Rich Sofie, Trail Guide                                              Back to Programs & Forms
Phone Number: 908-273-4322
All Hikes are Free


"Walk on the Wild Side"
Perfect for 1st and 2nd graders
Location: Loop playground, Watchung Reservation
Easy survival skills
Basic first aid
Nature walk

"Habitat Hike - Exploring the Wilderness"
Ideal for 2nd graders and older
Location: Passaic River Park (Summit)
Fun filled nature walk (1½ hours)
Moderately challenging
Hills to climb, logs to cross, brooks to hop
Passing animal homes
Authentic native American location
Obstacle course helps build self-confidence

"Activity Walk Expedition"
Must be in 3rd grade or older
Location: Seeley's Pond, Watchung Reservation
Approximately 2 hours
Teamwork, self-confidence, fun
Orienteering/navigating through the woods with a map and compass
Includes a canyon and waterfall, seasons and weather

"Freedom Trail - A Wilderness Adventure"
Must be in 3rd grade or older
Location: Deserted Village, Watchung Reservation
Approximately 1½ hours
Very challenging nature walk
Visit to a colonial cemetery; brief stop at the Deserted Village
Includes obstacle course, patriotism, history, and fun

"Lenape Land Ethics"
Must be in 3rd grade or older
Location: Great Swamp, Chatham
Approximately 1½ hours
More challenging
Trailblazing and pathfinding
Swamp walk "Indian Style"
Animal Wisdom
Hike wear moccasins touched the earth

"Survival Trek"
Must be at least 5th grade (and at Ranger Rich's discretion)
Location: Great Swamp, Chatham
Extremely challenging
Outdoor survival basics
Read a trail, what to do if you get lost, harmful plants
Woodland and aquatic wildlife

I think Rich has a nighttime hike also, but he didn't send me a flyer about it.

Call Rich (908-273-4322) directly to schedule a hike. If you have any questions about Rich and our girls' experiences with him, contact Rhonda Walker at rpwalkerbhnj@comcast.net.