Get Together: Nov 29, 2008 - Deep Hollow, Mary Ann Forge, and Beck's Canal

[Ben Ruset]

Folks,

It's been quite a long time since I've organized a site-wide get-together. We have a lot of new members, and with optimal exploring weather around us it seems like a perfect opportunity to meet and do some exploring.

We'll meet at the Ranger Station at Brendan Byrne State Forest at 9:30 AM on Saturday, Nov. 29th. Look for the yellow Jeep Wrangler. From there we'll consolidate vehicles and explore the remains of Deep Hollow Campground, the forge and sawmill ruins at Mary Ann Forge, and finally hike the Southern part of the canal (Henry Beck Lost in the Woods: One Railroad) from Mount Misery Brook to the bottom of the former lake at Lower Mill.

The hiking and exploring should be fairly easy. There's only one spot early on by the canal that requires some ducking through a small patch of briers.

Everyone is invited, and if you have a friend who you think might enjoy the trip, bring them along to. I'd appreciate it if those who think they may come please let me know just so I can get an approximate headcount.

You'll be seeing some really interesting ruins and earthworks, so remember to bring your cameras.

 

[mudboy dave]

I definitely interested since i have been spending a better part of my time on the site and would like to meet some people. also do you have a satellite image of the hiking area? how long of a hike? just out of curiosity

 

[Ben Ruset]

Hiking the canal should take ~20 min. The rest of the time we'll be poking around Deep Hollow and Mary Ann Forge. I'll try to get some map links up later tonight.

We'll be in the general area of Mt. Misery Rd., on the North side of Rt. 70.

 

[mudboy dave]

cool sounds good

 

[gipsie]

This sounds like fun... I may be in. I need to check schedules, etc. but am putting this on the calendar!

 

[grendel]

I will be up for the holliday, I'll try to make it.

 

[Chrisr]

I'm pretty sure I can make it. I do have a family get together late Saturday afternoon, but shouldn't be a problem.

 

[jmaul]

Sounds great Ben, I'll plan to be there.

One ??, are you thinking adults only, or family?

Jeff

 

[Ben Ruset]

Sounds great Ben, I'll plan to be there.

One ??, are you thinking adults only, or family?

Jeff

People should feel free to bring kids, but just be mindful that we'll be around ruins, so keep an eye on them so they don't fall or get hurt.

 

[MarkBNJ]

I'm there!

 

[usafvet]

I'll most likely make it I'd like to meet everyone since I am fairly new! Sounds fun. If I remember correctly the ranger station is just off 72.

 

[Ben Ruset]

I'll most likely make it I'd like to meet everyone since I am fairly new! Sounds fun. If I remember correctly the ranger station is just off 72.

Just off Rt. 70.

 

[usafvet]

Division B headquarters for the forest fire service is the same building... right? It's easier for me to come in off 72 lol.

 

[andy1015]

love to come, however that is my weekend to work

 

[Ben Ruset]

love to come, however that is my weekend to work

Don't worry, I plan to try to have at least one more in early 2009.

 

[andy1015]

sounds like a plan

 

[Mts83]

Sounds like fun, I'll seriously consider it.

 

[maxwellandson]

I would like to attend but im not sure if I can. My oldest son is coming home from college on Wed and returning Sunday morning. Have to see what the wife has planned out.

 

[JerseyJim]

Ben, you just may see me at this one. We haven't explored since Sandy Hook many moons ago.

 

[maxwellandson]

Looks like I'm in the clear and can make it . Do you think it would be alright to bring Bub though? If its not a good idea let me know thanks