We will have our potluck holiday dinner followed by our monthly business meeting and winter hike scheduling. Bring your favorite dish to share with others. Following the business meeting we will be scheduling hikes and other winter events. Please complete the AHC Hike/Event form and give to the Hike Scheduling Coordinator.

NOTE: START TIME FOR THIS EVENT IS 6:30

Details
Meeting place: St. Timothy's Lutheran Church, 140 South Ott Street, Allentown, PA.
Posted on meetup.com? NO

Loop hike around the Green Lane Reservoir

NEW START TIME IS 8AM 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

Hike in downtown Bethlehem & enjoy the sights & lights.

Optional trip to the Bethlehem Brew Works afterwards. Rain cancels

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 5 miles
Hike rating: A+
Meeting place: The plaza next to the Bethlehem Library at 11 West Church St. in Bethlehem.
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Mike "Sparky" Wuerstle 267-374-0324 bluegrasshorizon@yahoo.com

Join us for an easy 2 mile lighted walk around the Promenade Shops in Center Valley.

Yes, it’s cold and dark outside but let’s get our blood flowing with a short midweek stroll. To make it worth coming out of your nice warm house, we can also enjoy some refreshments when we are done walking. Tuesday night is $5 Burger and fries night at Bar Louie’s so you can add some calories after the walk. The stores are open until 10 pm so if you want to do some holiday shopping afterward, here is your chance. Rain, snow or ice cancels. Contact Cindy at cindywalks24@gmail.com with any questions.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 2 miles
Hike rating: A+
Meeting place: Please meet at 5:55 pm in the parking lot on the side of LLBean (Promenade entrance from West Saucon Valley Circle)
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com

Spend some time with other hikers on the Appalachian Trail on the last day of the year.

We will meet at Rt. 309 for a 4 mile hike to the Allentown Shelter. At the shelter we will eat lunch and enjoy shared goodies. After a suitable time for socializing, we will hike 4 miles back to our cars. Anyone who would like a shorter 2 mile hike to the Shelter may join us at Fort Franklin Road. Bring lunch, water, and a snack item to share with the group. Since we will be spending time at the shelter, bring an extra layer of clothing to stay warm. No dogs or alcoholic beverages. Steady rain or snow on morning of hike cancels this event.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 8 miles
Meeting place: Meet on Rt. 309 by the tower at the south end of the Blue Mountain Summit Restaurant parking lot, 2520 West Penn Pike, Andreas, PA 18211
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Barbara Wiemann 610-262-6977 blwiemann@gmail.com