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New Jersey school requires freshmen to go on 55-mile hike

New Jersey school requires freshmen to go on 55-mile hike

Summary

St. Benedict's Preparatory School in Newark, New Jersey, asks all freshmen to complete a five-day hike covering 55 miles on the Appalachian Trail. This tradition has been in place for over 50 years.

Key Facts

  • The hike is mandatory for all freshmen at St. Benedict's Preparatory School.
  • The hike lasts five days and covers 55 miles.
  • It takes place on the Appalachian Trail, a famous long-distance hiking path in the eastern U.S.
  • The school is located in Newark, New Jersey.
  • This requirement has been part of the school for more than 50 years.
  • The hike is designed to challenge students physically and mentally.
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