Foraging Walks New York

Walk the Westside

I'm excited to announce the first walk for the group. This will be a meet, and greet for us to get to know each other, while we walk off our Thanksgiving meals. This walk starts at the Hudson River Greenway, and ends at Battery Park. 12:00pm- Meet at Dinosaur Bar-B-Que 12:30pm- Walk begins. 2:30pm- Rest stop at Enoch's 3:15pm- Leave Enoch's 3:45pm- Little Island 4:30pm- Arrive at Battery Park We will cover approximately 8 miles at a leisurely pace. Feel free to do as much, or as little of the walk as you choose. This is just a way for us to get to know each other. Our rest stop at Enoch's is in Hell's kitchen, with access to numerous trains if you would like to end the walk at the halfway point. \*\*\* Please dress comfortably with layers. It will likely be a cold day with wind from the river. However, it may get warm as we start moving. I recommend a long sleeve shirt, light wind breaker, and a jacket. I also recommend a water bottle, and comfortable shoes with warm socks.

Guided Mindful Walking in Nature - Fort Greene Park Edition with Museum Visit

**Though the body we move in nature, with our mind/consciousness we are part of nature.** **MINDFULNESS - the practice of maintaining a nonjudgemental state of heighted or complete awareness of one's thoughts, emotions or experiences on a moment-to-moment basis.** **MINDFUL WALKING - a practice that enhances mental clarity and reduces stress by fostering a deep connection with the present moment (the here and now) through awareness of each individual step and the Sight, Sound and Smell of the surrounding environment.** **The nearest Subway Station to the meeting location is the Atlantic Avenue-Barclays Center Station of the B,D,N,Q,R,2,3,4,5 Trains.** **Please read the below information carefully and take the time to view the myriads of videos available that explain the concept of Mindful Walking.** **Let me begin by thanking you for accompanying me on a work in progress to develop a methodology for teaching and leading a Mindful Walking workshop, my goal is to guide/lead the novice through an unfamiliar or complex procedure in a step-by-step process so that they can attain a basic level of skill and knowledge in the practice of Mindful Walking. Upon entering Fort GreenePark we will proceed to the large Playground on the southeast side of the Park** **and commerce with a breathing and exercise session, followed by several training practice walks that will introduce the attendees to the techniques of Mindful Walking.** **For the remainder of our Fort Greene Park adventure, we will alternate long bouts of conversation flowing walking sessions with shorter bouts of silent guided Mindful Walking sessions (which will circumnavigate the entire Park). Between these two walks we will pause for a 30 minute lunch/museum visit/restroom break at the Visitors Center near the Prison Ship Martyrs Monument.** **Because of the workshop nature of this event, I will limit the number of attendees to ten (10) people. My future vision for this method of training is to present many workshops for first timers, mixed with separate events for those adepts with the Mindful Walking concept. Furthermore, I will expand the range of this event to scenic natural locations (including waterside venues) around the Greater New York area.** **Will be walking at a moderate (not slow) pace. The walk will last three hours and will cover about 3 miles.** **Heavy rain/snow or other forms of extreme weather will cancel the walk. Please check this site for updates.** **LEADER: Bob Lazzaro email: rlazzaro4@aol.com.** **I will use a voice amplification device to foster better understanding and clarity between myself and attendees.**

Central Park Bird Walk - Bluebirds!

Central Park Bird Walk - Paid event $20/person Beginners Welcome! We will be looking for eastern bluebirds that migrate through our area at this time of year. They will be eating berries, brightly colored, orange and red, and it will truly be a fall experience. We will also be looking for Hawks, Eagles, and owls. And other fall migrants. Pay by Venmo @ Deb-Becker-8 PayPal editconsul@aol.com Or in person with cash.

World War I Memorial walk in Central Park

**This will be a guided tour (with much, much commentary) which will encompass the World War I memorials and monuments of Central Park and will explore the impact of World War I on America and New York City.** **Please take advantage of the restrooms in The Shops at Columbus Circle (formally The Deutsche Bank Center) before the hike begins. Leaving our starting point, we will enter Central Park and make our way north on the eastern side of the park. Highlights will include the 107th Infantry Memorial and the 307th Infantry Regimental Grove. After making various stops at points of historical interest, the walk will end at the Engineers Gate.** **We will exit Central Park at 90th Street and Fifth Avenue. The closest subways at the end point are the #6 train on Lexington and 86th Street or the Q train at 86th Street and Second Avenue.** **When you sign up for this event you will be placed on a Waiting List. I will then manually move attendees to the Going List. Owning to the Group Guided Tour nature of this event, it will be restricted to 15 attendees. I have led this tour on Veteran's and Memorial Day for many years and will continue to do so in the future, so if you are not on the "Going List" there will be hope for a spot in the future.** **Will be walking at a moderate (not slow) pace. The walk will last close to three hours and will cover about 4 miles. There will be ample restrooms stops but no food breaks (you might want to bring snacks to munch on)** **If you are bringing a guest, please have them sign a waiver at https://tinyurl.com/28cez6j8** **Heavy rain/snow or other forms of extreme weather will cancel the walk. Please check this site for updates.** **LEADER: Bob Lazzaro email: rlazzaro4@aol.com** **Please direct all questions concerning the walk to my email address above, I will endeavor to answer all of them.** **I will use a voice amplification device to foster better understanding and clarity between myself and attendees.**

Wonders of Classical Greece

**Book tickets here:** **[https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/abtravel/items/212073/calendar/?flow=771741&asn=meetup&sheet-uuid=cf9ea7f2-56cf-429d-9e2b-14b23c16c964&ref=asn&full-items=yes](https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/abtravel/items/212073/calendar/?flow=771741&asn=meetup&sheet-uuid=cf9ea7f2-56cf-429d-9e2b-14b23c16c964&ref=asn&full-items=yes)** **Athens, capital of Greece, is the birthplace of modern democracy, and home to many archeological sites dating to the 5th century BC.** **​** **This 11 days, nights nights Wonders of Greece sightseeing tour is perfect for group travelers and solo travelers. The guided tour will uncover the country's rich cultural history exploring the following sites.** **Day 1** **Overnight flight to Athens, Greece** **Discover the beauty and timeless wonder found only in Greece. This fascinating tour of Greece begins with an overnight flight.** **Day: 2 – Athens, Greece** **Arrive in Athens, cradle of Democracy and capital city of Greece.** **Spend the day as you wish, exploring the city independently.** **This evening, celebrate the beginning of your Greek experience with a delightful welcome dinner.** **Dinner Crowne Plaza Athens City Center** **Day: 3 – Athens** **Breakfast Crowne Plaza Athens City Center** **Enjoy a panoramic tour of the highlights in Athens showcasing the city's ancient and glorious monuments, such as the Temple of Zeus, the Parliament, and the Olympic Stadium.** **Next, ascend the steep hill of the Acropolis. Greek for “highest city,” the Acropolis was the religious center of ancient Athens and is crowned by the Parthenon, considered the pinnacle of classical Greek architecture.** **This evening, perhaps you’ll choose to join an optional local food tour of Athens.** **Day: 4 – Athens - Thermopylae - Kalambaka** **Breakfast At Grand Hotel Meteora** **Travel north through central Greece to Thermopylae.** **Stop to see a monument dedicated to Leonidas who died defending Greece against the Persians.** **End your day at a family-owned taverna and savor a delicious meal with recipes passed down from generations.** **Dinner Grand Hotel Meteora** **Day: 5 – Kalambaka - Metéora - Arachova** **Breakfast at hotel** **This morning, visit Metéora and enjoy guided tours of two remote monasteries\* situated in a unique landscape of limestone rock “towers” that extend nearly 900 feet into the air.** **More than 600 years ago, Byzantine monks chose to build their monastic community perched atop these virtually inaccessible rocks.** **Continue on to charming Arachova, a popular ski resort town with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.** **Dinner Anemolia Resort & Conference** **Day: 6 – Arachova - Delphi - Olympia** **Breakfast Europa Hotel Olympia** **This morning, explore the ancient city of Delphi, one of Greece’s most significant religious centers during Classical times.** **A local expert leads you through the Sanctuary of Apollo, the Doric Temple, the ancient theatre, and the Delphi Museum, home to an extraordinary collection of artifacts. It was here that the famed Oracle once offered prophecies that shaped the course of history.** **Continue your journey along the Gulf of Corinth and cross into the Peloponnese, arriving in the historic city of Olympia, a lasting symbol of ancient Greek achievement.** **This evening, broaden your knowledge of traditional Greek musical instruments and folkloric dances during a delightful Greek dance class.** **Dinner Europa Hotel Olympia** **Day: 7 – Olympia** **Breakfast Europa Hotel Olympia** **Begin your day with a guided visit to ancient Olympia, including the sanctuary of Zeus, the Olympic Stadium – site of the first Olympic Games in 776 B.C. – and the museum.** **Next, visit a local farm in the countryside and meet the owners to gain insight into everyday rural life.** **Following your tour, enjoy a lunchtime tasting of local wines, olive oil, homemade jams, marmalades, and traditional sweets.** **Later, learn to prepare some of the region’s finest dishes as you take part in a Mediterranean cooking experience, followed by a traditional Greek dinner.** **Dinner Europa Hotel Olympia** **Day: 8 – Olympia - Tolo** **Breakfast King Minos Hotel** **Enjoy spectacular scenery as you cross the Arkadian Mountains en route to the picturesque seaside hotel in Tolo.** **En route, stop at a family-owned ouzo distillery producing Greece’s signature anise-flavored aperitif since 1869.** **Day: 9 – Tolo - Nafplio - Tolo** **Breakfast King Minos Hotel** **Today, it’s your choice! Journey to ancient Mycenae, once ruled by mythological King Agamemnon, commander-in-chief of the Greeks during the Trojan War.** **Explore the excavations during a guided visit featuring the Beehive Tombs and the Lion Gate -OR- linger in Nafplio and join a walking tour of Greece’s first capital city.** **Nafplio’s mix of Venetian and Neo-classical architectural influences make it Greece’s most elegant city.** **Day: 10 – Tolo - Piraeus Port - Aegina Island - Athens** **Breakfast and Lunch Crowne Plaza Athens City Center** **This morning, make your way to Piraeus Port in Athens, getting a view of the Corinth Canal along the way.** **Then, board a quick hour long ferry to Aegina Island. One of the Saronic Islands, Aegina is inhabited year-round, offering a glimpse into Greek island life.** **Spend your afternoon on this island, famed for its pistachios and fresh seafood, however you wish.** **Perhaps you’ll soak up Aegina Town with its shops and local markets, or venture a little farther on your own by taxi to nearby archaeological sites.** **Gather with your fellow travelers to celebrate the end of a memorable trip over a farewell lunch before returning to Athens by ferry.** **Day: 11 – Athens - Tour Ends** **Breakfast** **Your tour ends today** **Wonders of Greece vacation package -- land tour -- includes the following elements.** * **Nine nights hotel accommodations at a three or four star hotel** * **Nine Breakfast daily** * **Two lunches** * **Five dinners** * **Luxury bus transportation,** * **Sightseeing tour activities,​** * **Bilingual guide (Greek and English)** **Note: Airfare is not included in the price. Installment payment plan is available for this trip.**

3 Mile Walk to Davis Center. Bonus after walk to see Cindi Samaha -NY Historical

Come join us for a free 3 mile walk in Central Park to see the ice skaters at Davis Center. We'll be departing at 10am from the Bridle Path entering the park from the 90th St. & 5th Ave. After our Saturday 11/14 walk a bunch of us are going to the free Designing Women Market event at the New York Historical on Central Park West and 77th St to visit with/shop our very own Cindi Samaha, who will be a featured vendor: Event: https://www.nyhistory.org/programs/designing-women-market4?date=2026-11-14 Cindi: https://shop.nyhistory.org/pages/cindi-samaha-jewelry If you spend $25 at the market you get a two for one ticket to the NY Historical's galleries (senior $19, adult $24). We’re the NYC Chapter of Ever Walk – an international movement to encourage people to walk together to enhance physical and mental health. Founded by one of the greatest women athletes of our time, Diana Nyad, and her coach and friend, Bonnie Stoll. Diana swam from Cuba to Florida in shark infested waters without a shark cage - check the movie NYAD on Netflix if you want to be inspired! **The Basics** * **DISTANCE:** 3'ish miles round trip. * **START:** Meet at 9:55am and leave right after instructions and announcements. We really do! Then at 12noon we depart again for the NY Historical. * **DURATION:** About 90 minutes - 2 hours fir Davis Center. Then as much as you want for the NY Historical. * **PACE:** 23 minute mile conversational pace. If you can walk a city block in about a minute and a half, that’s our pace. * **PATHS:** Mainly on a mixture of dirt and asphalt paths with small rolling hills, and sometimes wooded trails and steps. * **MEETUP SPOT:** Start and finish in the same Central Park location every week on the Bridle Path (dirt path) - enter the park from 90th St. & 5th Ave. and cross the road with runners and cyclists. Look for 30-50 smiling faces in front of the John Purroy Mitchel Monument on the stone wall below the reservoir. * **WEATHER:** We walk rain or shine! * **BATHROOMS:** On your own. No stops. * **RELEASE:** If you participate in a walk you are responsible for yourself and agree not to hold the *EverWalk* organization, its leaders or members liable in any way for any injuries or damage which may occur as a result of your participation. **The Vibe** * **FRIENDLY: All are welcome! 🏳️‍🌈** * **FUN:** Every walk is an adventure. We acknowledge special park events, celebrate national awareness days when we can and explore different parts of the park. * **DOGS:** On leash dogs that are dog and people friendly are welcome to join. * **SOCIAL:** We take pics and make reels and post on social media. **Walk Announcements:** Find us on Meetup, Facebook, Next Door, Patch News Events (Central Park and the Upper East Side), The West Side Rag, Instagram, and TikTok. **Links:** **Merch:** https://shop.everwalk.com/collections/print-on-demand-products?page=2 **Can't wait to walk with you!** **Ann Marie**

NYU/East Village Food Crawl (Mongolian + NE Chinese + South Indian + Ukrainian)

Little Island Social Walk (50 & Over)

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT**: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/little-island-social-walk-50s-over-tickets-1998132908317](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/little-island-social-walk-50s-over-tickets-1998132908317) *(\*Limited # save $5 by using discount code "5" at checkout. This is a prepay event and only way to attend is to get ticket in advance at link above).* This is the perfect opportunity to go out and meet others your age while also getting some exercise and seeing the beautiful park. Our 50 & Over Social Walks are an extremely popular way to make new friends and meet others in a safe and unique setting. This event is very casual and non-awkward + our host will help to make introductions. Little Island provides a one-of-a-kind relationship between nature and art—a break from urban life and a connection to spontaneity and joy. It's become NYC's newest and hottest attraction! We'll make several stops along the park so that people can take pictures and admire the beautiful views. We'll circle the island a couple of times and then afterwards, we'll continue the walk along the Hudson River. During the walk, you will randomly be paired with others in the beginning then rotate at designated times so that you get to meet everyone participating. Afterwards, you're welcome to hang out and exchange contact info with others. FAQs: **Where to meet?** Exact meeting location with host contact info will be sent to all paid attendees day of the event. **How many will attend?** We are limiting the # of attendees so that there's enough room for everyone to feel comfortable. **What if rains?** We will email attendees a new date. **Can I come alone?** Yes, about 90% come on their own. **Ages?** 50s & Over. Gender balance is not guaranteed but we usually get a good mix. **How much?** $15-$25 depending upon when you get ticket and spots left. For more fun events follow: **[https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283)**

Clove Lake Walk

Costa Rica Eco Adventure Trip

Book tickets here [https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/abtravel/items/751344/calendar/?flow=350761&full-items=yes](https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/abtravel/items/751344/calendar/?flow=350761&full-items=yes) Deposit of $400 due on September 28, 2026 Zip through the clouds, walk in the jungles, tube the rivers and sun on the beach on this Costa Rica singles adventure. Your local tour leader/guide will share their knowledge and love of Costa Rica and are there to help ensure your vacation becomes an amazing memory. Enjoy the perfect mix of activities and leisure time on this wonderful vacation Day 1 - San Jose Arrive in San Jose After you clear immigration, a tour guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. Meet fellow travelers and tour guide at the Welcome Dinner Note: Dinner is not included in the price Day 2 - San Jose to Tortuguero Today we depart to Tortuguero National Park on the Atlantic Coast, crossing Costa Rica from west to east, descending into the lowlands of the Caribbean coast. Our drive takes us towards the delightful North Caribbean. Admire the rainforest of Costa Rica and the beautiful Rio Sucio as we cross the majestic Braulio Carrillo National Park. We continue until Guápiles where we will stop to enjoy breakfast In Caño Blanco we board a river boat where our exciting tour really begins. During the two hour trip, we will observe various animals and vegetation. We arrive in time for lunch at the lodge. Spend the afternoon at the pool, kayaking or exploring the hotel. Day 3 - Tortuguero After breakfast our group will explore by boat the National Park of Tortuguero which shelters a fabulous array of wildlife. There are unusually large populations of monkeys, amphibians, birds, including the great green macaw, fish and three species of marine turtles. Resident fauna include the tapir, ocelot, jaguars, collared peccaries, river otters, sloth, grisons, frogs, toucans, and the fascinating bulldog bats which feed on fish. The wide-open canals make viewing easy for spotting crocodiles, giant iguanas, and basilisk lizards basking atop the branches, swallow-tailed hawks and vultures swooping over the treetops, and caimans on the fallen raffia palm branches at the side of the river. After lunch at the lodge, we head to the Tortuguero town and the Caribbean Conservation Center. The town of Tortuguero is a fairly basic style. There are no cars in the island town of Tortuguero but there are a few shops and restaurants. Be sure to walk the little foot paths to Tortuguero beach, the most important meeting site of the endangered green turtle in the Western Hemisphere. At night, we can take an optional taxi boat into town to dance or sing karaoke with locals. Day 4 - Tortuguero to Arenal Eat an early breakfast before we board the boats back to Caño Blanco port where our private transfer takes us to the Arenal Area. After lunch at the El Ceibo restaurant, we continue to La Fortuna and get our first full view of the majestic Arenal Volcano. It is the only volcano in Costa Rica constantly active since it woke up after 400 years with the big 1968 eruption producing huge ash columns, explosions & glowing red lava almost every day. It is considered one of the ten most active volcanoes in the world. Day 5 - Arenal Eat an early breakfast before we board the boats back to Caño Blanco port where our private transfer takes us to the Arenal Area. After lunch at the El Ceibo restaurant, we continue to La Fortuna and get our first full view of the majestic Arenal Volcano. It is the only volcano in Costa Rica constantly active since it woke up after 400 years with the big 1968 eruption producing huge ash columns, explosions & glowing red lava almost every day. It is considered one of the ten most active volcanoes in the world. Now, it is time to sit our buts and float. Our tubing course is about 500 meters long and you can choose to run just the tower section which is about 180 meters and maintains total visibility to our open viewing area to make your feel more comfortable. After a long soak in the hot mineral springs at The Springs. Take time to relax in the thermal hot springs and naturally heated jacuzzis. You will feel the rumblings of the volcano. After a long day soak in the hot mineral springs at Ecotermales. Take time out to relax in the thermal Hot Springs and naturally heated Jacuzzis, so close that you will feel the rumblings of the volcano. Then enjoy dinner at Ecotermales. Day 6 - Arenal - Monteverde After breakfast we board our pontoon boat for a 40 minute ride to Río Chiquito, a little town on the other side of the lake from Arenal. Once there we have a short break before a 1.5 hour ride to our hotel in Monteverde. The Monteverde Cloud Rain Forest is known for its conservation efforts and lifestyle centered on nature. There are more than 100 species of mammals, including five species of cats, more than 400 species of birds, tens of thousands of insects and 1,500 species of plants. The afternoon it is time for ziplining through the canopy of trees. Sky Trek is a system of trails, suspension bridges, and zip lines that offer visitors the opportunity to observe, view and appreciate tropical vegetation from different vantage points above the canopy. Two suspended bridges in, and above the canopy, one 265 feet long, and one 60 meters. There are three platforms above the canopy, connected by zip lines, a canopy observation tower 72' high and 10 cables system with the longest 1,400 feet. Day 7 - Monteverde - Manuel Antonio Before we depart Monteverde we will hike in the reserve for a few hours. Elevation ranges from 600 meters above sea level to 1800 meters on isolated peaks. Trails are in excellent condition with railings on the steps and in some cases slices of tree trunks creating a lily pond like path to keep people from walking through mud. Then we transfer from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio where we check into our full-service hotel, The Parador Resort and Spa. It's time for swimming or pool side sunning and we have three options, all overlooking the gleaming turquoise Pacific: choose from the beautiful centrally-located infinity pool with swim-up bar and terrace restaurant, our secluded adult-only pool, or the infinity pool with waterfall and Jacuzzi. Day 8 - Manuel Antonio Sleep late or see how many different kinds of flora and fauna you can spot in a 2 ½ hour morning nature walk. Learn about the history of the Quepoa Indians and Costa Rica’s past in regard to the Manuel Antonio area, and come back with ideas as to how to help preserve this priceless. At the end of the walk savour some local fresh fruits and refreshments. Enjoy the remainder of the day on the white sand beaches that stretch for miles along the coastline from Manuel Antonio Park, providing numerous options for surfing, sunning, kayaking and parasailing. The free shuttle service will transport you to the stunning beaches of Manuel Antonio, a quick ten minute ride away. Tonight our group will get check out the local night life. Day 9 - Manuel Antonio - San Jose After breakfast, free time to enjoy the hotel and the beach before we transfer back to San José. The hotel sits atop Punta Quepos promontory, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and surrounded by 12 acres of wildlife-rich tropical rainforest. The property´s grounds are home to many species of monkeys, sloths and a variety of birds, such as macaws, falcons, toucans and more. Tonight enjoy our farewell dinner at a local Costa Rican restaurant. Day 10 - San Jose Breakfast at leisure Departure for airport The land tour includes the following Nine nights hotel accommodations Breakfast daily Five Lunches Four Dinners Private transportation English speaking tour guide Roundtrip airport transfers All taxes and surcharges What is not included in the price International airfare Optional pre and post hotel stay

Battle of Fort Washington 250th Anniversary March

[Please register for FREE to attend.](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/battle-of-fort-washington-250th-anniversary-march-tickets-1984846891483) Explore the northern stretches of Manhattan and witness the last major battle before the crossing of the Delaware. **Start:** Mitchel Square, Broadway and 168th, NYC **Finish:** Fort Tryon Park **Distance:** 7mii **Where to find us:** Near subway exit **Terrain:** paved **Transit:** 1 or A subway to 168th St **Return:** 1 or A subway from Dyckman St **Difficulty:** Beginner **Category:** nature, history, urban **Coordinator:** Charles Updike Join us on an exploration of the historic locations connected to the Battle of Fort Washington, as we tell the story of how the battle unfolded and its historic context, before attending the battle reenactment and other public events in Fort Tryon Park. We expect to arrive in the park by 1pm in time for the reenactment. Events will continue there until 4pm. **Highlights:** * **Highbridge Park** * **Fort Tryon Park** * **Hudson River Greenway** * **Morris House** * **Bennett Park** **Partners:** The [East Coast Greenway Alliance](https://greenway.org "https://greenway.org") is a non-profit organization developing a public multi-use 3,000 mile trail from Canada to Key West through New Jersey and New York. Donations and memberships help make this dream trail a reality. **More about FreeWalkers:** [Our calendar of walks and hikes](https://freewalkers.org "https://freewalkers.org") \| [About FreeWalkers](https://freewalkers.org/history "https://freewalkers.org/history") \| [Walker stories](https://freewalkers.org/stories "https://freewalkers.org/stories") \| [Walking tips](https://freewalkers.org/qatips "https://freewalkers.org/qatips") [New Jersey walks](https://freewalkers.org "https://freewalkers.org") \| [Pennsylvania walks](https://freewalkers.org "https://freewalkers.org") \| [New York City walks](https://freewalkers.org "https://freewalkers.org") -

Hike Off Some Pie: Thanksgiving Gobble, Gobble 2026

Gobble, Gobble of 2026!! We will hike for 5-6 miles from the dog park to the Orange Reservoir and back. **Please be sure to register here on [Eventbrite.](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hike-off-some-pie-thanksgiving-gobble-gobble-2026-tickets-2003128660747?aff=oddtdtcreator)**