Black River / Cooper Grist Mill 6+ miles!

Moderate 6+ miles, about 900 ft total elevation gain. Half of the hike is along a scenic riverbank. Ye Olde Fan Favorite.

Bring plenty of water and snacks, and appropriate seasonal items (sun- and insect-protection in summer, and crampons in winter). Day-of-hike-only phone: 201-470-9317 (Paul V.).

**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), and must post a profile image that can be used to recognize you. 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 NJO legal disclaimer: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/emigr7kcfcjw2g3tq4kib/NJO-Legal-Disclaimer.docx?rlkey=3e3i9wpx3t28m0f4st018wloa&dl=0

**NJO 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/2gihwj37j7ltjvfyywgle/NJO-Policies.docx?rlkey=khddp9ns3ioxswkopgyzixeds&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.

** New to hiking or Meetup? Try: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/vcezsno68166y4h79t1m4/New-Hiker-Guide.docx?rlkey=0g0cfyccgj66gq4si52thp4hh&dl=0