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Hike: Put Down That Cheesequake

Event Details

Time: March 26, 2011 from 10:30am to 12:30pm
Location: Cheesequake State Park
Street: Gordon Road
City/Town: Matawan, NJ
Website or Map: http://maps.google.com/maps?f…
Event Type: monmouth county, athletic
Organized By: Brian and Mike
Latest Activity: Nov 13, 2013

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Event Description

Cheesequake State Park offers visitors a chance to see a small piece of many of the ecosystems NJ has to offer. From cedar swamps, to saltwater marshes to mature hardwood forests, you will get to see a little of it all. So, don’t let old man winter keep you inside! Join other fellow NJYPers in getting out, making friends and having fun!

Traditionally the group will head out post-hike for a late lunch and drinks so bring cash and get ready to work up an appetite.

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 1.8, http://www.njyp.org/page/hike-ratings
4+ miles long.
2 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 3 liters of water (required).
Also recommended is non cotton clothing.
Sunscreen and 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.

Directions:
Take GSP South or North Local to exit 120. At the end of the ramp, make a right onto Matawan Rd. At the first light, make a right onto Cliffwood Ave. At the end of that, make a right onto Gordon Rd. Follow Gordon Rd. into the park. After passing by the gate and visitor’s center, look for the first parking lot on the left hand side.

For reference, a link to google maps:
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=&daddr=40.436348,-74.265368&hl=en&geocode=&mra=mi&mrsp=0&sz=16&sll=40.43612,-74.265389&sspn=0.011775,0.013239&ie=UTF8&z=16

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Comment by Robin Weaver on March 8, 2010 at 11:59pm: Boo! I would have liked to have gone, but this is Palm Sunday. I have many, many, many (long) church services this day. lol. HAVE FUN!

Comment by NorthNJDavid on January 30, 2010 at 11:49am: Hiking shoes should be ok in terms of ankle support (since there aren't too many up/down hills). Just be aware there may be some muddy spots in which boots would be better for navigation. If the ground is frozen (which it may very well be), it will not even be an issue. Having said this, I would still recommend going with trail shoes. Hope that helps!

Comment by Dar on January 29, 2010 at 2:09pm: Would my Merrell hiking shoes be OK for this hike? I don't have hiking boots even though I should invest in a pair.

Comment by Michelle V. on January 29, 2010 at 2:01pm: that's literally 5 minutes from me... checking my calendar...

Comment by Kevin Haughwout on January 21, 2010 at 3:03pm: The last time I hiked here, it began to pour when my friend and I were half-way around the circuit trail. It was still gorgeous scenery and made for some pretty amusing photos!