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National Trails Day Celebration
Celebrate the American Hiking Society’s signature trail awareness program, National Trails Day, this year at Bass River State Forest – the first forest acquired by the state of New Jersey in 1905 for public recreation, water conservation, and wildlife and timber management.
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10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
6/8/2008
National Trails Day Celebration

American Hiking Society's signature trail awareness program, National Trails Day, inspires the public and trail enthusiasts nationwide to seek out their favorite trails to discover, learn about, and celebrate trails while participating in educational exhibits, trail dedications, gear demonstrations, instructional workshops and trail work projects. Across the country, states are celebrating National Trails Day and New Jersey is no different. The Outdoor Club of South Jersey will be hosting a five miles hike/walk through Bass River State Forest on June 8, 2008.

BRING THE FAMILY

National Trails Day is a great time to introduce your family to local natural beauty or teach your children about the importance of preserving and understanding trails. Take a hike through Bass River State Forest and then cool off with a picnic under the shade.

COME PREPARED

Bring your lunch/beverages. After a five mile hike, you will surely need them. Also, this event will be held rain or shine so remember to bring rain gear and appropriate shoes for all weather.

VOLUNTEER

The American Hiking Society is always looking for volunteers and National Trails Day is the perfect day to start. Contact the Outdoor Club of South Jersey or the American Hiking Society at 1-800-972-8606 to find out more.

SUPPORT

The American Hiking Society is fighting to protect and maintain the places you love to hike, hoping to preserve them for future generations. You can help by becoming a member or making a generous donation.

LEAVE NO TRACE

Embrace the spirit of National Trails Day and remember to remove all personal belongings and refuse before leaving the hiking site.

CONTACT INFO
Bass River State Forest
762 Stage Road
New Gretna, NJ 08224
(609) 296-1114
 http://www.ocsj.org
 Primary County: Burlington
 
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