Events

The 2024 Hudson River Valley Ramble will occur on August 31st and every day in September. Event leaders will be able to submit events in Spring. If you have questions about hosting an event for the Ramble, please email ramble@hudsongreenway.ny.gov.

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Appalachian Trail Rehabilitation/Relocation Project

Location

Appalachian Trail - Harriman State Park
Anthony Wayne Far South Parking Lot - South End (Exit 17, Palisades Interstate Parkway)
Harriman State Park, NY

41.290317 -74.024619

County: Rockland
Region: Lower Hudson

Date(s)

  • September 9, 2017, 9:00AM, Confirm parking location when registering
  • September 10, 2017, 9:00AM, Confirm parking location when registering
  • September 23, 2017, 9:00AM, Confirm parking location when registering
  • September 24, 2017, 9:00AM, Confirm parking location when registering

Details

Event Type Walk/Hike Description Join the Long Distance Trails Crew of the New York - New Jersey Trail Conference on the Appalachian Trail (AT) at Harriman State Park, NY. We will be working on trail rehabilitation or relocation of an original section of the AT on West Mountain or Black Mountain. Learn how to build sustainable trails including how to move large rocks, bench cut trails, and build stone steps and crib walls. Much of the work will involve using heavy hand tools and some rigging with a high line (overhead cable) to move heavy rocks. There will also be lighter duty work but all involves moderate to strenuous physical labor. The work-sites are about a mile from the parking area and road and there will be very little carrying of equipment to the site. No experience is necessary; the crew provides the necessary equipment, training, and camaraderie for a fun and rewarding day where you will be able to immediately see the results of your efforts. All you need to provide is lunch and water, gloves, a smile, and a desire to work hard and safely in the great outdoors. Organization Hosting the Event New York-New Jersey Trail Conference

Registration

Advance registration required.
Chris Reyling, 914 953-4900, chrisreyling@gmail.com Bob Fuller, 732 952 2162, refuller99@hotmail.com Registration by Thursday before the event

Additional Information

This is a trail work event. The site has steep slopes and uneven surfaces.
Additional Equipment Required: Work gloves and safety glasses if they have them. Participants will also be required to fill out a Volunteer Service Agreement before the event. Information will be provided when they register.

Event Duration (hours): 7
Difficulty: Moderate
Not suitable for children under age 14.
Length (miles): 2
Boots Needed: Yes

Family Friendly
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? No
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