We 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

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 3-4 miles
Hike rating: A+
Meeting place: see above
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Joyce Partington 908-887-0934

Whip-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/

Details
Round trip road miles distance: 2 miles
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 2 miles
Hike rating: C
Meeting place: Osprey House, 8844 Paint Mill Rd., Slatington, PA 18080
Posted on meetup.com? NO

Neighborhood hike.

Meet at the Oakwood Shopping Center parking lot off 873. Road walk to Crystal Springs Creamery for ice cream. The return walk will allow you to work off those calories it will be all uphill.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 3 miles
Hike rating: A+
Meeting place: Oakwood Shopping Center Rte. 873 Any questions contact Anne Griffin 610-760-0479
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Anne Griffin 484-350-5832

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? YES
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

Hello, Sorry for the late notice but with a storm looming, I don't want to chance getting stuck in a thunderstorm. The meeting is still at 7:30 and some people will be there early sorting through items in the library to see what stays and what goes so if you want to head in early, you can do that. Thanks ~ Cindy 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 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. Last year at this time the Tulip Poplar was in full fragrant bloom.

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 (ksnyd82@gmail.com) for starting location at least 2 days in advance.
Posted on meetup.com? NO

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

4 hours hike

Hike to the Pinnacle to watch the Fireworks from the Kempton Fair. FIREWORKS starts at 10 pm (rain date Sat). Bring along your night hiking gears.

Meet at 7pm at C.J. Hummel’s. Carl pool leaves at 7:07pm. Hike starts at 7:30pm (off the Reservoir Road).

Leader: Ron Kieffer, 610-217-4637
Co-leader: Mercedes Jurkieiwicz, 484-515-8001 or Mercedes.Jurkiewicz@gmail.com

Details
Round trip road miles distance: 4 miles
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 4 miles
Hike rating: A+
Meeting place: C.J. Hummel’s Restaurant (28 Willow St, Lenhartsville, PA 19534). Place vehicle along Route 143 between the SR 22 in Lenhartsville.
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Ron Kieffer 610-217-4637
Co-leader: Mercedes Jurkiewicz 484-515-8001 mercedes.jurkiewicz@gmail.com

Let's take the kids to see the "Pooh" tree

Due to a family obligation I need to cancel this walk. I will try to reschedule later this summer. The Pooh Tree is a great place for children to visit. The walk is only about a half mile loop and perfect for little ones. It is a wooded trail so strollers would not work well but it is do-able for even toddlers at a slower pace. We'll make the loop for the children and spend a little time exploring the Pooh tree and then head back. If anyone wants to continue exploring trails, we can do that too. According to the Peace Valley website, "Peace Valley offers 14 miles of nature trails in the woods and meadows at the eastern end of Lake Galena. The walking options vary from groomed foot paths near the Nature Center Solar Building to remote hiking trails in the mature woods. The foot paths are generally mowed or graveled and provided with bridges or stone steps at creek crossings."

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 1-2 miles
Hike rating: B+
Meeting place: Peace Valley Nature Center, 170 N. Chapman Road, Doylestown, PA 18901
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Cynthia Paetow 215-494-6973 cpaetow@hotmail.com

Hike the rolling hills of Jacobsburg State Park

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. Steady 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

(Cancellation note) Due to the projected thunderstorms tonight, I am going to cancel this walk. Even if doesn't rain at 6:00 pm; I think the trail will be very muddy with all the rain we have already had as the path is not paved.

Hopefully, our streak of rain and thunderstorms will end soon!

Thanks - Cindy

----- original hike details ----- 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. Thunderstorms or Heavy rain cancels.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 2 miles
Hike rating: A
Meeting place: (cancelled)
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

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

A moderate hike of the switchback railroad

This rugged hike will start at Mauch Chunk Lake Park. We will hike on historic rail beds with a graded ascent to a vista followed by a steep descent back into town. Please bring 2+ liters of water and snacks and wear sturdy hiking boots. Trekking poles are recommended.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 11 miles
Hike rating: D+
Meeting place: Meet at Mauch Chunk Lake Park; 625 Lentz Trail, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299

A short monthly business meeting followed by a potluck picnic

It's that time again for our annual picnic. The club will provide hot dogs and drinks. We ask our members to bring a favorite dish to share with the group.

DIRECTIONS: I-78 to the Lehigh Street exit then north on Lehigh Street. Turn right at the 1st light onto Downyflake Lane. Then turn right onto S. 12th Street. At the light, turn left onto W Emmaus Avenue. Then turn right, before the Eastern Salisbury Fire and Rescue, onto Honeysuckle Road. Then bear left onto Black River Road. Franko Park is 1/4 mile on the left.

Details
Meeting place: Franko Park, 1339 Black River Road, Salisbury Township, Lehigh County, PA 18103.
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Anne Griffin 484-350-5832
Co-leader: Karen Gradel 267-424-4602