Allentown Hiking Club
Calendar
May 2019
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28 4-28-19 9:00 am | Hike
Lehigh Furnace Gap Boulder Field and AT HikeThis 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.
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1 5-1-19 7:30 pm | Meeting
MAY MONTHLY MEETINGPresentation followed by Monthly Business Meeting
The presentation will be followed by the regular monthly business meeting.
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12 5-12-19 9:00 am | Hike
CANCELLED - Green Lane Reservoir Hike - CANCECLLEDHIKE CANCELLED
Loop hike around the Green Lane Reservoir
This loop hike will circle the Green Lane Reservoir, affording views of both the lake and countryside. There will be several short climbs and stream crossings. Sturdy hiking boots are recommended. Bring at least 2 liters of water, lunch and snacks. Rain cancels.
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14 5-14-19 10:00 am | Hike
Hike trails of the Lehigh Gap Nature CenterHike a series of trails at the LGNC
Hike the LNE trail to the Arboretum short road walk to the D & L trail. Return on the D & L trail.
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16 5-16-19 6:00 pm | Hike
Weeknight Walks at 6:00 pm Upper Saucon (3-4 miles)Join us for a walk on the rail trail in Center Valley
Spring is here ~ and the sun is setting later. We will be walking on the towpath for about 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
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18 5-18-19 9:00 am | Hike
Natural History Hike at the Lehigh Gap Nature CenterNatural History Hike with LGNC
Little Gap to Lehigh Gap with a difficult decent into Lehigh Gap. Bring Lunch and water. Directions to Osprey House can be found on the Lehigh Gap Nature Center website - http://lgnc.org/how-to-get-here/.
5-18-19 9:00 am | Hike
(DATE UPDATED) AT Section Hike: Eckville to Fort Franklin RoadThis is a challenging hike which will include a 1000ft+ ascent and some very rocky terrain, and will feature stops at Dan's Pulpit, Balanced Rock, Tri-County Corner & Allentown Shelter. Hopefully, we will catch the Mountain Laurel in bloom!
Definitely not for beginners! If you have the stamina for a steep ascent, are a skilled rock hopper, and a fan of great vistas, you should enjoy this hike. 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. We'll be doing some shuttling, so I'll be looking for volunteer drivers. Wear sturdy boots and bring at least 2 liters of water, lunch and snacks. No dogs. Rain cancels.
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19 5-19-19 9:00 am | Maintenance
Annual Trail Maintenance and PicnicAnnual AT Maintenance Hike followed by potluck picnic 1:00pm at Leaser Lake north ramp.
This is the Allentown Hiking Club's annual clean-up of our section of the Appalachian Trail. Will be operating 2 DR string mowers, picking up trash, cleaning gutters at the shelter, removing branches and blow downs, and more. The distance to be covered is between 2-6 miles.
At 1:00pm we will meet at the Leaser Lake north ramp for a covered dish picnic. Please bring a covered dish item to share with the group. Bringing a chair is also a good idea. Hot dogs and soft drinks will be provided by the AHC.
Please bring gloves, trimmers, clippers, and water.
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22 5-22-19 6:00 pm | Hike
Weeknight Walks at 6:00 pm - Coopersburg (3-4 miles)Join us for a one hour walk on the rail trail in Coopersburg
We will be walking on the towpath for about 45 minutes before turning around and heading back before dark.
Afterward we can try out Copperhead Grill.
Thunderstorms or Heavy rain cancels
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30 5-30-19 6:00 pm | Hike
Scenic Lehigh Parkway CANCELLEDWe will be walking on the paths of the scenic Lehigh Parkway. We will meet at the "L'L-LeHi Trout Nursery" parking lot, 2901 Fish Hatchery Rd. Allentown, 18103. Our walk will include historic Bogart's Bridge.
Hike: 3-4 miles
Hike rating: A+
Posted on meetup.com Yes
Leader; Joyce Partington 908-887-0934
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1 6-1-19 7:00 pm | Hike
AHC's Annual Whip-poor-will HikeWhip-Poor-Will Hike
Meet at Osprey House at 6:45pm, or at Translator Lane at 7:00pm for those who are familiar with this hike. We will hike up Translator Lane to the top of the Mountain, listen for Whip-Poor-Wills and then, hike down the Mountain in the dark. Translator Lane is steep and gravely. A hiking stick / pole is recommended. Bring water and a flashlight if you want. Directions to Osprey House can be found on the Lehigh Gap Nature Center website - http://lgnc.org/how-to-get-here/
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