Calendar - Allentown Hiking Club

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24 2-24-19 9:00 am \| Hike Kyle's Backyard Series. CANCELLED Hiking in the Unami Hills This is part 1 of a series of hikes in the Green Lane Area. Two township preserves and an unnamed Lands Trust Parcel with a bit of private lands. So join in seeing the diabase and what it has to offer. Stream crossings, large boulders, meadows, and Devil's Potatoes Patch. Allentown Hiking Club members and special invites only. No MeetUp. Details Hike / bike / on-water distance: 10 miles Hike rating: D Meeting place: Please contact the event leader Posted on meetup.com? NO Link: https://www.allentownhikingclub.org/events/Kyles-Backyard-Series-CANCELLED-1543 Kyle's Backyard Series. CANCELLED	25	26	27	28 2-28-19 6:00 pm \| Hike Weeknight Walks - Quakertown McCooles (3-4 miles) Join us for 3-4 mile walk from the Quakertown Chamber of Commerce to the “Park at 4th” in Quakertown. Let's get our blood flowing with a short midweek stroll through Quakertown to the lighted Park at 4th and Mill. As it is dark now, please wear bright clothing and/or bring a flashlight. 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. Thunderstorms or heavy snow or rain cancels Details Hike / bike / on-water distance: 3-4 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 (This is located in town. If you put just the Chamber in your GPS it may take you to the old one on 663.) Posted on meetup.com? YES Leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com Link: https://www.allentownhikingclub.org/events/Weeknight-Walks-Quakertown-McCooles-34-miles-1550 Weeknight Walks - Quakertown McCooles (3-4 miles)	1	2 3-2-19 9:00 am \| Hike Trexler Nature Preserve (12-15 miles) Hike the trails of the Trexler Nature Preserve Meet at the Orchard Road parking lot for a 12-15 mile hilly hike exploring all corners of the Preserve. This hike is cross-posted with the Chester County Trail Club. Sturdy hiking boots are recommended. Bring 2L of water plus lunch and snacks. Details Hike rating: E+ Meeting place: Trexler Nature Preserve, 4935 Orchard Rd, Schnecksville, PA 18078 Posted on meetup.com? NO Link: https://www.allentownhikingclub.org/events/Trexler-Nature-Preserve-1215-miles-1559 Trexler Nature Preserve (12-15 miles)
3	4	5	6 3-6-19 7:30 pm \| Meeting MARCH MONTHLY MEETING * Location change Monthly Business Meeting followed by hike scheduling for the spring quarter. The meeting in March will be held at Illick's Mill 100 Illick's Mill Rd Bethlehem, PA 18107 Regular monthly business meeting followed by hike scheduling for the spring quarter. Hike leaders, please come prepared to list your hikes on the upcoming calendar to prevent duplication and overlaps. Details Meeting place: Illick's Mill 100 Illick's Mill Rd Bethlehem, PA 18107 Posted on meetup.com? YES Leader: Karen Gradel 215-536-5857 Co-leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299 jcnj168@ptd.net Link: https://www.allentownhikingclub.org/events/MARCH-MONTHLY-MEETING-Location-change-1555 MARCH MONTHLY MEETING * Location change	7	8	9
10 3-10-19 9:30 am \| Hike Hike French Creek State Park (14 miles) Let's explore the trails of French Creek State Park We'll cover trails in both French Creek State Park and Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site, including both Hopewell Lake and Scotts Run Lake and trails on both sides of Route 345. Trails are rocky and hilly and could be muddy. Please bring at least 2 liters of water and wear sturdy hiking boots. Heavy rain cancels. Trail map can be found here: http://www.docs.dcnr.pa.gov/cs/groups/public/documents/document/dcnr_004691.pdf Details Hike / bike / on-water distance: 14 miles Hike rating: E+ Meeting place: Hopewell Lake Boat Launch Posted on meetup.com? YES Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299 jcnj168@ptd.net Link: https://www.allentownhikingclub.org/events/Hike-French-Creek-State-Park-14-miles-1554 Hike French Creek State Park (14 miles)	11	12	13 3-13-19 6:00 pm \| Hike Week Night Hike at Lehigh Parkway Allentown Week Night Hike. Bogarts Bridge Allentown Parkway Lets walk the Parkway. there are early signs of spring, Willows with there green yellow color winter aconites and more. Let's celebrate the time change. Details Hike / bike / on-water distance: 3 - 4 miles Meeting place: 24th St. Oxford Dr. Allentown Pa 18103 Posted on meetup.com? NO Link: https://www.allentownhikingclub.org/events/Week-Night-Hike-at-Lehigh-Parkway-Allentown-1577 Week Night Hike at Lehigh Parkway Allentown	14	15	16 3-16-19 10:00 am \| Hike Morris Arboretum Searching for the early signs of Spring Spend a day Searching for the early signs of Spring, No death march here, go at your own pace and enjoy this beautiful setting. $20.00 Admission info@morrisaboretum.org. Printabe maps available on line Details Meeting place: 100 E Northwestern Ave Philadelphia Pa 19118 Posted on meetup.com? YES Link: https://www.allentownhikingclub.org/events/Morris-Arboretum-1544 Morris Arboretum
17 3-17-19 8:00 am \| Hike Loop Hike of Blue Marsh Lake (23 miles) Loop hike around Blue Marsh Lake This is a 23-mile loop hike around the lower portion of Blue Marsh Lake. There is no significant elevation gain, though the distance and pace make this a not-at-all-for-beginner hike. Bring at least 2+liters of water plus lunch and plenty of snacks to stay fueled. Steady rain or snow cancels. As this is a hike around a lake there are no bailout points and the group will need to stay together the entire time. Please ensure that you are fully intending to participate with the group for the entire loop hike. Website for the meeting point: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/blue-marsh-lake-dry-brooks-day-use-area/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=74763 Details Hike / bike / on-water distance: 23 miles Hike rating: E Meeting place: Meet at the Dry Brooks Day Use Center and park at the end of the road near the beach and concession stand. Posted on meetup.com? YES Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299 jcnj168@ptd.net Link: https://www.allentownhikingclub.org/events/Loop-Hike-of-Blue-Marsh-Lake-23-miles-1540 Loop Hike of Blue Marsh Lake (23 miles) 3-17-19 9:00 am \| Hike Roaring Creek Tract Weiser State Forest Hike Roaring Creek Weiser State Forest Roaring Creek is a High Quality water supply for Aqua who operates several reservoirs there. October 2003 though partnership the property was acquired and designated as State Forest Land. We will hike 15 of the 40 miles of trails there. With one long steep up hill trail near the beginning . There will be wet muddy trails near the creek and reservoirs. Bring 2liters water, snacks, lunch, and Laughter. Traction devices if there is still snow. Layered clothing. Details Hike / bike / on-water distance: 15 miles Hike rating: E+ Meeting place: Parking lot north of the town of Artistes on Route 42 north on the right hand side Posted on meetup.com? YES Link: https://www.allentownhikingclub.org/events/Roaring-Creek-Tract-Weiser-State-Forest-1567 Roaring Creek Tract Weiser State Forest	18	19	20	21	22	23
24	25	26	27 3-27-19 6:00 pm \| Hike Weeknight Walks - Quakertown Eagle (3-4 miles) Join us for a walk through Quakertown We'll meet at the Eagle/Local in Quakertown and stay together as we head down to the lighted Park at 4th. Once there, people can walk at their own pace as we circle around the different paths. After the walk we'll head back to the 200 year old historic Eagle/Local, a familiar local dive bar. Plans for renovations have been pushed back but the food is good! As it is dark now, please wear bright clothing and/or bring a flashlight. Meet in the parking lot behind the Eagle/Local. (make sure your GPS takes you to Quakertown and not Trumbauersville - we've had a few problems with that) Thunderstorms, Heavy snow or rain cancels Details Hike / bike / on-water distance: 3-4 miles Hike rating: A+ Meeting place: The Eagle, Corner of Rts 212 and 313; Quakertown PA. Parking in lot in back or on street; Make sure you are going to the borough of Quakertown; some GPS takes you to Trumbauersville Posted on meetup.com? YES Leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com Link: https://www.allentownhikingclub.org/events/Weeknight-Walks-Quakertown-Eagle-34-miles-1552 Weeknight Walks - Quakertown Eagle (3-4 miles)	28	29	30 3-30-19 to 3-31-19 9:00 am \| Hike (UPDATE) Walk on the Lowline Rail Trail. No Camping. Bring brunch money. Please call Ron for Sunday meeting place. The primary plan is to go to Intercourse, PA Fire company for breakfast on Sat. Then go to Glen Brendles' Farm for a 1/2 hour tour. (He's a "well-oiled" machine according to GRIT Magazine in the Sept '16 issue). Then walk the "Low Line Rail Trail" to Rte.41 and back to Mt. Vernon Road. UPDATE - The camping and the stay at Old Stone Guest House are not an option now. You are welcome to day hike on either day but you MUST call for meeting place for Sunday. On Sunday morning we'll go to the Gap Diner along Rte 30 and hike the "Lowline Railtrail" from Rte 41 to Rte 896 and back. This will be a bit longer than Saturday's walk. You MUST contact the leaders for meeting place for this hike on Sunday. Ron Kieffer cell - 610-217-4637 Mercedes Jurkiewicz 484-515-8001 Details Round trip road miles distance: 8 miles Hike / bike / on-water distance: 8 miles Hike rating: A+ Meeting place: Meeting place for Saturday - CJ HUMMRL’s Restaurant, 28 WIllow Street, Lenhartsville, PA 19534 Meeting place for Sunday - please call RON Posted on meetup.com? NO Leader: Ron Kieffer 610-217-4637 Co-leader: Mercedes Jurkiewicz 484-515-8001 mercedes.jurkiewicz@gmail.com Link: https://www.allentownhikingclub.org/events/UPDATE-Walk-on-the-Lowline-Rail-Trail-No-Camping-1545 (UPDATE) Walk on the Lowline Rail Trail. No Camping. 3-30-19 :00 am \| Hike (CANCELLED) Lehigh Gap Hike (Hike is cancelled due to schedule conflicts) Meet at the Appalachian Trail parking lot at the Lehigh Gap for a 10 mile loop hike on the AT and surrounding trails. This hike is cross-posted with the Chester County Trail Club. The plan is to go UP THE CLIFF, hike around, and come down the Winter Route. Our route may be adjusted depending on trail conditions. Sturdy hiking boots are recommended. Bring 2L of water plus lunch and snacks. Details Hike / bike / on-water distance: 10 miles Hike rating: D Meeting place: 4940 Lehigh Drive, Walnutport PA 18088 Posted on meetup.com? NO Link: https://www.allentownhikingclub.org/events/CANCELLED-Lehigh-Gap-Hike-1560 (CANCELLED) Lehigh Gap Hike 3-30-19 8:30 am \| Maintenance AT Trail Maintenance Allentown Hiking Club Section of AT. Maintenance ED needs help. There are blow downs, and lots of branches that need to be removed. Only 3 people replied to his call for assistance . Don"t be selfish and shallow and only use the trail. Get out and give back. T Do not let the Allentown Hiking Club look like we don"t CARE. Bring Gloves ,Pruning Shears, Loppers, Water, and safety glasses Details Meeting place: 309 south Parking Lot Posted on meetup.com? NO Leader: Ed Ritter 484-883-4657 critter888@verizon.net Link: https://www.allentownhikingclub.org/events/AT-Trail-Maintenance-1604 AT Trail Maintenance
31 3-30-19 to 3-31-19 9:00 am \| Hike (UPDATE) Walk on the Lowline Rail Trail. No Camping. Bring brunch money. Please call Ron for Sunday meeting place. The primary plan is to go to Intercourse, PA Fire company for breakfast on Sat. Then go to Glen Brendles' Farm for a 1/2 hour tour. (He's a "well-oiled" machine according to GRIT Magazine in the Sept '16 issue). Then walk the "Low Line Rail Trail" to Rte.41 and back to Mt. Vernon Road. UPDATE - The camping and the stay at Old Stone Guest House are not an option now. You are welcome to day hike on either day but you MUST call for meeting place for Sunday. On Sunday morning we'll go to the Gap Diner along Rte 30 and hike the "Lowline Railtrail" from Rte 41 to Rte 896 and back. This will be a bit longer than Saturday's walk. You MUST contact the leaders for meeting place for this hike on Sunday. Ron Kieffer cell - 610-217-4637 Mercedes Jurkiewicz 484-515-8001 Details Round trip road miles distance: 8 miles Hike / bike / on-water distance: 8 miles Hike rating: A+ Meeting place: Meeting place for Saturday - CJ HUMMRL’s Restaurant, 28 WIllow Street, Lenhartsville, PA 19534 Meeting place for Sunday - please call RON Posted on meetup.com? NO Leader: Ron Kieffer 610-217-4637 Co-leader: Mercedes Jurkiewicz 484-515-8001 mercedes.jurkiewicz@gmail.com Link: https://www.allentownhikingclub.org/events/UPDATE-Walk-on-the-Lowline-Rail-Trail-No-Camping-1545 (UPDATE) Walk on the Lowline Rail Trail. No Camping.	1	2	3 4-3-19 7:45 pm \| Meeting APRIL MONTHLY MEETING Presentation followed by Allentown Hiking Club Monthly Business Meeting Prior to the AHC April business meeting, Brian Urffer will give a presentation on honey bees. Details Meeting place: St. Timothy's Lutheran Church, 140 South Ott Street, Allentown, PA Posted on meetup.com? NO Leader: Karen Gradel 215-536-5857 Co-leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299 jcnj168@ptd.net Link: https://www.allentownhikingclub.org/events/APRIL-MONTHLY-MEETING-1566 APRIL MONTHLY MEETING 4-3-19 6:00 pm \| Hike Weeknight Walks (Allentown) Join us for a short walk before the Allentown Hiking Club Meeting Let's get a little exercise before the meeting starts. We will meet at St. Timothy's and walk about .6 miles to Cali Burrito on Reading Road to have some dinner. Afterward we'll head back to the church for the club meeting. Thunderstorms or heavy rain cancel the walk Details Hike / bike / on-water distance: 1.5 miles Hike rating: A+ Meeting place: St. Timothy's Lutheran Church, 140 South Ott Street, Allentown, PA Posted on meetup.com? NO Leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com Link: https://www.allentownhikingclub.org/events/Weeknight-Walks-Allentown-1597 Weeknight Walks (Allentown)	4	5	6

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Weeknight Walks - Quakertown McCooles (3-4 miles)

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Hike French Creek State Park (14 miles)

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Week Night Hike at Lehigh Parkway Allentown

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Morris Arboretum

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Loop Hike of Blue Marsh Lake (23 miles)

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Weeknight Walks - Quakertown Eagle (3-4 miles)

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(UPDATE) Walk on the Lowline Rail Trail. No Camping.

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AT Trail Maintenance

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(UPDATE) Walk on the Lowline Rail Trail. No Camping.

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