Time: January 18, 2014 from 10:30am to 1:30pm
Location: Mahlon Dickerson Reservation
Street: 137-157 Weldon Road (see direction in description)
City/Town: Jefferson, NJ
Event Type: morris county, athletic, pass
Organized By: Brian and Mike
Latest Activity: Jan 18, 2014
Due to the snow storm this hike has bee moved from 1.4.14 to 1.18.14. Send all refund requests to Laura@NJYP.org by 1.10.14
Did you buy the Winter Hike Pass? Remember you can attend this hike at no cost, http://www.njyp.org/page/winter-hike-pass
Pull on some layers, grab your gloves and mittens and meet us at the Mahlon Dickerson Reservation. Together we ford through icy steams, cross over wooden footbridges, and take in the breathtaking views at the Headley Overlook. The group will head out post-hike for a well-earned late lunch and warm drinks.
Member Cost:
$10 online
$20 at the door (so please register online)
Non-Member Cost:
$20 online and at the door
Tickets:
Limited tickets are available. All sales are final. Your name will be at the door if you buy a ticket.
Hike Leader:
Maren will be leading this hike. Maren will not be waiting for late people. In fairness to those who arrive on time, the hike will start on time.
Hike Specs:
Difficulty level is 3, http://www.njyp.org/page/hike-ratings
4 miles long.
3 hours.
As with all hikes you must be in good, athletic shape. Beginners are encouraged to attend.
Sweeper:
If the group size is larger than 10, we are going to look for a volunteer to act as a sweeper. Sweepers will walk at the end of the hike line and will make sure the group stays together.
What to bring:
Hiking boots and water.
Also recommended is non-cotton clothing.
A light snack or a small lunch.
Inclement Weather:
Extreme weather may cancel this hike. Drizzle will not cancel this hike. Please check your inbox for updates. Tickets will be refunded if the hike is canceled.
Driving Directions
Take Interstate Route 80 to Exit 34B. Proceed north for 4.0 miles on N.J. Route 15, and get off at the exit for Weldon Road and Milton. After about 1.3 miles on Weldon Road, you will pass a sign marking the entrance to the Saffin-Rock Rill area of Mahlon Dickerson Reservation. Continue for another 1.5 miles (2.8 miles from Route 15) and turn right into the Saffin Pond parking area.
Meet in the parking lot.
Trailhead GPS Coordinates 41.007884,-74.586525
Comment
Photos from today's hike up here.
Hope Everyone Stays Warm Today
Could I get away with wearing sneakers or are hiking boots needed?
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