Hike: Norvin Green in Ringwood

Are you ready to breathe in the Spring air? Then GET OUT and join us for this moderate hike in the beautiful Norvin Green State Forest. "This loop hike passes by an old iron mine and climbs to an outstanding 360 degree viewpoint from which the New York City skyline can be seen." PLUS you will get to meet other young professionals who enjoy the outdoors.

Specs:
The hike is classified as moderate and is about 3 miles long.
The hike should take 2.5 hours.
As with all hikes you must be in good, athletic shape.
Full hike description, http://www.nynjtc.org/trails/record/020314.html



Member Cost:
$5 for the first 10 to buy a ticket
$10 for the next 11-25 to buy a ticket
$20 at the door (so please register online)

Non-Member Cost:
$20 online and at the door

Tickets:
There are a limited number of Tickets for sale. Tickets are not mailed, but your name will be kept at the door. Actual hike is subject to change depending on weather conditions, fallen trees, etc. All sales are final.

Sweeper:
If our hiking group is large we might look for 2 volunteers to act as sweepers. Sweepers will walk at the end of the hike line and will make sure the group stays together.

Hike Leader:
Noah will be leading this hike.

What to bring:
Hiking boots and water (both required).
Snacks, a light lunch, etc.
Toilet paper, tissues, plastic bags for garbage, etc.

Inclement Weather:
Heavy precipitation will cancel this hike; drizzle will not. Please check your inbox for updates and the NJYP.org calendar. Tickets will be refunded.

Directions:
Take Skyline Drive to its northwestern end at Greenwood Lake Turnpike (County Route 511). Turn left and proceed south for 1.6 miles to West Brook Road. Turn right onto West Brook Road and cross the Wanaque Reservoir on a narrow causeway. At the next T junction, turn left, then take the second left onto Snake Den Road, following signs to the Weis Ecology Center. Continue for 0.6 mile to a large dirt parking area on the right side of the road, just before the entrance to the Weis Ecology Center.

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Comment by Reverend Steven Sevchuk on March 21, 2010 at 9:28pm

Hey everyone, here are the pics I took from the hike.

Enjoy!

-Steve

Pics from the Ringwood Hike

Comment by Melinda on March 20, 2010 at 9:33am

Hello Everyone,
I will not be able to make it today. If you need
a ticket, let me know.
Thanks!

Comment by Laura Occhipinti on March 18, 2010 at 12:11pm

SOLD OUT - See below regarding people trying to resell their tix because they cannot make it.

Comment by Jesse Blondin on March 18, 2010 at 12:09pm

Is this event sold out? Haven't decided for sure yet but I don't see any tickets available. Also found a link mentioning a permanent closure of the "mine trail" is this the same trail? http://www.nynjtc.org/news/trailhead-closed-mine-trailwyanokie-circular-norvin-green-state-forest

Comment by Emily Burdick on March 17, 2010 at 6:25pm

I need to sell mine as well, please let me know if you want it.

Comment by Noah on March 14, 2010 at 11:13am

Dave, I couldn't have said it better myself.

Come join me in exploring the beauty and majesty of Norvin Green in this early spring adventure! We'll start by the parking lot of the Weis Ecology Center and we'll pass by some interesting features such as: an old abandoned iron mine, old mining ruins as we work our way to the summit of the trail which offers a wonderful 360 degree viewpoint which will be the perfect place to rest for lunch!

A post-hike event will take place at Thatcher Mcgee's in nearby Pompton Lakes. More info can be found here: http://www.thatchermcghees.com/

Comment by Dave Blinder on February 23, 2010 at 11:51am

Norvin Green Hike 2009... one of my first NJYP activities

http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidraymond/3586738675/

Comment by Laura Labriola on February 23, 2010 at 11:48am

VA Beach for #12!

Comment by Kasey C on February 18, 2010 at 11:19am

oooooooorrrlando!