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Welcome to our new group! For our first Meetup let's get up, get outside for a fun-filled day of breathing in fresh mountain air, fitness and camaraderie with friends old and new, reachable on Metro-North to GARRISON STATION out of Grand Central Terminal.

HIKE OVERVIEW: We will hike the Arden Point-Glenclyffe trails. This hike passes several panoramic viewpoints over the Hudson River including views of the Garrison Institute, West Point Military Academy and Bear Mountain and ... For the trivia and history buffs and/or future Jeopardy! contestant ... one trail we'll be on is rumored to be a historic road used by Benedict Arnold to escape after his treason was discovered during the Revolutionary War!

GETTING THERE: 8:57AM Metro-North to Garrison station

AGENDA: Once we arrive at Garrison station by 10:10AM, the trailhead is right by the train station's parking lot.

Exact trail we'll hike TBD.

TOTAL MILEAGE: 6-8 miles, maybe more, maybe less, who can tell for sure? There are no early outs for this hike!

INTENSITY: Moderate.

PACE: Hiking pace will be LEISURELY AND NO ONE WILL BE LEFT BEHIND. Throughout day, we'll have lunch, water and snack breaks as needed; as well as taking time to savor the sights and sounds of nature, take photos, hug some trees, and most importantly, socialize with your fellow hikers. NO SPEED DEMONS!!!!

THE IMPORTANT STUFF:

  • Dress in non-cotton layers.
  • Wear appropriate shoes suitable for hiking -
  • Bring at least 3 liters of liquid to stay hydrated.
  • Bring lunch and snacks for yourself.
  • Bring a sense of adventure and a positive attitude. A smile also goes a long way. Please leave the drama and crankiness at home.

DURATION: This is an all-day hike.

WEATHER: Rain or extreme heat and humidity will cancel.

LIABILITY WAIVER: come prepared. Participate at your own risks. Hold no one liable etc. etc.

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