20s/ 30s 4.8 Mile Maurice River Bluffs hike
Details
Activity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Patricia Woodruff, Lisa Lombardo
Registration Type: Show & Go
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Audience: 20’s & 30’s
Description: Join us for a 4.8 mile hike at the scenic Maurice River Bluffs Preserve along the bluffs trail i n Millville, NJ. The preserve is named for its majestic rounded cliffs overlooking the 35.4-mile “Wild and Scenic” Maurice River. This 500-acre preserve offers hilly terrain not often found in southern New Jersey. The preserve provides crucial stopover habitat for migrating and breeding birds, including songbirds, waterfowl and raptors like nesting osprey and bald eagles. The nature preserve also hosts productive freshwater ponds and unique plant communities, including some of New Jersey’s largest contiguous wild rice marshes.
The Bluffs trail is a loop trail that features a 35-foot long bridge, steps and rails throughout the steeper parts that make the trails accessible to all levels of hikers, as well as bird blinds overlooking the river. The loop will have just over 200 feet of elevation gain. The trail is dirt and does have roots and rocks in sections. Please wear sturdy walking or hiking shoes with good grip, and trekking poles are optional for the trail conditions. If it has recently rained, trials may be muddy. Bring plenty of water and snacks. Hike may be canceled due to inclement weather. Hike leader will contact you the day of for cancellation.
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.
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