Hike to the Eagles Nest and Eagles Nest Shelter via Sand Spring and Tom Lowe Trail.

We'll have a doggie roast at the Arboretum when we return. Bring a chair and some food item to share.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 8 miles
Meeting place: Rentschler Arboretum(12:30). You may also meet at C.J. Hummel's, I78 & Rte 143, Lenhartsville (12:00). Please contact the event leader.
Leader: Ron Kieffer 610-217-4637
Co-leader: Mercedes Jurkiewicz 484-515-8001 mercedes.jurkiewicz@gmail.com

This will be a monthly business meeting with a break for refreshments and scheduling for July, August, September 2010.

Details
Meeting place: St Timothy's Lutheran Church, 140 South Ott St, Allentown, Pa.

Hike from Early Mill Road to State Game Land No. 211 Parking Lot (Daupin County)

We will start out on paved rural roads as we finish our traverse of the valley. Then we will hike along Manada Creek and pass the ruins of Manada Furnace, and then the village of Manada Gap. The last 4.5 miles are in the Game Lands.

Details
Round trip road miles distance: 135 miles
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 11.5 miles
Meeting place: Rodeway Inn at PA 309 and US 22.
Leader: Barbara Wiemann 610-262-6977 blwiemann@gmail.com
Co-leader: Virginia Musser 717-626-0069

We'll cross the Jordan 7 times and cross 5 different covered bridges.

Bike trip is 15 miles and has one big hill. Bikes available to reserve, if you do not own one.

Details
Meeting place: 1:01 PM Kutztown University Parking lot on College Blvd across from the fairgrounds or LCCC at 2:02 PM., you must call!
Leader: Ron Kieffer 610-217-4637

Hike from Osprey House to the Microwave Towers on top of the Blue.

Then down Translator Lane. We will also hike the LNE trail, Prairie Grass trail, Charcoal trail and the Blue trail of the AT. We will wait until dark at the towers and hope to hear the call of the Whip-Poor-Will. A flashlight is essential as we will be hiking in the dark. A hiking stick is recommended as Translator Lane is steep and gravely. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring a bottle of water. This hike is in cooperation with Lehigh Gap Nature Center (LGNC). Bob Hoopes from LGNC will give us an update on activities at LGNC and also interpret the hike. This hike will require a car shuttle.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 5-6 miles
Hike rating: B+
Meeting place: Meet at Osprey House located at Lehigh Gap Nature Center.

Meander the network of trails & roadways of the Dixon R Miller Recreation Area.

There are many ways to wander through here, but the trail intersections are well marked, and a good map will see us through. Hike lenght & duration will depend on the whims of the group. Heavy rain cancels. No pets.

Details
Meeting place: Best Western parking lot at routes 22 & 512

Evening trail work at LGNC.

This year we will work on the Chestnut Oak trail. Although the trail is completed There are a few spots that need some improvement. with a good turn out we can complete this in one evening. Bring gloves, water and enthusiasm.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: o miles
Meeting place: Meet at Osprey House LGNC

Hike to Overlooks at the Pulpit and Pinnacle.

Scenic Pinnacle Loop Hike near Hamburg, Pa. Conservation will be the topic of the day. First time hikers with leader will be screened. Optional Pizza stop after the hike. No children under 16 due to the Strenuous nature of this hike. Dogs allowed.

Details
Round trip road miles distance: 40 miles
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 9 miles
Hike rating: C
Meeting place: Please contact the event leader

Circle hike to Mount Minsi to check out the mountain laurel.

Climb using the AT and return via the fire trail. Enjoy a moderate hike which includes a 700 feet climb. Dogs welcome.

Details
Round trip road miles distance: 60 miles
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 6 miles
Hike rating: B+
Meeting place: Call Nick for meeting place.
Leader: Nick Rosato 610-437-3199

Spur of the moment posting for my Favorite Local Hike: Loop hike Starting at the DWG visitor center, climbing Mt Tammany, then continuing to Sunfish Pond.

This 12 mile hike starts on the Mt Tammany Trail with a 1200 ft climb of Mt. Tammany. We will continue along the ridge for several miles, then turn onto the spur trail which takes us to Sunfish Pond. After hiking around Sunfish Pond we will return via Dunnfield Creek Trail. Optional Pizza stop after the hike. This is a Dog Friendly Event.

Details
Round trip road miles distance: 50 miles
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 12 miles
Hike rating: D
Meeting place: Please contact the event leader for meeting time and place