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.

Description: Wind Gap to Smith Gap offers stunning views of Pennsylvania’s rugged terrain, featuring dense forests, rocky ridges, and scenic overlooks. Hikers can enjoy the diverse flora and fauna along the way while exploring a portion of one of America's iconic long-distance trails. It's a great opportunity to experience the natural beauty of the Appalachian Mountains.

Expect rocky footing in places and come prepared with sturdy footwear, snacks, lunch, and plenty of fluids; the hike will be canceled in the event of adverse weather.

Meet at Trout Hall at 4th and Walnut Streets in Allentown. This year is the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, so as we walk the original streets laid out by William Allen in 1762, we will explore the colonial village and its role during the Revolution as well as view the current redevelopment activity. This walk is on city sidewalks with stops to look at our surroundings. We will end our walk at St. John's Lutheran Church on S. 5th St. for the Bach At Noon concert. The concert is free, but donations are appreciated. Bring water and snacks. Rain on the morning of the even cancels the walk portion, but anyone interested in the concert can meet at the church at 11:50 a.m.

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:

This is a relatively flat loop trail around Leaser Lake in Kempton. There are some rocky sections and a creek crossing or two, but most of this hike is on gentle terrain. After one 4 mile loop, those who want a longer hike will repeat the loop in the opposite direction. Steady rain will cancel. Bring water and lunch/snacks.

Description:  Let’s celebrate summer with a roundtrip 8-mile night hike to Dan's Pulpit starting at 4pm from the Kempton PA Game Commission Parking Lot.  The hike is a moderate hike and warm clothes, snacks or dinner, headlamps and a great attitude is required :) Please note that the hike will be canceled in the event of adverse weather conditions.

Meet at the new Park Office/Visitor Center at 8 am.  We will explore multiple trails and hopefully experience some rhododendron tunnels, blooming mountain laurel, small waterfalls, and a view of the Lehigh River.  There is over 1000' of elevation gain in the planned route.  Trails will be rocky and rooty in spots and we will have multiple creek crossings.  We will end with the beautiful and challenging (due to multiple creek crossings) Shades of Death Trail back to our starting point.  

**Since this is an approximately 10 mile summer hike, participants are expected to bring at least 2 L of water as well as some type of electolytes (fast chews/gummies or electrolyte drink).  Bring a trail lunch/snacks.  Footwear with good traction is required and trekking poles or a hiking stick are recommended.    

Other items to consider are sunscreen, bug spray, a hat, perhaps extra socks if you get wet feet.  In the summer I prefer to not use waterproof shoes but rather shoes that drain and dry quickly.  

If you are interested in cooling off in Sand Spring Lake we can take a walk over post-hike.

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.

Description: 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 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, stream crossings and come prepared with sturdy footwear, snacks, lunch, and plenty of fluids; the hike will be canceled in the event of adverse weather.

This is a 9-10 mile loop hike that will start with a 400' climb from the trailhead up to the beautiful view from Milford Knob. We will continue along wooded trails to Hackers Falls and then Raymondskill Falls, the tallest waterfall in PA, where we will stop for lunch. We will then climb and continue along the bluffs before descending back to the trailhead. Steady rain or thunderstorms will cancel. Bring at least 2L of water plus lunch and snacks.

It's that time again for our annual picnic. The club will provide hot dogs and drinks. We ask our members to bring a favorite dish to share with the group.

DIRECTIONS: I-78 to the Lehigh Street exit then north on Lehigh Street. Turn right at the 1st light onto Downyflake Lane. Then turn right onto S. 12th Street. At the light, turn left onto W Emmaus Avenue. Then turn right, before the Eastern Salisbury Fire and Rescue, onto Honeysuckle Road. Then bear left onto Black River Road. Franko Park is 1/4 mile on the left.