Outdoor Club of South Jersey

Camping and Backpacking Schedules

LEADER AWARD DINNER
Sept 11, 6PM

Details

2010 Backpacking Trips

BACKPACKING & CAMPING

  

A Message from the Backpacking/Camping Activity Chair

    All backpacking and camping trips begin with a club sign in and waiver sheet.

Everyone must sign for liability reasons. Members are welcome to bring a non-member friend as a guest. Non-members are welcome for an initial trip, but need to join thereafter.

    For backpacking trips, see the trip rating system elsewhere in this issue. Distances Listed in trip descriptions are approximate. They can vary due to conditions and other factors. If you have questions about a hike, feel free to call the leader.

    Be sure to check the backpacking and camping sections of the club’s web site for updates, new trips and cancellation notices.

    The backpacking section is in need of new leaders. If you have backpacked with the club, this is your chance to give back.

Bruce Steidel

Backpacking@ocsj.org
September 18-19
 
Sat. – Sun.
 APPALACHIAN TRAIL BACKPACK in Pennsylvania: -13 miles, intermediate. From Lehigh Gap to Smith Gap. See good views of the Aquashicola Creek Valley & southern farmlands from overlooks, as we run the ridgeline south. We’ll be staying at a campsite on the way, as there is no shelter on this section of the trail. Max 8 people. Leader: Kevin Drevik 856-778-3817 kdrevik@aol.com
 

November 6 - 7

Sat. – Sun.

   Appalachian Trail Backpack: Lehigh Gap to ‘The Cliffs’ and Bear Rock. 14 miles.  Start at the Lehigh Gap and hike south, past 'The Devils Pulpit’ with great views of the Lehigh Gap & Lehigh Valley. We'll spend the night at the Bake Oven shelter. The next morning, we'll head south to Bake Oven knob, then past Bear Rocks and 'The Cliffs' before descending to US309. (The Cliffs' and Bear rocks will require some rock scrambling.) Plenty of views and opportunities for Bird watching. Max 8 people. Leader: Kevin Drevik, 856-778-3817 kdrevik@aol.com
 

November 20-21

Sat. – Sun.		   Cool Weather Backpack. This trip will be suitable for new packers who want to try their gear in cold weather.  Moderate pace hiking. Stay tuned to the UPDATE section on the web for more information Leaders Pat Burton, camperpat@hotmail.com and Rose Barranger rhosa129@Yahoo.com

2010 Camping
   

JULY 19-24

Mon.-Sat.

5 nights                

CAMPING WEEK: NORTH SOUTH LAKE STATE CAMPGROUND , Haines Falls, New York (Northern Catskill region, Greene county)
 North Lake is located in the heart of the Catskill Mountains. Scenic overlooks of the Hudson Valley and mountains. North Lake offers lake swimming, rental canoes, numerous hiking trails, and the leader plans to bike level valley roads. A must is the overlook at the top of Katerskill Falls, the highest falls in N.Y.  Auto touring of the mountain roads and Hudson Valley. A stop for maple syrup. There is no set itinerary. Many activities will be self guided with yourself or others you meet, or you can tag along with the leader on his whims for adventure.       Expect group dinners at area restaurants once or twice or maybe shared potluck dinners at my site. Camp fires at night are mandatory.         Expect a low stress week and lots of down time depending on your inclination.Leaders Loop and site number: Loop 7 site 190 (sites fill up quickly) Reservations: on your own (private sites) www.reserveamerica.com and campground info and location /address  http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/24487.html Leader: Dave Robinson -questions?? and to sign up ohrodchester@comcast.net
   
AUGUST 20 - 22 Friday - Sunday SUMMER CAMPING AT STOKES STATE FOREST IN NORTH JERSEY    Located just off the Appalachian Trail in northwest NJ, Stokes offers a wealth of great hiking opportunities, from Sunrise Mountain to Tillman Ravine and nearby Buttermilk Falls. Swimming is available in Stony Lake. Arrive anytime after 2:00 pm Friday afternoon or Sat morning.  Possible Sunday kayak trip on the Delaware. You must call or email by August 17 to reserve a spot. Reserve early. Space is limited to ten people. There will be a small per person campsite fee. Leader Bruce Steidel 609-915-0956 backpacking@ocsj.org

SEPTEMBER 10-12

 

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ASSATEAGUE ISLAND CAMP & BEACH WEEKEND. Camp at the Federal campground on Assateague Island. Enjoy arelaxing weekend on the beach along with some light hiking

and optional group dinner in town, Fiddlers Festival or Kite festival are options. Contact leader to confirm trip participation and campground information. Participants will be responsible for their own campsite reservations. Trip will only run with a minimum confirmed group. Leader: Paul Serdiuk, 609-462-3593

evenings only or pis1@cccnj.net.

 

OCTOBER 1 - 3 Friday - Sunday                 OCSJ FALL CAMPOREE � BASS RIVER STATE FOREST - Camping, hiking, kayaking, biking.  Sleeping in the pines to the sounds of nature. Come on down!  Join in the fun!  We have a group campsite for the weekend.  Check in Friday after 2:00 p.m. or Sat a.m. Campfire each night.  Saturday you can hike, bike or relax at the lake.  Hike and canoe/kayak trips are planned for Saturday.  On Sunday, after a leisurely breakfast you must break camp. Then you can spend the afternoon hiking, biking or paddling.  Bring your bikes and canoes or kayaks! There will be a small per person campsite fee.Campers must call or email the leader and make a reservation by September 26.  Members not camping are welcome to join the daily activities.  Check web site in September for more details.Directions: Entrance is on Stage Rd.  3.4 miles E. of Rt. 679 (from the W and NW) or 6 miles W of Tuckerton (from the E and N) or 3 miles N of New Gretna (from the S).  From all points, follow signs. For GPS users: 762 Stage Rd Tuckerton, NJ 08087. GPS Coordinates DMS 39� 37� 14.30� N 74� 25'28.83" WLeader: Scott Eves, 609-805-1463, cscotteves@gmail.comCo-Leader: Bruce Steidel, 609-915-0956 backpacking@ocsj.org