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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Reservoir Ramble
Friday, December 2, 10am - noon
4-ish miles around our beautiful reservoir, then after almost one mile on the paved walkway, we will mix it up with some woods roads and trails. Moderate pace. Wear boots or sturdy shoes + bring water. PLEASE arrive 10 minutes before the hike.
Leader: Gail Waimon
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Tulip in December
Saturday, December 3, 10am - 12:30pm
Tulip in December, 4 - 5 mile hike with moderate ups and downs. Wear crampons or traction devices if there is ice. We will hike if it is lightly snowing.
Leader: Janine Beer
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Loop Hike
Saturday, December, 10, 9am - 11am
Loop Hike with a mix of trails in the Turtle Back area. Moderate pace and difficulty. Approximately 6 miles.
Leader: Sharon Salmon
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Old Short Hills Park
Friday, December 16, 10am - 12:30pm
~5 mile hike with moderate ups and downs. Wear crampons or traction devices if there is ice. We will hike if it is lightly snowing.
Leader: Janine Beer
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The Great Circle
Sunday, December 18, 10am - 2:30pm
Lenape and Rahway combination. Bring a snack. 6 miles with some uphill sections.
Leader: Lou Nocito
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