River Trail. June 3rd. Round Mtn and Farm loops.

Class: 1B. Miles: 3.5. Leader: RoseMary Mangano. Class: 2B. Miles: 4.5 Leader: RoseMary Mangano. Lunch: Dockside Market and Grill. Lunch: Stanton Country Store and Pizza.

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Wednesday Hikes Spring Schedule 2014

Class: 1B – 4B Leaders: See individual hikes Meeting times: 9:30 a.m.

Leaders: Linda B. Linda DeN. Yolanda E.. Maria K.Geoff N. Teri M.Tom N. Note: If bad weather, check your e-mail for Yahoo Group Updates or call leader to see if the hike is on.

Mar 5th. Voorhees State Park. April 23rd. Merrill Creek.

Class: 2B. Miles: 5. Leader: Linda DeN. Class: 2B. Miles: 6. Leader: Teri M. Lunch: Casa Maya. Highbridge. Lunch: Warrenside Tavern. Mar 12th. Towpath PA/Cutaloosa. April 30th. Musconetcong Gorge.

Class: 2B. Miles: 5. Leader: Yolanda E. Class: 2B Miles: 5 Leader: Linda DeN. Lunch: Lumberville General Store. Lunch: Little York Inn. Mar 19th. Washington Crossing. May 7th. Zega-Lockatong Preserve. (Mimis trail)

Class: 1B. Miles: 5. Leader: Linda B. Class: 2B. Miles: 5. Leader: Maria K. Lunch: Its Nutts. Lunch: TBD. Mar 26th. Jenny Jump State Forest. May 14th. Nockamixon Resevoir. South side Nr dam

Class: 2B. Miles: 5. Leader: Yolanda E. Class: 2B. Miles: 4.8. Leader: Teri Moorehead. Lunch: TBD. Lunch: Tochichon Tavern or Bridgeton Hill Store. April 2nd. Tyler State Park. PA. May 21st. Culver Lake. Optional overnight in Milford PA Hike by Dingmans Ferry Thurs 22nd Class: 2B. Miles: 4. Leader: Geoff N. Class: 2B. Miles: 5 & 5. Leader: Geoff N. Lunch: Pineville Tavern. Lunch: Pack your lunch(s) Optional overnight Myers Motel $ 76/ double. Call me to reserve May 1st latest. April 9th.Bamboo Brook to Kay Env Center May 28th. Allamuchy SP. Class: 2B. Miles: 5. Leader: Tom N.. Class: 2B. Miles: 5. Leader: Tom N Lunch: TBD. Lunch: Marleys Tavern. Hackettstown.

April 16th. Bowmans Hill Nature Center. June 4th. Dry Run & Rockhopper trail. Class: 2A. Miles: 3. Leader: Maria K. Class: 2B. Miles: 5. Leader: Linda B. Lunch: Bowmans Hill Tavern. Lunch: Nicolas Pizza.

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Thursday “C Pace” (Energetic) Hikes – Spring 2014 Class: 1C – 3C Meeting times: promptly at 9:30 AM. Always bring a packed lunch to eat on the trail. Note: In case of bad weather call leader to make sure hike is on, or check Yahoo Group Updates. Leaders: Ron G.; Mark H. ; Jackie S., C; Bill W.

March 6 Horseshoe Bend and Frenchtown April 24 Point Mountain, from South lot preserves Class: 2C 6 miles Class: 2C 6 miles Leader: Ron G. Leader: Jackie S.

March 13 Water Gap AT Shuttle (Kaiser Rd. May 1 Bearfort Ridge & Greenwood Lake to Garvey Springs Trails) Class: 3C 8 miles Class: 3C 6 miles Leader: Mark H Leader: Bill W.

March 20 Ridge and Valley Trail near May 8 Tourne Mountain, Osio Rock, etc. Blairstown (shuttle hike) Class: 3C 6 miles Class: 2C 6 miles Leader: Jackie S. Leader: Jackie S.

March 27 Musconetcong County Park May 15 Crater Lake (above Blue Mountain Lakes) Class: 3C 5.5 miles Leader: Ron G. Class: 3C 7 miles Leader: Bill W.

April 3 Ramapo Lake and Castle Ruins May 22 See Wednesday Hike Schedule for details on overnight hiking trip to PA Class: 3C 6.5 miles Leader: Mark H.

April 10 Museum Hike with Doris S.--see info May 29 Wyanokie Crest Trail elsewhere in newsletter Class: 4C 6.5 miles Leader: Mark H. . . April 17 Franklin Parker Preserve in the Pine Barrens – Red Trail Class: 2C 6 miles Leader: Bill W.

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Hiking Classifications Hiking Guidelines

Hikes are rated based on type of terrain • Questions about a hike should be and walking pace. It is important that directed to the hike leader prior to day you select physical activities based on of the hike. your personal abilities. • Hiking boots are required for all hikes Terrain Classifications: other than those classified as 1A . Class 1: easy, mostly flat Sneakers may be appropriate for a Class 1A hike. Check with hike leader. Class 2: intermediate, rolling hills, some stone or rocks on trail • Many find that hiking sticks increase Class 3: more difficult, steep ups and stability on steep and/or rocky trails. downs, trail rocky but stable Consider bringing one! Class 4: most difficult, very steep ups • Remember to contribute towards gas and downs, unstable footing, when you are a passenger in a hand holds may be necessary carpool. Pace Classifications: • What to Bring on a Hike: Class A: leisure pace, accommodates ~ adequate drinking water, especially the leisure hiker during hot weather. Class B: amble, unhurried, with ~ your own snacks, as needed. If lunch frequent stops is planned following the hike, it may be Class C: moderate, energetic to cover later than a normal lunch time meal. proposed distance ~ your own basic first-aid kit. Leaders Class D: brisk, capable of walking at a are not trained in first aid and are not quick pace for prolonged expected to provide first-aid supplies. periods ~ weather-appropriate clothing items to layer as conditions change.

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A Selection of Directions from Flemington to HHC Hike Starting Points

Bulls Island State Park High Bridge Municipal Lot • Route 202 South to Lambertville exit (last exit in • Route 31 North, Right onto Route 513 towards NJ, just before toll bridge) High Bridge • Left at end of exit ramp; Right at stop sign onto • Right just before train station onto Route 513 and Route 29 North; continue through Stockton continue under the overpass • Left onto Route 29 North after passing Prallsville • Left onto Main Street; continue a few blocks Mill; continue three miles to Bulls Island on the almost to end, then Left into parking lot just left before Route 513 turns right • Park in first parking on the right Alternate Route 1: Holcombe-Jimson Farm, Lambertville, NJ • Route 12 West to Frenchtown • Route 202 South to Lambertville exit (last exit in • Left at blinking light, then first Left onto Route 29 NJ). South; continue nine miles to Bulls Island on the • Left at stop sign at bottom of ramp, right at the right stop sign onto Route 29 North Alternate Route 2: • Immediate left into Holcombe-Jimson Farmstead. • Route 523 to Stockton; Right onto Route 29 • Follow entrance road to the end and park on left North; follow directions above from Stockton just before towpath.

Clinton Commuter Lot, Clinton, NJ Morales Park, Flemington • Route 31 North to intersection with Route 78 • Route 202 to Flemington circle; follow signs for • Take the first right, the first right again, and left at Route 12 West. the first traffic signal. • Pass another circle (Hess station), continue on • Parking lot is on the right, across from Route 12 past third circle (Dvoor Farm) McDonald’s • Right onto Old Croton Road; Right at Capner From Route 78 East: exit 16, right at first light Street; parking lot is on the right. From Route 78 West: exit 17 onto Route 31 North Pennington Market Clinton Wal-Mart from Route 78 West • Route 202/31 South six miles; Route 31 South • Exit 15: Left onto Route 513 South to second eight miles to Delaware Avenue, Pennington traffic light • Park at south end of lot, away from buildings • Turn Left, go up hill, Right at stop sign into parking lot; park in area farthest from the stores Prallsville Mill, Stockton, NJ • Route 523 South to Stockton. Deerpath Park • Right on Route 29. From Flemington: • Go 1/2 mile to Mill on left. • Route 31 North, Right onto West Woodschurch Road; continue 0.7 mile to park entrance on right Spruce Run (follow YMCA and Deerpath signs) • Route 31 North past Clinton and High Bridge. • Continue past YMCA and soccer fields to main • LEFT at Van Syckles Road traffic light (Toyota parking lot at end of driveway near rest rooms dealer) From Clinton: • Park in the first lot on the left by the water. • Route 31 South 6.5 miles from I-78 to West Woodschurch Road jug handle Taco Bell, Flemington • Cross over Route 31 and follow directions above Route 202, one-fifth mile south of Flemington Circle (Shop-Rite, Marshalls, Dollar Tree) Frenchtown by Delaware River Bridge • Route 12 West to traffic light in Frenchtown • Turn Left and follow road around to the right • Parking lot is on Left just before bridge, after Bridge Street Café

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