JOC DAY14 (now with camping option! Register separately at joccamping2014.eventbrite.com )

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JOC DAY14 (now with camping option! Register separately at joccamping2014.eventbrite.com )

By Jewish Outdoors Club

Date and time

Sunday, May 25, 2014 · 10:30am - 5pm EDT

Location

High Point State Park

Montague Township, NJ 07827

Refund Policy

Contact the organizer to request a refund.

Description


This event is now full and we simply cannot accommodate any futher requests.

Please feel free to use the Facebook event page to connect with others who would like to transfer their tickets. Make sure that they forward all of their confirmation emails to you so that you are able to join us on Sunday.

Otherwise, we look forward to seeing you next year!


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7th Annual Jewish Outdoor Fun Day!

Sunday,May 25, 2014
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND*

It’s our biggest event of the year!!!

Hikes! Picnic! Workshops!

High Point State Park

Don’t miss out!

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

at http://JOCday14.eventbrite.com

(you may need to copy and paste this address into your browser)

Early Bird Deadline: May 8

Last day to register: May 19


*Make a weekend out of JOC Day '14 and camp with us on Sunday night! Regsitration details to be sent separately. Limited spots available.


Schedule of events:

10:30 AM Registration

  • Begin the day with a hike as EASY, MODERATE or STRENUOUS as you like.
  • Rejoin your friends at a sumptuous BBQ catered for the 4th year(!) by Executive Caterers of Bergenfield, NJ (www.ExecutiveKosher.com)

3:30-4:30 PM

  • Learn more about the great outdoors through a variety of workshops (or lead your own*):

NEW 2014 workshops will include:

Hiking With Kids Yoga Hebrew Nature Walk

Along with some* of these old favorites:

Meditation First Aid Knot Tying

Orienteering Hiking 101 Packing for a backpacking trip

Along with Frisbee, volleyball, and chilling out by the lake at High Point State Park.

*We welcome the expertise of our membership--Do you have a special knowledge of the outdoors you would like to share?

For details about leading your own workshop, contact joc4fun@gmail.com.

Cost?

We are offering this full day of events to you for the special, limited time price of $32 until May 8. After 5/8, the price goes up to $39. This includes your choice of leveled hike, BBQ lunch, and afternoon workshop.

Cancellation policy: Because of the reservations necessary to make this event a success, we cannot offer any refunds after May 8. Heavy rain will cancel, but in case of all other weather WE ARE ON.

Who's in the crowd?

Typical attendees are between ages 21-45. Some members are married, many are not. We are a relaxed, welcoming and "non-New York-ish" group of people who love to explore and enjoy the outdoors.

Please notice that this is NOT a "singles event." We have NO matchmakers or speed dating.
Come with an OPEN MIND, and you just might make some new friends who share your interest in the outdoors.

Also note that all hikes are geared for adults; there is no child programming at this event.


How many?

This year, the event is capped at 200 people due to permit requirements relating to Memorial Day. Don't get closed out!!! Last year we had 245 in attendance, so we know that these tickets are hot! Don't believe us? Check our facebook page!

***Note that registration will close 6 days before the event, at midnight on MONDAY, May 19.

Transportation:

If you are a driver willing to offer rides to other JOCers or a passenger looking for a ride out to High Point State Park, you will receive access to a ride spreadsheet upon registration.

**Be prepared to reimburse your driver $20 for parking, gas, tolls & wear ‘n tear. We love our drivers—don’t make them beg!

Newcomers—welcome; old timers—welcome back!

Questions? Email joc4fun@gmail.com

Event Chairperson: Amy Fechter

Event Committee:

Michal Arieh, Malka Baker, Chayim Goldberg, Avi Golden, Adira Hilbig, Sarah Gerber Korman, Alon Krausz, Moshe Lehmann, Yocheved Lauwick, Yair Levin, Nachi Winkler, Moshe Wolcowitz, Rachel Wolf, Lisa Zwick.

Organized by

The Jewish Outdoors Club (JOC) is a non-profit organization 501(c)(7) that bring Jews to the great outdoors. The group consists mainly of Modern Jews from the tri-state area. Events are planned by JOC members and publicized through the JOC website and through an email list, now numbering 2500 people. Our outdoors club is in its 16th year, and has cultivated a culture that is warm and welcoming. Come see for yourself!

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