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In 1826, Samuel Richards built the classically-inspired Atsion Mansion overlooking the ironworks and mill pond that provided water power to the town. The State purchased the mansion in 1954 as part of what is now Wharton State Forest. After many years of disrepair and several restoration efforts, the mansion is now open to the public for tours. Join us for an exclusive look into this historic site.

Advance reservations required for all programs. All programs are $10 per person. Payment at the door in the form of cash or check only, please make checks payable to Pinelands Preservation Alliance. Please contact PPA at 609-859- 8860 x 12 or email janewiltshire@pinelandsalliance.org for reservations, directions and information.

Hike over three wooden bridges to Batsto for lunch. 9-10 miles. Meet at Atsion at 10am. Bring lunch, moderate pace, LP. Return via sand roads and trails.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

Start the New Year hiking. 8-9 miles, moderate pace. Bring lunch and beverage. Meet at 10am at Atsion.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

Hike the scenic Yellow Trail along the Mullica River.5 to 7 miles. Easy to moderate. Bring water & snack. Call leader for directions and info.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.Membership is required to attend Club events; however, you may attend 1 Club program as a guest.

8-10 miles. A little bushwhacking possible to find that long narrow, shaky but exciting bridge, Bring lunch. Meet at Atsion.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Membership is required to attend Club program; however, you may attend one Club program as a guest.

7-8 miles, moderate pace. When the cawing of the crows signals the end of winter. First night hike after the vernal equinox. Hope for warmer nights and the sounds of whippoorwills. Meet at Atsion.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Membership is required to attend Club program; however, you may attend one Club program as a guest.

6-7 miles, moderate pace. Early morning hike around some scenic bogs. Bring water, snack, and repellant. Meet at Atsion Ranger station. Leader: Christine Denneler, .856-461-5379

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact leader to register.

Tour Guide: Ted Gordon

Description: In 1766 Charles Reed erected an ironworks at Atsion that operated successfully for a number of years. Atsion was an important industrial center during those early years, even making iron products that were used to support the revolutionary war effort. The village grew and by the early 19th century 700 people lived in the town. After the iron industry failed in the mid-1800s, a paper mill was built at Atsion that eventually operated as a cotton mill and later as a cranberry packing and sorting house. Come and learn about the history of this fascinating ghost town as you do a walking tour of the old village. Ted Gordon is a Pinelands historian and botanist.

Advance reservations required.

$10 payable cash or check at the door.

Part of the 2010 Pinelands Heritage Series, sponsored by PPA and Preservation New Jersey.

12 miles, moderate pace. Follow the Yellow Trail from Atsion to Batsto. Meet in the parking lot at Batsto for reverse shuttle to Atsion. Get in the miles you need and keep the holiday pounds off. Leaders: Toni, 609-652-0112 and Jan, 609-404-4990.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

6-7 miles, Moderate pace. Start the year right with a hike. Work off those holiday meals and cookies. Bring lunch and beverage. Meet at Atsion, in field next to the office. Leader: Christine Denneler 856-461-5379

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey

Speakers: Rob Auermuller, Superintendent, Wharton State Forest; Barbara Solem, author

Location: Atsion Mansion, Atsion Ranger Station

Description: In 1766 Charles Reed erected an ironworks at Atsion that operated successfully for a number of years. Atsion was an important industrial center during those early years, even making iron products that were used to support the revolutionary war effort. The village grew and by the early 19th century 700 people lived in the town. After the iron industry failed in the mid-1800s, a paper mill was built at Atsion that eventually operated as a cotton mill and later as a cranberry packing and sorting house. Come and learn about the history of this fascinating ghost town as you do a walking tour of the old village. For those interested, Barbara Solem (author of Ghost Towns and Other Quirky Places in the New Jersey Pine Barrens) will offer a tour of the village after the mansion tour.

Cost: $10/person

Registration: Register online or call 609 859-8860 x14or email tomdunn@pinelandsalliance.org

Moderate pace about 10 miles. Bring lunch water and appropriate clothing the for weather. Meet at Batsto parking lot for reverse shuttle 9:30 am

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

Speakers: Rob Auermuller, Superintendent, Wharton State Forest; Barbara Solem, author

Location: Atsion Mansion, Atsion Ranger Station

Description: In 1766 Charles Reed erected an ironworks at Atsion that operated successfully for a number of years. Atsion was an important industrial center during those early years, even making iron products that were used to support the revolutionary war effort. The village grew and by the early 19th century 700 people lived in the town. After the iron industry failed in the mid-1800s, a paper mill was built at Atsion that eventually operated as a cotton mill and later as a cranberry packing and sorting house. Come and learn about the history of this fascinating ghost town as you do a walking tour of the old village. For those interested, Barbara Solem (author of Ghost Towns and Other Quirky Places in the New Jersey Pine Barrens) will offer a tour of the village after the mansion tour.

Cost: $10/person

Registration: Register onlineor call 609 859-8860 x14or email tomdunn@pinelandsalliance.org

7-8 miles. Moderate pace. Bring in the New Year with a scenic hike. Bring lunch and beverage. Meet at Atsion by the office. Leaders: Christine Denneler, (8 5 6) 461+5379,

Up to 6 Miles (upon conditions). Moderate pace, several breaks. Do you really care where we go? Bring snacks and warm food to share after the hike for our tailgate pigout. Thanks to Paul for a great idea. Hike is on, depending upon conditions. Dress in appropriate clothes and footwear. Leader, Tom Neigel: tomncenter @yahoo.com, (6 0 9) 206-3389

Sponsored by Outdoor Club of SJ.

Atsion Ranger Station - 5 miles north on rt 206 from Hammonton, or 8 miles south on rt 206 from rt70.

Up to 6 Miles (upon conditions). Moderate pace, several breaks. We'll hike the other side of the river and see how far we get. Who knows if there will be snow.

Bring snacks and food and warm food to share after the hike for our tailgate pigout.

This is the follow-up hike after the Bass River campout and night hike the night before to loosen you up.

Hike will be on as long as we can drive to the meetup point. Dress appropriately in clothes and footwear. NC NP

Leader, Tom Neigel tomncenter-ocsj @yahoo.com (6 0 9) 206+3389

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey

10 miles moderate pace. We will shuttle up to Atsion to start our hike. Bring lunch/drink. Far end of the parking lot in front of office. Please arrive a little early so you can sign in and we can figure out the shuttle.

Leaders Toni (6 0 9) 652+0112 and Jan (6 0 9) 404+4990

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey

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Meet in Field next to Atsion Office on Rt 206 across from the lake

Hike 6-7 miles around the lake at a Moderate Pace. Bring lunch and beverage. Check Web page for cancellation or change of date due to bad weather. Meet in Field next to Atsion Office on Rt 206 across from the lake.
Leaders Pat Burton camperpat@hotmail.com (856) 767-8064 and
Chris Denneler (856) 461-5379 cdenneler157@yahoo.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

Are you interested in local history? Do you enjoy meeting new people? Then Historic Atsion Mansion in Wharton State Forest is the place for you! Volunteer docents are needed to provide public tours of the Mansion on weekends beginning June 9th. No experience is necessary. All volunteers will be provided with a script as well as training to get you started. Even if you can only help one day each month, you will be making an important contribution.

The first training for volunteer docents will be held on May 19th at 10:00 a.m. at the Atsion Park Office, on Rt. 206 in Shamong. Contact Barbara Solem at barbsolem@aol.com or 609-268-5556 for information on how to get involved.