Event Details

Hike: Norvin Green

Time: May 30, 2009 from 10:30am to 1pm
Location: Norvin Green State Forest
Street: Weis Ecology Center
City/Town: Ringwood
Event Type: passaic county, athletic
Organized By: Brian and Mike
Latest Activity: Feb 3, 2014

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Event Description

Are you ready to breathe in the Spring air? Then GET OUT and join us for this moderate hike in the beautiful Norvin Green State Forest. "This loop hike passes by an old iron mine and climbs to an outstanding 360 degree viewpoint from which the New York City skyline can be seen." PLUS you will get to meet other young professionals who enjoy the outdoors.


RSVP (to the right) and we will let you know when tix are almost gone, when prices are going up, if there are any changes, etc.

Specs:
The hike is classified as moderate and is about 3 miles long.
The hike should take 2.5 hours.
As with all hikes you must be in good, athletic shape.
Full hike description, http://www.nynjtc.org/trails/record/020314.html

Member Cost:
$5 for the first 10 to buy a ticket
$10 for the next 11-25 to buy a ticket
$20 at the door (so please register online)

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

Premium Member Cost:
FREE for Premium Members who register online

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 our hiking group is large we might 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:
Noah will be leading this hike.

What to bring:
Hiking boots and water (both required).
Snacks, a light lunch, etc.
Toilet paper, tissues, plastic bags for garbage, etc.

Inclement Weather:
Heavy precipitation will cancel this hike; drizzle will not. Please check your inbox for updates and the NJYP.org calendar. Tickets will be refunded.

Directions:
Take Skyline Drive to its northwestern end at Greenwood Lake Turnpike (County Route 511). Turn left and proceed south for 1.6 miles to West Brook Road. Turn right onto West Brook Road and cross the Wanaque Reservoir on a narrow causeway. At the next T junction, turn left, then take the second left onto Snake Den Road, following signs to the Weis Ecology Center. Continue for 0.6 mile to a large dirt parking area on the right side of the road, just before the entrance to the Weis Ecology Center.

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Comment by Craig Wall on May 30, 2009 at 9:29am
I'd totally be there if I didn't have to be at work today. I want to see plenty of photos!
Comment by Louis C. Hochman on May 30, 2009 at 5:26am
Won't make this after all
Comment by Louis C. Hochman on May 27, 2009 at 11:36pm
This was one of my favorite hikes last year. Should be great.
Comment by Noah on May 27, 2009 at 9:37pm
(Hike Leader here) Hope you guys can come out for this gem of a hike! Plenty to see here: Scenic waterfalls, abandoned mines, and a 360 degree mountaintop view where the New York Skyline can be seen. Cameras are a must!

Looks like we're going to have great weather! See you guys saturday....
Comment by Dave B on May 27, 2009 at 7:45pm
Ok, I'm coming to conquer Norvin Green.

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