New date is March 15th due to snow on the ground.

Did you buy the Winter Hike Pass? Remember you can attend this hike at no cost, http://www.njyp.org/page/winter-hike-pass

This hike is a great intro to hiking! We'll hike about 3 miles with small uphills and downhills. The trail will take us by the beautiful Black River where we will enjoy a river walk for a while and even a little waterfall. If you like bird watching, Hacklebarney also offers a home for over 100 species of birds, depending on the season. After the hike those who are hungry or thirsty will go out for lunch as a group.

Specs:
Difficulty level is 2, http://www.njyp.org/page/hike-ratings
2-2.5 hours.
About 3 miles long.
This hike is good for beginners!
As with all hikes you must be in reasonable athletic shape.

Member Cost:
$10 online
$20 at the door (so please register online)

Non-Member Cost:
$20 online and at the door

Tickets:
There are a limited number of Tickets for sale. Tickets are not mailed, but your name will be kept at the door. Actual hike is subject to change depending on weather conditions, fallen trees, etc. All sales are final.

Sweeper:
If the group is large we are going to look for 2 volunteers to act as sweepers. Sweepers will walk at the end of the hike line and will make sure the group stays together.

Hike Leader:
John will be leading this hike.

What to bring:
Hiking boots or sneakers
2 Liters of Water (required).
Snacks, a light lunch, etc.
Layers if it is cold.
Toilet paper, tissues, plastic bags for garbage, etc.

Inclement Weather:
Heavy rain or extreme cold might cancel this hike. Please check your inbox for updates and the NJYP.org calendar. Tickets will be refunded.

Finding the Group:
Meet the group in the parking lot. Please be on time, we will not wait for latecomers.

Directions:
http://goo.gl/maps/l0Zs0

From South/Central NJ:
Take 287 North to exit 22B. Follow the signs for 206 North (202 and 206 are together for about a mile). After 202 and 206 split, go 8.8 miles on 206 North until you reach West Main St (Local Rt 24). Make a left onto West Main street, go 1.3 miles and make a sharp left onto State Park Rd (you may see the sign for Parker Rd instead, so turn there and then make another quick sharp left). Follow the signs for Hacklebarney State Park from that point (be sure to keep to the right at the fork).

From North NJ:
Take 80 West until exit 27A and merge onto 206 South. Go 7.6 miles on 206 South until you reach West Main St (Local Rt 24). Make a right onto West Main street, go 1.3 miles and make a sharp left onto State Park Rd (you may see the sign for Parker Rd instead, so turn there and then make another quick sharp left). Follow the signs for Hacklebarney State Park from that point (be sure to keep to the right at the fork).