Spring Hike Day 2024

 “Thousands of tired, nerve-shaken, over-civilized people are beginning to find out going to the mountains is going home; that wilderness is a necessity.” – John Muir

Join us for a spring hike along the beautiful trails surrounding SLC.  Friends and families are welcome!

The cost for Family Hike Day is $25 for SLC Alumni Association Members and $30 for non-members.

($100/$120 for families of 4 or more)

A light breakfast is included.

All proceeds will benefit Surprise Lake Camp.

All hikers MUST register in advance (see form below).

Schedule

9:00am: Check-in begins/Light breakfast will be available
10:00am: SHARP: Hikes begin

Hike Choices:

Firetower:  Led by Jason Hoffman. Difficulty level is moderate to challenging, including some inclines. This is a good old-fashioned climb with several fantastic views and points of interest along the way. Provides choice views of Crow’s Nest and Storm King Mountain on the other side of the Hudson River.  Maximum hiking time is 5 hours, including time for lunch.  You must be able to walk 20 minutes up an incline without getting short of breath in order to choose this hike.

Bull Hill/Mt. Taurus:  Led by Whammy.  This hike is filled with history, ruins, and panoramic views of the Hudson Valley and beyond. Difficulty level is moderate to challenging, including some steep inclines.  Maximum hiking time is 5.5 hours, including time for lunch.  You must be able to walk 20 minutes without getting short of breath in order to choose this hike. 

Hinterlands:  Led by Mike Tenenhaus and Jeff Berk.  Difficulty level is moderate.  Relatively short distance, although mostly inclines. Maximum hiking time is 2.5 hours, including time for lunch.

Cornish/Northgate Ruins:  Led by Jeremy Smuckler. Explore our historic Northgate ruins.  Difficulty level ranges from rustic, unleveled roads to mild inclines. This is also a great option for families with children. Maximum hiking time is 3 hours, including time for lunch.

Please Remember:

• All participants must register in advance (see the form below). If you have not registered in advance, you will not be allowed to enter Camp.
• Each family must fill out their own registration form. You may not register for another family.
• Please provide cell phone numbers for each hiker who has their own phone (for emergency purposes).
• Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
• Buildings at Camp will be closed except for bathrooms and dining hall in the Main Building.
• Hike Day is for people hiking only.  Please do not come to camp if you do not plan to hike. 
• Sorry, NO PETS are allowed at Camp.
• We strongly suggest you pack lunch and snacks for your hike.
• All participants must bring an ample supply of water.
• Dress in layers. It can be quite chilly in the morning, and will likely warm up
  throughout the day.
• Bring a camera for great photo opportunities!

Spring Hike Day

• Your Name (Guest #1)*
  First Last
• Address
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• Your Email*
  Enter Email Confirm Email
• Your Cell Phone*
• Your Choice of Hike*
  • Firetower
  • Bull Hilll
  • Hinterlands
  • Cornish
• Are you a Current Annual or Lifetime Member of the SLC Alumni Association?*
  YesNo
• Members: How many other guests are you registering?*
  0, Just Me123456
• Non-Members: How many other guests are you registering?*
  0, Just Me123456
• Emergency Contact Name*
  (someone NOT participating on Hike Day)
  First Last
• Emergency contact phone number
• Guest #2*
  First Last
• Guest #2 Cell Phone
• Guest #2 Choice of Hike*
  • Firetower
  • Bull Hill
  • Hinterlands
  • Cornish
• Guest #3*
  First Last
• Guest #3 Cell Phone
• Guest #3 Choice of Hike*
  • Firetower
  • Bull Hill
  • Hinterlands
  • Cornish
• Guest #4*
  First Last
• Guest #4 Cell Phone
• Guest #4 Choice of Hike*
  • Firetower
  • Bull Hill
  • Hinterlands
  • Cornish
• Guest #5*
  First Last
• Guest #5 Cell Phone
• Guest #5 Choice of Hike*
  • Firetower
  • Bull Hill
  • Hinterlands
  • Cornish
• Guest #6*
  First Last
• Guest #6 Cell Phone
• Guest #6 Choice of Hike*
  • Firetower
  • Bull Hill
  • Hinterlands
  • Cornish
• Would you like to support the 2024 SLCAA Annual Raffle?
  The proceeds of this 50/50 Raffle will assist the Alumni Association in its mission to support camp and the SLC Scholarship Fund.
  No, Thank You1 Ticket2 Tickets3 Tickets4 Tickets1 Book2 Books3 Books4 Books
• Additional Donation
• Notes / Requests:
• Total
  $0.00
• Family Hike Waiver*
  I, the undersigned, intending to be legally bound, hereby for myself, my heirs, executors, and administers waive and release any and all rights and claims for damages I may have against Surprise Lake Camp and all sponsors and their representatives for any and all injuries suffered by me (and anyone else in my party) in said event. I attest and verify that I am physically fit and am prepared for this event, and that my physical condition has been verified by a licensed medical doctor. I hereby grant full permission to use any photographs, recordings of any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose.
  I agree to the terms of this waiver

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