Previous February Schedule

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Previous March Schedule

Sun., Mar. 2. Westchester Hudson Shore Walk 2B8(W).

Ossining to Croton Point & back. We try to hike as close to the shore as possible. We begin in historic Ossining, hike the OCA & Rt. 9 bike path to Croton Point Park, then to the Croton Nature Center, a recently re-opened beach & other points of interest in this 500 acre peninsula park. Snow or ice may limit route or cancel. Transportation Code. 5, BUT take 10:20 to Ossining. Drivers meet/park in Ossining at 11:10. Return is from Croton by rail. L Hal Kaplan 914-376-3156. Hike mssg. begins Sat. a.m.

Sat., Mar. 8. Ramapo Valley Reservation Loop 2C7(W).

Newcomers especially welcome as we hike on forested trails to Bear Swamp Lake and Ilgenstein Rock for lunch and views. Downhill return. Bad weather cancels. Transportation Code 9A., or 1A, BUT take 9:10 bus, arr. 10. L George O'Lear 914-631-8441.

Sun., Mar. 16. Rockwood Hall 1B4(W).

A leisurely stroll through this rolling section of the Rockefeller State Park Preserve with its sweeping views of the Hudson and old stately trees, then continuing on the Old Croton Aqueduct to Scarborough, where we will end up in time for the 3:06 train back to the city. Lunch in Phelps cafeteria; bring your own or buy it there. Call or, preferably, email me beforehand to be sure that the walk is on. No pets; no children; no smoking. Transportation Code. 5, BUT take the 10:20 train to Philipse Manor, arr. 11:12. This train may also be boarded 10:40 at the Marble Hill sta. one block from the 225 St. stop on the #1 subway line. Sit in the first or second open car of the train. Buy round-trip ticket to Scarborough (same fare as to Philipse Manor). L Bob Susser 212-666-4371 .

Sun., Mar. 16. Traditional Palm Sun. Hike 2B6(W).

A pleasant hike over hills and dales followed by a visit to St. John's in the Wilderness Church (Anglican) in southern Harriman where will participate in the traditional Hiker's Palm Sun. Service. After the service the parishioners of St. John's graciously provide refreshments in the "Old Barn". Transportation Code 9B. OR 1B, BUT take 9:10 bus, arr. 10:07. Ls Gari and Lori Ledyard 914-946-2858.

Sat., Mar. 22. Walk to Newark 2A6(W).

Cross Hackensack and Passaic Rivers walking from Journal Sq. Lunch in Newark. Optional return by different route thru Harrison. Rain cancels. Transportation Code. meet 9 a.m. at 33rd. St. PATH Sta. L Minor Bishop 212-686-5095.

Sat., Mar. 29. Art in Long Island City 1A4(W).

Meet at the benches at the CitiBank Bldg. Plaza at 10:30 a.m. From there we'll check out graffiti art, views of Manhattan, and several neighborhood galleries. Bring lunch. Transportation Code. E, V subway to 23 St./Ely Ave. or #7 train to 45 Rd./Court House Sq. or G to Court House Sq. The CitiBank Bldg. is located at One Court Sq. (on Jackson and 45 Aves.) in L .I. C . and looms large over all the other buildings—you can see it from everywhere. L Rita Cohen 908-687-9147 .

Sat., Mar. 29. Expanded Sterling Lake loop 2C8(W).

From Visitor's Center via Sterling Lake, Sterling Valley, Pine Meadow, Lakeville, Fire Tower and Fire Tower Connector trails. Heavy or steady rain cancels. Transportation Code 1D., but if you wish to carpool from NYC, contact L by 3/27. L Richard Barr 212-877-2694 or .

Sun., Mar. 30. Rockefeller Preserve 3B6(W).

Moderately strenuous pace, historic carriage roads, gentle rolling hills, beautiful vistas. Hiking boots a must. Parking fee $6. Transportation Code. 5, BUT buy ticket to Tarrytown, arr. 9:29. Hike starts at 10 a.m. L Jo-Ann Gisolfi 914-478-1248.

Previous April Schedule

Sat., Apr. 5. Mt. Taurus 2D6(W).

A long uphill, but rewarded with spectacular views of the Hudson Valley. Call or, preferably, email me beforehand to be sure hike is on, and if you need or can offer a ride from NYC. Out around 4, but plan to hang around for a while afterwards for some refreshment at the Depot Cafe. No children; no pets; no smoking. Transportation Code 5D., BUT take 9:51 train to Cold Spring, arr. 11:09. This train may also be boarded 10:10 at the Marble Hill sta. (a block from the 225 St. subway stop on the #1 train). Sit in the 1st or 2nd open car of the train. L Bob Susser 212-666-4371 .

Sun., Apr. 6. Brooklyn Walk 2A4(W).

Good for the body and soul. From Bed-Stuy. to Brooklyn Heights, we pass by lovely brownstones, the oldest Magnolia tree in NY, Junior's Restaurant, the Fulton St. Mall, and Montaque St. where we stop to have brunch (body). Then on to the Brooklyn Tabernacle for a 3:30 p.m. Gospel service (soul). Feel free to leave at any time. Transportation Code. take the J train to Gates Ave. and walk one block (behind you) to McDonalds. Meet at 11 a.m. L Lauri Hewie 718-455-3050. NCA 10 p.m. Msg. on mach. the day before.

Sun., Apr. 6. Garrison-Arden Point & Sugar Loaf South 2B7(W).

We use the Blue trail which eliminates the road walking to Sugar Loaf South. A short lunch at the view point, then back to Arden Point with its Hudson River views for a second short lunch. Afterward, a quick tour of Garrison Landing if there is time before train arrives. Inclement weather cancels. Transportation Code. 5, BUT take 10:55 train. Drivers park/meet at commuter lot at noon. L Hal Kaplan 914-376-3156. Hike Message on ans. mach. begin. Sat. a.m.

Sat., Apr. 12. Garrison 2C7(W).

Woods roads and trails. Newcomers especially welcome on this one as we do a fairly long uphill at the start, downhill at the end, but otherwise mostly gently rolling hills with no scrambling. Call or, preferably, email me beforehand to be sure that the hike is on, and if you need or can offer a ride from NYC. Out around 4. No children; no pets; no smoking.Transportation Code 5C., BUT take the 9:51 train, arr. Garrison 11:05. This train may also be boarded 10:10 at the Marble Hill sta. (a short distance from the 225 St. stop of the #1 subway). Sit in the 1st or 2nd open car of the train. Out around 4. L Bob Susser 212-666-4371 .

Sun., Apr. 13. Kingston to Princeton 2B8(W).

Level walk along Raritan Canal towpath, explore Revolutionary War battlefield & Princeton Institute Woods (may be muddy). Bring lunch, water, wear sturdy footgear. Heavy rain cancels. Call 7-8 a.m. morning of hike to be sure hike is on. Drivers call L for directions. Transportation Code. 9 a.m. Suburban Lines bus (Coach USA) from PABT, south bldg., to Kingston (NJ), arr. 10:20. L Dorothy Lourdou 212-685-6443.

Sat., Apr. 19. Fahnestock 2C8(W).

Various trails through woods and high-level meadows with alpine-like vistas. Out around 5. Call or, preferably, email me beforehand to be sure that the hike is on and if you need or can offer a ride from NYC. Out around 5, but plan to hang around for a while afterwards for some refreshment at the Depot Cafe. No children; no pets; no smoking. Transportation Code 5D., BUT take 9:51 train, arr. Cold Spring 11:09. This train may also be boarded 10:10 at the Marble Hill sta. (a block from the 225 St. subway stop on the #1 train). Sit in the 1st or 2nd open car of the train. L Bob Susser 212-666-4371 .

Sat., Apr. 19. South Mtn Reservation, NJ Hike 3C8(W).

A Circ. hike along the Watchung Mtns, the Rahway River, and past several small reservoirs. Monning rain cancels. Hiking boots required. Transportation Code. take 9:11 a.m. NJ Transit Morris & Essex Line Gladstone Branch train from Penn Sta., arr. Millburn 9:52. Drivers meet at the north-side parking lot of the sta. L Mason Logie 718-273-1813 AL Cassandra Jasicob 718-726-7789 NCA 10 p.m.

Sat., Apr. 26. Riverdale-Fieldstone Architectural 1A5(W).

Brisk 5 miles from Ft. Tryon Park in upper Manhattan to Fieldstone and Riverdale in the Bronx. Lunch at Wave Hill. Rain cancels. Transportation Code. take A train to 190 St., elevator to Ft. Washington Ave. Meet 10 a.m. at Margaret Corbin Circle entrance to Ft. Tryon Park. L Minor Bishop 212-686-5095.

Sat., Apr. 26. Noguchi Museum & Socrates Park 2A4(W).

Isamu Noguchi sculpted in stone, metal, wood, and clay and created gardens, dance sets, and Akari Light Sculptures. His museum is housed within a converted factory building and encircles a garden containing major granite and basalt sculptures. We'll walk across Roosevelt Island into Long Island City. Lunch at Socrates Park, formerly an abandoned landfill and now an open studio for large-scale sculpture. Museum adm. $10; bring lunch. Transportation Code. take the F train to Roosevelt Island, meet in front of the sta. at 10:30 a.m. L Rita Cohen 908-687-9147 or .

Sun., Apr. 27. Rockefeller Preserve 3B6(W).

Moderately strenuous pace, historic carriage roads, gentle rolling hills, beautiful vistas. Hiking boots a must. Parking fee $6. Transportation Code. 5, BUT buy ticket to Tarrytown, arr. 9:29. Hike starts at 10 a.m. L Jo-Ann Gisolfi 914-478-1248.

Sun., Apr. 27. A History Trek thru Central Harriman Park 3C8(W).

A scenic hike to explore the central part of Harriman including two lakes and some beaver lodges. We'll see some historical landmarks, talk about the history of the area, see an abandoned cemetery, and visit some CCC ruins. It's likely we'll take the easy way to the top of Diamond Mtn. Rain Cancels. Transportation Code 9B., OR 1B, BUT take later bus, arr. 10:07. L Tom Parliament 845-634-4116 .