9:30 AM – 6.5 miles – moderate – varied to hilly – E: Sal, sailingsals60@gmail.com.

A moderately paced hike along the hilly bluffs of Sunken Meadow and the Nissequogue River features picturesque views of the Long Island Sound, and Connecticut. Bring water, snacks and a smile. Restrooms at Sunken Meadow and Nissequogue River Park have been open. Hiking shoes are recommended. Heavy rain cancels; light rain does not. Take Sunken Meadow Pkwy. north to Exit SM4E. Head east on Pulaski Rd. (which changes into Old Dock Rd.) At the 5th traffic light make a right onto St. Johnland Rd. After 1/2 mile, turn right onto Kings Park Blvd, opposite Nissequogue River State Park entrance. Park in the 1st parking lot adjacent to 213 Kings Park Blvd. Optional lunch afterwards.