Walks & Hikes
Walkway at Night
Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park 87 Haviland Road, Highland, NY, United StatesViews after dark from 212 feet above the Hudson River with the moon hanging high in the sky and the Mid-Hudson Bridge twinkling in the distance, there is truly nothing like a twilight evening on the World’s Longest Elevated Pedestrian Bridge.
Rondout National Historic District Walking Tours Kingston, NY
TR Gallo Park 30 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY, United StatesEnjoy a guided walking tour of the Rondout National Historic District. Hear how immigrants and entrepreneurs developed a thriving maritime village along the terminus for the Delaware and Hudson Canal. View the rich legacy of commercial buildings, cast-iron storefronts, homes and churches built by the immigrant community. Some uphill walking is involved. Offered the last […]
“Starlore Walk” with Wild Hudson Valley’s Justin Wexler
Historic Huguenot Street 81 Huguenot St., New PaltzJustin Wexler of Wild Hudson Valley will guide you for a night of learning about the importance of the stars, the moon, and the darkness of night for Northeastern native peoples. All are welcome for this fun family event! Please dress appropriately for the weather.
Family of New Paltz 5K Turkey Trot
The Water Street Market 10 Main Street, New Paltz, NY, United States20th Annual Family of New Paltz Turkey Trot - 9:00am on Thanksgiving morning. This 5K fundraising event supports our crisis walk-in center and food pantry. Register online: www.newpaltzturkeytrot.com or in person at: 51 N. Chestnut Street, New Paltz, NY on Wednesday, 11/22, between 12:00pm-6:00pm.
First Day Hike at the Walkway
Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park 87 Haviland Road, Highland, NY, United StatesJoin the group trek to the Center Overlook where a new year raffle and giveaways await. Meet at Walkway entrance at 1pm. No registration required.
First Day Hike at Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Minnewaska State Park 400 Sam's Point Rd, Cragsmoor, NYInvigorating hike to see Peter's Kill stream, the Mossy Glen Footpath observing icy cascades, and Awosting Falls. Surfaces may be very icy: participants encouraged to bring Micro Spikes or other ice traction devices. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. Pre-registration required by calling 845-255-0752.
First Day Hike at Sam’s Point
Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Sam's Point Area 400 Sam's Point Road, Cragsmoor, NYScenic outing for the whole family! Join us for an approximately three-mile loop hike through the scenic Park Preserve. Snowshoes may be rented for this program for a fee of $5 per person. If there is insufficient snow cover, this program will be offered as a hike. Children must be accompanied by a parent or […]
Wallkill Valley RapTour Bird Outing
Get outdoors on this popular roadside birding trip between New Paltz and Wallkill. Wintering raptors, congregating waterfowl and gulls as well as half hardies will be the focus on this outing. Possible drive through of Blue Chip and Watchtower Farms with stops along the Wallkill River and at Shawangunk Grasslands NWR (Galeville), and the Ulster […]
Full Wolf Moon Night Hike
Mohonk Preserve 3197 Route 44 55, Gardiner, NYA family friendly walk along the carriage roads of Mohonk Preserve at dusk to discover who prowls in the dark! Test your night vision and try on some “deer ears”. Come dressed for the weather with warm boots. Bring a flashlight or headlamp with a red filter if you have one. This is a free […]
Ashokan Hot Chocolate Fest 2024
The Ashokan Center 477 Beaverkill Road, OlivebridgeEnjoy a fan-favorite beverage - hot chocolate! Choose from 8 different flavors being offered at the Ashokan Hot Chocolate Fest in a beautiful winter setting! There will be food for sale as well! Visit ashokancenter.org for more details and ticket pricing!
Saugerties Snow Moon Festival & Parade
Saugerties Market, Main and Partition Streets, Saugerties, NYWeekend-long event to spread light, joy, and love throughout the village of Saugerties! Stop by and witness the variety of events that the Saugerties Snow Moon Festival has to offer! Markets, comedy shows, outdoor winter bars, craft fairs... this event has it ALL. Make sure to pop in and spread good cheer!
Spring Break Earth Art Camp
Wild Earth 2307 Lucas Turnpike, High Falls, NY, United StatesYouth ages 5 to 13 are welcomed this spring to head outside for adventures at Wild Earth’s spring break day camp with an artistic flare! The three-day experience includes nature arts and crafts, fire building, games, adventure, creativity, and so much more!