Monday Mountaineers - The Red Maple - complete loop

Meet at Lake Ashroe parking area. We will be hiking the completed Red Maple Loop.

This is a longer lollipop trail that will involve steep, rocky terrain and a ladder to climb up. Depending on ice / snow, please be prepared with traction for your boots.

Please make sure you read the description fully and are prepared for this hike length, terrain, and weather. Layers and hiking poles are our friends!!! This hike will be cancelled and you will be notified in case of inclement weather / dangerous trail or road condtions.

Milage: ~ 7.0 miles

Difficulty: Moderate - Difficult

Trailhead / Parking:

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 Lake Ashroe Parking area.

> From Route 206 after you pass the main entrance to Stokes on your right, continue less than a mile, then turn left onto Struble Road. (You will see a sign for Lake Ashroe)

> Follow Struble Rd. and you will see Lake Ashroe parking area on your left. We will meet in the parking lot.

NO CALL NO SHOW & CANCELLATION POLICY

Pre-registration only, accepted on a first-come basis. Accepting 20 people per hike. Registration is free. Please cancel your registration ASAP if you’re unable to attend.

Here'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.