Hudson Valley Hikers

 
 
 

George[masked]

We will do the loop clockwise
White trail to left on Red trail to left on White trail to right on Yellow trail to right on Blue trail to left on White to parking.

Fahnestock East Mountain and Round Hill Loop
Thursday 12/09 - 10:00 am
Distance: 7.5 miles
Time: ~ 4 hours
Elevation gain: Around 1400 feet

Gear: Water, snacks if you wish, hiking boots,

--- NOTE: You are responsible for bringing appropriate gear, supplies, clothing, first aid, and lights. You should review topographic maps and trail features carefully; understanding topography of any hike is key to your knowing where you are, where you're going, and how to get back. See suggestions for GEAR on the "About" page for additional gear ideas. You agree when you sign up for this group or any of the events that you have read and understand the below. If you join us for a hike (or any other event), please understand that you are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being and will hold no one else liable in case of injury or mishap. You agree not to hold the Organizer, Assistant Organizers, or any other members responsible for any injuries, mishaps, or any other situation that may happen at a planned event. You are responsible to research the event, know the area, and bring the proper gear. Your attendance on a hike signifies that you have read and accept the terms of this liability waiver. Full waiver can be found on the ABOUT page.

 
 
 

Host: Mike Clancy[masked]

Pace will be casual with very brief stops at several viewpoints. No sweep.

The Hike: We will start hiking at 8:30am from the Etsie & Hellie Stowell trailhead (an old farm), 42 Bayview Avenue (Rt. 218), Cornwall. We will head uphill on the Teal-blazed Highland Trail. After about 7/10th miles, turn left on Yellow. Stay on yellow for the next 2 miles. Turn right onto the Red/Blue trail. Stay on red/blue back to yellow. Go left on yellow and retrace steps to the parking lot.

Pace: average 2 mph

Duration: Approx 2 - 2.5 hrs.

Elevation Gain: approx 1,100 feet

Difficulty: - Rocky trails; not commended for people doing their "first-ever" hike. You should have previously hiked similar distances with similar terrain.

Map: NY-NJ Trail Conference Map #113; Avenza mapping app; or similar maps/apps

Gear: water, snacks, etc. Appropriate footwear, ; moisture-wicking clothing. Poles may be helpful.

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You agree when you sign up for this group or any of the events that you have read and understand the below.

If you join us for a hike (or any other event), please understand that you are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being and will hold no one else liable in case of injury or mishap. You agree not to hold the Organizer, Assistant Organizers, or any other members responsible for any injuries, mishaps, or any other situation that may happen at a planned event. You are responsible to research the event, know the area, and bring the proper gear.

Your attendance on a hike signifies that you have read and accept the terms of this liability waiver.
Full waiver can be found on the ABOUT page.

 
 
 

Join us on July 4th for a beautiful sunset climb up Bear Mountain.

Park in the main parking lot #1, right in front of the Bear Mountain Inn. The lot may fill up earlier in the day for the holiday, but it should be mostly clear by the time of the event. Prepare for traffic and arrive EARLY so you're ready to start hiking by 6:30.

To view and download the route:
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1894982

We will meet outside the Bear Mountain Inn. We'll ascend on the Major Welch trail (red circle). After 1.65 miles, make a SHARP RIGHT TURN where the Major Welch and Appalachian Trails merge and follow the AT South (white rectangle) to Moon Rocks for sunset. After a break for sunset, we will descend to the inn on the AT North (white rectangle).

While we will try our best to stay together, the group will likely split up into smaller groups as we ascend, based on pacing preferences. Faster hikers are not obligated to wait for slower hikers. You should feel comfortable with the route listed in the event that you separate from the group.

Sunset is at 8:32pm.

TO BRING:

1. the Bear Mountain (or Harriman #119) map
2. a working/charged headlamp
3. water and snacks
4. moisture wicking layers

Distance: ~4 miles
Elevation Gain: ~1200'
Hike time: ~4hours
Sunset Time: 8:32 PM

HUDSON VALLEY HIKER LEGAL DISCLAIMER & WAIVER OF LIABILITY
You agree when you sign up for this group or any of the events that you have read and understand the below. If you join us for a hike (or any other event), please understand that you are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being and will hold no one else liable in case of injury or mishap. You agree not to hold the Organizer, Assistant Organizers, or any other members responsible for any injuries, mishaps, or any other situation that may happen at a planned event. You are responsible to research the event, know the area, and bring the proper gear. The Hudson Valley Hikers Club does not provide liability insurance for the protection of individuals who may participate in any of the events planned by the Organizer or Assistant Organizers. This release extends and applies to, and also covers and includes, all unknown, unforeseen, unanticipated and unsuspected injuries, damages, loss and liability. Your attendance on a hike signifies that you have read and accept the terms of this liability waiver. By signing up for this group or event you understand that you are attending all events at your own risk.

 
 
 

Fahnestock Series: Charcoal Burners, Beaver Pond & Jordan Pond
Tuesday 7/5 - 5:30 pm

HOPEFULLY THERE WILL BE RIPE BLUEBERRIES!

Distance: 5.2 miles, Time: ~2-2.5 hours, Elevation gain: ~600 feet

Gear: Water, snacks if you wish, hiking boots, warm-weather wicking clothing, headlamp just in case

On Route 301, you will see a sign for the Charcoal Burners trail on the side of the road, although it is probably overgrown with plants right now. You can park on either side of the road on the shoulder. We will be taking the trail northward, which is on the opposite same side of the road as the trail sign.

Our route will take us north on the the red Charcoal Burners trail for a bit over a mile until we reach Beaver Pond. We will then continue for another mile on the red trail until we reach a viewpoint. We will retrace our steps back on the red trail to the junction with the white trail. We will make a right on the white trail and take it for a mile, passing Jordan Pond on the way. We then reach the yellow trail, where we make a left, and follow it for 0.3 miles. This takes us out to the very start of the red trail, so we make a right on red and are back out on the road very shortly.

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NOTE: You are responsible for bringing appropriate gear, supplies, clothing, first aid, and lights. You should review topographic maps and trail features carefully; understanding topography of any hike is key to your knowing where you are, where you're going, and how to get back. See suggestions for GEAR on the "About" page for additional gear ideas.

You agree when you sign up for this group or any of the events that you have read and understand the below.

If you join us for a hike (or any other event), please understand that you are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being and will hold no one else liable in case of injury or mishap. You agree not to hold the Organizer, Assistant Organizers, or any other members responsible for any injuries, mishaps, or any other situation that may happen at a planned event. You are responsible to research the event, know the area, and bring the proper gear.

Your attendance on a hike signifies that you have read and accept the terms of this liability waiver. Full waiver can be found on the ABOUT page.