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*"The Storm Water Collaborative* ([www.njstormwatermatters.com)](https://njstormwatermatters.com./ "https://njstormwatermatters.com.") *has 20 members throughout NJ . It started with the Passaic River Basin and now covers all of NJ. We report on solutions to the issues of stormwater management and flooding. We have investigated solutions for Paterson, Newark, Camden, Morristown, Pennington, Denville, Hackensack and several towns along the Whippany River, the Caldwells, Fairfield, and the towns around Lake Hopatcong."* The Collaborative's website is: [www.njstormwatermatters.com.](https://njstormwatermatters.com./ "https://njstormwatermatters.com.") If the link doesn't work on Safari try a different browser. Leaders of the collective will speak with us as we explore the trails. At the end of our hike, we will gather at the Millburn Library (or local cafe, TBD) for discussion and complimentary refreshments. You might ask, "Why is this an important environmental issue?" You may remember what happened during Hurricane Ida a few years back. Devastation. Total neighborhoods and businesses were flooded out and more.... Join us to learn about these issues. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ **Details:**
**Start:** Locust Grove Parking Lot. If the lot is full, park across the street at the Millburn Library. Following our hike, join us for refreshments and a lively conversation about our environment led by the Collective members. **Distance:** Approximately 6 miles (depending on trail conditions). Our hike is only part of the total time set aside for this event. 10:10 am - 3 pm includes our meeting after the hike. **Terrain:** Hilly and narrow trails. Hiking shoes and poles recommended. (Some poles will be available to share). **Transit:** Coming from NY Penn... The Midtown Direct train departs at 9:11 am to Millburn Station. In Millburn, exit the train and cross Glen Ave at the light/intersection to enter Locust Grove where we will meet. **Difficulty:** Moderate - pace of approximately 2.5 MPH - hiking is slower than just walking. **Category:** Nature, history, and educational. **Coordinator:** Risa Olinsky, 201-618-5582 or info@freewalkers.org Explore the beauty of the Lenape trail, a branch of the Rahway River and of course, Hemlock and Hobble Falls. **Scroll down for beautiful photos of South Mountain from all four seasons.** If you've never hiked here you're in for a treat! Hope you can join us! Questions? Email Risa at info@freewalkers.org.
