Funky Groovy "Green" Tour
The tour will be in three parts:
Renewable Energy at Apple Pond Farm: Operates as an organic farm featuring draft, pleasure
horses, and naturally raised sheep and goats. The farm seeks to be independent of fossil fuels through several
wind and solar renewable energy systems. Be enlightened by an hour Renewable Energy Tour of the farm and learn
about energy efficiency and energy production systems: wind turbines, solar-electric and solar-thermal systems,
straw bale houses, used vegetable oil furnaces and trucks, and more than power 95% of the farm. We will discuss
ways that you can start saving and producing energy yourself.
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Museum at Bethel
Woods: The museum is featuring the 2025 exhibit We Are Golden: Reflections on the 50th
Anniversary of the Woodstock Festival & Aspirations For A Peaceful Future. The Museum at Bethel Woods, where
vibrant, interactive exhibits, programs, and events celebrate the 1969 Woodstock Music and Art Fair and the
entire decade that it came to represent. This event is significant because it is the culmination of a decade of
radical cultural transformation and is the legacy of the Sixties and Woodstock today.
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Harvest Festival at Bethel Woods: The Harvest Festival highlights the bounty and talent of
both Sullivan County and the surrounding areas. It is free, family-friendly, and features over 100 vendors,
including a farmer's market, craft and artisan goods, specialty food, beer, wine, spirits, and food trucks.
Offerings also include live music, a creative learning tent, corn and hay mazes, and horse and buggy rides.
- Limit 12 people
- Distance 90 Miles Round Trip / 2.5 Hrs. Drive Time Round Trip
- Vehicle: Passenger Van or Personal Cars (TBD)
- Click HERE for more detailed information on all three parts
Tree Top Adventure at Skytop Lodge
The four-hour Treetop Adventure Course is just over 3,000 feet, with varying obstacles, including elevated
bridgeways from one tree platform to the next, logs hanging from ropes to walk across, ladders, a cargo net, and
16 different zip lines. The course is 50 feet off the ground with over 30 different midair elements. You
don't have to be in excellent shape to do this, but you must be active. This four-hour adventure is worth
the cost and then some. Not for the faint of heart, but it can also be tailored to your activity level. If
uncomfortable with a course, you have the opportunity to walk to the next one. Five separate courses are covered
that increase in skill levels as you move along.
- Cost: $TBD Charge per person.
- Time: 8:30 am ~ 4:30 pm
- Limit: 12 people
- Distance from camp 40 MIN / 35 MI
- Vehicle: Passenger Van or Personal Cars (TBD)
- YouTube Video of the Course
- Click HERE for more details
Participant Requirements:
- Able to reach with their hands above their head to a height of 5’11”, standing flat-footed on the ground
- Must have a waist size of less than 42 inches and thighs under 26 inches.
- Hair long enough to touch your shoulders must be tied back
- Closed-toe shoes with back support, preferably sneakers or sturdy walking shoes
- Wear appropriate clothing for current weather conditions. You will be outside for the duration of the day.
- This will be a rain-or-shine activity unless there is thunder and lightning at their location.
- All Treetop participants will be required to sign a waiver
- Bring
- Gloves (Fingerless gloves for sale for $3 from vendor)
- Water bottle clipped to self.
- Cameras only if attached to the body (not around the neck)
- Croakies / Chums for any glasses
Paddling on the Delaware River
Enjoy an 11-mile section of the Delaware River from Kittatinny’s River Beach Base in Milford, PA, to Dingman’s
Access. The river is a calm water destination with few notable rapids. It is ideal for beginners to develop
paddling and river reading skills and perfect for the experienced paddler who enjoys the untamed peaceful beauty
of the Middle Delaware. You will arrive at the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area four miles into this
trip. Paddle through forested mountains in long deep pools and brief stretches of shallow riffles with barely a
house in sight. Paddlers of all skill levels appreciate Middle Delaware's peaceful beauty, wildlife
sightings, and high water quality. You will see stunning scenery with lush vegetation and abundant wildlife—a
good possibility to see bald eagles, osprey, and occasionally whitetail deer. You will notice primitive
campsites on both sides of the river and some of its islands, offering overnight stays. Canoe, Kayak, Double
Kayak, and Solo Canoe Available. This is a long novice-level trip.
- Bring Water, Food, Sunscreen, Lotion, and Paddlers Wallet
- Wear: Swimsuit, Hat, Long Sleeve Sun Shirt, Paddlers Wallet, and Croakies / Chums for any eyewear
- Closed-toe water shoes are mandatory
- Cost $TBD per person
- Time: 8:30 am ~ 4:30 pm
- Limit 30 people
- Distance from camp: Put-In 9 Miles/25 Min | Takeout 15 Miles/30 Min
- Vehicle: Vendor Supplied Bus
- Click HERE for more info
Five Bridges Bike Tour along the McDade Trail – Southern
Grab a bike and head out on a beautiful, primarily flat section of the McDade Trail! Ride out five miles over
five bridges to the historic Owen’s Natural Spring House and turn around for a 10-mile round trip pedal or
continue a little further to get a great vantage point over the Delaware River. A perfect 10- or 14-mile ride on
the trail's easiest, most scenic section while enjoying a bit of history along the way with the amazing
views. Most people finish in about two to three hours. After the ride, cool off with a swim on the beach in the
Delaware River.
The ride will be a self-guided bike tour through the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area along the scenic McDade Trail. Pedal at your own pace along the well-maintained, wide gravel path. McDade
trail consists of 30 miles that parallel the Delaware River, extending from the Hialeah Picnic
Area (in the south) to Milford, PA (in the north). Along the ride are designated areas for picnicking and
swimming with restrooms. We will travel along the southern part of the trail, enjoying mountain and river views,
historical landmarks (traversing former settlements and farms), mountain streams, forests, fields, and abundant
wildlife. The trail is mostly flat from Hialeah to Owens trailheads as it traverses former settlements and
farms.
Rental equipment will be supplied at the trailhead at Smithfield Beach for anyone who needs a bike by Edge of the Woods Outfitters. Rentals Include bike/helmet and map. At
Smithfield Beach trailhead, swimming, picnicking area, and restrooms are available at the bike trail ($10
parking fee per vehicle).
- Bring: Bike or Rent a bike, Helmet, Spare Tire, Bike Tools, Bike Lock, At least two liters of water, Food,
Bike gloves
- Pack lunch during breakfast
- Rental Costs: $32 for 3 Hours / $44 full day (includes base case of rental + tax + parking + Mosaic
Administration Fees)
- Private bikes $10 per vehicle for parking (will be shared amongst the group)
- Distance from Camp 50 Min /
32 Miles
- 9:00 am ~ 4:30 pm
- Trip Advisor of Edge of Woods Outfitters, YouTube
- Click HERE for more info
Moderate/Strenuous Hike: Dunnfield Creek To Sunfish Pond Loop
Start by hiking along the Appalachian Trail just about 4 miles to Sunfish Pond, a slow, steady uphill on a wide
rocky path. You will reach a monument and see a sign for Sunfish Pond in 3.7 miles and will have climbed almost
1,000 feet. This is a popular destination because the hike then takes you through some of the prettiest forests
in New Jersey to arrive at Sunfish Pond, a glacial lake 1,000 feet ABOVE the surrounding area. After lunch at
the far end of the pond, we will head back down toward the cars on Dunnfield Creek Trail. This trail stays close
to the creek as it heads southwest toward the Delaware River. Dunnfield Creek Trail is rocky and uneven for the
first mile but begins to get smoother. The trail follows most of the twists and turns in the shallow creek, and
you will cross back and forth several times to avoid the steep banks on one side or the other. Three miles down,
this trail crosses the creek near what is sometimes called Dunnfield Falls. It is a short distance from the cars
along the famous AT trail.
Sunfish Pond is a popular destination, but rightly so. For newer hikers, this hike is manageable… but it’s also
not a “walk in the park,” and 9 miles may be longer than you realize or can comfortably do. While on our way
back, we passed many weary hikers asking, “How much farther to the pond?” Please, honestly, assess your fitness
level. This is not a good choice for your first hike.
- Bring standard hiking gear: Hat, Food, Water, Walking Stick, Sturdy Hiking Shoes
- Time: 8:00 am ~ 4:30 pm
- Limit 12 people
- Distance from camp: 40 Miles / 1 Hr.
- Vehicle: Passenger Van or Personal Cars (TBD)
- AMC / NJHiking.com / Pics of Sunfish Pond Loop
- Click HERE for more info
Moderate Hike in Cliff Park with Waterfalls and Mountain Views
Hike seven miles with 900 ft overall elevation gain (400 ft. in the first mile) in Cliff Park, Milford, PA,
including views of Hackers Falls and the Delaware Water Gap. Add an optional one-mile/220 ft elevation change
for views of Raymondskill Falls (the highest waterfall in Pennsylvania). The trail to Hackers Falls is
relatively easy, with some rocky areas. The trail to Raymondskill Falls is rooty and steep, with some steps.
Cliff Trail offers some of the most spectacular overlook views in the serpentine Delaware River Valley from
atop the Raymondskill Ridge. The reward-to-effort ratio is high on this hike. After an initial uphill climb,
following a mostly level ridge with views from at least four vantage points, it is possible to see three states
(Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York). These views were so inspiring to early filmmakers that several
Westerns were filmed using this magnificent scenery as stand-ins for the landscapes out west. About halfway, you
arrive at Milford Knob, where you will have a vantage point of the town of Milford, PA, below and High Point,
NJ, in the background.
As you go deep into a thick forest, you can hear the flow of water as you descend into the mystical valley that
holds the fan-shaped Hackers Falls, which is more than 20 feet tall. As you near the falls, the thundering sound
is a dead giveaway to the exact location. It's time to turn off the phone and enjoy what has been provided
to us for free.
Back at the parking lot, head down about ½ mile to visit Raymondskill Falls. The three-tiered Raymondskill
Falls is the tallest waterfall in Pennsylvania. Adding the drops from each tier together makes the waterfall
only a few feet shorter than Niagara Falls. While the trail is short, it is fairly steep and uneven. The upper
viewing area provides a view of the upper pool and the top of one of the drops. The lower viewing area offers an
excellent opportunity to take photos of the falls. A spur off the main trails provides a quarter-mile, one-way
walk to Raymondskill Creek (this trail does not lead to the bottom of the falls).
- Bring standard hiking gear: Hat, Food, Water, Hiking Stick, Hiking Sturdy Hiking Shoes
- Time: 8:30 am ~ 4:00 pm
- Limit 12 people
- Distance from camp: 6 miles / 10 min one way
- Vehicle: Passenger Van or Personal Cars (TBD)
- Facebook of Hackers Falls | Google Images of Hackers Falls
- Click HERE for more info
A Day at Promised Land State Park
Choose a morning activity:
- Rent a boat to tour Promised Land Lake (422 acres lake). Types of boats include rowboats, canoes, one and
two-person kayaks, and paddleboats.
- Enjoy a swim and relax at a large beach area with a concession stand nearby for refreshments.
- Bike the 6.5-mile paved road around Promised Land Lake, Lower Lake Road, and the park’s six campgrounds (you
must provide your own bike transportation).
Choose an afternoon activity:
- Hike to Little Falls.
- Learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) at the Masker Museum at Promised Land State Park. This
museum is one of the largest in the Commonwealth and features interactive stories, displays, and artifacts
that tell the story of the CCC in the Promised Land. Then, hike at Conservation Island (a 1.4-mile Flat Hike).
- Bike the 6.5-mile paved road around Promised Land Lake, Lower Lake Road and in the park’s six campgrounds
(must provide own bike and transportation).
- Bring Swimming gear if you plan to swim or paddle, closed-toe water shoes for paddling, hiking shoes, hat,
water, and food.
- Boat Rental: $TBD/hr., $TBD/2 hr., 4-8 hrs. $TBD (paid directly to the vendor on-site)
- Time: 8:30 am ~ 4:00 pm
- Distance from camp 30 Miles / 30 Min one-way
- Vehicle: Passenger Van or Personal Cars (TBD)
- Click HERE for more details
Moderate 3 to 4 ½ mile Hike at Tumbling Waters and Scenic Gorge Trails at the Pocono Environmental Education
Center
Tumbling Waters Trail is along gurgling creeks through tranquil hemlock ravines, down to roaring waterfalls,
and up to views of the Delaware River Valley and the Kittatinny Ridge in New Jersey. This 3-mile orange-blazed
trail begins along the Fossil trail, across from Pocono Environmental Education Center's two group lodges,
30 yards up the campus road from PEEC's dining hall. At the end of the first mile, hikers are rewarded with
a beautiful overlook of the Delaware Valley and Kittatinny Mountains in New Jersey at Hermits Hill. At 1.5
miles, take a series of switchbacks down 240 ft to the waterfalls. We will enjoy listening to the waterfalls
while having lunch. Afterward, you must climb back up the switchbacks before continuing the main trail, which
quickly ascends to Killer Hill (a total of 340 ft elevation gain from the falls to the top of the hill). We will
pass through 3 forest types: a hemlock forest, a mixed oak forest, and a pine plantation before arriving on the
shore of Pickerel Pond, which is a few minutes from the end of this trail.
After a bathroom break at the main lodge, head back out for about another hour towards the Moderate to Easy 1½
mile Scenic Gorge, which begins with Ridgeline Trail. Experience an open hardwood forest ecosystem and a dark,
cool hemlock canopy along Spackman's Creek.
This is a repeat of Friday's Activity.
Moderate 4.5 Mile Ridgeline Trail Hike at Pocono Environmental Education Center
The Ridgeline Trail is a well-marked and well-maintained 4.5-mile/3-hour (without stops) moderate hike with
less than 250 feet of elevation gain. For the first half-mile and the last mile, the Ridgeline Trail runs
concurrently with the Scenic Gorge Trail.
You pass through the oak-chestnut forest and then climb up and over ridges of sedimentary rock, descend from a
steep ridge – with the help of a rope – to the gorge below, where you visit the ruins of a cabin and its
abandoned earthen dam. Follow around forested wetlands, and dive deep into a mature Hemlock forest following
Spackman’s Creek. Even though the terrain is hilly, much of the area was farmed, and rock walls and a stone
chimney can be seen along the trail. Before you leave the forest, you come to a 15-foot waterfall on Alicia
Creek (AKA Sparkman’s Creek) and then hike alongside the stream back to your starting point.
This is a repeat of Friday's activity.
- Bring standard hiking gear: Hat, Walking Stick, Water, Food, Hiking Shoes
- Cost: None
- Time: 8:30 am~1:00 pm
- Limit 20 People
- Distance from camp: 15 Miles /25 Min one-way
- Vehicle: Bus
- YouTube video of Trials at PEEC
- Click HERE for more info
Cornelia & Florence Bridge Nature Preserve
Enjoy a peaceful, easy walk through the forest near camp. A good portion of the three miles of trails in the
Preserve is handicap accessible*, with gradual uphill and downhill (total elevation gain/loss under 200 ft.) and
wide, mostly flat paths. You need to watch your step with rocks and tree roots in a few places.
Before his death in 2008, Dingman Township native Charles Bridge donated his family's 300-acre property to
the township. Charlie had two specific visions for the property ̶ to honor his late wife and mother, who wanted
to preserve the property, and to honor their wish that the land be accessible for public enjoyment. He also
requested that the Park be named the Cornelia and Florence Bridge Preserve in their honor.
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