The Nawakwa Outdoor Association of New York, Inc.

Hike Around Cape Horn
2024-06-15 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Harriman State Park, Harriman State Park, Harriman, NY, United States
Around Cape Horn – Saturday – June 15, 2024
Distance: 5 miles. Elevation Gain: Approximately 400 feet

Join in an easy hike to the Pine Swamp Mountain area (site of the Pine Swamp Mine) and Times Square. Starting at the parking area at Lake Kanawauke (former Route 106), we take a short road walk and then enter the forest, following a woods road as it climbs to meet the Dunning Trail. We hike over to Pine Swamp (and can explore the area to find the mine entrance), take the A-SB to Times Square (so called because it is where the Arden-Surebridge (A-SB) trail, the Long Path (LP), and the Ramapo-Dunderberg trail(R-D) all come together), then ‘round Cape Horn on the Long Path and back to the parking area. We will look for a hidden cave behind Cape Horn. Bring lunch, rain gear, water, and appropriate hiking shoes.
Meet at the Parking area at 10AM. Qualifying. Please register by 9PM Thursday, June 13th.
Leader: Ray Kozma (Raymondkozma@gmail.com) or 917-406-3782.

Hike Diamond Mountain Circular
2024-06-29 08:00 - 15:00 | Harriman State Park, Harriman State Park, Harriman, NY, United States
June 29th Diamond Mountain Circular

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”.

We 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”.
Soon as the ascent starts, we will definitely get a 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 where we will be greeted with well deserved warm chilli.

This hike includes a steeper ascent, some rock scrambling and the pace will be a little faster than on some of the other hikes

Distance: Approx. 5 miles (qualifying)
Approx. total ascent 632 ft.

Participants need to wear sturdy footwear and bring snacks, rain gear and a sufficient amount of water. Hiking poles are recommend.

Contact Hike Leader Oliver Lunt at oliverjlunt@gmail.com

Torrey Memorial Hike
2024-07-28 10:30 - 14:30 | Harriman State Park, Harriman State Park, Harriman, NY, United States
Sunday – July 28, 2024 – Hike to the Torrey Memorial on Long Mountain and Turkey Hill Lake
Distance: About 5 miles (Qualifying); Elevation gain: About 600 feet
This hike will leave from camp after breakfast (about 10:30). Wear good hiking shoes, bring water and a snack, rain gear. Hiking poles recommended due to some moderately steep uphills and downhills.
Leaders: Stephanie Lai & Mary James
Please register by Thursday, July 26th by 9PM. Stephanie’s phone number is 718-974-9543.

Johnsontown Road Loop Hike
2024-08-17 09:00 - 15:00 | NY
Saturday – August 17. Johnsontown Road Loop Hike
Distance: 6.4 miles (qualifying)
A sizzling hot hike for the dog days of August. For the first 3 miles, this is a relatively flat hike along woods roads, then it takes some rocky ups and downs. From the Johnsontown Road parking circle, we take the White Bar to Dutch Doctor shelter. After exploring nearby campsites, we head to Claudius Smith’s Den for a lunch break, then south on the Blue Disc, where we’ll navigate a couple of fun rock passages at the Elbow Brush — hopefully no one gets stuck maneuvering through. At the high point of Dater Mountain, there is a breathtaking view of the Harriman State Park landscape, and then a steep descent down Almost Perpendicular. We’ll exit to Johnsontown Road via the Blue Disc.
Bring 2+ liters of water, lunch/snack. Sturdy footwear, hat, and sunscreen. Rain cancels. Trail map 118: Southern Harriman Bear Mountain Trails.
Meet at the parking area at the end of Johnsontown Road, in Sloatsburg, at 9 AM. Qualifying. Please register by Thursday, August 15. Co-lead welcome.
Leader: Stephanie Lai:sclai2007@yahoo.com.
Note: Please let the leader know if you can offer rides to hikers coming from New York City

NOANY Fall Hiking Weekend
2024-09-21 08:00 - 2024-09-22 17:00 | Nawakwa, Camp Nawakwa, Harriman State Park, NY, United States
NOANY Fall Hiking Weekend
Saturday and Sunday Sept. 21-22

Fall Hikes Weekend at Camp Nawakwa September 21-22, 2024
Join us for a full weekend of hiking!
Our Hike Leaders will be offering numerous hikes of various levels on both days. This is the perfect opportunity to get one or two hikes in on the same weekend, qualifying hikes for Applicants included. If you like hiking and are up for the challenge, this is a weekend not to be missed!
The Hike Leaders assembled for the weekend will be cooking for everyone at Camp on Saturday night. It will be simple camping fare; grilled burgers and veggie burgers, roasted sweet potato wedges, a big vegan salad and fruit pies for dessert. A hearty breakfast and trail lunch will be offered for the second day of hiking on Sunday.
Please register for meals with Host, Lewis Ports by Thursday Sept. 18th.
Cell: (646)339-1316 Email: ports.lewis@gmail.com. Please specify which meals and any dietary restrictions, and if you can offer a ride to other participants from NYC.

To register for this weekend’s hikes, please contact the individual Hike Leader/s as listed below

1. Ramapo Thorne and Russian Bear Loop
Saturday, September 21, 2024 Qualifying: 5 Miles Elevation gain 1100’ Pace: Slow
Expect all grades of unimproved, natural eroded trails, with two short scrambles up the Torne. Hike is a stretched out loop using several trails. Valley walking under tall tree …Ridge walking with chestnut and bear oaks…two expansive views where the turkey vultures fly…lastly, the greatest free stranding pillar of the park, the Russian bear.
Bring water, energy food, sunscreen, and bug repellent as you need. . Check weather. If weather is iffy at 7am but is forecast to be ok by 9am, I will hike. If chance of showers, hike is on, but bring your rain gear. Be ready to walk at 9:00AM; meeting at Reeves Brook Visitor Center. (You may or may not get a car parking space in the two lots there. Road parking is on the south side, up and down from the center.) Interested Members and their guests please register. NJT from Hoboken arrives Suffern. 8:38. When register please advise if you will use NJT. I have room for 3 people.
Leader: Bill Hladky 914. 874. 4640. NCA 10. wehladky@yahoo.com. Please register before 10PM on Thursday, September 19th.
2.Tour of the Nawakwa Neighborhood
Saturday, September 21, 2024 Distance: About 5 miles Pace: Moderate
Late September is the best time to enjoy the beautiful hills, valleys and lakes near Nawakwa.
Leave camp at about 10:00 a.m., and visit Lake Skenonto, Black Ash Swamp and other sights along the Yellow Triangle, Victory and Tuxedo-Mount Ivy trails.
Qualifying. Bring a trail lunch, snacks, water, rain gear and wear sturdy footwear. Hiking poles are recommended. Leader: Alex Wilkie.
Please text or call Alex at 856-630-5607to register by 10 p.m. on Thursday, September 19.

3. Island Pond Circular
Saturday, September 21, 2024. Distance: 7 miles. Elevation gain: 900 feet. Pace: Moderate.
Using a variety of woods roads and trails, we’ll do a circular hike around Island Pond, with a stop at the famous “Lemon Squeezer” on the Appalachian Trail.
Bus riders should take the 9:10 a.m. Coach bus from PABT to Tuxedo Park and Ride (not the train station!).
Drivers meet at the Tuxedo Park and Ride at the intersection of Route 17 and 17A (about 2.5 miles north of the Tuxedo train station) at 10:15, when the Coach bus arrives. We’ll then shuttle to the parking area on Kanawauke Road where the White Bar trail crosses the road.
Qualifying. Bring a trail lunch, snacks, water, and rain gear and wear sturdy footwear.
Co-leaders: Mary James and Ingrid Strauch. Please email Mary at maryelizjames@gmail.com by 9 p.m. Thursday, September 19 to register.

4. Tom Jones Shelter–Old Hemlock Hill Road
Sunday, September 22, 2024
Distance: About 7 miles Elevation gain: Approx. 500 feet Pace: Moderate
This hike will start at Camp Nawakwa, leaving about 9:30 AM. Following the shore path around Lake Sebago, we will pick up the Triangle Trail and take it over to Lake Skenonto. Following the Victory Trail around Lake Skenonto, we will make our way over to the Tom Jones shelter for our lunch stop. On our return trip, we will use some of the old Hemlock Hill Road that was used by the American Continental troops to go from the Ramapo Valley to Johnsontown and points east (it was replaced in 1824 by the Monroe-Haverstraw Turnpike, later renamed Route 106 [Harriman Trails, page 143]). We will follow a woods road back from Lake Skenonto, take a look at the Dutch Doctor Shelter [built in 1935], learn who the Dutch Doctor was, and return to camp.
Qualifying. Bring lunch, water, rain gear, and wear sturdy hiking shoes.
Leader: Ray Kozma. Contact at: raymondkozma@gmail.com or 917-406-3782. Please call to register by Thursday, September 19th.
5. Parker Cabin Mountain via Claudius Smith Den
Sunday, September 22, 2024
Distance: About 6 miles Elevation gain: 1015 feet Pace: Faster than usual
Starting at the main cabin at 9 a.m., we will take the unmarked trail at Nawakwa towards the triangle trail. At the intersection with the triangle trail we will make a left towards DutchDoctor. At Dutch Doctor we’ll make another right turn onto the Tuxedo Mount Ivy Trail. After 1.2 miles we’ll reach Claudius Smith Den which offers great views and is a good stop to take a short break. From Claudius Smith Den we’ll continue northbound on the White Cross Trail. After 2.15 miles we’ll reach the junction with the Ramapo Dunderberg Trail. We will make a right turn and continue for 0.25 miles to reach the summit of Parker Cabin Mountain. This is a good spot to have lunch and enjoy views of Lake Sebago.
Following our lunch break we will descend Parker Cabin Mountain using the Triangle Trail, pass Lake Skenonto and after 1.95 miles make a left turn at the intersection with the unmarked trail that takes us back to camp. This hike features several ascents and descents; the pace will be a little faster than usual.
Qualifying. Participants should wear sturdy footwear and bring sunscreen, lunch, snacks, rain gear, and enough water Hydration Basics: How to Stay Hydrated | REI Expert Advice. Hiking poles are recommended but not required.
Leader: Oliver Lunt. Register by EOD Friday, September 20th by emailing to oliverjlunt@gmail.com

Hike Saturday, March 29 Ramapo Torne Loop
2025-03-29 10:00 - 15:00 | Harriman State Park, Harriman State Park, Harriman, NY, United States
The hike begins at Reeves Meadow Visitor Center (where bathrooms may possibly be open). We’ll take the Pine Meadow trail (red) west to the start of the Seven Hills trail (blue), which climbs southward on smooth ground through open woods, crosses a stream, and then climbs again to an intersection. We will take the Hillburn-Torne-Sebago (orange) over rugged ground to Ramapo Torne, taking a breather at each layer and eating lunch on top. From Ramapo Torne, we’ll bear east to rejoin the Seven Hills, enjoy the scenery from Torne View, and reach the intersection with Reeves Brook trail (white). We’ll take a sharp left onto Reeves Brook and follow it back to the Pine Meadow trail and out to Reeves Meadow Visitor Center.
Bus riders, please take the 9:10 a.m. Coach/Shortline bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Sloatsburg, then walk to the parking area behind the firehouse to meet drivers.
Drivers, please meet by 10:10 a.m. in Sloatsburg in the parking area behind the firehouse to meet bus riders.
Everyone, please register with Bill Hladky, wehladky@yahoo.com, 914.874.4640, by 3/27. Hike is qualifying, covers challenging and difficult terrain, and will have more than 1,000 feet elevation gain.
After the hike, leader can offer three rides to Metro-North stations or #2 subway, end of the line.

Hike Diamond Mountain Circular
2025-05-03 09:00 - 15:00 | Nawakwa, Camp Nawakwa, Harriman State Park, NY, United States
Saturday, May 3: Diamond Mountain Circular
Starting at 9 a.m. from the Nawakwa main cabin, we will make our way along camp road toward 7 lakes drive which we will cross to access the Tuxedo Mt Ivy Trail.
We 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 Hillburn-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, we will make a right onto the Stony Brook. 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 and some rock scrambling, and the pace will be a little faster than on some of the other hikes
Distance: Approx. 5.6 miles (qualifying)
Approx. total ascent 779 ft.
Participants need to wear sturdy footwear and bring snacks, rain gear and enough water. Hiking poles and bug spray are recommended.

Hike Stahahe High Point, Island Pond Views
2025-05-03 10:15 - 15:00 | Harriman State Park, Harriman State Park, Harriman, NY, United States
Saturday, May 3: Stahahe High Point, Island Pond Views
This 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.
Bus 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.
This is a qualifying hike, and registration by email is requested. Please register by 9 p.m. Thursday, May 1.
Leader: Andy Frank, agfrank1 [at] aol.com

One-way hike on the Appalachian Trail, from Elk Pen to Tiorati Circle
2025-05-04 09:00 - 15:00 | Nawakwa, Camp Nawakwa, Harriman State Park, NY, United States
A qualifying hike, registration required!

A 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.

Sturdy, 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.

Leader: Mary James, 914 649 2288, maryelizjames@gmail.com
All participants must register by 10 p.m. Thursday, May 1st.

Hike Turkey Hill Lake, Out and Back
2025-05-04 10:30 - 14:30 | Nawakwa, Camp Nawakwa, Harriman State Park, NY, United States
Sunday, May 4: Turkey Hill Lake, Out and Back
NOTE: Change of Hike Starting Place: The hike will start at the parking area off Route 6, not at the Anthony Wayne parking area.

Starting 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.
Mileage: About 5 miles
Elevation gain: about 100-200 feet
Qualifying
Leader: Ray Kozma (raymondkozma@gmail.com or 917-406-3782)
Please register with the leader by Thursday evening, May 1st.

Hike The Big Ice Cave, Ellenville NY
2025-06-14 09:00 - 15:00 | Ellenville, NY
The Big Ice Cave, Ellenville NY

This 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.

We’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.

I 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.

Hikers 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.

Distance: 4.5 miles; NYNJTC trail map 104

Trip limited to 11 hikers; meeting place specifics provided to registrants.

Please register with leader Bill Hladky: 914.874.4640, wehladky@yahoo.com

Hike: Diamond Mountain Circular
2025-06-29 09:30 - 13:30 | Nawakwa, Camp Nawakwa, Harriman State Park, NY, United States
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”.

We 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
Distance: Approx. 5.6 miles (qualifying)

Approx. total ascent 779 ft.

Participants 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 <oliverjlunt@gmail.com> by Friday June 27.

Annual Torrey Memorial Hike to Long Mountain and Turkey Hill Lake
2025-07-12 09:00 - 14:00 | Harriman State Park, Harriman State Park, Harriman, NY, United States
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 10:15 a.m.
Hikers 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.
Hikers should wear good hiking shoes, bring water, lunch/snack, and rain gear. Hiking poles are recommended due to some moderately steep uphills and downhills.
Trail Conference Map #119 (Northern Harriman Bear Mountain Trails)
Distance: About 5 miles (Qualifying)
Elevation gain: About 600 feet
Leader: Ray Kozma
To register, please contact leader by 10 p.m. Thursday, July 10: (917) 406-3782and raymondkozma@gmail.com.

Parker Cabin Mountain Circular Hike
2025-09-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Nawakwa, Camp Nawakwa, Harriman State Park, NY, United States
Parker Cabin Mountain Circular
Burn 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.
Length: About 6 miles
Elevation gain: 600-800 feet
RSVP by Thursday, September 11. Leader: Ingrid Strauch, Ingrid-hiking@noany.org

Hike Peekskill Blue Mountain Reservation Circular
2025-09-28 10:00 - 15:00 | Harriman State Park, Harriman State Park, Harriman, NY, United States
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
Train 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.
Mileage: 7-8 miles
Elevation: TBD
Register 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.)

Hike the High Points of Southern Harriman
2025-10-26 09:00 - 14:00 | Harriman State Park, Harriman State Park, Harriman, NY, United States
High Points of Southern Harriman
Sunday 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.

Let me know you are coming. Leader: Bill Hladky. 914.874.4640. wehladky@yahoo.com.

Jamaica Bay Birding Walk
2025-11-01 08:00 - 17:00 | NY
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

Hike Tom Jones Mountain with return via Parker Cabin Mountain
2025-11-08 09:00 - 14:00 | Harriman State Park, Harriman State Park, Harriman, NY, United States
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.

We’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.
After 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.

We 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.

We’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.

This hike features several ascents and descents, and the pace will be a little faster than usual.

Approx. total ascend 728 feet
Distance: Approx. 5.5 miles

Participants should wear sturdy footwear and bring lunch, snacks, raingear, and enough water Hydration Basics: How to Stay Hydrated | REI Expert Advice
Hiking poles are recommended but not required.

Meet at 10 am at Camp Nawakwa, Main Cabin.

RSVP by Nov. 6 to oliverjlunt@gmail.com

Palm Sunday Hike
2026-03-29 08:00 - 17:00 | Harriman State Park, Harriman State Park, Harriman, NY, United States
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Centennial Hike to Camp Blue Bird
2026-06-06 10:00 - 15:00 | Harriman State Park, Harriman State Park, Harriman, NY, United States

One-Way Hike From Tuxedo Train Station to Camp
2026-06-20 10:24 - 14:00 | Harriman State Park, Harriman State Park, Harriman, NY, United States
One-Way Hike From Tuxedo Train Station to Camp
Saturday, June 20, 10:24 AM
This 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.
Leader: Ingrid Strauch, Ingrid-hiking@noany.org
Please register with leader by Thursday, June 19, at 9 PM.

Tuxedo-Mount Ivy Circular
2026-06-21 10:00 - 15:00 | Harriman State Park, Harriman State Park, Harriman, NY, United States
Sunday, June 21, 10 AM
This 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.
Leader: Ingrid Strauch, Ingrid-hiking@noany.org
Please register with leader by Thursday, June 19, at 9 PM.

Hike to the Torrey Memorial
2026-07-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Harriman State Park, Harriman State Park, Harriman, NY, United States
Hike to the Torrey Memorial on Long Mountain
Distance: About 2 miles (Not-Qualifying); Elevation gain: About 300+ feet
We 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.
Meeting 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.

[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.]

Leader: Ray Kozma – (917-406-3782) orraymondkozma@gmail.com
Please register with the leader by 10PM Thursday, July 16th.

[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.]
