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Campers' Group Bulletin - Spring 2024 |
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Sunday, March 24, Day Hike, Kaaterskill High Peak, Hunter NY Join us for an approximate 6-7 mile / 1500 ft elevation gain hike to the top of Kaaterskill High Peak via Roundtop Mountain. We'll also take a spur to Hurricane Ledge for a view. This hike has several approaches with trails that lead to a snowmobile trail that rings the actual peak. The group will decide the actual route once we meet. Start time is 11am. Meet in the Gillespie Rd parking lot. Only dogs that can handle climbing on steep rock should be taken on this hike. If we do not know your dog you must contact a host before the event for permission to attend. Dress in light synthetic or wool layers (give up the cotton), wear hiking boots or shoes with good grip for the rocky trails, and bring lunch or energy snacks with 1-2 liters of water. Microspikes should be carried and worn if there is ice or packed snow on the trail. ONLY HEAVY RAIN CANCELS THIS HIKE. Kaaterskill High Peak via Roundtop Mountain on AllTrails
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April 19-21, Camp Glen Gray, Camp Glen Gray/Ramapo Mountains, Mahwah NJ Camp Glen Gray is located on an 800 acre reservation in the Ramapo Mountains, near Mahwah New Jersey. The camp is adjacent to the 4,200 acre Ramapo Mountain State Forest in Bergen and Passaic Counties. The mountains ring Lake Vreeland which forms the center of the camp. Started in 1917 as a Boy Scout camp, Glen Gray has seen generations of campers. The camp is now operated by the Friends of Glen Gray as part of the Bergen County Parks system. An online map and trail guide is available here. We will hike up to our campsite in this historic camp, which is nestled in the Ramapo Mountains. Backpackers can transport all or most of their gear to the campsite themselves, car-campers can have their heavier items transported to the site by a camp staff member. The camp will provide a truck, one on Friday late afternoon, and one on Saturday morning. Return trips will be arranged for Sunday morning at check-out. Everyone must carry lighter items to the campsite, approximately a 1/2 mile, such as sleeping bags and pads. Only heavier items such as coolers, larger tents, etc., will be trucked in. To join us, please RSVP on the meetup.com page for this trip.
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May 10-12, Camping Trip, Camping and Jam Bands!, Newton NJ Nestled in the foothills of rural Sussex County, The Great Divide is our gateway to forests, camping, recreation and music. There is a full lineup of local bands all year long at this campground. This weekend we will see 4 bands: Steal Your Face, Workingman's Jed, Strangers Stopping Strangers, and Widesun! We have reserved several tent sites in a Loop. The campground provides clean, modern restrooms with flush toilets and free, hot showers, plus a fully equipped laundry facility. There is also a private lake for fishing and boating, heated pool, and a full schedule of family-friendly activities; something for all campers. Check the campground's website or contact the event host for further details. The Great Divide Campground has dozens of amenities and attractions. Start and end times reflect the hours we are allowed to occupy the campsites. You are welcome to arrive any time after the start time on Saturday. RSVPS ARE PER PERSON, NOT PER TENT. When you RSVP, you are paying for 2 nights. The payment of $76 is for one person which will only cover the cost to camp with the group. During the weekend, we may share the cost of firewood, if needed. Well-behaved dogs and their owners are welcome. If the owner and dog have not camped with us before, the owner must contact the host for permission before RSVPing. Dogs must get along with other dogs, be quiet, especially at night, and have proof of current rabies vaccination. RSVP and pay $76 on the Meetup.com page for this event.
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May 24-27, Camping Trip, Jenny Jump State Forest, Hope NJ Want to see the rabbit in the Moon, Venus, and Mars up close? In addition to relaxed camping and spectacular vistas along the hiking trails at this lesser-known park, we'll have some fun at the Greenwood Observatory, seemingly bringing the planets closer to earth via a telescope that magnifies up to 800 times. You can also ride your bike in the park, or swim at the nearby Mohican Outdoor Center. Hot showers and flush toilets. RSVP on Paypal via this meetup.com page.
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