At 7:30PM there will be a presentation by Tom Gettings from the Wildlands Conservancy, followed by our monthly meeting.

Tom Gettings from the Wildlands Conservancy will give a PowerPoint slidesshow about the 100 years of the Trexler Game Preserve / Trexler Nature Preserve. Following the presentation there will be a break for refreshments and our monthly business meeting.

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Meeting place: St. Timothy's Lutheran Church, 140 South Ott Street, Allentown, PA
Leader: Mike "Sparky" Wuerstle 267-374-0324 bluegrasshorizon@yahoo.com

Hike around Merrill Creek Reservoir. Sections of this trail may be muddy or wet so wear appropriate footwear.

Bring lunch and water. Driving and trail conditions will be considered. No pets please.

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Round trip road miles distance: 26 miles
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 5.5 miles
Hike rating: A
Meeting place: Parking lot near McDonalds in Easton at the intersection of Routes 22 and 248 (25th Street).
Co-leader: Nick Rosato 610-437-3199

Yet another in a series of short hikes through the park, a concert at Allentown Symphony Hall following by relaxing meal/drink with friends at the Allentown Brewworks.

Short walk along the Hassen Creek Nature Trail at Upper Macungie Township Park (park is along Rte 100 just North of Fogelsville) where we will construct and install a Wood Duck Nest Box. Hike will start at 12:34 P.M. Expect it to be “smeary” so bring boots and clean shoes for the concert. Then we go to the 3:00 P.M. Allentown Symphony Concert at the Allentown symphony Hall (23 N. 6th St. 610-432-6715; 10% discount to hikers -mention this). Afterwards we’ll enjoy a brew at the Allentown Brewworks -812 Hamilton st. (10% food discount with concert ticket). Free parking at the garage deck at 6th and Linden sts. Leader (and cellist)Mercedes Jurkiewicz 484-515-8001 Co-leader a (and usher) Ron Kieffer 610-562-8680

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Hike / bike / on-water distance: 1 miles
Meeting place: Directions to Upper Macungie Park, Rte 100 N of Fogelsville. Over the hill, Right at the light, Right at the Stop Sign on Hassel-dahl Rd. to the Park.
Leader: Mercedes Jurkiewicz 484-515-8001 mercedes.jurkiewicz@gmail.com
Co-leader: Ron Kieffer 610-217-4637

Forecast is for a very sunny day on Saturday. This 7.2 hike is in the beautiful Trexler Nature Preserve.

Forecast is for a very sunny day on Saturday. This 7.2 hike is in the beautiful Trexler Nature Preserve. This is a hike with mostly grass and dirt trails. There are rolling hills and panoramic views of the area with occasional climbs.You may see Bison and Elk during the hike. People friendly dogs are welcome. No children under 16.

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Round trip road miles distance: 10 miles
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 7.2 miles
Hike rating: B
Meeting place: Please contact the event leader

Rescheduling the snowed out hike of January 21,2012.

This pleasant walk is short, along the historic canal in Walnutport. Conditions are unpredictable, so call the leader. Hike distance is 5 miles for those who wish, but can be extended 3 miles. Rain or heavy snow cancel, also icy towpath.

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Round trip road miles distance: 1 miles
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 5 miles
Hike rating: A+
Meeting place: Rite-Aid in Walnutport.

Hike from PA Rt 309 to the Allentown Shelter and back.

With the showers to end in the morning, the forecast is for mild temperatures in the 50's for the afternoon. Bring snacks and water. If the weather changes, we can always shorten the hike.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 8 miles
Hike rating: A+
Meeting place: Please contact the event leader if you plan to attend. Meet on PA 309 at the Blue Mountain Summit Restaurant parking lot (south end at the tower.)
Co-leader: Nick Rosato 610-437-3199

Hike up the East side of Lehigh Gap on the Appalachian Trail (AT).

Cancelled Due to High Wind in the Forecast.The hike will be rescheduled

Details
Round trip road miles distance: 4 miles
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 3 miles
Hike rating: E+
Meeting place: Please contact the event leader