Outdoor Club of South Jersey - Hiking/Camping/Backpacking

8.5 miles on the Happy Macri Trail (aka the white trail). Moderate to brisk pace.

Great route over the hills and through the mountain laurel with a pretty easy couple of miles at the end.

For tick prevention treat your shoes, socks, and pants with permethrin ahead of time, and stay on the trails.

Our pace will vary from moderate to brisk as we hike over fairly hilly terrain. Please be aware of your capabilities. We'll stop for lunch, snacks, and drinks somewhere along the way.

My cell number is (609) 577-9365.

OCSJ members only. Be sure your dues are up-to-date.

Please arrive 10 to 15 minutes early to sign in and hear the safety talk.

This is our final fire tower in the series. We will enjoy various trails, greenspace and maybe an interesting reptile or two.

We will be hiking at a brisk pace (20-22 minute miles) 10-12 miles total.

To be fair to those who have been attending these fire tower hikes, you must have completed 1 of the previous 3 hikes.

Ticks and chiggers may be present so come prepared. Sunscreen will be helpful as well.

Bring plenty of water ( remember the heat and humidity ) snacks and a lunch.

Arrive 10-15 minutes early to sign in and have safety talk. Restroom is at the ranger station on your way in. Door is on outside of building. On trail by 10 am.

Should this event be canceled, I will do so by 7am morning of hike.

Tammy
856-625-7303

If you are new to my hikes you have to message or email me before you can register. Priority on my hikes will be given to those who attend the hikes or who cancel their reservation at least 24 hours ahead of time.
The walk starts at the Marina Grill parking lot. From Route 35, turn into the lot at 10th Ave. Then make a left turn at the water to the parking lot. There are restrooms located behind Marina Grill on the north side of building.
We will walk along Route 35 over the bridge and turn into the neighborhood right after Seaview Island entrance. We will walk along the North Channel of the Shark River then along the bay, through Neptune City and then crossing the bridge over to Shark River Hills. We will walk along the bay and through some of Shark River Hills, then into Wall. Walking along Marconi Road, we will pass the Info Age Museum then back along the bay on Belmar Blvd to Route 35 and return to Marina Grill. It is approximately 8 miles, mostly flat. We will walk at moderate pace ( 3--3.2 mph). You can tweek this description however you like.
Bring water and snacks. After the hike everyone is invited to have lunch at Marina Grill.(www.marinagrillnj.com) Questions contact Al D. asilviod 888@yahoo.com (cell day of hike only) 640 208-0872.
Before leaving the house check the comments section for cancellations. If hike is cancelled it will be posted before 7AM on day of event.
Mary Rospos will be co-leader.