Generally considered a moderately challenging route which will traverse through the abandoned Village of Rausch Gap. Weather cancels hike and hikers should bring snacks, lunch and lots of fluids.

Meeting Place: Appalachian Trail Parking, Mine Road, Jonestown Park. 17038
GPS: 40.48192350957216, -76.55067287116377

We will explore the new boardwalk trail and some of the other trails at the Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary with an optional stop after the walk for some food.

This is an evening trek where will hike a series of trails throughout Lehigh Gap Nature Center property... LNE Trail, Prairie Grass Trail, Charcoal Trail, Appalachian Trail up to a grouping of cell towers where we will wait for sunset before descending Translater Lane. Total elevation gain will be approximately 1,200'. At the towers we will wait for dark and listen for the calls of the Whip-Poor-Will on our way back down. We will be hiking in the dark on the descent so a flashlight or headlamp is essential. Please bring snacks, water, and wear sturdy hiking boots. Trekking poles are recommended as the area we will be hiking is steep and rocky. Steady rain cancels.

A rocky challenging hike that starts at Wind Gap and ends at the trailhead just north of Bangor. The trail is steep at parts as it climbs up Blue Mountain so wear sturdy boots.

This is a point-to-point hike so all hikers need to confirm attendance with hike leader so transportation can be coordinated.

Hikers should bring snacks, lunch and lots of fluids. Weather cancels hike

Meeting Place: 9 East 3rd Street, Wind Gap, PA 18091, Coordinates: 40.8608, -75.2925

This is a loop hike around the lake at Tuscarora State Park. There are some minor climbs and while the trails are sometimes rocky and heavily rooted, the trails are well maintained. There are some stream crossings and several areas are likely to be muddy. Please bring 2+ liters of water and lunch/snacks and wear sturdy hiking boots.

Trail map can be found here:

We always get a great assortment of goodies and supplies. Fresh fruit, vegetables and sweet treats are always popular. You can also contact hike leader to find out what we need. Karen 267-424-4602 or email me at kjgradel@gmail.com.

We always get a great assortment of goodies and supplies. Fresh fruit, vegetables and sweet treats are always popular. You can also contact hike leader to find out what we need. Karen 267-424-4602 or email me at kjgradel@gmail.com.