Beltzville Dam Hike and Paddle - Saturday Sept. 27, 2008

5 miles

This is a relatively flat hike on the densely wooded north side of the Beltzville Dam near Lehighton. After the hike, we can paddle or relax on the south side of the lake. Bring "viddles" (lunch) and your canoe or kayak, if desired. Bad weather is not good!

First Meeting place: 9:30 am at Redner's Market on route 61 North in Leesport

Second Meeting place: 10:30 am at the Visitor's Center on Pohopoco Drive

For directions or further information, contact: 610-678-5921

Happy 100th Birthday Pagoda - Saturday Sept. 20, 2008

5 to 7 miles

Hike from City Park to the trails of Mt. Penn enjoying some history along the way. We will hike back to the Pagoda along the temporary railway line used to deliver supplies for its construction. At noon, we will enjoy a slide presentation by Corrie Crupi on Pagoda and Mt. Penn history. Please come prepared for the hike and the weather.

Meeting place: 10:00 am at the City Park parking lot next to the white building or at noon at the Pagoda for the slide presentation.

For directions or further information, contact: 610-374-2394

Full Moon Hike - Sunday Sept. 14, 2008

3 miles

John will lead us on the AT section between Routes 501 & 645

Meeting place: 7:00 pm at the Redner's in Sinking Spring on Route 422 West on west side of the parking lot

For further directions or information, contact: 610-678-5921

Green Lane Reservoir - Saturday Sept. 13, 2008

6 miles

This is a six mile hike led by Karl Gardner at this Montgomery County Park. The trails are rated moderate with some hills. Bring lunch.

Meeting Place: 9:30 am at King's IGA parking lot on Route 73 in Oley

For further directions or information, contact: 610-987-3281

Shillington Park Hike - Saturday Sept. 6, 2008

Approx. 4 miles

Meet Doug for a hike around the park and also some trails in the deep, dark, spooky woods nearby. There are some hills and some steep descents so wear descent clothing! Lunch afterwards, of course!

Meeting place: 9:30 am at Shillington Community Park on Route 724 near the Mifflin Home

For for directions or further information, contact: 610-775-7453

Money Rocks Park - Saturday August 30, 2008

4 to 5 miles

Meet at the Clock Tower Plaza to carpool to Money Rocks County Park with the legendary Clyde Godschall.

Meeting place: 9:30 am at the Clock Tower Plaza at Routes 176 and 23 in Morgantown

For further information or directions, contact: 610-913-0284

Mt Gretna/ Dinosaur Rocks - Saturday August 23, 2008

Approx 6 miles

This hike is in state gamelands starting on Pinch Road and walking across the ridge to Dinosaur Rocks. Modest hills and off-road hiking in woodlands except for one long sunny section. (Unless, of course, it's a cloudy day!) Bring water.

Meeting place: 9:30 am, in Lowe's parking lot at Routes 222 & 724 ( on Shillington- Sinking Spring Road) Use the right (East) corner of the lot using the furthest spaces from the Garden Center.

For further information or directions, contact: 610-779-2963 or cell phone # 484-529-2803 on the day of the hike.

Full Moon Hike - Sunday August 17, 2008

4 miles, very flat

If you feel that historic mood coming on, meet at Boyer's IGA for an evening history hike along the Tulpehocken Creek in Marion Township. CAUTION: Frequent breaks for significant events.

Meeting place: 7:00 pm at Boyer's IGA at Routes 422 and 419 in Womelsdorf

For further information or directions, contact: 610-589-2802

Pagoda & Tower Moonlight Hike - Saturday August 16, 2008

3 miles

Come enjoy a hike on Mt Penn in the moonlight. After seeing the sunset from the Pagoda, we will hike no more than 3 miles from the Pagoda to the Tower and back. The Tower will be open for the best view in town! Please come prepared with sturdy walking shoes and a flashlight. If the weather is in doubt, call the leader.

Meeting place: 8:00 pm, at the Pagoda parking lot on Mt Penn

For information or directions, contact: 610-374-2394