First spring hike!!!

It's going to be 65°F and mostly sunny on Sunday! Time to organize the first last-minute spring hike. Let's start easy and do a shorter hike in Apshawa Preserve.

The hike will be about 5-6 miles long with a total elevation gain of around 1,000 feet. This is a moderately difficult hike primarily because of the mileage, so only physically fit individuals should participate. However, no prior hiking experience is necessary!

The number of participants is limited only by the availability of carpool seats. I’ll send out the carpooling spreadsheet on Friday evening to help us organize.

Our plan is to leave New York City around 9:45 a.m. on Sunday so we can all meet at the Apshawa Parking lot by 11:00 a.m. (Please check the exact address listed above on this page).

For the hike, everyone should bring a lunch/snack and at least 1.5 liters of water. As for gear, you must have good hiking boots or sturdy sneakers. Remember to dress in layers of clothing, ideally synthetic materials. We’ll get warm while hiking, but we’ll cool down quickly when we stop for lunch! The forecast is mostly sunny with highs in the lower to mid-60s, but please don't forget a rain jacket just in case we encounter a rain shower or strong wind gusts.

Finally, bring some cash. We might stop for a drink after the hike, and you’ll also need to chip in some money to your driver to cover the cost of gas and tolls if you are carpooling.

I'll be bringing a map, a compass, a first-aid kit, and some other essential gear.

If you have any questions, please email me directly. If your question is something everyone should know, please post it here!

Milos