SHOREWALKERS CALENDAR

 

Explore your shores and wild waters.  See marshes, meadows, beaches, streams, ponds, oceans. Wear sturdy shoes; dress in layers.  Bring snacks, water, extra socks, and a hat.  Foul weather may cancel; if in doubt, call hike leader.  Walkers must be physically fit and waive all rights and claims for damages against Shorewalkers. All walks and expeditions are free to members, unless otherwise stated.  We ask guests for donations.

 

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Saturday, May 10, 2008 (Two Hikes)

(Hike 1) ROOSEVELT ISLAND Historical walking tour/photography tour.  Meet 9:45 AM for 10:00 AM start, at Tram Plaza at 59^th Street and 2^nd Avenue.  See entire island -- historical ruins, apartment complexes, commercial district. Many photo opportunities.  Lunch at local restaurant (or bring your own lunch).  About 8 miles round-trip, moderate pace, or take the island bus for $0.25 ($0.10 for seniors!).  Return via tram, or subway, or bridge to Queens and subway. Rain cancels; but rain date on Sunday, May 17, 2008.  Leader: Louis Kleinman. Please contact via email (louiskleinman@yahoo.com) or phone 646-232-4134 by Thursday evening if you plan to attend. Co-Leader: Tom McBreen, 516-812-0156 (home), 516-238-8073 (cell).

 

(Hike 2) JONES BEACH WALK Health walk on boardwalk and then beach walk to Roosevelt Nature Sanctuary, followed by visit to fishing pier to seek regal birds and perhaps seals.  Take the 9:12 AM train from Penn Station arriving Wantagh at 10:03 AM.  (Check schedule with Long Island Railroad.)  Drivers appreciated for shuttle to beach.  Rain cancels.  Call leader to confirm hike will take place. Leader: Frank Bamberger, 718-457-5159.

 

Sunday, May  11, 2008

NYACK-HAVERSTRAW ALONG THE BATT-TO-BEAR TRAIL AND HUDSON RIVER About 9 ½ miles along the Hudson Shore below Hook Mountain. Walk past mansions in upper Nyack by Broadway and then through Nyack State Park to Dutchtown and into changing Haverstraw. Catch 10:30 AM bus at GW Bridge bus terminal (178^th St & Broadway). Leader: Cy Adler and friends, 212-330-7686.

 

Monday, May  12, 2008

THREE BRIDGES AND LUNCH IN THE PARK Meet outside Thomas Jefferson Recreation Center at 1st Ave and 112th Street, at 10 AM.  (To get there, take the #6 IRT to 110 street and walk east to 1st Ave and up 2 blocks or take the M-15 bus to the Center.) Walk over 104th Street Footbridge to Ward’s and Randall’s Island. Then we’ll cross over to Astoria on the Triborough Bridge.  We’ll have a picnic in Astoria Park, so bring your lunch or pick up food at a local deli.  Then we will walk south through Queens to the59th Street Bridge, and back to Manhattan.  See Hell’s Gate Whirlpool, Hell’s Gate Bridge, and other interesting sights.  There are drop-off points along the way. Leader: Dan Abatelli, 212-249-7610.

 

Wednesday, May 14, 2008

SIXTH ANNUAL PARKS ADVOCACY DAY New Yorkers for Parks is sponsoring this opportunity for constituents to meet with their Council Members and inform them of local concerns as well as promote a citywide agenda for all our parks. 9 AM – 11 AM at the New York County Lawyers Association, 14 Vesey Street b/w Church and Broadway. Subway: Take all subways to City Hall Park.

 

Saturday, May 17, 2008

THE BRIDGES & WATERWAYS OF NEW YORK’S CENTRAL PARK This moderately paced adventure under, over, around and through many of the amazing architectural wonders of Central Park. We begin our journey at the southwest tip of Central Park South and zig-zag our way up the eastern half of Central Park  to The Harlem Meer at 110th St. Then we circle back along the western half of the park and finish at Sheep’s Meadow. Please bring water and lunch or snack for this fascinating 5-hour trek of approx. 8 miles.  MEET: 9 AM sharp at the Atrium entrance to the Time Warner Towers Complex at 59th St. & Columbus Circle. Rain or Shine! Take the A, D or 1 trains to 59th St.  Leader: Matthew Brozyna, 917-912-9533.

 

Sunday, May 18, 2008 (Two Hikes)

(Hike 1) HARRIMAN STATE PARK  A 12-mile hike/saunter on many forest-enclosed trails – some rock- strewn, along running brooks, others passing pristine, gemlike lakes.  We will encompass Lake Sabago, Dutch Doc, Lake Skenonto, and Claudius Smith Cave prior to a Tuxedo return.  Meet 8:00 A.M. at Port Authority Bus Station, South Wing at the white commuter statues.  We take the Short Line North Wing 8:30 A.M. bus O/W to Sloatsburg, NY (gate 312).  Total fares about $16 for seniors with blue coupons, and double for regular tickets.  Bring lunch and water. Leader: Marvin Malater, 718-376-3608.  Joint hike.  Call earlier for hike status.

 

 (Hike 2) SCENIC FIRE ISLAND TOUR -- PINES TO ATLANTIQUE AMC CAMP Visit the Pines, Cherry Grove, and Sunken Forest.  Lemonade provided at AMC camp.  Swimming and showers available.  Reduced camp fee, $5.  Take the 7:48 AM train from Penn Station to Sayville.  Drivers park at Bayshore Station and board 8:59 AM train to Sayville.  Meet at Sayville platform and take taxi and ferry to the Pines.  Return by ferry from Atlantique or Ocean Beach to Bayshore.  Rain cancels.  Call leader to confirm. Leader: Frank Bamberger, 718-457-5159.

 

BAYFEST 2008 Sheepshead Bay’s Festival, Music, fireworks, activities. 12 noon to 6pm. E 27^th St and Emmons Ave, BK, NY. www.bayimprovementgroup.org; 718-646-9206 

 

Saturday, May 24, 2008 (Two Hikes)

(Hike 1) THE JERSEY / HUDSON RIVER SAUNTER - PART 2   If you have been searching for a journey with spectacular views of the Big Apple, but  from a different perspective, make it a must to join us on this amazing 14+ mile medium-paced walk. First, we walk across the George Washington Bridge from Manhattan; then we will spiral south along The Palisades, The Cliffs and The Shores of New Jersey. Later we pass through Historic Hoboken, and finally end our adventure at the newly rebuilt pier near the tip of Jersey (Liberty) City, N.J. Please bring plenty of water, fresh fruit & nuts for energy, and/or lunch for this visually stunning, 7+ hour “mini-saunter.”  We return to Manhattan by PATH($1.50 fare). MEET: 9:15 AM at the Information Booth in the GW Bridge Port Authority Bus Terminal (178th St./Broadway). By Subway: Take the A Train to the 175th St. Station. *** Rain, snow & ice cancels! ***

Leader: Matthew Brozyna, 917-912-9533.

 

(Hike 2) Rockefeller Preserve   8 miles over the carriage roads amidst the woods and fields of the preserve.  We’ll lunch at Stone Barns (bring your own, or buy).  Meet 10:10 AM at Grand Central to catch the 10:20 train to Philipse Manor.  Fare $7.50 one way, less for seniors.  Joint hike.  Rain cancels. Leader: Bob Aronson, 212-255-6884. Calls before 10 PM.

 

 Sunday, May 25, 2008

Rockland Lake Circular Route: From North Nyack via Hook Mtn to and around Rockland Lake; return to Nyack via shore trail and North Broadway.  Pace:  Moderate to brisk.  Distance:  8-9 miles, 4-5 hours.  Bring lunch and beverage, no food until return to Nyack.  Wear firm walking shoes or light boots.  Meet at 42nd Street Port Authority Bus Terminal, Coach USA/Rockland Coaches ticket windows in rear of South Wing at 9 a.m.  Bus leaves 9:15 a.m. from platform 220 (you can also board at George Washington Bridge Bus Station at 9:40 a.m.)  Cost:  $7.80 OW ($6.75 from GW Bridge bus terminal).  Check your subway station day before hike for possible weekend service changes. Leader:  Ursula Hahn, 718-834-0477.  

 

Saturday, May 31, 2008 (Two Hikes)

(Hike 1) EAST VILLAGE Want a tattoo, a pierced nose or ear, or a chastity belt for the ladies? Want to see some real witches? If so, take this walk through the East Village.  Meet 1:00 PM at black cube at Cooper Union, 8th St. & Bowery (To get there, take R to 8th St., 6 to Astor Place, or A,B,C,D,E,F to W. 4th St. and walk east.)  Bring water. Moderate rain cancels. Leader: Matt Raship, 516-466-8673. 

 

(Hike 2) CROTON TO TEATOWN CIRCULAR  Pleasant woods walk from Croton-Harmon Station to Teatown Lake via Croton Aqueduct and Dam, return same way.  One steep up, one steep down.  About 10 miles at moderate pace.  Hiking boots advisable. Bring lunch & water.   Meet: 8:30 a.m. at  Grand Central Terminal to take 8:51 Metro North train to Croton-Harmon, arr. 9:41.Leader: Dorothy Lourdou, 212-685-6443.

 

Sunday, June 1, 2008

END OF THE LINE WALK (Part 4) In this series of walks we explore life at the end of the Subway lines.  In this walk we begin in Forest Hills and end in Ozone Park/Lefferts Blvd.  touching the R,M,F,E and ending at the A or 3 line.  The pace is steady about 10-12 miles.  Bring lunch.  Meet 9:30 Southwest Corner of Queens Blvd. & Continental Avenue.  Take E,F, V or R train to 71st/Continental.  Rain cancels. Leaders: Jack and Elizabeth, 718-478-2430.

 

Saturday, June 7, 2008

MANHATTAN ISLAND BRIDGE WALK Start at Brooklyn Bridge, end at George Washington Bridge. The entire walk will be 30+ miles including the 15 bridges with open walkways leading on/off of Manhattan Island.  We will be walking the whole way, no transit in between bridges.  We will, however, be passing by transit at many points, allowing for dropping off.  Bring plenty of water, lunch, and snacks.  Brisk pace.  Heavy rain cancels. MEET:  7:00 AM in the plaza just south of the Manhattan Municipal Building, the big rectangular building just north of the beginning of the walkway over the Brooklyn Bridge.  We will begin walking promptly at 7:15 AM.  Last, but certainly not least, there is NO restroom at the meeting site, and the first restroom along the route is near the third bridge.  Plan accordingly. Leaders: Ian Hochstead, ianhoch@hotmail.com; Maurice Teahan: mteahan@nyc.rr.com

 

Sunday, June 8, 2008

HARLEM RIVER RAMBLE Walk over several bridges and explore beautiful, developing, and often exotic Harlem River Valley parks and other sights. Meet 12 noon at 207^th St and 10^th Ave under the #1 El train, southeast corner. Leader: Cy Adler and friends, 212-330-7686

 

Evening: Party for hike leaders and volunteers. To be planned. Call Frank Bamberger at 718-457-5159 to assist. Call hotline for details.

 

Saturday, June 14, 2008 (Two Hikes)

(Hike 1) STROLLING ALONG THE HACKENSACK Bogota to New Milford along the Hackensack River through the park and university land, viewing  some early Dutch homes. Buy pizza lunch. Heavy rain cancels. MEET: 10:00AM take NJ Transit bus # 182 from George Washington Bus Terminal; meet at 10:20AM at McGraw Ave. and Queen Anne Road in Teaneck. Leader: Minor Bishop, 212-686-5095.

 

(Hike 2) THE UNION SQUARE SHUFFLE  Visit sites that offer FREE entertainment during the summer. We will travel east and cross through Tompkins Square Park. Then l walk south along the East River to the tip of Manhattan where we'll take a lunch detour on the Staten Island Ferry. Continue up the Hudson River to W. 14th St. and back to Union Square. MEET: 9:30am in front of Whole Foods Market on 14th St. at the southern end of Union Square Park. Bring water & lunch. Subways: N,R,Q,4,5,6 & L trains to 14th St./ Union Square. Heavy rain cancels! Leader: Z. Baez, E-mail: loves2walk@gmail.com

 

Sunday, June 15, 2008 (Two Hikes)

(Hike 1) HARRIMAN STATE PARK  An interesting 7-mile hike from Sloatsburg to Tuxedo.  A moderate pace on varied trails in rolling forested hills.  The P.M. Trail joins the Blue Disc ridge, for a climb of panoramic views.  Return is via Claudius Smith Rock and Cave, along the TMI to Tuxedo. Meet 8:00 A.M. at Port Authority Bus Station at the South Wing white commuter statues.  We take the Short Line North Wing 8:30 A.M. bus O/W to Sloatsburg, NY (gate 312).  Total fares about $16 for seniors with blue coupons, and double for regular tickets.  Bring lunch and water. Leader: Marvin Malater, (718) 376-3608.  Joint hike.  Call earlier for hike status.

 

(Hike 2) SCENIC FIRE ISLAND TOUR -- PINES TO ATLANTIQUE AMC CAMP Visit the Pines, Cherry Grove, and Sunken Forest.  Lemonade provided at AMC camp.  Swimming and showers available.  Reduced camp fee, $5.  Take the 7:48 AM train from Penn Station to Sayville.  Drivers park at Bayshore Station and board 8:59 AM train to Sayville.  Meet at Sayville platform and take taxi and ferry to the Pines.  Return by ferry from Atlantique or Ocean Beach to Bayshore.  Rain cancels.  Call leader to confirm. Leader: Frank Bamberger, 718-457-5159.

 

CLEARWATER FESTIVAL  GREAT HUDSON RIVER REVIVAL JUNE 21  & 22  SAT/SUN   10 AM  TO…  454-7673 x23 VOLCOORD [at] CLEARWATER.ORG Many of our Shorewalker members, including Pete Seeger, who has walked the Great Saunter and co-wrote the Shorewalker anthem, will be at the festival.

 

Saturday, June 21, 2008 (Two Hikes)

(Hike 1) OCEAN FRONT WALK AND MERMAID DAY PARADE We will meet in the late morning in Coney Island, but call leader for time and meeting place.  We will enjoy a walk along the Boardwalk and will enjoy the parade.  Joint with several other clubs. Leader: John Carr, 347-886-3070.

 

(Hike 2) THE JEWEL OF BROOKLYN (AKA THE GOWANUS CANAL) -- BY FOOT AND PADDLE Come explore the Gowanus Canal shoreline, an urban industrial waterway sandwiched between the Carroll Gardens and Park Slope neighborhoods.  This narrated tour will cross 4 of the 5 bridges over the canal and cover 400 years of history. Tour ends at the 2nd St. launch where we'll take to canoes to get another perspective (Gowanus Dredgers Canoe Club at www.gowanuscanal.org). Slow pace, 2 miles. MEET: 11 AM at the Smith/9th St subway station (F/G lines) downstairs n front of entrance. Leader: Captain Ellie, 718-781-1228.

 

Sunday, June 22, 2008

SCARBOROUGH TO TARRYTOWN Walk south along Old Croton Aqueduct, with detours into Rockwood Hall Park, Rockefeller Preserve, and Sleepy Hollow Cemetery. Possible drop-out point at Philipse Manor. We will  continue on Aqueduct path to Tarrytown. About 8 miles at a brisk but  comfortable pace. Bring lunch & water. Wear hiking boots.  Rain or shine. Meet:  9 AM at Grand Central Terminal to take 9:20 Metro North train to Scarborough, arr. 10:16. Leader:  Dorothy Lourdou, 212-685-6443.

 

 Saturday, June 28, 2008

Orchard Beach and City Island Come for a walk through Pelham Bay Park, along the SUZANNE REID TRAIL, on the boardwalk at Orchard Beach, and to City Island. See the sights in the maritime village of City Island. Take  the #6 train to Pelham Bay Park (last stop),  and meet 10:00 AM at street level across from coffee shop. Bring water. We'll stop for lunch or early dinner at City Island.   Leaders: Matt Raship, 516-466-8673 and Ted Gabay. 

 

Sunday, June 29, 2008

Kill von Kull Stroll – staten island Walk from ferry along the “new Riviera”, the St. George Upper Esplanade, past steps to nowhere, last plantation house Pavilion, Jug Inn, Snug Harbor, tug depots, Farber mansion site, almost to the Bayonne Bridge. See the channel where 14, 000 boats  pass through a year, more than the Panama Canal. As of this writing we are not allowed on the bridge. Take bus back to ferry: 40, 44, or 52. Be at Manhattan Whitehall Staten Island ferry by 9:15am for 9:30am ferry. You may not see me in the terminal as I have just come in from SI and only have 2 minutes to find you. Look for Shorewalker hats in terminal or on left upper deck inside benches. We will also meet at SI terminal turnstiles. Allow an hour extra travel time as construction around South Ferry means no 1 train and sometimes no R or #4 or #5 stops on weekends. For #1 train, take shuttle bus from Chambers Street. Bad weather doesn't cancel so no need to confirm hike. About 4 miles; round-trip, 8 miles.  Leader: Kiki Black,  clblack37 [at] hotmail.com.

Friday, July 4, 2008

JONES BEACH  4-6 mile walk on boardwalk and some trails. Bring bathing suit for possible swimming. Also bring lunch, water, and suntan lotion. Old shoes or slippers are good idea, because we will be walking the beach. Meet at 12:00 noon at Freeport LIRR Station waiting Room. Take the LIRR train arriving Freeport at 11:46 AM (leaving Penn Station at 11:02 AM or Jamaica Station at 11:24 AM – check LIRR for schedule changes). Fare: $6.75/$4.50 c.w. ,plus  Metrocard for bus. Rain cancels. Leader: John Socolick, 516-791-6453. Call 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. 

 

  Saturday, July 5, 2008

GARRISON CIRCULAR  10 miles.  Forested, rolling hills along generally unimpeded trails.  A moderate pace, with some climbs.  Bring lunch and water.  Meet Grand Central information booth at 8:30 A.M. for 8:51 A.M. train to Garrison, NY.  Round-trip fare is $13 for seniors, about $20 for regular tickets.  (Can also depart from Marble Hill at 9:10 AM.)  Joint hike. Leader: Marvin Malater, 718-376-3608.  Call to confirm and for any schedule changes.

 

Sunday, July 6, 2008

Central Park Fast Ramble  Briskly-paced afternoon exploration of various parts of Central Park such as Strawberry Fields, the Ramble, Shakespeare Garden, Belvedere Castle, the Reservoir, the Loch, the North Woods, Harlem Meer, & Conservatory Garden.  About 5 mi. Bring snack & water.  Wear sturdy shoes. Heavy rain will cancel, showers will not.  Meet:  12 noon, 72^nd St. (NE corner) and Central Park West.  Leader: Dorothy Lourdou, 212-685-6443.

 

 Saturday, July 12, 2008 (Three Hikes)

(Hike 1) AMAGANSETT TO NAPEAGUE STATE PARK.  Panamuk Path through Pine Barrens and sand dunes. Return to Amagansett along beach. Bring lunch, water, sun blocker and bathing suit. Watch for ticks. MEET: 10:35 AM at Amagansett rail road sta. Take: 7:46 AM LIRR train from Penn. Station. Round- trip train fare $28.00. Leader: Robert J. Kess, 631-225-0297.    

 

 (Hike 2) Terrace Pond Located on the summit of Bearfort Mountain, Terrace Pond is surrounded by cliffs of purple conglomerate walls, scrub pines, and rhododendron thickets, looks to be of another time.  Starting at an elevation of 1100 feet we ascend another 350 feet on this approximately 5-6 mile hike. Transportation NJ Transit Bus 197 to Greenwood Lake, NJ. (RTE. 513) & Greenwood Lake Trpk. (Rte. 511). Short shuttle from Bus stop.  Leader: Nick DiNapoli, 212-600-1180.

 

Sunday, July 13, 2008 (Two Hikes)

(Hike 1) CONEY ISLAND TO MANHATTAN BEACH  Easy walk along boardwalk from Coney Island through Brighton Beach to Manhattan Beach. Bring bathing suit for a quick swim at Manhattan/Brighton  Beach. Convenient drop-out points. Bring lunch and water. MEET: 10:45 AM at Nathanʼs on Stillwell Ave., across street from F/N/Q/D subway station. Rain cancels. Leader: Edward Leibowitz, 201-332-1709 (H); call to confirm.

 

 (Hike 2) Figure-Eight Lake Hike – STATEN ISLAND Walk up international Victory Boulevard to Polish deli, Nigerian grocery, or Mexican shops to Silver Lake and golf club stop, then on to three Clove Lakes. Zoo optional. Hop on bus back to ferry at ancient Tulip tree or walk back to ferry along coast. Be at Manhattan Whitehall Staten Island ferry by 9:15 AM for 9:30 AM ferry. Look for Shorewalker hats in terminal or on left upper deck inside benches. You may not see me in the terminal as I have just come in from SI and only have 2 minutes to find you. We will also meet at SI terminal turnstiles. Allow travel time as construction around South Ferry has no 1 or R and sometimes no 4 or 5 stops on weekends. For 1 train, take shuttle bus from Chambers. Bad weather doesn't cancel so no need to confirm hike. Four miles; Eight round-trip. Leader: Kiki Black, email clblack37 [at] hotmail.com

 

Saturday, July 26, 2008

SHORE PARKWAY GREENWAY  Start in Howard Beach, Queens and walk both sections of the Shore Parkway Greenway (along the Belt Parkway) winding up (21 miles later) at Owl's Head Park in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. Optional return to Howard Beach or intermediate drop-off point. Several drop-off points available but Greenway can be isolated for periods.  Moderate to brisk pace.  Bring water and bring (or buy) lunch.  Bad weather does not cancel, but may shorten. MEET: at 7 AM in the Howard Beach-JFK Airport train station (A train), outside the restrooms, which are INSIDE the turnstiles. Leader: Ian Hochstead, Email: ianhoch [at] hotmail.com.

 

Saturday, August 2, 2008 (Two Hikes)

(Hike 1) ROOSEVELT ISLAND CIRCULAR.  Walk across bridge and tour unique town. MEET: 1:00 PM (after lunch) at Tramway Plaza ( 59^th St. and 2^nd  Ave.) Leader: Minor Bishop, 212-686-5059.

 

(Hike 2) INTERNATIONAL EXPRESS   A 7 mile trek from Asia to the Americas with stops in India, the Philippines, Mexico, and China as we journey under the International Express --the Flushing local No. 7-- through the most ethnically diverse area in the world. Enjoy an early lunch at an ethnic restaurant; tour the Louis Armstrong Museum, observe the Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival.   Meet at 10am. Take no. 7 train to 40^th St. in Queens. Meet under L on Queens Blvd. and 40^th St. Leader: Nick DiNapoli, 212-600-1180. Cost $8.00 museum entrance.

 

 Saturday, August 9, 2008

TALLMAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK CIRCULAR  7 miles.  From Piermont, NY we will hike south through the park on an eastern leg, and return with the Long Path back to Piermont.  There, we’ll walk the mile-long Piermont pier, halfway across the Hudson.  Bring lunch and water.  Meet 9:00 AM at the South Wing of the Port Authority Bus Station, by the white commuter statues.  Fare: Round-trip about $7.70 for seniors and $15 for regular tickets.  Depart gate 220, bus 9A at 9:22 A.M. Joint hike.Leader: Marvin Malater, 718-376-3608. Call to confirm.

 

 Sunday, August 10, 2008

RIVERDALE-FIELDSTON.  Easy stroll through Riverdale Estates, Wave Hill Woods and Fieldston private streets. Find out what the FPOA is. No smoking on trip. Distance 3 miles and duration 2 hours. Meet: 1:30PM at Broadway and 207^th street, Manhattan. Take “A” train to 207^th street, last car. Extra fare: bus $2.00. Leader: Mayer Wiesen, 516-671-2095.

 

 

Sunday, August 17, 2008 (Two Hikes)

(Hike 1) ROCKAWAY PARK BEACH HIKE AND SWIM Walk along boardwalk from Beach 116th St. to end. Easy pace, 5-7 hours. Bring lunch, water, and bathing suit. MEET: 10:45 AM at subway station at Rockaway Beach Park at 116th St. Take JFK A-Train to Broad Channel, change for S-train at Broad Channel. Exit last stop on S train: Rockaway Park Beach at 116th St. station. Meet on street outside station. Rain cancels. Leader: Edward Leibowitz, 201-332-1709 (H); call to confirm.

 

 (HIKE 2) Straight Through the Straits – staten island Walk from the Staten Island ferry terminal to Miller's Field, via the Lighthouse Museum, Alice Austin House, Verrazano, Ft. Wadsworth, and the FDR Boardwalk. Bring lunch and Metrocard.  Back to ferry via SIRR train or 51 bus. Be at Manhattan Staten Island ferry by 9:15 for 9:30 ferry. You may not see me in the terminal as I have just come in from SI and only have 2 minutes to find you. Look for Shorewalker hats in terminal or on left upper deck inside benches. We will also pause at SI terminal turnstiles. Allow travel time as construction around South Ferry has no 1 or R and sometimes no 4 or 5 stops on weekends. For 1 train, take shuttle bus from Chambers. Bad weather doesn't cancel so no need to confirm. hike.  About 8 miles; round-trip 16.  Leader: Kiki Black,   clblack37 [at] hotmail.com.

 

Mon, August 18: MAILING PARTY Join group sipping soda and wine while stapling and stamping newsletters. Call hot-line for info: 212-330-7686