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3-1-26 10:00 am | Hike
(Cancelled) Eagle’s Nest via Sand Spring & Tom Lowe Trails Loop (Updated)Cancelled. To be Rescheduled in near future.
(Cancelled) The 9.4 mile hike begins at the PA State Game Lands 110 parking lot on Northkill Road and follows a game lands service road before transitioning onto the Sand Spring Trail (blue blazes), crossing Northkill Creek and climbing steadily alongside a stream to the historic rock-walled Sand Spring and the junction with the Tom Lowe Trail. The route then briefly joins the Appalachian Trail, traversing rocky terrain and game commission burn areas, before turning onto the Eagles Nest Trail and reaching the Eagles Nest lookout about a mile later.
The return follows the Tom Lowe Trail (orange blazes), descending steeply from the ridge, crossing several streams—including a wooden bridge near mile eight—and following Northkill Creek back to the parking area. Expect rocky footing in places.
Come prepared with sturdy footwear, snacks, lunch, and plenty of fluids; the hike will be canceled in the event of adverse weather.
Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 9.4 miles
Hike rating: D+
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Howard Reid 610-420-8194
(Cancelled) Eagle’s Nest via Sand Spring & Tom Lowe Trails Loop (Updated)
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3-2-26 9:00 am | Hike
Pulpit-Pinnacle-Haha Hike (Pinnacles Birthday Hike)Loop Hike with scenic views
This hike will begin will begin with an approximately 1000' elevation gain up to the top of the ridge, a trek along the ridge with sweeping vistas, and part of the AT. Terrain is often rocky and uneven with significant elevation change, and there is a good possibility of encountering snow/ice on the trail. Participants must have traction devices with them in case they are needed and should be able to handle the distance, elevation, and uneven trail conditions. Sturdy footwear is required and trekking poles may be helpful. Bring proper hydration, snacks, and a trail lunch and dress in layers. We will have a lunch/celebration stop along the way so it would be good to have an extra layer to use to keep warm while we are stopped if needed.
This hike will be canceled if adverse weather is predicted that day.
Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 11 miles
Hike rating: D
Meeting place: Hamburg Reservoir parking lot - 400 Reservoir Rd, Hamburg, PA
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Heidi Forgione 703-402-1057
Pulpit-Pinnacle-Haha Hike (Pinnacles Birthday Hike)
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3-4-26 7:00 pm | Meeting
MARCH MONTHLY MEETINGMonthly Business Meeting and presentation by Welles Lobb about his book He Was Too Young to Die that captures a friend's tragic trek on the AT.
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Meeting place: St. Timothy's Lutheran Church, 140 South Ott Street, Allentown, PA Enter from the back parking lot
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299
Co-leader: Karen Gradel 267-424-4602
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3-7-26 9:00 am | Hike
DATE CHANGE - Hike Jacobsburg State Park (10-12 miles)Hike the rolling hills of Jacobsburg State Park
We will cover many of the 18 miles of trails this park offers. Trails of varied surfaces are through meadows and forests with rolling hills. Sturdy hiking boots are recommended. Bring water and lunch/snacks. Steady rain or snow cancels.
Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 10-12 miles
Hike rating: D+
Meeting place: Meet at the large, triangular parking lot, just south of the park's Environmental Education Center, on Belfast Road.
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299
DATE CHANGE - Hike Jacobsburg State Park (10-12 miles)
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3-10-26 10:30 am | Hike
Monocacy Trail and Bach At Noon ConcertHike the Monocacy Trail and enjoy a Bach At Noon Concert
Meet at the Illick's Mill parking lot at 100 Illick's Mill Road in Bethlehem. We will walk the Monocacy Trail 2 miles to Central Moravian Church, 400 Main St., Bethlehem for the Bach At Noon Concert. The concert is free, by donations are gratefully appreciated. After the concert there will be an optional behind the scenes tour of the church and there will be two leaders to lead each group back, both those who want to go directly back to the cars as well as those who want to stay for the tour. After the event, we will follow the same 2 mile route back to our cars. The Monocacy Trail is flat with both paved and gravel surfaces, though it may be muddy. Bring lunch and water. Rain on the morning of the event will cancel the hike, and we will meet on the balcony of the church at 11:50 am to enjoy the concert.
Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 4 miles
Hike rating: A+
Meeting place: Meet at Illick's Mill Parking Lot, 100 Illick's Mill Rd. in Bethlehem.
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299
Monocacy Trail and Bach At Noon Concert
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3-12-26 7:15 am | Hike
Early Morning Walk through Allentown's Lehigh Parkway (6-7 miles)An Early Morning Walk
Let's get an early start to the day and enjoy a peaceful Lehigh Parkway. We will meet at the Allentown Fish Hatchery and complete a series of figure eights all along the Little Lehigh Creek. You can complete the entire distance or turn around and head back early depending on the distance you are comfortable with. Sneakers are fine as the terrain is both paved and crushed stone. Bring water and perhaps snacks if you think you will be hungry and dress for the weather conditions.
Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 6-7 miles
Hike rating: B+
Meeting place: Allentown Fish Hatchery; 2901 Fish Hatchery Road Allentown, PA 18103
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299
Early Morning Walk through Allentown's Lehigh Parkway (6-7 miles)
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3-14-26 9:00 am | Hike
Hike the Switchback Railroad in Jim Thorpe (11-12 miles)A loop hike of the switchback railroad and through Jim Thorpe.
This rugged hike will start at Mauch Chunk Lake Park. We will hike on historic rail beds with a graded ascent to a vista followed by a steep descent back into town. And a swingset! Please bring 2+ liters of water plus lunch and snacks and wear sturdy hiking boots. Trekking poles are recommended. Steady rain or thunderstorms cancels.
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Hike / bike / on-water distance: 11-12 miles
Hike rating: D+
Meeting place: Meet at Mauch Chunk Lake Park; 625 Lentz Trail, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 When you enter the park, keep left at the Park Office and head towards the parking lot near the lake.
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299
Hike the Switchback Railroad in Jim Thorpe (11-12 miles)
3-14-26 10:00 am | Hike
Miller Mountain Ridge (Schuylkill County)Rugged and rewarding 7-mile hike from 10:00am – 3:00pm
Rugged and rewarding 7-mile hike that explores the rocky ridgelines of Miller Mountain, one of Schuylkill County’s lesser known but more physically demanding hiking areas. The route features steep ascents, sustained elevation gain, and classic Pennsylvania ridge terrain. Expect rocky footing in places.
Come prepared with sturdy footwear, snacks, lunch, and plenty of fluids.
The hike will be canceled in the event of adverse weather.
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Hike / bike / on-water distance: 7 miles
Hike rating: B+
Meeting place: 19 Jurista Dr S, Tunkhannock, PA 18657
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Howard Reid 610-420-8194
Miller Mountain Ridge (Schuylkill County)
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3-26-26 7:00 am | Hike
Early Morning Walk through Allentown's Lehigh Parkway (6-7 miles)An Early Morning Walk
Let's get an early start to the day and enjoy a peaceful Lehigh Parkway. We will meet at the Allentown Fish Hatchery and complete a series of figure eights all along the Little Lehigh Creek. You can complete the entire distance or turn around and head back early depending on the distance you are comfortable with. Sneakers are fine as the terrain is both paved and crushed stone. Bring water and perhaps snacks if you think you will be hungry and dress for the weather conditions.
Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 6-7 miles
Hike rating: B+
Meeting place: Allentown Fish Hatchery; 2901 Fish Hatchery Road Allentown, PA 18103
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299
Early Morning Walk through Allentown's Lehigh Parkway (6-7 miles)
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3-28-26 9:00 am | Hike
Loop Hike around Mount Minsi (8-9 miles)Loop hike around Mount Minsi
This is a 8-9 mile loop hike that will have us climbing 1,100'+ with multiple beautiful views of the Delaware River culminating with a view across to Mount Tammany. Lunch at the top of the climb will be followed by a ridge walk along the Appalachian Trail to Totts Gap with a gradual road descent to a woodland trail back to the parking lot. The initial climb is steep in places with some stream crossings and therefore sturdy hiking boots and trekking poles are recommended. Steady rain or thunderstorms will cancel. Bring at least 2L of water plus lunch and snacks.
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Hike / bike / on-water distance: 8-9 miles
Hike rating: C
Meeting place: Mount Minsi Loop Trailhead, also called the Lake Lenape Parking Access, is a left turn off Mountain Road, just behind the Deer Head Inn in Delaware Water Gap, PA.
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299
Loop Hike around Mount Minsi (8-9 miles)
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