Our First Meetup: Hike for Chocolate

Welcome to our brand new group!

For our very first Meetup, let’s head north to experience the beauty of the Hudson Valley with a LEISURELY wintry hike at Dennings Point along the shores of the Hudson River with connecting trails to Klara Sauer trail and Madame Brett Park where you'll find a raging waterfalls that you can explore.

Après hike, for those interested, there's this AHMAZZING chocolate shop on Main Street in Beacon. You have not lived until you've had this chocolate melt in your mouth 😆 We'll also have dinner in town before we head home with a box of chocolate in tow 😊 both chocolate and dinner are OPTIONAL

ABOUT DENNINGS POINT: Dennings Point is located along a peninsula that juts out into the middle of an incredibly beautiful part of the Hudson Valley. Not only is Dennings Point stunningly beautiful, but it’s also home to several abandoned buildings, great hiking trails, popular fishing spots, and even some pretty amazing history. Read more about Dennings Point -------> HERE

ABOUT THE KLARA SAUER TRAIL: The Klara Sauer Trail, also known as the Riverfront Trail is a 5.3 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Beacon, New York. It features a waterfall and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until November. There are several points where you can enjoy a short trail to the Hudson River. This trail gives access to some old abandoned buildings near its end and access to the Dennings Point Trail.

ABOUT MADAME BRETT PARK: Madam Brett Park houses the beautiful Tioronda Falls and offers a short trail along the Fishkill Creek leading to the Fishkill Marsh. This is yet another former industrial site in Beacon that has been transformed into a beautiful area to connect with nature. It is amazing to observe the history of Beacon by just following the Fishkill Creek! Read more about the Park -----> HERE and HERE

GETTING THERE: 8;59am Metro-North out of Grand Central Terminal to Beacon.

AGENDA: The trailhead starts a short walk from the Beacon train station.

PACE: Hiking pace will be LEISURELY AND NO ONE WILL BE LEFT BEHIND. During hike, there'll be 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 FAST HIKERS PLEASE!!

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 sunscreen, bug spray, head cover
• Sense of adventure and a positive attitude are a must. A smile also goes a long way. Please leave the drama and crankiness at home.

DURATION: We will be out for the entire day

WEATHER: Rain, snow cancels

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