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Are you a seeker of adventure? Do you daydream of the great outdoors? Is your soul itching for a wild wilderness immersion cleansing? Are you longing for crisp mountain air, meandering mountain streams, the sounds of silence, ridge-line hikes?
Well, you’ve found the right place to quench your thirst, to satisfy that urge, to expand your comfort zone and to reconnect with or deepen your connection with nature.
Take your time perusing all of Valley to Summit’s trip offerings for Spring 2014 (April through June). Be sure to check back for updates as we are always adding more dates and new trips. And don’t worry, we have you covered for Summer and Fall too!
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A BIRDS EYE VIEW WITH A SIP OF WINESunday, May 4 | Sunday, June 29$69This trip includes raptors, a great hike, a river of rocks and wine A Birds Eye View Day Hike with a Sip of Wine Full Details |
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22 WATERFALL HIKESaturday, May 24$79Be transported to a waterfall wonderland while hiking a challenging 7.2 mile circuit hike trail that boasts a series of 22 wild, free-flowing waterfalls. Full Details |
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APPALACHIAN TRAIL, MT. TAMMANY & SUNFISH PONDSunday, April 6 | Sunday, June 1$69A classic 9 mile hike in a wilderness setting. Climb to the peek of Mt. Tamanny, hike along the banks of Dunfield Creek, enjoy the tranquil serenity of Sunfish Pond and hike on the famed Appalachian Trail. Appalachian Trail, Mt. Tammany Peak & Sunfish Pond Day Hike in the Gap Full Details |
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FRENCH CREEK STATE PARK HIKE & SLY FOX BREWERY TOUR$55Spend the day hiking approximately 6 miles in the backcountry of French Creek State Park and Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Feeling refreshed and rejuvenated, enjoy a tour of a local brewery. French Creek State Park Hike & Sly Fox Brewery Tour Full Details |
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FRENCH CREEK STATE PARK HIKE WITH BACKCOUNTRY BAKINGSunday, May 10$75Hike up an appetite and learn backcountry baking culinary skills as we spend the day hiking approximately 6 miles in the backcountry of French Creek State Park and Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. French Creek State Park Day Hike with Backcountry Baking Full Details |
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WOLF WATCH & DAY HIKE IN THE GAPSaturday, April 12$65This journey begins with a spectacular wolf watch. Three wolf packs surround the observation area. Bobcats and foxes also put on a show. End the day with a moderate hike in the Delaware Water Gap. Wolf Watch & Day Hike in the Gap Full Details |
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HICKORY RUN BOULDER FIELD & WATERFALL HIKESaturday, May 18 | Sunday, June 15$69Sitting in the western foothills of the Pocono Mountains in Carbon County, PA, experience natures wonders hiking the Hickory Run Boulder Field and embracing a 25 ft natural waterfall. Hickory Run Boulder Field & Waterfall Hike Full Details |
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CLYDESDALE HORSEBACK RIDING, BONFIRE & CRAFT BREW TASTINGSaturday, February 8$120Ride these gentle giants along the banks of a quaint tree lined river followed by lunch, craft brew and a lake-front bonfire.Clydesdale Horseback Riding, Bonfire & Craft Brew Tasting Full Details |
WILDERNESS YOGA RETREAT HIKEComing soon in May 2014 |
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DEVIL’S PULPIT & THE PINNACLE LOOPSaturday, April 26 | Saturday, June 21$79Among the two best vistas in PA, hike the Appalachian Trail and connector trails located in the Lehigh Gap to Devil’s Pulpit and the Pinnacle, two distinctive rock formation. Challenging, but rewarding. Devil’s Pulpit & the Pinnacle Hike Full Details |
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APPALACHIAN TRAIL OVERNIGHT BACKPACKING TEASER | 2 DAYS & 1 NIGHT (INTRO)Saturday-Sunday, May 31-June 1Saturday-Sunday, June 14-15$189Backpack the famous Appalachian Trail through the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Explore the wilderness, enjoy the serenity of glaciated Sunfish pond and learn the basic elements to thriving in the backcountry. Appalachian Trail Overnight Teaser Full Details |
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PINCHOT TRAIL OVERNIGHT BACKPACKING TEASER | 2 DAYS & 1 NIGHT (INTRO)Saturday-Sunday, May 17-18Saturday-Sunday, June 28-29$189Backpack a section of the Pinchot Trail, named after Gifford Pinchot, the first Chief of the United States Forest Service as well as a two term Governor of Pennsylvania, located in Lackawanna State Forest on the Pocono plateau in north-eastern Pennsylvania. Pinchot Trail Overnight Teaser Full Details |
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PINCHOT TRAIL FULL CIRCUIT BACKPACKING | 3 DAYS & 2 NIGHTS (INTRO)Date: TBD$249Complete the 23 mile Pinchot Trail in Lackawanna State Forest on this multi-night backpacking trip. Feel the freedom of being self sufficient for 3 days as we hike to and setup a new campsite each night. Full Details |
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OLD LOGGER’S PATH FULL CIRCUIT BACKPACKING | 3 DAYS & 2 NIGHTS (INTRO/INTERMEDIATE)Saturday-Monday, May 24-26$299Spanning across the northern tier of the Endless Mountains and in one of Pennsylvania’s few remaining pristine wilderness areas, we will backpack the Old Logger’s Path, a 27 mile circuit hike in the Loyalsock State Forest. Full Details |
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THE WEST RIM TRAIL - PA GRAND CANYON BACKPACKING TRAVERSE | 3 DAYS & 2 NIGHTS (INTRO/INTERMEDIATE)Date: TBD$299The West Rim Trail, aka PA’s Grand Canyon, was voted PA’s Best Trail by Outside Magazine. It is a very scenic 30 mile long-distance trail with some challenging topography that mostly follows the western edge of Pine Creek Gorge. West Rim Trail – PA Grand Canyon Traverse Full Details |
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GUIDES’ CHOICE: FRANCONIA BACKCOUNTRY IN THE WHITE MOUNTAINS, NH | 4 DAYS & 3 NIGHTS (INTERMEDIATE+)Thursday-Sunday, July 3-6$425Immerse yourself in the Franconia backcountry set in the rugged Pemigewasset Willderness region of the White Mountain National Forest. Great ridge-view vistas and wild streams. Guide Choice: Franconia Backcountry in the White Mountains, NH Full Details |
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OUTDOOR RAPPELLING ADVENTURE$49Enjoy the thrill of descending vertical cliffs and walls of varying height. Learn from certified guides different techniques to provide you with the confidence to take that first step over the edge. All gear provided. RALPH STOVERSunday, May 25
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OUTDOOR ROCK CLIMBINGIntro: $89
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CUSTOM & PRIVATE DAY HIKESYou dream it. We plan it. We can offer one of our listed hikes or we can tailor a full day adventure to fit your vision. Perfect for group of friends, date hikes, corporate team building hikes and family hikes. Full Details |
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KAYAKING THE CHESAPEAKE BAYDate: TBDIntro:Intermediate:Full Details |
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LEAVE NO TRACE AWARENESS WORKSHOPSDates: TBDThe basic Leave No Trace training is the Awareness Workshop. An Awareness Workshop is any formal Leave No Trace presentation that is one-day or less in length. These presentations can include a wide variety of programs ranging from a 30-minute presentation to a day-long workshop. Leave No Trace Awareness Workshops Full Details
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LEAVE NO TRACE OVERNIGHT TRAINER COURSESDates: TBD$120Valley to Summit’s LNT Master Educators and Trainers provide participants with comprehensive training in Leave No Trace skills and ethics in a condensed two-day format in accordance with the guidelines set forth by the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics Leave No Trace Overnight Trainer Course Full Details |
