Hello chapter members and community members,
Great news! As of June 6, 2022, all ADK Chapter hikes are open to the public. We encourage anyone interested in joining our club to join us on a hike or two and see what we are all about. We hope to see you on the trails!
Remember to adhere to best practices regarding Leave No Trace Behind. Here is a website link provided to us by MaryAnne Johnson’s Girl Scout troop, https://www.aaastateofplay.com/leave-no-trace-principles-for-parks-playgrounds-and-beyond/
Here is the Leave No Trace info from ADK, https://adk.org/leave-no-trace/
~Susquehanna Chapter Executive Committee.
Below are the scheduled hikes for Winter 2022/23. The schedule is subject to change due to weather or other circumstances. Updates to the schedule will be posted on this page and sent via the chapter email list. Tuesday hikes begin at 10am, with sign-in and announcements 15 minutes earlier. At the discreation of the trip leader, a hike may start at another announced time.
Winter 2022/23 Outings
Date Leader(s) Phone # Location
December 13 – Linda Pearce 607-432-8969 at Greenway, Oneonta
December 20 – Tom & Roberta Austin 607-435-8107 at Neahwa Park, Oneonta
December 27 – Happy Holidays! NO HIKE
January 3 – Barb Baumann 703 554-0068 at Fortin Park, Oneonta
January 10 – Jim Ipsen 607 715-0752 at Stamford Rail Trail
January 17 – Sarah Patterson 607 432-6284 at Wilber Park, Oneonta
January 24 – Jim & Carolyn Austin 607 435-3157 at New Island, Oneonta
January 31- Linda Pearce 607-432-8969 at Lower Riddell St Park
February 7 – Tom & Roberta Austin 607 435-8107 at Hamden Rail Trail
February 14 – Jendy Murphy & Paul Wehren 518 605-5642 at Oneonta Greenway
February 21 – Tracy Verma 607 353-9620 at Wilber Park, Oneonta
February 28 – Betsy Cunningham 607 437-3758 at Stamford Rail Trail
March 7 – Susan Brunswick 607 432-2047 at Fortin Park, Oneonta
March 14 – Kathy & Bill Holmstrom 607 988- 7180 at Gilbert Lake St Park
March 21 – Ruby Rogan 607 432-6739 at Neahwa Park, Oneonta
March 28 – Peggy Palmer 607 432-6024 at SUNY College Camp
HIKE AND BIKE RATINGS
Ratings are subjective and chosen by the leader. If you are uncertain that you are up to the hike, consult the leader. Tuesday outings are most often walks/snowshoe/ski, unless indicated in the leader discription.
Class A – Difficult: More than 1500’ climb or more than 8 miles distance. More than 35 miles on the bike.
Class B – Moderate: Less than 1500’ climb and 6 to 8 miles total distance. 10-30 miles on bike.
Class C – Easy: Well-graded trails and less than 6 miles total distance. 10 miles or less by bike, suitable for beginners.
Walk: Less than 4 miles total distance, suitable for children.
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