Pre-Thanksgiving Gobble, Gobble Hike!
Bring the family and start celebrating early with a 5-mile hike exploring the beauty of South Mountain Reservation!
Date and time
Location
Locust Grove Parking Lot
Glen Ave Millburn, NJ 07041Refund Policy
About this event
- Event lasts 3 hours 30 minutes
Start and Finish: Locust Grove Parking lot. Please arrive 10 minutes early if you can. We will wait for the NYC train.
Distance: 5-6 miles (dependent on weather and trail conditions).
Terrain: hiking trails, some elevation. Moderate 2-2.5 mph pace through the woods.
Transit: NJ Transit to Millburn - Midtown Direct - 9:11 AM train from NYC.
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. I will have a few hiking poles available to share. Please be able to walk narrow trails and some hills.
Category: nature, history, scenic.
Coordinator: Risa Olinsky: 201-618-5582, if you text or call leave your name please.
Directions: Locust Grove is located on Glen Ave across the sreet from the NJ Transit/ Millburn station. There is (limited) parking in the trail head lot, FREE at the train station and the Millburn Library across the street. Port-o-Johns in the park for before the hike.
Holiday Spirit! Each year at Gobble, Gobble we like to do somethig special to support the community. Again, this year we will collect old coats for all ages, children through adults. Bring your coats to the walk and drop them in my car and I will deliver them to The GenWealth Group for donation. Bring a coat, get a thank you gift!
For safety and comfort: Dress for warmth (layers suggested) Hiking shoes/boots. Bring water. Trails can be muddy and rocky in some areas. Hiking poles are helpful; not required. If you're coming from NYC there is the mid-town direct train to Millburn that leaves NY Penn Station at 9:11 am to arrive in Millburn at 9:56.
Children (who can walk the distance) welcome with parent/guardians. NO strollers, bicycles, or other wheels. NO dogs!!
Contact information. info@freewalkers.org, 201-618-5582.
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Frequently asked questions
Fluids(32 to 64 ounces), snacks or a small meal are recommended for most events. Some walks have planned stops for provisions. Depending on weather and route, you may consider a hat, sunscreen, extra socks, rain poncho, umbrella, insect repellent, first aid or foot care.
FreeWalkers mostly works with the weather the day provides, but occasionally an event will be rescheduled or cancelled if there is the expectation of substantial rainfall or dangerous conditions. Registrants will always be emailed of such changes. If no notice is provided, the walk is a go!
FreeWalkers are free to walk as much of the route as they choose. There are often optional endpoints where transit is available. Uber and other options can be considered. If you do leave the walk, it is best to let the walk coordinator know, so the group does not wait or look for you.
Most FreeWalks start and/or end at mass transit points for ease of access and return. If driving to the event, you often may park at the start and return, or park at the end and ride to the start. Check the event description for details.
We have a NO DOG policy - we love animals, but prefer not to have them on walks for safety reasons. Thank you for your understanding. Children who can do the distances are welcome with their parents or adults over 21 who are take full responsibility for them.
No need. You will be checked in at the event by providing your name.