🌿 Lakeside Stroll: Vannest Wildlife Trail Hike

(Rain Plan: Bowling at Colonial Lanes)

Join us for a relaxed nature walk along the scenic Vannest Wildlife Trail in Mercer County Park. This easy trail winds along the creek and lake with wooded paths, wildlife viewing, and peaceful water views.

This is a low-pressure social hike perfect for meeting new people while enjoying the outdoors.

## 📍 Location

Vannest Wildlife Trail
Mercer County Park – West Windsor, NJ
We’ll meet at the parking lot for the West Picnic Area

## 🥾 Trail Details

Distance: ~3.3 miles
Elevation Gain: ~65 ft
Difficulty: Easy
Estimated Time: ~1–2 hours
The trail is mostly natural surface, so expect dirt paths and possibly muddy areas depending on recent weather.

## 🌧 Rain Plan (Important)

If the weather does not cooperate, we’ll switch to bowling instead starting at 11am.

🎳 Rain backup location:
Colonial Bowling & Entertainment

I’ll post a confirmation 2 hours before the event letting everyone know whether we are hiking or bowling.

## 👟 What to Bring (for the hike)

• Comfortable walking or hiking shoes
• Water
• Weather-appropriate clothing
• Bug Spray
• Sunglasses