Name: 📸 Club Recent Hikes – Videos & Pictures
Start: 2025-12-01T18:27:00-05:00
End: 2025-12-01T19:27:00-05:00

### 🎥 New Hiking Video Drop –Rancocas State Park

📅 November 18, 2025

### **📌 Notable Timestamps**

**01:03:22 — Section with the mysterious calls**
• Same zone where unusual tones were heard on past hikes
• Hollow, distant, echo-style sound
• Not mechanical, not from hikers, not from known trail activity
**01:20:00 — Park Ranger segment**
• Discussion about past reports
• Notes on local wildlife patterns
• Rangers acknowledging the region has had its share of unexplained calls over the years

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## **🌿 Cultural & Ancestral Context**

Rancocas sits on land with a deep Native American presence, including stories about forest guardians, watchers, and voices carried through tree lines.
Several traditions speak about:
🎥 Watch the Adventure👉 [https://youtu.be/2mwL5YVzIiI](https://youtu.be/2mwL5YVzIiI)

### 🎥 New Hiking Video Drop –**🧗‍♂️**High Rocks Hike

📅 October 25, 2025
Rope Climbing • Cliff Repelling • Scenic Ridge Hiking
🪨 This route combines classic Bucks County cliff terrain with hands-on rope sections and repelling practice areas — a perfect mix of challenge, safety awareness, and focus.
🥾 Captured during our fall training series for advanced terrain confidence and rope safety.
📍 Location: Ralph Stover State Park, Pennsylvania
🎥 Watch the adventure → [https://youtu.be/HKljVFNg7-8](https://youtu.be/HKljVFNg7-8)

### 🎥 New Hiking Video Drop –Mt\. Tammany \| Delaware Water Gap\, NJ

📅 October 18, 2025
Crowded trail day at Mt. Tammany — the parking lot was overflowing by mid-morning, but thanks to the park ranger, I managed to get a safe parking spot and a brief check-in before heading up.
The trails were packed, and it turned into a real-world field test of safety, awareness, and composure
🐻 Bear Encounter Segment
A key section last part of the video covers wildlife response and real-time safety coordination after a bear sighting on the lower switchbacks. Includes de-escalation, ranger contact protocol, and guidance for hikers in distress.
Note: The woman seen running from the bear was assisted and unharmed.
Moments like these remind us why preparation, presence, and situational awareness matter on high-traffic trails.
🔗 Watch here → [https://youtu.be/ZHKKpZSpDlk](https://youtu.be/ZHKKpZSpDlk)

### 🎥 New Hiking Video Drop – Batsto Village Loop – Wharton State Forest, NJ

📅 October 17, 2025
A classic Pine Barrens hike featuring quiet forest trails, cedar water reflections, and the historic Batsto Village. This route combines soft sand trails, open lake views, and sections of shaded pine forest — ideal for trail conditioning, mindfulness, and nature study.
🍄 Wild Mushroom Segment (25:59) Note: for observation only — no harvesting or consumption of unidentified species.
**🔗 Watch the hike video**→ https://youtu.be/nBJQ9SPdZc8

🎥 New Hiking Video Drop 🦅 Fort Washington State Park – Pennsylvania
Hawk Watch Loop \| 11 Oct 2025 \| New Hike Video Drop
Trail Overview
• Distance: \~3.8 miles
• Elevation gain: 452 ft
• Route: Loop – Hawk Watch Tower, Green Ribbon, and Militia Hill Trail
• Terrain: Wooded paths, gentle climbs, open ridge views
• Highlight: Hawk migration lookout with panoramic valley views
Captured: Autumn canopy, hawk observation deck, and trail route from Militia Hill to the tower
🪶 “Some hikes teach patience; others teach perspective — this one does both.”
🎥 Watch the hike video→ [https://youtu.be/pktCfj02y1U](https://youtu.be/pktCfj02y1U)

### 🎥 New Hiking Video Drop 💦 Raymondskill Falls – Pennsylvania

7 Oct 2025 \| New Hike Video Drop
Trail overview
• Distance: \~1.2 miles
• Elevation gain: 338 ft
• Route: Out & Back – Upper, Middle & Lower Falls overlooks
• Terrain: Steep wooden stairs, wet rock sections, mist zones
• Feature: Tallest waterfall in Pennsylvania – 178 ft total drop
Captured: Upper, middle, and lower falls perspectives — body cam footage covering flow volume, terrain footing, and safe approach techniques.
Recorded: 2:52 PM → end 6:15 PM\| Body Cam
🪶 “Even the smallest steps echo louder beside falling water.”
🎥 Watch the full hike → [https://youtu.be/j_DT_QL_W7E](https://youtu.be/j_DT_QL_W7E)

### 🎥 New Hiking Video Drop –High Point State Park – NJ

Trail overview
• Distance: \~4.3 miles
• Elevation gain: 856 ft
• Route: Loop — Monument Trail & Lake Marcia connector
• Terrain: Rocky ridge, forest path, summit lookout
• Max Elevation: 1,803 ft — Highest point in New Jersey
Captured: Full summit approach, monument ridge views, and fall foliage transition.
Recorded: 12:48 PM – 4:26 PM \| Body Cam Footage
🪶 “From the highest point, every direction becomes perspective.”
🎥 Watch the full hike → [https://youtu.be/QhTgRO4l3yo](https://youtu.be/QhTgRO4l3yo)

### 🎥 New Hiking Video Drop – Ricketts Glen Falls Trail (5 Oct 2025)

**Trail Body Cam Video Drop**
**Trail stats (approx.)**
• Distance : \~7.2 miles
• Elevation gain: 1,105 ft
• Route type: Loop
• Terrain: Rocky, slippery sections near waterfalls
• Highlights: 21 waterfalls including Ganoga Falls (94 ft), mist zones, mixed forest canopy
**Captured:** Full trail movement, terrain transitions, and key safety notes (wet rock awareness, footing management, and hydration pacing).
**Recorded:** 12:56 PM – 5:34 PM \| Body Cam capture
🎥 Watch the full hike → [https://youtu.be/DllBwrSSG4M](https://youtu.be/DllBwrSSG4M)
🪶 *“Presence over pace — every step through water and stone teaches awareness.”*

### 🎥 New Hiking Video Drop – Hemlock Falls \| South Mountain Reservation\, NJ \(Oct 4\, 2025\)

Beautiful mix of forest, waterfalls, and stone steps — a classic section of the South Mountain Reservation trail network. This route links waterfall terrain, ridge paths, and quiet wooded zones perfect for reflection and conditioning.
🥾 Part of our Confidence & Connection Hike Series
Focus: presence, pacing, and preparedness — not competition.
🎒 Elevation Gain: moderate
🌊 Terrain: rock, roots, and ridge
⚙️ Recorded as part of trail energy + travel conditioning
🔗 Watch here → [https://youtu.be/of3Uz4d5cfg](https://youtu.be/of3Uz4d5cfg)

### 🎥 New Hike Video Drop — Sourland Mountain Preserve (Oct 3, 2025)

🥾 Distance: \~5 miles \| Terrain: Rolling forest\, boulders\, and rocky ridges
🎒 Captured with the new body cam — includes live trail footage, terrain tips, and commentary from the October hike run.
This one brought together the perfect mix of fall colors, rocky climbs, and forest calm — a full-body trail that hits both strength and focus.
▶️ Watch here: [https://youtu.be/HDSM1tCgIAQ](https://youtu.be/HDSM1tCgIAQ)

### 🎥 New Hike Video Drop — Batsto Village Hike (Oct 2, 2025)

🌲 Distance: 4\+ miles \| Terrain: Flat forest trails\, sand paths\, and river views
🎒 Captured with the new body cam — includes trail footage, hiking tips, and gear notes.
A calm, scenic follow-up to the Mt. Tammany climb — this hike explores one of New Jersey’s most historic and peaceful trails, surrounded by pine, cedar, and classic Pine Barrens landscapes.

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### 🎥 New Hike Video Drop — Mt. Tammany Summit Hike (Oct 1, 2025)

▶️ Watch here: [https://youtu.be/tr1DFLyk-io](https://youtu.be/tr1DFLyk-io)
⛰ Elevation Gain: \~1,250 ft
🎒 Trail Type: Steep rocky ascent – Appalachian Trail section
This one kicked off the October hike series — a solid endurance climb with some of the best overlooks in the region. The red trail up, blue trail down loop never disappoints.
▶️ Watch here: [https://youtu.be/c6euB6gpavE](https://youtu.be/c6euB6gpavE)

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### 🎥🥾 New Hike Video Drop🥾🎒– Valley Forge Hike 28 Sept 2025

We had a beautiful day out on the trails at Valley Forge — fresh air, history, and solid movement. Here’s the recap video from the hike:
👉 Watch on YouTube [https://youtu.be/uVtbDrGhHr4](https://youtu.be/uVtbDrGhHr4)

### 🎥🥾 New Hike Video Drop –Rancocas State Park🥾🎒 **Sept 27 Hike + Skills Session**

Andrea 🛡️ anchoring — map + compass, trail pacing, survival basics 🌿
▶️ Video drop: [https://youtu.be/Y2g5DZZH2PQ](https://youtu.be/Y2g5DZZH2PQ)

### 🎥🥾 New Hike Video Drop Batso Village Hike –

📅 14 Sept 2025
A glimpse of our Batso Village hike — exploring history, trails, and building skills together in a small circle.
🎥 Watch here → [https://youtu.be/l40Fj6VYZBs](https://youtu.be/l40Fj6VYZBs)

### 🎥🥾 New Hike Video Drop 21 Sept 25 — **Farewell Summer Adventure: Zoo, Shore & Bay Dinner** 🌞🐾🌊🍴

Last day of summer — Cape May Zoo 🐾, beach 🌊, & bay dinner 🍴.
🙏 Thanks to Chief Matthew Wolf, Capt. Ryan Black & the Avalon team who keep it safe & welcoming. 🚒🧹
👉 [https://youtu.be/5z8Zu_EoB24](https://youtu.be/5z8Zu_EoB24)

### 🎥🥾 New Hike Video Drop — Sykes Castle, Ramapo Mountain 🏰🥾— Sept 20, 2025

🎥 Watch the hike recap here:
👉 https://youtu.be/Sdp6QFsenD0

### 🎥🥾 New Hike Video Drop — Ricketts Glen State Park — Sept 19, 2025

This one had it all: waterfalls, elevation, and those rocky scrambles that make you earn the overlooks. A true reminder why we shape hikes around trail energy and member pacing.
📌 **Watch the video here:**
👉https://youtu.be/pTahmw26qLo

### 🎥🥾 New Hike Video Drop — High Rocks, Sept 18, 2025

Fresh off the trail! We just wrapped a hike at **High Rocks** and captured some incredible views and moments along the way.
This one had it all — elevation, rock scrambles, and wide-open overlooks. A good reminder of why we shape hikes around both **trail energy** and **member pacing**.
📌 Watch the video here:
👉 [https://youtu.be/WVw7xu5NROU](https://youtu.be/WVw7xu5NROU)

**Recent Hikes and Events Reviews**
***Norvin Green Hike — Aug 23, 2025 Video Review***
👉 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/AT_SSmWVK_w?si=s38YsTU11YiyYnGk

***South Mountain Reservation 🥾14 Aug 2025***
👉 Watch on YouTube: [https://youtu.be/olAlmor85A8](https://youtu.be/olAlmor85A8)

🏆 ***Avalon Beach Patrol — Back to Back South Jersey Champions!*** 🏆 👉Watch on YouTube: [https://youtu.be/7KBWwa5AM50](https://youtu.be/7KBWwa5AM50)

***Summer Rush at the Delaware Water Gap Waterfall Plunge Creek Cool Off Mt Tammy***Watch on YouTube:
👉[https://youtu.be/OYnT6rkBW7E](https://youtu.be/OYnT6rkBW7E)

🎥 **New Video Releases Recent Hikes and Events Reviews**
***High Rocks 26 Aug 25 , Sourland Mountain Preserve 27 Aug 25 & 30 Aug 25 , 25 Ricketts Glen Falls Hike 2 Sept 2025 , Mt Tammy 3 Sept 2025 , Avalon Beach 4 Sept 2025. Mt Tammy 9 Sept 2025***
👉 Watch on YouTube: [https://youtu.be/19FlV2lRVRA](https://youtu.be/19FlV2lRVRA)

🎶 Music by Joey De (aka Mahmoud Music)
💿 Demo tracks released under the trade name **Mahmoud Music**
➡️ For more on sessions, collabs, and creative support, see the **Music Club**. https://www.meetup.com/philadelphia-songwriter-showcases-meetup/

🎥 **Music Club YouTube Channel** 🎶
👉 [youtube.com/@musicianssongwritersshowca1874](https://www.youtube.com/@musicianssongwritersshowca1874)
**Note:** 🔒 All videos are currently **Unlisted** or **Private** — viewable only by members who are verified through our intake and background process. This ensures our creative work stays protected, intentional, and free from exploitation

### Hiking Club

✅ **Group hikes (3–12 verified members) — built for couples, friends, or travelers within the club — all guided and custom**
✅ One-on-one hikes available by request — for private pacing, mentoring, or recovery support
✅ Active duty military & combat veteran leadership — veteran-supportive, faith-friendly, beginner-welcoming, and open to seniors & families (including children)
✅ Training and mentorship opportunities for all levels
✅ Leave No Trace aligned + permit-compliant
✅ Quiet scenic loops, beach walks, and reflective trail resets
✅ Experienced hikers and newcomers alike — structured outings without crowds or chaos
✅ Meetup members looking to connect with other Meetup members , and travelers visiting the region — all guided and custom.

### 📝 How It Works

· Complete the 🥾 Trail Energy + Travel Intake Form
· Submit the Universal Request Form 👉 [https://forms.gle/quqELunKvDgaCUWg7](https://forms.gle/quqELunKvDgaCUWg7)
These forms align pace, comfort, and goals, connect members with each other, and guide which events we build.
We shape events around the members who show up and have been identified and verified 🛡️ — **not a fixed calendar or RSVPs.**
Hikes are arranged privately and flexibly based on your availability — not during the posted time slot.

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⚠️ **Membership Intake**
Due to overwhelming demand — and because every member is carefully verified — we limit new membership requests to **2–3 per week**.
Once these spots are filled, requests roll into the next intake cycle.
📍 **This Is a Private Club — Not an RSVP Event**
RSVP alone does not confirm access.
👉 Apply here → [Universal Request Form](https://forms.gle/quqELunKvDgaCUWg7)
We hike with purpose — not crowds. 👣

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### 🔐 Verification & Member ID

Participation requires:

* ✅ Completion of both forms
* ✅ A brief Zoom check-in

🛡️ Verified members receive a **club member ID card**.
When organizers share a **spotlight** or open a **chat**, a 🛡️ badge will appear next to their names.
Forms here:

* [🥾 Hiking Club Verification Form](https://forms.gle/g1YCxq6REtby9v1m7)
* [🥾 Trail Energy + Travel Intake](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1IpBD2Jjvf1GuWA_ZRQLEbVI-97zaX9xT3kXbn2vDyNg/edit?pli=1)

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🌿 *Presence. Alignment. Verified.*

Joey De

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