Easy Hike @ Van Slyke Castle 🍁

IMPORTANT:
RSVP to Join our group chat and get carpool information.

COST:
Per Person: $0
Per Car: $0

MEETUP:
Distance: 1 hour drive from NYC
Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm
Location: GPS Coordinates 41.03469, -74.28581

WEATHER:
https://www.wunderground.com/forecast/us/nj/wanaque
If precipitation is above 40% between start time and end time at 9pm on the day before the hike. Then the hike is cancelled.

TRAIL INFORMATION:
Trail: Moderate
Route: Loop
Length: 5 miles
Elevation: 900 feet

ATTRACTION:
Viewpoint
Large Parking Lot

DESCRIPTION:
Ramapo Mountain State Forest offers hikers and mountain bikers miles of trails for their enjoyment. From meandering old roads, to historic trails, to more challenging rock scrambles, the area offers something for outdoor enthusiasts of all skill levels. The central feature of the area is the scenic 120-acre Ramapo Lake, which has spectacular views from numerous rock outcroppings and ledges, and offers excellent opportunities for fishermen. The ponds, streams and marshes found within the forest provide the perfect habitat for birds and other wildlife species. The forest borders the Ramapo Mountain Reservation which is part of the Bergen County Park System.

RECOMMENDED ITEMS TO BRING:
1 Liter of bottled water for every 2 hours
Lunch
Snacks & Fruits
Sunscreen
Bug Repellent - Not Needed Yet

RECOMMENDED CLOTHES TO WEAR:
Hat
Sunglasses
Dress for Weather
Hiking Boots
Lightweight Backpack

DISCLAIMER:
NYC Asian Meetup LEGAL DISCLAIMER & WAIVER OF LIABILITY You agree when you sign up for this group or any of the events that you have read and understand the below. If you join us for a hike (or any other event), please understand that you are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being and will hold no one else liable in case of injury or mishap. You agree not to hold the Organizer, Assistant Organizers, or any other members responsible for any injuries, mishaps, or any other situation that may happen at a planned event. You are responsible to research the event, know the area, and bring the proper gear. NYC Asian Meetup does not provide liability insurance for the protection of individuals who may participate in any of the events planned by the Organizer, Assistant Organizers or others. This release extends and applies to, and also covers and includes all unknown, unforeseen, unanticipated and unsuspected injuries, damages, loss and liability. Your attendance on a hike signifies that you have read and accept the terms of this liability waiver. By signing up for this group or event you understand that you are attending all events AT YOUR OWN RISK. Organizers, Assistant Organizers, and others of this group are just that, we organize the events and hike together as friends. There are no leaders on these hikes, you are your own leader - This is YOUR hike
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