Hike the outer loop of the Preserve, along the northern perimeter trail, excluding the South Range.

Bring water and lunch. Hiking boots recommended. Wear clothing appropriate for the weather. Heavy, steady rain cancels the hike. NOTE: on the day of the hike, the leader can only be contacted by phone.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 7 miles
Hike rating: C+
Meeting place: Parking lot of the Trexler Environmental Center, 4935 Orchard Rd., Schnecksville, PA
Posted on meetup.com? NO

Join us for a one hour walk on the rail trail in Coopersburg

This was one of the cancelled walks in April. Since we have nothing scheduled for a weeknight walk this week, let's try this one again. We will be walking on the towpath for about a half hour to 45 minutes before turning around and heading back before dark. Afterward we can try out Casa Toro Mexican Grill in Fairmont Village Shopping Center. Heavy rain cancels

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 2.5-3 miles
Hike rating: A
Meeting place: Rail Trail Living Memorial Park, E Landis Street, Coopersburg, PA
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Michelle Hinkle 484-221-3172

Monthly business meeting.

Program to be determined.

Details
Meeting place: St. Timothy's Lutheran Church, 140 South Ott Street, Allentown, PA.
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Lucy Cantwell 267-664-3550

6 – 8 mile fun hike around Lums Pond in Bear, DE

Join us for a hike at Lums Pond State Park in Bear, DE. As described on the website; “the Swamp Forest Trail loops around Lums Pond through fresh water wetland forests of Black Cherry, Sweet Gum, and Maple following a gentle terrain over a packed earth or crushed stone surface and crossing over many elevated boardwalks and bridges." Bear, DE is only about an hour and a half from the Lehigh Valley, close enough for a day hike, but a few of us will be camping for the weekend, heading up on Friday, May 5th and staying through Sunday, May 7th. If you would like to camp, you can reserve a campsite through Reserve America. Fees are listed on the Reserve America site. The campground is small but with fairly new bathroom facilities. We will be camping rain or shine. Any questions about camping, please contact Michelle or Cindy. The campground offers kayaking (need to bring your own as rentals are not yet open) a zip line course through GoApe! and several hiking trails. For more information on camping, kayaking, the zip line or the park, go to: http://www.destateparks.com/park/lums-pond/ For the Saturday hike, please meet at 9:45 am in the Campground at Yurt #2. Pack a lunch as we will be stopping for a nice view somewhere along the pond. If you are coming Saturday only, there is a daily use fee of $8 per carload. Carpooling is encouraged to split the cost. If you sign up on Meetup, there are a few people signed up there who may be willing to carpool. Heavy rain cancels the hike; check Bear, DE weather.

Details
Round trip road miles distance: 180 miles
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 6-8 miles
Hike rating: B
Meeting place: The Lums Pond State Park campground entrance is off Red Lion Road (RT 71) between the intersections of Howell School Road and Summit Bridge Road (RT896).For the Saturday hike, please meet at 9:45 am in the Campground by Yurt #2.
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Michelle Hinkle 484-221-3172
Co-leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com

This is a somewhat challenging hike along the Appalachian ridge which will include 1.1 miles on an exposed unstable boulder field. Not for beginners! Many great views north and south!

Leaving from and returning to Lehigh Furnace Gap on the AT, this “loop” hike will include portions of the AT as well as the north and south trails on either side of it and a stop at Outerbridge Shelter. This is not a hike for beginners! We will traverse a 1.1 mile unstable boulder field on the South trail, continue to Outerbridge Shelter, and return on the North trail. Numerous views both north and south of the Northeast Extension and Lehigh River. Wear sturdy hiking boots and bring at least 2 liters of water, lunch and snacks. Rain cancels.

Details
Round trip road miles distance: 21 miles
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 10 miles
Hike rating: D
Meeting place: SE corner of Weis Markets parking lot, Rt 873, Schnecksville, PA
Posted on meetup.com? NO

Join us for an easy 2 mile lighted walk around the Promenade Shops in Center Valley (Window shopping only!)

Spring is here ~ let’s get our blood flowing with a short midweek stroll and burn a few calories so we can enjoy some refreshments when we are done walking. Tuesday is $5 Burger and fries night at Bar Louie’s. Heavy rain cancels.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 2 miles
Hike rating: A+
Meeting place: Please meet at 6:00 in the parking lot on the WEST side of LLBean (Promenade entrance from West Saucon Valley Circle).
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com

Join us for a one hour walk through Robert 0. Keller Memorial Park in Richland Township

Spring is here ~ join us for a one hour walk through the nature trail at Robert 0. Keller Memorial Park in Richland Township. Afterward we'll head down to The Pub in Quakertown Shopping Center for refreshments. Heavy rain cancels.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 2 miles
Hike rating: A
Meeting place: Please meet at 6:00 pm in the parking lot located next to the Township Building at 1328 California Road.
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Michelle Hinkle 484-221-3172
Co-leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com

Loop hike around the Green Lane Reservoir

Happy Mother's Day! This loop hike will circle the Green Lane Reservoir, affording views of both the lake and countryside. There will be several short climbs and stream crossings. Sturdy hiking boots are recommended. Bring at least 2 liters of water, lunch and snacks. Rain cancels.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 12 miles
Hike rating: D+
Meeting place: Meet at the Park Office at the dead end of Snyder Road, just south of the dam. 2144 Snyder Road Green Lane, PA 18054
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299 jcnj168@ptd.net

Join us for an easy 2 ½ - 3 mile walk from the Quakertown Chamber of Commerce to the new solar lighted “Park at 4th” in Quakertown.

Spring is in the air so let’s get our blood flowing with a short midweek stroll. We will be walking through town to the park, so please wear bright outerwear and/or bring a light. To make it worth coming out of your nice warm house, we can also enjoy some refreshments when we are done walking by meeting back at McCoole's Red Lion Inn for some appetizers and drinks. Heavy rain, snow or ice cancels.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 2.5-3 miles
Hike rating: A+
Meeting place: Please meet at 6:00 in the parking lot of the Chamber of Commerce (which is also the McCoole’s overflow parking) 21 N Main St, Quakertown, PA 18951
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com

Hike from Little Gap to Lehigh Gap DATE CHANGED

This is a Natural History hike with Lehigh Gap Nature Center. Wear sturdy shoes and bring lunch and water.

Details
Round trip road miles distance: 1 miles
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 5.2 miles
Hike rating: B+
Meeting place: Osprey House Lehigh Gap Nature Center
Posted on meetup.com? YES

Spring maintenance hike for AHC's Appalachian Trail section followed by a potluck picnic at Leaser Lake.

This is our annual clean-up of our section of the A.T. Some effort will also be devoted to removal of invasive plant species (garlic mustard) from along the trail. Please bring gloves, trash bags, clippers, and water. After clean-up we will have a picnic at Leaser Lake. Hot dogs will be provided by the club. Please bring a covered-dish item to share the with group. Bring your own chairs.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 10.3 miles
Meeting place: Blue Mountain Summit Inn parking lot, Rt. 309
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Ed Ritter 484-883-4657 critter888@verizon.net
Co-leader: Lucy Cantwell 267-664-3550

Join us for a walk through Quakertown

The 200 year old historic Eagle Hotel in Quakertown, a familiar local dive bar, has a new owner. Proprietors of The Local in Souderton, which offered fresh farm to table food, have now purchased the Eagle Hotel in Quakertown. Plans are underway to renovate and offer the same delicious food. We will meet at the Park at 4th and take a meandering walk through Quakertown stopping for refreshments at The Eagle Hotel/The Local before they close and begin renovations this summer. Currently, the menu is limited to Burgers, Fries and Fried Pickles. After refreshments, we will head back to the Park at 4th (.7 mile). Thunderstorms or heavy rain cancels

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 2-3 miles
Hike rating: A+
Meeting place: The Park at 4th, Quakertown PA. Meet in parking lot by bathrooms and picnic tables
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com
Co-leader: Michelle Hinkle 484-221-3172

Join us for a one hour walk on the rail trail in Center Valley

Due to the possibility of thunderstorms, the walk for tonight is cancelled. Check out the next walk scheduled for Tuesday evening. Thanks ~ Michelle and Cindy Spring is here ~ and the sun is setting later. We will be walking on the towpath for about a half hour to 45 minutes before turning around and heading back before dark. Afterward we can try out the Copperhead Grill on Route 378 for some refreshments. Heavy rain cancels.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 2-2.5 miles
Hike rating: A
Meeting place: Upper Saucon Township Community Park, Preston Lane, Center Valley/Bethlehem (parking lot by the bathrooms)
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Michelle Hinkle 484-221-3172

Loop hike through the Delaware Water Gap including Dunnfield Creek, Sunfish Pond, Raccoon Ridge, and the AT.

From the Dunnfield Creek parking lot we will hike the Dunnfield Hollow Trail to Sunfish Pond. This section includes multiple stream crossings that, depending on how fast the creek is running, may require getting your feet wet, so please plan accordingly. Trekking poles are strongly recommended. After a rest at a rock outcropping on the northeast side of Sunfish Pond we will continue on the Appalachian Trail to Raccoon Ridge for lunch. After lunch we will travel back down the Appalachian Trail to our cars. Sturdy hiking boots are recommnded. Bring at least 3 quarts of water and lunch plus snacks. Steady rain cancels.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 15 miles
Hike rating: E+
Meeting place: Meet at the Dunnfield Creek Parking lot, which is the second exit in NJ off Route 80 East. Follow the ramp under the overpass, turn left and then right into the lot.
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299 jcnj168@ptd.net

Join us for a one hour walk on the rail trail in Hellertown, PA

We'll walk on the rail trail for about a half hour or 45 minutes before turning around and heading back before dark. Afterward we can try out the new Crossroads Hotel on Main Street Heavy rain, snow or ice cancels.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 2-2.5 miles
Hike rating: A
Meeting place: Water Street Park, 90 W Water Street, Hellertown PA
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Michelle Hinkle 484-221-3172

Join us for a walk through Sand Island in Bethlehem

Meet by the tennis courts/bathrooms on Sand Island and to take a walk and explore the area for an hour or two. Optional stop afterward in Bethlehem for refreshments.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 2-2.5 miles
Hike rating: B+
Meeting place: Sand Island, 44 River St Bethlehem, Pennsylvania (meet by the bathrooms/tennis court parking area)
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com
Co-leader: Michelle Hinkle 484-221-3172

We will hike up Translator lane.

To the top of the Mountain and wait for dark. We will then hike down Translator lane listening for Whip-Poor-Wills. Bring water and good shoes. Those familiar with this hike can meet at Translator Lane for a 7:00 PM start.

Details
Round trip road miles distance: 1 miles
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 2 miles
Hike rating: C+
Meeting place: Osprey House Lehigh Gap Nature Center
Posted on meetup.com? YES