To find the Greenbelt Office in Blydenburgh Park: from Route 25-25A in Smithtown, go south on Brooksite Dr.; at next light (New Mill Rd.), turn right to park entrance at end of road. From Route 347, find Brooksite Dr. between the 347-454 junction and Rt. 111; head north on Brooksite to New Mill Rd.; go left to the park. Follow the paved path at the west end of the lot to the Blydenburgh-Weld House.
Sun. Sept. 5 – TERRELL RIVER WALK: 1:30 PM – 3 miles – easy – flat – Info: Tom or Sherri, 631-567-9484.
Take an afternoon walk in this popular Suffolk County park with river and bay views; rain cancels; meet at Flight 800 Memorial parking lot, north side of Montauk Hwy., east of Belleview Ave. and west of Kaler’s Pond in Center Moriches. E: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Tues. Sept. 7 – COLD SPRING HARBOR HILL HOP: 10:00 AM – 4.3 miles – fast – hilly – Info: George, 516-249-5041.
Not for beginners! One of the toughest hikes on L.I. with a rewarding view of the harbor and many ups and downs on the way to NY 108 and back; meet at the Nassau-Suffolk Greenbelt trailhead on Harbor Rd. (NY 25A) in the unpaved parking lot adjacent to the Cold Spring Harbor Library, bring water, rain cancels.
Wed. Sept. 8 – BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL: 9:00 AM – 4 miles – easy – flat – Info: Tom or Sherri, 631-567-9484.
Watch the yellow buses go by on opening day, then join us as we hike the L.I. Trail from the Connetquot State Park Preserve entrance to Bunce’s Bridge and return on the east side of the river; classic pine barrens and rich history; see wildlife: flocks of retired teachers leaping and howling; rain cancels; bring water; meet at Connetquot Park parking lot, north side of NY 27, west of Oakdale-Bohemia Rd.; (fee, or free with Empire Pass); from the west, take NY 27 to Exit 47A, make u-turn at Oakdale-Bohemia Rd. bridge. E: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Sat. Sept. 11 – STUMP POND CIRCULAR: 9:45 AM – 5.7 miles – moderate – varied – Info: Terrie, 631-885-4543.
Enjoy a moderate-paced hike around the 120-acre pond in the middle of Blydenburgh Park; bring water and snack/lunch; joint with NHOC; rain cancels; meet at south entrance to Blydenburgh Park, on the north side of NY 347, west of the 347/454 merge in Hauppauge, across from Suffolk County Dennison Building; meet in lot to right.
Sun. Sept. 12 – SMITHTOWN LANDING TO SEASHORE: 8:15 AM – 9 miles – fast – varied – Info: Shari, 516-721-0223.
Rise and shine for an early hike with the birds! From Smithtown Landing along the scenic Nissequogue River to the beaches and bluffs of Sunken Meadow; bring water and snacks; meet at Smithtown Landing Golf Course; from jct. NY 25-25A-111 in Smithtown, go west on Main St. to Landing Ave. (picture frame store on corner), then turn north on Landing Ave to GC; follow park road to parking lot and meet at the river side of lot. E:
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Sun. Sept. 12 – CAUMSETT CAPER: 2:00 PM – 3 hours – moderate – varied – Info: Charlotte, 631- 929-1035.
An afternoon exploration of the great Caumsett State Park; not a beginners walk; bring back-pack picnic food for late afternoon early dinner overlooking the Long Island Sound; rain cancels; fee for parking or free with Empire Pass; singles welcome; meet in parking lot; from L.I.E. Exit 49, take NY 110 north to NY25A (Main Street); go left 3 lights to West Neck Rd.; turn right and go north about 6 miles to park entrance on left; Note: if coming from Nassau, Woodbury Rd. becomes West Neck Rd. at Main St., Huntington.
Wed. Sept. 15 – WILDWOOD WANDERING: 1:00 PM - up to 5 miles - moderate - varied - Info: Karen, 631-929-6590, before 8 PM.
Explore the woods, beaches and bluffs of this beautiful state park on L.I. Sound; rain cancels; take Wm. Floyd Pky. (C.R. 46) to its northern end, then east (right) on NY 25A, left onto Sound Ave., left on Hulse Landing Rd. (C.R. 54).
Sat. Sept. 18 – LONG BEACH BOARDWALK WALK: 8:00 AM – 5 miles – easy to moderate – flat – Info: Vince 516-851-6165. Beginners welcome on a wonderful scenic and tranquil stroll along the Long Beach boardwalk; hike leaves from New York Ave. and West Broadway boardwalk entrance; bring fluids, walking shoes, sun screen and a visor/cap; hike entrance is free; enjoying a day at the beach is $10 per person; hope to see you!
Sat. Sept. 18 – CALEB SMITH EXPLORATION: 9:00 AM sharp – 4 miles – moderate –varied – Info Dennis, 631-366-0985.
Enjoy the early morning sunshine and fresh air on a walk at Caleb Smith State Park Preserve; explore its many different habitats, including freshwater wetlands, ponds, streams, fields and upland woods; bring water and snack; from Sunken Meadow St. Pky. Exit SM3, go east on NY 25 three miles to park entrance on left.
Sun. Sept. 19 – ANDY AND LINDA'S 16TH ANNIVERSARY HIKE: 9:30 AM – 5.7 miles – moderate – varied – Info: Andy or Linda, 631-696-8089.
Help celebrate Andy and Linda Suntup’s 16th Wedding Anniversary as the happy hikers lead a walk beginning at the spot on our L. I. Trail where they were married; a scenic walk around the 120-acre pond in the middle of Blydenburgh Park; bring snack and liquid; heavy rain cancels; meet at our Office (see directions at top of schedule).
Tues. Sept. 21 – COLD SPRING HARBOR HILL HOP: 10:00 AM – 4.3 miles – fast – hilly – Info: George, 516-249-5041.
Not for beginners! One of the toughest hikes on L.I. with a rewarding view of the harbor and many ups and downs on the way to NY 108 and back; meet at the Nassau-Suffolk Greenbelt trailhead on Harbor Rd. (NY 25A) in the unpaved parking lot adjacent to the Cold Spring Harbor Library, bring water, rain cancels.
