Monthly Business Meeting and presentation TBD.

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Meeting place: St. Timothy's Church 140 South Ott St. Allentown, PA Enter from the back parking lot.
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299
Co-leader: Karen Gradel 267-424-4602

Enjoy a hike in Bethlehem and a Bach concert

From Illick's Mill, we will walk 2 miles on the Monocacy Trail, which generally follows the Monocacy Creek in Bethlehem. Our destination will be Central Moravian Church where we will enjoy a Bach at Noon concert presented by the Bach Choir. The concert is free, but free will donations are gratefully accepted. After the concert we will stop at a picnic table beside the Monocacy for lunch and then walk the 2 miles back to our cars. The trail is level and offers easy walking. Bring lunch and water. Steady rain on the morning of the event will cancel the hike.

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Hike / bike / on-water distance: 4 miles
Hike rating: A+
Meeting place: Meet at the Illick's Mill parking lot at 100 Illick's Mill Road in Bethlehem.
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Barbara Wiemann 610-262-6977 blwiemann@gmail.com

Looking for helpers on a maintenance hike leaving from 309 Summit to clear several blowdowns between Allentown Shelter and the Knife Edge. Please text me if you are able to join us.

We’ll be walking in from the 309 Summit AT parking lot carrying chainsaw(s) and associated safety equipment. If we get enough helpers, we’ll send one team east towards the Knife Edge and one west towards the Allentown Shelter. We will be requesting help with carrying equipment and removing cut logs from the trail. Some sections of the trail are very rocky and require good balance to navigate. Please wear some blaze orange, sturdy boots, and gloves. Clippers and/or small hand saws are also welcome. Bring water and lunch. No pets. Rain date: Thursday, 10-12-23.

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Hike / bike / on-water distance: 7 miles
Hike rating: C+
Meeting place: AT Parking Lot at 309 Summit, W Penn Pike, Andreas GPS 40.70782, -75.80767
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Kerry Snyder 610-737-7768

A joint hike with the Keystone Trails Association

Join us for a 6 mile hike through the heart of the AT’s Rocklylvania. We will start at the parking lot closest to Bake Oven Knob and first hike east (AT north) to the vista at Bake Oven Knob and then onward to the Bake Oven Knob Shelter. After stopping for a break and possible snack we will backtrack and hike west (AT south) towards Bear Rocks and Knife Edge for several vistas along the long green tunnel. A final hike back to the cars will conclude the hike. This section of trail is at times a fire road and at times very rocky terrain, so please be prepared for both conditions. Sturdy hiking boots and trekking poles are recommended. Please register using the KTA website: https://www.kta-hike.org/rambles.html

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Hike / bike / on-water distance: 6 miles
Hike rating: A
Meeting place: Per registration page above or at Bake Oven Knob parking lot on the Appalachian Trail.
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299

A challenging 10-mile hike along the Appalachian ridge which includes 1.1 miles on an exposed and rather unstable boulder field. Many fine views north and south at near peak foliage! Not for beginners or people with balance issues!

Leaving from Lehigh Furnace Gap on the AT, this loop hike will include portions of the AT as well as blue-blazed side trails. We will be moving at a good clip when the trail is easy, but taking our time thru the boulders and stopping to enjoy the vistas and sights 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. This is archery season for deer and black bear, so please wear some blaze orange. No pets. Rain cancels.

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Hike / bike / on-water distance: 10 miles
Hike rating: D
Meeting place: Please contact Hike Leader via text or at ksnyd82@gmail.com. Parking limited (may need carpooling).
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Kerry Snyder 610-737-7768

Loop hike through the Nolde Forest

Nolde Forest encompasses more than 665 acres of deciduous woodlands and coniferous plantations. A network of trails makes the center’s streams, ponds, and diverse habitats accessible to all. We will hike most of the trails that wander throughout the park under tall trees and near creeks. Some trails are footpaths and others are remnants of gravel roads used by original owners of the mansion. We will stop at the Mansion to check out its unique architecture. Sturdy hiking boots are recommended. Bring at least 2L of water and lunch / snacks. Heavy or steady rain cancels. Trail map can be found here: http://elibrary.dcnr.pa.gov/GetDocument?docId=1737446&DocName=NOLD_ParkMap.pdf

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Hike / bike / on-water distance: 12 miles
Hike rating: D+
Meeting place: To my knowledge there is no street address for this parking lot. This parking lot is on Route 625 just a few miles south of the intersection with Route 724. You can refer to the link with the trail map and the Sawmill parking lot is very clearly marked.
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299

9-mile loop hike on the AT and connecting trails offering breathtaking views as we near the peak of foliage season. Not for beginners due to considerable rocky terrain and 1000ft+ elevation gain.

This challenging loop hike will include portions of the AT and blue-blazed side trails. The ascent to Pulpit Rock on the AT is fairly steep, but it’s rewarded with great views of farmland and the Blue Rocks formation. At the Pinnacle, we’ll take time for lunch, to explore the rock formation, and to enjoy the spectacular views (considered the best from the AT in Pennsylvania). After heading west via the AT, we’ll then return on the blue trail along Furnace Creek and past the reservoir. Sturdy hiking boots are a must. Bring at least two liters of water and food/snacks. This is archery season for deer and black bear, so try to wear some blaze orange. Binoculars recommended. No pets please. Rain cancels.

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Hike / bike / on-water distance: 9 miles
Hike rating: C
Meeting place: Hamburg Reservoir parking lot, 400 Reservoir Road Hamburg, PA GPS: 40.58319, -75.94184
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Kerry Snyder 610-737-7768

CANCELED - Loop hike around Blue Marsh Lake - CANCELED

This is a 23-mile loop hike around the lower portion of Blue Marsh Lake. The total elevation gain is approximately 2,000', this plus the distance and pace make this a not-at-all-for-beginner hike. Bring at least 2+liters of water plus lunch and plenty of snacks to stay fueled. Steady rain cancels.

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Hike / bike / on-water distance: 23 miles
Hike rating: E
Meeting place: Meet at the Dry Brooks Boat Launch: 1336 Palisades Dr, Leesport, PA 19533
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299

Monthly Business Meeting and presentation TBD.

Details
Meeting place: St. Timothy's Church 140 South Ott St. Allentown, PA Enter from the back parking lot.
Posted on meetup.com? YES
Leader: Paula Uhrin 484-951-4299
Co-leader: Karen Gradel 267-424-4602

This is a pleasant, moderately challenging 8-mile hike along various mountain bike trails in a section of old growth forest in the slopes above the Lehigh River in Fountain Hill.

As we traverse the network of mountain bike trails up and down the sloping ground, we will rack up a fair amount of elevation gain along the way. There are some wet areas and plenty of rocks, so please wear sturdy boots and bring at least a liter of water, and food/snacks. No pets. Rain cancels.

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Hike / bike / on-water distance: 8 miles
Hike rating: C+
Meeting place: Dodson Street Park, Dodson St, Fountain Hill, PA GPS: 40.60576, -75.40370
Posted on meetup.com? NO
Leader: Kerry Snyder 610-737-7768