Meeting at the park office, we will hike a loop on the Blue Mountain Trail.
Mileage: ~6 miles
Difficulty: Moderate
T railhead / Parking Lot: Forest Office / Visitor Center Parking Lot
Arrive with enough time to get situated before we depart.
Please read the directions and details below, and if you have further questions, call (973) 948-3820.
Leave No Trace and Happy Trails!
DIRECTIONS
Do not rely on GPS. To Park Office / Visitor Center Parking Lot. 1 Coursen Road, Branchville NJ
> From Route 206, turn onto Coursen Rd.
> Turn left into the first parking lot in front of the Visitor Center.
NO CALL NO SHOW & CANCELLATION POLICY
Pre-registration only, accepted on first-come basis. Accepting 20 people per hike. Registration is free. Please be courteous to other prospective participants and cancel your registration ASAP if you’re unable to attend.
H ere's how to cancel:
Website: Log into Eventbrite > Select Top Right Menu with your email account > Click ‘Tickets’ > Click ‘Event’ > Click ‘Cancel Order’ > Click ‘Yes, Cancel My Order.’
Email: In your confirmation email, Click ‘View Ticket Information’ > Event Webpage > Click ‘Cancel Order’ > Click ‘Yes, Cancel My Order.’
WHAT TO BRING
> Hiking boots or trail runners
> Hiking poles
> Water (at least 1-2 liters)
> Snacks
> Bug/tick spray
> Appropriate, layered clothing for variable weather
GROUP POLICY + RELEASE
You agree when you sign up for this group or register for its events that you have read and understand the following:
You are responsible for researching the event; bringing the proper gear (see "The Ten Essentials" below); carrying a trail map and cell phone; reading the meeting directions; and adhering to the seven principles of Leave No Trace.
RECOMMENDED GEAR
> Sturdy, ankle-supporting hiking boots or trail runners
> Hiking poles
> Trail map + cell phone
> The Ten Essentials
You are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being. You agree not to hold the organizer, its employees, or any other members responsible for personal injuries, mishaps, or unforeseen circumstances that may occur at a planned event. 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 you 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.
