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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Labor Day Fun Hike.
Saturday, September 3, 9:30-12:00 pm
About 4-5 miles at a moderate pace. Meet at Tulip Springs. Turn right into the second parking lot. Wear proper footwear, bring water, and bug spray.
Leader: Janine Beer
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Old Short Hills Park Hike.
Sunday, September 11, 9:30-12:00pm
4-5 miles on various trails at a moderate pace. Meet at Old Short Hills Park (gps for Greenwood Gardens). Wear proper footwear, bring water and bug spray.
Leader: Janine Beer
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Turtleback Trails a Plenty.
Friday, September, 16, 9:00 - 11:00am
4ish miles hither & beyond. Nothing too challenging, but some ups and downs in our stunning Reservation. Moderate pace. Hikers must stay behind the leader for group comfort and safety. Meet at Tulip Springs parking lot . Arrive10 minutes prior to hike start.
Leader: Gail Waimon
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SILENT GROUP HIKE.
Saturday, September 17, 8:30 - 11:00am
A 4.5 mile hike where we’ll turn off our phones and tune into the textures, sights, smells and sounds of the forest. Brisk pace, not for beginners. Some ups and downs, terrain mostly easy. Bring water, snacks and Hiking poles if you need them. Meet at: Tulip Springs, 64 Cherry Lane, West Orange, proceed to the internal lot, off to the right.
Leader: Ruth Borgenicht
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Oakdale from Mayapple.
Sunday, September 18, 10-12:30pm
3.5-4-mile moderate paced hike. Lenape and Oakdale trails. Meet at Mayapple Hill
Leader: Lou Nocito
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