The Jewish Outdoors Club
Event
- Title:
- 20-Something Palisades Boulder Field Hike!--FULL
- When:
- Sun, Nov 11, 2007
- Category:
- Misc
Description
Last year I had a fabulous opportunity to experience theGiantStairsHike on the western shore of the Hudson River. OnSunday,November 11, I am planning revisit this beautiful hikebeforethe endof the foliage season, and Id love for you to join me.
Thishikeis geared toward welcoming new JOCers ages 20-29... Perhapsyouvebeen receiving the e-mails for a while and waiting forjust therighttime to jump in--then this hike is for YOU! Readon for moreinfo:
HIKE DETAILS:
Thetrails at the NY-NJ State LineLookout offer a wide range ofhikingadventures just minutes from NYC,where the New Jersey Palisadesreachmore than 500 feet above the HudsonRiver. The Giant StairsHikeoffers breathtaking views (from theGWB to the Tappan Zee) andgreathiking challenges--lots of rockscrambling right alongside theHudsonRiver. There is an addedbonus of Peanut LeapCascade--abeautiful waterfall we will pass alongthe way.
HOW DIFFICULT IS THE HIKE?
Goodquestion! This is not an easy hike, but it is also not inleaguewith climbingMount Washington in the middle of thewinter. Thetrail is flat formuch of the way where it followsthe shore of theHudson, but there aregiant stairs the size ofboulders that descend 500feet at the beginningand end of thetrail. It is doable forpeople in decent shape. Ifyou havedifficulty walking up hills or haveproblems withyourknees/legs/ankles/hips/toes/etc., I would not adviseattendingthishike.
We plan to set a moderate pace and includelots of timefor pictures,detours, lunch, and other adventures. Bottom line...if you areadventurous and dont plan to complain, you arein.
WHAT IS THE AVERAGE AGE OF HIKERS?
This hike is geared towards participants aged 20-29. On average, most people will probably be in their mid to late 20s.
Iaminviting around 30 hikers (aiming for even ratios ofmenandwomen). JOC hikes are NOT "singles events"--and wewanttoensure a welcoming friendly environment for all participants.
Wewill meet at the State Line Lookout off the PalisadesInterstateParkwayNorth (less than 10 miles from the GWB) at 9:00 onSunday,November11. Cost is $2 to the JOC (plus $7 to reimburseyourdriver).
***Ifyou are interested in exploring with me,please respond to thise-mailwith the following information for EACHPERSON YOU AREREGISTERING:
1) Name
2) E-mail
3) Cell phone #
4) Point of departure
5) Can you be a driver for others? If so, how many passengers?
6) Prior hiking experience
7) Have you attended other JOC events in the past?
8) Youre in your twenties, right? No lying now! :)
Pleaseincludeall of the above information so I can register you andmakeappropriatearrangements to get you there to have a good time.
PLEASENOTE:your registration is not confirmed until you receive ane-mailfrom mestating that you are. Please don’t send multiple e-mailsaskingif youare in.
Now, read on for more hike details:
WHAT TO BRING?
FOOTWEAR:Goodhiking boots are a MUST! Sneakers and trailshoesareacceptable, but keep in mind the rockyterrain. NOTAppropriate: Open-toed or backed shoes,sandals,flip-flops,Crocks, or anything with a heel or that may easilyfalloff--You dont*want to do this hike barefoot!
CLOTHING: To enjoy the day and complete the hike, you must have clothing that:
A) allows you to move comfortably
B)takes weather and temperature intoconsideration (layers aregreat,esp. fleece for this time ofyear. Try to avoid cotton asit stayswet and will chill you whenyou start to sweat.
C) you dont mind getting dirty. Well be outside... climbing rocks... you do the math...!
FOOD TO BRING: Lunch and snacks that will get you through a day of hiking. There is no Supersol on the cliffs...
DRINKSTOBRING: Make sure you have with you AT LEAST 2 litersofwater. (Note: "At least" means you may bring MORE,notLess!). Sportsdrinks are a good idea IN ADDITION to the watertohelp replace lostelectrolytes. Camel Backs are greatforcarrying water and freeingyour hand for the climb.
OTHER GEARTO BRING: Backpack,hat, sunglasses, windbreaker,hiking poles,camera, binoculars, firstaid kit if you are trained inits use,sunscreen, insect repellant,tissues, emergency flares...
Feel free to contact me with any questions. I look forward to hiking with you next Sunday,
Amy
Thishikeis geared toward welcoming new JOCers ages 20-29... Perhapsyouvebeen receiving the e-mails for a while and waiting forjust therighttime to jump in--then this hike is for YOU! Readon for moreinfo:
HIKE DETAILS:
Thetrails at the NY-NJ State LineLookout offer a wide range ofhikingadventures just minutes from NYC,where the New Jersey Palisadesreachmore than 500 feet above the HudsonRiver. The Giant StairsHikeoffers breathtaking views (from theGWB to the Tappan Zee) andgreathiking challenges--lots of rockscrambling right alongside theHudsonRiver. There is an addedbonus of Peanut LeapCascade--abeautiful waterfall we will pass alongthe way.
HOW DIFFICULT IS THE HIKE?
Goodquestion! This is not an easy hike, but it is also not inleaguewith climbingMount Washington in the middle of thewinter. Thetrail is flat formuch of the way where it followsthe shore of theHudson, but there aregiant stairs the size ofboulders that descend 500feet at the beginningand end of thetrail. It is doable forpeople in decent shape. Ifyou havedifficulty walking up hills or haveproblems withyourknees/legs/ankles/hips/toes/etc., I would not adviseattendingthishike.
We plan to set a moderate pace and includelots of timefor pictures,detours, lunch, and other adventures. Bottom line...if you areadventurous and dont plan to complain, you arein.
WHAT IS THE AVERAGE AGE OF HIKERS?
This hike is geared towards participants aged 20-29. On average, most people will probably be in their mid to late 20s.
Iaminviting around 30 hikers (aiming for even ratios ofmenandwomen). JOC hikes are NOT "singles events"--and wewanttoensure a welcoming friendly environment for all participants.
Wewill meet at the State Line Lookout off the PalisadesInterstateParkwayNorth (less than 10 miles from the GWB) at 9:00 onSunday,November11. Cost is $2 to the JOC (plus $7 to reimburseyourdriver).
***Ifyou are interested in exploring with me,please respond to thise-mailwith the following information for EACHPERSON YOU AREREGISTERING:
1) Name
2) E-mail
3) Cell phone #
4) Point of departure
5) Can you be a driver for others? If so, how many passengers?
6) Prior hiking experience
7) Have you attended other JOC events in the past?
8) Youre in your twenties, right? No lying now! :)
Pleaseincludeall of the above information so I can register you andmakeappropriatearrangements to get you there to have a good time.
PLEASENOTE:your registration is not confirmed until you receive ane-mailfrom mestating that you are. Please don’t send multiple e-mailsaskingif youare in.
Now, read on for more hike details:
WHAT TO BRING?
FOOTWEAR:Goodhiking boots are a MUST! Sneakers and trailshoesareacceptable, but keep in mind the rockyterrain. NOTAppropriate: Open-toed or backed shoes,sandals,flip-flops,Crocks, or anything with a heel or that may easilyfalloff--You dont*want to do this hike barefoot!
CLOTHING: To enjoy the day and complete the hike, you must have clothing that:
A) allows you to move comfortably
B)takes weather and temperature intoconsideration (layers aregreat,esp. fleece for this time ofyear. Try to avoid cotton asit stayswet and will chill you whenyou start to sweat.
C) you dont mind getting dirty. Well be outside... climbing rocks... you do the math...!
FOOD TO BRING: Lunch and snacks that will get you through a day of hiking. There is no Supersol on the cliffs...
DRINKSTOBRING: Make sure you have with you AT LEAST 2 litersofwater. (Note: "At least" means you may bring MORE,notLess!). Sportsdrinks are a good idea IN ADDITION to the watertohelp replace lostelectrolytes. Camel Backs are greatforcarrying water and freeingyour hand for the climb.
OTHER GEARTO BRING: Backpack,hat, sunglasses, windbreaker,hiking poles,camera, binoculars, firstaid kit if you are trained inits use,sunscreen, insect repellant,tissues, emergency flares...
Feel free to contact me with any questions. I look forward to hiking with you next Sunday,
Amy
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