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May Schedule

Sat., May 3. Singles Steep As the Heap Hike 3D6(S).

Heart-pounding Breakneck initial steep rock scramble followed by piston-pumping body lubes throughout the day. Call cardiac care and set your digital camera for some breathtaking scenery. Bring 2+ l water, lunch, hiking boots! Cold Spring after-hike eats. Rain cancels; if in doubt, call L before 7 a.m. day of hike. Transportation Code 5E.. L Carson Tang 347-689-9090 NCA 10 p.m.

Sat., May 3. Singles May Day Fishkill 3D10(S).

We won't be killing fish or dancing around the maypole, but we will be celebrating the fertility of mother earth on the Fishkill Ridge. Breathtaking views and a compassionate pace will work up an appetite for dinner in Cold Spring afterward. Rain or shine. Lightning cancels. Transportation Code 5E.. L Robin Bossert 212-414-8266 . AL Roland Brown .

Sun., May 4. Singles Rockefeller State Park Preserve 3B7(S).

Come enjoy spring at this beautiful working farm and nature preserve. Make new friends. Quick pace over rolling hills. Bring snacks, water, and a great attitude. Meet 10 a.m. at visitor center. No public Transportation Code. L Sandy Engel 914-428-6886 before 9 p.m.

Mon., May 5. Sociables 50+ Sterling Lake Special III 2C8(S).

Visit Sterling Lake Educational Center. Hike around the lake and climb up the fire tower for 360-degree views. Great views across the lake from the Ridge trail. Return via Sterling Valley and Lake trails. Lunch at the picnic tables under the fire tower. Transportation Code 1D.. L Dean Gletsos 845-354-0738.

Sat., May 10. Singles Sloatsburg Preparation H Get Off Your Butt Adventure 2D7(S).

Sitting on your bum too long this spring? Join us for a relieving, fun, energetic, compassionate hike. Expect some hills. Early out (3:30 p.m.) for socializing at local pub. Bring good spirits and an inner tube; 2+ qts water, hiking boots. Poor forecast may cancel; call if in doubt. Beginners call L . Transportation Code 1B.. L Mark Curci 718-306-2115 CLs Izzy Elias, Joanne Curci, Michael Jacoby.

Tue., May 13. Singles Dinner Celebrating Fire Island 1A2(S).

Newcomers and old friends welcome at this reunion in a romantic setting: Royal Bangladesh Indian Restaurant, 93 1 Ave. bet. 5and 6 St. Take 6 train to Astor Pl. or N, R , W to 8 St. and walk east to 1 Ave. Call L to confirm that dinner will take place and to reg. L Frank Bamberger 718-457-5159.

Sat., May 17. Singles Live Music and Dance at Village Hotspot 1A2(S).

Brief stroll through Village followed by party time. Hear award-winning Cafe Wha? band play classic rock, R &B, Latin, reggae. You'll be dancing in the aisles! 7:30-11:30 p.m. Cover $15, no min. Google Cafe Wha? for pictures. Must prereg. with LR for details by Wed., 5/14. Ltd. to 16. LR Phyllis Tompkins 917-741-1120. E-mail preferred.

Sat., May 17. Sociables Mohonk Hill Hike 2D9(S).

Fantastic vistas and great rock scrambles as we hike along the Old Minnewaska and Undivided Lot trails, as well as Humpty Dumpty and Giants' Workshop. Not for the faint of heart. Approx. $9 land use fee. Imported cookies may be served. Bring 3 l. water. Inclement weather may cancel; contact L if in doubt. Transportation Code 6A.. L Howard Israel 718-639-0123.

Mon., May 19. Sociables 50+ Sterling Lake Special IV 2C6(S).

Visit Sterling Lake Educational Center. Learn about the history, flora, and fauna of that unique area. Then hike along the Sterling Lake, Pine Meadows, Sterling Valley trails and around the lake, back to the E. C . Exceptional views across the lake from the surrounding hills. Lunch at the lake beach. Transportation Code 1D.. L Dean Gletsos 845-354-0738.

Sat., May 31. Singles Mingle Among the Megaliths 3D8(S).

Start at the most photographed rail trestle and then ascend the Schunemunk ridge to rock formations as impressive as the views. Ridge hiking with a few steep climbs. Great views in all directions. Transportation Code 2A.. L Robin Bossert 212-414-8266 . AL Roland Brown .

June Schedule

Sun., Jun. 1. Singles Rockefeller State Park Preserve 3B7(S).

Come enjoy spring at this beautiful working farm and nature preserve. Make new friends. Quick pace over rolling hills. Bring snacks, water, and a great attitude. Meet 10 a.m. at visitor center. No public Transportation Code. L Sandy Engel 914-428-6886 before 9 p.m.

Mon., Jun. 2. Sociables 50+ Piermont to Clausland Mtn 2C7(S).

Visit Rockland Cemetery and old Nike base; return on various trails. Transportation Code 7E.. Drivers meet in front of 450 Piermont Ave. 10 a.m. L Sol Braun 845-359-5245 .

Mon., Jun. 2. Sociables 50+ Ramapo Darlington Reservation 3C8(S).

We will hike to Bear Swamp Lake and have lunch, then continue for a lovely scenic hike back. Meet 10 a.m. at Ramapo Darlington pkg lot on Rt. 202 in Ramapo. No public Transportation Code. Heavy rain cancels. L Carol O'Keefe 973-328-7395 cell: 973-714-5378.

Sat., Jun. 7. Sociables Shavouth 1A5(S).

Meet at 8 p.m. at 72 and CPW to celebrate this wonderful holiday. We will walk around the park and have a late dinner. Rain cancels. L Larry Stack 646-284-2865.

Wed., Jun. 11. Sociables Downtown Oasis in the City 2A2(S).

Easy pavement hike with some hills. Enjoy Governors Island history tour with Nat'l Parks Ranger. Military base now a 22-acre nat'l park with a 2-mi. waterfront promenade, Castle Williams and Fort Jay, officers' former homes, old oaks, gracious lawns. Sneakers OK. Bring water and lunch. Space ltd; reg. by Mon. 6/9. Park is free; ferry may charge this season. Meet 9:45 for 10 a.m. Governors Island ferry. L Maida Milchen 212-367-7316; .

Sat., Jun. 14. Sociables from the Mtn to the Sea 2C10(S).

Experience the varied terrain of Staten Island as we climb up the highest point on the Atlantic coastal plain and then descend to the beaches of Great Kills, by way of Mount Moses. Jump in the water and/or have dinner after. E-mail L no later than 6/11 for exact times/instructions. L Nestor Danyluk 718-796-3252. AL Paul Brunn 718-539-6232. NCA 9:30 p.m. or after 6/11.

Mon., Jun. 16. Sociables 50+ Garrison Train Station to Osborne Loop 2C7(S).

Walk on a variety of trails on a late spring day with great views from Sugarloaf Hill. Heavy rain cancels. Transportation Code 5C.. Arrive 10:08 in Garrison. Drivers meet and park in Desmond Fish Library lot (Rt. 403 near Rt. 9D), then walk to train station 1/4 mile to meet train. L Margo Moss . AL Carol Ann Benton 914-762-7347.

Sun., Jun. 22. Singles Sloatsburg Very Sad Missed Opportunity Circ. 2D7(S).

Throw away your Prozac, wipe away your tears for this fun, energetic, compassionate hike. Expect some hills. Early out (3:30 p.m.); opt. after-hike socializing at local pub. 2+ qts water and hiking boots req'd. Poor forecast may cancel; call if in doubt. Beginners call L . Transportation Code 1B.. L Mark Curci 718-306-2115 CLs Izzy Elias, Joanne Curci, Michael Jacoby.

Sat., Jun. 28. Sociables Historic Trek of Coney Island 2A10(S).

Visit the remnants of famous racetracks, amusement parks, and grand hotels as we somewhat circle Coney Island and venture onto adjoining “mainland.” Plan for a dinner stop somewhere in Brooklyn. E-mail L no later than 6/25 for exact times/instructions. L Nestor Danyluk 718-796-3252. NCA 9:30 p.m. or after 6/25.

Sat., Jun. 28. Singles Bonticou Crag Rock Scrambled 3D8(S).

Boulder to the shoulder at this house of “rock” hike. One mind-bending scramble to push your limits to full-throttle immersion. Bring 2+ l water, hiking boots, lunch. Park fee ~ $9. Enjoy microbrew and culinary Olympics after. Rain cancels. Transportation Code 6A.. L Carson Tang 347-689-9090 .

July Schedule

Thu.-Sun., Jul. 3-6. Singles Fireworks in VT (S+).

It's time to see fireworks in NY, but they look better after you've climbed the Green Mtns, kayaked the Onion River, or biked the back roads of central VT. Staying in Waitsfield, trip incl. 3 nights' accommodations, 3 bkfasts, bag lunches, 2 open bar social hours, 2 dinners incl. a barbecue. $260. To reg. send check and e-mail address by 6/15 to L Robin Bossert 236 W27 St., NY 10001. 212-627-5622 AL Brenda Murphy .

Mon., Jul. 7. Sociables 50+ Ramapo Darlington Reservation 3C7(S).

L Carol O'Keefe. See Jun. 2 for details.

Sat., Jul. 19. Sociables Tish B Av. 1A5(S).

Meet at 8 p.m. at 72 and CPW to celebrate this sad holiday. We will walk around the park and have a late dinner. Rain cancels. L Larry Stack 646-284-2865.

Mon., Jul. 21. Sociables 50+ Silvermine 2C8(S).

Great viewpoints on a variety of trails. Exact route and number of climbs to be determined based on weather. Meet at Silvermine pkg lot. Hike starts 10 a.m. No public Transportation Code. Inclement weather could cancel; if in doubt, call by 7:30 a.m. day of hike. L Carol Ann Benton 914-762-7347 8-10 p.m.

Sat., Jul. 26. Sociables Fire Island Beach Trek 2B10(S).

Enjoy a full-day, one-way hike along most remote part of Fire I. from Smith Point to Davis Park. Plan on leaving Penn Station by about 8 a.m. If you must drive DO NOT plan on going to Smith Point or Mastic Shirley or you will be stranded. E-mail L no later than 7/23 for exact times/instructions. L Nestor Danyluk 718-796-3252. NCA 9:30 p.m. or after 7/23.

Sat., Jul. 26. Singles Norvin Green State Forest Hike/Pool Picnic 2D8(S).

Some ups and downs and spectacular views. Bring bathing suit. Hiking boots req'd. Rain cancels. SASE and $25 check made out to L due 7/19. Flyer sent by return mail. Transportation Code 3B.. NYC drivers take Rt. 80 to Hwy 23 to Rt. 287 N. At first exit take 511 N for about 7 mi. to the Skyline diner. Meet in pkg lot behind diner at 10 a.m. L Mason Logie P.O. Box 50201, Staten Island, NY 10305 718-273-1813 . AL Oliva Szabo 646-279-5908. NCA 10 p.m.

Sat., Jul. 26. Singles Minnewaska Nose to the Grindstone Hike 3C6(S).

Impressive scenery with some curvaceous scrambles. Fine-tune the megapixels for some awesome glacial lakefront sights and bottomless crevices. Bring 2+ l water and lunch. After-hike grog and New Paltz microbrew. Rain cancels. Transportation Code 6A.. Riders split pkg fee. L Carson Tang 347-689-9090 .

August Schedule

Fri.-Sun., Aug. 1-3. Sociables Club Getaway Weekend for Baby Boomers! (S+).

Summer fun in the Berkshires (Kent, CT). Activities incl. fitness classes, hiking, biking, golf, tennis, volleyball clinic, water sports, softball, and ballroom dance classes. Or just relax and have fun by the lake. $369 all-inclusive (17% off usual price): 2 nights' lodging in country cabins w/private bath, plus all meals, wine w/dinner, all sports activities, nightly entertainment. To reg. call L Jeri Gilbert 718-279-0556 . Early reg. guarantees spot. Carpooling and Club Getaway bus avail. from Manhattan.

Mon., Aug. 4. Sociables 50+ Central Park Tree Identification Walk 1A4(S).

Relaxed stroll along one of the Central Park “tree trails” described in the book NEW YORK CITY TREES by Ned Barnard. Both tree experts and complete beginners cordially welcome. (Note the pace specified in the code—if you're in a hurry or expect to get a lot of exercise, this walk is not for you.) Meet 10:30 a.m. at NE corner of 81 St. and CPW. Walk will end around 3 p.m., so bring lunch. Not necessary to reg., but you must call or, preferably, e-mail to be sure walk is on. No pets, no smoking. L Bob Susser 212-666-4371 .

Sat., Aug. 16. Singles Rockin' Mohonk Sledgehammer Hike 3D8(S).

Spectacular rock scrambles and jaw-dropping vistas. You can't shake the trees but you can shake your booty around ego-sized boulders. Possible swim hole dip after. Bring 2+ l water, lunch, hiking boots. Park fee ~$9. Posthike brew and victuals in New Paltz. Transportation Code 6A.. Rain cancels. L Carson Tang 347-689-9090 .

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 18-22. Sociables Club Getaway Parents & Kids (S+).

Families, single parents, kids, teens welcome to share summer fun in the Berkshires (Kent, CT). Activities for kids/teens: all sports plus talent show organized by trained counselors. For adults: fitness classes, hiking, biking, golf, tennis, volleyball, water sports. For the whole family: sports Olympics, trapeze, campfire, dance. Aug. 18-22: $269/child, $419/adult plus 17% tax/gratuities; Aug. 25-28: $209/child, $349/adult. Covers lodging in country cabins w/private bath, plus all meals and activities. To reg. call L Jeri Gilbert 718-279-0556 . Early reg. guarantees spot. Carpooling avail.

Mon., Aug. 18. Sociables 50+ Ringwood State Park Adventure 2C8(S).

From Darlington we will hike to the Hawk Rock, down to the Bear Swamp Lake, and lunch on top of Ilgenstein Rock overlook. Back via several trails. Great views certain. Map #22/NY-NJ Trail Conference. Transportation Code 1A.. L Dean Gletsos 845-354-0738.

Fri.-Sun., Aug. 22-24. Sociables Club Getaway Parents & Kids Weekend (S+).

Families, single parents, kids, teens welcome to share summer fun in the Berkshires (Kent, CT). Activities for kids/teens: all sports plus talent show organized by trained counselors. For adults: fitness classes, hiking, biking, golf, tennis, volleyball, water sports. For the whole family: sports Olympics, trapeze, campfire, dance. $189/child, $319/adult plus 17% tax/gratuities covers 2 nights' lodging in country cabins w/private bath, plus all meals and activities. To reg. call L Jeri Gilbert 718-279-0556 . Early reg. guarantees spot. Carpooling avail.

Mon.-Thu., Aug. 25-28. Sociables Club Getaway Parents & Kids (S+).

Families, single parents, kids, teens welcome to share summer fun in the Berkshires (Kent, CT). Activities for kids/teens: all sports plus talent show organized by trained counselors. For adults: fitness classes, hiking, biking, golf, tennis, volleyball, water sports. For the whole family: sports Olympics, trapeze, campfire, dance. Aug. 18-22: $269/child, $419/adult plus 17% tax/gratuities; Aug. 25-28: $209/child, $349/adult. Covers lodging in country cabins w/private bath, plus all meals and activities. To reg. call L Jeri Gilbert 718-279-0556 . Early reg. guarantees spot. Carpooling avail.

Fri.-Mon., Aug. 29-Sep. 1. Singles Labor Day in VT (S+).

Warm up on the Green Mtns, cool off in the Mad River, bike along the back roads of central VT. Staying in Waitsfield, trip incl. 3 nights' accommodations, 3 bkfasts, bag lunches, 2 open bar social hours, 2 dinners incl. barbecue. $260. To reg. send check and e-mail address by 8/21 to L Robin Bossert, 236 W27, NY 10001. 212-627-5622 AL Brenda Murphy .

September Schedule

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Mon., Sep. 1. Sociables 50+ Black Rock Forest Circ. 2C9(S).

Fun meanderings, a few ups and downs, great views along a trail named Scenic; reservoirs and other unique delights in very diverse terrain. Explore this beautiful and private forest preserve at a relaxed pace. Steady rain cancels. Transportation Code 2A.. Meet in Rt. 32 pkg area at Black Rock Fish & Game Club sign. L Margo Moss . AL Patti Weiss 201-894-0982 . Because of holiday, prereg. req'd by Sat. 8 p.m.

Fri.-Sun., Sep. 19-21. Singles End of Summer Camping Weekend in Catskills with Fossil Hunt (S+).

Spend two nights at Nicherson's Park Campground. Sat.: 3C8 hike to Minekill Falls State Park, with barbecue after. Sun.: 2C6 hike to Schoharie Reservoir hunting for fossils of ancient trees. $160 incl. Fri. night wine & cheese party, campsite and tent for two nights (discount if you bring your own tent), bkfast Sat. and Sun., and Sat. night barbecue. To reg. send SASE with $160 check made out to L Mason R . Logie, P.O. Box 50201, S.I., NY, 10305(by 9/13; bookings thereafter will be charged an additional $10). L Mason Logie 718-273-1813. AL Heather Fox 201-362-7763. NCA 10 p.m.

Rating System: Hiking, Singles & Sociables, Walks & Outings, and Young Members Trips

All Hikes

The Hike Codex consists of four elements: PACE - TERRAIN - MILEAGE - COMMITTEE, [e.g., 4C12 (H)]. As described below:

Pace:
  1 - Leisurely (nature walk, window shopping pace)
  2 - Moderate (steady, comfortable pace)
  3 - Vigorous (brisk, firm pace)
  4 - Fast
  5 - Very Fast

Terrain:
  A - Solid pavement/sidewalk
  B - Soft ground/sand/carriage trails
  C - Hiking trails/gentle rolling hills
  D - Steep hills, scrambles possible
  E - Rough terrain/exposure and/or thick brush possible
  F - Extremely difficult terrain/possible sustained exposure
Note: Hikes in the Hudson Highlands (Breakneck), Ice Caves Mountain, White Mountains, Adirondacks, and parts of the Catskills are much steeper and more demanding than hikes in our other hiking range. Choose your hike accordingly.

Mileage:
  # - Estimated mileage, plus or minus 1 mile.

Committee:
  (H) - Hiking Committee
  (H+) - Hiking Committee - Overnight or multi-day
  (S) - Singles & Sociables Committee
      ~ Outings marked only (S) do not require any special skills.
      ~ Outings requiring skills basically use system defined by Activity Committee responsible for that activity; sometimes modified for our needs.
  (W) - Walks & Outings Committee
      ~ Outings marked only (W) do not require any special skills.
  (Y) - Young Members Committee
  (Y+) - Young Members Committee - Overnight or multi-day

The leader may modify or cancel a hike due to weather, trail conditions, or any other reason deemed prudent for the safety of the group.

Rating codes are intended as a general guide only. We strive for accuracy and consistency, but cannot guarantee them. If you have concerns relating to your safety or enjoyment, discuss them with the leader in advance.

Singles: Other Outings / Co-Sponsored Outings

Rating Systems defined by the responsible activity committees. As an example: If we co-sponsor a Singles Canoe & Kayak trip, it would be listed as BW (Brown Water), CL 1 (Class 1 whitewater), CL 2 (Class 2 whitewater) or other similar classification. If Singles & Sociables Committee co-sponsors the event, the title will contain "Singles" or (S).