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Pre-Trip Thursday, August 28th
Note: Below is a tentative list of possible activities.
The final schedule will
likely change as the event draws nearer.
Activities may be added, deleted, or modified.
Morning
- 6:30 am – 9:00 am Breakfast
- 6:30 am – 9:00 am Pack up and check out: Bring your luggage to the front desk for daily
safekeeping. If you are driving, put your luggage in the car. Everyone must be checked out of their rooms
before heading out for the day.
- 9 am Meet in the lobby.
- 9:15 am Drive to Thursday morning activities’ Eco Cruise and kayaking at Laurel Hill County
Park in Secaucus and Meadowlands birding walk at Richard Del Korte Park in Lyndhurst.
Then enjoy one of the following options:
TH1 Meadowlands Kayaking
Experience Level: Intermediate Level and Above. May not be suitable for
beginners.
Paddle through the rich and diverse waters of the Hackensack River and adjacent Saw Mill Creek Wildlife
Management Area. This tidal estuary comprises a unique mix of natural and human-made features. As you paddle the
river, marshes, and creeks, you may see snowy egrets wading and feeding in the murky waters. Hear the rush of
marsh grasses blowing in the breeze. The panoramic views include geologically ancient Palisade outcroppings,
in-use commuter railroad trestles, the New Jersey Turnpike, and the Manhattan skyline, featuring the Freedom
Tower and Empire State Building towering above the reeds.
The waters of the NJ Meadowlands are now home to more than 60 species of fish and shellfish. At last count, 63
species of birds were found to nest there, with an additional 200 species utilizing the marsh and adjacent
uplands as migratory stopovers. Endangered northern harrier and yellow-crowned night heron are confirmed nesters
and resident ospreys and peregrine falcons utilize the marshes as primary hunting grounds.
- Bring water, snacks, sunscreen, insect repellent, shorts/swimwear, hat, closed-toe water shoes, paddlers wallet, chums / croakies (for eyewear), long sleeve sun shirt, and money for lunch
- Pack a complete change of clothing for afterward, including underwear
- Tour Cost $TBD Advance Registration
- Travel Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
- Tour Duration: 9:30 am ~ 11:30 pm
- Maximum of 18
- Distance from Hotel: 20 Min
- Hackensack Riverkeeper
- Click HERE for more info
TH1 Meadowlands Birding Walk
Hackensack Riverkeeper with a leisurely pace on a Bird-Walk that takes about two hours
from start to finish with plenty of stops along the way for birding (and botanizing and discussion as well). The
guide will offer you a chance to gain a more thorough understanding of the birds and other wildlife that inhabit
our region. Beginning birders and amateur naturalists are always welcome! Bird Walks are guided birding trips to
unique habitat areas within the Hackensack River watershed (and sometimes beyond). We will explore the Richard
W. DeKorte Park and the Sawmill Creek Wildlife Management Area in Lyndhurst, NJ. DeKorte is a very productive
birding destination because of its varied habitats.
Even though Bird Walks are walks, not hikes, the trails are sometimes muddy or uneven, so be sure to wear
comfortable, sturdy shoes. Also, bring sunscreen and bug juice; don’t forget to bring your binoculars.
- Bring water, snack, sunscreen, insect repellent, a hat, comfortable walking shoes, and money for lunch
- Tour Cost $TBD Advance Registration
- Travel Time: 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
- Tour Duration 9:30 am - 11:30 pm
- Meet at Meadowlands Environmental Center – Richard Del Korte Park, Lyndhurst, NJ
- Distance from Hotel 20 Min
- Richard W. DeKorte Park
- Click HERE for more info
BE BACK AT THE HOTEL BY 1:30 pm
- 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm - Lunch at a restaurant of your choice. There are many choices of
restaurants in Clifton, in the immediate vicinity of the La Quinta Inn:
- 2:30 pm - Departure from the La Quinta Inn & Suites
- 4:00 pm - Arrive at Cedar Lake Camp, Milford, PA
Mosaic Shuttle from Pre-Trip to Main Event
The Mosaic shuttle will leave promptly for camp on Thursday, August 29th, at 2:30 pm. Please meet outside the
lobby with your luggage by 2:15 pm. The shuttle WILL NOT WAIT FOR ANYONE who is not ready for pickup when the
shuttle departs the hotel. Anyone left behind because they were not waiting for the shuttle at the appointed
time will need to arrange their camp transportation and forfeit the Mosaic Shuttle's cost.
Cost of Mosaic Shuttle: Round trip/$TBD One-Way $TBD. (Round trip will return you to the airport after the main
event.)
Contact
Contact the Pre-Trip
Co-Chairperson at Pre-Trip@MosaicOutdoor.org for
questions.