Enjoy an easy hike to the Shelter, where we will share munchies.

We will start at PA 309 and hike south on the Appalachian Trail for four miles to the Allentown Shelter. At the shelter we will stop for a break; bring a snack item to share with the group. After a suitable period eating and socializing, we will retrace our steps to PA 309. Anyone interested in a shorter four mile hike or a later start time can join us at Fort Franklin Road.

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Hike / bike / on-water distance: 8 miles
Hike rating: B
Meeting place: Meet at the tower on PA 309 at the summit of Blue Mountain. Park on Meet at the tower on PA 309 at the summit of Blue Mountain. Park on the west side of the road.
Leader: Barbara Wiemann 610-262-6977 blwiemann@gmail.com

Starting at 7:30PM we will hold our monthly business followed by a break for refreshments.

Charlie Root,from the EPA and Site Manager for the Palmerton Superfund, will speak on the restoration project on the Blue Mountain east of Lehigh Gap.

Details
Meeting place: St. Timothy's Lutheran Church, 140 South Ott Street, Allentown, PA
Leader: Lucy Cantwell 267-664-3550

Hike the Lehigh Gorge between Rockport and the Tannery.

Please wear sturdy hiking shoes and dress for the weather. Bring lunch and water. Trail and driving conditions will be considered. If the weather is severe we will attempt to hike a local trail.No pets please.

Details
Round trip road miles distance: 70 miles
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 7.5 miles
Hike rating: B
Meeting place: Meet in the Parking lot of Rite Aid drug store in Walnutport.
Co-leader: Nick Rosato 610-437-3199

Short easy walk along the Sacony Nature Trail.

We will walk 2 blocks to the Old School on White Oak St. now home of the Kutztown Historical Society to see the trains running. Get an inside look at the historic train station and Kutztown's North Park to see the historic swale and possibly the view from Reservoir #2 (the big blue tank along Rt. 222). This is private property, by special permission only. MEMBERS ONLY! You can join that day. This area will soon be off limits. We will not be able to do this again!

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Meeting place: Kutztown Fire Co. Take 222 to Kutztown exit (becomes Main St.) Turn onto Noble St. go 3 blocks,fire company is on the left.Breakfast $8.00
Leader: Ron Kieffer 610-217-4637
Co-leader: Mercedes Jurkiewicz 484-515-8001 mercedes.jurkiewicz@gmail.com

Hike to the Pinnacle

Leaving the Kempton Rod and Gun Club at 12:12 PM and drive to the large Game Commission parking lot along Pine Swamp Road. Hike to the Pinnacle from the north side passing by Panther Spring in its wintery splendor. Can be slushy. Wear waterproof footwear. Bring light. Not for children!

Details
Meeting place: Kempton Rod and Gun Club. Take Rt. 143 between Lenhartsville and Kempton. Turn onto Pine Creek Rd, 1+mile. $5 breakfast.
Leader: Ron Kieffer 610-217-4637
Co-leader: Mercedes Jurkiewicz 484-515-8001 mercedes.jurkiewicz@gmail.com

Snow Tube at Blue Mountain Ski Area

Cost is $25.00 for 2 hours. Please call or email me if you plan to attend. I plan to make reservations. Also check the website for possible cancellation due to weather etc.

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Hike rating: A
Meeting place: Blue Mountain Ski 1660 Blue Mountain Drive Palmerton, Pa. Meet at ticket window for tubing