8–10 Garrison Hike (Vigorous)
Details
Let's have another fun hiking adventure this Sat. by hiking in Garrison. We will meet at the Garrison Metro North Train Station at 9:10 and then shuttle all the cars and passengers to the trail head.
The hike is not suitable for beginners, hikers who want to run, or slow hikers that want to stroll. The leader determines the pace, number of stops, and the duration of stops. Hiking boots and backpacks are required. Also bring your lunch and 2 liters of water per person. Dress in layers for the cold and bring micro spikes. There will be heavy wet snow, ice, mud, and tough almost impassable steam crossing. Come prepared and expect to be wet. If you don't have the right equipment or are uncomfortable being wet and muddy wait a few weeks to come out. There was 12-18 inches of snow last week, and the mild weather is not going to melt all of it.
This is an all-day hike that starts at 9:10and ends at approximately 3:00 if all goes well. Expect a 10-mile hike, graded as vigorous by the current rating system and 3D10 by the prior codes. Trans. 5C but take the early 7:50 train that arrives in Garrison at 9:10. Drivers meet at the Garrison Train Station. I will be taking the train and be in the last car. I will be wearing a wide brimmed tan hat, red AMC leader's shirt; green pants, and have 2 blue water bottles on my hips, and a large green pack. If you don't know where to get off on the train, get in the last car and follow me. If you get lost at the train station or come late, I won't wait. No dogs, No Drones, No Smoking, and No swimming allowed on hike. Rain, snow, or ice storms cancels. Leader: Joe Nigro 718-331-6148 (7:30-9:30 PM) Joeni1@msn.com
Despite the recent easing of Covid-19 restrictions - out of consideration for all people who share the trails with us, all participants must. 1) be free of COVID-19 infection to their knowledge 2) carry face masks 3) carry hand sanitizer of at least 60% alcohol and 4) be prepared to observe social distancing.
AMC website listing:
https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX0000012mj72AA/act00019460
## Cost
Free