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Free hiking, walking, stroll and cycling parties around NY, NJ and CT.
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Time to pedal Taconic (trail)Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY
It's a free event! Only rain can stop us!
Dear verticals, it's time for the most exciting ride of the year through unforgettable Taconic Hereford.
We will have numerous stops and possibly visit the lake.
After the ride we might have dinner in a nearby restaurant.Keep in mind that this trail is hilly.
This is a loop ride.September 20 (Saturday)
You can meet the group at 2 points:
1st meeting point: 8:15 AM (train to Poughkeepsie leaves at 8:46 AM)
at the center of Grand Central Terminal. Look for a round information kiosk. (89 E 42nd St, New York, NY)
https://goo.gl/maps/EXntuWYH3VYAdXCm8
2d meeting point: 11:05 AM
in front of Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church (95 Mill St, Poughkeepsie, NY)
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Park map: https://www.dutchessny.gov/Departments/Parks/docs/tmsTaconicHereford.pdfAbout 7 hours ride (average speed 9 miles/hr)
Total elevation: 2100ft (please take this into consideration as this event is not for rookies).
Road type: you will need a hybrid bike or MTB for this ride.
Total distance: about 35 miles from Poughkeepsie station or 12 miles from Taconic Hereford State Park parking.
Please bring enough water and food for a day.
Some might drive to the Taconic Hereford directly, so ask in group if they have space for you and your bike.
For the walkie-talkie lovers, we will use frequency: 462.6125 or 462.6375 (Channel 3 and 4).
Please get your Hudson line train tickets ahead from Grand central station to Poughkeepsie station, NY and back.Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145
Our meetup group: https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d
Our WhatsApp group is: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GlgGMqvMRt7I6OP0lRp6im
TG: https://t.me/neverwinterfreePlease apply via:
Wechat: cozmo31
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www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=286948809Disclaimer of liability:
By participating in this activity you agree that organizers are not to be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur before, during or after the event. - Dover Stone Church and Nellie Hill PreserveGrand Central Terminal, 87 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017, New York, NE
This is a free event and only rain can stop us!
Time for some bush walk verticals! This time we will go to Dover Stone Church and Nellie Hill preserves.
We will pass through rivers, creeks, waterfall, cave and have a lunch by the top of the mountain.
If we will have enough time we will visit Roger Perry Memorial preserve as well.
This is a loop walk!When?
September 21
6:45 AM (Sunday)Where?
1st meeting point 06:45 AM center of Grand Central Terminal (look for a round information kiosk).
https://maps.app.goo.gl/sPc2Uss2715yXnti6
2d meeting point 09:50 AM Dover Stone Church (3128 NY-22, Dover Plains)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/rk5Lafjunyen7yBx5Detailed plan:
6:45 AM - Meeting at center of Grand Central Terminal (look for a round information kiosk)
7:09 AM - Departure from Grand Central to Manitou train station
8:52 AM - Transit at Southeast station
9:34 AM - Arriving to Dover Plains station
9:50 AM - Meeting rest of the group at Dover Stone Church
https://maps.app.goo.gl/rk5Lafjunyen7yBx5
10:00 AM - Start hiking
12:00 PM - Lunch at a Dover Stone Church preserve
2:30 PM - Reaching Nellie Hill preserve
4:00 PM - Returning to Dover Plains station
4:23 PM - Taking train back to Grand central
6:42 PM - Arriving to Grand Central station**** HOW TO GET THERE and BACK ***
Harlem line:
Way to: Grand Central to Dover Plains (look for a 7:09 AM train with transfer at Southeast station)
Way back: Dover Plains to Grand Central (look for 4:23 PM train with transfer at Southeast station)By car: ask a group if someone is driving and can give you a ride.
*** USEFUL INFO ***
About 10 miles hike (at least 30% will be bushwalking)
Total elevation: 1100ft
Please don't come late as the train will NOT wait for you.
Walkie-talkie: our frequency: 462.6125 or 462.6375 (Channel 3 and 4)
Please bring enough water and food for 6 hours.
We do not recommend you to swim at lakes and rivers.
We suggest getting train tickets in advance at Grand Central station or through the MTA travel time app.Maps (besides the places we will do bushwalking):
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/dover-stone-church
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/nellie-hill-preserve-red-trail-loopOur FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145
Our meetup group: https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d
Whatsapp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GVXEFcR4PMjH70KLNlbpRV
Telegram: https://t.me/neverwinterfreePlease apply via:
Wechat: cozmo31
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We have WhatsApp group to coordinate this event (please ask organizer)Disclaimer of liability:
By participating in this activity you agree that organizers are not to be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur before, during or after the event. - Tarrytown lakes and Rockefeller state parks HikeGrand Central Terminal, New York, NY
This is a free event and only heavy rain can stop us!
Dear verticals, it's time for a new hike in the Hudson Valley!
This time we will take a walk through the beautiful Tarrytown Lakes Park and Rockefeller State Park.
As always, we will pass through lakes, old churches, rivers and enjoy the beauty of the Hudson River.
We will stop for lunch at Pocantico Hills and come back home from Scarborough.
If we have enough time we will have dinner together.
This is not a loop hike!When?
September 27
8:00 AM (Saturday)Where?
1st meeting point 08:15 center of Grand Central Terminal (look for a round information kiosk).
https://maps.app.goo.gl/sPc2Uss2715yXnti6
2d meeting point 09:25 AM entrance to RiverMarket Bar and Kitchen (127 W Main St, Tarrytown, NY)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/M2KHZqKmZgen6GpNADetailed plan:
08:00 AM - Meeting at center of Grand Central Terminal (look for a round information kiosk)
08:23 AM - Departure from Grand Central to Tarrytown train station
09:16 AM - Arriving at Tarrytown
09:25 AM - Meeting rest of the group at the entrance to RiverMarket Bar and Kitchen
https://maps.app.goo.gl/M2KHZqKmZgen6GpNA
10:05 AM - Arriving to Red trail and start hiking
01:00 PM - Lunch at Pocantico Hills
01:20 PM - Continue hiking
03:45 PM - Reaching Old Style Horseman Bridge
04:40 PM - Reaching Archville
05:30 PM - Reaching Scarborough station
05:40 PM - Departure from Scarborough station to Grand Central station
06:44 PM - Arriving at Grand Central station**** HOW TO GET THERE and BACK ***
Metro-North train:
Way to: Grand Central to Tarrytown train station (look for a 8:23 AM train).
Way back: Scarborough train station to Grand Central (look for 5:40 PM train).By car: ask a group if someone is driving and can give you a ride.
*** USEFUL INFO ***
About 12 miles hike (expect for full day)
Total elevation: 1100ft (please keep this into consideration as this hike is NOT for rookies)
Please don't come late as the train will NOT wait for you
Walkie-talkie: our frequency: 462.6125 or 462.6375 (Channel 3 and 4)
Please bring enough water and food for whole day
We do not recommend you to swim at lakes and rivers
We suggest getting train tickets in advance at Grand Central station or through the MTA appMap (screenshot): [)
Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EG74xUCSVGi1XAoKAOur FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145
Our meetup group: https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d
Whatsapp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GVXEFcR4PMjH70KLNlbpRV
Telegram: https://t.me/neverwinterfreePlease apply via:
IG: neverwinter_free_parties
LINE: cozmo31
Wechat: cozmo31
www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=28694880Disclaimer of liability:
By participating in this activity you agree that organizers are not to be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur before, during or after the event. - Cycling through Hudson River (NY and NJ)Burger King, New York, NY
It's a free event! Only rain can stop us!
Dear verticals, this time we will pedal through NY and CT via Yonkers and Henry Hudson drive.
We will have numerous stops for stretching. This route has plenty of places where you can refill the water and are very environmentally friendly.
Big portion of the trail goes via a protected bicycle lane.
Because everyone has their own cycling pace, we might split into groups at some point.September 28 (Sunday)
Starts at 9:00 AMStarts/Ends at: Burger King (6007 Broadway, Bronx)
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Google map: https://goo.gl/maps/vNmsH5eF7AYhhQFd7*** SOME INFO ***
Total distance: about 48 miles (please take this into consideration as this event is not for rookies)
About 6 hours ride (average speed 11 miles/hr)
Total elevation: 2992ft
Road type: 100% paved
This is not a foodie meetup so NO food stops on the whole trail. Please come prepared for the ride.
We highly recommend not using Citibikes for this activity.
PS: That's not the best route and we might optimize it.Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145
Our meetup group: https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d
Whatsapp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GlgGMqvMRt7I6OP0lRp6im
Telegram: https://t.me/neverwinterfreePlease apply via:
IG: neverwinter_free_parties
LINE: cozmo31
Wechat: cozmo31
www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=28694880Disclaimer of liability:
By participating in this activity you agree that organizers are not to be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur before, during or after the event.
