Hike Schedule & Early Bird Registration

February 2022

SMC Hiking Guidelines

As a current member you can pre-register for any of these hikes. Password xxxxxxx 
Thank you for supporting SMC! 

Notes

  • Registration is required. 
  • Read all Guidelines and Liability Waiver information before registering for a hike.
  • You may only register yourself. Liability waiver is part of registration process. Guests can access registration 1 week in advance through Meetup, Facebook, or Eventbrite.
  • Should you need to cancel, do so online through Eventbrite. Contact hike leader with day of cancellations. Repeated no shows without prior cancellation will be removed from list.
  • Dogs are not permitted unless specified. 

Prepare

  • Arrive to the starting point 10 minutes ahead of time so the hike can start promptly.
  • Bring water. Wear hiking boots, preferably waterproof, with good traction devices and poles when the temperature is or has recently been below freezing to navigate possible slippery areas.
  • Times are our best estimates, but can vary depending on conditions, and the size or pace of a group. 
  • For directions to starting locations, go to www.somocon.org/about-the-reservation.   

FAQ

  • How do I cancel my registration? 
  • How do I know when a hike is cancelled? Steady rain or snow cancels, but intermittent drizzle or flurries do not. You will not be notified. If you are unsure, contact hike leader (day of only).
  • How can I contact the hike leader? Hike leader contact info can be found in event reminder emails.
  • What is the participant capacity? 25

         Questions: hikes@somocon.org

Schedule
Circular from the Summit.
Saturday, February 5, 10:00-12:30pm

About 4 miles at a modest pace over rocky trails with a long climb from the Rahway River back to the summit. Be prepared for ice and mud. Hazardous road cancels.  Meet at: The dog statue at the Dog Park just off Crest Drive in Maplewood. Co-sponsored with the Rahway River Watershed Association.
Leader: Kirk Barrett

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Bramhall Ramble.
Sunday, February 6, 10:00-12pm
Easy paced 3 miles on woods roads. One trail segment and one longish uphill. Meet at: Bramhall Terrace parking lot off Crest Drive.
Leader: Lou Nocito.
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Old Short Hills Park.
Thursday, February 10, 9:30-11:30am
West Ridge and Elmdale Trails. 3 + miles at a moderate pace. Meet at UPPER, GRAVEL parking lot at Old Short Hills Park, 274 Old Short Hills Park, Short Hills (Greenwood Gardens).
Leader: Linda Silver
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Mayapple Hilltop.
Saturday, February 12, 10:00-11:30am
Round the top of the Mayapple section. About 2 miles at a moderate pace. Meet at: Mayapple Hill parking lot. 
Leader: Lou Nocito
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Loop Hike.
Saturday, February 19, 8:00-11:00am
About 5 miles on varied trails on both sides of South Orange Ave. Moderate pace and difficulty. One long uphill. Meet at: Bramhall Terrace, Crest Drive off South Orange Ave.
Leader: Sharon Salmon
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Dogwood Loop.
Saturday, February 26, 9:30-12:30pm
Rolling hills, brisk pace, moderate difficulty. 5-6 miles. Meet at: Dogwood Hillside (off Brookside Drive: 1.2 miles north of Glen Ave., and 0.8 mile south of South Orange Ave.). Leader's choice of trails depending on trails conditions. Please bring traction devices if there is snow and ice on ground. Poles recommended.  
Leader: Bijoy Mechery
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