Hike @ Charles T. Church (Shu Swamp) Preserve

Shu Swamp (from the old Dutch word Sheogh meaning "cascading waters") is a magical place: a wooded wetland of towering Tulip trees, Red Maples and Tupelos, fed by many springs and seeps. Beaver Brook flows through it and is home to Brook trout, Sticklebacks and the rare American Brook Lamprey.

The swamp's high quality environment is also home to an amazing number of ephemeral spring flowers such as Marsh Marigold, Spring Beauty, Dwarf Ginseng, and Marsh Violets. As early as February or March the abundant Skunk cabbage blooms, followed by many varieties of ferns. The shallow pond provides mud flats for shore birds, and giant snapping turtles make their home there. Wood ducks nest in the Preserve, and mink, muskrat and even river otters use the waterways at times.

Directions: on Frost Mill Road in Mill Neck, adjacent to the LIRR tracks.
It is about 1/4 block north of 32 Frost Mill Road on the left hand side.

This is not a slow paced hike. Duration approximately 2+ hours, 3 to 5 miles.

Bring water, snack, bug spray and be prepared for rain.
Dress in layers and make sure you wear the proper footwear for hiking.

Always check your body and clothes for Ticks at the end of any hike!

• Attendance is limited - Don't be a no show as you block someone else from attending. Please update your RSVP if you said you were going to attend and you later change your mind.
• This event is listed on Multiple groups, attendee list on this group will not include everyone.

Weather: If questionable weather, please check this page for updates within One Hour prior to the event.

This is an event organized for our friends to get together and socialize. We are not professional hikers or professional organizers. You are welcome to join us but before you attend you must familiarize yourself with the risks associated with this type of activity.

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. It is your responsibility to learn the trails and to follow the group so you do not get detached from the group. Make yourself aware of your surroundings and trail conditions at all times. You agree to participate in these events completely at your own risk and to take full responsibility for your own safety and well being, including those of your guests. You agree not to hold the Organizer, Co-Organizer, Assistant Organizers, Event Organizer, Event Hosts, Hike Leader or any other members responsible for any injuries, mishaps, or any other situation that may happen at a planned event. Your attendance at the event signifies that you have read and accept the terms of this liability waiver.