Westchester Outdoor & More

Parking is free at 4:30. We will aim for 21 minutes per mile pace. Distance/Terrain: 5 to 5.5 miles will be the approximate goal. If inclement weather looks to be a problem, a revised post will be up by noon and the walk will be rescheduled to Thursday, weather permitting.
Directions: Overall - start point is main Rockefeller State Park parking lot, about a 3 minute drive west from Pace University and Taconic and 9A exits on route 117 and about one mile going east from route 9 exit onto route 117..

Bring a Scrabble Game and cushion. All kinds of players are welcome. Some use open book and cheat sheets.
We would have more people come if they knew more people were coming. So signing up ahead of time rather than just showing up helps that. Of course if you can come if you don’t sign up. If no one signs up by Tuesday Evening I will cancel. Most people expect to play two games.

Rockefeller State Park Preserve
125 Phelps Way · Pleasantville, NY
How to find us
Meet in the main parking lot.
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"At Pocantico Hills...where the fine views invite the soul...I have spent many delightful hours, studying the beautiful views, the trees and fine landscape effects of that very interesting section of the Hudson River..." Mr. John D. Rockefeller, Sr. Random Reminiscences

Description

Fast paced hike. Will do 2 hours and 6 to 7 miles. We do not stop. There are early outs.

Terrain: Easy to moderate, mainly rolling hills.

This is not a beginner hike. We tend to walk at a brisk pace and we don't stop. We keep the same pace on the hills as we do on the flat parts of the trails. Please assess your ability to keep this pace before signing up.

Cancellation notices: If cancellation is necessary, it will be posted on the afternoon of the hike.

Pets: Friendly, well behaved dogs are welcome. The park requires dogs to be leashed at all times. It is possible that we will encounter one or more horses with riders or carriages. They have the right of way and you are expected to control your dog.

Liability Waiver: This is a fun and interesting group of people who enjoy hiking and socializing, it is not organized by a professional hiker.
Hiking or outdoor activities have inherent risks. Your participation in our hikes or other events could be dangerous and can result in serious injury, medical emergency, even death.
You agree to participate in this event completely at your own risk and to take full responsibility for your own safety and well being, including those of your guests.

Rockefeller Start Park Preserve Web Site (http://www.parks.ny.gov/parks/59/details.aspx)

Rockefeller State Park Preserve Trail Map (http://nysparks.com/parks/attachments/RockefellerTrailMap.pdf)

You are invited to join us for a 7 mile hike. This hike will take about 4 hours. We will meet at Big Woods Trailhead Parking, Route 301, Cold Spring, NY[masked], [masked] for a prompt 8:30 AM start. The start will be on the (Y) Perkins Trail. The views are beautiful as we pass through farmlands and surrounding hills. We will continue to the (B) Fahnestock Trail pass the lake and onto the (R) Charcoal Burner trail for hopefully spectacular blooming Mt Laurels. We will reconnect with (Y) Perkins Trail back to the cars.

Trail Map: NY/NJ Trail Conference East Hudson #101

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Bring appropriate gear including a light/headlamp, food, and water. Review/bring your map to be aware of topography and our location.

Check the weather and dress appropriately.

Weather: Heavy rain cancels.

Please cancel at least 48 hours prior to event, so people on the waitlist can attend. If on the day of the event, you cannot make it, please take your name off the going list. Not attending hikers will be marked as “No-Show.” People with multiple “No-Show” will not be allowed on future hikes. Thanks....

Important Note: Be certain to check this webpage and your email prior to the hike for any last-minute changes or cancellations.

Liability Waiver: Hiking or outdoor activities have inherent risks. Your participation in our hikes or other events could be dangerous and can result in serious injury, medical emergency, even death. You agree to participate in this event completely at your own risk and to take full responsibility for your own safety and well-being, including those of your guests. You acknowledge that we are not professional hike leaders but are merely organizing this event for your convenience.