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Saturday 6/3/2023 - ALA Fundraising: Sterling Forest Lake Loop 9/14 Miles Day Hikes/ Levels C & D Sterling Forest State Park, NY Begin from Visitor Center to take Blue and Orange (Bare Rock trail) Continue to take Blue/HT Sterling Ridge trail to Sterling Valley trail (yellow), then blue (sterling Lake) circling around the lake all the way back to visitor center. To take a longer (5 miles extra) but not strenuous hike, you may continue to Bare Rock view point to overlook Greenwood Lake. And Red to visit Fire Tower to rejoin the group by taking Blue /HT to circle around the Lake. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at trailhead Leaders: Jessica Liu/Iris Liu Saturday 6/3/2023 - ALA Fundraising in Memory of Gin Goon: Popolopen Torne to Turkey Hill Lake Hike Bear Mountain State Park, NY From the Anthony Wayne Recreation Area, follow the Timp Torne Trail to go up to the Popolopen Torne. Some interesting rock scrambling is need to climb to the summit. The summit offers a panoramic view over Bear Mountain, Hudson River and the West Point Academy. Descend and walk along the Popolopen Gorge to visit the remains of the Queensboro Furnace. Continue to visit the tranquil Turkey Hill Lake. Return by the Anthony Wayne Trail back to the parking Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead Leaders: Chung Leung/Sharon Yen Sunday 6/4/2023 - ALA Fundraising in Memory of Gin Goon: Biking Old Westbury to Oyster Bay - 40+ m Old Westbury to Oyster Bay, Long Island NY *Date Changed to Sunday. Starting from the IU Willet Middle School, bike on country roads to Oyster Bay. Visit Sagamore Hill, Roosevelt Memorial Sanctuary, Planting Fields Arboretum and many gorgeous estates on the way. This trip dose not bike on Bike Trail. We will 100% biking on a shared road with some/normal car traffic. Total elevation gain is 2000+ feet. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM IU Willet Middle School Leaders: Diana Lu/Kwok-Chi Ng/Nancy Liang Sunday 6/4/2023 - ALA Fundraising in Memory of Gin Goon: Bull Hill & Breakneck Ridge hike/ 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 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 Saturday 6/10/2023 - ALA Fundraising: West Mt - Bear Mt Loop 7 & 9 Miles Day Hike/ B & C levels Bear Mountain State Park, NY Starting from the Anthony Wayne Rec. area at exit 1, Starting from Red Fawn and change to the AT (white) trail to go up Bear Mtn to the Perkins Tower. Come down the mountain via Major Welch Trail (red) to the lake for lunch. After lunch, follow the yellow trail and 1777 back to the parking lot. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trail head Leaders: Cherry Lau/John Li/Carina Li Saturday 6/10/2023 - ALA Fundraising: Popolopen Torne/ Anthony Nose Hike/ 6 & 10 miles Levels B&C Bear Mountain State Park, NY Starting from the Fort Montgomery Parking Lot(by 9W), follow the blue trail to Popolopen Torne. Some rock scrambling is required but the panoramic view at the Torne is rewarding. Descend on the Red trail and continue to Bear Mt Bridge. For a longer hike, you will follow the AT White trail through Bear Mt Bridge change to Blue trail to Anthony Nose and return to Parking lot through the Bridge again. Long or short distances are available. *Arrange your own transportation. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead Leaders: Sharon Yen/Iris Liu Sunday 6/11/2023 - 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 reach the Ridge Overlook where there is a gorgeous view of the valley. Hike down the hill 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: Kwok-Chi Ng/Diana Lu Saturday 6/17/2023 - Storm King Mountain Hike, 7 - 10 Miles / 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 ford. Return via Pitching Point with more viewpoints. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trail head Leaders: Sharon Yan/HY Lee Saturday 6/17/2023 - Sat/ Sun: June 17- 18, 2 days biking/camping Taconic State park (Rudd Pond) Rudd Pond-Taconic State Park, New York From Rudd Pond Campsite: Choice 1: Bike around local towns on open country roads, about 50 miles. Visit the shops/ restaurants of what these historic communities have to offer. Choice 2: Bike on the paved Harlem River Rail Trail passing through farms, wetlands, beaver ponds, rolling pastures, and magnificent vistas, 30 to 40 miles Camping fee: $10 /person; costs-shared BBQ; Space is limited. Priority will be given to members who actively help out in CMC activities. Meeting Time/Place: Rudd Pond Campsite Leaders: Ben Lee/Steve Chan/Kenny Lip Sunday 6/18/2023 - Doodletown Bridle Path, 8 Mile Day Hike / Level B & C Bear Mountain State Park Start from Parking lot nearby Bear Mtn Inn. Hike 1777 to Blue (Cornell Mine Trail) begins with a short to visit the remains of Edison mine. A steep hike to change to Cornell Mine and Red (Dundernberg) and to reach Bald Mt. The mountain top where a panoramic view is outstanding. After Lunch, you will take Red/1777 with Yellow(S-BM), a path full of historic remains and back to parking lot. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at trailhead Leaders: Kwok-Chi Ng/Diana Lu Saturday 6/24/2023 - Iron Mines trail, 6 & 9 miles Day Hikes/ Levels B & C Harriman State Park, NY Peep into the mining past of Harriman State Park by visiting the remnants of some old iron mines. Starting from Lake Skannatati, visit the Hogencamp Mine then to the Surbridge Mine. Hike along the Surbridge Mine Rd where wild flowers are abundant in spring time. Lunch at the shelter. Then hike to the Fingerboard Shelter to enjoy the view of Lake Tiorati. Connect to the service road and hike to the Pine Swamp Mine. Then pick up the A-SB trail back to Lake Askoti. There are many turns and sections of the trail are unmarked. Therefore all novice hikers must follow the leaders. Adventurous hikers extend the hike to Boston Mine with the bonus of the terrific views of Island Pond and atop mountain ridges. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the Lake Askoti Parking Lot Leaders: Chung Leung/Shui-Kei Ng Saturday 6/24/2023 - Claudia Den with Pound & Dater Mt, 6 Mile/Level B (suitable for Family Hike) Harriman State Park, NY A trail with history and geographical interest to start from Tuxedo train station. Take TMI to Claudia Smith Den, to continue to Elbow Brush to pass Pound Mt. and Daters Mt. Rest at Almost Perpendicular/old Dater Mine for expansive view. Down hill to Kakiate trail (white) to hike down to Tuxedo train station. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at Trailhead Leaders: Sharon Yan/Nancy Liang Saturday 7/1/2023 - Silvermine Lake/ Stockbridge Mountain Hike / Level B & C Harriman State Park, NY Starting from the Silvermine Lake picnic area, follow the yellow trail to the Brien Memorial Shelter.Then change to RD. Cross over to the Long Path near Lake Tiorati. Follow the Long Path to visit the Hippo Rock and the Cave shelter. Return by the Yellow Menomine trail back to Silvermine Lake Picnic area. *No Carpool Arrangement Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead Leaders: Iris Liu Saturday 7/1/2023 - 4th July Independence Day 3 nights Family Camping Kenneth Wilson State Park, Catskill, NY 7/1-7/4 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 6/20/2023. 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: Chung Leung/Nancy Liang/Cloe Dong Saturday 7/8/2023 - Norvin Green State Forest 6 and 8 Miles Day Hikes/ levels B & C Ringwood, NJ Start from the Otter Hole trailhead. Follow Blue, then white to Chikahoki Falls. Climb up Carris Hill, then Yoo-Hoo Points and High Points. Visit all the lookout points and return to the trailhead. Due to the congestion at the trailhead parking, the hike starts early at 8:00 AM. Meeting Time/Place: 8:00 AM at the trailhead Leaders: Homer Hsieh/James Yu Saturday 7/8/2023 - Sterling Ridge and Lake Hike /Level B & C Sterling State Forest, NY Start from the Visitor Center with nice displays, easy walk to visit the historic Sterling Furnace built in the 1700s. It was then restored in the 1950s. Change to the Orange Trail to reach the top of the Sterling Ridge to get a stunning view of the Sterling Lake and the mountains on the background. Walk along the Ridge then enters the woods to descend to the Sterling Lake. Walk northbound along the lake and cross an inlet on a berm to the east side. Continue to follow the Blue Trail back to the visitors center. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead Leaders: Iris Liu/Ling Zhou Sunday 7/9/2023 - Wanaque Ridge and Ramapo Lake Hike / level B & C Ramapo Mountain State Forest, NJ From the Skyline Drive upper parking, take the Tamarack Loop trail (purple) to visit the Todd Lake and Lake Tarmarck. Then join the Castle Loop trail to visit the Stone Tower and the Ruins. Take the Orange trail to visit the Profile Rock and the Wanaque Ridge. Views on the ridge is stunning. Walk on the west shore for a spring scenery 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 the Skyline Drive Upper Parking Lot Leaders: Chung Leung Saturday 7/15/2023 - 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/Iris Liu Saturday 7/15/2023 - Claudius Smith Den/Parker Cabin Mtn. 7 Miles Day Hike/ Level B & C Harriman State Park New York 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 RD to hike slowly on the uphills and 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: Amy Tien/Lian Jiang Saturday 7/15/2023 - Hudson River Bridges / Yonkers Rail Trail Grand Loop 45 Mile Biking Piermont / Yonkers Rail Trail , NJ & NY From G. Washington Bridge Bus Terminal, bike over GW Bridge to Fort Lee —>then head north on Rt 9W to Piermont, NY—>continue on Piermont Rd—River Rd to S. Nyack/Mario Cuomo Bridge —>cross the Bridge to Tarrytown & Elmsford, then take South County Rail Trail to La Lanterna (option for a refreshing Italian lunch) then continue to Van Cortlandt Park/242 St. Either bike or take #1 subway back to the bus terminal. Taking public transportation to trailhead is encouraged. Meeting Time/Place: 9:00AM/GW Bus Terminal, Fort Washington Ave/178 Street Leaders: Ben Lee/Steve Chan/Kenny Lip Sunday 7/16/2023 - Stonetown Circular Hike / Levels B & C Long Pond Ironworks State Park & Norvin Green State Forest, 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. A shorter route passes through residential neighborhood with beautiful houses. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at trailhead parking lot Leaders: Jennifer Chen Saturday 7/22/2023 - Askoti - Island Pond - Valley of Boulders Loop Hike; 9 - 11 mile Level B & C Harriman State Park, NY From Askoti Parking lot, take ASB (red) to Lemon Squeeze. take AT (south) then Red to Stahahe Brook trail to Valley of Boulders. Continue to Dunning (yellow) to Long Path to return to Askoti parking lot. For a shorter alternative, after the Lemon Squeeze, you may take Island Pond Road to connect Dunning and Long Path to return to Askoti Parking Lot. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30AM at Trailhead Leaders: Sharon Yan/Ada Jow/Davy Mak Saturday 7/22/2023 - Hook Mountain trail, Day Hike 6 & 8 Miles Day Hike, Levels B & C Hook Mountain, New York Starting at the trailhead near Rockland Park, go north to Haverstraw Park. If lucky, we will enjoy the picking of RASPBERRY. Have lunch at the picnic area along the Hudson River. The C level hikers go further to visit the Hook Mountain via Nyack Beach. There are many outstanding viewpoints over the river along the cliff. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at trailhead Leaders: MeiSheng Liu/Jennifer Chen Sunday 7/23/2023 - Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, 8 Miles Hike Brooklyn & Queens, NYC The Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge is a National Recreation Area. The refuge encompasses open bay and islands, fresh and saltwater ponds, fields, woods and marsh. It hosts vast array of wildflowers and bird species. It offers great views and many photo opportunities. The wildlife habitat is like an oasis in the middle of New York City. Sections of trail pass through residential neighborhood. The hike starts and ends at different locations and taking public transportation is more convenient. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30AM Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, Cross Bay Blvd., Queens Leaders: Hong Huang/Cloe Dong Saturday 7/29/2023 - Breakneck Ridge, ***Cancelled Hudson Highlands State Park, NY ***Cancelled Meeting Time/Place: ***Cancelled Leaders: YuShan Li/Vincent Yu Saturday 7/29/2023 - Diamond Mountain and Four Lakes Hike, 5 - 11 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 towards Pine Meadow lake and visit the Ga-Nus-Quah Rock and the cascades on the river. Go around Pine Meadow Lake and hike to Lake Wanoksink. Change to the TMI trail to Lake Sebago. Walk on the western shore of the lake to Lake Skenonto. Enjoy the views of the lakes and return to the parking lot on Lake Sebago. Avid hikers can extend the hike to the nearby mountains. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 am at the Sebago Boat Launch Leaders: Ling Zhou/Ada Jow Sunday 7/30/2023 - Stone Living Room Norvin Green State Forest Exploration Hike / Level B & C Norvin Green State Forest, NJ The Stone Living Room is a mysterious race of stone masons that remain anonymous up in the Torne Mountain. The hike starts off to find this hidden gem. Descend from the torne to visit the Chikahoki Falls, one of the most beautiful waterfalls in NJ. Continue to visit the lookout points on Carris Hill, Yoo-Hoo Point and Wyanokie High Points. Return to the parking lot by the Otter Hole (green) trail. Meeting Time/Place: 8:00 AM Otter Hole Parking Lot Leaders: Jennifer Chen/Danielle Liang Saturday 8/5/2023 - Mount Defiance & Five Ponds Hike, 6 & 8 miles / 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. Visit the NJ Botanical Garden before heading back to the parking lot. Avid hikers can venture out to Ilgenstein Rock and the Bear Swamp Lake. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead Leaders: Jessica Liu/Cloe Dong Saturday 8/5/2023 - 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: YuShan Li/Cherry Lau Sunday 8/6/2023 - Bearfort Mt, Woodruff Gap to Prospect Rock Hike / Level B&C Hewitt, NJ Take the Orange trail to Surprise Lake, then follow blue and AT to Prospect Rock and the Grand View. Enjoy the spectacular views of the Greenwood Lake. After lunch, follow the yellow to connect to the green trail. Pass the Woodruff Gap to go back to the parking lot. The B level hike will follow the yellow short cut to the green trail without going to the Grand View Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead Leaders: Jennifer Chen Saturday 8/12/2023 - Three Reservoirs / TMI Loop Hike, 6 - 8 Miles / 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. Follow the unmarked trail to TMI. Then catch the Breakneck Mtn trail and the S-BM trail back to the parking lot. C Level hikers may hike on the unmarked Woodtown Road to reach TMI, turn right to reach (W) and turn right on (W) --> S-BM back to the parking area. **No Carpool Arrangement Meeting Time/Place: Meeting Time/Place: 8:30AM at Trailhead Leaders: Ada Jow/Cherry Lau Saturday 8/12/2023 - Scenic Lake Sebago to Parker Cabin Mountain Hike / Level B & C Harriman State Park, NY From the Sebago Boat Launch area, walk along the Lake Sebago eastern shore to the 7 Lakes Drive dam. Continue to walk along the western shore to Lake Skenonto. Both lakes offer scenic views for all 4 seasons. Take a gentle route up the Parker Cabin Mountain for an expansive view of the Black Ask Mountain and Blauvelt Mountain. Go downhill to Claudius Smith Den through the Black Ash Swamp. Continue on the TMI trail back to the parking lot. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 am at the Sebago Boat Launch Leaders: YuShan Li/Vincent Yu Sunday 8/13/2023 - Secret Garden Trail & Old Mines exploration Hike / 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. Enjoy the many blooming wild flowers along the path. 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: Chung Leung/Jennifer Chen Saturday 8/19/2023 - Terrace Pond/ Bearfort Mountain Hike, 7 & 10 Miles / Level B & C Abram Hewitt State Forest, NJ Terrace Pond is an aquatic gem that lies at an altitude of 1,380 feet located in the Abram Hewitt State Forest near West Milford, NJ. Terrace Pond is surrounded by steep cliffs of puddingstone conglomerate, with nearby blueberry swamps and impressive stands of rhododendron. The expansive views on top of the mountain ridges worth the effort of some steep climbs. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at Hiking Terrace Pond Parking Leaders: Steve Huang/Nancy Liang Saturday 8/19/2023 - 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 reach the Ridge Overlook where there is a gorgeous view of the valley. Hike down the hill 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: Chung Leung/Tony Shu Sunday 8/20/2023 - 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: Hong Huang/Cloe Dong Saturday 8/26/2023 - AT - Eastern Pinnacles to Arden Mountain section, 17 Mile Day Hike / Level D Greenwood Lake, NY This hike travels along the Appalachian Trail. From Route 17A's AT trailhead, it climbs to two fascinating puddingstone rock outcrops, Eastern Pinnacles and Cat Rocks, with panoramic views north and east over the hills of Sterling Forest. Continue on AT and passs Fitzgerald Falls and Arden Mountain, then leave At and hike Indian Hill and Wildcat Mountain to Tuxedo Park and Ride parking lot. This is a one-way hike and car shuttle arrangement is needed to transfer hikers back to their cars. Meeting Time/Place: 7:30 AM at trailhead parking lot Leaders: Tony Shu/Sharon Yen Saturday 8/26/2023 - 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: Nancy Liang/Shui-Kei Ng Sunday 8/27/2023 - Splitrock Reservoir & Indian Cliff Hike / Levels B & C Farny State Park, NJ This loop combines a section of the Four Birds Trail with the Splitrock Trail to circle the Splitrock Reservoir. Enjoy views of the reservoir and Misty Pond from Indian Cliffs. The relentless minor elevation changes of the Highlands terrain gives you a good workout. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30AM at Trailhead Leaders: Jennifer Chen/Chung Leung Saturday 9/2/2023 - 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: Jessica Liu/Shui-Kei Ng Saturday 9/2/2023 - Labor Day Family Camping (3 days, 9/2 - 9/4) Tobyhanna State Park, PA Tobyhanna State Park is located in the scenic northeastern Pennsylvania. The park includes the 170-acre Tobyhanna Lake which is good for fishing and boating. Tobyhanna is derived from an Native Indian word meaning "a stream whose banks are fringed with alder". Campground facilities include flush toilets, hot showers, boat rentals. Activities include 1st night BBQ, campfire, hiking, biking, Kayaking, Canoeing. Register online before 8/26. Fees(Include 1st night BBQ); $25 adults, $15 children under age of 12. Meeting Time/Place: Contact Leaders for details. Leaders: Chung Leung/Nancy Liang Saturday 9/2/2023 - Mount Minsi Appalachian Trail (AT) Hike, Level B & C Delaware Water Gap, NJ/ PA Mount Minsi is the peak on the Pennsylvania side of the chasm carved by the Delaware River into the mountains that form the Water Gap. The AT traverses along the cliffs of the water gap and passes over Mt. Minsi, Delaware Bridge, Mt. Tammary and entering New Jersey. The trail offers stunning views of the River, Water Gap, Mt. Tammary and the highways. The hike starts from the Lake Lenape AT trailhead and visits the Council Rock, Lookout Rock and lovely waterfalls. Avid hikers can follow the AT to visit Mt. Tammary. Meeting Time/Place: 9:30 AM at the Trailhead Leaders: Chung Leung Saturday 9/9/2023 - Two day Rhode Island bike trip Providence, Rhode Island Day one:The East Bay Bike Path is a 14.5-mile (23.3 km) paved rail trail in Rhode Island. The path begins in Providence and India Point Park, crosses the Seekonk River via the George Redman Linear Park (opened September 2015[1]) and Washington Bridge and continues southeast to Bristol along the shoreline of Narragansett Bay. It is part of the East Coast Greenway. Day two: The Blackstone River Bikeway is the state's second-longest bike path, with 18.2 miles of bikeway - which includes 11.6 miles of path between Cumberland and Woonsocket and segments of on and off-road bikeway heading south to India Point Park in Providence and north to the Massachusetts. **Leader will send you the accommodation options after your registration.** Meeting Time/Place: Contact trip leader for details Leaders: Li Kunin Saturday 9/9/2023 - The Timp and Dunderberg Mountain Hike / Level B and C Bear Mountain State Park, New York The hike walks portion of the unfinished Dunderberg Spiral Railway built in 1890. Visit remnants of the tunnels and graded railbeds. Starting from the R-D trail head roadside parking at 9W/202, follow the Timp-Torne trail (blue) to climb up to the Timp. Enjoy many lookout points of the Hudson River and Highlands along the ridge. After lunch, take R-D (red) trail through Bald Mtn & Cornell Mine to go back to parking lot. Short walk hikers can take short cuts. ** Storms in July caused many of the trails in the area to close due to hazardous conditions. The hike is changed to hiking the Diamond Mountain and four lakes. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead Leaders: Chung Leung/Iris Liu Saturday 9/9/2023 - Causmett State Historic Park + Cold Spring Harbor, 8-9 miles, Level B & C Lloys Island + Cold Spring Harbor Long Island 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 Sound and nature trails over acres of woodland and meadows. Visit the gorgeous mansions owned by the rich Llyod and Field on way back additional 2-mile out-and-back trail near Cold Spring Harbor, New York. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a very popular area for birding, cross-country skiing, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Meeting Time/Place: Leaders: Chwen (Jun) Best/Sharon Yen Sunday 9/10/2023 - Wildcat Ridge exploration and Hawks watch hike / Level B & C Farny State Park, NJ The hike features rugged trails through a very pretty forest with several stream hops and glacier-shaped rock formations. The hike starts from the boat launch parking at the Splitrock Reservoir. Hike uphill through a maze of woods roads to the Hawk Watch platform with the breathtaking view of the Highlands forest and valleys. Follow the Beach Glen trail (blue) to visit the remains of two mine caves. Continue to visit the bat hibernculum, Beaver Pond and the Split Rock Furnace before reaching the parking lot. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead Leaders: Jennifer Chen/Chung Leung Saturday 9/16/2023 - Ramapo Mountain Lakes and Wanaque Ridge Hike / level B & C Ramapo Mountain State Forest, NJ From the Skyline Drive upper parking, cross the road to visit the pretty Todd Lake and Lake Tamarack. Then follow the Castle Loop trail to visit the Stone Tower and the Castle Ruins. Continue on 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 an easy walk back to the parking lot. Option to hike the LeGrande Hill Loop to visit the lookout points on the hill. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the Skyline Drive Upper Parking Lot Leaders: Chung Leung/Rosa Melgar Saturday 9/16/2023 - Beacon Mountain and Fishkill Ridge Hike / Level B - C Hudson Highlands State Park Preserve, NY Beacon Mountain is a popular spot for hikers and nature lovers. The summit is 1,619 feet above sea level. The lookout points on the trails offer incredible panoramic views of the Town of Beacon, the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge and the Hudson River. The hike starts from the parking lot of the Mount Beacon Incline Railway which was built for the now ruined Casino Resort in the mountain and was the steepest railway in the world during its operation. Visit the ruins of the Incline Railway and Fire Tower. Continue to hike to the scofield Ridge, Fishkill Ridge, Lamb Hill and downhill to the parking lot. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 Am at trailhead Leaders: Iris Liu/Bon Chiu Sunday 9/17/2023 - 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 Saturday 9/23/2023 - Kakiat Mtn - Pine Meadow Lake Hike, 10 mile, Levels C Harriman State Park, NY From Kakiat Park, take the Mountain Trail (Orange) - steep and rocky - which ascends the escarpment to a panoramic viewpoint where the Manhattan skyline is visible. Continue on Kakiat Trail (White), then followed by Suffern-Bear Mt. Trail (Yellow), Conklin Road (W) and Pine Meadow Trail (Red) to the lakeside lunch spot. After lunch, either take the service road (Torne Valley Road) or Raccoon Brook Hills (Black-on-White) to connect to Kakiat Trail (White). Turn left onto Kakiat Trail and hike back to the parking lot. *No carpool arrangements. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at Kakiat County Park parking lot Leaders: Sharon Yan/Davy Mak Saturday 9/23/2023 - Semi-annual Trail Maintenance / Level B Shore Path, Palisades Interstate Park, NY/NJ Trail maintenance of the Shore Path trail along the Hudson River in New Jersey; pick up trash, trim protruding branches, etc. Trip leaders will provide tools. Light refreshments will be offered at the end of the activity. This is a very important event for the club as it is our duty to serve our community and conserve the nature for the future. Meeting Time/Place: 8:00 AM at the trailhead parking lot Leaders: Tony Shu/Chung Leung/Kwok-Chi Ng/Shui-Kei Ng Sunday 9/24/2023 - Mount Defiance & Six 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 of the Skylands Manor. Take a leisure walk through the newly constructed Five Ponds Trail loop to see the beautiful ponds. Continue to visit the Potake Pond and Shepherd Lake. Visit the NJ Botanical Garden before heading back to the parking lot. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at the trailhead Leaders: Chung Leung/Jessica Liu Sunday 9/24/2023 - Hudson River Bridges / Yonkers Rail Trail Grand Loop -- 40 miles bike tour Fort Lee/ Nyack / Tarrytown /Bronx From GW Bridge Bus Terminal, bike over GW Bridge to Fort Lee, NJ —>then head north on Hudson Terrace —>Rt 9W to Piermont, NY —>continue on Piermont Rd/River Rd to South Nyack-Mario Cuomo Bridge —>cross over Cuomo Bridge to Tarrytown-Elmsford, —> then take South County Rail Trail to Van Cortlandt Park at 242 Street for #1 subway-train home or back to GW Bridge Bus Terminal. Meeting Time/Place: ** Biking Tour cancelled due to bad weather ** Leaders: Ben Lee/Steve Chan/Kenny Lip Saturday 9/30/2023 - Mid-Autumn Festival Backpacking and moon viewing, Levels B & C Harriman State Park, NY Learn to prepare a light pack for an overnight camp out in the wilderness. From the trailhead meeting location, hike to Black Rock Mountain to look for a good location to camp and view the moon. The same location will be used by the other hikers who will do the moon viewing there but not stay overnight. Setup camp, do short hikes around the area and wait for the other hikers to join in for the moon viewing. Enjoy the night in the cozy tent under the bright moonlight. The next day, hike with the light backpack to return to the parking lot. Option to join the Sunday hikers for a longer backpacking hike. If you are also doing the Saturday day hike, let the day hike leader know that you are doing the moon viewing. The Day hike leader will show you the moon viewing spot to meet the other moon viewing hikers Meeting Time/Place: Contact the leaders for the Meeting time and location Leaders: Nancy Liang/Sharon Yan Saturday 9/30/2023 - Mid-Autumn Festival: Lake Askoti- Island Pond Hike, 7-9 mile, Levels 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 lot. Let the trip leader know if you are also joining the moon viewing night hike or camp out in the mountains. The trip leader will show you the moon viewing spot without returning to the trailhead. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at trail head Leaders: Chung Leung/Rosa Melgar Saturday 9/30/2023 - Mid-Autumn Festival Cookout, Moon Viewing, and Night Hike Harriman State Park From the meeting location at Lake Askoti or close-by, hike up Black Rock Mountain to locate an excluded open space with a good view of the sky. Settle down and Cook out in the wild for dinner or enjoy your pre-prepared dinner from home. Relax and share thoughts on the moments of harmonious union while waiting for the moon to rise. Finish around 9pm, walk under the moon back to the parking lot using headlamps and/or flashlights. If you are also joining the day hike from Lake Askoti, let the day hike leader know and he will show you the moon viewing spot to meet the other moon viewing hikers. Meeting Time/Place: 3:00 PM, location to be determined Leaders: Kwok-Chi Ng/Bon Chiu/Diana Lu Sunday 10/1/2023 - Mid-Autumn Festival: 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: Chung Leung Saturday 10/7/2023 - High Point Kittatinny Mountain Hike, level B & C High Point State Park, NJ High Point on the Kittatinny ridge is the highest summit 1803 ft in NJ. Hike from the parking lot at Rte 23 on the Appalachian Trail (AT) to the summit Veteran Monument. Enjoy the unrivaled views of the three states NJ, PA, and NY. Descend from the summit to visit the beautiful Cedar Swamp and Lake Marcia. The scenic landscape here let uncommon plants take root and animals find refuge. Avid hikers extend the hike on the AT trail to visit Dutch Shoe Rock and Lake Rutherford. Meeting Time/Place: 9:00 AM at the trailhead Leaders: Chung Leung/Nancy Liang Saturday 10/7/2023 - Hudson River Bridges / Yonkers Rail Trail Grand Loop -- 40 miles bike tour Fort Lee/ Nyack / Tarrytown /Bronx From GW Bridge Bus Terminal, bike over GW Bridge to Fort Lee, NJ —>then head north on Hudson Terrace —>Rt 9W to Piermont, NY —>continue on Piermont Rd/River Rd to South Nyack-Mario Cuomo Bridge —>cross over Cuomo Bridge to Tarrytown-Elmsford, —> then take South County Rail Trail to Van Cortlandt Park at 242 Street for #1 subway-train home or back to GW Bridge Bus Terminal. Meeting Time/Place: 9:00 am at 179th St. & Fort Washington Ave., NY Leaders: Ben Lee/Steve Chan/Kenny Lip Saturday 10/7/2023 - Fishkill Ridge, 7 Miles Day Hike/ Level C Hudson Highland State Park, 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: 9:30 AM at the trailhead or 8:00 AM at designated pickup locations Leaders: Jessica Liu Saturday 10/7/2023 - MA-VT-NH Foliage Hiking + Camping + knowledge sharing (3 days 2 nites camping) Woodford State Park, Bennington, Vermont (The registration deadline has passed) Woodford State Park is located on a mountain plateau and surrounds Adams Reservoir. Enjoy one of the most beautiful foliage sceneries in Vermont and appreciate the view of surrounding Green mountains. We will visit Mt. Greylock (highest point of Mass), Mt. Equinox VT and Mt Monadnock NH. We will have navigation, equipment, hiking ... knowledge sharing sessions each day. Bring your own camping equipment (tent, sleeping bag, cooking utensil, etc.). campsite provides flush toilet/hotwater shower. Register before Sep/23. Limit to 25 people. Camp Fees: $20; Meal Fees: $20 (take turn to cook) Meeting Time/Place: Registration reached limit. After 9/18 will be in the waiting list. Leaders: Tony Shu/Bon Chiu/Rosa Melgar/Chwen (Jun) Best Sunday 10/8/2023 - Neversink River Gorge and Waterfalls Foliage Hike/ Level B & C Neversink River Unique Area, NY The Neversink River Gorge is located southwest of the Catskills. The pristine wilderness of the area offer stunning views of the river gorge, waterfalls, the surrounding mountains and a colorful Fall Foliage. Starting from the Katrina Falls trailhead, hike the High Falls (blue) trail to view the gorge and visit the Mullet Falls, Denton Falls and High Falls. Additional hike follows the Fish Hatchery Trail and Cold Spring Trail to view the scenery along the Eden Brook. Meeting Time/Place: 9:00 AM at the Katrina Falls trailhead Leaders: Chung Leung/Jennifer Chen Saturday 10/14/2023 - Minnewaska State Park Hike / Level A & C Minnewaska State Park, New Paltz, NY Minnewaska State Park Preserve is situated on the dramatic Shawangunk Mountain ridge, which rises more than 2,000 feet above sea level and is surrounded by rugged terrain. The hike takes you around Lake Minnewaska and the Awosting Falls. Walk along the carriage road to the sheer cliffs and ledges opening to beautiful views. Meeting Time/Place: Meeting Time/Place: 9:00 AM at the Trailhead parking lot Leaders: Chung Leung/YuShan Li Saturday 10/14/2023 - Gertrude Nose Trails, 8 Miles Day Hike /Level C Minneswaska State Park, NY Come to enjoy the fall foliage. The ridges around Gertrude\'s Nose have some of the most beautiful views in Minnewaska State Park. Start from the parking lot, walk along the Gertrude\'s nose trail. Lunch at Gertrude Nose, the highest point. After lunch, we will return on the Millbrook Mt., Path. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 Am at Visitor Center Leaders: Iris Liu/Sharon Yen Sunday 10/15/2023 - 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: Chung Leung/Jennifer Chen Saturday 10/21/2023 - Seven Hills Trail & Pine Meadow Lake 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: Chung Leung Saturday 10/21/2023 - 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: James Yu/HY Lee Sunday 10/22/2023 - Causmett State Historic Park Preserve 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 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: Jennifer Chen Saturday 10/28/2023 - West Mt - Popolopin Torne - Bear Mt Loop 12-14 miles / D & E Level Bear Mountain State Park, NY Start from Anthony Wayne Parking lot, follow the Red Fawn, White & Blue trail to Popolopen Torne. Some rock scrambling is required but the panoramic view at the Torne is rewarding. Continue Blue to Fort Montgomry to Lake Hessian. Return by taking the Yellow and Fawn (red) trail to Anthony Wayne Parking Lot. Meeting Time/Place: 8:00 AM at the trailhead Leaders: Sharon Yen Saturday 10/28/2023 - Black Rock Forest Consortium, 6 & 8 Miles Day Hikes / Levels B & C Cornwall on Hudson, NY The forest is famous for its reservoirs, ponds and the ridges. The easier hike takes advantage of the carriage roads. The more difficult hike follows the trails on the ridges and visits all the view points at Mt. Misery, Hill of Pines, Rattlesnake Hill and Eagle Cliff. However no one will miss the views atop the Black Rock Summit. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at trailhead Leaders: Sunday 10/29/2023 - Pyramid Mountain Hike, 7 & 9 miles / 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. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30AM at PMNHA Visiting Center, Kinnelon, NJ Leaders: Chung Leung Saturday 11/4/2023 - TMI - SBM to Pine Meadow Lake Loop, 8 & 11 Miles/ Level C Harriman State Park, New York Start from the east end of TMI and turn left tower south bound of SBM. The most beautiful portion of the SBM trail provides us great since overlook along the ridge. You can even see Manhattan on a sunny day. For short hike, we turn to PM trail and head to Pine Meadow Lake directly. For long hike, it is a good time to visit Storm Memorial Shelter and meet up group at Pine Meadow Lake for lunch. In the afternoon, we will take easy and visit a hidden lake along the puzzle-like service road and then go back to our parking lot. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at TMI East End Parking Lot Leaders: Jimmy Xing Saturday 11/11/2023 - Wildcat Mountain - Indian Hill Loop, 9 & 13 miles / levels C & D 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. *No Carpool Arrangement Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at trail head Leaders: Iris Liu/Chwen (Jun) Best Saturday 11/18/2023 - Storm King Mt, 7 Mile Day Hike / Level 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: Sharon Yen Saturday 11/25/2023 - Four Lakes Hike, 12 miles/ C & D 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 Conklin road, to Woodtown Road to the Big Hill shelter. After Walking on the SBM and 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: 8:00 am at the Sebago Boat Launch Leaders: Jimmy Xing Saturday 11/25/2023 - Manitoga/ Canada Hill/ AT Trail Hike, 7 - 10 mile, Levels B & C Hudson Highlands State Park, NY Manitoga was the woodland garden of designer Russel Wright and is a National Historic Landmark for preservation. Start from the parking lot, tour the beautiful landscape and walk towards Curry Pond. Catch the AT trail and hike southwards to Canada Hill. Turn around and head north on the AT trail to Sugarloaf Hill. Enjoy the view of the Hudson River and surrounding mountains. Avid hikers can extend the hike to the riverfront park of Glenclyffe. *Limit to 20 People and No Carpool Arrangement Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM at trail head Leaders: 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 Saturday 12/9/2023 - Russian Bear/Pine Meadow Lake, 8 Mile Day Hike / Level C Harriman State Park, NY 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: Iris Liu/Sharon Yen 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. *Limit to 20 People and No Carpool Arrangement Meeting Time/Place: 8:00 AM at the trailhead Leaders: Saturday 12/16/2023 - Secret Garden Trail. 6 & 8 Mile/ Level B 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: Saturday 12/23/2023 - West Mountain Hike, Level A $ C West Mountain, Harriman State Park Starting from the trailhead, follow the Fawn trail about half a mile to the West Mountain. Visit the many viewpoints along the mountain ridge. On a clear day, the Manhattan skyline can be visible. Return by the flat cross country ski trails to the parking lot. Hike with a released pace and frequent stops to enjoy the scenery. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM Anthony Wayne Recreation Area Leaders: Saturday 12/30/2023 - Dunderberg Mountain 7 & 11 miles Day Hike / Levels C & D 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 Monday 1/1/2024 - New Year + Cookout Silvermine Lake to Turkey Hill Lake Hike, 7 - 12 miles, Level Harriman State Park, NY Starting from Silvermine Lake, hike up to the Appalachian Trail on Black Mountain. Lookout points on the mountain can see as far as Manhattan. Descend from Black mountain and walk on the revolution trail 1779 to Turkey Hill Lake. Connect to the Long Path and hike along top of Stockbridge Mountain. Take the Menomine trail to return to Silvermine Lake. Avid Hikers hike further to Lake Tiorati then follow the R-D trail back to the parking lot. Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 AM Silvermine Lake Parking lot Leaders: |
