Sept.-Dec. 2006 Hikers:
New Jersey is going through the process of revising its State Trails Plan, which means that it is time for all of us to help make sure that the hiking trails are not given short shrift in this process. Ten years ago, during the public part of the process to approve the current version it was noted that relatively few from the hiking community participated while a large number of other user groups (some friendly and some not) made their voices heard very clearly. Hikers need to reverse those results this time. There are a number of issues on which the hiking community needs to be heard. • The deteriorating recreational experience and environ- mental damage caused by motorized Off-Road-Vehicles (ORVs). • The need to retain single-use trail systems to avoid user conflicts and encourage variety rather than a one-size-fits-all trail system. • Better access including parking and road signage trail head locations. • Greater connectivity between state and regional trail sys- tems and community trails/open space. • The maintenance of the growing trail system and stew- ardship of surrounding conservation lands.
There are things which you can do to help them hear our voice: First, complete the survey found at their site: http:// www.njtrailsplan.org/. Since tourism is a major justification for creating a great trail system, hearing from those outside New Jer- sey is very important. Non-residents of New Jersey are welcome to complete the survey. Second, attend one of the "Open Houses" where “the public is invited to learn about the Trails Plan and share perspectives on trail issues and the future of trails in NJ". Several of these were held in September. Stay tuned for more information on this proc- ess as it moves forward. Larry Wheelock, Trials Director New York-New Jersey Trail Confer- ence ADK-North Jersey Chapter www.hikeleader.com
page 1
~Chapter Officers and Committee Chairs~
Chapter Chair: ....Christopher Tausch 201-819-3034 ...... [email protected] Secretary: ...... Betty Heald 201-967-2937 ...... [email protected] Treasurer: ...... Marcia Greenwald 201-797-7541 ...... [email protected] Director: ...... Marilyn Adair 201-327-5822 ...... [email protected] Membership: ...... Phyllis Key 201-768-5573 ...... [email protected] Activities: ...... Karen Rose 201-825-8166 ...... [email protected] Newsletter Editor ...... Lilo Kassel 845-353-0573 ...... [email protected] Education: ...... Donna Ellis 973-764-2537 ...... [email protected] Conservation: ...... Brenda Holzinger 973-303-3538 ...... [email protected] NYNJTC Delegate: ...... Phyllis Stewart 201-327-6319 ...... [email protected] Special Outings: ...... Jeff Sovelove 973-644-4834 ...... [email protected] Publicity: ...... Phyllis Stewart 201-327-6319 ...... [email protected] XCountry Skiing: ...... Ed Fanslau 201-652-1496 Hiking w/ Children: Deanna Felicetta 845-216-2021 ...... [email protected] Webmaster...... Rob Lehmann ...... [email protected]
Adirondack Mountain Club—North Jersey Chapter 385 N. Franklin Turnpike, Box 7, Ramsey, NJ 07446 For Additional Information, contact: (888) 856-7030 • www.hikeleader.com Trail Talk is published four times per year, in January, April, July and October. The deadline for submissions is generally one month prior to publication date.
page 2
Mark Your Calendars! Fall Weekend 2006 October 6, 7, 8, 2006
Yes, we are actually going to the Adirondacks this year! Roaring Brook Ranch - Lake George, NY Route 9N South, Lake George, NY 12845 http://www.roaringbrookranch.com/default.asp Single Occupancy $285.12 per person; Double $207.42 per person Triple $196.32 per person; Quad. $187.44 per person
Price Includes: Lodging Friday & Saturday night. Breakfast on Saturday & Sunday, Saturday’s trail lunch. Dinner Friday and a gourmet dinner and Cocktail hour (cash bar) on Saturday. ALL taxes and gratuities. We will schedule hikes for all levels and activities for non-hikers on Saturday and Sunday. You can join us for the Annual Kick-off weekend hike on Friday or din- ner on Friday at the Roaring Brook Ranch. Day-hikers are wel- come!! A credit card will be required to hold your room. You will be fully refunded if the cancellation is received 30 days prior to your arrival date. Any cancellations less than 30 days prior will be charged the full room rate. To make your reservation call (800) 882-7665. Be sure to mention you are with the ADK-North Jersey. Please order your Saturday trail lunch when you make your reser- vation. Questions email: Jeff Sovelove at [email protected]. Check our website for any additional information and updates: hikeleader.com/fallweekend..
Sign up for ADK-North Jersey's E-Trail Talk!
Over 260 members have already signed up for "E-Trail Talk", our email notification system. You will be advised immediately whenever: • A hike is cancelled or changed. • A key environmental or conservation issue comes up. • Announcements are made of upcoming ADK-NJ meetings and events. Just go to www.hikeleader.com and look for “Join our mailing list" at the bottom. You will receive an email asking you to confirm your desire to join the email list. You can "opt out" of the list at any time. If you have any questions, send an email to our Webmaster, Rob Lehmann at [email protected].
page 3
Notes From the Trailhead:
Our chapter is made up of a great group of volunteers. Phyllis Key makes sure that our chapter continues to grow… Karen Rose makes sure that our hike leaders lead hikes… Betty Heald makes sure that our chapter is organized… Lilo Kassel makes sure that our newsletter always looks great… Marcia Greenwald makes sure that our bills are paid… Marilyn Adair makes sure that our voice is heard in Lake George… Rob Lehmann makes sure that we have a presence on the internet… Ed Fanslau makes sure that we have cross country ski trips every winter… Phyllis Stewart makes sure that we participate in the NY/NJ Train Conference… Countless members lead hikes every week… Now it’s your turn! If you’ve never been on one of our hikes, join us on the trails… If you regularly go on hikes, volunteer to lead a hike… If you lead hikes, why don’t you join us at a meet- ing… If you have the time, why don’t you volunteer to chair one of our committees? We’d love to have you join us. Look for our “Help Wanted” section later in this newsletter for a list of ways you can help...... Christopher Tausch
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS William & Grace Hallahan – Paramus NJ Laura Burnham – Mahwah NJ Tom Murray – Princeton NJ Michelle & Michael Kellers – West Trenton NJ James Elder – Nutley NJ William & Carol Debiec – Sussex NJ Paula Francisco – Ocean NJ David Madden – Oberusel, Germany Harold Petzold – Hewitt NJ Connie Lee – Ridgewood NJ Stacy and Richard Worthington – Emerson NJ Sandra and John Obenchain – Piscataway NJ Julie and Adam Maurer – Chatham NJ
NORTH JERSEY CHAPTER ADK LOGO PATCHES AND CAPS Caps are $12.00; patches are $2.00. Mail a check for item(s) ordered to: Phyllis Key, 401 D’Ercole Ct. #227 Norwood, NJ 07648. (payable to ADK-NJ).
page 4
Bergen County Clean Fuels Symposium--June 27, 2006 by Brenda Holzinger, Conservation Chair The Bergen County Department of Planning and Economic Develop- ment hosted an exciting Clean Fuels Symposium in June 2006 that brought together experts from the public and private sectors, as well as a participating audience of about 100. Attendees included Mayors, Administrators, Managers, Public Works Departments, Environmental Commissions, Chambers of Commerce, and other municipal and county offices. Members of the business community also attended to learn about new options for flexible fuel fleet operations. Finally, there was also a group of conservation activists in attendance (including me as the local ADK representative). Each member of the audience was asked to introduce themselves to the group, and a few activists re- ceived standing ovations for their important contributions to environ- mental protection in New Jersey. It was a pleasure to see all the hard work of some amazing individuals appreciated and admired by the au- dience. The symposium speakers included representatives from GM, Honda, Bell Power Systems, PSE&G, Medford Township Board of Edu- cation, Odyne Corporation, Clean Fuel Consulting, and Air & Gas Technology. Every speaker had an interesting story to share about how clean fuel technology can be used to help conserve the environ- ment and at the same time save the taxpayers money. The symposium provided a great forum for experts in the field to share their experi- ences and open a dialogue on how to begin introducing alternative fuel technology into all municipal vehicle fleets. You can view the agenda and speaker information on the Bergen County Planning website (http://www.co.bergen.nj.us/planning/events/clean_fuels/ clean_fuels.htm). It is clear that America’s energy future lies in a combination of alterna- tive fuel approaches. We will need to harness many available technolo- gies including rechargeable electric, bioethanol and biodiesel, and look to all levels of government for resources. Now municipalities are the vanguard of the alternative fuel move- ment primarily because they are charged with seemingly incompatible tasks—providing increasing services with decreasing money while at the same time conserving the environment. Their search for a solution has led many municipalities into the world of alternative fuels. Sym- posium speakers related many success stories about municipalities obtaining federal grant money available for alternative fuel programs. As citizens and conservation advocates, we can help municipalities by letting our state and federal legislators know that we not only support alternative fuel programs, but want to see more resources invested in research and local applications. Also, more meaningful tax incentives at the federal and state level could stimulate a lot more interest in clean fuel technologies and alternatively fueled vehicles. Thanks to Bergen County for a providing a great symposium and much needed inspiration! Please feel free to email me with any questions, thoughts or sug- gestions. page 5
Talking Trash: Waste and Recycling in New Jersey Brenda Holzinger, Conservation Chair
According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the average American generates about 4½ pounds of waste per day. Although much of the 4½ pounds is recyclable, only about 1 pound actually gets recycled, while the remaining 3½ pounds are discarded. As a result, solid waste generation in the United States has nearly tripled since 1960, and Americans cur- rently produce in excess of 230 million tons of trash every year (http://www.solidwastedistrict.com/information/uswaste.html). Recycling in New Jersey is regulated by a mix of national, state, county and municipal laws. The Bureau of Recycling and Planning, within the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), leads the state recycling effort by implementing the New Jer- sey Statewide Mandatory Source Separation and Recycling Act (MRA). The MRA became part of the New Jersey Solid Waste Man- agement Plan (SWMP) in 1987. The SWMP has provided the frame- work for the collection, transportation and disposal of solid waste in New Jersey since it took effect on May 6, 1970 (N.J. Stat. § 13:1E-1, et. seq.) Under the SWMP, each county in the state must develop and implement a comprehensive solid waste management plan that meets the needs of every municipality within its jurisdic- tion (N.J. Stat. § 13:1E-2). This authority allows counties to deter- mine which materials must be recycled by residential and commer- cial entities within their boundaries (Please see http:// www.state.nj.us/dep/dshw/recycling/county_recy_list.htm for county specific information). The mission of the Bureau of Recycling and Planning is to recycle at least 65% of waste overall, but specifically, to recycle 50% of NJ’s municipal solid waste (MSW) stream. The data for 2003, which is the most recent provided by the DEP, shows that the overall recycling rate for the state was 51.8%, but the MSW rate was only 32%. In fact, 1995 actually marked the highest rate for MSW recycling when it hit 45%. New Jersey is in line with the na- tional average, which according to the EPA, was 30% for MSW recy- cling in 2003 (http://www.epa.gov/epaoswer/non-hw/muncpl/ pubs/msw05rpt.pdf). Cumberland county had the highest MSW and overall recycling rates in the state at 44.7% and 65% respec- tively. Gloucester (42.5%), Bergen (42.1%), Cape May (40.8%) and Burlington (40.6%) round out the top 5 for MSW recycling in New Jersey in 2003. Hudson county ranked 21 out of 21 counties with a statewide low MSW rate of only 16.9%, while Hunterdon county ranked lowest for overall recycling with a rate of 31.9%. (Please see http://www.state.nj.us/dep/dshw/recycle/03munrts.pdf for more details)
page 6
Managing solid waste is a crucial public policy challenge for New Jersey because it is the nation’s most densely populated state with about 8.4 million residents. Predictions put the waste genera- tion level at 33 million tons in 2015 if the state continues forward without further reducing the waste stream and increasing levels of recycling and reuse. That’s less than 10 years! In order to meet this challenge, New Jersey is currently revising, updating and re- adopting the Statewide Solid Waste Management Plan (SSWMP), which was last reviewed in 1993. A working draft of the new plan was released in December 2005 and is available at http:// www.state.nj.us/dep/dshw/recycle/swmp/pdf/forward06.pdf. Take a look! Once readopted, the new SSWMP will require all 21 New Jersey counties to revise and readopt their own county solid waste management plans to meet their state mandated recycling goals. In combination, the state and county governments must fig- ure out why recycling in New Jersey has decreased over the last 10 years from its high point in 1995 (60% overall, 45% MSW), and how to reverse the trend. The SSWMP makes numerous suggestions requiring legislative action to assist in reinvigorating New Jersey’s recycling efforts. While the various government entities adopt new plans, we can take action now by rededicating ourselves to recycling, reuse and conservation. A good resource for local recycling is www.earth911.org, which is a comprehensive website with informa- tion about recycling centers for all kinds of materials, green shop- ping, composting, energy/resource conservation, household haz- ardous waste, and environmental education. In our roles as citi- zen-consumers, we should educate ourselves about available prod- ucts and choose to purchase those that contain recycled ingredi- ents (For a list of recycled products available in New Jersey, please see http://www.state.nj.us/dep/dshw/recyclenj/). Please visit the ADK-NJ conservation webpage (www.hikeleader.com/conservation) for the full version of this arti- cle and suggested readings and lots of other links.
Help! We can use your special skills. An EDUCATION CHAIR is needed, and a volunteer to mail out Hike Liability Forms. Call Christopher Tausch (201-819-3034) or Betty Heald (201-967-2937) for more information.
page 7
Save the Date
10th Annual Harvest Moon Madness Bid on more than 160 items Outdoor Equipment and Apparel Adirondack Art and Specialty Items, Weekend Getaway Packages Adirondack Inspired Gift Baskets with Eclectic Specialty Items Featured work by ADK Member Artists and Artisans Saturday, November 4, 2006 Cocktails and Bidding 5:30 p.m. Hall of Springs, Saratoga Springs, NY Cocktail Reception Buffet Dinner Wine Tasting Sponsored by Brown—Forman Wine Company Beer Tasting Sponsored by Cooperstown Brewing Company More information on page 14 of this schedule
On Dec. 7th, a big celebration of Ramapo ADK 's THIRTY - FIFTH ANNIVERSARY will be held in combination with our holi- day party. We are planning a 7PM dinner at La Terrazza, 291 South Main Street, New City, NY. A three course dinner including coffee/tea and soft drinks will be $28.00 per person. A cash bar will be available. Some members (including myself) have tested the menu by eating there, so it is guaranteed that the six entree choices will be delicious. Neil Woodworth will be there to present White Birch Awards. It will be a festive evening with old friends and new, so place it in your social schedule. Reservations may be made before December 1st by calling or e-mailing me and then sending a check for $28.00. Suzan Gordon, Programs Chair 201-871-3531 [email protected]
ADK WINTER MOUNTAINEERING SCHOOL
Want to learn new winter skills? Looking to expand your winter fun? ADK Winter Mountaineering School, now based out of the ADK Loj, has been helping hikers expand their winter fun for over 50 snow and ice filled years. Come join the fun! Weekend Day Hiking Section: January 5-8, Cost: $295.00 Weekend Backpacking Section: January 5-8, Cost: $250.00 Combo Section (Day Hikes/3 night backpack): January 5- 11, Cost: $350.00 For more information: www.winterschool.org or 518-523-3441
page 8
HIKER’S GUIDE
New hikers and non-members must contact the leader in ad- vance. All hikes are rated. Choose only those hikes suitable to your abilities. Dress properly, especially footwear. THE LEADER HAS THE OPTION OF REFUSING ILL-PREPARED PERSONS. Minors under 16 are welcome when accompanied by a parent or guardian on day hikes. No person under 18 shall participate in overnight outings unless accompanied by a parent or adult sponsor over 21. Non-members are wel- come on two outings before joining. Check with leader prior to hike about bringing pets.
FOOTWEAR AND CLOTHING Wear clothing suited to the weather and carry extra gar- ments for unexpected weather conditions. Dress in thin lay- ers so that you can adjust the number of layers as required to maintain comfort. In winter carry a wool cap and wool or polypropylene gloves or mitts and a windproof shell. Be pre- pared for rain. Bring a rain jacket and rain pants, preferably of the type that permits venting body moisture. (Gortex is recommended.) Wear comfortable, sturdy boots. Be aware of the hunting season in the area of your planned hike. Check with the Department of Environmental Conser- vation for local hunting regulations. Avoid hiking in areas where and when hunting is permitted. Contact the NY-NJ Trail Conference for information on hunting seasons...... (www.nynjtc.org) RISKS As with all physical activities, hiking involves hazards. Per- sons participate at their own risk and will be asked to sign a statement acknowledging that fact before starting the hike. Prior to the hike please advise the leader of any medical con- dition or physical liability that could affect you during the hike.
FALL MEMBERSHIP MEETING WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11/8 See the schedule, page 15.
page 9
HIKE RATING SYSTEM: All hikes are rated based on pace, distance and degree of ele- vation change. For example a hike that has been rated B8B means that the pace is moderate, distance is 8 miles, and the terrain has moderate ups and downs. Pace: A= fast : 2.5 mph or faster B= moderate :about 2 mph; C= easy : about 1.5 mph. Distance: number in miles noted Terrain: A= strenuous and long ups and downs B= moderate ups and downs (typical for Harriman) C= generally flat with little elevation change FALL 2006 HIKE SCHEDULE ADK North Jersey HIKES
Special note: Mary Sive will be leading monthly hikes on the easy side. In her own words, “Your leader, no longer able to do serious hikes, hopes to explore local parks, nature preserves, rail trails, historic sites, etc. each month“. Look for her hikes on 10/28, 11/16, 12/10. Other “easy” hikes are planned for 10/7, 18, 21, 22, and 12/16. Note also a tour with Chris Tausch on Sunday, 10/8: AN URBAN ADVENTURE on GOVERNORS ISLAND.
ROAD BIKE EXCURSIONS 25-35 miles Please contact Chris Connolly ([email protected]) so that rides can be sched- uled during Fall to accommodate riders' available dates.
Thursday, 10/5 IN THE WOODS - SEVEN HILLS, ETC. C 5-7 B Eileen Berch 973-728-1419 Meet at Reeves Brook at 10AM. We'll hike Seven Hills toward Ramapo Torne, then continue on various trails back to the parking lot. Hope- fully, we will get some good views. All distances and routes subject to change depending on trail conditions and weather. No go if raining. If in doubt, call by 8:30 on morning of hike. No need to register and please no calls after 8PM.
FALL WEEKEND Oct. 6,7,8 There’s still time to join us. See page 3 for details.
page 10
Saturday, 10/7 STERLING LAKE FALL FOLIAGE RAMBLE C2C Ed Fanslau 201-652-1496 A short talk on the history of the area and then a hike to the historical sites, followed by lunch at the lake. Bring lunch. Meet Ramsey Square at 9:45 or at Sterling Lake Visitor Center at 10:30. Beginners welcome.
Saturday, 10/7 BREATHTAKING BLACK MOUNTAIN B+5B Donna Ellis, Norm Brandinger 201 841-2973 or [email protected] As part of the ADK fall weekend or come up for the day. Experience Lake George from the air without getting into a plane! Spectacular views of the lake from the highest mountain in the area (2646ft). Back in time for the evening festivities.
Saturday, 10/7 HARRIMAN STATE PARK CROSSING III,STAGE 1 B9B Pat Marcotullio 845-729-4046 [email protected] This time we'll celebrate fall with our annual crossing of Harriman State Park using the A.T. On this first stage we'll meet at Silvermine hiker parking lot at 8:30 AM for a shuttle to the Elk Pen. Steady rain will cancel hike.
Sunday, 10/8 Urban Adventure Series: Governors Island 8:30 AM Chris Tausch 201-819-3034 [email protected] Join us for a guided tour of Governors Island National Historic Landmark with special access to some of the more historically im- portant building interiors. Located in the New York Harbor the island is 172 acres with nearly 225 buildings, considerable open space, and recreational amenities. Its waterfront offers some of the most dramatic and impressive vistas of the New York skyline and New York Harbor, including the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Is- land. The northern half of the Island has been designated as a Na- tional Historic Landmark District and features late 18th and early 19th century fortifications, pre-Civil War arsenal buildings, Victo- rian and Romanesque Revival housing, as well as early 20th cen- tury neo-classical architecture. Registration required.
Thursday, 10/12 IN THE WOODS B6-7B Pete Tilgner/S. Gordon [email protected] Ups and Downs. Call or email before 9PM Wednesday.
Saturday, 10/14 STERLING LAKE CIRCULAR B5C Jeffrey Sovelove at [email protected] Sterling Forest Sterling Lake Circular route with the option to extend if the group desires. Bring water, lunch, and wear hiking boots. No chil- dren, no pets. Meet at the Visitors’ Center at 10 AM sharp. See the Sterling Forest website for information and directions: http:// nysparks.state.ny.us/parks/info.asp?parkID=81. Please register via email to [email protected] no later than October 13th. Inclem- ent weather cancels.
page 11
Saturday, 10/14 SUGARLOAF VIA DIBBLES QUARRY B8A Karen Rose 201-825-8166 or [email protected] A Catskill delight on this circuit thru the magical thrones at Dibbles Quarry and then scrambles over Sugarloaf and out on Mink Hollow Trail. Not for beginners but a great intro to the Catskills. Meet at Ma- son Jar back lot at 7:30AM or at RK(Y) trailhead on Pecoy Notch Road at 9:30AM. MUST REGISTER FOR HIKE BY 8PM FRIDAY NIGHT. Rain cancels.
Saturday, 10/14 FALL HIKE OUT OF LAKE C6/7C+ Lou O'Neil 845-357-0497 (NO CALLS AFTER 8 PM) We hike the ASB, Red Cross, Hasenclever Rd., Beech Trail, and the Long Path. Rain cancels. Meet at Lake Skannatati Parking Area at 9:30 AM.
Sunday, 10/15 BEARFORT MOUNTAIN B7A Pete Tilgner/Suzan Gordon 201-871-3531 [email protected] We hike the Bearfort Ridge, State Line, AT, Ernest Walter Trails for some good views and challenging hiking. Not for beginners. Rain can- cels. Meet 9 AM in the A&P Shopping Center parking lot located on Warwick Tpk. (Rt. 511) Hewitt, NJ. To begin the hike we will need to drive a short distance to hiker parking pullover opposite the Terrace Pond North Trail head on Warwick Tpk.
Wednesday, 10/18 DOODLETOWN CIRCULAR C5C Nick Viggiano 845-359-2465 A circular hike using marked and unmarked trails and woods roads seldom used. Easy pace. Meet 10 AM hiker parking on Rt. 9W, oppo- site Iona Island, south of Bear Mt. Inn.
Thursday, 10/19 STOCKBRIDGE OUTING B7B Rich Holden [email protected] 908-835-0867 A fun and invigorating Fall hike. Very scenic open woods with good distance and climbing before lunch, and an easy downhill grade to fin- ish. Hike begins at 10:00am from Raymond Torrey Memorial Parking Circle, Route 6 West.
Saturday, 10/21 BEGINNERS’ HIKE C5-6C Phyllis Stewart 201-327-6319 [email protected]. Easy hike for beginners. Meet at Ramapo Reservation, Route 202 in Mahwah at 10AM. Rain cancels.
Saturday, 10/21 FOUR BIRDS TRAIL IN FARNY HIGHLANDS B5-6B Leslie McGlynn at 973-252-8122 or [email protected]. 80 West to exit 37 – Hibernia. Left at light (Green pond road). Stay straight on Green pond Road till you see a sign for “Marcella” and make a right onto Timber Brook Lake Road. Stay straight on this road (becomes a dirt road after a short distance) and park in the lot or on
page 12
the road across from Camp Winnebago. We will meet at 9:30AM and then carpool over to the baseball field just before the RR tracks. This is where the hike starts. This is a moderately strenuous hike of about 5-6 miles. Hiking boots and water a must. Please register for hike with Leslie McGlynn at 973-252-8122 or [email protected].
Sunday, 10/22 , PM WALK AT TEANECK CREEK CONSERVANCY C2C Seymour Levine 201-567-8967 Meet 1PM at Bank of America, corner of Hudson Terrace and Palisades Avenue in Englewood Cliffs, a few steps from Exit 1, Palisades Pkwy. Or if you prefer meet at 1:20 at Teaneck Creek Conservancy; call leader for directions. Rain cancels.
Sunday, 10/22 STERLING FOREST/UPPER EAST SIDE B8B Suzan Gordon/Pete Tilgner 201-871-3531 [email protected] We will hike the Wildcat Mt. and new Townsend Trails in all their Au- tumn splendor with good views to the south and west. Heavy rain can- cels. Meet 9:45 AM in the Rt. 17A/106 Commuter Parking Lot top of ramp off of Rt. 17, Southfields, NY.
Wednesday, 10/25 WEST MOUNTAIN - TIMP CIRCULAR C5B Nick Viggiano 845-359-2465 A circular hike using the RD over West Mt. to the Timp. We return on the Red Cross and Horns Route. Easy pace with many fine views. Meet 10 AM at Anthony Wayne South Parking Lot.
Thursday, 10/26 IN THE WOODS B4-7B John Geary [email protected] 201-641-3407 Ups and Downs. Call or email before 9PM Wednesday.
Saturday, 10/28 ALONG THE HUDSON C5C Mary Sive 973/746-3986 [email protected] Today we’ll take the Shore Path along the Hudson and under the GW Bridge. Afterwards we have the opportunity to view an exhibit honor- ing the 75th anniversary of the construction of the bridge and featur- ing historic footage. Meet at south entrance to PIP 0.3 mi. south of en- trance to Fort Lee Historical Park on Route 505. Limited parking here, so carpooling is advised. Call leader for directions, if needed.
Saturday, 10/28 SILVERMINE TO LONG PATH C5C+ Rita Boyd 845-365-1638 We hike from Silvermine Parking Area via the Menomine, Nawahunta Fire Rd., and Long Path up to the Cave Shelter with a look at Hippo Rock and Harriman Park in glorious Fall color at a relaxed pace. Steady rain cancels. Call leader if in doubt 7:30 - 8:30 AM morning of hike. Meet 10 AM Silvermine Parking Area off Seven Lakes Drive.
page 13
Saturday, 10/28 POPOLOPEN CREEK RAMBLE B7.5B Peter Reiner 845-634-7635 Begin on the 1779 Trail near Fort Montgomery, travel along the Popolopen Creek, lunch overlooking the beautiful Queensboro Lake., return on the Popolopen Gorge Trail to Rt. 9W. Meet 9:30 AM at Hiker Parking Lot 1/2 mile north of the Bear Mountain Traffic Circle. Look for meeting/parking place at abandoned Trading Post Restaurant on right side of Rt. 9W.
Sunday, 10/29 PYNGYP NICKEL MINE CIRCULAR B8B Dave Sutter [email protected] Rarely done hike will utilize Pines trail, Stilwater trail and other con- fusing footpaths. Meet 9:30 am at Beech Parking lot on Tiorati Book Road where Beech trail crosses road. No phone, no registration and bad weather cancels.
Thursday, 11/2 IN THE WOODS B5-7B Phyllis Stewart 201-327-6319 [email protected]. Ups and downs. Call or email before 9 PM Wednesday.
Saturday, 11/4 HARVEST MOON MADNESS Christopher Tausch 201-819-3034 or [email protected] 10th Annual Live and Silent Auction Gala to benefit ADK's programs in conservation and advocacy, education, and responsible recreation. Bid on outdoor gear and apparel, artwork, jewelry, chapter baskets, and lodging and dining packages. This year’s event will be held at The His- toric Hall of Springs at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center with din- ner catered by Glen Sanders Mansion, and Complimentary Beer and Wine Tasting. Cost: $55 Special price for early reservations--reserve before October 16, 2006 and pay only $50 per reservation. Reserva- tions with payment required by October 27, 2006. Call Chris for more information.
Saturday, 11/4 HARRIMAN STATE PARK CROSSING III STAGE 2 B9B Pat Marcotullio 845-729-4046 or [email protected] On this second stage we will climb Black Mt., West Mt., and Bear Mt. at a moderate pace. Steady rain will cancel. Meet 8:30 AM in Bear Mt. Inn Parking Area. Parking fee? This year’s treat will be espresso. Call if you plan to participate.
Sunday, 11/5 MANOR TO MANOR B8B Ike Siskind 845-352-8506 From Ringwood Manor to Skyland Manor. Numerous loops, twists, ups and downs past two historic buildings and return. Meet at Ringwood Manor at 9:15 AM. Rt. 17 north past Hillburn to Co Rt. 72 (Sloatsburg Rd. in New Jersey), about 4 miles west to Manor Parking Lot on right. page 14
Wednesday, 11/8 FALL MEMBERSHIP MEETING 7PM Please join us for a presentation by the Morris Land Conser- vancy, an organization dedicated to preserving land, protect- ing water resources, conserving open space, and inspiring and empowering individuals and communities to protect the environment. Check out www.morrislandconservancy.org. Join us at Tiffany's Restaurant, 231 Speedwell Ave, Morris Plains, NJ
Thursday, 11/9 IN THE WOODS B5-7B Hank Zulauf 201-391-5867 Ups and Downs. Call before 9PM Wednesday.
Saturday, 11/11 MANITOGA/OSBORN LOOP B6B Janice Bortree 845-831-4430 We hike from Russell Wright's inspired nature preserve with a glimpse of his famous house “Dragon Rock”. Then up to the Osborne Trail with lunch and views at Sugar Loaf Hill. Meet 10 AM at the Manitoga Park- ing Lot, located on the right off Rt. 9D, 2.5 miles north of the Bear Mt. Bridge.
Sunday, 11/12 SKANNATATI SOJOURN B8B Ilse Dunham 973-838-8031 It will be a loop hike using different trails with climbs, scrambles and views along the way. Meet 9:30 AM Lake Skannatati Parking Area off Seven Lakes Drive. Rain will cancel the hike.
Sunday, 11/12 LEWIS MORRIS PARK C5B Jeffrey Sovelove [email protected] Easy pace, 5 miles, moderate terrain with gentle ups and downs. We will start at Sunrise Lake, then hike to the parking upper lot and back down to the lake using a combination of the Yellow and Red trails. See the Morris County Parks Commission website for directions ( http://www.morrisparks.net/parks/directions/lmdir.htm ) or the Mapquest link . Bring lots of water, lunch, and wear hiking boots. Please register in advance via email at [email protected] by the Friday before hike. Meet in the parking lot by Sunrise Lake at 10 AM. Steady rain cancels. No children, no pets please.
Thursday, 11/16 ORANGETOWN RAIL TRAIL C5C Mary Sive 973/746-3986 [email protected] See Rockland County from a different perspective as we walk the (paved) route of the former West Shore Railroad through Sparkill and beyond. Meet in parking lot marked with bike sign on Oak Tree Road 0.25 mi. east of Route 303, 10:30 a.m. (Note later starting time to avoid rush-hour traffic).
page 15
Saturday, 11/18 SCHUNEMUNK LOOP B7B+ Chris Connolly 201-816-9465 or [email protected] Via the Trestle Trail, we will hike the East and West Ridges. Steady rain cancels. Meet 9:30 AM Otterkill Hiker Parking Lot.
Sunday, 11/19 "RIGHT PLACE, RIGHT MINE” B5.5B Rich Holden 908-835-0867 or [email protected] A short cold weather hike with lunch near the Hasenclever Mine. We'll visit an old cemetery for a short break. Meet 10:00 AM at the Beech Trail parking lot on Tiorati Brook Road.
Sunday, 11/19 SUNRISE MOUNTAIN B5-6B Leslie McGlynn at 973-252-8122 or [email protected] Sunrise Mountain in Stokes State Park offers nice views and plenty of fall foliage for viewing. Moderate 5-6 miles. We’ll meet at 9:30am and hike up to Sunrise Mountain using various trails and eventually end- ing up on the Appalachian Trail. Hiking boots and water a must. Bring proper gear (crampons, stabicers) for icy weather. Poor driving conditions will cancel this hike. Please register for hike.80 West to exit 25 (route 206 North). Follow 206 North to the main entrance for Stokes State Forest. Follow main road and make right on Kittle Road to the Stony Lake parking lot.
Friday, 11/24 THANKSGIVING FRIDAY HIKE C5C Deanna Felicetta 845-216-2021 or [email protected] A day for family and friends, come join us and do the GOB- BLE GOBBLE on this moderate hike. Meet 11AM in Harri- man State Park. Must call for meeting place and to register. No email the morning of the hike please.
Saturday, 11/25 ELK PEN CIRCULAR B8B Chris Connolly 201-816-9465 or [email protected] Our route will be AT-ASB-Lichen-RD (lunch on Black Rock)-Nurian- Stahahe Brook. Steady rain cancels. Meet 9:30 am at Elk Pen parking area.
Sunday, 11/26 IRISH MOUNTAIN, PINGIP, AND CAT’S ELBOW B8A George Preoteasa 201-694-8344 [email protected] A hike on the SBM with nice views and scrambles. Car shuttle re- quired. Precipitation or threat thereof cancels. If in doubt call leader the morning of hike around 7:30. Meet at Wayne Anthony South park- ing area 9:00 AM.
Thursday, 11/30 IN THE WOODS B6-8B Paul Margiotta 201-693-6705 Ups and Downs. Call before 9PM Wednesday .
page 16
Saturday, 12/2 KAKIAT TO PINE MEADOW LAKE CIRCULAR B7B Dean Gletsos 845-354-0738 We will start from Kakiat County Park and hike to Pine Meadow Lake. Weather and conditions will determine the final route. Many beautiful views and ups and downs. If inclement weather, call leader. Meet 9 AM at Kakiat Park off Rt. 202.
Saturday, 12/ 2 ALPINE BOAT BASIN TO LOOKOUT C5C/B Chuck Klatzko 845-638-1920 or [email protected] Starting at the Alpine Boat Basin, going up the Closter Dock Trail. Then south on the Long Path past the Zabriskie Ruin to the Alpine Lookout. Continuing on the LP, then down to the Hudson's shore, on the Huyler's Landing Trail. Going north from Huyler's Landing on the Shore Trail, back to the Alpine Boat Basin, steady rain or snow can- cels. Ice or snow conditions may change hike to just the Shore Trail. Meet 9:30 AM at Alpine Boat Basin Parking Lot.
Sunday, 12/3 ROCKHOUSE LOOP B7B Alta and Richard Sumner 845-362-8470 or [email protected] Using the ASB, Red Cross, Hasenclever Road, Beech and Long Path Trails, the hike will have an initial climb, then relatively level the rest of the way. Meet at Lake Skannatati Hiker Parking Lot 10 AM.
Sunday, 12/3 “WINDY ROCK RESPITE” B5.5B Rich Holden 908-835-0867 or [email protected] Break out the chapstick for this one. Some exposure will be challeng- ing. Fun too. Hike will be modified for snow and ice. Dress warm and bring lunch. Meet 10:00am at the Johnsontown Road Circle.
Thursday, 12/7 IN THE WOODS B5-7B Phyllis Stewart 201-327-6319 [email protected] Ups and downs. Call or email before 9 PM Wednesday.
Thursday, 12/7 ADK RAMAPO 35TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION 7 PM LA TERRAZZA RESTAURANT, 291 S. MAIN St., NEW CITY, NY See page eight for details.
Saturday, 12/9 ICE SKATE AT BEAR MOUNTAIN Deanna Felicetta 845-216-2021 or [email protected] Ice skating followed by a short hike/walk. Call for details and to register. No email the morning of the hike please.
Saturday, 12/9 REEVES MEADOW RAMBLE B7B Rudy Garfinkel 914-337-6612 Leader’s choice. Inclement weather cancels. Meet 9:30 AM at Reeves Visitor Center Parking Lot on Seven lakes Drive.
page 17
Sunday, 12/10 LAKE SKANNATATI CIRCULAR B8B Manny Silberberg 845-354-9165 or [email protected] A moderately paced hike using the Long Path, AT, RD, and ASB Trails. Rain cancels. Meet 9 AM at Lake Skannatati Parking Lot off of Seven Lakes Drive.
Sunday, 12/10 FLAT ROCK BROOK NATURE CENTER C4C Mary Sive 973-746-3986 [email protected] While the malls are crowded with shoppers, we get to enjoy quiet woods and ponds and even a view. Meet at 1PM. Directions: Route 4 to Jones Road exit in Englewood. Right (N) to first stop sign. Right onto Van Nostrand Ave, 0.25 mi. to Center.
Wednesday, 12/13 7PM-9PM HOLIDAY GATHERING Houlihan’s Restaurant, Rte. 17N, Ramsey Come in from the cold and enjoy an evening of camara- derie with your friends (current and future) in the N. Jersey Chapter. Please RSVP by Tuesday, 12/12 at 888-856-7030.
Thursday, 12/14 IN THE WOODS B6-8B Bob Danetz 201-692-9217 or [email protected] Ups and Downs. Call or email to register by Wednesday 9PM.
Saturday, 12/16 LONG PATH FROM ROUTE 6 C5/6C Denis and Joan Kmiec 845-634-1397 (No calls after 9 PM) We take the Long Path south to Stockbridge Shelter. We return on the Menomine Trail and Nawahunta Fire Rd. Good hike for beginners. Rain cancels. Meet 10 AM Rt. 6 Hikers Parking Lot.
Sunday, 12/17 JENNY JUMP STATE FOREST B5B Leslie McGlynn at 973-252-8122 or [email protected] Jenny Jump State Forest in Warren County, NJ offers many pano- ramic vistas of the Highlands and the Kittatinny Mountain Ridge and Valley to the west and scenic views of the Great Meadows in the east. Rocky outcroppings and boulders line the trail – evidence that great glaciers once covered this area. We will meet here at 9:30am and will be hiking all five trails which will probably be about 5 miles – short but beautiful. Take Route 80 to exit 12 to Hope. Turn onto Route 519 north at blinking light. At third right, turn onto Shiloh Road. Approxi- mately 1 mile, turn right onto State Park Road. Poor driving condi- tions will cancel this hike. Please register for hike.
page 18
Sunday, 12/17 Escalator, Stalter Spring, and maybe Terrace of Views B9B Dave Sutter [email protected] Go where no one will take you. Slip from Stalters Spring, ascend the escalator but beware Hercules Club, and as new wrinkle, if I can find it, world famous view point on the old Dunderberg RR shown to me by Jim C. Meet at Jones Point on Rt. 9W at 9:30AM. No phone, no regis- tration and bad weather cancels.
Thursday, 12/21 IN THE WOODS B5-7B Deanna Felicetta 845-216-2021 or [email protected] Ups and Downs. Call or email before 9 PM Wednesday.
Saturday, 12/23 TWO MOUNTAINS AND TWO LAKES B6B Dean Gletsos 845-354-0738 We will start and end at the Ladentown parking area. Our hike will take us on the TMI, SBM and Woodtown Rd. Trails. Inclement weather cancels. Call leader if in doubt. Meet 9 AM at Ladentown Parking Area.
Thursday, 12/28 SILVERMINE OUT AND BACK B4-7B Rich Holden [email protected] 908-835-0867 We'll chill for a day on a Winter day hike. With luck we'll climb to the viewpoints on or near Black Mtn. Ice and exposure will modify our total distance. Plenty of climbing. A winter delight. Hike begins at 10:00am from Silvermine Lake Parking Area, Seven Lakes Drive.
Saturday, 12/30 HOWELL TRAIL & STORM KING C7B+ Aaron Schoenberg 845-986-8645 or [email protected] This is a scenic semicircular hike including the vicinity of West Point overlooking the Hudson River. Car shuttle is involved. Meet at Pali- sades Parkway Bookstore (near Anthony Wayne Rec. Area) in the me- dian at 8:30 AM. or Storm King View Point Parking at 9 AM.
Monday, 1/01 NEW YEARS HIKE B7B Dave Sutter [email protected] Start the New Year off on the right foot. This is a very different Elk Pen circular. Rain cancels. Please no phone calls! Meet: 9:30 AM Elk Pen Parking Area, Arden Valley Road, Arden, NY.
page 19 ADK-NJ 385 N Franklin Tpke., Box 7 Ramsey, NJ 07446
page 20