Sunday, September 11, at Noon Annual Picnic - FDR Park. Saturday, December 3 at 5 p.m. SEPTEMBER - NOVEMBER 2016

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1 N e w s l e t t e r o f t h e M o h i c a n C h a p t e r o f t h e A d i r o n d a c k M o u n t a i n C l u b S e r v i n g W e s t c h e s t e r, P u t n a m, a n d F a i r f i e l d C o u n t i e s... a n d B e y o n d Sunday, September 11, at Noon Annual Picnic - FDR Park This year the annual Mohican picnic will be held at Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park in Yorktown. It is easy to get to as it is right off the Taconic. Sign up by sending $10 to Kathie Laug, 33 Vincent Avenue, Stamford, CT ( ). Please indicate which of the following you will bring: appetizer, side dish, salad or dessert so the menu can be balanced. Please include your telephone number. Fee covers cost of the picnic site, main course and beverages. From the Chair Enjoying the summer I hope! Good summer trails are Minnewaska State Park in Ulster County and Taghkanic State Park in Columbia County. They both provide areas for swimming, which feels great after a hot hike. The warm wonderful days of this summer help us work up an appetite for our upcoming picnic in September. The smells of barbeque, butter dripping off an ear of corn, and the cool fresh taste of watermelon make you think about signing up as soon as possible. We have a wonderful spot this year at the Franklin Roosevelt State Park off the Taconic State Parkway. It includes a covered shelter, bathrooms nearby, and plenty of parking ($8.00 fee at the gate / free with Empire Passport). Get your $10 reservation in quickly so we can plan the food. See the PICNIC info above for location to send check. As we move into autumn and the changing of the leaves, be careful of any wet slippery areas. Slippery leaves can be dangerous. The scenery is perfect for photo opportunities so don t forget the camera. We offer many opportunities for easy, moderate, and harder hikes, so join us on the many upcoming adventures. Many of our summer hikes end up with ice cream, so with apple season coming soon, hikes can include apple or pumpkin picking on the way home from the area farms, our winter hikes sometimes end up with soup or chili, and on our spring hikes we are grateful the snow has melted and spring fever sets in. Our hikes are enjoyable and not overcrowded, which makes it comfortable for everyone to have fun. We welcome any newcomers who want to try a variety of activities. We also encourage new members to lead hikes and scout out new areas to hike. The adventures in our club include opportunities to join other chapters around NYS on their activities. Members also get discounts when going to the lodges up in the Adirondacks. Belonging to a club like ours is an honor because our club does a lot for the State of New York. The club fights to keep property preserved, fights to keep invasive species away, fights to keep all your events safe, while you are enjoying each event. So keep coming and encourage new people to join! We welcome all adventurous people. JEAN DOLEN Saturday, December 3 at 5 p.m. We look forward to seeing everyone at the annual Mohican Chapter Holiday Party. It will be held again at the First Congregational Church, 210 Orchard Ridge Road, Chappaqua, The charge for the party is $20 per person which includes appetizers, catered main courses and dessert, and beverages. To keep the cost down, the Club is subsidizing part of the actual expenses. Checks should be made payable to ADK Mohican and sent to: Lisa Weismiller, 118 Grove Street, #11, Stamford, CT Questions contact Lisa at lisaweismiller@gmail.com or ( ). We have to let the caterer know by December 1 so your check must be received prior to that date. 1

2 NOTICE OF WINTER TRIP Adirondack Loj Trip Friday-Monday, January 13-16, 2017 DEADLINE NOVEMBER 11, 2016 Join us for a fun-filled winter weekend in the heart of the high peaks region of the Adirondack Mountains. The ADK Loj will be our base where you can enjoy hiking, snowshoeing, backcountry or cross-country skiing, or just relax by the fire in the rustic gathering room. A short drive will take you to Lake Placid for ice skating, dog sledding or tobogganing. You can tour the Olympic Center or Olympic Ski Jump, take an exhilarating ride on a bobsled or skeleton, or crosscountry ski at the nearby Mt. Van Hoevenberg center. For the downhill skiers among us, Whiteface Mountain is only a short distance away. Accommodation # of people Rate/night Bunkroom #3 4 $ 63/person Private Room #5 (twin beds) 2 $158.10/night Private Room #6 (twin beds) 2 $158.10/night Private Room #8 (king bed) 2 $158.10/night Loft 2 $ 54/person Your 3% bed tax, dinners and trail lunches will be added at the time of check out. With a new reservation policy in place at the Loj, your deposit will be 50% of the room cost with the balance to be paid by you at checkout time. The room cost includes 3 breakfasts, but NO dinners. Dinner is $19.50 and reservations can be made upon arrival. PLEASE NOTE: Reservations must be received by 11 a.m. so if you are planning on having dinner Friday night upon arrival, YOU NEED TO MAKE YOUR OWN RESERVATIONS. Trail lunches are also available for $9.50. The private and family rooms tend to fill up quickly so send in your reservation as soon as you can, but no later than November 11. If your choice is no longer available, I will call you to discuss alternatives. Cancellations received on or after November 11 will lose the deposit unless we can fill the spot from a waiting list. Please complete the form below and mail with your room preference and check made payable to ADK Mohican Chapter NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 11 to: Lisa Weismiller, 118 Grove Street #11, Stamford, CT If you have questions, call Lisa Weismiller at or at Lisaweismiller@gmail.com. Name: Address: Phone: Private Rooms #5 - two twin beds #6 - two twin beds #8 - King size bed Deposit of $118.50/person for the weekend #3-4-person bunkroom Deposit of $94.50/person for the weekend Loft (coed bunkroom) 2 spaces Deposit of $81/person for the weekend Coast to Coast Hike I hiked the 190 mile English classic Coast-to- Coast hike in May of this year with an AMC group. We hiked from the seaside resort of St. Bee's on the Irish Sea to Robin Hood's Bay on the North Sea in 13 hiking days. The journey took us through Britain's most beautiful national parks: Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and the North York Moors. We walked through stunning Lakeland scenery, classic rural countryside of rolling hills, dry stone walls and pretty villages filled with the most beautiful gardens. The hotels, guest houses and pubs were charming. The weather was as predicted: quite cool, windy and wet at times. A stop in London before and after the trip with family was a bonus. On the first day, within moments of stepping out of the guest house, Jersey Bob tapped me on the shoulder and said hello. What a surprise to see someone from home! Our paths crossed several times over the 2 weeks which was fun as he was hiking with another group. What a small world! Submitted by Lisa Weismiller 2

3 White Mountains in June The last weekend in June provided perfect weather for hiking in the White mountains. Janice Miller, Lisa Weismiller, Sue Perciasepe and Jane Restani tackled Isolation (14.5 miles and blessedly low water for the umpteen river crossings.) The next day they traversed the Carters with 4000 ft plus of climbing, and landed at the Carter Notch hut for the night where they met up with Sophia (age 10 and niece of Sue and Jen) and Jennifer Reidy, who had descended from Carter Dome. The views of the Presidentials were fabulous from the Carters and from the Wildcats, which everyone hiked on the going home day. Janice, Lisa, and Jennifer have all completed the Northeast 115 and are helping Jane, Sue and Sophia bag their peaks. Added note, this weekend is annually a memorial or benefit for deceased or ill ATV enthusiasts; ATVs are permitted to climb the Mt. Washington auto road and autos are banned for a day. More than a thousand vehicles participate and they could be heard climbing the road, from the Carters. It was fun explaining to the AT thru-hikers what was going on. We hikers normally have problems with ATVs that tear up hiking trails, but these folks seem to stick to their own trails and were extremely pleasant. That doesn't mean there was mutual understanding of the diverse pursuits. A lot of head shaking. Submitted by Jane Restani Highest Point in Idaho-The End of a Quest Lisa Weismiller is a hiking machine and to prove it, on August 10, along with her guide, she summited the highest point in Idaho, Borak Peak, at 12,668. Hiking 5550' elevation gain in 3.6 miles--incredibly steep it took her 6 hours up and 4 hours down. A section called "Chicken out ridge required that she be roped up as there were steep drop-offs and narrow ledges. Lisa has been working on doing the highest points in all 50 states and Borak was her 45 th. Her journey has taken her all over the U.S. where she shared many a high point with friends and family. At this point, the last 5 are considered highly difficult and dangerous so 45 may be the magic number. on an amazing adventure and accomplishment! Submitted by Pat Johnston April 2016 New Members Philip and Susan Harrison, Robert Jessen and Jean Van Der Spuy Rejoined Members Ruth Blash, Carolyn Hoffman, Richard Leonard and Laura Rice May 2016 New Members Kathy Dornbush, John Sasko, Judy and Graham Stanley and Eddi Jamfi Rejoined Member Juan Roman June 2016 Susan Perciaseppe Rejoined Member Richard and Maura Buzzard July 2016 Liam and Sarah O Hagan, John Perri This column is dedicated to you, our members, whose lives, events, and achievements on and off the trail are to be recognized and shared. If there is a special event, vacation or achievement in your life you would like to share, please send in your news to Annette Grau at gagjinet@aol.com. 3

4 Saturday, May 21 Bashakill Canoe/Kayak Five paddlers joined Jane Smalley at the Bashakill Wildlife Management Area near Wurtsboro off Route 17. We did a one way paddle, putting in at the bridge on Haven Road and paddled downstream on a gentle flowing current about five or six miles. Along the way we saw a great blue heron, two eaglets, and many red winged blackbirds. Coffee, tea, and cranberry orange bread were served, compliments of the leader at the take out. Submitted by Jane Smalley Saturday, June 11 Old Croton Aqueduct/Croton Gorge Trail /Sing Sing Kill Greenway Hikers on the Old Croton Aqueduct trek from the Croton dam to Ossining enjoyed an unexpected bonus - a trip deep into the bowels of one of the weirs, led by a Friends of the Old Croton Aqueduct docent. The jaunt happened to coincide with one of the occasional weir open houses hosted by the Friends. The hike concluded at the new Sing Sing Kill Greenway, an ADA compliant concrete walkway which allows visitors to stroll through the Kill s rocky gorge. Submitted by Debbie Farrell Saturday, July 16 The Great Swamp from Green Chimneys Two new ADK paddlers, Elsie Rattenburg and husband Robert Stack joined Jane Smalley and Robyn Stockton to paddle the Great Swamp in Patterson. Both are experienced paddlers. We got as far as a huge beaver dam all the way across the stream and had to turn around making it a short paddle; but as always it is fun to be out on the water. Submitted by Jane Smalley UPDATE on WTA Hiking in Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, Maine Thursday, September 15 - Saturday September people have registered so far, and it promises to be a wonderful vacation for us all! Rooms were guaranteed through August 15, but if you missed the deadline, there still may be space available (the price of $129/room will not change). If you'd like to try for last minute reservations, visit the Bar Harbor Motel's website at or call them at (800) be sure to tell them you are part of the Westchester Trails Association group so you get the discounted rate. Then contact Eileen West at eileenw1000@gmail.com or (914) to let her know you are attending. Attention Leaders and Hikers When car-pooling, it is recommended that a charge of $.30 per mile be equally divided among passengers, including the driver, and that everyone shares in the tolls. Trip tales go to c.harting@verizon.net. To enter the leader lottery, send your signup sheets (new ones please) to Jeanne Thomson, P.O. Box 219, Somers, NY Saturday, September 3 Harriman Hike (Joint with WTA) 6-7 miles, moderate. Leaving from the Sebago Lake parking area off Seven Lakes Drive, we will take the Seven Hills Trail to Diamond Mountain, visit Pine Meadow and Wanoksink Lakes, then head out on the Buck Trial. You will need appropriate footwear, lunch and sufficient water. Weather conditions may alter hike. To register, contact Sarah Davis at: sewdavis@gmail.com, (212) (h) or (917) (c). Saturday, September 3 Manitou (Joint with WTA) 4 miles, easy to moderate. (Carpool from North White Plains). Formerly known as Mystery Point, Manitou Point Preserve offers the enduring natural beauty of the Hudson River as well as a sense of the grace of a bygone era. The natural features of the property include a mature wooded upland with numerous rock 4

5 outcrops, a steep-sided ravine, a portion of Manitou Marsh, and sheer rocky bluffs along the river. Meet at NWP at 9:30 a.m. or contact leader to meet at trailhead. To register, contact Leader Carolyn Hoffman, earthwormch@aol.com, home (914) , cell only on day of hike (914) Sunday, September 4 Hi-Tor, Little Tor and the Long Path (Joint w/wta) (9:00 a.m. carpool from North White Plains). 7 miles, moderate. This is a shuttle hike. We will begin from Ridge Road (near Rockland Lake State Park), go north along the Long Path, visit the old Youmans winery ruins, go up and over Hi-Tor, visit Little Tor and end up in Gurnee County Park in Mount Ivy. Spectacular views throughout the hike. To register, contact leader Frank Lee via at fleessa@yahoo.com. Monday, September 5 (Labor Day) Butler Sanctuary in Bedford/Mt. Kisco area This is a lovely 3-4 mile hike perfect for those hikers who want to graduate from easy hikes to moderate hikes. One trail is fairly level and the other trail we take is moderate as there is some elevation. To register, call Carol Harting at or at c.harting@verizon.net. Saturday, September 10 Hudson Highlands Gateway Park 4-5 miles, easy to moderate. This is a pleasant hike with gentle ups and downs. Take Bear Mountain Parkway north to Highland Avenue to Sprout Brook Road and the parking lot is on the right designated by a sign for the Gateway Park. To register, Carol Harting at c.harting@verizon.net. Saturday, September 10 AT Series Hike #5 This is the fifth in a series of hikes to cover all of the Appalachian Trail in Connecticut. We will access the trail via the Undermountain and Paradise Lane Trails and end in Salisbury, a distance of approximately 10 miles, including ascents of Bear Mountain (the highest mountain entirely in Connecticut) and Lion's Head. We will get an early start due to driving distance. For meeting time and place, contact leader Kathie Laug at or kfriedmanlaug@optonline.net. Sunday, September 11 Annual Picnic - Noon at FDR Park Saturday, September 17 Dr. Doolittle Harriman Hike (Joint with WTA) 6-7 miles, moderate to strenuous. We ll hit some more Harriman zoological features including Hawk Cliff, Horse Stable Mountain (hopefully), Catamount, Squirrel Mtn. etc., along the S-BM and Pine Meadow and maybe the Tuxedo-Mt. Ivy trails and woods roads. To register, the leader Debbie Farrell at debfarpr@gmail.com or call (914) Saturday, September 17 Mianus River Gorge Preserve (Joint with WTA) 4.5 miles, easy to moderate. The Mianus River Gorge Preserve is nearly 800 acres of old-growth forest, rare hemlock forests, woodlands, stone walls, abundant wildlife and the Mianus River a water supply for over 150,000 people in Westchester and Fairfield counties. Some of the highlights of the hike include the seasonal Havemeyer Falls and the Hobby Hill Quarry. Directions: Route 684 to Exit 4 (NY172), Route 172 East toward Bedford Village, left on Route 22 North. At the village green (church on right), take the right fork follow NY 172 to Long Ridge Road (Mobil gas station on right) for less than ½ mile to Miller s Mill Road. Right on Miller s Mill Road, go down the hill and across the bridge, Left on Mianus Road (dirt road) ½ mile to parking lot (marked) on the left. To register and for meeting time, contact leader Art Adelman at aadelman@optonline.net or (914) Rain cancels. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 56 Sunday, September 18 Breakneck Ridge (Joint with WTA) 6-7 miles, strenuous. We will ascend the face of the mountain and return by way of the Bypass Trail. Lots of rock scrambling rewarded by constant views all the way to the 5

6 summit. Meet at 9:30 a.m. at the large parking lot on the left side of Rte 9D just north of the Breakneck Ridge tunnel. To register or for questions, contact the leader, Steve Singlak at or (845) No beginners please. Sunday, September 18 Bennett s Pond State Park, Ridgefield CT 4 miles, easy. Enjoy a 2-3 hour walk through meadows, along a lake with beaver dams and water fowl, then onto a woods trail. Sturdy shoes and water are recommended. 9:30 a.m. start. To register, contact the leader Rosanne Schepis at rschep@yahoo.com or (203) Saturday, September 24 Island Pond Circular (Carpool from North White Plains) 7 miles, moderate. We ll start on the A-SB from the Elk Pen, hike up to the ridge for expansive views along the R-D and Lichen trails, and then head over to Island Pond for a relaxing break on a rock outcrop overlooking the water. Return is via the A.T. To register, contact leader Alice Benash, ajrb3@verizon.net or (914) Rain cancels. WTA HIKE Saturday, September 24 Family Day at Constitution Island This is a child-friendly annual event at Constitution Island, and includes sightseeing at a gentle pace, a stroll around the grounds, an easy walk up to the Revolutionary War redoubt, and on-hand docents who will discuss the island s history. Bring photo I.D. Meet at 11:00 a.m. at the Cold Spring southbound commuter parking facility. The event is free, but donations to the Constitution Island Association are accepted. Amenities include shaded picnic groves, public restrooms, a gift shop in the historic Warner House, walking trails, and a hot dog vendor. Rain or shine except if stormy. To register and to see if there has been a cancellation before the event, please contact Stewart Manville at (914) WTA HIKE Saturday, September 24 Canoe/Kayak, Chodikee Lake, Highland, NY (Joint with WTA) About 5 or 6 miles of lake and stream paddling. With fall colors emerging, we will paddle the meandering streams at both the north and south ends. They provide plenty of wildlife habitat with extensive wooded swamps and stands of cattails and other marsh vegetation. We may encounter a few beaver dams. Possible space in leader s canoe. Directions: NYS Thruway to Exit 18, New Paltz. We ll meet at 10 a.m. at the Mall. Turn left onto Route 299 and then a right into the Mall. To register, call leader Jane Smalley at or jsmallpt@aol.com. Sunday, September 25 Southern Harriman Circular 8 miles, moderately strenuous. This hike starts from the Reeves Meadow Visitors Center and uses portions of the Pine Meadow, Seven Hills, and Raccoon Brook trails and affords many viewpoints - one can see the NYC skyline on a clear day! The route has varied terrain with a few short rock scrambles and water crossings. Heavy rain cancels. Please the leader, Judy Hirschman, at hirschmanjudith@gmail.com no later than 6:00 p.m. on the day before the hike to register and confirm meeting time and place. WTA HIKE. Saturday, October 1 Reeves Meadow Circular (Joint with WTA) 9 miles, moderate to strenuous. This circular will include the Pine Meadow, Seven Hills, Stony Brook and the complete HTS trails. For further information or to register contact the leader, Bob Fiscina at fis6973@verizon.net. No beginners please. Rain cancels. Sunday, October 2 Sterling Forest (Joint with WTA) 6 miles, moderate. We will start at the Visitor s Center and climb up to the fire tower, then hike along the ridge with spectacular views of the lake and foliage. Easy return along the lake shore. To register, contact leader Catharine Raffaele, (914) or Raffaele.Catharine@yahoo.com. 6

7 Sunday, October 2 Rockwood to Rockefeller 6 miles, easy to moderate. This hike will be approximately four hours through rolling hills and carriage roads with views of the Hudson River. Bring lunch, water, snacks. To register, contact leader Jean Dolen, (914) Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (Nos. 38 and 59). Saturday, October 8 Harriman Exploration Hike (Joint with WTA) 7-8 miles, moderate. We'll start by visiting the obscure Lewis Family Cemetery and Mine. Then comes a few miles of pretty woods while ascending to the top of Stockbridge Mountain. After lunch on the mountain, we'll see Hippo Rock and hike to the vanished hamlet of Baileytown, where we'll see another obscure cemetery. The loop back passes lesser traveled routes and a stop at Lake Nawahunta. Meet at the south end of the Silvermine parking lot off of Seven Lakes Drive at 10 a.m. To register, contact leader Mark Jelléy hvdaytrips@comcast.net (914) Saturday, October 8 Minnewaska State Park 8 miles, moderate. This is a scenic hike on carriage roads and rolling hills. We can meet either at the Mt. Kisco Park & Ride (Exit 4 off Route 684), or at the Exit 19 Park & Ride off Route 84 - contact leader to register and for information. There is a $10 per car parking fee unless you have an Empire Passport, so carpooling is encouraged. To register, contact leader Jean Dolen, (914) Sunday, October 9 Northern Harriman Lake Skannatati Circular 8 miles, moderate. The hike begins at the Lake Skannatati parking area off Seven Lakes Drive. We use the Long Path and Dunning trails enroute to Island Pond for a scenic lunch before returning on the R-D and A-SB. Fall colors should be near peak. For meeting time and to register, contact leader Marvin Pasternak hikermarv@aol.com (718) Rain cancels. WTA HIKE Sunday, October 9 Betsy Sluder Preserve (Joint with WTA) 3-4 miles, easy to moderate. The Betsy Sluder Preserve in Armonk is a 70 acre park with around a 1.5 mile perimeter trail. We will take other trails too and, as a bonus we will also see some interesting rock formations and Agnew pond, which is dammed. Directions: Take I-684 to exit 3S for Route 22 South. Follow Route 22 South and then turn right onto Route 128 (Main Street, Armonk). Turn left at the very first street (Old Route 22) - drive a short distance ahead on Old Route 22 where you will find parking in the lot on the right just past the intersection with Birdsall Farm Drive. For meeting time and to register, contact leader Art Adelman at aadelman@optonline.net or (914) Rain cancels. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 18). Saturday, October 15 Kaaterskill High Peak (Joint with WTA) 6-8 miles, moderate to strenuous. It is time for autumn in the Catskills. The distance of this hike will depend on the route that is optimal for the conditions and the group. Elevation gain is about 1500 feet. There will be edges and ledges so this should not be your first serious hike. Register with the leader Jane Restani by 5 p.m. Friday at irabjanea@aol.com. Participants limited to 12. Saturday, October 15 Photography Field Trip 2 Bull's Bridge, CT (Joint with WTA) Easy instructional hike alongside the Housatonic River (with some optional off trail rock scrambling on the river's edge). Lots of opportunities to photograph amazing water, with its cascades, rapids, pooled reflections and unusual sculpted rock formations. Hopefully, fall colors will be spectacular, offering a good variety for creative compositions of intimate 7

8 landscapes (with a covered bridge), close-ups of rocks, water with fallen leaves and the shade of evergreen hemlocks. Bring your camera and tripod (I have a few to lend), don't forget a lunch and some water. For meeting time and directions and to register, contact leader Dod Chahroudi (845) or dodchahroudi@gmail.com. Sunday October 16 Schunemunk Circular (Joint with WTA) 7 miles, moderate to strenuous. We will do both ridges on this hike--it starts with a climb and has a rock scramble in the middle, but we ll proceed at a compassionate pace (it s not a race). Views of the Hudson River, Storm King Art Center and the valleys below. To register, contact leader Steve Klepner, spk010@yahoo.com, (h) , (m) Sunday October 16 Kitchawan Preserve 4-6 miles. easy to moderate. We will come across fields, forests, streams and views of the new Croton Reservoir while exploring various Kitchawan trails. Meet the leader at 10 a.m. at the preserve parking lot, 712 Kitchawan Road (Route 134 between the Taconic Parkway and Route 100) in Ossining. If you need a ride or more information, please contact the leader in advance. Rain cancels. To register, contact leader Sue Soni, surekhasoni1968@gmail.com or (914) Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 33). WTA HIKE Saturday, October 22 AT Series Hike #6 This is the sixth and final in a series of hikes to cover all of the Appalachian Trail in Connecticut although most of the hike is actually in southern Massachusetts. We will access the trail via the Race Brook Falls Trail which parallels a series of cascading waterfalls, climb Mt. Race, and then descend into Sages Ravine. Total mileage is approximately 10 miles. We will get an early start due to driving distance. For meeting time and place, contact leader Kathie Laug at or kfriedmanlaug@optonline.net. Saturday, October 22 Angle Fly Preserve (Joint with WTA) 5-6 miles, easy to moderate. Come on a 3-4 hour hike (including lunch) in this lovely Westchester preserve in late October with fall colors. The network of trails extends roughly 10 miles and spans the entire preserve property. To register, call leader Jane Smalley at (914) or jsmallpt@aol.com. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 53). Sunday, October 23 Mt. Beacon Circular (Joint with WTA) 8 miles, moderate to strenuous. This hike, with over 2000' total elevation gain, will be done at a moderate pace. The hike begins with a steep onemile climb to the first summit. Multiple great views throughout. The trailhead starts at the kiosk in the parking lot at the base of the Mount Beacon Incline Railway (from I-84 it's 2-3 miles south of the NB Bridge on Rte 9D). If you use a GPS you can enter 640 Wolcott Ave, Beacon, NY (Bob's Corner Store address) right across from 9D parking lot. To register or for questions, contact the leader Steve Singlak at srshudson@verizon.net or (845) No beginners please. Saturday, October 29 Timp-Torne Circular (Joint with WTA) 5-6 miles, moderate with some rock scrambling. This hike, which starts at 10:00 a.m. from Anthony Wayne parking lot in Harriman, uses several trails including the Fawn, Timp-Torne and S-BM providing multiple views from the ridgetop. No first time hikers, please. Rain cancels. To register, contact leader Mike Kaplan, kaplanm2001@yahoo.com. 8

9 Saturday, October 29 Central Park Walk, NYC 6 miles, easy to moderate. Explore Central Park from the north end to midtown, see the historic monuments along the way, and enjoy the park's spectacular Chrysanthemum blooms. Take the Metro North Harlem Line to 125th Street, and we will meet there to start and end back at Grand Central Station. To register, contact Jean Dolen on her cell at Sunday, October 30 Hudson Highlands (Joint with WTA) 9-10 miles, moderate to strenuous. This hike begins with an end-to-end traverse of the Undercliff Trail, from Nelsonville to Breakneck Ridge. We will continue to the Notch Trail and descend, returning to the cars via the Nelsonville trails. For further information or to register, contact the leader Bob Fiscina at fis6973@verizon.net. No beginners please. Rain cancels. Sunday, October 30 Armstrong Preserve, Richards Preserve, and Leatherman s Loop (Joint with WTA) 5.5 miles, moderate. Hike through two small Pound Ridge Land Conservancy s properties and walk across the street to Ward Pound Ridge to visit Leatherman s Cave. Bring water, lunch. Parking is limited at Armstrong Preserve, so carpooling is necessary from the Katonah Station. Meet at 10 a.m. across from the steps to the northbound trains. If you are coming by train, please contact the leaders in advance. Leaders: Jane and Walt Daniels (914) , jdhikes@gmail.com. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (Nos. 63 and 95a. Saturday, November 5 Trail Work in Harriman State Park It's time for the annual fall maintenance on our 2.5 mile section of the SBM Trail in Harriman State Park. In addition to trail work we can have the last political discussion before the election (LOL). Be sure to attend so your viewpoint is represented. To sign up or for more information, contact Kathie Laug via at kfriedmanlaug@optonline.net Saturday, November 5 Hook Mountain Circular 6 miles, moderate. The day will begin with an easy hike along the Shore Path and progress with a ridge walk on the Long Path, ascending to the Hook Mountain summit with its spectacular views of the Hudson. To register, contact leader Jean Dolen, (914) Sunday, November 6 Adventure Awaits! Hike the New Trails into Black Rock Forest! (Joint with WTA) 6-7 miles, moderate. These recently completed trails start in Cornwall and wind two miles through unspoiled woodlands and ridges to connect with the Sackett Trail near Mine Hill. The first part of the hike is a continual, quite moderate, climb. Very civilized, perfect for a November day. And, with the leaves off the trees, we'll see some sweeping vistas. No scrambles, no exposure. The plan is to hike to the Sackett and likely the Stillman. Once we reach the ridge it's mostly rolling hills through autumn foliage. Meet at 10 a.m. in the parking lot at the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum's Outdoor Discovery Center, 120 Muser Drive in Cornwall (ZIP 12518) off Angola Road about 1/4 mile west of Route 9W. Please remember to bring snacks for the leader. To register, contact Howard Millman, hwardmillman@aol.com, (914) Sunday, November 6 Rockefeller Park - Main Entrance 5-6 miles, easy to moderate. This is a three-to-four hour hike which may be longer if we eat at the Blue Stone Café. Bring lunch or buy lunch. There are picnic tables indoors and outdoors. There is a $6 per car parking fee unless you have an Empire Passport. To register, and for meeting time or information, call Jean Dolen at (914) Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 59). Saturday, November 12 Almost Perpendicular and Claudius Smith Den, Harriman Circuit Hike No. 8 (Joint with WTA) 6-7 miles, moderate. This hike, with 1700 feet of elevation gain, was postponed from July 24 when temps were in the 90s. A little cooler weather should contribute to the fun. Register with Jane Restani by 5 p.m. Friday at irabjanea@aol.com. 9

10 Saturday, November 12 Bear Mountain (Carpool from North White Plains). 5 miles, moderate plus. We will take winding steps (800 or more) to the midway point, then a trail with minor scrambling to the top with beautiful views. There is a parking fee of $10 if you don t have an Empire Passport. Call the leader, Jean Dolen, to register at (914) Sunday, November 13 Dunderberg Circular (Joint with WTA) 8 miles, moderate to strenuous. We will climb up to the ridge on the R-D and return on the Timp-Torne. Lots of ups and downs all day, rewarded by spectacular views in all directions. To register, contact the leader Catharine Raffaele, (914) or Raffaele.Catharine@yahoo.com. Sunday, November 13 Marshlands Conservancy (Joint with WTA) 3-4 miles, easy. Enjoy a two-hour hike in this Rye preserve on a network of trails through a field, a deciduous forest and a salt marsh. Meet leader at 10 a.m. at the Conservancy parking lot, located at 220 Boston Post Road near the Rye Golf Course. Leader: Leslie Millman. Contact leader by at oooleslie@aol.com. Cell number is for day of hike changes only: (914) Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 9). Saturday, November 19 In Search of Hamilton (but No Tickets!). Part 1: Arden Point and Glenclyffe (Joint with WTA) 3.7 miles, easy to moderate. Optional Part 2: Revolutionary War Redoubts, 2.1 miles, moderate. General Washington ordered Alexander Hamilton to pursue Benedict Arnold after learning of his treason, and Part 1 of this hike travels along gentle slopes and streams with river views tracking Arnold s escape route (and maybe Hamilton s footsteps in pursuit), as well as the land and ruins occupied by 19th Century Gov. Hamilton Fish. Part 2, at the Garrison School Forest (about a two mile drive from Part 1) offers splendid views from the North and South Redoubts visited by Washington before he continued on to Arnold s residence (near the Arden-Glenclyffe hike). To register, the leader, Debbie Farrell at debfarpr@gmail.com or call (914) Sunday, November 20 Camp Smith Trail (Joint with WTA) 6.2 miles, moderate to strenuous. We will start and end at the toll house. Irregular footing, lots of ups and downs, with plenty of views of the Hudson River from multiple locations as the leaves will be down. We will travel at a compassionate pace with frequent regroups if needed, have lunch at Anthony's Nose, and return the way we came. To register, contact leader Steve Klepner, spk010@yahoo.com, (h) , (m) Sunday, November 20 Mountain Lakes Camp, North Salem, NY 6 miles, easy to moderate. This is a three-to-four hour hike through a County park with a partially restored camp from the olden days. Yurts and log cabins, bonfire pit, bathrooms, dining hall, etc. Trails are on carriage roads and through wooded areas. To register, contact leader Jean Dolen, (914) Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 57). Saturday, November 26 After Thanksgiving Hike: Around Cranberry Hill and Above Turkey Hill Lake to the Torrey Memorial (Carpool from North White Plains). 8 miles, moderate. We will do an elongated figure 8 on the Long Path and Menomine trails in Harriman that should work off a few of those Thanksgiving day calories as we climb Stockbridge Mountain, visit the Torrey Memorial, and relax near the shore of Lake Nawahunta. Contact one of the co-leaders to register and for meeting time and information. Alice Benash, ajrb3@verizon.net or (914) , and Lillian Wolfe-Brown, sunset922@aol.com or (914) Rain cancels. WTA HIKE 10

11 Saturday, November 26 Turkey Mt. and Hilltop Hanover (Joint with WTA) 5 miles, easy to moderate. (NWP). Walk off some of the Thanksgiving feast, thanking the turkeys, with one of the best viewpoints in Westchester. Meet at NWP at 9:30 a.m. or contact leader to meet at trailhead. To register, contact leader Carolyn Hoffman, earthwormch@aol.com, home (914) , cell only on day of hike (914) Sunday, November 27 After Thanksgiving Hike: Turkey and Pyramid Mountains (Joint with WTA) (Carpool from North White Plains). 7 miles, moderate. Time for another turkey - this one is in New Jersey s Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area. We ll do a circuit which takes in all the goodies, including several views as well as the Tripod Rock formation. To register, contact leader Eileen West (914) ; eileenw1000@gmail.com. Rain cancels. Sunday, November 27 Harriman Hike Moderate 6-7 miles. After a short road walk from Kanawauke Lake parking area, we will hike on ridges mainly on the Dunning and R-D trails. There will be plenty of beautiful views. To register, contact leader Sarah Davis at (c), (h) or sewdavis@gmail.com. Walkway Over the Hudson Bridge A welcome treat after an enjoyable hike on the Walkway MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION To join: Send this form with payment to: Adirondack Mountain Club 814 Goggins Road Lake George, NY Or call Family Life $1950 Individual Life $1300 Adult $ 50 Family $ 60 Senior (65+) $ 40 Senior Family (65+) $ 50 Student (full time 18+) $ 40 School ADK is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization. Membership fees are tax deductible, as allowed by law. Please allow 6-8 weeks for receipt of first issue of Adirondac. Name: Address: City: State: ZIP: Home Phone: ( ) I want to be a Mohican Member List spouse and children under 18 and birth dates: Spouse: Child: Birth Date: Child: Birth Date: Bill my: Visa Mastercard Discover Expiration Date: Account #: Signature (required for charge) 11

12 Mohican ADK P.O. Box 218 Bedford, NY Notify ADK of address change at least six weeks in advance via at or call M-F 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m Officers Chair Jean Dolen H Jdol89mtns@yahoo.com Vice-Chair Jane Restani irabjanea@aol.com Outings Coordinator Carolyn Harting H c.harting@verizon.net ADK Director Leslie Millman C oooleslie@aol.com Conservation Dod Chahroudi H dodchahroudi@gmal.com Webmaster Pat Johnston H patcjohnston@gmail.com Check out our chapter web page: If you would like to receive updates between newsletters, patcjohnston@gmail.com and we will add you to our list serve, ADKMohican@yahoogroups.com Secretary Annette Grau H gagjnet@aol.com Treasurer Lisa Weismiller C lisaweismiller@gmail.com Membership Annette Grau H gagjnet@aol.com Alternate Directors Fran Resch H franresch79@gmail.com Kathie Laug H kfriedmanlaug@optonline.net Paddling Coordinator Jane Smalley H jsmallpt@aol.com Publications ADKMOHICAN@hotmail.com Carolyn Harting H Pat Johnston C Delegate to NY/NJ Trail Conference Barry Leibowitz barry.leibowitz@gmail.com 12

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