Kevin Halbfoerster will give a talk on Bake Oven Knob.

Starting at 7:30pm our guest speaker will be Kevin Halbfoerster from the Pennsylvania Game Commission with a talk on Bake Oven Knob. Following the presentation there will be a break for refreshments and our monthly business meeting.

Details
Meeting place: St. Timothy's Lutheran Church, 10 South Ott Street, Allentown, PA.
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Lucy Cantwell 267-664-3550

Loop hike to the Pulpit and Pinnacle

This is a 10 mile loop hike, starting at the Hamburg Reservoir parking lot, climbing to Pulpit Rock and then following the ridge to the Pinnacle for spectacular views of the Lehigh Valley. This is not a beginner's hike due to the 1000' ascent and very rocky terrain. Bring a least 2L of water and lunch / snacks. Steady rain cancels.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 9 miles
Hike rating: C
Meeting place: Hamburg Reservoir parking lot; 410 Reservoir Rd, Hamburg, PA
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299 jcnj168@ptd.net

This is a moderately challenging hike along various mountain bike trails in a section of old growth forest in the slopes above the Lehigh River in Fountain Hill. Optional visit to Janet Goloub's gravesite.

I am adding about 1.5 miles of steep, rocky terrain to the 6.5 mile hike we did last year, but it will be possible to sit this section out if you prefer. Janet Goloub's gravesite is only steps away from the start of the hike in Green Meadow burial ground. Please arrive 20 minutes early if you would like to visit and pay your respects. There are some wet areas and plenty of rocks, so please wear sturdy boots and bring at least 2 liters of water, lunch and snacks. Rain cancels. Please RSVP by May 7th(ksnyd82@gmail.com) so I can decide whether to open up to Meetup.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 8 miles
Meeting place: Dodson Park, Dodson Street, Fountain Hill.
Posted on meetup.com? NO

Walk the loop portion of this paved rail trail.

We will pass the Saylor Cement kilns and walk along scenic Coplay Creek. Bring water. Optional post-hike stop at King Kone for ice cream. Steady rain cancels. No Dogs. No calls after 4 PM on day of hike.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 5.3 miles
Meeting place: From US 22 and Rt. 145, drive north on Rt. 145 to Chestnut St. Turn right on Chestnut (there is a Sheetz at the intersection) and drive to Ironton trailhead on your right.
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Barbara Wiemann 610-262-6977 blwiemann@gmail.com

Hike from Little Gap to Lehigh Gap.

Enjoy a hike with a difficult descent into Lehigh Gap from the East. Wear sturdy hiking shoes for the Rocky trail. Bring water and lunch. This is a Natural History hike so we will be stopping to discuss any observation of interest. This is an area that a lot of work has been done to revegitate a Superfund site.

Details
Round trip road miles distance: 10 miles
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 5-6 miles
Hike rating: B+
Meeting place: Osprey House at Lehigh Gap Nature Center
Posted on meetup.com? YES

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

This is our annual clean-up of our section of the A.T. Please bring gloves, trash bags, clippers, water and covered-dish item to share with group. Marion Orlousky of the ATC will join us again this year to provide guidance on the removal of invasive plant species from portions of the trail. After clean-up we will have a picnic at Leaser Lake. Please let the coordinator, Ed Ritter (610-261-1847, Cell 484-241-7782) know what dish you will be bringing. Hot dogs will be provided by the club. 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

Monthly business meeting

Our monthly business meeting will be held at 7:30PM with a break for refreshments. This is our summer hike scheduling meeting for July, August and September. These scheduled events will be published in our Summer Happy Hiker and posted on our website. Please complete our updated AHC Hike/Event form and give to the Hike Scheduling Coordinator Edna Himmler.

Details
Meeting place: St. Timothy's Lutheran Church, 10 South Ott Street, Allentown, PA. St. Timothy's Lutheran Church, 10 South Ott Street, Allentown, PA.
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Lucy Cantwell 267-664-3550

We will hike up Translator lane to the top of the mountain.

At dusk we will then listen for Whip-Poor-Wills and on the way back in the dark. Bring water and a flashlight if you wish. A hiking stick or pole is suggested as Translator lane is very steep. Those familiar with this hike can meet at Translator lane at 7:00PM.

Details
Round trip road miles distance: 2 miles
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 2 miles
Hike rating: B+
Meeting place: Osprey House at Lehigh Gap Nature Center or Translator Lane at 7:00PM
Posted on meetup.com? YES