What we’re about
This is a group of Dog lovers that like to socialize and get out for walks, hikes, or attend events with our 4 legged companions. We are all easy-going, dog-loving people, and we understand that some dogs need a little more time to warm up to the pack. Never hesitate to ask questions about our pack, We have some very knowledgeable dog lovers in this group! Hikes are from somewhat challenging and strenuous to very easy walks in the park. With skill levels ranging from beginner to expert and anywhere in between, all are welcome! We try to find dog-friendly restaurants locally to the hike where we can enjoy each other's company just a little longer. We also attend events organized by others where bringing our dogs are encouraged and accepted! We love exploring local, outdoor, dog-friendly locations and meet like-minded individuals, and we hope you would like to join us. Let's check out what the greater Hudson Valley area has to offer for pet-friendly recreation.
Upcoming events
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Buttercup Audubon Nature Preserve
Buttercup Audubon Nature Preserve, 6862 State Route 82, Stanfordville, NY, USMake sure you park here at this sign in the photo. The sign is hard to see and I go by each time because the directions lead you a little further. If you go past a red barn you just missed the parking.
Anyway, about the trails: Buttercup Farm Sanctuary is located in the northeastern corner of Dutchess County just south of Pine Plains on Route 82. At 641 acres, Buttercup is an area of diverse habitats with rolling, open grasslands, second growth and more mature woodlands, a former orchard and a marshy, flooded woodland. There are six miles of trails throughout the sanctuary. Over 80 species of birds are possible on a good May day. Of special interest are nesting Great Blue Herons, Wood Ducks, Bobolinks and other birds of the field. Both Golden-winged and Lawrence's Warblers are seen periodically. The sanctuary is relatively undeveloped and is open from dawn until dusk, seven days per week.
We will be taking the red trail with a touch of blue and maybe green.
Buttercup Farm Red, Blue, White, Green, and Orange Trail Loop on AllTrails
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/buttercup-farm-red-blue-white-green-and-orange-trail-loop
Please show up 15 minutes before 9AM, and the parking lot is really small so try to squeeze in as tight as you can.
PLAN AHEAD
By signing up for this hike, you acknowledge having read our liability waiver: Liability Waiver
Hiking Essentials: Hiking Essentials
Leave no trace: Leave No Trace
There is a $2 fee to keep meetup running.
Lunch - Puerta Azul - US Route 44, Millbrook, NY7 attendees
Past events
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