SMC Hiking Guidelines
As a current SMC member, you can pre-register for any of these hikes.
No more passwords!
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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 one week in advance through Meetup, Instagram or Facebook.
- Should you need to cancel, do so online through Meetup. 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 RSVP in Meetup?
- 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 listing.
- What is the participant capacity? 25 hikers
Questions: hikes@somocon.org
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Ridge Walk
Saturday, April 6th, 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Ridge Walk. Approx 7 miles to Turtle Back area and back. Mostly flat after initial climb at start. Moderate pace and difficulty.
Leader: Sharon Salmon
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Greenwood Gardens and Beyond
Friday, April 12th, 10:00 am
Greenwood Gardens. 5 to 6 mile hike at moderate pace. Crossing over to the Fairy Trail. Bring snack/lunch, poles & water.
Leader: Donna Burkat
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Early Spring Nature Ramble
Saturday, April 13th, 10:00 am - Noon
Early Spring Nature Ramble. Special for Parents and Children four to eight years old 1.5 miles at an exploratory pace looking for new beginnings.
Leader: Len Friedman
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Oakdale to Mayapple
Friday, April 19th, 9:30 am - 11:30 am
6 to 7 mile hike to Mayapple Hill and back. Bring lunch, poles, moderate pace. Will enjoy lunch at picnic tables at Mayapple before heading back.
Leader: Donna Burkat
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Mayapple 4 Trail Combo
Saturday, April 20th, 10:00 am - Noon
About 3 miles on the trails circling the Mayapple Hill section of the reservation.
Leader: Lou Nocito
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Dogwood 5
Saturday, April 27th, 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
About 5.5 - 6 miles over various trails. Moderate pace.
Leader: Lou Nocito
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Tulip Springs
Tuesday, April 30th, 9.30 am to 1:00 pm
5 to 6 mile hike moderate pace. Bring water, snack/ lunch, poles.
Leader: Donna Burkat
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