Watch the moonrise from the Pinnacle.

Please arrive by 4:30pm for a 4:45pm departure. As we will need to make it up to the Pinnacle by sunset, the group will leave on time. Please plan accordingly. Come and watch the full moon rise from the Pinnacle! April’s Full Moon, the Full Pink Moon, heralds the appearance of the pink moss, or wild ground phlox—one of the first spring flowers. This is an 8 mile loop hike, starting at the Hamburg Reservoir parking lot and then going up to the Pulpit and Pinnacle for spectacular views of the rising full moon. Moonrise is at 7:37pm and sunset is at 7:55pm. This is not a beginner's hike due to the ~1000' ascent, rocky terrain and nighttime conditions. Sturdy hiking boots are recommended. Bring a headlamp or flashlight, at least 2 liters of water and food/snacks. Rain or cloudy conditions cancels.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 8 miles
Hike rating: C
Meeting place: Hamburg Reservoir parking lot, 420 Reservoir Road Hamburg, PA
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299

Presentation followed by Monthly Business Meeting

Rescheduled presentation by Fred Branyan highlighting his adventures hiking/climbing Mt. Adams in the Cascades in Washington State. The presentation will be followed by the regular monthly business meeting.

Details
Meeting place: St. Timothy's Lutheran Church, 140 South Ott Street, Allentown, PA
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Karen Gradel 267-424-4602
Co-leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299

Join us for a short walk before the Allentown Hiking Club Meeting

Let's get a little exercise before the meeting starts. We will meet at St. Timothy's and walk about .6 miles to Cali Burrito on Reading Road to have some dinner. Afterward we'll head back to the church for the club meeting. Thunderstorms or heavy rain cancel the walk

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 1.5 miles
Hike rating: A+
Meeting place: St. Timothy's Lutheran Church, 140 South Ott Street, Allentown, PA
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com

This is a somewhat challenging hike along the Appalachian ridge which will include 1.1 miles on an exposed unstable boulder field and a stop at Outerbridge Shelter. Not for beginners! Many great views north and south!

Leaving from and returning to Lehigh Furnace Gap on the AT, this “loop” hike will include portions of the AT as well as the north and south trails on either side of it. If your main purpose is to go fast and get exercise, please consider another hike. We will be moving at a good clip, but stopping to enjoy the vistas and sightings along the way. Numerous views both north and south of the Northeast Extension and Lehigh River. Wear sturdy hiking boots and bring at least 2 liters of water, lunch and snacks. Rain cancels.

Details
Round trip road miles distance: 21 miles
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 10 miles
Hike rating: D
Meeting place: There is limited parking at the trail head, so we will be starting elsewhere and taking a limited number of cars there. Please contact Hike Leader for start location (ksnyd82@gmail.com) at least 2 days in advance.
Posted on meetup.com? NO

Hike New York City's Highline trail and Central Park

Spend the day hiking and sightseeing in New York City. The plan is to spend the day hiking on the Highline trail which is an old elevated rail bed that has been turned into a urban trail and then spend time hiking in Central park. In the event of heavy rain on the planned day plans may be modified to instead tour museums and other inside attractions. We will take the Transbridge bus from the Rt33 park and ride lot. You can Take Transbridge from other locations however some of those buses do not stop at Rt33 so you may be on a different bus than us, but we can meet at the port authority in NYC. You will need to purchase your bus ticket ahead of time and you will need cash to purchase subway tickets for our shuttle to the start of the Highline trail. You can join us for part of the hike however once you leave the group you are on your own.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 12+ miles
Hike rating: E+
Meeting place: Route 33 Park and Ride but please contact the event leader in advance.
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Mike "Sparky" Wuerstle 267-374-0324 bluegrasshorizon@yahoo.com

Join us for a walk through Quakertown

Let's look for some May flowers! We'll meet at the Eagle/Local in Quakertown and stay together as we head down to the Park at 4th. Once there, people can walk at their own pace as we circle around the different paths. After the walk we'll head back to the 200 year old historic Eagle/Local, a familiar local dive bar. Proprietors of The Local in Souderton, which offered fresh farm to table food, purchased the Eagle in Quakertown last year. Plans for renovations have been pushed back but the food is great. In addition to the unique fresh burgers, Tuesday is Breakfast for Dinner night. Meet in the parking lot behind the Eagle/Local. (make sure your GPS takes you to Quakertown and not Trumbauersville - we've had a few problems with that) Thunderstorms, Heavy snow, ice or rain cancels

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 2-4 miles
Hike rating: A+
Meeting place: The Eagle, Corner of Rts 212 and 313; Quakertown PA. Parking is behind the hotel or on the street; Usually quite a few spots across from the front entrance on Route 313 (Broad Street)
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com

Hike the rolling hills of Jacobsburg

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. Hiking boots recommended and water shoes might be nice to have for a cooling walk through Bushkill Creek. Bring water and lunch/snacks. Heavy rain cancels.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 15 miles
Hike rating: E+
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? YES
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299

Join us for a one hour walk through Robert 0. Keller Memorial Park in Richland Township

Due to the heavy rains last night and today, tonight's walk is cancelled. Spring is here ~ join us for a one hour walk through the nature trail at Robert 0. Keller Memorial Park in Richland Township. You can try out the exercise equipment along the way. Heavy rain cancels.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 2 miles
Hike rating: A
Meeting place: Please meet at 6:00 pm in the parking lot located next to the Township Building at 1328 California Road. (It's NOT Veteran's Park on Pumping Station - previously there was some confusion with GPS taking people there)
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com

Hike from either Ashfield road or Little Gap road to Lehigh gap.

The actual route will depend on the weather and the group. Bring water and lunch. This will be a relatively slow hike with stopping to discuss various natural points of interest.

Details
Round trip road miles distance: 6 miles
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 8 miles
Hike rating: B
Meeting place: Meet at Osprey House there will be car pooling
Posted on meetup.com? YES

Annual AT Maintenance Hike followed by potluck picnic 1:00 at Leaser Lake north ramp.

This is our annual clean-up of our section of the Appalachian Trail. Some effort will be to remove weeds, rocks, branches, invasive's, garbage from along the trail to allow the walk behind trimmer to be used by eliminating obstacles. Also maintenance at the shelter is needed. Please bring gloves, trimmers, clippers, water. After clean-up we will have a picnic at 1:00 at Leaser Lake north ramp. Hot dogs will be provided by the club. Please bring a covered dish item to share with the group. Bring a chair if you want.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 2-6 miles
Hike rating: A
Meeting place: Meet at the parking lot of the Blue Mountain Summit Restaurant; 2520 W Penn Pike, Andreas, PA 18211
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Ed Ritter 484-883-4657 critter888@verizon.net
Co-leader: Lucy Cantwell 267-664-3550

Join us for a walk on the rail trail in Center Valley

Due to the constant rain, tonight's walk is cancelled. Let's hope for better weather next week ~ Spring is here ~ and the sun is setting later. We will be walking on the towpath for about half an hour to 45 minutes before turning around and heading back before dark. Afterward we can try out the Copperhead Grill on Route 378 for some refreshments. Thunderstorms or heavy rain cancels

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 3-4 miles
Hike rating: A
Meeting place: Upper Saucon Township Community Park, Preston Lane, Center Valley/Bethlehem (parking lot by the bathrooms)
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com

A hike through the wilds of the Trexler Game Preserve

This loop hike will explore the northern portions of the Game Preserve, beginning at the Trexler Environmental Center, following the Border Trail through the Central Range to the North Range, then taking a variety of trails to explore the lesser-traveled sections of the park, returning to the Central Range and concluding on several trails that run along the Jordan Creek. There will be several long, steep climbs, multiple scenic overlooks, and likely buffalo and elk sightings. Early bailout options will be available. Wear sturdy hiking boots and bring at least 2 liters of water, lunch and snacks. Rain cancels. There has been a significant project underway recently to remove invasive growth throughout the park and while trails are still passable they are also littered with small branches and debris. Please be aware of this as you consider your participation in this hike. You can reference the park website for additional information: https://www.lehighcounty.org/Community/Trexler-Nature-Preserve/Our-Progress/Invasive-Plant-Removal

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 14 miles
Hike rating: E+
Meeting place: Trexler Environmental Center, 4935 Orchard Road Schnecksville, PA
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299

Join us for a walk on the rail trail in Hellertown, PA

We'll walk on the rail trail for about 40 minutes before turning around and heading back before dark. Afterward we can try out Lost Tavern Brewing on Main Street. They have a food truck until 8:30 pm. Meet by the bathrooms at Water Street Park. Heavy rain cancels.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 3-4 miles
Hike rating: A
Meeting place: Water Street Park, 90 W Water Street, Hellertown PA
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com

Join us for this fun, family-friendly night race through the Park at 4th!

This is a fundraiser event for Quakertown. I'm going so I thought I'd throw it out there for anyone who wants to join in. Here is a description from the Quakertown Borough Website: "Day-glow paint will mark this flat, fast 5k course which takes you through lit-up fields and woods and past the brand new Quakertown Amphitheater. There will be tons of photo opportunities along the way (including a selfie station!) to get some great shots of the glow-in-the-dark course. There is a 5k run and 1.5 mile walk option. All participants will get a t-shirt and race pack, including glow-in-the-dark items to wear on the run and donations from local businesses. Come for the run, but stay for the party! Join us for a music-filled after-party with a beer tent (for 21+) and food trucks. We'll be announcing age group awards as well!" The cost is $20 for the walk and $35 for the run. Registration at the park at 7:00 pm https://quakertown.org/government/parks-recreation/borough-events/glow-in-the-park

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 1.5 miles
Hike rating: A+
Meeting place: Please contact the event leader. I'm waiting for information on when and where to pick up the registration packet. I'm thinking we'll probably meet somewhere around the library at 6:45 but contact me at cpaetow@hotmail.com sometime before Saturday so I know to look for you.
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com

Cancelled

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 2 miles
Hike rating: C
Posted on meetup.com? YES