20s & 30s Appalachian Mountain Club - Delaware Valley

Activity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 3 - Easy
Trip Leader(s): Jeffrey Cocci
Registration Type: Registration
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Audience: 20’s & 30’s

Description: Join other 20s/30s for a flat, out & back hike with a twist! We'll hike at the John Heinz Wildlife Refuge, a hidden gem right next to the Philadelphia International Airport. This preserved land has been a sanctuary for plants and animals since it opened in 1972. As you hike, you will have many chances to see the rich diversity of fish, wildlife and native plants that the refuge supports.

This is a reschedule of a hike that was unfortunately postponed to rain. If you missed signing up the first time, now is your chance to get a spot on this one!

We will meet in front of the nature center and begin our hike from the parking lot. We'll hike along the eastern side of the wetlands loop, before hopping on the Tinicucm trail to complete the Darby Creek Loop. There are a few smaller branch trails we can explore as well. These will take us around the frog pond, to a wildlife viewing blind, and even to the wetlands boardwalk! The terrain is very flat, this is a good hike to bring binoculars on since there are always plenty of birds around the wetlands!

Following the hike, we can grab a bite to eat at the iconic Penrose Diner, located about 10 minutes away on 2016 Penrose Ave, Philadelphia, Pa 19145.

Please meet in the parking lot at 9:45 a m so we can leave promptly at 10:00am .

The trails may be muddy after a rain, so wear sturdy walking shoes. Layer clothing according to the temperatures, and be prepared with a bottle of water. Poor weather conditions may cancel the hike, so check the trip posting before departing.

Please note: In order to comply with Pennsylvania Youth Protection Laws, all children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or a legal guardian. This policy applies for all events offered by the Delaware Valley Chapter as well as any other Chapter events within the state of Pennsylvania.

This is intended to be a 20s/30s affinity trip, but everyone is welcome. If you do not identify with that group, we trust that you have reviewed our allyship criteria, have done your due diligence to educate yourself, and have committed to abide by our Code of Conduct. If you have questions, please contact the trip leader(s) by emailing them for more information.

Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!

Activity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Sharon Yates, Patty Sullivan, Lisa Lombardo
Registration Type: Show & Go
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Audience: 20’s & 30’s

Description: Yes! There is great hiking within city limits! Join us for a scenic, moderate-paced hike spanning 6.5 to 7 miles through the northernmost section of Wissahickon Valley Park. The difficulty level will be moderate, with speeds around 3 to 3.5 mph in the easier sections, and lower in hilly and uneven sections (rocks, tree roots, etc.); total elevation gain will be around 800 – 1,000 feet. Our journey will take us on trails on both sides of Wissahickon Creek offering great scenery!

We will begin with a short walk on Forbidden Drive before climbing uphill to loop through Houston Meadow. Our hike will continue across the Wissahickon Creek at the Rex Avenue Bridge and include points of interest such as the historic Teedyuscung Statue, and the iconic Thomas Mill Covered Bridge. Our hike will end on the Forest Loop. We will stop periodically, especially at the tops of hills if some go up faster than others, so that we all continue on the same hike.

Meet at the western trailhead of Forbidden Drive located at 200 W Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19128 , GPS coordinates: (40.08400, -75.23276)
Restrooms available at the trailhead. Parking is available at the Northwestern Avenue parking area. Additional parking can be found at the Andorra Upper Lot at the Wissahickon Environmental Center via the Northwestern Ave and Henry Ave intersection.

Bring water, clothing appropriate for the weather (layers work well), and sturdy footwear (hiking shoes or boots work well). There may be an optional post hike visit to a local cafe. No dogs. If the hike is canceled, such as due to weather, we plan to announce this at least two hours in advance.

This trip is intended to be a 20s/30s affinity trip. Participation is limited to those who identify with this age group. If you have questions about eligibility or the nature of this trip, please contact the trip leader(s)

Please note: In order to comply with Pennsylvania Youth Protection Laws, all children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. This policy applies for all events offered by the Delaware Valley Chapter as well as any other Chapter events within the state of Pennsylvania.

Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!

Activity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Patricia Woodruff, Kyle Sullivan, Lisa Lombardo
Registration Type: Show & Go
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Audience: 20’s & 30’s

Description: Join us for a hike in the scenic Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area to hike Mt Minsi. The Delaware Water Gap is a 70,000 acre park along a 40 mile stretch of the Delaware River that was initially preserved in 1965 for a proposed dam project to create a large reservoir. The dam was halted largely by the public including AMC and the land acquired for the dam was fully turned over to the park service in 1978. Toady you can still enjoy the dramatic views of the river cutting through the Kittiatinny Mountains.
We will have a short walk from the town of Water Gap to the trial head. From there we will start hiking along the Appalachian Trial. Along our route we will see several views of the Delaware River, waterfalls, a small pond and have a stream crossing all before our first view of Mt Tammany. We will continue to climb past the view of Mt Tammany to the top of Mount Minsi. There is a second spot to enjoy the views of the Delaware river cutting through the water gap area. We will be taking a break at the top to enjoy a trail snack and the views before returning the way we came to meet Lake Road trail to hike back to the trail head. This covers 5 miles and total of 1,043 feet of elevation gain.
The section of the Appalachian trial we will be hiking is steep. We will be doing about 1,000 feet of gain in just two miles. There will also be lots of rocks on trail and roots. We will be taking out time for the steep climb, and taking breaks as needed. Please wear sturdy walking or hiking shoes with good grip, and trekking poles are strongly recommended for the trail conditions. If it has recently rained, trials may be muddy. Bring plenty of water (at least 1 liter) and snacks. Hike may be canceled due to inclement weather. Hike leader will contact you the day of for cancellation.
Join us afterwards for post hike lunch or treat at the Village Farmer and Bakery in the town of Water Gap.
This trip is intended to be a 20s/30s affinity trip. Participation is limited to those who identify with this age group. If you have any questions about eligibility or the nature of this trip, please contact the trip leader by email for more information.
Please note: In order to comply with Pennsylvania Youth Protection Laws, all children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. This policy applies for all events offered by the Delaware Valley Chapter as well as any other Chapter events within the state of Pennsylvania.

Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!

Activity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Lisa Kleiman, Lisa Lombardo
Registration Type: Show & Go
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Audience: 20’s & 30’s

Description: If you are in your 20s and 30s, this hike is for you! Join us for a hike in Tyler State Park filled with park highlights including a covered bridge, a horse farm, and beautiful creekside trails! We will walk both the paved and wooded trails in the park - wooded trails have rocks and roots and there are some hills to make it interesting! Possibility for a short easy stream crossing. The hike will be 5 - 6 miles long and at a moderate pace. Option to grab lunch post hike at a nearby restaurant.

Logistics - we will meet at the Tyler State Park Boathouse Parking Lot. Anticipated hike time 2 - 2.5 hours - please bring along snacks and water, and dress in layers for the weather. Closed toe sturdy footwear recommended.

This trip is intended to be a 20s/30s affinity trip. Participation is limited to those who identify with this age group. If you have questions about eligibility or the nature of this trip, please contact the trip leader(s) by email for more information.

Please note that in order to comply with Pennsylvania Youth Protection Laws, all children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. This policy applies for all events offered by the Delaware Valley Chapter as well as any other Chapter events within the state of Pennsylvania.

Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!