South Mountain Reservation 6+ miles

DESCRIPTION: This is a moderate 6+ mile loop starting at Tulip Springs Parking lot, and will follow mostly the Rahway and Lenape trails with possible stops at "fairy trail", Crest Drive and Hemlock Falls. The terrain is mostly easy, but there are some hills that make this a moderate hike. Meet at Tulip Springs Parking Lot (64 Cherry Lane, West Orange, NJ) at 8:50 am for a 9 am start.

Bring plenty of water and snacks, and appropriate seasonal items (sun- and insect-protection in summer, and crampons in winter). Day-of-hike phone: 973-704-7362.
**Note** We hike at a moderate pace, and never leave anyone behind. Our hikes are not suitable for fast hikers who like to forge ahead of the group.
**To join our hikes, you must enable Meetup messaging with organizers (see "New to hiking" link below). If you do not, you may be removed from Going list.
**By signing up for this event you are acknowledging that you have read and accepted the posted HBCM legal disclaimer: https://www.dropbox.com/s/xnhrymhrmzp0qtm/HBCM%20Legal%20Disclaimer.pdf?dl=0

**HBCM policies to discourage "repeat no-shows", "repeat late-cancels" (canceling <48 hours before hike), or "Frivolous RSVPs". For details, see: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/bijkvndkauh65m07yejso/HBCM-Policies.pdf?rlkey=368n3eo3xw6o5iysip0it345u&dl=0
This is your only notice - if you find yourself removed from the Going or Waiting List, refer to document above. You may message hike leader to reinstate you, but no guarantees!

** New to hiking or Meetup? Try: https://www.dropbox.com/s/xhdhn0yb8wy3gzv/New%20Hiker%20Guide.pdf?dl=0