Guided Trips

9-10 miles, moderate-to-strenuous terrain, moderate pace. This hike has several steep ups and downs and will be done at a steady pace. There are multiple views throughout the hike. Starting at the Otterkill Road parking area, we will begin on the Trestle Trail. We'll take that to the Western Ridge Trail, continue to the Barton, and then to the Ridge-to-Ridge trail. From there, we will do a steep scramble up to the Jessup, where we will enjoy views and lunch at the Megaliths. Afterwards, we will return to the Jessup trail, continue to the Sweet Clover, and take the Otterkill Trail back to the cars. Prior experience with scrambling is required.To register for this outing, contact the leader (Alice Benash) at ajrb3@verizon.net.

5 miles, easy terrain, moderate pace. Where better to be than in Sleepy Hollow in the month of October as Halloween approaches? If you like cool graffiti this is the walk for you. A few ups and downs, the better to maybe see some witches, ghosts and goblins. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 59).To register for this outing, contact the leader (Cynthia Moro) at Cynlyn24@gmail.com.

5 miles, moderate-to-strenuous terrain, leisurely-tomoderate pace. Come and spend a day in the Hudson Highlands enjoying spectacular Hudson River views and hopefully seeing the leaves in their autumn splendor. We'll be climbing on Storm King Mountain all morning. After lunch, there will be many more ups and downs until we get to Butter Hill. The remainder of the day will be mostly downhill.Meet at Esty & Hellie Stowell trailhead, 42 Bayview Avenue, Cornwall Landing, NY.To register for this outing, contact the leader (Judy Kossover) at woodtuxduo@aol.com.

5-6 miles, moderate terrain, leisurely pace. Our last hike on the Nearby Connecticut Imaginary Trail (NCIT) took us from the Saugatuck Trail to the southern portion of Easton's Trout Brook Preserve, and today we'll return to explore the trails on the northern side of Trout Brook and the adjacent Jump Hill Preserves. Unlike most of the other NCIT hikes, which are linear, our route will be a circular one, through woodlands and along a ridge past some interesting rock formations. There will be an optional stop at the Aspetuck Apple Barn (featuring great pies, jams and other goodies) on the way home after the hike.To register for this outing, contact the leader (Eileen West) at eileenw1000@gmail.com.

6.35 miles, moderate terrain, moderate pace. In 2017–2019, the leader led the 27 hikes described in the book Circuit Hikes in Harriman by Don Wiese. The book also includes descriptions for eight other outings in Harriman under the heading "Trail Runs, Walks, Ski Loops, and Mountain Bike Rides." These are easier than the first 27, but still involve elevation gain as it is Harriman! This lollipop-loop hike has 935' elevation gain. It starts from the Elk Pen and circles scenic Lake Stahahe. There will be some rough patches that are not on blazed trails and some sections on paved roads. We will also pass by several summer camps. Participation on this hike is limited to 12 people.To register for this outing, contact the leader (Kathie Laug) at kfriedmanlaug@optonline.net.

3-5 miles, easy terrain, leisurely-to-moderate pace. We will do Lucy's loop and cross the field to explore a few more trails. Please bring lunch and water. Meet the leader at 10 a.m. in the large parking lot for the North County Trailway on Route 117. If you are heading west, the lot is on your left between Routes 9A and 448. Rain will cancel the hike.To register for this outing, contact the leader (Sue Soni) at surekhasoni1968@gmail.com.

8.75 miles, moderate-to-strenuous terrain, moderate-to-brisk pace. This hike, with 1950' elevation change, leaves from the U-bend on Route 106. We will use the White Bar, Triangle, Victory, Ramapo-Dunderberg (RD) and Nurain trails, along with some woods roads to enjoy the late fall foliage at Tom Jones, Car Pond, and Parker Cabin mountains and Stahahe High Peak. We will also take in the peace of Lake Skenonto, explore some old camp buildings, and search for the elusive Hemlock Hill petroglyph. Weather may cancel or change the route. This hike is limited to 12 people.To register for this outing, contact the leader (Lauren Linkowski) at llinkowski@gmail.com.

5 miles, easy-to-moderate terrain, moderate pace. Come out on this fall day and enjoy a hike at Teatown. The hike combines several trails and includes a stop at a scenic waterfall. Bring lunch, snacks, and plenty of water. Rain cancels. Please register by Friday, October 25. Qualifies for the Westchester 100 (No. 62).To register for this outing, contact the leader (Elspeth Kramer) at elspethjkramer@gmail.com or call (347) 262-4802.