OLD DATE: 3.25.12

NEW DATE: 4.14.12

Cleverly hidden behind the suburban ballfields, the John A. Phillips Preserve is Middlesex County's largest open space preserve and contains over 5 miles of trails through both wetlands and forest.  We'll take a 5 mile moderate hike through the preserve to shake off any winter chills and say "Hello!" to spring!  Afterward, the group may head out for lunch and drinks...always optional but fun!


Member Cost:
$5 for the first 5
$10 for the next 6 to 25
$20 at the door

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

Are you a Sideliner or Player? Go here for ticket discount info, http://www.njyp.org/group/the-better-body-challenge-main-group

Tickets:
There are a limited number of tickets for sale. Tickets are not mailed, but your name will be kept at the door. All sales are final.

Specs:
The hike is classified as easy/moderate and is good for beginners.
Length of the hike is about 5 miles long and we will walk at a moderate pace.
The hike should take about 2.5 hours.
As with all hikes you must be in good, athletic shape.

Sweeper:
If the group size is large we are going to look for a volunteer to act as a sweeper. Sweepers will walk at the end of the hike line and will make sure the group stays together.

Hike Leader:
Keira will be leading this hike. She will make sure the hike starts on time so please arrive on time.

What to bring:
Water (required).
Hiking boots and bug spray recommended.

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:

Route 287 & Route 9
Take exit for Route 9 South
Go approximately 13 miles
Take exit for Ferry Road and Route 18 North
Make a right at traffic light
Make a left at next traffic light onto Maple Street
Park entrance is at the end of Maple Street

Route 1 & Route 18
Take exit for Route 18 South
Go approximately 8-1/2 miles
Make a right at Maple Street
Park entrance is at the end of Maple Street

Garden State Parkway
Take exit 123 for Route 9 South
Go approximately 8-1/2 miles
Take exit for Ferry Road and Route 18 North
Make a right at traffic light
Make a left at next traffic light onto Maple Street
Park entrance is at the end of Maple Street

NJ Turnpike & Route 18
Take exit 9 (New Brunswick)
Take Route 18 South
Go approximately 8 miles
Make a right at Maple Street
Park entrance is at the end of Maple Street

Google Maps Link:
http://maps.google.com/?q=loc:Jon+Rd,+Old+Bridge+Township,+NJ+08857+(Jon+Rd)&sll=40.384446,-74.350364

How to find the group:
Meet in the parking lot farthest from the entrance/closest to the soccer fields. The hike starts on time so please arrive on time.