SMC Hiking Guidelines
As a current member you can pre-register for any of these hikes. Password: xxxxxxx trails
Thank you for supporting SMC!
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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 cancels, but intermittent drizzle does 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
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AM Trail Mix.
Sunday, May 1, 8:00-11:00am
Approx. 6 miles on both sides of Brookside Drive. Multiple rolling hills. Moderate pace and difficulty. Meet: Locust Grove parking lot, across from Millburn train station and first aid squad.
Leader: Sharon Salmon
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Dogwood Without the Doggies.
Friday, May 6, 10:00-12:00pm
5 ish miles Moderate pace A nice mix of terrain, with calories to burn BOOTS or Sturdy Shoes + water. Meet at: Dogwood Hillside. Arrive 10 minutes before the hike PLEASE.
Leader: Gail Waimon
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Dogwood Circular.
Saturday, May 7, 9:30-12:30pm
Rolling hills, vigorous pace, moderate difficulty. 6 miles. Meet at: Dogwood Hillside Parking. Leader's choice of trails depending on trails conditions. Liquids/Poles recommended.
Leader: Bijoy Mechery
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Mother's Day Hike. (Ages 8+)
Sunday, May 8, 9:30– 11:00am
3-mile hike. Hike will be appropriate for families with children age 8 and up. Wear proper footwear, bring water and a snack. Rain cancels, Drizzle does not. Meet at the Tulip Springs Parking Lot. Turn right at the entrance into the second parking lot.
Leader: Janine Beer
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Mayapple 4 Trail Combo.
Saturday, May 14, 10:00- 12:00pm
About 3 miles on the trails circling the Mayapple Hill section of the reservation. Meet at: Mayapple Hill parking lot, just off of Northfield Avenue.
Leader: Lou Nocito
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My Old Short Hills Park Favorite.
Friday, May 20, 10- 12:00pm
4 ish miles Moderate pace. This area has many choices which are ALL wonderful. I will surprise you all with these super trail choices. I guarantee you will have a delightful adventure! Meet at: Drive onto Old Short Hills Road the turn into the park which has a stone entrance with either a small sign that says Old Short Hills Park, OR Greenwood Gardens. Drive a short distance and you will pass a private large house on the right and soon after turn right into the parking area. If you have the SMR map look at the top not quite in the middle (4-5) off the map area. BOOTS or Sturdy Shoes + Water PLEASE arrive 10 minutes before the hike.
Leader: Gail Waimon
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Unblazed Trails.
Saturday, April 16, 8:00- 11:00am
5-6 miles on a mix of trails with steep climb to start. Moderate pace and difficulty. Meet: Locust Grove parking lot, across from Millburn train station and first aid squad.
Leader: Sharon Salmon
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