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

Monthly Business Meeting followed by hike scheduling for the summer

Regular monthly business meeting followed by hike scheduling for July, August and September. Hike leaders, please come prepared to list your hikes on the upcoming calendar to prevent duplication and overlaps.

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

This is a pleasant, moderately challenging hike along various mountain bike trails in a section of old growth forest in the slopes above the Lehigh River in Fountain Hill.

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. There are some wet areas and plenty of rocks, so please wear sturdy boots and bring at least 2 liters of water, lunch and snacks. Rain cancels.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 8 miles
Hike rating: C+
Meeting place: Please contact hike leader for starting location (ksnyd82@gmail.com) at least 2 days in advance.
Posted on meetup.com? NO

CANCELED - Let's explore the trails of French Creek State Park

We'll cover trails in both French Creek State Park and Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site, including both Hopewell Lake and Scotts Run Lake and trails on both sides of Route 345. Trails are rocky and hilly and could be muddy. Please bring at least 2 liters of water and wear sturdy hiking boots. Heavy rain cancels. Trail map can be found here: http://www.docs.dcnr.pa.gov/cs/groups/public/documents/document/dcnr_004691.pdf

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 14 miles
Hike rating: E+
Meeting place: Hopewell Lake Boat Launch
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299

Walk downtown Allentown and enjoy a Bach at Noon concert.

We will meet at Trout Hall to begin our walk around downtown Allentown, where we can view the new construction and historic sites. We will arrive at the air conditioned St. John's Lutheran Church on South 5th St. in time for the Bach concert. Conductor Greg Funfgeld provides an interesting introduction to the works on the program. The concert is free, but donations are appreciated. Bring water. Steady rain on morning of event cancels the hike, but we will meet at the church at 11:30 for the concert.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 5 miles
Hike rating: A+
Meeting place: Meet at Trout Hall at the corner of Walnut and South 4th Streets in Allentown.
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Barbara Wiemann 610-262-6977 blwiemann@gmail.com

Join us for a walk through Quakertown

It's almost summer. 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 good! 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 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

Want to walk a mile to see TOMMY JAMES & THE SHONDELLS

Since the weather looks good for Thursday, I thought we could do an impromptu walk to see the first Sounds of Summer Concert Series: Tommy James & The Shondells at Quakertown's Park at 4th. You will need to bring a chair to sit in and $20 cash for the concert. There will be a concession stand with food and drinks available; cash only. Tickets are available at the door at 6 pm so lets meet between 5:30 and 5:45 pm to start walking by 5:45 pm. Meet at the Chamber of Commerce at 21 N. Main Street, Quakertown, PA 18951 between 5:30 and 5:45 pm. (make sure you don't just put the Chamber in your GPS because it may take you to the old site off of 663 - the new one is in town down from McCooles). It's about 3/4 to a mile walk to the park - and then back again when the concert is over. Info is available on the website below. Let me know if you are planning to attend in case parking is an issue: cpaetow@hotmail.com. https://quakertown.org/government/parks-recreation/concerts

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 2 miles
Hike rating: A+
Meeting place: Please contact the event leader if you are coming in case parking is an issue. cpaetow@hotmail.com
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com

Loop hike around the lake at Tuscarora State Park

This is a loop hike around the lake at Tuscarora State Park. There are no significant climbs and the trails are well maintained. There are two stream crossings and some areas may be muddy. Please bring 2+liters of water and lunch/snacks and wear sturdy hiking boots. Trail map can be found here: http://www.docs.dcnr.pa.gov/cs/groups/public/documents/document/dcnr_003027.pdf

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 9 miles
Hike rating: C+
Meeting place: Meet at Tuscarora State Park; 687 Tuscarora Park Road, Barnesville, PA 18214
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299

Let's take a walk through Lake Lenape Park

Due to several hourly forecasts showing rain between 5 and 8, I'm going to postpone this walk until a later date. Thanks ~ We'll walk through Lenape Park stopping half way through our walk for ice cream at Dairy Queen.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 3 miles
Meeting place: Lake Lenape Park, 210 E Walnut Street, Sellersville PA
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com

Let's take a walk around Quakertown

Summertime is Ice Cream time. Let's meet at the parking lot in the triangle in Quakertown. We'll walk to the Park at 4th and then grab some great ice cream at Rosemarie's.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 3 miles
Meeting place: The triangle parking lot is located between Third and Fourth streets on W. Broad (Route 313).
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com

We will provide food, beverages and treats for Thru-hikers.

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.

Details
Meeting place: Bake Oven Road Parking lot. GPS Coordinates 40.744544, -75.738112
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Karen Gradel 267-424-4602

Want to walk a mile to see THE MARSHALL TUCKER BAND WITH HANNAH WICKLUND & THE STEPPIN STONES

Another last minute walk and concert if anyone is interested. At this point, it looks like rain and thunderstorms in the morning and afternoon but should clear up by the evening. Walk to Sounds of Summer Concert Series: THE MARSHALL TUCKER BAND WITH HANNAH WICKLUND & THE STEPPIN STONES at Quakertown's Park at 4th. You will need to bring a chair to sit in and $20 cash for the concert. There will be a concession stand with food and drinks available; cash only. Tickets are available at the door at 6 pm so lets meet at 5:45 pm to get a good spot. Once your chairs are set up, we can walk around the park. Meet at the Chamber of Commerce at 21 N. Main Street, Quakertown, PA 18951 at 5:45 pm. (make sure you don't just put the Chamber in your GPS because it may take you to the old site off of 663 - the new one is in town down from McCooles). It's about 3/4 to a mile walk to the park - and then back again when the concert is over. Info is available on the website below. Thunderstorms or rain cancels. (concert is still on unless severe weather, however, I am a fair weather concert go-er) Let me know if you are planning to attend in case parking is an issue: cpaetow@hotmail.com. https://quakertown.org/government/parks-recreation/concerts

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 2 miles
Hike rating: A+
Meeting place: Please contact the event leader if you are coming in case parking is an issue. cpaetow@hotmail.com
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com

We will provide food, beverages and treats for Thru-hikers.

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.

Details
Meeting place: Bake Oven Road Parking lot. GPS Coordinates 40.744544, -75.738112
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Karen Gradel 267-424-4602