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Saturday 12/2/2023 - Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Rocks Trail Hike / Level B & C
Westchester County, NY
The hilly terrain in Ward Pound Ridge Reservation is a mix of second-growth hardwood forest, hemlock, laurel, bold rock outcroppings, steep ravines, wetlands, open meadows and mountain ridges. Start from the Michigan Road Parking Lot, take the Red Trail to explore the Leatherman's Cave Loop. Crossover to the Rocks Trail to visit the Dancing Rock, Bear Rock Petroglyph, Spy Rock, Castle Rock, Raven Rock and Indian Rock Shelter. Take the Blue Trail to Kimberly Bridge and walk along the beautiful Cross River. Leave the River on the Fox Hill Trail to visit the Trailside Nature Museum and then back to the parking lot.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Michigan Rd. Parking area
Leaders:
Chung Leung/Iris Liu

Saturday 12/2/2023 - Stonetown Circular Loop 10 Miles / Levels C
Ringwood State Park NJ
Starting at the parking lot at Stonetown Road, climb up Little Windbeam, Windbeam, Bear and Board Mountains, a total of 6 peaks. However the views on the surrounding reservoirs and The waters of reservoirs, lakes and even the silhouette of the Manhattan skyline from a distance offer a great reward.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at trailhead
Leaders: Sharon Yen/Wei Chen

Sunday 12/3/2023 - Bull Hill and Breakneck Ridge hike / Level B & C
Hudson Highlands State Park, NY
Bull Hill (Mt. Taurus) is located next to the famous Breakneck Ridge in the Hudson Highlands. Hiking up Bull Hill offers sweeping views of the Hudson River and neighboring peaks from rock outcrops but without the rock scramble like the Breakneck Ridge Trail. Descend from the summit of Bull Hill. Cross over to the northern section of the Breakneck Ridge by the Notch trail for more views. Finish the hike by walking downhill on the Cornish trail along the Breakneck Brook.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:00 AM at Trailhead
Leaders: Chung Leung/Lucy Yu

Saturday 12/9/2023 - Doris Duke & Appalachian Trail Hike / Levels B & C
Sterling Forest State Park, NY
The hike traverses the Doris Duke Wildlife Sanctuary. The Sterling Mountain and the Appalachian National Scenic Trail (AT) is in the north. There are fascinating rock formations and magnificent vistas on rock ledges. The hike starts with the Doris Duke Trail going up the mountain. Follow the trail along the transmission line to connect to the AT trail. Hike the AT trail to visit the many viewpoints along the mountain ridge. Descend to the valley and return to the trailhead.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:00 AM at Doris Duke Trailhead Parking Lot
Leaders: Chung Leung/Lucy Yu

Saturday 12/9/2023 - Breakneck Ridge, 6 - 8 Mile Hikes/ Levels B & C
Hudson Highlands State Park, NY
One of the most famous hiking spots on the eastern bank of the Hudson River. Enjoy the spectacular views of the Hudson along the ridge. The trails are rocky for the first half mile and some rock scrambling are required.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trail head
Leaders: Jimmy Xing/Sharon Yen

Sunday 12/10/2023 - Lake Kanawauke - Black Rock Mountain Hike 7 - 12 Miles / Level B & C
Harriman State Park South, NY
Starting from the pretty Lake Kanawauke, go up the mountain to visit the Pine Swamp and the mine cave. Hike up on the Hogencamp Mountain to visit the lookout points on the rocky outcrops. Walk on the ridge to Black Rock Mountain which is famous for its views for all seasons. Continue on to visit the Boston Mine. Avid hikers go further to Island Pond. Return by the Dunning (yellow) trail back to parking.
Meeting Time/Place: Reschedule to 12/17/2023 due to bad weather
Leaders: Nancy Liang/Sharon Yan

Saturday 12/16/2023 - Norvin Green/ Weis Nature Center 6 - 9 Mile Hikes, Levels B & C
Norvin Green State Forest, NJ
From Weis Center, go up Ball Mtn. to the Vista point. Come downhill to Roomy Mine and view the cascades along the Blue Mine Brook. Continue on the Highland Trail to visit High Point which is famous for its rock ledges, pitch pines and panoramic view. Branch off to visit the lookout points at Carris Hill. Return to Weis Center by the service road. Avid hikers can extend the hike to the trails on Buck Mtn.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders: James Yu/Homer Hsieh

Saturday 12/16/2023 - Secret Garden Trail. 6 - 9 Mile/ Level B & C
Harriman State Park, NY
The hike starts from Lake Askoti and heads to Time Square. Then follows the Surebridge Mine Road heading North to Upper Lake Cohasset. Explore the beautiful caves of Pine Swamp Mine and Bradley Mine. Take the returning route via AT and Hurst (Blue) trails. Following unmarked trail to Dunning Yellow trail to LP (Green) back to parking Lot.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at Lake Askoti parking lot
Leaders: Amy Tien/Lian Jiang

Sunday 12/17/2023 - Lake Kanawauke - Black Rock Mountain Hike 7 - 12 Miles / Level B & C
Harriman State Park South, NY
Starting from the pretty Lake Kanawauke, go up the mountain to visit the Pine Swamp and the mine cave. Hike up on the Hogencamp Mountain to visit the lookout points on the rocky outcrops. Walk on the ridge to Black Rock Mountain which is famous for its views for all seasons. Continue on to visit the Boston Mine. Avid hikers go further to Island Pond. Return by the Dunning (yellow) trail back to parking.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at Lake Kanawauke Picnic Area
Leaders: Nancy Liang/Sharon Yan

Saturday 12/23/2023 - Kakiat to Diamond Mt.- Pine Meadow- S-BM Loop, Level B&C
Harriman State Park, NY
From Kakiat County Park take Mountain trail (Orange) to Kakiat trail (white), after crossing Pine Meadow Brook, take trail (Blue) to Diamond Mt., then Yellow trail to Pine Meadow Lake. Follow Pine Meadow Lake trail (red) to Suffern Bear Mt. Making sharp right turn to S-BM trail to Kakiat trail (white) and downhill back to parking lot.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30AM at Kakiat Park
Leaders: Chwen (Jun) Best/Iris Liu

Saturday 12/23/2023 - Lake Sebago to Suffern Bear Mtn (SBM) trail hike / Level B & C
Harriman State Park South, NY
From the Lake Sebago Boat Launch parking, go over Conklin Mountain to Lake Wanoksink. Continue to Pine Meadow Lake for the winter scenery of the beautiful lakes. Take the short Conklin Crossing Trail to reach the S-BM (yellow) trail. Hike on S-BM trail to pass Horse Stable Mtn, Catamount Mtn and Panther Mtn. Scenery on the mountain ridge is gorgeous and can see as far as New York City. Walk on the service roads downhill back to Lake Sebago.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 am at the Sebago Boat Launch
Leaders: Chung Leung/Sharon Yan

Sunday 12/24/2023 - Caumsett State Historic Park & long Island Sound Hike / Level B & C
Hungtington, Long Island, NY
The Caumsett State Park is a scenic peninsula extending into Long Island Sound. The park has salt marshes, beaches, rock shoreline with steep bluffs overlooking the LI Sound and nature trails over acres of woodland and meadows. Visit the gorgeous mansions owned by the rich Llyod and Field families to understand the development of Huntington in Long Island. Start from the Main parking lot, go south to Llyod Harbor. Follow the Pedestrian Trail to hike north to the Fresh Pond and enjoy the gorgeous view of LI Sound. Walk along the shore to Lloyd Point. Turn south on the Pedestrian Trail and walk back to the parking.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders: /Chung Leung

Saturday 12/30/2023 - Inwood Hill Park & NYC Discovery Hike/ Level B & C
Upper Manhattan, NYC
Inwood Hill Park now contains the last natural forest and salt marsh in Manhattan. The glacial activity millions years ago sculpted the terrain of the Park with its dramatic caves, valleys, and ridges. The hiking trails lead to scenic sites and into forest groves. The beauty of the natural environment is well preserved. The nearby Fort Tryon Park, Fort Washington Park and Highbridge will be visited to view the beautiful scenery of the Hudson and Harlem Rivers. NYC is full of hidden gems and a sensitive mind is required to discover them. Taking public transportation to the trailhead is encouraged.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at 178th Street, GW Bridge Bus Terminal
Leaders: Chung Leung/YuShan Li

Saturday 12/30/2023 - Dunderberg Mountain 7 & 11 miles Day Hike / Levels B & C
Bear Mountain State Park
Start from the parking lot at 9W/202, follow the blue trail to trace the route of the Railway. Continue to the Timp. Change to the red R-D Trail to Bald Mountain and Cornell Mine. Follow the R-D trail to the viewpoint on top of Jones Point. There is the view of Indian Point Power Plant across the Hudson River. Come down on a steep grade to the parking. The longer route: from the Timp, take Timp-Torne Trail (blue), pass West Mountain, turn left on S-BM trail (yellow), then turn left on R-D (red), then join the shorter route.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at trail head
Leaders: Iris Liu/Wei Chen

Sunday 12/31/2023 - Year end Inspiration Hike, Explore the Silver Mine & Cookout
Harriman State Park, NY
Looking forward to the year 2024. Starting from the parking, hike along the north shore of Silvermine Lake and then up the Black Mtn. Enjoy the expansive views at the lookout points. Hike through the stream and swamps to Brien Shelter. Return to the parking along the western shore of the Lake. Cookout picnic at the pavilion. If interested, bring a snow board to slide down the old ski slope behind the pavilion. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon around Silvermine Lake and Lake Nawahunta.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM Silvermine Lake Parking lot
Leaders: Nancy Liang/Diana Lu/Kwok-Chi Ng


Saturday 1/6/2024 - Bearfort Mt, Surprise Lake to Prospect Rock Hike / Level B & C
Hewitt, NJ
The Bearfort Mountain Ridge is famous for its reddish bedrocks, pitch pines and rocky outcrop lookouts. From the Highlands Preserve Parking, take the unmarked trail up to the Bearfort Ridge (green) trail. Follow the trail to Surprise Lake then follow the blue and AT trails to Prospect Rock and the Grand View lookout points. Enjoy the spectacular views of the Greenwood Lake. Return by the yellow trail for the view of the West pond. Continue on the West Ridge (pink) trail or the green trail back to the parking lot
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders:
Homer Hsieh/HY Lee

Saturday 1/6/2024 - Schunemunk Mountain 7 & 9 Mile Hike/ Levels B & C
Schunemunk Mountain State Park, NY
The trail over Schunemunk Mountain offers a series of fine lookouts and a varied terrain. The Storm King Art Center can be seen from the ridge. Enjoy the special vegetation and rock formations on the ridges. The Megaliths is a must visit lunch spot. Expect some steep up hills and descents.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders: Nancy Liang/Jessica Liu/Davy Mak

Saturday 1/13/2024 - Bull Hill and Breakneck Ridge hike / Level B & C
Hudson Highlands State Park, NY
Bull Hill (Mt. Taurus) is located next to the famous Breakneck Ridge in the Hudson Highlands. Hiking up Bull Hill offers sweeping views of the Hudson River and neighboring peaks from rock outcrops but without the rock scramble like the Breakneck Ridge Trail. Descend from the summit of Bull Hill. Cross over to the northern section of the Breakneck Ridge by the Notch trail for more views. Finish the hike by walking downhill on the Cornish trail along the Breakneck Brook.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:00 AM at Trailhead
Leaders: YuShan Li/Vincent Yu

Saturday 1/13/2024 - Long Distance Hike Training Enrollment session, 10-18 miles
Harriman State Park, NY
Enrollment to a 3 months long distance hike training program. The training prepares hikers to hike on long & difficult trails to explore unfamiliar territories. Hikers help each other to achieve their goals. The hikers are required to hike at least 8 hours for each session. They monitor their progress to build up their strength and improve on the hiking skills. The training program ends with the Gin's Challenge Endurance Hike in April. New enrollment will be limited once the training has begun.
Meeting Time/Place: 7:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders: Iris Liu/Chung Leung/Jimmy Xing

Sunday 1/14/2024 - Ladentown TMI trail to three Reservoirs Hike / Level B & C
South Harriman State Park, NY
Start from the Ladentown TMI trailhead, follow the powerline to Iron Mountain. Go up the mountain. Pass an old mine and follow the service road to the Second Reservoir. Continue to the First Reservoir and go up the mountain to visit Big Hill Shelter. Take the S-BM Trail to the Third Reservoir to the Squirrel Swamp. Change to the TMI trail to pass Eagle Rock to go back to the parking.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders: Jennifer Chen

Saturday 1/20/2024 - Lake Askoti to Reservoirs Loop Hike, Level B & C
Harriman State Park South, NY
From Lake Askoti, go south on the Long Path to visit the Flight 6231 Crash site. Continue on Long Path to the Big Hill Shelter. Go downhill to visit the 2nd and 3rd Reservoirs. Find the unmarked trail to go down to the Breakneck Pond. Catch back on the Long Path to return to the parking lot. Avid hikers can extend the hike after the 3rd Reservoir to go on the S-BM, TMI trails to see the rock formations on Breakneck Mountain for an additional 3 miles.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders: Steve Huang/YuShan Li

Saturday 1/20/2024 - Long Distance Hike Training Enrollment session #2, 10-18 miles
Harriman State Park, NY
Enrollment to a 3 months long distance hike training program. The training prepares hikers to hike on long & difficult trails to explore unfamiliar territories. Hikers help each other to achieve their goals. The hikers are required to hike at least 8 hours for each session. They monitor their progress to build up their strength and improve on the hiking skills. New enrollment will be limited once the training has begun.
Meeting Time/Place: 7:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders: Iris Liu/XiaoJing Wei/XiaoTao Shi

Saturday 1/27/2024 - Kakiat to Diamond Mt.- Pine Meadow- S-BM Loop, Level B&C
Harriman State Park, NY
From Kakiat County Park take Mountain trail (Orange) to Kakiat trail (white), after crossing Pine Meadow Brook, take trail (Blue) to Diamond Mt., then Yellow trail to Pine Meadow Lake. Follow Pine Meadow Lake trail (red) to Suffern Bear Mt. Making sharp right turn to S-BM trail to Kakiat trail (white) and downhill back to parking lot. *No Carpool Arrangement
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30AM at Kakiat Park
Leaders: Steve Huang/HY Lee

Saturday 1/27/2024 - Long Distance Hike Training: Session #3 Exploration, 17-21 miles, Level D
Norvin Green State Forest
This is a training for map reading and path finding skills. Hikers are given a map and some suggested points of interest for exploration. Hikers need to plan their route to visit as many targets as possible. There are many unmarked trails for the hikers to choose. Hikers are asked to identify the real locations of the landmarks and lookout points. Some veteran long distance Hikers will be there to act as mentors to help. *Registration is limited to members of the Training program.
Meeting Time/Place: 7:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders: Iris Liu/Tony Shu/Wei Chen

Sunday 1/28/2024 - Dater Mountain and Black Ash Mountain Hike
Harriman State Park, NY
The Dater Mtn. Nature Park offers stunning views of the Village of Tuxedo, I-87 Highway and variety of wildlife. Starting from Johnsontown Circle Parking, take the Blue Disc trail up Dater Mtn. Change to Kakiat trail going south to enter Dater Mtn Natural Park to the Sleater Hill Lookout. Go north along west side of Dater Mtn. to Tuxedo Park. Change to R-D trail to Big Pine Hill and Black Ash Mtn. Turn south on the Blue Disc Trail to visit the rock formations of Claudius Smith Den and Elbow Brush. Then continue to visit the Almost Perpendicular point for the view of Pound Mtn. and Go downhill back to the parking lot.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM, Johnsontown Circle parking lot
Leaders: Jennifer Chen


Saturday 2/3/2024 - West Mountain to Timp Torne Hike, Level B & C
Bear Mountain State Park, NY
Starting at the Anthony Wayne Recreation Parking Area, follow the White trail, then the FAWN (red) trail to the Timp Torne (blue) trail. Hike along the (blue) trail to enjoy the gorgeous views along the ridge of West Mountain. Take a break at the Shelter and continue to Timp Pass. Change to the R-D (red) trail to the Beech Bottom Service Road and continue to go back to the parking. Avid hikers venture out to The Timp from Timp Pass. Make a loop on the R-D and 1777 trails, visiting the Herbert Mine then go back to Timp Pass.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the Anthony Wayne Recreation Area
Leaders:
Ada Jow/Steve Huang/Davy Mak

Saturday 2/3/2024 - Long Distance Hike Training: Session #4, 15- 20 miles
Harriman State Park, NY
The training program prepares hikers to hike long distances and explore unfamiliar territories. Hikers help each other to achieve their goals. Hikers in the program build up their physical strength; improve their hiking skills and develop good judgement under difficult situations. Hikers practice on the trails to visit the 13 target points of the Gin's Challenge Hike. The hikers are required to hike at least 8 hours for each session.
Meeting Time/Place: 7:30 AM at the Trailhead
Leaders: Iris Liu/Jimmy Xing

Sunday 2/4/2024 - Black Ash - Tom Jones - Black Rock Mountains Hike / Level B & C
Harriman State Park, NY
This is a hike on mountain ridges to view the winter scenery of the mountains, forests and swamps. From Tuxedo Park, hike up Black Ash Mtn on the famous R-D(red dot) Trail. Continue on the R-D Trail on the mountain ridge to Parker Cabin Mtn, Tom Jones Mtn to reach Black Rock Mtn. Go downhill on the Nurian(white) Trail to go along the White Bar Trail through the forest and swamps. The trails in the area are well marked and the hiking route can be extended to visit more lookout points or shortened to be back to the parking lot early. The uphills and downhills are on steady slopes and suitable for slow walks to enjoy the surrounding scenery.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders: Carina Li/John Li

Saturday 2/10/2024 - Ramapo Valley Ilgenstein Rock Hike / Level B & C
Ramapo Valley County Reservation, Mahwah, NJ
From the parking lot, take the bridge across the Ramapo River. Go up the mountain to Hawk Rock and Cactus Ledge. Go downhill to the Ridge Overlook where there is a gorgeous view of the valley. Continue to hike to MacMillan Reservoir. Go through the swamp to reach Bear Swamp Lake. Climb up the hill to Ilgentstein Rock. After enjoying the panorama view, go downhill to the Cannonball Lake. Follow the Swamp Brook downhill then follow the Yellow Silver Trail to return to the parking.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders: HY Lee/YuShan Li

Saturday 2/10/2024 - Long Distance Hike Training: Session #5, 15- 20 miles
Harriman State Park, NY
The training program prepares hikers to hike long distances and explore unfamiliar territories. Hikers help each other to achieve their goals. Hikers in the program build up their physical strength; improve their hiking skills and develop good judgement under difficult situations. Hikers practice on the trails to visit the 13 target points of the Gin's Challenge Hike. The hikers are required to hike at least 8 hours for each session.
Meeting Time/Place: 7:30 AM at the Trailhead
Leaders: Ling Zhou/Wei Chen/MinHui Li

Sunday 2/11/2024 - Dater Mountain and Black Ash Mountain Hike
Harriman State Park, NY
The Dater Mtn. Nature Park offers stunning views of the Village of Tuxedo, I-87 Highway and variety of wildlife. Starting from Johnsontown Circle Parking, take the Blue Disc trail up Dater Mtn. Change to Kakiat trail going south to enter Dater Mtn Natural Park to the Sleater Hill Lookout. Go north along west side of Dater Mtn. to Tuxedo Park. Change to R-D trail to Big Pine Hill and Black Ash Mtn. Turn south on the Blue Disc Trail to visit the rock formations of Claudius Smith Den and Elbow Brush. Then continue to visit the Almost Perpendicular point for the view of Pound Mtn. and Go downhill back to the parking lot.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM, Johnsontown Circle parking lot
Leaders: Jennifer Chen

Saturday 2/17/2024 - Sterling Forest, the Ridge and Lake Hike /Level B & C
Sterling State Forest, NY
Start from the Visitor Center on White Trail, then Red Trial to reach he Fire Tower. After Fire Tower, on Blue Trail to Red Trail and onto the newly opened Orange Trail to Bare Rock. After lunch at Bare Rock, back on Orange Trail to Blue Sterling Ridge Trail. Decent to the lake and return to Visitor Center.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders: Sharon Yan/Jessica Liu

Saturday 2/17/2024 - Long Distance Hike Training: Session #6, 15- 20 miles
Harriman State Park, NY
The training program prepares hikers to hike long distances and explore unfamiliar territories. Hikers help each other to achieve their goals. Hikers in the program build up their physical strength; improve their hiking skills and develop good judgement under difficult situations. Hikers practice on the trails to visit the 13 target points of the Gin's Challenge Hike. The hikers are required to hike at least 8 hours for each session.
Meeting Time/Place: 7:30 AM at the Trailhead
Leaders: Iris Liu/XiaoJing Wei/XiaoTao Shi

Sunday 2/18/2024 - Long Mountain - Long Path - Summit Lake Hike / Level B & C
Harriman State Park, NY
Starting from the Turkey Hill Parking, follow the Long Path Trail to go up Long mountain to visit the Torrey Mountain and have a good view of the Turkey Hill Lake. Continue on the Long Path to pass Howell Mountain and Brooks Mountain. Views on the mountains are gorgeous. Cross Route 6 to visit the Reynolds Pond and Summit Lake. Follow the service to connect back to the Long Path at the Stockbridge Mountain. Hike along the mountain ridge back to the Turkey Hill parking. Avid hikers can go down to Lake Nawahunta and follow the fire road back to the parking.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders: Jennifer Chen

Saturday 2/24/2024 - Beacon Mtn. & Fishkill Ridge Hike, 7 & 9 Miles / Levels B & C
Fishkill Ridge, Fishkill, New York
Loop up, up, up and around the protected crests of the conservation area, including Lambs Hill and Bald Hill. The Town of Beacon, the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge and the Hudson River can be seen from viewpoints along the Overlook Trail and the Fishkill Ridge Trail.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders: Chwen (Jun) Best/Vincent Yu

Saturday 2/24/2024 - Long Distance Hike Training: Session #7, 15- 20 miles
Harriman State Park, NY
The training program prepares hikers to hike long distances and explore unfamiliar territories. Hikers help each other to achieve their goals. Hikers in the program build up their physical strength; improve their hiking skills and develop good judgement under difficult situations. Hikers practice on the trails to visit the 13 target points of the Gin's Challenge Hike. The hikers are required to hike at least 8 hours for each session.
Meeting Time/Place: 7:30 AM at the Trailhead
Leaders: Iris Liu/XiaoJing Wei

Saturday 2/24/2024 - Wanaque Ridge and Ramapo Lake Hike / Level B & C
Ramapo Mountain State Forest, NJ
Starting from a higher elevation on the Skyline Drive upper parking, visit the many target views with less uphill hikes. Follow the Castle Loop trail to visit the Stone Tower and the castle Ruins. Take the Orange trail to visit the Profile Rock and the Wanaque Ridge. Views on the ridge are stunning. Walk on the west shore for a good view of the Ramapo Lake. Take a easy walk back to the parking. Option to hike the LeGrande Hill Loop to visit the lookout points on the hill.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at Skyline Drive Upper parking lot
Leaders: Davy Mak/Ada Jow/Nancy Liang

Sunday 2/25/2024 - CMCNY Membership Meeting & Spring Festival Gathering
Elmhurst, NY
The General Membership Meeting is an experience sharing and get together party for all members and their friends. It will be held at the St. James Episcopal Church, 84-07 Broadway, Elmhurst, NY. The event features a buffet dinner, slide show on our exotic expeditions, raffle, games, used gears exchange and preview of upcoming activities. Open enrollment for new members. Reservation is required. Fees: Free for members, $10 guest of members.
Meeting Time/Place: 2:00 PM at St. James Episcopal Church
Leaders: Jessica Liu/Kwok-Chi Ng/Steve Huang/Sharon Yan


Saturday 3/2/2024 - Johnsontown Circle to Lake Skenonto winter Hike / Levels B & C
Harriman State Park, NY
From JTC, follow Blue Disc Trail to climb up Dater Mtn. Visit the curtain of icicles hanging from the cliff at Elbow Brush. Climb up Claudius Smith Den to enjoy the winter view of Blauvelt Mountain. Continue on TMI and RD trail, then take the Victory Trail to the frozen Lake Skenonto. After lunch, go along the bank of Lake Sebago to the Triangle (Yellow)Trail. Follow the Triangle and then the White Bar Trails back to JCT.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders:
Chwen (Jun) Best/HY Lee/Cherry Lau

Saturday 3/2/2024 - Long Distance Hike Training: Session #8, 18- 25 miles
Harriman State Park, NY
The training program prepares hikers to hike long distances and explore unfamiliar territories. Hikers help each other to achieve their goals. Hikers in the program build up their physical strength; improve their hiking skills and develop good judgement under difficult situations. Hikers practice on the trails to visit the 13 target points of the Gin's Challenge Hike. The hikers are required to hike at least 9 hours for each session.
Meeting Time/Place: 7:30 AM at the Lake Sebago Boat Launch Parking
Leaders: Iris Liu/MinHui Li/Wei Chen

Saturday 3/9/2024 - Dunderberg / Bald Mountain 7 & 11 miles Hike / Levels B & C
Dunderberg Mountain - Bear Mountain State Park
Start from the parking lot at 9W/202, follow the blue trail to trace the route of the Railway. Continue to the Timp. Change to the red R-D Trail to Bald Mountain and Cornell Mine. Follow the R-D trail to the viewpoint on top of Jones Point. There is the view of Indian Point Power Plant across the Hudson River. Come down on a steep grade to the parking. The longer route: from the Timp, take Timp-Torne Trail (blue), pass West Mountain, turn left on S-BM trail (yellow), then turn left on R-D (red), then join the shorter route.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders: Amy Tien/Lian Jiang

Saturday 3/9/2024 - Long Distance Hike Training: Session #9, 18- 25 miles
Harriman State Park, NY
The training program prepares hikers to hike long distances and explore unfamiliar territories. Hikers help each other to achieve their goals. Hikers in the program build up their physical strength; improve their hiking skills and develop good judgement under difficult situations. Hikers practice on the trails to visit the 13 target points of the Gin's Challenge Hike. The hikers are required to hike at least 9 hours for each session.
Meeting Time/Place: 7:30 AM at the Trailhead
Leaders: Jimmy Xing/Rosa Melgar/XiaoTao Shi

Sunday 3/10/2024 - Lake Askoti to Island Pond Scenic Hike -- Level B & C
Harriman State Park, NY
Take the A-SB (red triangle) trail to Time Square. Go up the Hogencamp Mountain and visit the lookout points on R-D and Lichen trails. Continue to visit the famous rock formation of Lemon Squeezer. Go west on the AT trail to the north shore of Island Pond. Change to a service road to a secluded spot, south of Island pond. Retrace back on the service road and follow the scenic Dunning (yellow) trail back to the parking. Avid hikers can extend the hike to visit the lookout points on Black Rock Mountain before heading back to the parking lot.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at trail head
Leaders: Jessica Liu/Nancy Liang

Saturday 3/16/2024 - Storm King Mt to Pitching Point Loop Hike / Level B & C
Cornwall, NY
From the Route 9W (North) trailhead parking lot, ascend Storm King Mt. on the Butter Hill Trail (orange). Then follow the yellow Stillman Trail through many scenic viewpoints overlooking the Hudson River. Change to the blue Howell Trail to loop around North Point with a view that looks like a Scandinavian fjord. Return via Pitching Point with more viewpoints. 
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trail head
Leaders: Chwen (Jun) Best/Iris Liu

Saturday 3/16/2024 - Long Distance Hike Training: Session #10, 18- 25 miles
Harriman State Park, NY
The training program prepares hikers to hike long distances and explore unfamiliar territories. Hikers help each other to achieve their goals. Hikers in the program build up their physical strength; improve their hiking skills and develop good judgement under difficult situations. Hikers practice on the trails to visit the 13 target points of the Gin's Challenge Hike. The hikers are required to hike at least 9 hours for each session.
Meeting Time/Place: 7:30 AM at the Trailhead
Leaders: /Lucy Yu/Wei Chen

Saturday 3/16/2024 - Johnsontown- Time Square Loop 15 Mile Day Hike / Level E
Harriman state Park, NY
From the parking lot, follow the Blue trail pass Claudia Den, continue blue till tri-trail coner, change to R-D to Time Square (about 7.5 miles). Change to LP going west toward Lemon Squeezer. Turn to the White Bar trail going south. Connect to the TMI (red) trail back to Johnsontown circle.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:00 AM at Tuxedo Park Commuter Parking Lot
Leaders: Nancy Liang/Davy Mak

Sunday 3/17/2024 - Kakiat to Diamond Mt.- Pine Meadow- S-BM Loop, Level B&C
Harriman State Park, NY
From Kakiat County Park take Mountain trail (Orange) to Kakiat trail (white), after crossing Pine Meadow Brook, take trail (Blue) to Diamond Mt., then Yellow trail to Pine Meadow Lake. Follow Pine Meadow Lake trail (red) to Suffern Bear Mt. Making sharp right turn to S-BM trail to Kakiat trail (white) and downhill back to parking lot. *No Carpool Arrangement
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30AM at Kakiat Park
Leaders: Steve Huang

Saturday 3/23/2024 - Three Reservoirs/ Breakneck Mtn Loop, 6 - 8 Mile Hikes / Levels B & C
Harriman State Park, NY
Starting at parking lot off Rte 106, at the foothill of the Jackie Jones Mountain, follow the S-BM (yellow) trail for about half a mile. Then turn left to the unmarked road to visit the three reservoirs. At the end of the 3rd Reservoir, make a right on S-BM (yellow) trail going uphill. Hike the whole Breakneck Mtn (white) trail. Left turn on TMI (red) trail and then the service road to the Big Hill Shelter. Follow the paved road back to the parking. Relaxed hikers can take various shortcuts but do not miss the views at Big Hill Shelter.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 am at the Rte 106 roadside Trailhead Parking
Leaders: MeiSheng Liu/Sharon Yan/Davy Mak

Sunday 3/24/2024 - Long Distance Hike Training: Session #11, 18- 25 miles
Harriman State Park, NY
The training program prepares hikers to hike long distances and explore unfamiliar territories. Hikers help each other to achieve their goals. Hikers in the program build up their physical strength; improve their hiking skills and develop good judgement under difficult situations. Hikers practice on the trails to visit the 13 target points of the Gin's Challenge Hike. The hikers are required to hike at least 9 hours for each session.
Meeting Time/Place: 7:30 AM at the Trailhead
Leaders: Iris Liu/XiaoJing Wei/Rosa Melgar

Sunday 3/24/2024 - Ramapo Lake to Wanaque Ridge Loop Hike/ Levels B & C
Ramapo Mountain State Forest, NJ
From Skyline Dr.Lower Parking Lot, take Blue/Black trail to Ramapo lake. Turn left on the Red trail uphill to visit the view points; Continue on the red/blue trail to the Cannon Ball red trail. Continue to the orange trail to go up Wanaque Ridge to enjoy the expansive views. Follow the Orange trail to go downhill. Turn left onto the orange/black trail and then on unmark trail to connect to the white Castle Loop trail. Follow the white trail to visit the stone tower and the ruined mansion. Come down from the hill and follow the north shore of the lake back to the parking lot.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM Skyline Drive Lower Trailhead Parking
Leaders: Nancy Liang/Vincent Yu

Saturday 3/30/2024 - Seven Hills Trail, 7 & 9 miles Day Hike/ Level B & C
Harriman State Park, NY
From the Reeves Visitor center, take the Pine Meadow (red) Trail going south-west. Then switch to the 7 Hills Trail (blue) on the left. There are seven ups and downs along the trail. Some of them are quite steep. However you will be amazed on the expansive views on each climb. It is worth the workout. Have lunch on the ridge between North Hill and Chipmunk Mtn. When the blue trail meets the Pine Meadow (red) trail, continue on the 7 Hills (blue) trail up the Diamond Mtn. Change to yellow trail on the right to Pine Meadow (red) trail again. Make a right on the red trail and follow it back to the parking lot. C level hikers can make side trips to the Ramapo Torne, further up on Diamond Mtn Tower and the Pine Meadow Lake.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM Reeves Visitor Center
Leaders: Jessica Liu/Cherry Lau

Saturday 3/30/2024 - Long Distance Hike Training: Session #12, 10-13 checkpoints
Harriman State Park, NY
The training program prepares hikers to hike long distances and explore unfamiliar territories. Hikers help each other to achieve their goals. Hikers in the program build up their physical strength; improve their hiking skills and develop good judgement under difficult situations. Hikers practice on the trails to visit the 13 target points of the Gin's Challenge Hike. The hikers are required to hike at least 9 hours for each session.
Meeting Time/Place: 7:30 AM at the Trailhead
Leaders: Jimmy Xing/Lucy Yu/MinHui Li

Saturday 3/30/2024 - Kakiat to Diamond Mt.- Pine Meadow- S-BM Loop 15+ miles, Level D
Harriman State Park, NY
From Kakiat County Park take Mountain trail (Orange) to Kakiat trail (white), after crossing Pine Meadow Brook, take trail (Blue) to Diamond Mt., then Yellow trail to Pine Meadow Lake. Follow Pine Meadow Lake trail (red) to Suffern Bear Mt. Making sharp right turn to S-BM trail to Kakiat trail (white) and downhill back to parking lot. Avid hikers can extend the hike to Hawk Cliff on the S-BM trail on returning to the parking lot.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30AM at Kakiat Park
Leaders: Diana Lu/Rosa Melgar

Sunday 3/31/2024 - Four Lakes Hike, 8-10 miles/ B & C levels
Harriman State Park, NY
From the Sebago Boat Launch parking, take the 7-Hills trail to the lookout points on Diamond Mtn. Hike down to Pine Meadow Lake from Yellow and to Lake Wanoksink from unmarked road. Change to the TMI trail-Wood Town Road and Yellow to Resevoir 3. After Walking on the Breakneck ridge enjoying the expansive view of the Breakneck pond. Enjoy leisure smooth walk down Buck Trail (yellow) and Blue trail to the parking lot on Lake Sebago. *No carpool arrangement*
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 am at the Sebago Boat Launch
Leaders: Chwen (Jun) Best/HY Lee


Saturday 4/6/2024 - Long Distance Hike Training: Session #13, 10-13 checkpoints
Harriman State Park, NY
The training program prepares hikers to hike long distances and explore unfamiliar territories. Hikers help each other to achieve their goals. Hikers in the program build up their physical strength; improve their hiking skills and develop good judgement under difficult situations. Hikers practice on the trails to visit the 13 target points of the Gin's Challenge Hike. The hikers are required to hike at least 9 hours for each session.
Meeting Time/Place: 7:30 AM at the Trailhead
Leaders:
Wei Chen/XiaoJing Wei/XiaoTao Shi

Saturday 4/6/2024 - Norvin Green/ Weis Nature Center 6 - 9 Mile Hikes, Levels B & C
Norvin Green State Forest, NJ
From Weis Center, go up Ball Mtn. to the Vista point. Come downhill to Roomy Mine and view the cascades along the Blue Mine Brook. Continue on the Highland Trail to visit High Point which is famous for its rock ledges, pitch pines and panoramic view. Branch off to visit the lookout points at Carris Hill. Return to Weis Center by the service road. Avid hikers can extend the hike to the trails on Buck Mtn. *No Carpool Arrangement
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders: Ary Wu/Joe Chou

Sunday 4/7/2024 - Wildcat Mountain - Indian Hill Loop, 6 & 9 miles / levels B & C
Sterling Forest State Park, NY
The Wildcat Mountain and the Indian Hill offer many south-facing scenic views of the Ramapo Valley, Sterling Forest and Harriman State Park. The hilltop are dotted with scattered large rocks left behind from the glacial period. The loop trail starts from the parking lot at Route 17A. Follow the Wildcat Mountain (WC) and Indian Hill (IH) trails to the Appalachian Trail (AT white). Turn right on AT and enter Harriman State Park. Take the service road near Elk Pen to Lake Stahahe. Walk along the shore of the lake to Route 106. Turn right on Route 106 and walk back to the parking lot. A shorter version is to follow the WC trail to Indian Hill. Hike a complete loop on Indian Hill and retrace on the WC trail back to the parking lot.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trail head
Leaders: George Rogers

Saturday 4/13/2024 - Long Distance Hike Training: Session #14, 10-13 checkpoints
Harriman State Park, NY
The training program prepares hikers to hike long distances and explore unfamiliar territories. Hikers help each other to achieve their goals. Hikers in the program build up their physical strength; improve their hiking skills and develop good judgement under difficult situations. Hikers practice on the trails to visit the 13 target points of the Gin's Challenge Hike. The hikers are required to hike at least 9 hours for each session.
Meeting Time/Place: 7:30 AM at the Trailhead
Leaders: Tony Shu/Ling Zhou/Lucy Yu

Saturday 4/13/2024 - Mount Defiance & Five Ponds Hike / Levels B & C
Ringwood State Park, NJ
The hike starts on going up Mount Defiance. There are rocky vistas to view the surrounding Ramapo Mountains. Come down the mountain to tour the streams and woodlands. Take a leisure walk through the newly constructed Five Ponds Trail loop to see the beautiful ponds. Avid hikers can venture out to Ilgenstein Rock and the Bear Swamp Lake. *Limit to 20 people and No Carpool Arrangement.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders: Cherry Lau/Sharon Yen

Sunday 4/14/2024 - Annual Leaders Workshop
138-35 Elder Avenue Flushing NY
The annual leaders workshop will be held at 138-35 Elder Avenue April 14 2:00 pm -5:00 pm. Leaders please allocate your time to join the workshop. Food will be served after the workshop.
Meeting Time/Place: 1st Floor Meeting Room
Leaders: Kwok-Chi Ng/Chwen (Jun) Best/Shui-Kei Ng

Saturday 4/20/2024 - ALA Fundraising: Gin's Challenge Endurance 26+ mile Hike / Level F
Harriman State Park, NY
Hike for a good lung. Support American Lung Association in memory of Gin Goon. The annual Gin's Challenge Endurance Hike is a 30+ miles route passing through 13 target points. This challenging hike is named in honor of Gin Goon, a founder of CMCNY. He passed away in Oct. 2003. The hikers strive to visit the 13 target points going through strenuous mountain trails with many ups and downs covering many difficult terrains. The long distance hikers have been training hard for the past months for their strength, hiking skills, endurance and patience. This hike will be a testimony for their hard work and accomplishment.
Meeting Time/Place: 6:00AM at the trailhead
Leaders: Iris Liu/Chung Leung/Rosa Melgar/XiaoJing Wei

Saturday 4/20/2024 - ALA Fundraising: Gin's Challenge Jr. Hike -- Lake Askoti to 3 reservoirs Loop
Harriman State Park, NY
Hike for a good lung. Support American Lung Association in Memory of Gin Goon. From Lake Askoti, follow the Long Path to Big Hill Shelter. Visit the Flight 6231 Crash site Memorial. Hike leisurely to the Second and Third Reservoirs. Proceed to hike along the Sebago Bear Mountain Trail to cheer up the Gin's Challenge Hikers. Return to Lake Askoti via the Long Path. Cheer up the Gin's Hikers to continue their strenuous hike with water refill and snacks.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30AM at trailhead
Leaders: Ary Wu/Joe Chou/HY Lee

Saturday 4/20/2024 - ALA Fundraising: Gin's Challenge Medium range Hike -- 7 Hills Trail Loop
Harriman State Park, NY
Hike for a good lung. Support American Lung Association in memory of Gin Goon. From the Reeves Meadow Visitor Center, hike along Reeves Brook to Torne View. Then follow the 7 Hills Trail(B) and traverse the entire length to Lake Sebago. There are many steep ups and downs along the Trail. However you will be amazed on the expansive views on each climb. Cheer up the Gin's Challenge Hikers along the way. From Lake Sebago, find the fastest route to Big Hill Shelter to meet the Gin's Hikers again along the SBM trail. Hike leisurely on service roads to visit Lake Wanoksink and Pine Meadow Lake before arriving at the Visitor Center.
Meeting Time/Place: 7:30AM Reeves Meadow Visitor Center off 7 Lakes Drive
Leaders: Sharon Yan/Nancy Liang/Diana Lu

Saturday 4/27/2024 - ALA Fundraising: Claudius Smith Den/Parker Cabin Mtn. Hike/ Level B & C
Harriman State Park New York
Hike for a good lung. Support American Lung Association in memory of Gin Goon. Starting from Johnsontown Circle, hike along the Pound Mtn ridge to the gorgeous rock formation at Claudius Smith Den and continue to Tri Trail Center. Change to R-D trail to hike up the mountain to enjoy the views. Continue on the scenic Black Ash Mtn ridge to the lunch spot at Parker Cabin Mtn. Return by Triangle Yellow and White Bar passing the lakes of Skenonto and Sebago back to Johnsontown Circle.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders: Ary Wu/Joe Chou/Connie Htam


Saturday 5/4/2024 - ALA Fundraising: TMI - SBM to Pine Meadow Lake Loop, 8 & 11 Miles/ Level C
Harriman State Park, New York
Hike for a good lung. Support American Lung Association in memory of Gin Goon. Start from the east end of TMI and turn left to southbound of SBM. The most beautiful portion of the SBM trail provides gorgeous overlooks along the ridge. You can even see Manhattan on a sunny day. For short hike, turn to PM (red) trail and head to Pine Meadow Lake. For a longer hike, visit Stone Memorial Shelter then meet the other group at Pine Meadow Lake for lunch. In the afternoon, take a relaxed hike to visit a hidden lake along the puzzle-like service road and then return to the parking lot.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at TMI East End Parking Lot
Leaders:
Iris Liu/Frank Song

Saturday 5/4/2024 - ALA Fundraising: 2-Days Biking-Camping Hither Hills State Park in Montauk,
Long Island, New York
Bike for a good lung to fundraise for American Lung Association in memory of Gin Goon. Saturday: Biking South Fork 40+ Miles between Montauk Point and Sag Harbor; Camp at Hither Hills State Park; Sunday: Biking 40+ Miles between Sag Harbor, via Shelter Island to Orient Point. Camping fee: $25/person; BBQ $10/person. Limited camping space. Register before 4/20/2024. Note: Biking on paved road along rolling hills with a few gentle slopes; Optional: Extra night(Sunday) camping @ no extra cost; check out 11am Monday. Ben Lee Steve Chan Ken Lip 917-710-1263 917-216-1730 917-273-1257
Meeting Time/Place: Meeting Time/Place: Contact Trip Leaders for details
Leaders: Ben Lee/Steve Chan/Kenny Lip

Saturday 5/11/2024 - ALA Fundraising: Russian Bear to Pine Meadow Lake Hike / Level B & C
Harriman State Park, NY
Hike for a good lung. Support American Lung Association in memory of Gin Goon. Start from Reeve visitor center at 7 Lakes Drive, follow the blue trail, then orange trail to Russian Bear. After enjoying the view of the Ramapo valley, then go down to Pine Meadow Lake. Take a walk around the lake for the winter view and return to the visitor center through the yellow trail along the Stony Brook.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders: Bon Chiu/Danielle Liang

Saturday 5/18/2024 - ALA Fundraising: Lake Askoti to Island Pond Hike, 7-9 mile, Levels B & C
Lake Askoti, Harriman State Park, NY
Hike for a good lung. Support American Lung Association in memory of Gin Goon. Take the A-SB (red triangle) trail to Time Square. Go up the Hogencamp Mountain and visit the lookout points on R-D and Lichen trails. Continue to visit the famous rock formation of Lemon Squeezer. Go west on the AT trail to the north shore of Island Pond. Change to a service road to a secluded spot, south of Island pond. Retrace back on the service road and follow the scenic Dunning (yellow) trail back to the parking. Avid hikers can extend the hike to visit the lookout points on Black Rock Mountain before heading back to the parking lot. *Limit to 20 People and No Carpool Arrangement*
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at trail head
Leaders: Cherry Lau/Danielle Liang

Saturday 5/25/2024 - Memorial Day Family Camping at Kenneth Wilson State Park
Kenneth Wilson State Park, Catskill, NY
(5/25-5/27) With the panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, Kenneth Wilson campground features large, secluded and wooded campsites. Facilities on site include flush toilet, hot shower, play fields, beaches and boat/canoe rentals. There are plenty of bike routes nearby and hiking in the Catskill Mountains. Prepare your own camping equipment. Register and pay before 5/11/2024. Limit to 40 people. Fee includes 1st night BBQ: $30 /adults; $12 /children under 12 of age.
Meeting Time/Place: Contact leaders for details
Leaders: Kwok-Chi Ng/Chung Leung

Saturday 5/25/2024 - ALA Fundraising: West Mountain - Timp Torne, 6 & 8 Mile Day Hike / Level B & C
Harriman State Park, NY
Hike for a good lung. Support American Lung Association in Memory of Gin Goon. Hike for a good lung. Support American Lung Association in Memory of Gin Goon. Starting at the Anthony Wayne Parking Area, follow the White trail, then the FAWN (red) trail and then the Timp-Torne (blue) trail to meet the AT trail at West Mountain. Enjoy the many lookout points along the ridge. Short distance hikers follow Yellow trail to return to parking lot after lunch at the shelter. Avid hikers venture out to the Timp for lunch, then return by the 1777 Red trail back to the parking lot.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead
Leaders: Jessica Liu


Saturday 6/1/2024 - Lake Askoti - Lemon Squeezer Loop Hike / Levels B & C
Harriman State Park, NY
Follow ASB all the way to the huge boulders of Lemon Squeezer. Get the experience of squeezing between the boulders. Return by the White Bar, Dunning and the Long Path. Level C hikers extend the hike to Island Pond and Valley of Boulders. Enjoy the summer scenery.**No Carpool Arrangement
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30AM at Trailhead
Leaders:
Cherry Lau

Saturday 6/8/2024 - Pyramid Mountain 6 - 9 Mile Hikes / Levels B & C
Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, NJ
This is a natural preserve in the heart of the suburban Morris County, NJ. About 18,000 years ago, the Wisconsin Glacier deposited a number of extraordinary boulders and created beautiful landscapes with numerous swamps and streams in the area. Those in turn, help nourish the amazing array of wildflowers, birds and wild animals in this densely forested park. The area contains a maze of trails with many hidden viewpoints like the Tripod Rock, Bear Rock and to just naming a few. Therefore follow the trip leader and take your time to visit these interesting places. For faster hikers, they can extend the hike to Turkey Mountain and visit the reservoirs. *Limit to 20 People and No Carpool Arrangement*
Meeting Time/Place: Meeting Time/Place: 8:30AM at PMNHA Visiting Center, Kinnelon, NJ
Leaders: Homer Hsieh/Lucy Yu

Saturday 6/8/2024 - Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Rocks Trail Hike / Level B & C
Westchester County, NY
The hilly terrain in Ward Pound Ridge Reservation is a mix of second-growth hardwood forest, hemlock, laurel, bold rock outcroppings, steep ravines, wetlands, open meadows and mountain ridges. Start from the Michigan Road Parking Lot, take the Red Trail to explore the Leatherman's Cave Loop. Crossover to the Rocks Trail to visit the Dancing Rock, Bear Rock Petroglyph, Spy Rock, Castle Rock, Raven Rock and Indian Rock Shelter. Take the Blue Trail to Kimberly Bridge and walk along the beautiful Cross River. Leave the River on the Fox Hill Trail to visit the Trailside Nature Museum and then back to the parking lot.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Michigan Rd. Parking area
Leaders: Chwen (Jun) Best

Saturday 6/15/2024 - Guided Kayaking + Bannerman Castle Tour/ Level B
Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY
Storm King Adventure Tours in Cornwall-on-Hudson offers a 3-hour guided tour to visit the famous Bannerman Castle! Begin your adventure by taking a leisurely paddle across the Hudson River before arriving at Wee-bay. We then make our way up from the shore on the walking trails. A Bannerman Castle Historian then directs a tour along the walkways. This tour is best for those who enjoy learning about our local history. Light hiking and many stairs are apart of this tour. Round trip paddling distance of approximately 2.5 miles. Limit to 25 people and members only. $90/pp Registration before 7/10/2023.
Meeting Time/Place: 9:30 AM at Storm King Adventure Tours,
Leaders: Jimmy Xing

Saturday 6/15/2024 - Four Lakes Hike, 8-10 miles/ B & C levels
Harriman State Park, NY
From the Sebago Boat Launch parking, take the 7-Hills trail to the lookout points on Diamond Mtn. Hike down to Pine Meadow Lake from Yellow and to Lake Wanoksink from unmarked road. Change to the TMI trail-Wood Town Road and Yellow to Resevoir 3. After Walking on the Breakneck ridge enjoying the expansive view of the Breakneck pond. Enjoy leisure smooth walk down Buck Trail (yellow) and Blue trail to the parking lot on Lake Sebago. *No carpool arrangement*
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 am at the Sebago Boat Launch
Leaders: Chwen (Jun) Best/Jessica Liu

Saturday 6/22/2024 - Wildcat Mountain - Indian Hill Loop, 9 & 13 miles / levels B & C
Sterling Forest + Harriman State Park, NY
The Wildcat Mountain and the Indian Hill offer many south-facing scenic views of the Ramapo Valley, Sterling Forest and Harriman State Park. The hilltop are dotted with scattered large rocks left behind from the glacial period. The loop trail starts from the parking lot at Route 17A. Follow the Wildcat Mountain (WC) and Indian Hill (IH) trails to the Appalachian Trail (AT white). Turn right on AT and enter Harriman State Park. Take the service road near Elk Pen to Valley of Boulder to White Bar. Crossing route 106 to Parker Cabin Hollow (O) and through Route 106 again to the parking lot. A shorter version is to follow the WC trail to Indian Hill. Hike a complete loop on Indian Hill and retrace on the WC trail back to the parking lot.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at trail head
Leaders: Iris Liu/XiaoTao Shi

Saturday 6/29/2024 - Silvermine Lake to Stockbridge Mountain Bradley Mine Cave Hike / Level B & C
Harriman State Park, NY
From Silvermine Lake, take the Menomine (yellow) trail to Lake Nawahunta and continue to the Cave Shelter on Stockbridge Mountain. Walk along the ridge on the Long Path for the many beautiful views. Come down to and walk on the Arden Valley Road to search for the Bradley Mine Cave. Feel the cool breeze coming from the cave. The sunlight through the roof opening creates colorful images inside the cave. Descend from the cave and hike to Lake Tiorati. Follow the R-D trail to go up Goshan Mountain and down to the parking lot
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the Silvermine Lake Parking Lot
Leaders: Amy Tien/Lian Jiang







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