SMC Hiking Guidelines
As a current member you can pre-register for any of these hikes. Password: xxxxxxx
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 (optional) to navigate possible slippery areas.
- Times are our best estimates, but can vary depending on conditions, and the size or pace of a group.
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 confirmation & reminder emails.
- What is the participant capacity? 25
Questions: hikes@somocon.org
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Dog Hike.
Saturday, July 2, 9:00-11:00am
A 3-to-4 miles stroll on trails and woods roads for our canine friends and the people who love them. Note the earlier start time to avoid overheating. Like dogs but don’t have one, come along anyway. County regulations require leashes and, of course, we will clean up as we go along. Meet at: The Dog Park.
Leader: Lou Nocito
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3 Loops.
Saturday, July 9, 8:00pm-12:00pm
About 7.5 miles on several trails in the turtle back area. Moderate pace and difficulty. Option to do 1, 2 or all 3 loops. Meet: Oakdale parking lot, Cherry Lane.
Leader: Sharon Salmon
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RAHWAY RIVER AND LENAPE LOOP.
Saturday, July 16, 8:00-10:30am
5 miles. Moderate to brisk pace with ups and downs. We’ll follow the Rahway River then head up a good incline on the Pingry Trail and return on the Lenape with a quick stop at Hemlock Falls. Please ensure you can keep up a brisk pace for 5 miles. Rain cancels, drizzle doesn’t. Bring water, snacks and Hiking poles if you need them. Meet at: Tulip Springs, 64 Cherry Lane, West Orange, proceed to the 2nd parking lot, off to the right.
Leader: Ruth Borgenicht
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Mayapple 4 Trail Combo.
Sunday, July 17, 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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Less is More from Old Short Hills Park.
Friday, July 22, 9:00– 10:45am
3+ miles. Due to possible high temps and humidity, my summer hikes hope to be in the shade (preferably with frost). Moderate pace. Hikers must stay behind leader for group comfort and safety. Some climbs, but nothing too difficult. Meet at Old Short Hills Parking lot 10 minutes prior to hike start.
Leader: Gail Waimon
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