SMC Hiking Guidelines
As a current SMC member, you can pre-register for any of these hikes.
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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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Mix of Trails
Saturday, December 9, 8:00 - 11:00 am
6 miles at a moderate pace and difficulty on Oakdale, Elmdale & along the Rahway River.
Leader: Sharon Salmon
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Tulip Springs in Winter
Sunday, December 10, 10:00 am - Noon
Hike 4-5 miles at a moderate pace with some ups and downs. We will walk if it is lightly snowing.
Leader: Janine Beer
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Oakdale Fun
Friday, December, 15, 10:00am.
3-4+ miles. Moderate pace. Please bring hiking boots and water.
Leader: Gail Waimon
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Hike with Kirk!
This event is co-sponsored by the Rahway River Watershed Association and South Mountain Conservancy.
Saturday, December 16, 1:30 pm
2-3 hours covering about 4 miles at a modest pace, hiking on rocky and possibly muddy or icy trails. One significant hill. Steady rain or icy roads cancels. Hydrological, geological and ecological features will be highlighted, especially the Rahway River. Children are welcome, at your discretion. No dogs, please. Meet at the pavilion by the regatta playground and boat rental on Cherry Lane in West Orange (park on the opposite side of the street). Must register via Eventbrite. Free and open to all.
Leader: Dr. Kirk Barrett, President of RRWA and expert on local water issues
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