Norvin State Forest- hard exploratory hike 12-14 miles approx 3,000ft elevation

**Moderate to advanced hike; sorry no beginners**

Join me in revisiting the Norvin State Forest. The trails here were impressive to me the last time I visited. Various terrain, lots of rolling hills and impressive scenic overlooks. This hike will be "exploratory" in nature. That means to expect the unexpected. Safety will always be a priority and there will be bailout points along the way. But please only sign up if you are the type of hiker that likes and wants a challenge!

End time is best estimate.

THE GOOD:
We will see the Chikahoki Falls and the following scenic overlooks: Carris Hill, Yoo Hoo point, Ball Mountain and Wyanokie High Point.
There will also be some rock scrambling at Osio Rock and other items of interest along the way. Snacks and pics in the stone living room!

THE BAD:
Bears and snakes.....I have read many comments about the bears. So we will need to keep eye out and be prepared in case. Recommending bear spray for this hike. There are signs all over stating the bear activity, but no bad incidents reported. Lets keep it that way!
Hoping snakes are hibernating at this point.
Parking fills up, so we need to be there early. I usually start Sunday hikes later, but we won't get parking then.

GEAR REQUIRED:
1- Proper footwear which is hiking boots or trail runners due to rocky and slippery conditions.
2- Appropriate clothing for conditions- pay attention to weather forecast
3- WATER or other source of hydration; food as needed- foods you can eat on the run if needed, but we will stop briefly to fuel up.
4- Hiking poles and bags as needed.
5- Bear spray not a bad idea

PARKING AND MEETING LOCATION: Parking is limited and this hike is about 2.5 hours from Phila. So we need to carpool where possible. Can use comment section to assist with this. Please don't commit to be a driver and bail....not cool!
We will meet and park at the Outer Parking Lot of The New Weiss Center- See Meetup PIN. GPS coordinates for the outer parking lot are: 41.0698407, -74.321792
PLEASE FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH DRIVING DIRECTIONS AND DO A SATELLITE VIEW OF PARKING AREAS AHEAD OF TIME. Allow plenty of time for timely arrival. Also, do not park on side of road. They ticket from what I read.

GUEST and ATTENDANCE POLICY: All attendees must be members of Outdoor Adventure Friends. This is for communication purposes to ensure that those in attendance understand exactly what they are signing up for. Please be courteous and change your rsvp in a timely fashion if you can no longer attend an event. Repeated no shows or a history of signing up and dropping off excessively when there is a wait list will exclude you from being moved off of future wait lists and special events
PLEASE NOTE: I cannot respond to calls, texts, emails, messages on meetup, or comments on the event page once we start hiking. Please plan accordingly.
NOTICE: Meetup organizers are not professionally trained. By attending an event you are agreeing that YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY AT ALL TIMES. No member of the group EXCEPT YOURSELF can be held responsible for any damages, accidents, or liabilities incurred while hiking with us.