Coastal Walks New York

Walk the Westside

I'm excited to announce the first walk for the group. This will be a meet, and greet for us to get to know each other, while we walk off our Thanksgiving meals. This walk starts at the Hudson River Greenway, and ends at Battery Park. 12:00pm- Meet at Dinosaur Bar-B-Que 12:30pm- Walk begins. 2:30pm- Rest stop at Enoch's 3:15pm- Leave Enoch's 3:45pm- Little Island 4:30pm- Arrive at Battery Park We will cover approximately 8 miles at a leisurely pace. Feel free to do as much, or as little of the walk as you choose. This is just a way for us to get to know each other. Our rest stop at Enoch's is in Hell's kitchen, with access to numerous trains if you would like to end the walk at the halfway point. \*\*\* Please dress comfortably with layers. It will likely be a cold day with wind from the river. However, it may get warm as we start moving. I recommend a long sleeve shirt, light wind breaker, and a jacket. I also recommend a water bottle, and comfortable shoes with warm socks.

Guided Mindful Walking in Nature - Fort Greene Park Edition with Museum Visit

**Though the body we move in nature, with our mind/consciousness we are part of nature.** **MINDFULNESS - the practice of maintaining a nonjudgemental state of heighted or complete awareness of one's thoughts, emotions or experiences on a moment-to-moment basis.** **MINDFUL WALKING - a practice that enhances mental clarity and reduces stress by fostering a deep connection with the present moment (the here and now) through awareness of each individual step and the Sight, Sound and Smell of the surrounding environment.** **The nearest Subway Station to the meeting location is the Atlantic Avenue-Barclays Center Station of the B,D,N,Q,R,2,3,4,5 Trains.** **Please read the below information carefully and take the time to view the myriads of videos available that explain the concept of Mindful Walking.** **Let me begin by thanking you for accompanying me on a work in progress to develop a methodology for teaching and leading a Mindful Walking workshop, my goal is to guide/lead the novice through an unfamiliar or complex procedure in a step-by-step process so that they can attain a basic level of skill and knowledge in the practice of Mindful Walking. Upon entering Fort GreenePark we will proceed to the large Playground on the southeast side of the Park** **and commerce with a breathing and exercise session, followed by several training practice walks that will introduce the attendees to the techniques of Mindful Walking.** **For the remainder of our Fort Greene Park adventure, we will alternate long bouts of conversation flowing walking sessions with shorter bouts of silent guided Mindful Walking sessions (which will circumnavigate the entire Park). Between these two walks we will pause for a 30 minute lunch/museum visit/restroom break at the Visitors Center near the Prison Ship Martyrs Monument.** **Because of the workshop nature of this event, I will limit the number of attendees to ten (10) people. My future vision for this method of training is to present many workshops for first timers, mixed with separate events for those adepts with the Mindful Walking concept. Furthermore, I will expand the range of this event to scenic natural locations (including waterside venues) around the Greater New York area.** **Will be walking at a moderate (not slow) pace. The walk will last three hours and will cover about 3 miles.** **Heavy rain/snow or other forms of extreme weather will cancel the walk. Please check this site for updates.** **LEADER: Bob Lazzaro email: rlazzaro4@aol.com.** **I will use a voice amplification device to foster better understanding and clarity between myself and attendees.**

World War I Memorial walk in Central Park

**This will be a guided tour (with much, much commentary) which will encompass the World War I memorials and monuments of Central Park and will explore the impact of World War I on America and New York City.** **Please take advantage of the restrooms in The Shops at Columbus Circle (formally The Deutsche Bank Center) before the hike begins. Leaving our starting point, we will enter Central Park and make our way north on the eastern side of the park. Highlights will include the 107th Infantry Memorial and the 307th Infantry Regimental Grove. After making various stops at points of historical interest, the walk will end at the Engineers Gate.** **We will exit Central Park at 90th Street and Fifth Avenue. The closest subways at the end point are the #6 train on Lexington and 86th Street or the Q train at 86th Street and Second Avenue.** **When you sign up for this event you will be placed on a Waiting List. I will then manually move attendees to the Going List. Owning to the Group Guided Tour nature of this event, it will be restricted to 15 attendees. I have led this tour on Veteran's and Memorial Day for many years and will continue to do so in the future, so if you are not on the "Going List" there will be hope for a spot in the future.** **Will be walking at a moderate (not slow) pace. The walk will last close to three hours and will cover about 4 miles. There will be ample restrooms stops but no food breaks (you might want to bring snacks to munch on)** **If you are bringing a guest, please have them sign a waiver at https://tinyurl.com/28cez6j8** **Heavy rain/snow or other forms of extreme weather will cancel the walk. Please check this site for updates.** **LEADER: Bob Lazzaro email: rlazzaro4@aol.com** **Please direct all questions concerning the walk to my email address above, I will endeavor to answer all of them.** **I will use a voice amplification device to foster better understanding and clarity between myself and attendees.**

3 Mile Walk to Davis Center. Bonus after walk to see Cindi Samaha -NY Historical

Come join us for a free 3 mile walk in Central Park to see the ice skaters at Davis Center. We'll be departing at 10am from the Bridle Path entering the park from the 90th St. & 5th Ave. After our Saturday 11/14 walk a bunch of us are going to the free Designing Women Market event at the New York Historical on Central Park West and 77th St to visit with/shop our very own Cindi Samaha, who will be a featured vendor: Event: https://www.nyhistory.org/programs/designing-women-market4?date=2026-11-14 Cindi: https://shop.nyhistory.org/pages/cindi-samaha-jewelry If you spend $25 at the market you get a two for one ticket to the NY Historical's galleries (senior $19, adult $24). We’re the NYC Chapter of Ever Walk – an international movement to encourage people to walk together to enhance physical and mental health. Founded by one of the greatest women athletes of our time, Diana Nyad, and her coach and friend, Bonnie Stoll. Diana swam from Cuba to Florida in shark infested waters without a shark cage - check the movie NYAD on Netflix if you want to be inspired! **The Basics** * **DISTANCE:** 3'ish miles round trip. * **START:** Meet at 9:55am and leave right after instructions and announcements. We really do! Then at 12noon we depart again for the NY Historical. * **DURATION:** About 90 minutes - 2 hours fir Davis Center. Then as much as you want for the NY Historical. * **PACE:** 23 minute mile conversational pace. If you can walk a city block in about a minute and a half, that’s our pace. * **PATHS:** Mainly on a mixture of dirt and asphalt paths with small rolling hills, and sometimes wooded trails and steps. * **MEETUP SPOT:** Start and finish in the same Central Park location every week on the Bridle Path (dirt path) - enter the park from 90th St. & 5th Ave. and cross the road with runners and cyclists. Look for 30-50 smiling faces in front of the John Purroy Mitchel Monument on the stone wall below the reservoir. * **WEATHER:** We walk rain or shine! * **BATHROOMS:** On your own. No stops. * **RELEASE:** If you participate in a walk you are responsible for yourself and agree not to hold the *EverWalk* organization, its leaders or members liable in any way for any injuries or damage which may occur as a result of your participation. **The Vibe** * **FRIENDLY: All are welcome! 🏳️‍🌈** * **FUN:** Every walk is an adventure. We acknowledge special park events, celebrate national awareness days when we can and explore different parts of the park. * **DOGS:** On leash dogs that are dog and people friendly are welcome to join. * **SOCIAL:** We take pics and make reels and post on social media. **Walk Announcements:** Find us on Meetup, Facebook, Next Door, Patch News Events (Central Park and the Upper East Side), The West Side Rag, Instagram, and TikTok. **Links:** **Merch:** https://shop.everwalk.com/collections/print-on-demand-products?page=2 **Can't wait to walk with you!** **Ann Marie**

Clove Lake Walk

Central Park Bird Walk - Bluebirds!

Central Park Bird Walk - Paid event $20/person Beginners Welcome! We will be looking for eastern bluebirds that migrate through our area at this time of year. They will be eating berries, brightly colored, orange and red, and it will truly be a fall experience. We will also be looking for Hawks, Eagles, and owls. And other fall migrants. Pay by Venmo @ Deb-Becker-8 PayPal editconsul@aol.com Or in person with cash.

Little Island Sunset Singles Stroll (AKA Date Walk) 20s, 30s, 40s

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/little-island-summer-sunset-singles-date-walk-tickets-1131160935809](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/little-island-summer-sunset-singles-date-walk-tickets-1131160935809) (First 5 women can save $5 by using discount code - 5. *Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to the RSVPs. Our events are consistently well attended. Must prepay to attend.)* Scenic Singles event to meet, mix and mingle with others for a "Date Walk" at one of New York City’s hottest attractions – Little Island! Located at Pier 55 on Manhattan’s Hudson River Park, Little Island is a floating park full of greenery, open spaces, viewpoints, and more. Our "Sunset Singles Strolls" are an extremely popular way to meet others in a safe, outdoor setting. Enjoy a fun way to meet others while getting fresh air and exercise. This event very casual and non-awkward + our host will help to make introductions. During the walk, you will randomly be paired with other singles in the beginning then rotate at designated times so that you get to meet everyone participating. We'll make several stops along the park so that people can take pictures and admire the beautiful views. We'll circle the island a couple of times and then afterwards, we'll continue the walk along the Hudson River. Once the walk is over, you're welcome to hang out and exchange contact info with others. Experience all the components of the "island", nestled among flowers, trees and shrubs, along with dazzling views of other portions of Hudson River Park, New York City and the Hudson River. The landscape is diverse, with green lawns, small slopes, and winding walkways. FAQs: **Where to meet?** Exact meeting location with host contact info will be sent to all paid attendees day of the event. **How many will attend?** We are limiting the # of attendees so that everyone has enough time to meet and spend time with everyone. **What if rains?** We will email attendees a new date. **Can I come alone?** Yes, about 90% come on their own. **Ages?** 20s, 30s. We usually get a good mix and balance genders as much as possible. **How much?** $19-$25 depending upon when you get ticket and spots left. For more fun events follow: [[https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283)]([https://www.meetup.com/NYC-Social/events/284320740/](https://www.meetup.com/NYC-Social/events/284320740/))

Shirley Chisolm State Park 5-7 miles

**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.** Shirley Chisholm State Park is named in honor of Shirley Chisholm, a Brooklyn-born trailblazer who was the first African American Congresswoman, as well as the first woman and African American to run for President. Rising up 130 feet above sea level, this new park occupies some of the highest ground in Brooklyn and offers spectacular panoramic views of the Empire State Building to the northwest, the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge and New York Harbor to the west, and Jamaica Bay to the south. The site rests atop the former Pennsylvania and Fountain Avenue landfills. The Penn and Fountain landfills were operated by New York City Department of Sanitation from 1956 to 1983. After the landfills were closed, the work to reclaim and repurpose the 407 acres of land as a future park began. The first steps were to install an impermeable plastic cap and a below-ground barrier to fully encapsulate the landfills and support future reuse. A below grade methane gas piping system was also installed throughout the property so that all off gassing is carried to the property's two flares. We'll meet at Crown Heights, Utica Avenue stop of the # 3 train at 10:30 am where we will transfer to the B17 bus at Eastern Parkway and Utica Avenue. We'll disembark at the Canarsie Pier, then walk to the Shirley Chisolm State Park. Those who wish to will continue the walk to the Red Lobster restaurant in the Gateway Shopping Center. Visit this link for menu ideas: https://www.redlobster.com/menu/lunch-favorites If you do not wish to stay for lunch you may take the B83 bus from the Shopping Center to Pennsylvania Avenue where you can transfer to the #3 train to Manhattan. After lunch the rest of the group will walk back to the Canarsie Pier for the B17 bus back to the Crown Heights,Utica Ave stop to catch the #3 train to Manhattan. Guests must sign our Waiver and Release ([https://tinyurl.com/28cez6j8](https://tinyurl.com/28cez6j8)) to participate. Please bring hat, sunscreen, snacks and at least 2 liters of water. Steady rain will postpone but we go in light intermittent rain. Ellen Fleishman, 917 734 7813

Free 3 Mile Walk in Central Park Every Saturday

Come join us for a free 3 mile walk in Central Park every Saturday. We'll be departing at 10am from the Bridle Path entering the park from the 90th St. & 5th Ave. entrance. We’re the NYC Chapter of Ever Walk – an international movement to encourage people to walk together to enhance physical and mental health. Founded by one of the greatest women athletes of our time, Diana Nyad, and her coach and friend, Bonnie Stoll. Diana swam from Cuba to Florida in shark infested waters without a shark cage - check the movie NYAD on Netflix if you want to be inspired! **The Basics** * **DISTANCE:** 3'ish miles round trip. * **START:** Meet at 9:55am and leave right after instructions and announcements. We really do! * **DURATION:** About 90 minutes - 2 hours. * **PACE:** 23 minute mile conversational pace. If you can walk a city block in about a minute and a half, that’s our pace. * **PATHS:** Mainly on a mixture of dirt and asphalt paths with small rolling hills, and sometimes wooded trails and steps. * **MEETUP SPOT:** Start and finish in the same Central Park location every week on the Bridle Path (dirt path) - enter the park from 90th St. & 5th Ave. and cross the road with runners and cyclists. Look for 30-50 smiling faces in front of the John Purroy Mitchel Monument on the stone wall below the reservoir. * **WEATHER:** We walk rain or shine! * **BATHROOMS:** On your own. No stops. * **RELEASE:** If you participate in a walk you are responsible for yourself and agree not to hold the *EverWalk* organization, its leaders or members liable in any way for any injuries or damage which may occur as a result of your participation. **The Vibe** * **FRIENDLY: All are welcome! 🏳️‍🌈** * **FUN:** Every walk is an adventure. We acknowledge special park events, celebrate national awareness days when we can and explore different parts of the park. * **DOGS:** On leash dogs that are dog and people friendly are welcome to join. * **SOCIAL:** We take pics and make reels and post on social media. **Walk Announcements:** Find us on Meetup, Facebook, Next Door, Patch News Events (Central Park and the Upper East Side), The West Side Rag, Instagram, and TikTok. **Links:** **Merch:** https://shop.everwalk.com/collections/print-on-demand-products?page=2 **Can't wait to walk with you!** **Ann Marie**

Eagle Rock Reservation

JOIN US FOR A WALK. WE WALK AT A MODERATE PACE ON UNPAVED PATHS. We will hike for about an hour - 3.5 miles. We will be walking on trails in the woods, so appropriate footwear, long pants & socks, and bug spray. Will will meet at: [https://goo.gl/maps/7rRRTiXCntdE1neD7](https://goo.gl/maps/7rRRTiXCntdE1neD7) Eagle Rock Trail Parking Lot by Kiosk#1 If you enter from Eagle Rock Way, go pass the Highlawn and stay left. There will be a parking lot at the end of the curve to your right. As always, we will go at a moderate pace and won’t leave anyone behind. But please be considerate of others if you don't think you will be able to hike/walk at a moderate pace for the duration. Eagle Rock Reservation is 408 acres of hills, streams, and valleys located on the borders of West Orange, Verona, and Montclair, New Jersey. Though located in the middle of the most densely populated county in the most densely populated state in the country, the Reservation is mostly undeveloped and boasts an extensive trail system within its borders. **Please make sure to RSVP and arrive 5 minutes prior to start time.** FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM - letswalkmeetup Disclaimer: If you join us for a hike, please understand that you are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being and will hold no one else liable in case of injury or mishap. Event will be canceled in the event of extreme weather.

Little Island Social Walk (50 & Over)

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT**: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/little-island-social-walk-50s-over-tickets-1998132908317](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/little-island-social-walk-50s-over-tickets-1998132908317) *(\*Limited # save $5 by using discount code "5" at checkout. This is a prepay event and only way to attend is to get ticket in advance at link above).* This is the perfect opportunity to go out and meet others your age while also getting some exercise and seeing the beautiful park. Our 50 & Over Social Walks are an extremely popular way to make new friends and meet others in a safe and unique setting. This event is very casual and non-awkward + our host will help to make introductions. Little Island provides a one-of-a-kind relationship between nature and art—a break from urban life and a connection to spontaneity and joy. It's become NYC's newest and hottest attraction! We'll make several stops along the park so that people can take pictures and admire the beautiful views. We'll circle the island a couple of times and then afterwards, we'll continue the walk along the Hudson River. During the walk, you will randomly be paired with others in the beginning then rotate at designated times so that you get to meet everyone participating. Afterwards, you're welcome to hang out and exchange contact info with others. FAQs: **Where to meet?** Exact meeting location with host contact info will be sent to all paid attendees day of the event. **How many will attend?** We are limiting the # of attendees so that there's enough room for everyone to feel comfortable. **What if rains?** We will email attendees a new date. **Can I come alone?** Yes, about 90% come on their own. **Ages?** 50s & Over. Gender balance is not guaranteed but we usually get a good mix. **How much?** $15-$25 depending upon when you get ticket and spots left. For more fun events follow: **[https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283)**

Pelham Bay Park and City Island Walk

Join us for a walk in Pelham Bay Park where we’ll explore some of its trails, walk the boardwalk at Orchard Beach and view historic homes on City Island. This walk will be approximately 9 miles. We will also discuss the history of the area on our walk. For anyone interested, we will stop for a late lunch on City Island at the end. To meet the group, take the 6 train to the Pelham Bay Park station. Exit the station via the pedestrian bridge into the park where we will meet by the restrooms. The walk will begin at 11:00. We end on City Island where you can take the Bx29 bus back to the 6 train. Early dropouts via the Bx29 are also available. Expect trails that are mostly flat but rocky and covered with leaves. There are ticks in the area and bug spray is recommended. Bring water and lunch/snacks. If you plan on joining us for lunch on City Island, bring cash to pay for your meal as credit cards are not accepted. Text hike leader Jessica with any questions 347-603-8447. $5 fee for non-members payable via Zelle at “outdoorsclub” or cash.