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Join our Governor’s Island Walk

Outing: Daylight Savings Time on Governors Island

March 14, 2026 9:45am to 1:00pm

Meet @ 9:45 on 3/14 inside the Governor’s Island Ferry Terminal at 10 South StSlip 7, New York, NY 10004. It’s near the heliport, just a minute north of the South Ferry. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, N, R and W trains are nearby. We’ll aim for the 10:00 am ferry which is free (as of this writing).

We’ll take a short ferry ride to a 172 acre island located a few hundred yards off lower Manhattan to walk Governors Island. The walk will take us through natural areas, along former Coast Guard housing, and up a very small (70’) hill to great views of the Lower Harbor. Good chances for bird spotting and public arts too. Maybe even a cruise ship sighting at the Brooklyn Terminal across Buttermilk Channel.

About 4 miles, wear walking shoes and warm layers. Extreme cold and or heavy rain cancels. Bring snacks as there might be just a few vendors open at this time of the season.

Register with Marty McDonald info@noany.org or text 646-232-7203 by Friday 3/13/26.

RESCHEDULED: Winter Social February 22

REMINDER – the rescheduled  annual Nawakwa Winter Social is coming up on Sunday, February 22,2026 at Characters Restaurant!

Registration is again OPEN until February 17 for those of you who did not originally register for the January date. If you originally registered, there is no need to reply again.  You may register  by emailing Eve Mancuso. Include your meal choice (see below).

Eve’s email is: eve@noany.org

Cost: $50
Pay by Zelle to Treasurer Suzanne Rocheleau at Rocheleau3@gmail.com
Or by mailing a check to Eve:
Eve Mancuso
12 Wintergreen Road,
Sloatsburg, New York 10974
EVENT DETAILS:

Start time: 12 PM
Location: Characters Restaurant, 94 Orange Turnpike, Sloatsburg
Menu:
Hot and Cold Appetizers
Choice of Entrée:
SALMON- served in a lemon and caper sauce and serve with your choice of rice or baked potato
and mixed vegetables.
CHICKEN FRANCESE – served with your choice of rice or pasta and mixed vegetables.
BEEF TERIYAKI – sliced steak served with peppers and onions in teriyaki sauce with your choice
of rice or baked potato and mixed vegetables.
ANGEL HAIR PRIMAVERA – served in a roasted garlic, basil and pomodoro sauce topped with
seasonal vegetables.
Choice of Dessert:
Chocolate Mousse Cake, Apple Pie ala Mode, Cheesecake, Tiramisu
Soda – Tea – Coffee Included, Cash Bar
Thank you!
—
Kate Walker
Secretary of the Board
Nawakwa Outdoor Association of New York
NOANY.org

Photos from the 11/1 Birding Walk

Denis and Michelle shared some photos from the walk in Jamaica Bay on Saturday 11/1.

 

Nawakwa members check out the ducks, geese, and swans at Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge.

 

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Founded in 1923, the Nawakwa Outdoor Association of New York, Inc. is a membership organization dedicated to the enjoyment of the outdoors through hiking, walking, camping, swimming, skiing, sailing, canoeing, and kayaking, and to the conservation and preservation of our wilderness, particularly the mountains, lakes, trails, and camping areas of the metropolitan New York region.