Thursday Jul 20, 2017 - Monocacy Hill

MARK will lead a 4 mile hike of moderate difficulty in the Monocacy Hill Recreation Area. We will hike wooded trails of this 428 acres of forest in Amity Township. These trails offer a number of elevation changes, including an option to hike to the top of the hill. We will have an opportunity to see many different species of tree. There is also a brook with a tiny waterfall. Lunch after the hike is an option.

MEET: 9:30 A.M.at the eastern end of Exeter’s Walmart. GPS ADDRESS: 5900 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA 19606

NOTE: Inclement weather cancels this hike.

TELEPHONE: Leader: Mark 484-467-8976 with any questions.

Thursday Jul 13, 2017 - Rodale Institute

LES will lead a hike around and through the Rodale Institute, located in Maxatawny Township, on the historic Siegfried Homestead. The Rodale Institute researches innovative techniques in organic farming. There is a perimeter trail around the farm plus a walking tour through the central portion of the complex. Both of these together will probably be around 4 miles. Hikers will have the option to extend the hike with some road walking. Expect a sunny hike, if not cloudy, with moderate hills. Lunch will be optional afterwards, as usual.

MEET: 9:30 A.M. @ Kutztown Park, 478 East Main St, Kutztown. From here, there will be a 5 mile drive to the Rodale Institute.

TELEPHONE: Leader Les 610-323-1703 with any questions.

Thursday Jul 6, 2017 - Nolde Forest

MARK will lead a hike in the Nolde Forest of 5 to 6 miles, weather permitting. We will start at the Sawmill parking lot and hike on various trails within the forest. There will be hills, so be prepared. Carry water and a snack if desired. Lunch stop after hiking is optional.

MEET: 9:30 A.M. @ Sawmill parking lot of Nolde Forest just off Rte. 625

TELEPHONE: Leader Mark 484-824-2740 with any questions.