Advanced Hiking New York

From Appalachian Mountain Club New York-North Jersey

**Saturday, August 29 4-7pm** Free expert-led hike in South Mountain Reservation. Hike about 2-3 hours covering 3-4 miles at a modest pace over rocky trails with one long climb from the Rahway River up South Mountain. Focus on ecology and hydrology, led by Dr. Kirk Barrett, President of the Rahway Watershed Association and expert on local watershed issues. Good balance required. Children welcome. No dogs. Sponsered by South Mountain Conservancy and the Rahway River Watershed Association. Meet at Clipper Pavilion (Not by McLoone's) on Cherry Lane in West Orange. [Advance registration required via rahwayriver.org/calendar.html ](https://rahwayriver.org/calendar.html)Email president@rahwayriver.org with questions. Leader: Dr. Kirk Barrett, President of the Rahway River Watershed Association (RRWA) and expert on local watershed issues. \*\*\* In registering for this or any other South Mountain Conservancy (SMC) programs in 2026 online, I hereby release and agree to hold the SMC, its volunteers, staff and Board of Trustees, harmless from and waive on behalf of myself, my heirs, and any personal representatives any and all causes of action, claims, demands, damages, costs, expenses and compensation for damage or loss to myself and/or property that may be caused by any act, or failure to act, in this SMC activity, or that may otherwise arise in any way in connection with any other SMC activity. I understand that this release discharges the SMC from any liability or claim that I, my heirs, or any personal representatives, may have against the SMC with respect to any bodily injury, illness, death, medical treatment, or property damage that may arise from, or in connection to, any SMC program. This liability waiver and release extends to the SMC along with Essex County and its staff and any other affiliated organization or SMC partner. I also understand that by signing below I approve the possible use of photos of me at this SMC event on social media or in promotional materials. **BY REGISTERING FOR THIS HIKE I attest I am in good health and attest that I: Am not experiencing any symptoms of illness such as cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, or new loss of taste or smell.** **Am following all CDC recommended guidelines, above, and limiting my exposure to the novel coronavirus/COVID-19.** \# Arrival\, Weather\, & Cancellations Please come to the starting point 10 minutes ahead of time so the hike can start promptly. Times are our best estimates; they can vary depending on conditions, and the size and pace of a group. If you have any questions, call the leader. **Temperatures above 90 degrees and steady rain cancels, but intermittent drizzle does not. You will *not* be notified.** **Bring water. Wear hiking boots, preferably waterproof with good soles and traction devices and bring poles (optional).** Dogs are not allowed on hikes unless specified. These hikes are publicized first to SMC members and then advertised to the public one week before a hike. There is a limit of 25 participants, so pre-registration is required at least two days before a hike to sign the liability waiver online and allow lists to be sent to hike leaders. If you have registered and then find you cannot attend, please cancel your order online. **Repeated no shows without prior cancellation will result in removal from list.** **To become a current member visit [[https://www.somocon.org/membership/](https://www.somocon.org/membership/)]([https://www.somocon.org/membership/](https://www.somocon.org/membership/)).**

30 attendees

CONCRETE TO TRAILS: AMC x HOKA Pine Meadow Lake Hike

Sat, Aug 29, 12:00 PM

**[>> MUST REGISTER HERE <<](https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX000001FX1V2AW/act00022955)** **[Registration Opens August 10th at 12 noon](https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX000001FX1V2AW/act00022955)** Please register with the link above. MeetUp is not used for trip registration. **Trade sidewalks for dirt paths—no car needed!** **Concrete to Trails** bus trips make it easy to hike, explore, and meet fellow outdoor lovers just beyond the city. No experience required. *Join AMC and HOKA for a special hike to one of Harriman State Park’s most beloved destinations! Test out HOKA’s new Challenger 8 trail runners, enter to win a free pair of HOKA shoes, and enjoy a stress-free ride with AMC’s Concrete to Trails bus, which will take you straight to the trailhead and back. Limited day packs and hiking poles are available to borrow at no cost.* *A special AMC Membership Offer is available for all HOKA Flatiron Run Club hikers!* **What to Expect:** 8:15 - 8:45 AM Fit Demo Shoes 8:45 - 9:00 AM HOKA & AMC Trailhead Talks 9:00 AM Bus Departs HOKA 10:00 AM Arrive Reeves Meadow Visitor Center 10:00 - 2:00 PM [Hike to Pine Meadow Lake](https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furldefense.com%2Fv3%2F__https%3A%2F%2Fwww.alltrails.com%2Ftrail%2Fus%2Fnew-york%2Fpine-meadow-lake-via-pine-meadow-brook__%3B!!F_kK2dME0ksPx2g!pW55AjtLAxuo-cfiLdLkOwn6UEqLjwInS1qAgcxtFb-AjZqBpMa0glLNIW4qI9tPRgGUIoq4UoWK0Ajz%24&data=05%7C02%7C%7Cb490967083614435858808def3173dac%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C639215478319105768%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=2jzXZI96FWrlhq5UNq%2BuPmxGRLaN6w1JKhHxCIhx8p0%3D&reserved=0) (incl lunch) 2:00 PM Depart Reeves Meadow Visitor Center 3:00 PM Return HOKA, Flatiron **Trip info:** * Activity rating: Moderate * Distance: 5.5 miles * Vertical gain: 750 feet * Terrain: Uneven, rocky, dirt, hilly * Bathrooms:Yes * Breaks: Lunch plus reasonable stops **What to Bring:** * Sturdy hiking footwear (or try out a pair of HOKA Challenger 8s!) * Weather appropriate clothing * 2+ liters of water * Lunch and/or snacks * Sun & Bug protection **Registration Details:** * Registration on the AMC website (activites.outdoors.org) is required for each participant. * [Become an Appalachian Mountain Club Member](https://www.outdoors.org/get-involved/become-a-member/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=SRCH-BD-Membership&utm_content=646623979096&utm_term=amc%20membership&campaign=701Ht0000021JlHIAU&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19637476529&gbraid=0AAAAADsKo9dnAqa1VJqH3LyYNhdACYyP0&gclid=CjwKCAjw1tLOBhAMEiwAiPkRHjOmW2vC430Svt3FwgGO8z7PBAbPlNSkkAgZ0OM4Md0NcputTWw5qhoC6uQQAvD_BwE&_gl=1*1xcg48k*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NzU1NzAzNTMuQ2p3S0NBancxdExPQmhBTUVpd0FpUGtSSGpPbVcydkM0MzBTdnQzRndnR084ejdQQkFiUGxOU2trQWdaME9NNE1kME5jcHV0VFd3NXFob0M2dVFRQXZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTU1MjExMjMwLjE3NzIyMDE1Mjg.*_ga*MTkxMjY5NzIyMS4xNzQ0ODIyNzcx*_ga_NDC0EQDH7W*czE3NzU1NjUwNTkkbzIzNSRnMSR0MTc3NTU3MDM1MyRqNjAkbDAkaDA.) **Meeting Info:** * The group will meet at HOKA Flatiron Store at 8:15 AM. * Final details will be sent to all registered participants the day prior to the hike. **Cost:** * $10 Appalachian Mountain Club members / $40 non-members **Refund Policy:** * For this trip, a refund is possible if you cancel online one week before the trip and your space can be filled. *[Join the Appalachian Mountain Club](https://www.outdoors.org/get-involved/become-a-member/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=SRCH-BD-Membership&utm_content=646623979096&utm_term=amc%20membership&campaign=701Ht0000021JlHIAU&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19637476529&gbraid=0AAAAADsKo9dnAqa1VJqH3LyYNhdACYyP0&gclid=CjwKCAjw1tLOBhAMEiwAiPkRHjOmW2vC430Svt3FwgGO8z7PBAbPlNSkkAgZ0OM4Md0NcputTWw5qhoC6uQQAvD_BwE&_gl=1*18uwd4z*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3ODA3NDMyMTIuQ2p3S0NBancxdExPQmhBTUVpd0FpUGtSSGpPbVcydkM0MzBTdnQzRndnR084ejdQQkFiUGxOU2trQWdaME9NNE1kME5jcHV0VFd3NXFob0M2dVFRQXZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MzMwNjUxOTk2LjE3ODAwNTIxMTU.*_ga*MTkxMjY5NzIyMS4xNzQ0ODIyNzcx*_ga_NDC0EQDH7W*czE3ODUxODA1MjAkbzMxMyRnMSR0MTc4NTE4MTA5MCRqNjAkbDAkaDA.)* *Membership supports hundreds of free/low-cost outdoor experiences, thousands of miles of trails, hundreds of thousands of acres of protected wilderness, outdoor leadership education, access to nature for everyone, and your local volunteer leaders.* AMC Health Advisory: Covid and other respiratory illnesses are circulating in our communities. Do not participate in this activity if you, or someone who you have recently been in contact with, is either infected or symptomatic.

From Appalachian Mountain Club New York-North Jersey

BUSHWICK STREET ART, GALLERY AND BREWERY URBAN HIKE

Sat, Aug 29, 4:45 PM

This walk in Bushwick is as much fun as any of the urban hikes we do. After brief stops at a vibrant outdoor market and stunning Danish Cafe, there is much more to see and enjoy. Bushwick was a major center of beer brewing for many years, but on the night of July 13, 1977 was devastated by looting and arson during a major blackout in New York City. It has now emerged as an epicenter of art and culture. On our walk we will visit properties with concentrations of art galleries, see a lot of the fantastic Street Art, and view the remnants of the brewery business and the mansions on the boulevard where the industry executives lived. Our walk ends at the Kosciuszko St. subway stop on the BMT J line with easy access back to Manhattan. This hike is joint with Outdoors Club Inc., and you need to be on only one Club’s going list. We will walk at a steady, moderate but not slow pace over a distance of around 4 miles, stopping at places of interest. There will be no lunch stop, so bring some snacks along if you wish. (This hike is intended for adults 18 years and older and please no dogs). Precipitation or even questionable forecast may cancel, postpone or modify; check website for latest updates. We start at 12:45 PM. Take the L line to Jefferson St., exit at Starr and Wyckoff Street, and meet in front of Wyckoff Starr Coffee Shop at 30 Wyckoff Avenue where we begin our trip at 12:45 PM. AMC website listing: [BUSHWICK STREET ART, GALLERY AND BREWERY URBAN HIKE (MODERATE) | AMC](https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX000001HE7d2AG/act00023347)

25 attendees

BUSHWICK STREET ART, GALLERY AND BREWERY URBAN HIKE

Sat, Aug 29, 4:45 PM

From Outdoors Club

This walk in Bushwick is as much fun as any of the urban hikes we do. After brief stops at a vibrant outdoor market and stunning Danish Cafe, there is much more to see and enjoy. Bushwick was a major center of beer brewing for many years, but on the night of July 13, 1977 was devastated by looting and arson during a major blackout in New York City. It has now emerged as an epicenter of art and culture. On our walk we will visit properties with concentrations of art galleries, see a lot of the fantastic Street Art, and view the remnants of the brewery business and the mansions on the boulevard where the industry executives lived. Our walk ends at the Kosciuszko St. subway stop on the BMT J line with easy access back to Manhattan. This hike is joint with Appalachian Mountain Club and you need to be on only one Club’s going list. We will walk at a steady, moderate but not slow pace over a distance of around 4 miles, stopping at places of interest. There will be no lunch stop, so bring some snacks along if you wish. (This hike is intended for adults 18 years and older and please no dogs). Precipitation or even questionable forecast may cancel, postpone or modify; check website for latest updates. We start at 12:45 PM. Take the L line to Jefferson St., exit at Starr and Wyckoff Street, and meet in front of Wyckoff Starr Coffee Shop at 30 Wyckoff Avenue where we begin our trip at 12:45 PM. Nonmember fee $5.

From New York City Hiking Tours

Unlock the Secrets of Mostly Northern Central Park, Labor Day Weekend

Sun, Sep 6, 2:15 PM

IF THIS IS YOUR FIRST EVENT WITH US, IMMEDIATELY AFTER YOU RSVP WHETHER YOU ARE ON THE WAIT LIST OR NOT, YOU MUST SEND ME YOUR E-MAIL TO MY E-MAIL AS EXPLAINED BELOW. I use capital letters to emphasize stuff not to shout at you! WE WILL SEE SOME WATERFALLS. PLEASE DO NOT CLICK ON THE RSVP BUTTON UNTIL YOU HAVE READ THE ENTIRE DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT VERY CAREFULLY. I just ask that all attendees be considerate with respect to the RSVP process. The wait list for this group does NOT operate in a conventional way. Those on the wait list will NOT be moved to the going list automatically. We are also looking to add a number of First Timers to this event. However, you actually need to read the description of the event carefully. FIRST TIMERS: IF YOU HAVE NEVER ATTENDED AN EVENT BEFORE WITH THE GROUP, I AM ASKING FOR YOUR HELP AND COOPERATION. I AM REQUIRING THAT YOU SEND ME AN E-MAIL TO [bsb2@att.net](http://bsb2@att.net/) AS SOON AS YOU RSVP, EVEN IF YOU ARE ON THE WAIT LIST, AND PUT YOUR E-MAIL ADDRESS IN THE BODY OF YOUR MESSAGE TO ME. THIS WILL HELP ME COMMUNICATE MORE EFFECTIVELY WITH THOSE WHO RSVP. SOMETIMES MEETUP MESSAGES DO NOT GET DELIVERED FOR A VARIETY OF REASONS. IF YOU CAN'T ABIDE BY THIS SIMPLE REQUEST, YOU ARE GOING TO END UP ON THE NOT GOING LIST. (NO GUESTS UNLESS YOU HAVE ATTENDED AN EVENT BEFORE WITH THIS GROUP-Your guest can always sign up just as you did.) I am going to require that everyone who attends this event make a monetary contribution but the amount of that contribution is up to you. Meetup charges an Organizer like me each month - it's not a fortune although the cost was raised substantially-but most importantly, I spend much time and effort planning and preparing for an event. You can contribute whatever you want at the BEGINNING of an event. If you don't think I have earned your contribution, I will give you your money back-no questions asked. (Last year, there was no cost for the majority of events this group conducted.) PLEASE ALSO READ "WHAT WE'RE ABOUT" ON THIS MEETUP'S HOME PAGE INCLUDING THE WAIVER OF LIABILITY BEFORE YOU RSVP. MEETING DETAILS WILL BE SENT BY E-MAIL TO THOSE WHO RSVP NO LATER THAN THE EVENING BEFORE THE TOUR AND PROBABLY SOONER. IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO, ON YOUR DESKTOP, PLEASE CLICK ON YOUR PROFILE WHICH IS ON THE TOP RIGHT OF THE SITE, THEN CLICK "SETTINGS", THEN CLICK E-MAIL UPDATES" ON THE LEFT. MAKE SURE YOUR E-MAIL UPDATES ARE ON AND WHERE IT SAYS "UPDATES ABOUT YOU”, CHECK MESSAGES BOX. THIS WILL HELP TO INSURE YOU GET MESSAGES FROM ME. YOU CAN EVEN CUSTOMIZE YOUR SETTINGS TO SELECT THOSE GROUPS YOU WANT TO RECEIVE MESSAGES FROM. My intent for this event is that it be a fun, ambitious and interesting, fast paced hiking tour of about 7 miles where we will cover what existed BEFORE Central Park was even built, the history of the Park, and it's design features. We will also see the new Davis Center area where the Lasker skating rink used to be as well the significant changes to the landscape up north which now conforms more closely to the original design of the Park. I will stop a number of times to very briefly talk about what we are seeing. That means I talk and you listen or make believe you are listening! Over the years this group has conducted numerous tours of Central Park and I have led several tours of Northern and Southern Central Park for the Guides Association of New York City (GANYC). This event will be even better. Much better! We are going to keep things moving as much as possible. On this hiking tour we hope to visit areas such as the Ramble where there will be one short climb, Conservatory Gardens, the Ravine, the Great Hill, the Blockouse and the North Woods where there are waterfalls. Central Park is often considered a work of art and hopefully we can show you why! (Photo by the late and great photographer Sonia Braga) We will probably start in lower/mid Central Park and head north to the tip of the Park. Of course, you can leave any time. We will be zig-zagging quite a bit. Public transportation will be easy to find before and after the event. Registration will be limited to around 20 members or so. We will meet BEFORE 10:15 A.M. and finish around 3:30 P.M. or so NOT far from public transportation at West 96th Street. If you drive, parking is free on Sundays. We plan to start on the east side and finish on the west side-but you can leave any time. THERE WILL BE A BRIEF LUNCH STOP AT SOME POINT. BRING LUNCH/SNACKS AND WATER. WE WON'T STOP ANYWHERE TO BUY FOOD. THIS GROUP NEVER GOES FOOD SHOPPING DURING AN EVENT! IN CASE YOU ARE WONDERING, THERE WILL BE SEVERAL PLANNED BATHROOM STOPS DURING THE EVENT. FINDING GOOD BATHROOMS IS ONE OF THE STRENGTHS OF THIS GROUP. AS ALWAYS, I am also going to ask that people NOT post any comments or questions prior to the event. You have more than enough information to do this once you get the meeting details. No offense, but I don’t need to know-and neither does anyone else what you are doing that day if you can’t make it or what you think the weather will be, etc. etc. You may even think you have some deep insights into something or other but I ask you to keep that deepness to yourself. AFTER the event, post as many comments and photos as you like. The comments/questions you post BEFORE an event are almost always annoying and unnecessary and I'm not the only one who believes that. PLEASE RESPECT MY WISHES ON THIS. If the weather forecast is bad, I will post a notice on the day of the hike by 7:00 A.M.

From Appalachian Mountain Club New York-North Jersey

You're Invited! AMC Open House - New Members Welcome!

Wed, Sep 16, 10:00 PM

**[>> REGISTER HERE <<](https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX0000012vjB2AQ/act00019526)** **Curious about AMC? Come on in!** Join us for a welcoming, community-centered Open House where you can learn more about the Appalachian Mountain Club and how we connect people to the outdoors. Whether you’re a lifelong hiker, a weekend wanderer, or just beginning your outdoor journey, there’s a place for you here. For 150 years, AMC has been fostering the protection, enjoyment, and understanding of the outdoors. At our Open House, you’ll discover how we bring that mission to life through recreation, conservation, education, and advocacy across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. **What to Expect** * Meet AMC staff, volunteers, and members * Learn about local trips, programs, and volunteer opportunities * Explore how our conservation work protects the landscapes we all love * Get the inside scoop on lodging, outdoor experiences, and ways to get involved * Ask questions and find your next adventure **Why Attend?** Because the outdoors is for all of us. And the more we come together, the more we can do to protect it. You don’t need experience. You don’t need gear. You just need the desire to step outside and connect. So bring a friend, your curiosity, and your love for the outdoors. Everyone is welcome to attend, whether you are new to the AMC, a long-time member, or just curious about us. We can’t wait to welcome you! **Where to Meet** We'll see you at our partner [Rivian](https://rivian.com/)'s showroom at 461 West 14th Street in Manhattan at 6:00 pm for refreshments, games, information, and more!

13 attendees

Harriman State Park & Lake Sebago! 🏞️🌊

Mon, Sep 7, 12:30 PM

From Borough Hoppers

From Shorewalkers: Members Only Group

On Monday, September 7th, we’re off to explore Harriman State Park and Lake Sebago! 🏞️🌊 Event is free. You’re welcome to join and leave whenever! 😃 The hike will be moderately difficult All levels are welcome! No experience needed! The hike itself is 3.5 to 4 hours. Please wear appropriate shoes and clothes Feel free to bring sandwiches, drinks, snacks, hats, sun screen, and more! Will have time to enjoy these on the way and when we get to the lake. We’ll meet at New Jersey Transit at 8:30am. 371 West 40th Street Google maps link: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/PmFmbcQsWK951Q9H6](https://maps.app.goo.gl/PmFmbcQsWK951Q9H6) If we start at 10:45am, we should finish by 3pm. The train back is at 4:20pm. Can grab food and hang out near the Tuxedo train station afterwards. Google maps link to Tuxedo train station: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Jdnmw7TcVWWW1XbG8 Trail map for Harriman State Park: https://parks.ny.gov/sites/default/files/HarrimanTrailMap.pdf More info on Harriman State Park: https://parks.ny.gov/visit/state-parks/harriman-state-park Train information: We’ll take the 9:07am train to Rahway. Then we’ll take the 9:30am train at Secaucus Lower Level to Tuxedo Station. We’ll arrive at 10:29am. We’ll take a brief break for snacks and to use the restroom. Plan is to hit the road by 10:45am. We’ll come back by taking the 4:20pm train from Tuxedo Station. It’ll arrive at Secaucus at 5:23pm. We’ll get back to New York Penn Station by 5:36pm. The one way fare is $14.80 (so overall it’ll be about $30) Full details on locations and times below: Harriman State Park! 🏞️ Monday, September 7th We’ll take the New Jersey transit train NJCL 7629 (sky blue line) towards Rahway at 9:07am Arrive at Secaucus Upper Level at 9:16am Walk to Secaucus Lower Level Take Train MNBNP 71 (mustard yellow line) toward Port Jervis at 9:30am Arrive at Tuxedo Station at 10:29am (You’re welcome to drive there too!) From the Tuxedo platform, we’ll walk north and turn right onto East Village Road We’ll continue on East Village Road and walk under the I-87 overpass We’ll turn left onto Grove Drive The trailhead will be 100 yards on our right There are three trails. Triangle Trail (yellow) heads north Ramapo – Dunderberg (aka R-D trail, path is red dot on white) trail goes northeast Kakiat Trail (white) heads south We’ll take the Ramapo – Dunderberg trail until it meets the Tuxedo – Mount Ivy Trail (aka the TMI trail) in about 0.8 miles. It’s also a red path but the blaze is slightly different (it’s a red dash on white). We’ll continue walking until we reach Lake Sebago, where we’ll hang out and have lunch. Then we’ll make our way back. Of course, please reach out if you have any questions! The not so fun rule on RSVPs Please only RSVP if you think you can make it and adjust your RSVP asap if anything changes (as there are other people who would like your spot). Two no shows or cancellations within 6 hours results in a 4 month ban. I will send a reminder 24 hours in advance to the group Thanks and can't wait to see you!

12 attendees

Bridge to Paddle Walk - From Manhattan Bridge to Kayaking in Red Hook

Sun, Aug 30, 2:00 PM

From NJveg - Vegan Advocacy and Social Events

**Date**: Sunday, August 30th, 2026. **Time**: 10:00 a.m. to about 4 p.m., with about an hour for the kayaking, including getting ready, 20-30 minutes on the water, and coming out of the water. **Total distance**: About 11 miles. **Location**: Corner of Canal and Lafayette Streets, at the #6 Canal Street subway station, in front of the China Buddhist Association. **Bring**: Water, sunscreen, hat, lunch (or buy at our lunch stop in Red Hook). Wear clothes that can get wet and dry quickly (for the kayaking). **Restrooms**: -Columbus Park, about 5 blocks from our meeting point, before getting on the Manhattan Bridge (not the cleanest, so you may want to bring a mask, or wait about 40 minutes, until we get to the Brooklyn side of the bridge); -Several along the way in Brooklyn Bridge Park; -Pier 6, before exiting Brooklyn Bridge Park (this will be the last restroom until after the kayaking session, about 2 hours later); -Food Bazaar (former Fairway) by the Red Hook Channel (lunch break); -Pier 6 in Brooklyn Bridge Park, for those who want to end the walk there, before boarding the ferry to Wall Street or Bay Ridge. **DETAILS**: We will walk over the Manhattan Bridge to Brooklyn Bridge Park, then through the park along the waterfront and green areas down to Cobble Hill and Red Hook, to Louis Valentino, Jr. Park and a kayaking session with the Red Hook Boaters, then back to Brooklyn Bridge Park and DUMBO, to catch the ferry to Wall Street or Bay Ridge. About 11 miles, give or take, on flat terrain, moderate pace. About 30 minutes on the water. Several drop-out options along the route, either taking the B61 bus (downtown Brooklyn to Park Slope route) or the ferry at the Red Hook ferry landing in the Atlantic Basin, or at the Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 6/Atlantic Avenue landing (to Wall Street or Bay Ridge). **MORE WALK AND KAYAKING DETAILS**: We will walk a few blocks from the meeting point to the first bathroom stop and then get a taste of the hustle and bustle of Chinatown as we walk along Bayard Street to the Manhattan Bridge. After exiting the bridge in Brooklyn, we’ll head to the waterfront and walk the length of Brooklyn Bridge Park to its southern end. There are many photo opportunities and distractions along the way, so our pace will be moderate until we exit the park close to Cobble Hill. When we exit the park, we’ll pick up the pace a bit as we walk down to Red Hook and Louis Valentino, Jr. Park, where the Red Hook Boaters use a small beach to launch their kayaks. After signing up for the kayaks, we will spend 20–30 minutes on the water. Those of us who don’t want to kayak can hang out on the pier and enjoy the views. And Steve’s Authentic Key Lime Pie is right there, next to the pier. But note that this is NOT our lunch stop. When we are done kayaking, we will walk over to the Food Bazaar, about 10 minutes away, where we will have lunch and use the restrooms. After lunch, we will walk back to Brooklyn Bridge Park, where we can catch the ferry to Wall Street or Bay Ridge, either at Pier 6/Atlantic Avenue or further north at the DUMBO landing. Drop-off options along the route are several B61 bus stops on Van Brunt Street, to downtown Brooklyn or Park Slope, or the Red Hook ferry terminal in the Atlantic Basin, to Wall Street or Bay Ridge. Louis Valentino, Jr. Park is a small neighborhood park, with few amenities. There is just a fountain to fill up water bottles. The kayaking volunteers have a table where people sign up for a kayak, and they have waterproof containers for valuables people want to take with them on the boat. Or we can use my large waterproof bag to put in our things and leave the bag with the volunteers while we are on the water; we've done that in the past without any problems. You can also bring a zip lock bag for your phone and/or small things. **NOTE**: The kayaking starts at 1 p.m., but we should try to get there beforehand, so that we can help the Red Hook Boaters volunteers set up and be on the water by 1 p.m. **IMPORTANTLY**: It is unavoidable that you will get wet in the kayak, at least your feet/shoes and pants, so please wear suitable clothes. And I'd recommend to bring a small towel to dry and get the sand off your feet after you got out of the kayak. I will have a few towelettes, but they may not be sufficient for everyone. You will have to sign the Red Hook Boaters liability waiver before getting on the water. Also note that the kayaking there is not a trip on the river. It is paddling in a safe enclave with great views of the Statue of Liberty. No previous experience is needed. **Hike leader**: Brigitte, phone 646-651-3911, on day of walk only.

26 attendees

Walking/Hiking + Vegan Dining - Essex County

Sat, Aug 29, 4:00 PM

From Shorewalkers: Members Only Group

The 131st in [NJveg](https://njveg.org/)’s hiking/walking + vegan dining series will be a joint event with the [Plant Based Lifestyle – Northern NJ](https://www.meetup.com/plant-based-lifestyle-northern-nj/) Meetup group. We’ll start with lunch at vegan restaurant [How Delish](https://howdelishhd.com/men) (55 Kingsley St, West Orange 07052). Please review NJveg’s r[estaurant trip guidelines](https://njveg.org/guidelines/). Afterward, we’ll have an optional easy walk/hike on a paved trail at nearby South Mountain Reservation. Park at the Oakdale/Regatta Playground lot on Cherry Ln (GPS coordinates 40.764145, -74.288018). Inclement weather date TBD. [View additional NJveg events](https://njveg.org/event-calendar/)

16 attendees

LET'S WALK FOR ICE CREAM! 8 mile loop

Sun, Aug 30, 8:00 PM

From Shorewalkers: Members Only Group

**Our i-conic🍦🍨ice cream walk is back—AGAIN!! ✨😃🤘** **This walk is all about ice cream, perfect for a hot summer day in the city:** * **Brisker 8 mile loop with start/ end at Columbus Circle.** * **About 5 hours on city streets (Upper West / East Side) and Central Park paths.** * **Numerous drop out points.** **Meet:** **Columbus Circle behind the Maine Monument in the shade at 4pm. We will start on time.** **Subways: 59th street station (Columbus Circle): A, B, C, D, 1; 57th street station (Carnegie Hall): N, Q, R.** **What to expect on this walk:** * **Mix of modern creameries and old-school parlors with a blend of traditional and innovative gelato, kosher, vegan and even Mexican-inspired ice cream. Most of the stops are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars!** * **We will visit 3 ice cream places on the West Side and 3 on the East Side, which includes some hidden treasures and delicious surprises!** * **This is the ultimate happy walk… 🥰** **🗣️HEADS UP** **🗣️** **If you've gone on this walk already this year, please refrain from RSVPing again and allow those who've not yet experienced this walk. You can come again next year.** **Important:** * **Bring water, cash, and wet wipes for the sticky fingers (optional).** * **Use bathrooms before the walk in Central Park (Merchants' Gate Public Restroom) or Columbus Circle shops (Wholefoods or upstairs).** * **There is a bathroom at the 3rd gelato 🍨 shop.** * **We will have a bathroom break in Central Park by the tennis courts about half way on the walk.** * **Only 30 walkers due to limited capacity in ice creams shops. If you don't get on this walk, don't worry: we will repeat the walk in July and August. Watch out for the posts on Meetup.** * **We walk in all weather, except for thunderstorms.** **Hike leaders:** **Tiffany Mills—718-300-1655** **Sigrid Stropnik—404-991-8229** **Maureen Barodin—718-954-1581** **📝 When texting, please announce yourself!**

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Beacon to Newburgh's Washington's Headquarters, 7-8 miles

Sat, Aug 29, 12:40 PM

**Please read the entire trip description 3 or 4 times before responding or asking questions. Please, please, please do not rsvp for this walk unless you intend to come. Please change your RSVP as soon as you know you can't attend after all, but no later than Wed. Aug. 26, to allow others to take your place.** Meet at the Clock at 8:40 to take the 8:56am train from Grand Central to Beacon, (Senior one way off peak fare is $12.50, adult is $18.50; The bus from Newburgh to Beacon is $1.00) Please look for me on the Beacon platform. Do not leave the platform. Use the restroom on the train, no later than 3 stops prior so you don't miss disembarking at Beacon. **There are no restrooms at the Beacon station.** Drivers, please let me know if you will be on the northbound station at 10:30am. We'll walk to Newburgh over the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge. We'll make our way to Thomas Edison's second site in New York State to be electrified, a former woolen mill, now a transformer station, (the first was a Pearl Street, Manhattan shirtwaist factory). We'll also stop at the Ritz theater, where Desi and Lucy got their start! The Beacon Public Library has great bathrooms and wonderful views of the Hudson. There's a historic church nearby. This is where we will eat lunch. Onward to **Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site**, also called **Hasbrouck House**, overlooking the [Hudson River](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hudson_River). [George Washington](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Washington) lived there while he was in command of the [Continental Army](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Continental_Army) during the final year of the [American Revolutionary War](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Revolutionary_War); it had the longest tenure as his headquarters of any place he had used. In 1961 the house was designated a state [historic site](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Historic_site). It is also the oldest house in the city of Newburgh, and the first property acquired and [preserved](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Historic_preservation) by any U.S. state for historic reasons. The museum recently received a grant to restore the house, and therefore it will be closed. Once at the Headquarters and Museum we'll divide into 2 groups of 20 and take turns being guided around the exterior of the house, and through the tower. We will view a slide show of paintings inside the house. The staff will do there best to make the tour as interesting as possible to compensate for not being able to enter the house. ***There is a $5. charge for the group tour. Please bring exact change.*** Highly recommend the Wikipedia article on Newburgh. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Newburgh,_New_York on Washington's Headquarters: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Washington%27s_Headquarters_State_Historic_Site We'll return to Beacon train station via the 3:45pm (or earlier) Liberty and Broadway **$1.00** bus ride from Newburgh to Beacon Train Station in time for the 4:09 train to Grand Central, arriving at Grand Central at 5:51 pm. Please note these times are approximate and we may end up taking a later train depending on our progress through the walk. We will take a bus from Liberty and Broadway to return to Beacon train station. If you must be back in New York by a certain time you may want to consider a different event. Alternatively, you can walk or take an Uber back to Beacon. Trains leave Beacon for Grand Central approximately every hour and arrive in Grand Central approximately 90-120 minutes later. Please bring hat, sunscreen, lunch, snacks and at least 2 liters of water. Steady rain will postpone but we go in light intermittent rain. Ellen Fleishman, 917 734 7813

48 attendees

This walk in Bushwick is as much fun as any of the urban hikes we do. After brief stops at a vibrant outdoor market and stunning Danish Cafe, there is much more to see and enjoy. Bushwick was a major center of beer brewing for many years, but on the night of July 13, 1977 was devastated by looting and arson during a major blackout in New York City. It has now emerged as an epicenter of art and culture. On our walk we will visit properties with concentrations of art galleries, see a lot of the fantastic Street Art, and view the remnants of the brewery business and the mansions on the boulevard where the industry executives lived. Our walk ends at the Kosciuszko St. subway stop on the BMT J line with easy access back to Manhattan. This hike is joint with Appalachian Mountain Club and you need to be on only one Club’s going list. We will walk at a steady, moderate but not slow pace over a distance of around 4 miles, stopping at places of interest. There will be no lunch stop, so bring some snacks along if you wish. (This hike is intended for adults 18 years and older and please no dogs). Precipitation or even questionable forecast may cancel, postpone or modify; check website for latest updates. We start at 12:45 PM. Take the L line to Jefferson St., exit at Starr and Wyckoff Street, and meet in front of Wyckoff Starr Coffee Shop at 30 Wyckoff Avenue where we begin our trip at 12:45 PM. Nonmember fee $5.

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