H I K E   S C H E D U L E

April - May, 2012

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APRIL 22 LAST CALL FOR SPRING BRUNCH RESERVATIONS
For information call Rose Marie at 324-6867
 
WED APR 25 10:00 AM LOST BOULDER (3+ miles)
This scenic hike has spectacular views including the famous “Lost Boulder” on a 3-4 mile loop. Meet at the Montauk Recycling Center on the north side of Rt. 27 about 2 miles west of downtown Montauk.
Leader: Ed Porco (631) 668-2947
 
SAT APR 28 10:00 AM BARCELONA NECK- DUAL DISTANCE HIKE (6 miles)
This trail, originally opened by the DEC in 1992, passes through white pine and hardwood forests, past a tupelo swamp and along the 80 foot bluffs which boast panoramic views of Shelter Island, Orient Point and Gardiner’s Bay. Some beach walking. Meet on Swamp Road at the intersection of Edwards Hole Road, approximately 1/2 mile north of Rt. 114.
Leader: Richard Poveromo (631) 283-4591 or day of hike (917) 584-7280
 
SAT APR 28 10:05 AM BARCELONA NECK- DUAL DISTANCE HIKE VERSION #2 (3.5 miles)
We will circle Barcelona Neck, using old Trustee roads, dating back to the 1700’s. High bluffs offer wonderful views of Shelter Island, Northwest Harbor, Cedar Point Lighthouse and the Grace Estate. Some beach walking is possible. Meet at the Sag Harbor Golf Course clubhouse, east of Route 114 between Swamp Road and the Sag Harbor Village boundary.
Leader: Carol Andrews (631) 725-3367
 
SAT APR 28 10:00 AM ARTISTS' STUDIO BIKE RIDE (20 miles)
Visit studios of well known and respected artists in Northwest and then return to our home for tea and muffins and bicycle discussion. Meeting place: End of Alewive Brook Road at Northwest Harbor. Your bike must be in good working order. Helmets are required.
Leaders: Lois Peltz and Jerry Brown (631) 329-9414; day of hike (917) 747-0885
 
WED May 02 10:00 AM PAUMANOK PATH TO CORNERGATE (4.5 miles)
We will hike a very pretty, newly cut path from the south end of Lake Montauk, through stands of shadbush, possibly now in full bloom to arrive at Cornergate Hill, from which sweeping views encompass Block Island Sound, Oyster Pond and the Montauk Lighthouse. Meet at the parking lot on South Lake Drive, off Rte 27 about 2 miles east of Montauk Village.
Leader: Carol Andrews (631) 725-3367
 
WED MAY 02 10:00 AM ACCABONAC HARBOR KAYAK PADDLE
Join this leisurely exploration of Springs inlet whose Native American name was applied as early as 1651. Approximately 2 hours. BYO boat or call Mike Bottini for a delivered rental (631) 267-5228. Life vests are required! Meet at the end of Landing Lane off Old Stone Highway.
Leader: Mike Bottini: (631) 267-5228 or Mike@peconic.org
 
SAT MAY 05 10:00 AM WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE (3.3 miles)
Views of water -- near and distant, of seawater and fresh -- abound on this vigorous hike in Hither Hills. We’ll visit pristine Napeague Bay, as well as idyllic Fresh Pond. Meet at the Hither Hills West Overlook on Rte 27, about 1 mile east of the Old Montauk Highway fork.
Leader: Jim Zajac (631) 324-2425 or (212) 769-4311
 
SAT MAY 05 10:00 AM PAUMANOK PATH SPRING SERIES #2 (9 miles)
The second in a series of six hikes covering the Paumanok Path in East Hampton during 2012. This hike will feature the Northwest Woods section of the Paumanok Path, including the White Pine Forest and Grace Estate. A moderate pace. Bring liquids and food. Meet at the intersection of Springy Banks Road and Soak Hides Road in East Hampton (carpool necessary).
Leader: Rick Whalen (631) 267-6608 OR (631) 275-8539
 
WED MAY 09 10:00 AM RIGHT OF WAY TRAIL (4 miles)
Thanks to the newly rerouted section east of East Lake Drive, we will now be able to traverse the entire 4 mile trail without having to negotiate swampy areas. Meet in the parking lot at Theodore Roosevelt County Park, off Montauk Highway about 3 miles east of central Montauk. (Watch for park sign on left.)
Leader: Eva Moore (631) 238-5134
 
SAT MAY 12 10:00 AM HITHER WOODS (6-7 miles)
Spectacular water views and lovely wooded areas are what we will see on today’s hike. Be prepared for some hilly areas including the Serpent Back Trail. Bring adequate food and water. Meet at Hither Hills West Overlook off Rte 27 about 1 mile east of the Old Montauk Hwy split. From there we will shuttle to the beginning of the hike on Napeague Harbor Road.
Leader: Judy Kossover (631) 267-6747
 
WED MAY 16 10:00 AM NAPEAGUE DUNES NATURE TRAIL (2 miles)
Walk a trail 3000 years in the making. Meet at the Napeague Dunes parking area on the south side of Montauk Highway, (Rt. 27), approximately 2 miles east of Cranberry Hole Road.
Leader: Richard Poveromo 631-283-4591 or day of hike 917-584-7280
 
SAT MAY 19 10:00 AM POETRY HIKE AT SAMMY'S BEACH (2.5 miles)
We will stop twice on this shore hike for poetry readings. BYOP (bring your own poem) written by you or someone else. Or just come along to enjoy the scene. Meet at the end of Sammys Beach Road (a right turn off Old House Landing Road) via Alewive Brook Road.
Leaders: Leeanne Domash and Laurie Adler: (631) 329-2617 or (917) 653-1463
 
SAT MAY 19 10:00 AM PAUMANOK PATH SERIES #3 (7 miles)
The third of six hikes covering the Paumanok Path in East Hampton during 2012. The highlight of this hike is Stony Hill and the Bell Estate woods. A moderate pace. Bring liquids and food. Meet at the parking area at the end of Fresh Pond Road in the Dennistown Bell Park area of Amagansett (carpool necessary).
Leader: Rick Whalen (631) 267-6608 or (631) 275-8539
 
SAT MAY 19 10:00 AM EAST HAMPTON HISTORIC BIKE RIDE (20 miles)
Meet at the East Hampton Library for a leisurely bike ride around the back roads of East Hampton. Along the way we will meet up with Richard Barons, Director of the East Hampton Historical Society, who will share some interesting, colorful stories of “Old East Hampton”. We will complete the bike ride at approximately 12:30 P.M. Bikes must be in good working order. Helmets are required!
Leaders: Lois Peltz and Jerry M. Brown (631) 329-9412 or day of ride (917) 747-0885
 
WED MAY 23 10:00 AM WATERFENCE (5 miles)
A vigorous hike through some beautiful landscape. Come join our leader on a walk in Hither Woods. We will follow the Serpent’s Back Trail to the Waterfence shoreline overlooking Napeague Bay. Meet at the Hither Hills West Overlook off Rt. 27, about 1 mile east of the Montauk Highway/Old Montauk Highway split.
Leader: Ed Porce (631) 668-2947
 
SAT MAY 26 10:00 AM MASHOMACK PRESERVE (9 miles)
Leave the mainland for this local island adventure. Explore the hardwood forests, restored meadows, tidal wetlands and pristine coastline of this 2100 acre Nature Conservancy Preserve. Bring liquids and snacks. Meet in the Mashomack Preserve parking lot, approximately 1 mile north of the South Ferry Terminal on Shelter Island.
Leader: Richard Poveromo (631) 283-4591 or day of hike (917) 584-7280
 
WED MAY 30 9:00 AM POINT WOODS (4.5 miles)
Hike trails lined with large beech, tupelo, American holly, oak and mountain laurel to the bluffs overlooking the Atlantic. We will pass Battery 113 in Camp Hero. There are a few steep areas and a couple of stream crossings; one or two stepping stones. It’s a beautiful hike in any season. Meet on Camp Hero Road, a right turn off Rte 27 in Montauk, about a mile east of Deep Hollow Ranch. Note the starting time.
Leader: Larry Raymond (631) 668-3432
 

The next meeting will be held on
Monday, May 7, 2012 at 7:30 PM

in Ashawagh Hall
780 Springs/Fireplace Rd. in Springs,
between Parson Place and Old Stone Highway.
All are welcome!






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