BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Nawakwa Outdoor Association of New York, Inc. - ECPv6.13.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Nawakwa Outdoor Association of New York, Inc. X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://noany.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Nawakwa Outdoor Association of New York, Inc. REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T101500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T150000 DTSTAMP:20260606T160832 CREATED:20250423T031920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T031920Z UID:7004-1746267300-1746284400@noany.org SUMMARY:Hike Stahahe High Point\, Island Pond Views DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 3: Stahahe High Point\, Island Pond Views \nThis scenic hike covers about 6 miles and 1\,000 feet elevation gain\, and it starts and ends on Kanawauke Road/Route 106 in Harriman State Park. Nice views from the tops of mountains and across a lake. A couple of moderately steep ascents and a moderately steep descent. Hiking boots and at least two quarts of water required\, plus appropriate clothing\, including rain gear depending on the forecast. \nBus riders take the 9:10 a.m. Coach bus from PABT to Tuxedo Park & Ride (the stop AFTER Tuxedo train station). Drivers meet at Tuxedo Park & Ride at the junction of NY-17A and County Rd 106/Kanawauke Rd at 10:15 a.m. to meet bus riders. \nThis is a qualifying hike\, and registration by email is requested. Please register by 9 p.m. Thursday\, May 1. \nLeader: Andy Frank\, agfrank1 [at] aol.com URL:https://noany.org/event/hike-stahahe-high-point-island-pond-views/ LOCATION:Harriman State Park\, Harriman State Park\, Harriman\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T150000 DTSTAMP:20260606T160832 CREATED:20250315T185616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250315T185616Z UID:6921-1746349200-1746370800@noany.org SUMMARY:One-way hike on the Appalachian Trail\, from Elk Pen to Tiorati Circle DESCRIPTION:A qualifying hike\, registration required!\n\nA moderately challenging 5-6 mile rugged trail including passage through the famous ‘Lemon Squeezer’ and several ascents and descents on the AT.  We will depart Camp Nawakwa at 9 a.m. in at least two cars to shuttle between start and end points.\n\nSturdy\, reliably comfortable footwear is required! Bring a day pack with extra layers/ rain gear for changing weather conditions based on the weather forecast of the day\, 1-2 quarts liquid\, plenty of snacks and lunch.\n\nLeader: Mary James\, 914 649 2288\, maryelizjames@gmail.com\nAll participants must register by 10 p.m. Thursday\, May 1st. URL:https://noany.org/event/one-way-hike-on-the-appalachian-trail-from-elk-pen-to-tiorati-circle/ LOCATION:Nawakwa\, Camp Nawakwa\, Harriman State Park\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T143000 DTSTAMP:20260606T160832 CREATED:20250427T232420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T160539Z UID:7032-1746354600-1746369000@noany.org SUMMARY:Hike Turkey Hill Lake\, Out and Back DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 4: Turkey Hill Lake\, Out and Back \nNOTE: Change of Hike Starting Place: The hike will start at the parking area off Route 6\, not at the Anthony Wayne parking area. \n\nStarting from camp after breakfast clean-up (about 10:30 a.m.)\, we will shuttle over to the Route 6 parking lot where our hike begins. We will take the Anthony Wayne Trail (crossing over the Palisades parkway) and follow it down to Turkey Hill Lake. We will return the same way. \nMileage: About 5 miles \nElevation gain: about 100-200 feet \nQualifying \nLeader: Ray Kozma (raymondkozma@gmail.com or 917-406-3782) \nPlease register with the leader by Thursday evening\, May 1st. URL:https://noany.org/event/hike-turkey-hill-lake-out-and-back/ LOCATION:Nawakwa\, Camp Nawakwa\, Harriman State Park\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T150000 DTSTAMP:20260606T160832 CREATED:20250509T004223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T004223Z UID:7063-1749891600-1749913200@noany.org SUMMARY:Hike The Big Ice Cave\, Ellenville NY DESCRIPTION:The Big Ice Cave\, Ellenville NY \n  \nThis adventurous hike will take place in Sam’s Point Preserve\, a branch location of Minnewaska State Park. I am on the preserve’s calendar as a “private hike\,” which means that within a couple of rules\, we can go where we please in this rough\, steep-sloped\, multiply-crevassed bedrock landscape. \n\nWe’ll start on a carriage road\, then move on to herd paths with clawing bushes and endless\, cubist rocks\, with at least one gigantic fissure. For a short while\, we’ll be in a dark room with a little ice. \n\nI am guiding as a docent\, keeping us where we want to be on my mental map; advising the sensitive ecologies and our designated paths through them. Expect abundant mountain laurel blooms\, white and pink. \n\nHikers should be ready to walk by 9:00 a.m. and will return to cars at 5 p.m. Possible group dinner in one of the several hiker affordable restaurants in the area. \n\nDistance: 4.5 miles; NYNJTC trail map 104 \n\nTrip limited to 11 hikers; meeting place specifics provided to registrants. \n\nPlease register with leader Bill Hladky: 914.874.4640\,  wehladky@yahoo.com URL:https://noany.org/event/hike-the-big-ice-cave-ellenville-ny/ LOCATION:Ellenville\, NY CATEGORIES:Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T133000 DTSTAMP:20260606T160832 CREATED:20250615T151755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250615T151755Z UID:7142-1751189400-1751203800@noany.org SUMMARY:Hike: Diamond Mountain Circular DESCRIPTION:Starting at camp we will make our way along camp road toward 7 lakes drive which we will cross to access the “Tuxedo Mt Ivy Trail”. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe will only stay for a short distance on the TMI before we turn right onto the “Stony Brook Trail” and then left onto the orange “Hilburn Torne Sebago Trail”.As soon as the ascent starts\, we will get a good workout. After 0.6 miles the trail merges with the “Seven Hills Trail” and we will be rewarded with a gorgeous view of our very own base- Lake Sebago.After another 0.2 miles we’ve reached the summit of Diamond Mountain (1240 ft).At this point we will follow the blue “Seven Hills Trail” for about 0.7 miles with several great vistas along the way before descending and making a right onto the “Kakiat Trail”.  This is a rather steep descent that requires rock scrambling skills.After 0.6 miles on the “Kakiat Trail” we will make a right onto the “Stony Brook Trail”. After a relatively flat 1.4 miles we’ll be back at 7 lakes drive and return to camp.This hike includes a steeper ascent\, some rock scrambling and the pace will be a little faster than on some of the other hikes \nDistance: Approx. 5.6 miles (qualifying) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApprox. total ascent 779 ft. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipants need to wear sturdy footwear and bring snacks\, rain gear and enough water.  Hiking poles and bug spray are recommended. To register\, contact Oliver Lunt by Friday June 27. URL:https://noany.org/event/hike-diamond-mountain-circular-3/ LOCATION:Nawakwa\, Camp Nawakwa\, Harriman State Park\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T140000 DTSTAMP:20260606T160832 CREATED:20250512T234707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T161942Z UID:7071-1752310800-1752328800@noany.org SUMMARY:Annual Torrey Memorial Hike to Long Mountain and Turkey Hill Lake DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 12\, 2025\, 10:15 a.m. \nHikers will gather at the parking area off Long Mountain Parkway by 10:15 a.m.From the parking area\, we will follow the Long Path to the Torrey Memorial\, at the summit of Long Mountain. From there\, we’ll backtrack to the Popolopen Gorge trail\, follow a woods road to the Anthony Wayne trail\, and then hike over to Turkey Hill Lake. The return trip from the lake on the Popolopen Gorge Trail goes up a fairly steep hill\, then reconnects with the Long Path\, which we follow back to the parking area. \nHikers should wear good hiking shoes\, bring water\, lunch/snack\, and rain gear. Hiking poles are recommended due to some moderately steep uphills and downhills. \nTrail Conference Map #119 (Northern Harriman Bear Mountain Trails) \nDistance: About 5 miles (Qualifying) \nElevation gain: About 600 feet \nLeader: Ray Kozma \nTo register\, please contact leader by 10 p.m. Thursday\, July 10: (917) 406-3782and raymondkozma@gmail.com. URL:https://noany.org/event/annual-torrey-memorial-hike-to-long-mountain-and-turkey-hill-lake/ LOCATION:Harriman State Park\, Harriman State Park\, Harriman\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Hike,Special Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T150000 DTSTAMP:20260606T160832 CREATED:20250826T135927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T135927Z UID:7342-1757844000-1757862000@noany.org SUMMARY:Parker Cabin Mountain Circular Hike DESCRIPTION:Parker Cabin Mountain Circular \nBurn off the Oktoberfest sausages and beer with a moderate-pace\, qualifying hike the morning after. We’ll take the camp trail to the Yellow Triangle trail\, head up to Parker Cabin Mountain\, then continue north on the R-D to the Victory\, which we’ll use to circle back to the Triangle and back to camp. Expect a few climbs and some nice views of Lakes Sebago and Skenonto. Plan to leave camp by 10 a.m. You should bring a water bottle and snacks. Heavy rain cancels. \nLength: About 6 miles \nElevation gain: 600-800 feet \nRSVP by Thursday\, September 11. Leader: Ingrid Strauch\, Ingrid-hiking@noany.org URL:https://noany.org/event/parker-cabin-mountain-circular-hike/ LOCATION:Nawakwa\, Camp Nawakwa\, Harriman State Park\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T150000 DTSTAMP:20260606T160832 CREATED:20250831T142513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T142513Z UID:7350-1759053600-1759071600@noany.org SUMMARY:Hike Peekskill Blue Mountain Reservation Circular DESCRIPTION:From Peekskill train station we’ll walk (or shuttle) to Blue Mountain Reservation and follow local trails to the summit of Spitzenberg Mountain for stunning views of the Hudson River. Returning to the main trail\, we’ll complete a rough circle around the reservation and make our way back to the train station. Expect moderately rugged trails (these are not carriage roads!) and a moderate pace. Hiking boots are recommended\, and you should bring 2 liters of water and your lunch. Qualifying. Hikers can find the trail map online: https://parks.westchestergov.com/blue-mountain-reservation \nTrain riders should take the 8:55 a.m. Hudson line Metro-North train to Peekskill\, arriving at 9:57 a.m.Drivers should meet train riders at the Peekskill train station at 9:57 a.m. \nMileage: 7-8 miles \nElevation: TBD \nRegister by Thursday\, Sept. 25\, by emailing leader Ingrid Strauch\, Ingrid-hiking@noany.org (Leader will not plan on leading the hike if no hikers register.) URL:https://noany.org/event/hike-peekskill-blue-mountain-reservation-circular/ LOCATION:Harriman State Park\, Harriman State Park\, Harriman\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T140000 DTSTAMP:20260606T160832 CREATED:20250807T203259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T142113Z UID:7296-1761469200-1761487200@noany.org SUMMARY:Hike the High Points of Southern Harriman DESCRIPTION:High Points of Southern Harriman\nSunday Oct 26th. Destination: The Russian Bear. 5 miles qualifying\, less than 1\,000 feet elevation gain\, much walking on rocky\, rough trail. This point-to-point hike will have a quick\, setup shuttle in the AM. We will put a car(s) at Reeves Meadow Visitor Center and return to our start. Hike route includes the water power of the Cascade of Slid\, the high cliffs of the Russian Bear\, and a sweeping view from Torne View. The various trails pass through different trees of the diverse ecologies of the area. The  hike ends at the shuttled car for a return to Camp Nawakwa. Bring your Southern Harriman map\, and we will  trace this wandering. \n\nLet me know you are coming. Leader: Bill Hladky. 914.874.4640. wehladky@yahoo.com. URL:https://noany.org/event/hike-the-high-points-of-southern-harriman/ LOCATION:Harriman State Park\, Harriman State Park\, Harriman\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T170000 DTSTAMP:20260606T160832 CREATED:20251002T024400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T024400Z UID:7440-1761984000-1762016400@noany.org SUMMARY:Jamaica Bay Birding Walk DESCRIPTION:Join Ingrid and Michelle for a moderate-pace birding walk with lots of stops to look at birds. Bring your binoculars! Field guides are welcome\, too. We’ll walk around the West Pond at Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge\, then check out two spots at or near the East Pond. Expect to see waterfowl and\, if we’re lucky\, some late-season migrants. This walk is accessible via the A train or by car. Please register by Thursday\, October 30. Meeting time and place will be shared with registrants. Rain cancels. Leader Ingrid Strauch ingrid-hiking@noany.org URL:https://noany.org/event/jamaica-bay-birding-walk/ CATEGORIES:Hike,Special Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T140000 DTSTAMP:20260606T160832 CREATED:20250921T145322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T220257Z UID:7408-1762592400-1762610400@noany.org SUMMARY:Hike Tom Jones Mountain with return via Parker Cabin Mountain DESCRIPTION:Starting at Camp\, we will take the unmarked trail north alongside Sebago until we meet with the yellow triangle trail. We’ll turn right and follow the trail for 1.15 miles to the intersection with the blue Victory trail. \n\n\nWe’ll make another right turn and follow the trail for about 1.8 miles\, past Lake Skenonto and to the intersection with the red Ramapo Dunderberg trail. \nAfter turning right onto the R.D. Trail we will find us on a short but steep ascend to the top of Tom Jones mountain. This is a great spot to take a break and have a snack. \n  \nWe will descent the same way we came up but instead of turning onto the Victory trail\, we’ll stay on the R.D. After .55 miles we reach the summit of Parker Cabin Mountain with nice views to enjoy. \n  \nWe’ll descent Parker Cabin Mountain on the yellow Triangle trail on which we will stay for a little over 2 mile until we turn left into the unmarked camp trail that’s will take through the “back entrance” to Camp Nawakwa. \n  \nThis hike features several ascents and descents\, and the pace will be a little faster than usual. \n  \nApprox. total ascend 728 feet \nDistance: Approx. 5.5 miles \n  \nParticipants should wear sturdy footwear and bring lunch\, snacks\, raingear\, and enough water  Hydration Basics: How to Stay Hydrated | REI Expert Advice \nHiking poles are recommended but not required. \n  \nMeet at 10 am at Camp Nawakwa\, Main Cabin. \n\n\nRSVP by Nov. 6 to oliverjlunt@gmail.com URL:https://noany.org/event/hike-with-oliver/ LOCATION:Harriman State Park\, Harriman State Park\, Harriman\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T170000 DTSTAMP:20260606T160832 CREATED:20260315T194331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T175311Z UID:7623-1774771200-1774803600@noany.org SUMMARY:Palm Sunday Hike DESCRIPTION:Screenshot URL:https://noany.org/event/palm-sunday-hike/ LOCATION:Harriman State Park\, Harriman State Park\, Harriman\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T150000 DTSTAMP:20260606T160832 CREATED:20260315T152256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260426T151306Z UID:7615-1780740000-1780758000@noany.org SUMMARY:Centennial Hike to Camp Blue Bird DESCRIPTION: URL:https://noany.org/event/centennial-hike-to-camp-blue-bird/ LOCATION:Harriman State Park\, Harriman State Park\, Harriman\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T102400 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T140000 DTSTAMP:20260606T160832 CREATED:20260529T005333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T005333Z UID:7849-1781951040-1781964000@noany.org SUMMARY:One-Way Hike From Tuxedo Train Station to Camp DESCRIPTION:One-Way Hike From Tuxedo Train Station to Camp \nSaturday\, June 20\, 10:24 AM \nThis one-way\, qualifying hike from Tuxedo train station to Camp Nawakwa is geared toward keyholders and applicants spending the June 20-21 weekend at camp. The hike starts when the NJTransit train arrives in Tuxedo at approximately 10:24 AM. We’ll cover about 5 miles over hilly terrain as we take the Ramapo-Dunderberg\, Tuxedo-Mount Ivy\, White Cross\, Victory\, and Yellow Triangle trails to camp. You will need to carry all of your gear for the weekend\, as well as water and snacks for the hike. No car shuttle for gear. No return to the train station. Hiking boots recommended. \nLeader: Ingrid Strauch\, Ingrid-hiking@noany.org \nPlease register with leader by Thursday\, June 19\, at 9 PM. URL:https://noany.org/event/one-way-hike-from-tuxedo-train-station-to-camp/ LOCATION:Harriman State Park\, Harriman State Park\, Harriman\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T150000 DTSTAMP:20260606T160832 CREATED:20260529T005445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T005445Z UID:7851-1782036000-1782054000@noany.org SUMMARY:Tuxedo-Mount Ivy Circular DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, June 21\, 10 AM \nThis circular\, qualifying hike will leave from camp at 10 AM and cover approximately 6.5 miles on the Tuxedo-Mount Ivy\, Buck\, and Seven Hills trails. Please bring water\, your lunch and snacks\, and bug and sun protection. We will hike at a moderate pace over somewhat hilly terrain. Hike ends at camp. Hiking boots recommended. \nLeader: Ingrid Strauch\, Ingrid-hiking@noany.org \nPlease register with leader by Thursday\, June 19\, at 9 PM. URL:https://noany.org/event/tuxedo-mount-ivy-circular/ LOCATION:Harriman State Park\, Harriman State Park\, Harriman\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T140000 DTSTAMP:20260606T160832 CREATED:20260526T160909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T160909Z UID:7832-1784368800-1784383200@noany.org SUMMARY:Hike to the Torrey Memorial DESCRIPTION:Hike to the Torrey Memorial on Long Mountain \nDistance: About 2 miles (Not-Qualifying); Elevation gain: About 300+ feet \nWe will meet at camp about 10AM and car-pool over to the hike’s starting point (the parking area off Long Mountain Parkway)\, leavingcamp about 10:30AM. Shortly after leaving the parking area\, we will follow a woods road to where it intersects with the Long Path and then climb to the Memorial at the top of Long Mountain. After viewing the memorial and taking pictures\, we will continue down the mountain back to the parking area\, making for a loop of about 2 miles. \nMeeting time is 10AM at Camp Nawakwa. Participants should wear good hiking shoes\, bring water\, a snack\, and rain gear. Hiking poles recommended due to some moderately steep uphills and downhills. \n  \n[Note: Leader can possibly meet any participants coming up to Sloatsburg by public transportation for a ride in to camp. Please call toarrange for this.] \n  \nLeader: Ray Kozma – (917-406-3782) orraymondkozma@gmail.com \nPlease register with the leader by 10PM Thursday\, July 16th. \n  \n[Note: This hike is part of the Raymond Torrey Memorial hosted weekend celebration. Coming for the hike? Why not plan on taking part in the weekend. There will be a presentation on Raymond Torrey in the evening after dinner. Please see the Hosting Page for information on registering for the weekend.] URL:https://noany.org/event/hike-to-the-torrey-memorial/ LOCATION:Harriman State Park\, Harriman State Park\, Harriman\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Hike END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR