Outings!
Please read our updated Outing's policy
Click on the Date to see a description an Event.
Basic Outing and Event Informaton
Hey! Programs do not require Hiking Boots!! Join us each month
for our executive, general membership, and meeting, where we discuss group events, local
environmental issues, and usually hear from informed speakers on topics of interest.
ExCom Meetings: Members are always welcome and encouraged to join us
each month for our ExCom meetings, where we plan the activities and priorities of the
local group. We always meet on the first Tuesday of the month, usually at 7:00 P.M., and
we vary meeting sites. Contact (JenLavery @ aol.com) Jen Lavery for more
information on Excom meetings.
SIERRA CLUB OUTINGS: In order to participate on one of the Sierra Club's outings, you will need to sign a liability waiver. If you would like to read a copy of the waiver prior to the outing, please see http://www.sierraclub.org/outings/chapter/forms/ or call 415-977-5630.
In the interests of facilitating the logistics of some outings, it is customary that participants make carpooling arrangements. The Sierra Club does not have insurance for carpooling arrangements and assumes no liability for them. Carpooling, ride sharing or anything similar is strictly a private arrangement among the participants. Participants assume the risks associated with this travel.
Note to Pet Owners: We understand the special relationship between a person and a pet but in order to safeguard both hikers (who may have allergies), and pets (who may encounter unfamiliar (prickly or pungent) hazards in the woods) ..... NO PETS ARE ALLOWED ON GROUP OUTINGS
Rita's Camping List Topo Maps: http://www.topo.com/
5/4/2008
- Rickets Glen Falls Hike
This is a strenuous hike on steep and narrow trails. Hikers must have sturdy hiking boots and be able to maneuver cautiously on slippery rock edges. Hiking time approx. 5 hours. This trail of 21 rushing waterfalls over a 6 1/2 mile loop is considered one of the most beautiful hikes in the state of PA and is well worth the effort.
Bring a camera, lunch and plenty of water. Call Rich Lupinsky 570/596-3384. Meet at 10:00a.m. Lower Parking Lot (North side of 118), Rickets Glen State Park, Rt118.
5/10/2008
- Lackawanna RiverFest 2008
Non Sierra Activity
There will be a Canoe-a-thon and Regatta down the Lackawanna River. For more information contact the LRCA office at 570/207-7608 or check out their web page at www.lrca.org
5/15/2008
- Beautiful Predators
Dragonflies and Damselflies by Dr. Jerry Skinner .
Dawson Building,Room 10,Penn State Worthington Campus, 120 Ridge View Dr., Dunmore
Campus map at www.ws.psu.edu/Information/map.htm
Admission - Free! Call 586-8903 for more information.
5/18/2008
- Walk around Lake Scranton
Easy walking around this scenic lake and watershed area. Enjoy the company of friends on this 3.5 mile paved road. This outing is subject to change due to weather conditions. Please call if you plan to attend
Meet 10:30am at Lake Scranton in the Water Co. parking lot on Route 307.
Call Jen Lavery 570/819-2147
6/7/2008-6/8/2008
- Vosburg Neck Festival 2008
Non Sierra Activity
Celebrate the nature, history, and culture of the Endless Mountains of PA!
Exhibits, demonstrations, and presentations: Saturday and Sunday, 11am-5pm
For more information: www.emnconline.org or call the Endless Mountains Nature Center 570-836-3835
6/7/2008
- Bike Outing from Kirby Park to the Back Mountain Trail
Urban biking on a loop from Kirby Park to and including the first mile of the Back Mountain Trail. Loop approximately 7 miles long, mostly on levies and side streets. Mountain bikes recommended.
Moderate biking. HELMETS MANDATORY. Bring water and a lunch. Outing is subject to change due to weather conditions
Meet 10:30a.m. Kirby Park parking area, Northhampton St. Kingston.
Call Dave Darby 570/819-2147
6/20/2008-6/21/2008
- Susquehanna RiverFest 2008
Non Sierra Activity
Celebrate the natural environment and history of the Susquehanna River. Events include river trips, walks, music and food. For more information contact Vincent Cotrone, Penn State Cooperative Extension, 570-825-1701 or vjc1@psu.edu
6/22/2008
- Picnic at Lackawanna State Park.
Just a fun day doing what ever makes us happy. There is a pool for swimming lots of space if you have a volley ball net or kites for flying. Licensed fishing on the lake is permitted or you can just rent a boat and have fun on the water. Hiking trails for all levels surround the park. Bring your own equipment, lawn chair and a hardy picnic lunch. A Concession stand is also available on the premises if interested.
. Look for us at picnic tables toward the back of the park. Last parking lot (Balloon Launch area). Since we don't have a pavilion rented we will cancel if it rains
Meet at 10:30 am.
Call Rita for info at 570/383-0105. Cell: 570/947-3437
7/19/2008
- Mushroom Hike at Seven Tubs, Wilkes-Barre
The Tubs is excellent habitat for a wide variety of mushroom species, and Dave Wasilewski will be on hand to tell us what we see, how it grows, and whether you can eat it. This won't make you a qualified mushroom hunter, but it can start you on a fascinating hobby.
Easy hike includes the falls and loop trail. We will break for lunch and talk about the mushrooms we collected at approximately 11:30am.
Bring water and lunch. Call Dave Darby, 570/819-2147. Meet at 9:30 a.m. at the Tubs parking lot. Use exit 170 (Bear Creek) from I-81 and take Rt. 115 for 1.5 miles. Turn right at the Seven Tubs sign and meet in the lot halfway down the hill.
8/2/2008-8/3/2008
- Annual Canoeing & Campout On The Delaware
Canoe the upper Delaware, about 10 miles, then camp at Barbara Yeaman’s home on the banks of the Delaware. Canoeing: Bring your own craft or call Jack Stroud to rent a canoe or kayak. (Rental costs $32 per person. This includes paddle, life jacket, and transportation to the launch site.) Bring spare clothes in case you get wet, sneakers to wear in the craft, and adequate clothing and sunscreen to prevent sunburn. In the craft, each person must have a personal flotation device within reach. Non-swimmers must wear a life jacket.
Food: Bring lunch for the canoe trip and something to share at the potluck dinner on Saturday evening.
Overnight: Bring camping gear. You can make your own breakfast or buy it at the Lion’s Club’s fund raising breakfast in Narrowsburg.
Leader: Dave Sapak, Information: Call Jack Stroud at 570/586-8903
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