Shawangunk Ridge Trail Traverse: Rt. 52 to Rt. 44/Jenny Lane (19 miles)

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Shuttle required! Everyone must participate. You must be willing to either shuttle hikers to the start or take drivers back to their cars. Everyone must meet at the endpoint. Parking is limited at both lots so this event is capped at 10. We will shuttle to the start in as few cars as possible. Shuttle time is @25minutes.

Please join me for a traverse hike of the Shawangunk Ridge Trail across Sam’s Point and Minnewaska State Park. The Shawangunk Ridge offers beautiful cliff-top 360° views and miles of ridge-top trail through pitch pine forest. We will begin our day in the Shawangunk State Forest entering Sam’s Point up through South Gully. After taking in the views, we will continue on to VerKeerder Kill Falls, Mud Pond, Murray Hill, Castle Point, Rainbow Falls, ending our day at Jenny Lane.

NO SWEEP! Self-sufficient hikers only. Not a beginner hike. You should have completed hikes of similar distance and gain in the past and be confident in your ability to finish. You must be able to navigate on your own should you become separated from the group. Faster hikers are not obligated to wait for slower hikers.

Contact: George cell 845-649-6532

Distance: 19 miles

Elevation gain: 3300’

Pace: 2.5+ mph; NOT SLOW!

Meetup location (hike endpoint): (41.7426265, -74.2545325); https://maps.app.goo.gl/rDEkkZ7ME5b8jNqj7?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy

Hike start point: (41.6669096, -74.4041327); https://maps.app.goo.gl/UvSXohuQrHjtLEVp8?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy

Maps: NYNJTC Shawangunk South or combined map; Avenza, Gaia, or other digital mapping app; here is a link to a gpx file of the route- https://www.gaiagps.com/public/VkEXSW1PwczsDushq6Ac3OdT

Gear: layers for changing temps, proper footwear, plenty of water/electrolytes, lunch/snacks, bug spray, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, poles

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NOTE: You should be able to follow a map, understand possible bailouts, and must be realistic in your assessment of your own abilities and be prepared to hike alone.

NOTE: You are responsible for bringing appropriate gear, supplies, clothing, first aid, and lights. You should review topographic maps and trail features carefully; understanding topography of any hike is key to your knowing where you are, where you're going, and how to get back. See suggestions for GEAR on the "About" page for additional gear ideas.

HUDSON VALLEY HIKER LEGAL DISCLAIMER
Waiver of liability

You agree when you sign up for this group or any of the events that you have read and understand the below.

If you join us for a hike (or any other event), please understand that you are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being and will hold no one else liable in case of injury or mishap. You agree not to hold the Organizer, Assistant Organizers, or any other members responsible for any injuries, mishaps, or any other situation that may happen at a planned event. You are responsible to research the event, know the area, and bring the proper gear.

The Hudson Valley Hikers Club does not provide liability insurance for the protection of individuals who may participate in any of the events planned by the Organizer or Assistant Organizers.

This release extends and applies to, and also covers and includes, all unknown, unforeseen, unanticipated and unsuspected injuries, damages, loss and liability.

Your attendance on a hike signifies that you have read and accept the terms of this liability waiver. By signing up for this group or event you understand that you are attending all events AT YOUR OWN RISK. Organizers and Assistant Organizers of this group are just that, we organize the events and hike together as friends. There are no leaders on these hikes, you are your own leader- This is YOUR hike.