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Previous June Schedule

Sun., Jun. 1. Rye Playland Road & Park Walk 2A8(W).

Easy summer's afternoon walk on a portion of the Westchester shore; quiet suburban rds, Reade Preserve & that 1920's Amusement Park and Beach. Start and finish at Rye RR Sta. Bring water & lunch; snack bar food available near end of hike. Heavy steady rain cancels. Transportation Code. from GCT take New Haven Line 1:34 p.m. to Rye, arr. 2:19. Drivers park in Rye commuter lot (I-95 Exit 19; look for sta. signs). L Hal Kaplan 914-376-3156. Msg. begins 9 a.m. May 31 to confirm hike.

Sun., Jun. 1. Pelham Bay Wilds, Orchard Beach, City Island 2B9(W).

Walk through the forests, meadows, and nature preserves of NYC¹s largest park, wildlife-rich Pelham Bay. We¹ll skirt the wetlands and shoreline, and eat lunch at Orchard Beach. Later we¹ll visit scenic City Island for an optional seafood dinner. Early dropout points available. Rain cancels. Transportation Code. take # 6 train to Pelham Bay Park (last stop). Meet at 10:30 a.m. near foot of pedestrian bridge linking subway exit with the park. Drivers meet at 10:45 a.m. in parking lot on Middleton Rd. off the Bruckner Blvd. Service Road. Call 718-823-3091 for directions; also tell L you¹re driving, so he¹ll meet you in the lot. Call 8-9 a.m. of walk if in doubt. L Ron Buchheim 718-788-3722 .

Sun., Jun. 8. Woodlawn Cemetery 1A3(W).

Join us for a walk through one of NY's oldest and most renowned cemeteries located in the Bronx. The burial site of many notable New Yorkers - Irving Berlin, George Cohan, Miles Davis, Duke Ellington, Jay Gould, Herman Melville, and Otto Preminger - among many others. A unique cemetery if ever there was one. Picnic lunch along the walk. Inclement weather cancels. Transportation Code. take #2 or #5 train to 233 St., OR 9:25 a.m. Metro North to Woodlawn, arr. 9:51. Meet at the main entrance at Webster Ave. and E. 233 St. at 10 a.m. (NOT the Jerome Ave. entrance). See www.thewoodlawncemetery.org for directions. L Mike Maurer 201-819-1742 NCA 10 .

Sat., Jun. 14. Reeves-Reed Arboretum 1A3(W).

We'll walk on lovely, tree-lined streets to a small and beautifully landscaped arboretum where you will find an amazing variety of trees and flowers. The rose garden, which has 286 rose bushes, should be in full bloom. On the way back, we'll visit NJ Visual Arts Center gallery. Bring lunch. Transportation Code. take NJ Transit train, Morris & Essex lines at 9:11 a.m. to Summit Sta., NJ. Drivers meet inside train sta. at 10. Free parking in lot on Elm & Broad St. L Rita Cohen 908-687-9147; .

Sat., Jun. 14. Strolling Along the Hackensack 2B6(W).

Bogota to New Milford along the Hackensack River through park and university land, viewing some early Dutch houses. Heavy rain cancels. Transportation Code. NJ Transit bus #182 at 10 a.m. from the GWB Bus Terminal, arr. 10:22 at McGraw Ave. and Queen Anne Rd. in Teaneck. L Minor Bishop 212-686-5095.

Sat., Jun. 14. Staten Island Green Belt 3C10(W).

Hike on the Olmsted Trail from Clove Lake Park to High Rock Park and return. Sites will included the glacial ponds, Blood Root Valley, and Mt. Moses. Lunch is at the High Rock Ranger Sta. Hiking footwear suggested. Rain in a.m. cancels. Transportation Code. take the 8:30 a.m. SI ferry and the 9 a.m. #66 bus from the ferry terminal for 15 min. to Victory Blvd & Clove Lake. Drivers meet 9:30 a.m. at Clove Lake parking lot one block north of Victory Blvd. on Clove Rd.. L Mason Logie 718-273-1813 AL Nina Barucco 212-842-0013 917-902-5809 NCA 10 p.m.

Sun., Jun. 15. Scenic Fire Island Tour, Pines to Atlantique 2B7(W).

Visit the Pines, Cherry Grove, and Sunken Forest. Lemonade provided at AMC camp. Swimming and showers available. Reduced camp fee $5. Rain cancels. Transportation Code 10C.; check LIRR schedule. Drivers park at Bayshore sta., take 9:06 to Sayville. Meet on Sayville platform and take taxi and ferry to Pines. Return by ferry from Atlantique or Ocean Beach to Bayshore. Call to confirm that hike will take place. L Frank Bamberger 718-457-5159.

Sun., Jun. 15. Johnsontown Circ. 2C7(W).

Bring your dad along on this ridge walk on the Blue Disc and other trails, passing by Lake Skenanto with its oceans of mtn laurel (now at their peak). Out around 4. It is not necessary to register, but you must call or preferably email me beforehand to make sure hike is on, and if you need or can offer a ride from NYC. No children, no pets, no smoking. Transportation Code 9B. or 1B, BUT take 9:10 bus, arr. 10:07. Out in time for the 4:28 train back to Penn Sta. L Bob Susser 212-666-4371 .

Mon., Jun. 16. Hastings After Work Hike 2B5(W).

We will hike on portions of the inter-connected hiking trails system (Zinnzer, Hillside Woods, Burke Estate and the Old Croton Aqueduct), and be finished in time for the 8:20 p.m. train back to GCT. Pizzeria, Diner & Ice Cream Parlor available for after-hike snacks. Transportation Code. 5, BUT take 5:19 & exit at Hastings; meet 5:57 near Hastings taxi stand. Drivers park at sta. L Hal Kaplan 914-376-3156. Hike msg. begins 9 a.m. Jun. 16 to confirm hike.

Sat., Jun. 21. Central Park Walk 2B4-5(W).

Moderate ups and downs. Walk the bridle path at a steady, continuous gait, with side trips to the ravine, the Loch, Harlem Meer and more. Bring water; no lunch stop. Meet 1 p.m. in the lobby of Time Warner Bldg. at 59 St. on Columbus Circle. Rain cancels, but call after 9 a.m. on morning of hike to confirm if hike will be conducted. L Jim Peborde 212-362-1495.

Sat., Jun. 21. Pelham Bay Park 2B7(W).

Come on a park walk with me on this beautiful flat trail that the AMC has been working on for several years in the north Bronx. Bring lunch, bug spray & we will make a lunch stop at the Bartoe Pell Mansion Gardens. Long sleeved shirt a must! No sneakers. At hike's end (weather permitting) we'll walk to City Island. Transportation Code. take #6 train to the last stop and meet me on the street at 10:30 a.m. L Ken West 212-750-8870. NCA 8 p.m.

Sat., Jun. 21. Fahnestock 2C8(W).

Various trails through woods and high-level meadows with a profusion of wildflowers and alpine-like vistas. Out around 5. It is not necessary to register, but you must call or preferably email me beforehand to be sure hike is on, and if you need or can offer a ride from NYC. Transportation Code 5D., BUT take the 9:51 train, arr. 11:07. This train may also be boarded at 10:10 at the Marble Hill sta., one block from the 225 St. stop on the #1 subway. Sit in the first or second open car of the train. L Bob Susser 212-666-4371 .

Sun., Jun. 22. Central Park Tree Walk 1A3(W).

Ned Barnard, the author of "New York City Trees - A Field Guide For the Metropolitan Area," will escort us on another one of his very popular tree identification walks. Of necessity, the walk will go at a snail's pace with many stops, and is not for those looking to get a lot of exercise. The walk will end around 3 p.m., so bring lunch. It is not necessary to register, but you must call or preferably email me beforehand to make sure that the walk is on. Ned will have a limited number of his books on hand for those who wish to buy one ($10). Let me know if you are thinking of buying a book so Ned will have some idea of how many to bring along. No pets, no smoking. Meet 10:30 a.m. at the northeast corner of 72 St. & 5 Ave. L Bob Susser 212-666-4371 .

Sun., Jun. 22. Historic Downtown Jersey City 2A6(W).

Come explore the revival of NJ's second largest city. This walk will take us through historic preservation districts, surrounding communities, parks and the rapidly developing waterfront area. Meet 10 a.m. at the Exchange Pl. PATH sta. entrance. Lunch at local café along the way. Inclement weather cancels. L Susan Wallen 203-273-7457 . AL Mike Maurer. NCA 10 p.m.

Sun., Jun. 22. Massapequa County Preserve 2A6(W).

This is a good walk for beginners. Transportation Code. Take E,J, or Z train to Sutphin Blvd., transfer to LIRR 9:30 train to Massapequa, arr. 10:15. Walk starts at 10:30 a.m. Meet near the ticket office under the tracks at Massapequa Sta. We will return to the sta. again by 2 p.m. You must bring water, lunch, and a hat. You will learn something about nature. Call to confirm on the morning of the walk. L Will Ohle 718-745-2190. NCA 10 p.m.

Sat., Jun. 28. D&R Canal 2A8(W).

Here's a chance to enjoy a flat, well-shaded walk at an easy pace from New Brunswick to Bound Brook along the Delaware & Raritan Canal. Newcomers especially welcome. Bring lots of water. Rain, temperature over 92F cancels. Transportation Code. take 10:24 NJ Transit train from Penn Sta. to New Brunswick, where L will meet you on platform at 11:09. Return will be from Bound Brook. L Bob Aronson 212-255-6884. NCA 9 p.m.

Sat., Jun. 28. Historic Cold Spring Foundry 2B5(W).

Join us for an amazing tour of this historic area. Enjoy a special presentation by renowned professional storyteller Jonathan Kruk. He will delight & amaze us with his tales of history & mystery. An experience not to be missed! A $5 voluntary contribution is suggested. Joint with Sierra Club. Transportation Code 5D.. L John Jurasek 845-365-3618. NCA 10 p.m. or morning of hike. .

Sun., Jun. 29. Bear Mtn 2D8(W).

Over Timp and Bald. Two nice uphills and a moderately steep descent from Bald, but some fairly easy walking on woods roads as well. Out around 4. Parking fee $6 per car. It is not necessary to register, but you must call or preferably email me beforehand to make sure hike is on, and if you need or can offer a ride from NYC. No children, no pets, no smoking. Transportation Code 4E.. L Bob Susser 212-666-4371 .

Sun., Jun. 29. Rockefeller Preserve 3B6(W).

Moderately strenuous pace, historic carriage roads, gentle rolling hills, beautiful vistas. Hiking boots a must. Parking fee $6. Transportation Code. 5, BUT buy ticket to Tarrytown, arr. 9:29. Hike starts at 10 a.m. L Jo-Ann Gisolfi 914-478-1248.

Previous July Schedule

Sat., Jul. 5. Brighton Beach, Coney Island, NY Aquarium 1A4(W).

We'll walk from Brighton to Coney and beyond, then return along the shore. After lunch at an outdoor Russian restaurant overlooking the ocean, we'll visit the aquarium ($12), then laze on the beach or explore Little Odessa (Brighton). Transportation Code. take Q train to Brighton Beach, meet at 10 a.m. on corner of Brighton Beach Ave. and Brighton 7 St. outside the sta. Rain cancels. L Ron Buchheim 718-788-3722 . Call 8-9 a.m. of walk if in doubt.

Sun., Jul. 6. Greystone Afternoon to Hastings 2B7(W).

Moderate hike on Old Croton Acqueduct & several side trails in nearby parks. We begin with climbs to a lookout point in Untermeyer Park, return to OCA, then another climb to Lenior Preserve. Afterward we go north via a series of inter-connected parks & finish in Hastings. Transportation Code. 5, BUT take 1:20 train to Greystone, arr. 1:57. Drivers park near the Greystone Sta. (Warburton & Harriman Ave., north end of Yonkers) near Hudson River. L Hal Kaplan 914-376-3156. Hike msg. begins Jul. 5 a.m. to confirm hike.

Sat., Jul. 12. Red Hook & Beyond 2A6(W).

Explore Brooklyn neighborhoods from Carroll Gardens to the Red Hook waterfront through Cobble Hill, Brooklyn Heights, DUMBO and then over the Manhattan Bridge. We'll admire newly renovated brownstones and magnificent views of Staten Island, Manhattan and NJ. We'll take time to visit the Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition (BWAC) exhibition located in a pre-Civil War warehouse. Bring lunch. Transportation Code. take F train to Carroll St., meet in front of Rite-Aid (320 Smith St.) at President St. at 10:30 a.m. L Rita Cohen 908-687-9147 .

Sat., Jul. 12. Popolopen Gorge 2C5(W).

We hike the Popolopen Gorge Trail - mostly pretty flat, but with a few short steep uphills (but no scrambling). Then over the new bridge to the 1779 Trail, and back over the new Popolopen Creek footbridge for a visit to the Bear Mtn Zoo ($1). Out in time for the 3:19 bus back to NYC. Parking fee $6 per car. It is not necessary to register, but you must call or preferably email me beforehand to make sure hike is on, and if you need or can offer a ride from NYC. No children, no pets, no smoking. Transportation Code 4E.. L Bob Susser 212-666-4371 .

Sun., Jul. 13. Rockefeller State Park Preserve 2B9(W).

Long day with 2 full lunch breaks (bring extra food). We'll walk at a leisurely pace mostly on carriage rds. using the preserve and adjacent properties. Expect to be out about 6 p.m. Bring sun protection. Transportation Code. 5, BUT get off in Tarrytown, arr. 9:29. Drivers meet in front of or near sta. bldg. Car shuttle required. Parking fee $6 will be shared by all participants. L Naola Gersten-Woolf (See printed schedule for contact info).

Sun., Jul. 13. Island Pond Circ. 2C5(W).

Take the shortest, easiest route to lunch at a splendid overlook on the AT above the pond. Rolling woods roads before lunch, trails afterwards. Shady all the way. Transportation Code 1D., BUT take 9:10 bus, arr. 10:16. L Jim Robbins 212-787-8079.

Sun., Jul. 20. Massapequa County Preserve 2A6(W).

This is a good walk for beginners. Transportation Code. Take E,J,or Z train to Sutphin Blvd., transfer to LIRR 9:30 train to Massapequa, arr. 10:15. Walk starts at 10:30 a.m. Meet near the ticket office under the tracks at Massapequa Sta. We will return to the sta. again by 2 p.m. You must bring water, lunch, and a hat. You will learn something about nature. Call to confirm on the morning of the walk. L Will Ohle 718-940-0504. NCA 10 p.m.

Sat., Jul. 26. Harriman 3 Lake Excursion 2C7(W).

Harriman has a number of magnificent backcountry lakes and we will visit three of them. Blueberries likely. Long lake lunch stop. Transportation Code 9B., or 1B, BUT take later bus, arr. 10:07. Rain postpones to next day, Sun. Jul. 27. L Tom Parliament 845-634-4116: .

Sun., Jul. 27. NYC Rivers Walk and Ride 2A6(W).

We¹ll loop around lower Manhattan along the Hudson and East-River paths, stopping for lunch at a scenic viewpoint outside the South St. Seaport. Next we¹ll cross the Brooklyn Bridge, stroll the Heights promenade overlooking lower Manhattan, and indulge at the Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory. Then we'll grab a water taxi ($10) and cruise back to the West Side. Bring lunch or buy it at the Seaport. Meet 11 a.m. on the northwest corner of 8 Ave. and 14 St. Rain cancels. Call 9-10 a.m. of walk if in doubt. L Ron Buchheim 718-788-3722 .

Sun., Jul. 27. Mt. Taurus 2D6(W).

A long uphill, but rewarded with spectacular views of the Hudson Valley. It is not necessary to register, but you must call or preferably email me beforehand to make sure hike is on, and if you need or can offer a ride from NYC. Out around 4, but plan to hang around in Cold Spring for a while afterwards for some refreshment. No children, no pets, no smoking. Transportation Code 5D., BUT take 9:51 train, arr. 11:07. This train may also be boarded at 10:10 at the Marble Hill sta., one block from the 225 St. stop on the #1 subway. Sit in the first or second open car of the train. L Bob Susser 212-666-4371 .