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Cost: $140 Includes bike rental and guide fee only.
If you bring your own bike: $70
COVID-19 Protocols: Mixed Group
The Empire State Trail is a recently completed series on rail trails
that connect Battery Park all the way to Canada! One of the most
beautiful and historic sections runs from Poughkeepsie, NY to
Highland, NY. It is about 5.5 miles each way passing through historic
areas and over the Walkway Over The Hudson State Park. Our trip will
start and end in Poughkeepsie with a midway stop at Wilklow Orchards
for food and drinks.
How it works:
The group will meet at the POUGHKEEPSIE train station at 10:48am. You
can take the train or drive to meet the group there.
At the station you will be brought to your bikes. (you may also bring
your own bike.)
We will ride from POUGHKEEPSIE over the WALKWAY TO WILKLOW ORCHARD
STOPPING ALONG THE WAY TO APPRECIATE THE HISTORIC POINTS AND ENJOY THE
BEAUTIFUL FOLIAGE.
At the orchard they have refreshments and a food stand. You can also
pick up fresh fruits and veggies (bring a backpack).
We will head back to POUGHKEEPSIE and return the bikes.
You will be on the 5:50pm train at the latest.
Difficulty Level:
This TRAIL IS 5.5 MILES IN EACH DIRECTION. It is flat and paved. There
will be a short portion where we will ride on the roadway that
connects the rail TRAIL TO THE FARM (1/4 mile). That portion has a
slight incline. This is a leisurely ride not a race, but you should be
in good shape as to not hold up the group.
Features of the ride:
The WALKWAY OVER THE HUDSON IS A 1.2 mile train trestle that was build
in 1889 and has been converted into a pedestrian WALKWAY. It offers
amazing views of the HUDSON VALLEY AND THE CATSKILL MOUNTAINS IN THE
DISTANCE.
The Rail TRAIL BEYOND THE WALKWAY MEANDERS THROUGH BEAUTIFUL WOODED
AREAS AND THROUGH GREAT ROCK FORMATIONS. The are also side paths to
explore. Along the path are remnants of the trains that once rolled
through these woods.
Wilklow Orchard is a fun farm stand nestled at the base of the
Illinois Mountain. You can pick your own apples, sip on hot apple
cider, order a personal pizza or sample some hard cider.
This event is open to vaccinated & non vaccinated members.
We will take temperatures upon arrival
If there is a mix of vaccinated and non vaccinated participants we
will ask that masks are worn while in close proximity to others if
indoors or in accordance with the regulations and guidelines of the
venue or location of the event.
Can I come alone? Yes, 98% of those attending this event normally
register on their own. You are welcome to bring as many nonmember
guests, friends & coworkers as you’d like, just make sure to
register for the number of people that you want below. Our staff will
be ready to greet you and introduce you to others whether you are on
your own or with guests.
Do I need a ticket? It is always best to print out the ticket
confirmation or save it on your devices as proof of purchase
especially if you have purchased your ticket on the same day as the
event..
Dress Code: Dress for the weather
How will I find the group? We will send you a confirmation email with
exact locations, contact info and names of those who are hosting the
event when you register.
Hosted by Dave Cervini s http://www.NewYorkSocialNetwork.com/
[http://www.NewYorkSocialNetwork.com/] and several partner MeetUp
groups. Don t worry about coming out alone, that s what many do... you
will always have a host to greet you and introduce you to other
members at our events.
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