9:00 AM –  around 13 miles – fast – varied – Info: Jeff, 631-902-3156, or E: jeffgreenberger@mac.com.  

A few brisk hours in the woods, featuring Wildwood Lake, the Red and Yellow Loops, and then a bit more on the Pine Barrens Trail; bring water and snacks; meet at the top end of Parking Field 1 at Suffolk Community College, Eastern Campus (NY 27 to Exit 61, take C. R. 51 toward Riverhead, go 4.5 miles to right turn at Speonk-Riverhead Road (sign for college), then right turn onto campus, quick left at welcome sign, quick right to top/west end of Field 1); inclement weather cancels, so call or text to be sure; fast pace, only one quick stop for snacks.

10:30 AM- 4-5 miles, Slower paced, flat, wooded with some sand. Registration required. . CALL or E: Sal, 631-235-2059, or sailingsals60@gmail.com

Wildlife Viewing- Morton Refuge is an ideal spot for wildlife watching. Most visitors enjoy watching wildlife while hiking the Wild Birds Nature Trail. Wildlife have become acclimated to visitors and often go about their day without a second glance. Eastern wild turkeys, songbirds and chipmunks all can be seen along the wooded sections of the trail. Bald Eagle & Osprey can be seen flying overhead hunting for fish in the bay. In the winter, large groups of black ducks, bufflehead and common goldeneye can be seen floating in the bay. An elevated platform at the beach allows visitors an outstanding view of Little Peconic Bay, Noyack Bay and Jessup’s Neck Peninsula’s wildlife species. GPS: 2595 Noyack Road, Sag Harbor, NY 11963. Heavy rain / snow cancels, light rain does not. Optional dining afterwards.

Noon 2 mi.; 1.5 hr.; flat; slow-moderate. Reservation required, call Jane 631-689-1568.

Walk to the fish hatchery, cross the river, then return to the main pond and water mill. Some educational stops. Enter off Sunrise Hwy. After the toll booth, turn left to park. Meet in the parking lot by the toll booth. Restrooms in the main building should be open.

9am - 12:30pm - 5 to 6 miles - 300 to 400 ft Elevation Gain - Moderate Difficulty - 2 to 3 MPH pace. Hike Lead Mark, Email - QuistAdventures@gmail.com, Cell# 516-672-9853

Meet by the Bill Paterson Nature Center (entrance by Locust Lane). Join us on a hike around the grounds of the Chelsea Estate and former Winthrop Mansion. We will hike through Nassau County’s largest preserve and see some of the old ruins of the previous owners. Trails can be uneven and tight in some areas, appropriate clothing is advised. Bring plenty of water and some snacks! There is also one road crossing midway to two thirds into the hike. Heavy rain or snow cancels. If unsure, please contact me in the morning of the hike. Address : 1861 Muttontown Rd, Oyster Bay, NY 11771.

8:30am – 12 miles – moderate – hilly.  Info: Tammy, 631-896-1409, between 6-9pm. 

We will do an out-and-back from the Trailview Parking Lot all the way to Cold Spring Harbor library and back.  This is not a hike for those who have not hiked in a while.  Bring water, lunch, and trail snacks.  A hiking pole is recommended.  Heavy rain/snow cancels, light rain/snow may limit the length of the hike; call morning of hike if unsure.  Directions: I-495 (L.I.E.) Exit 44N. Merge onto NY-135 N toward Syosset. Take exit 14 E (Rte. 25 or Jericho Turnpike) toward Woodbury. Turn right onto 25. Continue to the Trailview Parking Lot on your left just east of the Stop and Shop.

9am to 11:30am - 3 to 4 miles - 300 ft Elevation Gain - Light to Moderate Difficulty - 2mph to 2.5mph Pace - Hike Lead Mark, Email - QuistAdventures@gmail.com, Cell# 516-672-9853

Take a stroll through Shu Swamp to admire the birds and vegetation (and if we are insanely lucky, some otters) in this preserve and the surrounding ones! We will stroll through the interconnected paths of Shu Swamp, Humes and Upper Francis Pond preserves. We will meet in the dirt parking lot off Frost Mill Road. Bring water, snacks, appropriate footwear and binoculars are recommended! Heavy rain or snow cancels. If unsure, please contact me in the morning of the hike. Address : 28 Frost Mill Rd, Mill Neck, Us 11765

10:00 AM – 4.5 to 5 miles – moderate pace – flat – Registration required. CALL or E: Sal, 631-235-2059, or sailingsals60@gmail.com

Meet at the Welcome Center near the Main House for a brisk hike in this South Shore hidden jewel encompassing 690 acres along the picturesque Connetquot River; bring water, snacks, and a smile; trail shoes recommended. Take Southern State Pkwy. Exit 45E, continue east on Montauk Hwy. 1/2 mile to entrance on the right, or NY 27 to Connetquot Ave., turn south, to Montauk Hwy., then left towards the Arboretum on right. GPS: 440 Montauk Hwy, Great River, NY 11739. Heavy rain /snow cancels, light rain does not. Optional lunch afterwards.

10:00 am   Varied 5- 6 miles   Info only:  Carol  arolmu@aol.com or 631 223-3427. 

Please join me as we hike the  part of the Greenbelt Nassau/Suffolk trail through Bethpage.  Please bring water, snacks .  Rain , snow and or ice cancels.  .  We will meet in the parking lot by the picnic area.  Take NY135 (Seaford/Oyster Bay Expwy) to Powell Ave., Exit 8.    Go east just around the curve to Bethpage SP entrance.  Follow signs to Picnic area past the booth.

10:00 AM – 4.5 to 5 miles – moderate pace –Registration required. CALL or E: Sal, 631-235-2059, or sailingsals60@gmail.com

Explore several trails in the pine barrens of this county park, featuring the Sans Souci Lakes and abundant wildlife; bring water, snacks and a smile; hiking shoes are recommended. Meet at the Bayport trailhead; from NY 27 Exit 50 eastbound or Exit 51 westbound, go south on Broadway Ave. to Montauk Hwy.; go left about 1/4 mile, and left again onto Lakeview Ave (Girl Scout Way), opposite Speedway Gas; Sans Souci Bayport trailhead sign will be on your left after about 1/4 mile); park on the park side and meet at park sign; GPS: 468 Lakeview Ave, Bayport, NY 11705. Heavy rain / snow cancels, light rain does not. Optional lunch afterwards.

Noon 2 to 2.5 mi.; flat; moderate pace. Reservation required, call Jane 631-689-1568.

Park at the far end of the parking lot on the NORTH side of the RR. Walk to the first bridge using the Greenbelt trail and return along the paved path. Restrooms near the start point. Expect the Greenbelt path to be rooted and possibly wet.

9:00 AM – 5.7 miles – moderate – varied – Info Nancy B., 631-682-0035.

Hike around the 120-acre pond in the middle of Blydenburgh Park: bring drinks and snack: rain or shine, although extreme weather cancels. Meet at the south entrance of Blydenburgh County Park, opposite the County Offices on NY 347 in the parking lot just east (above) the Entrance Booth [old police station] Enjoy a chocolate snack when we take a rest!

Note: Due to the “missing Dam” this will be a in and out hike!

9am to 11:15am - 3 to 4 miles - 300 ft Elevation Gain - Light to Moderate Difficulty - 2 to 3 MPH pace. Hike Lead | Mark, Email - QuistAdventures@gmail.com, Cell# 516-672-9853

Join us in exploring this hidden preserve nestled into the Fort Salonga area. We will meet in the

parking lot off of 25A Fort Salonga Road. Bring water and snacks! Heavy rain or snow cancels.

If unsure, please contact me in the morning of the hike. Address : 932-982 Fort Salonga Rd, Fort Salonga, NY 11768.

9:00 AM – 6 miles –moderate– hilly – Info: Janet 631-288-6884 or C#631-871-7240.

A hilly hike in Manorville County Park, NOT for beginners; bring water, snack and mask for the 3 hour hike; see glacial erratics and kettle holes; meet at the trail head in county park; from L.I.E. exit 70, take C.R. 111 south about 1 mile; look for Eastport Manor Rd and Shrine sign and exit off C.R. 111; at stop sign make a left to traffic light; from there merge onto C.R. 111 northbound but carefully move immediately to right lane; park entrance is a very short distance on the right; rain cancels.

10:00 AM - ~5 miles - moderate pace - Info only, call or text Rick: (631) 275-8539. Email: richardwhalen@optonline.net

Travel the old ways as we hike the full length of Flaggy Hole Road in Hither Woods, then turn back on the historic Old North Road.  This is a classic Hither Woods hike.  Meet 10:00 a.m. at Rod’s Valley, parking area at the west end of Navy Road, Montauk.  Distance: 5 miles, moderate pace.  Bring lunch & liquids.  Info only, call or text Rick: (631) 275-8539. Email: richardwhalen@optonline.net.

10:00 AM – 6 miles – moderate – flat, some sand – Registration required.. CALL or E: Sal, 631-235-2059, or sailingsals60@gmail.com

Join us for a walk at Fire Island National Seashore to the Lighthouse and beyond towards Atlantique; we’ll wind through quaint beach towns along streets, boardwalks and some beaches (tides permitting) before returning; sneakers will suffice for this hike; heavy rain cancels, light rain does not; take Robert Moses Causeway south to end; enter the traffic circle, take 2nd right towards Parking Field 5; meet at east end of Field 5 near the boardwalk entrance. Heavy rain cancels, light rain does not. Optional lunch afterwards.

10:00 am    6 miles    Moderate    Flat    Info only: Carol 631 223-3427 or arolmu@aol.com

We will hike up the west side of the park past the backyards of the neighboring houses, checking out the horses in the paddocks.  Then we will head to Bunce's Bridge and come back along the river's edge and pick up the Red Trail.  Perhaps go to lunch at Bayard Cutting Arboretum afterwards.  Meet in main parking lot; north side of NY 27.  .      .   From west take NY 27 to exit 47A (Oakdale/Bohemia Rd.). follow signs for U turn back onto NY 27 going west to park entrance on right.  From East take NY 27 west to park entrance on right.  . Bring water & snack.  Rain, snow or icy conditions cancels.  Cold weather does not.    

10.00 AM – 4 to 5 miles-moderate - flat - Registration required. CALL or E: Sal, 631-235-2059, or sailingsals60@gmail.com

A moderately fast hike over gently varied terrain paralleling the river, opening to a picturesque beach with scenic views of Moriches Bay and Fire Island National Seashore; after hiking along the beach we will return to the trails to complete the loop; hiking shoes recommended; bring ample water, snacks and a smile; binoculars/cameras for wildlife viewing optional. from L.I.E. Exit 68 or NY 27 Exit 58S, take William Floyd Parkway south to Montauk Hwy. (C.R. 80); turn left, and in 2.9 miles keep right to stay on Montauk Hwy.; continue another 2.1 miles to Kalers Pond Park parking lot on left, GPS: 1 Chet Swezey Rd, Center Moriches, NY 11934. No parking fee. Heavy rain / snow cancels, light rain does not. Optional lunch afterwards.

10am to 12pm - 3 to 4 miles - 150 ft Elevation Gain - Moderate Difficulty - 2.5 MPH Pace Hike Lead | Mark, Email - QuistAdventures@gmail.com, Cell# 516-672-9853

Come and hike through Bethpage on some of the shared trails! We will be meeting in the picnic parking lot by the bathrooms. Bring water and snacks! Heavy rain or snow cancels. If unsure, please contact me in the morning of the hike.

10:00 AM – 4.5 to 5 miles – moderate pace –Registration required. CALL or E: Sal, 631-235-2059, or sailingsals60@gmail.com

Explore several trails in the pine barrens of this county park, featuring the Sans Souci Lakes and abundant wildlife; bring water, snacks and a smile; hiking shoes are recommended. Meet at the Bayport trailhead; from NY 27 Exit 50 eastbound or Exit 51 westbound, go south on Broadway Ave. to Montauk Hwy.; go left about 1/4 mile, and left again onto Lakeview Ave (Girl Scout Way), opposite Speedway Gas; Sans Souci Bayport trailhead sign will be on your left after about 1/4 mile); park on the park side and meet at park sign; GPS: 468 Lakeview Ave, Bayport, NY 11705. Heavy rain / snow cancels, light rain does not. Optional lunch afterwards.

10:00 AM - ~4 miles –  moderate pace. Info only, call or text Rick: (631) 275-8539. Email: richardwhalen@optonline.net

Explore all areas of Montauk’s Camp Hero State Park, from the hills and streams of the Point Woods to the ocean views of the Montauk Moorlands. Wikoff Way & Paumanok Path in Camp Hero.  Meet 10:00 a.m. at Point Woods trailhead, roadside parking on Camp Hero Road, Montauk. Distance: ~4 miles, moderate pace.  Bring snacks & liquids.  Info only, call or text Rick: (631) 275-8539. Email: richardwhalen@optonline.net.

10:00 AM, ~6.5 miles – moderate – varied to hilly – Registration required. CALL or E: Sal, 631-235-2059, or 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. GPS Address: 213 Kings Park Blvd. Kings Park, NY 11754. Heavy rain / snow cancels, light rain does not. Optional lunch afterwards.

8am to 12pm - 9 to 10 miles - 1100 to 1200 ft Elevation Gain – Strenuous Difficulty - 3 MPH + pace. Hike Lead | Mark, Email - QuistAdventures@gmail.com, Cell# 516-672-9853

Come hike through the hilly northern end of the Nassau-Suffolk Greenbelt Trail as we move through Cold Spring Harbor State Park, Uplands Farm Sanctuary, Trail View State Park and Stillwell Woods Preserve. We will loop back in Stillwell Woods and finish where we started. Water and food are essentials here. Hiking footwear and trekking poles are recommended. We will meet in the parking lot of Cold Spring Harbor State Park, by the trailhead signage. Heavy rain or snow cancels. If following a period of rain in previous days, we might alter hike length for a safer trip. If unsure of the conditions, contact me prior to the hike Address : 95 Harbor Road, Cold Spring Harbor NY 11724.

9:30 AM – 6 miles – moderate – varied/hilly – Info: Tom I., text 631-793-4011, Greencay631@gmail.com

A hike on the L.I. Greenbelt Trail as it meanders through state and county parkland to the Sweetbriar Nature Center in the Nissequogue River corridor; some road walking and crossing; inclement weather cancels; bring water; meet at the information kiosk by the Caleb Smith SP parking lot; from west: take L.I. Expressway east to Exit 53, South Service Rd., get on Sagtikos Pkwy/Sunken Meadow State Pkwy north to Exit SM3 East to NY-25 E/Jericho Turnpike 3 miles to Caleb Smith State Park; from east: take L.I. Expressway west to Exit 57 (S.R. 454) north about 5 miles, turn right at Old Willets Path, go north to NY-25 E/Jericho Turnpike, turn right and go ½ mile to park entrance (left turn). Address: 581 West Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown, NY 11787.

9:00 AM - around 11 miles - fast - varied - Info: Jeff, 631-902-3156, or E: jeffgreenberger@mac.com.

Witness Spring awakening both in the woods and out in the wetlands, with a good dose of forest tunnel walking nicely leavened by some miles on the scenic flanks of  Flanders Bay.  If the weather’s been warm enough to awaken them from their diabolical hibernation, then ticks may be about, so treat your clothing and your body against them. Meet at the Spinney Road parking area on route 24 in Flanders - look for Spinney Rd Trail Parking on Google Maps; fast pace, only one quick stop for snacks; inclement weather cancels, so call or text to be sure!

10:30 AM- 4-5 miles, Slower paced, flat, wooded with some sand. Registration required. CALL or E: Sal, 631-235-2059, or sailingsals60@gmail.com

Wildlife Viewing- Morton Refuge is an ideal spot for wildlife watching. Most visitors enjoy watching wildlife while hiking the Wild Birds Nature Trail. Wildlife have become acclimated to visitors and often go about their day without a second glance. Eastern wild turkeys, songbirds and chipmunks all can be seen along the wooded sections of the trail. Bald Eagle & Osprey can be seen flying overhead hunting for fish in the bay. In the winter, large groups of black ducks, bufflehead and common goldeneye can be seen floating in the bay. An elevated platform at the beach allows visitors an outstanding view of Little Peconic Bay, Noyack Bay and Jessup’s Neck Peninsula’s wildlife species. GPS: 2595 Noyack Road, Sag Harbor, NY 11963. Heavy rain / snow cancels, light rain does not. Optional dining afterwards.

9:00am – 5.3 miles – fast – hilly.  Info: Tammy, 631-896-1409, between 6-9pm.  

We’ll do the first few miles of the Nassau-Suffolk Greenbelt Trail by continuing past Route 108 to Stillwell Lane, then we’ll turn around and retrace our steps.  This trail has some nice hills to make sure we get a great workout.  This is not a beginner hike.  Bring water and trail snacks, and a hiking pole is recommended. Heavy rain/snow cancels, light rain/snow does not; call morning of hike if unsure.  Directions:  We’ll meet at the Nassau-Suffolk Greenbelt Trailhead on Harbor Rd. (NY25A), in the unpaved parking lot adjacent to the Cold Spring Harbor Library

10:00 AM – 4.5 to 5 miles – moderate pace – flat – Registration required. CALL or E: Sal, 631-235-2059, or sailingsals60@gmail.com

Meet at the Welcome Center near the Main House for a brisk hike in this South Shore hidden jewel encompassing 690 acres along the picturesque Connetquot River; bring water, snacks, and a smile; trail shoes recommended. Take Southern State Pkwy. Exit 45E, continue east on Montauk Hwy. 1/2 mile to entrance on the right, or NY 27 to Connetquot Ave., turn south, to Montauk Hwy., then left towards the Arboretum on right. GPS: 440 Montauk Hwy, Great River, NY 11739. Heavy rain /snow cancels, light rain does not. Optional lunch afterwards.

9:30am to 12:30pm - 6 to 7 miles - 500 to 600 ft Elevation Gain – Moderate Difficulty - 2.5 to 3 MPH pace. Hike Lead | Mark, Email - QuistAdventures@gmail.com, Cell# 516-672-9853

Come take a hike on some lesser known trails that take us along the perimeter of the park, as we enjoy the views and wildlife. We will meet in front of the Park Offices by the entrance station. We will be walking on a mix of uneven trails through the woods, unpaved roads and paved paths. There will be some steep hills along our path. Bring plenty of water, snacks and appropriate footwear. Heavy rain or snow cancels. If unsure, please contact me in the morning of the hike. Address : 25 Lloyd Harbor Road, Huntington, NY 11743.

20 miles – moderate – varied.  Please register with Tammy, 631-896-1409, between 6-9pm.  

Our “Annual N-S on the N-S Trail” Hike!  We’ll meet at the south end of the trail, then leave some cars and drive the rest to CSH, where we’ll hike the full north-south length of the Nassau-Suffolk Greenbelt Trail.  Full details when you call to register.  This is a full day hike, so staying together is important—please be willing to hike at leader’s pace, even if slower than you usually like to go.  Bring water, lunch, trail snacks, and determination.  Heavy rain cancels, light rain does not; call morning of hike if unsure.  Directions: NY-135 to the Merrick Road exit.  Head east about a mile and make a left onto Ocean Ave just before the lake.  Park on Ocean Ave. close to Merrick Rd.