NOANY Hikes and Outings
Hikes and Outings Chairs: Ingrid Strauch and Oliver Lunt
Scheduled Hikes and Outings
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Saturday, September 26 – Tuxedo Circular Hike
10:15 A.M
This 5.25-mile, qualifying hike starts and ends at the Tuxedo train station. We’ll take the Kakiat, Blue Disc, and Tuxedo-Mt. Ivy trails, passing Harriman landmarks including Almost Perpendicular, Elbow Brush, and Claudius Smith’s Den.
Expect rocky terrain, one steep climb, and some nice views. Moderate pace. Hiking boots or shoes are recommended, along with bug and sun protection. You should bring at least 1 liter of water (more if it’s hot out) and lunch or snacks.
This hike is transit-accessible by taking the 9:10Coach bus from PABT to Tuxedo train station. Drivers should park in the north lot at Tuxedo train station (from route 17, turn onto East Village Road, cross railroad tracks, and turn left into railroad parking). Bus riders walk from bus stop to north parking lot to meet drivers.
Leader: Ingrid Strauch, Ingrid-hiking@noany.org
Please register with leader by Thursday, September 24.
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Sunday, September 27, 2026– Island Pond Circular
Moderate climbing (elevation gain about 200-300 feet)
Distance: 5 – 6 miles
Qualifying
Island Pond Circular – Starting from the parking area on Route 106 , we will hike to Island Pond, continue around the pond and take a look at the “Lemon Squeezer.” The hike will continue around Island Pond by way of an old wood’s road (a former route of the AT) and back to the parking area (taking a look at Green Pond, if time and energy allow).
This hike will begin from camp after breakfast (about 10AM).Bring lunch, water, rain gear, and appropriate hiking shoes.
Qualifying – Leader: Ray Kozma Please register with the leader at raymondkozma@gmail.com or 917-406-3782 by 10PM Thursday, September 24th.
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In Celebration of 100 Years
At Camp Nawakwa
1926 -2026
The following Centennial Hikes are being planned. Dates and details will be posted here.
1. Hike to first camp: Camp Quannicut
2. Hike to second camp: Blue Bird
3. Hike to the Raymond Torrey Memorial
4. Hike on first section of the AT: From Elk Pen to Lake Tiorati
5. Hike of the first trail: The R-D
6. Hike on the Nurian Trail
