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October 19-21, 2012
*Please sign up by October 11, 2012*
Backpacking on Appalachian Trail along Kittatinny Ridge
This will be a backpacking trip along the beautiful Kittatinny Mtn. Ridge. The majority of the trip will be on lightly rolling terrain which makes it a good trip for scouts of all experience levels (including beginners). The approximate length of the trip will be 15 miles and will end at the Delaware Water Gap. The route also offers a couple of bailout points for beginners if they are unable to complete the trip. This trip should offer beautiful autumn views as the majority of the route is at an elevation of 1500 ft. We will enter the Appalacian Trail at the intersection of Millbrook Rd in Blairstown, NJ and end approximately 15 miles South at the Delaware Water Gap.
Trip Plan
Friday
4:00 PM Depart promptly from OLPH. The drive to the trailhead is off of Millbrook Rd in Blairstown, NJ and is approx. a 1 hr 15 min. drive from Oakland.
5:30 PM Begin Hike approx. 2-3 miles to campsite.
Saturday
10:00 AM
Depart Campsite and hike approx. 7 miles to 2nd campsite.
Sunday
8:00 AM
Depart campsite and hike approx.. 5 miles to Delaware Water Gap and meet carpool prior to Noon.
Cost
The good news is that the trip at this point should be free as we won’t be using any group campsites.
Cooking/Food
Each scout will be responsible to bring their own food, water and supplies. We will discuss this at a future planning meeting.
Gear
Frame backpack – The troop has two new Kelty backpacks that are available for scouts use on first come, first served basis. Contact Mr. Dugas to reserve them.
Lightweight gear is required, as outlined in the gear presentation for the December Trip.
Siblings
No siblings allowed on this trip
Transportation:
We will need volunteers on Friday and Sunday to provide transportation to and from the trailheads in Blairstown and Delaware Water Gap
RSVP
RSVP on Troop website by October 11, 2012
Guy Dugas SIC
201-337-5709