WESTCHESTER TRAILS ASSOC. Join our Yahoo Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/westhike FALL HIKING SCHEDULE SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER and NOVEMBER, 2016 Hikes ratings are based on terrain (mileage is stated separately in the description). An easy hike is one with relatively flat terrain or gentle, rolling hills (for example, Rockefeller Preserve). A moderate hike has steeper grades, possibly going up and down all day, and may involve some bushwhacking or short rock scrambles (like much of Harriman Park). A strenuous hike has steep ascents, often with rough or difficult terrain on much of the hike (like most Schunemunk trails, Breakneck Ridge, etc.). These ratings apply during good weather. Bad weather may lead to poor footing and increase the difficulty of any hike. Hiking boots and drinking water are required on all hikes. A trail lunch should be carried unless otherwise indicated. Hikers with improper footwear, without sufficient water, or who are otherwise unprepared, may be refused by the leader. Well behaved dogs on leashes are welcome on hikes listed as dog friendly, but please do not bring your dog on hikes that do not have this listing. New hikers are asked to contact leaders in advance of hikes. All hikers should choose a hike within his or her abilities - contact the leader if you have any questions. All who participate in the activities of Westchester Trails Association (WTA) do so at their own risk. A hike listing with an NWP designation means that the group meets in the parking lot of the North White Plains train station at the stated time for a carpool to the trailhead. (Otherwise, please contact the leader for information about the meeting time and place and whether public transportation is available.) To reach the NWP lot, take the Bronx River Parkway to Fisher Lane in North White Plains and follow the train station sign. The parking lot is half a block from the turn, on the right hand side, before the underpass. There is no charge in this lot on Saturdays or Sundays. If coming by train please notify the leader. Walk down the stairs from the train platform to the parking lot on the NYC bound side, then walk north toward the toll booth. We encourage carpooling to the hike site. This arrangement is entirely voluntary and entails no obligation on the part of the drivers. Passengers should reimburse the driver for a share of the expenses. We suggest that you multiply the miles driven round trip (to and from the trailhead) by 30 per mile, add tolls and parking fees if applicable, and divide the total by the number of people in the car (including the driver). You may wish to round these amounts up or down to the nearest dollar, to make things easier. A schedule of WTA activities is printed 4 times a year. If a leader s contact information is not listed below, please e-mail Eileen West at eileenw1000@gmail.com for details. To become a member, please print out and complete the application on our website. Make checks or money orders payable to Westchester Trails Assoc., and mail to the address on the application. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Saturday, September 3 - TWO HIKES TODAY: Saturday, September 3 - Harriman Hike. 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) 873-4018 (h) or (917) 501-1322 (c). Joint with ADK Mohican. Saturday, September 3 - Manitou. 4 miles, easy to moderate. (NWP). 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 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.
Leader: Carolyn Hoffman, earthwormch@aol.com, home (914) 948-0608, cell only on day of hike (914) 420-5778. Joint with ADK Mohican. Sunday, September 4 - Hi-Tor, Little Tor and the Long Path. (9:00 a.m., NWP). 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. Leader: Frank Lee, fleessa@yahoo.com. Joint with ADK Mohican. Monday, September 5 (Labor Day) - Butler Sanctuary. 3-4 miles, easy to moderate. This is a lovely hike in the Bedford/Mt. Kisco area that is perfect for those 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 (845) 669-6731 or e-mail at c.harting@verizon.net. Joint with ADK Mohican. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 49). Saturday, September 10 - TWO HIKES TODAY: Saturday, September 10 - Hudson Highlands Gateway Park. 4-5 miles, easy to moderate. This is a pleasant hike in the Cortlandt-Peekskill area with gentle ups and downs. Take the Bear Mountain Parkway north to Highland Avenue to Sprout Brook Road. The parking lot is on the right designated by a sign for the Gateway Park. To register, email Carol Harting at c.harting@verizon.net. Joint with ADK Mohican. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 31). Saturday, September 10 - Untermeyer Park and the Old Croton Aqueduct. 3-4 miles, easy to moderate. This hike will be at a relaxed pace, and include the Persian Garden, the recently renovated Temple of Love, and landscaped steps leading to the Aqueduct. Return will be via a wooded trail. Bring lunch or a snack. Beautiful views of the Hudson River. Meet the leader at 10 a.m. inside the park s main gate near the Community Center. The park is located at 945 North Broadway in Yonkers, just south of St. John s Hospital. There is a small parking lot inside the garden; if it is full, park along North Broadway (U.S. 9). Leader: Ellie Carren, (914) 591-7038. May call up to 11 p.m. Sunday, September 11 - Map and Compass Reading in Harriman. (NWP). 9 miles, moderate. Learn the basics of map and compass reading and route finding, while hiking in Harriman State Park. We will take marked and some unmarked trails, woods roads and a little off-trail, passing lakes and several views. The hike is limited to 8 participants, all of whom must have the North Harriman map (not the app) and a compass. Priority will be given to new hike leaders and those who would like to lead in the upcoming schedules, but all hikers wanting to hone their map and compass skills are welcome. We will take our time exploring the terrain on our maps and on the ground, and everyone will have a chance to lead the group in some of the unfamiliar areas. Register with the leader, Eileen West, not later than the Wednesday before the hike, at eileenw1000@gmail.com. Saturday, September 17 - TWO HIKES TODAY: Saturday, September 17 - Dr. Doolittle Harriman Hike. 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 SBM and Pine Meadow and maybe the Tuxedo-Mt. Ivy trails and woods roads. To register, email the leader, Debbie Farrell at debfarpr@gmail.com or call (914) 282-9942. Joint with ADK Mohican. Saturday, September 17 - Mianus River Gorge Preserve. 4.5 miles, easy to moderate. The Mianus River Gorge Preserve is nearly 800 acres of old-growth forests, 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 (NY 172), 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. Contact leader Art Adelman at aadelman@optonline.net or (914) 765-0542 for meeting time. Rain cancels. Joint with ADK Mohican. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 56). Sunday, September 18 - TWO HIKES TODAY: Sunday, September 18 - Breakneck Ridge. 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 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 srshudson@verizon.net or (845) 641-4132. No beginners please. Joint with ADK Mohican. 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 AM start. Contact the leader, Rosanne Schepis, to register at rschep@yahoo.com or (203) 417-5552. Note: This is an ADK Mohican hike. Saturday, September 24 - TWO HIKES, AN HISTORICAL WALK, AND A CANOE/KAYAK TODAY: Saturday, September 24 - Island Pond Circular. (NWP). 7 miles, moderate. We ll start on the A-SB from the Elk Pen, hike up to the ridge for expansive views along the RD 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. Leader: Alice Benash, ajrb3@verizon.net. Rain cancels. Saturday, September 24 - Orchard Beach and Hunter Island. 3-4 miles, easy. Walk along the beach and then around Hunter Island on this early fall hike. Meet leader on the right side of the parking lot at 11:00 a.m. Rain cancels. Leader: Josephine Pierri. 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 redout, 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. Contact Stewart Manville at (914) 582-1237 during the week before the event as there have been occasional cancellations. Joint with the Shorewalkers. Saturday, September 24 - Canoe/Kayak, Chodikee Lake, Highland, NY. 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 catails and other marsh vegetation. We may encounter a few beaver dams. Possible space in leader s canoe. Directions: New York State Thruway to Exit 18, New Paltz. We ll meet at 10:00 at the Mall. Turn left onto 299 and then a right into the Mall. Call leader, Jane Smalley, to register at (914) 276-0413 or e-mail jsmallpt@aol.com. Joint with ADK Mohican.
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 Racoon 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 email 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. Saturday, October 1 - TWO HIKES TODAY: Saturday, October 1 - Reeves Meadow Circular. 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. Joint with ADK Mohican. Saturday, October 1 - Cliffdale-Teatown Trail/Teatown Lake. (NWP). 4 miles, easy to moderate. This will be a relaxing hike from the Visitor s Center to the Cliffdale Education Center, using part of the Teatown Lake and other trails. We ll have a snack on the benches at Cliffdale, and then return to the Visitor s Center on the other side of the lake. Meet at 10 a.m. at NWP, or at the main parking lot in Teatown at 10:30. Leader: Elspeth Kramer, elspethkramer@aol.com, (347) 262-4802. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 62). Sunday, October 2 - TWO HIKES TODAY: Sunday, October 2 - Sterling Forest. (NWP). 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. Contact leader to register. Leader: Catharine Raffaele, Raffaele.Catharine@yahoo.com. Joint with ADK Mohican. 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. Leader: Jean Dolen, (914) 522-4310. Note: This is an ADK Mohican hike. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (Nos. 38 and 59). Saturday, October 8 - TWO HIKES TODAY: Saturday, October 8 - Harriman Exploration Hike. 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. Leader: Mark Jelléy hvdaytrips@comcast.net (914) 261-0987. Joint with ADK Mohican. 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. Leader: Jean Dolen, (914) 522-4310. Note: This is an ADK Mohican hike.
Sunday, October 9 - TWO HIKES TODAY: 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 en route to Island Pond for a scenic lunch before returning on the RD and ASB. Fall colors should be near peak. Contact leader for meeting time. Leader: Marvin Pasternak hikermarv@aol.com (718) 261-7199. Rain cancels. Sunday, October 9 - Betsy Sluder Preserve. 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. 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. Contact leader Art Adelman at aadelman@optonline.net or (914) 765-0542 for meeting time. Rain cancels. Joint with ADK Mohican. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 18). Saturday, October 15 - TWO HIKES AND A PHOTOGRAPHY FIELD TRIP TODAY: Saturday, October 15 - Kaaterskill High Peak. 6-8 miles, moderate to strenuous. It is time for Fall 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 pm Friday at irabjanea@aol.com. Participants limited to 12. Joint with ADK Mohican. Saturday, October 15 - West Side River Walk, Art and Dinner. 5 miles, easy. River vistas th th th from 14 to 57 Streets along the Hudson. At 57 Street, a tour of some selected art galleries with a finish at Parnell s for an optional early dinner. Excellent fare and generous servings, inclusive of choice th th of drink, about $16-$25. Meet at the northwest corner of 8 Avenue and 14 Street (A, C and E trains) at 10 a.m. Bring a light lunch/snack and water. Leader: Marvin Malater (718) 376-3608. Joint hike with the Shorewalkers. Saturday, October 15 - Photography Field Trip #2 - Bull's Bridge, CT. An 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 it's cascades, rapids, pooled reflections and unusual sculpted rock formations. Hopefully, fall colors will be spectacular, offering a good variety for creative compositions of intimate 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. Contact leader for meeting time and directions: Dod Chahroudi (845) 878-6869 or dodchahroudi@gmail.com. Note: This is an ADK Mohican outing. Sunday October 16 - TWO HIKES TODAY: Sunday October 16 - Schunemunk Circular. 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. Leader: Steve Klepner, spk010@yahoo.com, (h) 914-617-9193, (m) 845-297-7066. Joint with ADK Mohican. 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. Leader: Sue Soni, surekhasoni1968@gmail.com or (914) 747-2452. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 33). Saturday, October 22 - THREE HIKES TODAY: Saturday, October 22 - Garrison to Anthony s Nose. 7-8 miles, moderate. This is a one way hike from Garrison via Sugarloaf South, the Osborn Loop and along the AT to the spectacular view from Anthony s Nose. Meet the leader at 9:30 a.m. on Route 9D at the foot of Anthony 's Nose near the Bear Mountain Bridge. Leader: Minu Chaudhuri, (914) 391-5918 or minu1@optonline.net. Saturday, October 22 - Angle Fly Preserve. 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. Call leader, Jane Smalley, to register at (914) 276-0413 or e-mail jsmallpt@aol.com. Joint with ADK Mohican. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 53). Saturday, October 22 - Rockefeller Preserve. 4-5 miles, easy. This is a relaxing hike in a pretty part of the preserve. Meet the leader at 10 a.m. at the trailhead parking on Old Sleepy Hollow Road. Leader: Toby Garfinkel, (914) 337-6612. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 59). Sunday, October 23 - TWO HIKES TODAY: Sunday, October 23 - Mt Beacon Circular. 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 one-mile climb to the first summit. Multiple great views throughout. The trailhead is 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 12508 (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) 641-4132. No beginners please. Joint with ADK Mohican. Sunday, October 23 - Irvington Woods Preserve. 3-4 miles, easy to moderate. This is an easy-paced hike on various trails in this lovely, wooded, 40 acre nature preserve. Meet the leader at 10:00 a.m. at the O'Hara Nature Center, 170 Mountain Road in Irvington. Directions: From Route 9 traveling south, turn left on Sunnyside Lane, then right onto Mountain Road. The parking lot is a short distance up the hill, on the right. Lunch will be optional in a garden next to the center at the end of the hike. Rain cancels. Leader: Asha Chauhan, (212) 730-2351, a1chauhan@gmail.com. Co-leader: Ellie Carren (914) 591-7038. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 54). Saturday, October 29 - TWO HIKES TODAY: Saturday, October 29 - Timp Torne Circular. 5-6 miles, moderate with some rock scrambling. This hike, which starts at 10 AM from the Anthony Wayne parking lot in Harriman, uses several trails including the Fawn, Timp Torne and SBM, providing multiple views from the ridgetop. No first time hikers, please. Rain cancels. Leader: Mike Kaplan, kaplanm2001@yahoo.com. Joint with ADK Mohican. Saturday, October 29 - Orchard Beach, Twin Island and Hunter Island. 5 miles, easy. Enjoy the New York coastline passing through large boulders, a salt marsh with a nice boardwalk and a wooden section. Many different birds stop by when they are migrating south for the winter. We may
still catch the fall colors. Meet at the Orchard beach parking lot at 10 AM. Directions: Take I-95 or the Hutchinson River Parkway to the City Island/Orchard Beach exit and follow signs. At the Bartow traffic circle turn east to Orchard Beach where there is a large parking lot to the right - we will meet midway between the road and the beach, all the way to the left of the parking lot. Leader: Diana Catz, dscatz@gmail.com, (718) 549-1735. Sunday, October 30 - TWO HIKES TODAY: Sunday, October 30 - Hudson Highlands. 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. Joint with ADK Mohican. Sunday, October 30 - Armstrong Preserve, Richards Preserve, and Leatherman s Loop. 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) 245-1250, jdhikes@gmail.com. Joint with ADK Mohican. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (Nos. 63 and 95a). Saturday, November 5 - A HIKE AND A TRAIL MAINTENANCE WORKSHOP TODAY: 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. Leader: Jean Dolen, (914) 522-4310. Note: This is an ADK Mohican hike. Saturday, November 5 Trail Maintenance Workshop on the A.T. 9:00-2:00 (NWP). WTA has recently become responsible for maintaining the Appalachian Trail section from Dennytown Road to Catfish Loop. If you are interested in becoming a maintainer for this section or any other trail maintained by WTA, this is an excellent opportunity to get involved and learn how it s done. We will hike for about a mile each way while cutting back growth, freshening blazes, and doing other trail work. WTA will provide the tools - all you need are work gloves. Leader: Herb Hochberg, h_hochberg@hotmail.com, (914) 723-6566. Sunday, November 6 - TWO HIKES TODAY: Sunday, November 6 - Adventure Awaits! Hike the New Trails into Black Rock Forest! 6-7 miles, moderate. These recently completed trails start in Cornwall and wind two miles thru 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. Howard Millman, hwardmillman@aol.com, (914) 439-8031. Joint with ADK Mohican. 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. For meeting time or information, call Jean Dolen at (914) 948-4585. Note: This is an ADK Mohican hike. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 59). Saturday, November 12 - TWO HIKES TODAY: Saturday, November 12 - Almost Perpendicular and Claudius Smith Den, Harriman Circuit Hike No. 8. 6-7 miles, moderate. This hike, with 1700 feet of elevation gain, is postponed from July 24 when temps were in the 90's. A little cool weather should contribute to the fun. Register with Jane Restani by 5 pm Friday at irabjanea@aol.com. Joint with ADK Mohican. Saturday, November 12 - Bear Mountain. (NWP) 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) 522-4310. Note: This is an ADK Mohican hike. Sunday, November 13 - TWO HIKES TODAY: Sunday, November 13 - Dunderberg Circular. (NWP). 8 miles, moderate to strenuous. We will climb up to the ridge on the RD and return on the Timp Torne. Lots of ups and downs all day, rewarded by spectacular views in all directions. Contact leader to register. Leader: Catharine Raffaele, Raffaele.Catharine@yahoo.com. Joint with ADK Mohican. Sunday, November 13 - Marshlands Conservancy. 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 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 e-mail at oooleslie@aol.com. Cell number is for day of hike changes only: (914) 552-7720. Joint with ADK Mohican. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 9). Saturday, November 19 - In Search of Hamilton (but No Tickets!). Part 1: Arden Point & Glenclyffe, 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, email the leader, Debbie Farrell at debfarpr@gmail.com or call (914) 282-9942. Joint with ADK Mohican. Sunday, November 20 - TWO HIKES TODAY: Sunday, November 20 - Camp Smith Trail. 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. Leader: Steve Klepner, spk010@yahoo.com, (h) 914-617-9193, (m) 845-297-7066. Joint with ADK Mohican. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 50). 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. Leader: Jean Dolen, (914) 522-4310. Note: This is an ADK Mohican hike. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 57). Saturday, November 26 - TWO HIKES TODAY: Saturday, November 26 - After Thanksgiving Hike: Around Cranberry Hill and Above Turkey Hill Lake to the Torrey Memorial. (NWP). 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 for meeting time and information. Co-leaders: Alice Benash, ajrb3@verizon.net and Lillian Wolfe-Brown, sunset922@aol.com. Rain cancels. Saturday, November 26 - Turkey Mountain Preserve and Hilltop Hanover Farm. 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. Leader: Carolyn Hoffman, earthwormch@aol.com, home (914) 948-0608, cell only on day of hike (914) 420-5778. Joint with ADK Mohican. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (Nos. 6 and 42.) Sunday, November 27 - After Thanksgiving Hike: Turkey and Pyramid Mountains. (NWP). 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. Leader: Eileen West, eileenw1000@gmail.com. Rain cancels. Joint with ADK Mohican.