Jenn Popper's Events

December 28, 2019

Saturday

Battle of Trenton March
Dec 28, 2019 from 3:00am to 3:30pm EST
Location: Washington Crossing Historic Park 1112 River Rd, Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania 18977
Description:
Two battle re-enactments, an 8-mile march and a 5-mile tour

Bear witness to the events of December 25, 1776 through January 2, 1777 and learn their significance.

Muster up. It is time for the FreeWalkers regiment to march with the Continental Army
Created by: Jenn Popper
Categories: Historical, Short distance (<10 miles), Medium distance (10 - 25 miles)

November 29, 2019

Friday

Gobble Gobble Hike
Nov 29, 2019 from 9:30am to 12:30pm EST
Location: South Mountain Reservation Essex County Dog Park Essex County Dog Park Maplewood, NJ
Description:
Trail hike for 4-5 miles. Finish time will depend on the pace of the group. Estimate is 3 hours.

Highlights will include the Fairy Trail and Hemlock Falls.

Directions: Enter South Mt Reservation from South Orange Ave onto Crest Drive (from either
Created by: Jenn Popper
Categories: Short distance (<10 miles)

November 16, 2019

Saturday

Schuylkill River Trail -- National Take a Hike Day
Nov 16, 2019 from 10:00am to 4:00pm EST
Location: 30th Street station 2955 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Description:
Be part of FreeWalkers attempt to hike 1,000 miles on National Take a Hike Day.

A riverside flex walk of 5 to 15 miles with many rail stations along the way so you may travel the distance of your choice. A scenic fall walk through Fairmount Park an
Created by: Jenn Popper
Categories: Short distance (<10 miles), Medium distance (10 - 25 miles)

November 3, 2019

Sunday

Stroll & Roll
Nov 3, 2019 from 10:30am to 1:30pm EST
Location: Echo Lake Park, Springfield Avenue, Mountainside, New Jersey 07092
Description:
Healthy Fun for Everyone!
Warm weather got you busting to go outdoors? What about the family?

The FreeWalkers and Union County Parks have the perfect event for you and your family. It's a FREE Sunday stroll on November 3rd along the beautiful trails
Created by: Jenn Popper
Categories: Short distance (<10 miles)
Tags: family friendly

October 27, 2019

Sunday

Haunted Happy Halloween Hike 2019
Oct 27, 2019 from 10:15am to 5:15pm EDT
Location: Philipse Manor, Sleepy Hollow, NY
Description:
A joint walk with the FREEWALKERS.and the SHOREWALKERS

A limit of 30 people for the cemetery tour, RAIN OR SHINE !!!

The fourth annual Sleepy Hollow Cemetery tour/ Westchester river walk/ Old Croton Aqueduct walk for 10 miles. Meet at the Philipse Mano
Created by: Jenn Popper
Categories: Medium distance (10 - 25 miles)
Tags: historical, medium distance (10-25 miles)

October 14, 2019

Monday

Lenape34 2019 - The Origins Walk
Oct 14, 2019 from 7:00am to 8:00pm EDT
Location: 35 Essex Street, Millburn, New Jersey 07041
Description:
This Columbus Day's 34-mile walk starts at the train station in Millburn, NJ and follows an old marked trail called the "Lenape Trail" in beautiful South Mountain, Eagle Rock and Mills Reservations. It includes suburban towns such as Montclair, West
Created by: Jenn Popper
Categories: General
Tags: long distance (25+ miles)

October 12, 2019

Saturday

Bristol Stomp! (Bristol PA to Trenton NJ historic walk and tour)
Oct 12, 2019 from 10:30am to 4:30pm EDT
Location: Bristol Train Station, Washington and Prospect Streets, Bristol, PA 19007
Description:
18 mile walk from Bristol PA to Trenton, NJ

Register on Eventbrite.

Join FreeWalkers along the East Coast Greenway in our Bristol Stomp, with an improved route visiting additional points of historic interest.

This 18-mile walk through Trenton and
Created by: Jenn Popper
Categories: Medium distance (10 - 25 miles)

September 28, 2019

Saturday

Bronx Coast to Coast Walk 2019
Sep 28, 2019 from 9:00am to 4:00pm EDT
Location: Ewen Park Entrance, W 231st Street and Riverdale Ave, NY, NY 10463
Description:
The walk starts at the intersection of W 231st St. and Riverdale Ave. at the entrance to Ewen Park (by the benches).

To get there by subway, take the #1 Train to 231st St. Then, from the station, walk 4 blocks west on W 231st St (past the Dunk
Created by: Jenn Popper
Categories: Medium distance (10 - 25 miles)

September 21, 2019

Saturday

The Endless Summer Walk 2019
Sep 21, 2019 from 7:30am to 6:00pm EDT
Location: Aberdeen-Matawan Train Station, Main St. and Atlantic Ave., Matawan, NJ 07747
Description:
Don't you wish summer would never end?

The FreeWalkers know that feeling well and we aim to push the boundaries of the season each year. This year we are declaring September 21 to be our last summer day - and one that is sure to be a great one for
Created by: Jenn Popper
Categories: Long distance (25+ miles)

September 14, 2019

Saturday

Endless Summer South (Atlantic City to Ocean City walk)
Sep 14, 2019 from 10:30am to 5:00pm EDT
Location: Atlantic City Bus Terminal, 1901 Atlantic Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Description:
Fifteen mile walk on the beach, bay and boards between resort towns, ending with fun, food and games in Ocean City

Register on Eventbrite

About this Event

Join us for what may be a one-time opportunity to explore on foot this colorful
Created by: Jenn Popper
Categories: Medium distance (10 - 25 miles)

August 25, 2019

Sunday

Wissahickon Trail (Fort Washington to Philadelphia walk)
Aug 25, 2019 from 10:30am to 5:30pm EDT
Location: Fort Washington Station, 7299 Station Ave, Fort Washington, PA 19034
Description:
20-mile walk from Fort Washington to downtown Philadelphia along the Wissahickon Creek

This event is free and open to the public, and part of a two-day walk. Walk either or both. Numerous lodging options near Fort Washington.

Sat Aug 24 Holmesburg to
Created by: Jenn Popper
Categories: Medium distance (10 - 25 miles), Long distance (25+ miles)

August 24, 2019

Saturday

Pennypack Trail (Philadelphia to Willow Grove PA walk)
Aug 24, 2019 from 10:30am to 5:30pm EDT
Location: Holmesburg Jct, 4783 Rhawn Street, Philadelphia, PA 19136
Description:
20 to 27 mile walk from Holmesburg to Willow Grove or Fort Washington along the Pennypack Creek

This event is free and open to the public, and part of a two-day walk. Walk either or both. Numerous lodging options near Fort Washington.

Sat Aug 24 Holm
Created by: Jenn Popper
Categories: Medium distance (10 - 25 miles), Long distance (25+ miles)

August 10, 2019

Saturday

Penn to Penn Walk 2019 - Cross Jersey Challenge Walk
Aug 10, 2019 from 8:00am to 3:00pm EDT
Location: Newark Penn Station (Amtrak/NJ Transit/PATH), 77 Market Street, Newark, NJ 07102
Description:
Description

NOTE: This 23-mile walk is a new event created from the last section of the Big Walk (segment 3) from Newark, Penn Station to Penn Station, NYC.

By special request we are offering another opportunity to cover this interesting, and chal
Created by: Jenn Popper
Categories: Medium distance (10 - 25 miles), Long distance (25+ miles)

August 4, 2019

Sunday

Mason Dixon: Walk the Line
Aug 4, 2019 from 10:00am to 5:00pm EDT
Location: Newark Transit Hub E Delaware Ave Newark, DE 19711
Description:
Hidden treasures amidst natural beauty

13 to 18 mile loop walk from Newark DE into White Clay Creek Park

Bring at least two quarts of fluids and a couple snacks. This is a shady but warm walk.

Celebrate the historic survey of the Mason-Dixon Line, c
Created by: Jenn Popper
Categories: Medium distance (10 - 25 miles)

July 13, 2019

Saturday

Montauk Lighthouse Walk (15 mile loop walk)
Jul 13, 2019 from 11:00am to 5:00pm EDT
Location: Montauk Station, Edgemere Rd, Montauk, New York 11954
Description:
Join us for a walk to the tip on Long Island!

Walk through the heart of Montauk, along the beach beneath the spectacular sand bluffs, and climb to the top of Montauk Lighthouse for a peek at an amazing 360 degree view from the easternmost point in Ne
Created by: Jenn Popper
Categories: Medium distance (10 - 25 miles)
Tags: walking, sportsfitness, lighthouse

June 29, 2019

Saturday

Historic Lewes Delaware
Jun 29, 2019 from 10:00am to 5:00pm EDT
Location: 43 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes, Delaware 19958
Description:
Nature and history abound in the first town in the first state in America

8:30 departure from Cape May NJ, for those taking the ferry

12-16 mile walk begins at 10am.

Start the longest day of the year ferrying on the beautiful Cape May-Lewes Ferry to
Created by: Jenn Popper
Categories: Medium distance (10 - 25 miles)
Tags: walking, long distance walking, sportsfitness

June 15, 2019

Saturday

Roebling Ramble (Roebling to Trenton NJ 14-mile historic walking tour)
Jun 15, 2019 from 11:00am to 5:00pm EDT
Location: Roebling Light Rail Station Hornberger and Railroad Aves Florence Township, NJ 08554
Description:
A Trail That Bridges History

14 mile walk from Roebling Station to Trenton Transit Center along the Delaware River
Heritage Trail

Arrive by 11am to visit the museum.

Walk begins at noon.

Explore the legacy of a man who came to New Jersey with a passi
Created by: Jenn Popper
Categories: Historical, Short distance (<10 miles), Medium distance (10 - 25 miles), Long distance (25+ miles)
Tags: walking, history

June 8, 2019

Saturday

Hudson River Loop Walk and World Oceans Day 2019
Jun 8, 2019 from 8:00am to 6:00pm EDT
Location: Exchange Place 15 Exchange Place Jersey City, NJ 07302
Description:
Walk 10 to 30 miles of Hudson River vistas!

FREE walking event
Created by: Jenn Popper
Categories: Short distance (<10 miles), Medium distance (10 - 25 miles), Long distance (25+ miles)
Tags: long distance walking, walking, sportsfitness

May 18, 2019

Saturday

The Big Walk 2019 - Cross Jersey Challenge
May 18, 2019 from 6:00am to 11:00pm EDT
Location: Metro Park Rail Stationwalk Thornhall St Iselin, NJ 08830
Description:
Join us for our tenth year! Our premier challenge event. Walk up to 50 miles in one day!
Created by: Jenn Popper
Categories: General, Suburban, Urban, Long distance (25+ miles), Extreme walk
Tags: walking, sportsfitness

About this Event

Description

A Trail That Bridges History

14 mile walk from Roebling Station to Trenton Transit Center along the Delaware RiverHeritage Trail

14 mile walk from Roebling Station to Trenton Transit Center along the Delaware River
Heritage Trail