Events

Migrating Birds at John Burroughs Slabsides

Location

John Burroughs Nature Sanctuary
Pond Lane entrance on Floyd Ackert Rd.
West Park, NY 12493

County: Ulster
Region: Mid Hudson

Date(s)

• September 12, 2026, 8:00AM (rain or shine)

Detailed Times/Hours Following the Ramble, from approx. Noon until 4:00 pm, you are invited to tour John Burroughs' rustic 1895 cabin retreat "Slabsides," a National Historic Landmark and a Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area of Special interest. Through works written there about nature, John Burroughs had a profound impact on the emerging conservation movement of the late 1800s and early 1900s. He inspired generations of readers to head outdoors and national leaders to preserve land and its wildlife.

Details

Event Type Walk/Hike Description Following the Ramble, from approx. Noon until 4:00 pm, you are invited to tour John Burroughs' rustic 1895 cabin retreat "Slabsides," a National Historic Landmark and a Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area of Special interest. Through works written there about nature, John Burroughs had a profound impact on the emerging conservation movement of the late 1800s and early 1900s. He inspired generations of readers to head outdoors and national leaders to preserve land and its wildlife. Organization Hosting the Event John Burroughs Association Phone Number (845) 384-6556 Contact Email info@johnburroughsassociation.org

Registration

Advance registration required.
Sept. 9, 2026. info@johnburroughsassociation.org

Additional Information

Easy to moderately rough terrain on well-developed trails, many with stone pathways and steps. The trails are part of the Hudson River Valley Greenway Trail System.
Additional Equipment Required: Wear hiking boots or sturdy shoes. Consider bringing water and bug repellent.

Trip Duration (hours): 2-3
Difficulty: Moderate
This event is NOT Suitable for children under: 12
Length (miles): 1
Boots Needed: No

Family Friendly: Yes
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? No