LONG ISLAND
MOUNTAINEER
NEWSLETTER OF THE ADIRONDACK MOUNTAIN CLUB, LONG ISLAND CHAPTER JULY/AUGUST 1989
We are trying to present a wide range of PRESIDENT'S PEN - Al Scholl topics for your entertainment. If you have any ideas or have a program you would like I would like to take this time to take to do, please let me know and we will try care of some loose ends. to accommodate you. In lieu of an August meeting, we will For all you mail order buffs, REI is have our Annual Summer Barbecue at the home opening a store in New Rochelle. The of Ed and Michelle Slaughter. They have tentative opening is July 27. ADK and REI hosted this in the past. Check the Outings are holding a conservation' fund raiser Schedule for trips near the Slaughter's home before the store's official opening. REI during the day and then come to the is bringing in Lou Wittaker for a slide show barbecue. Or you can just show up. This featuring his current climb of is a good way to get to know your fellow LI Kangchenjunga. A donation of $3 at the door ADKers. This price is $6.50 per adult and is requested for this, with money going to $2.50 for children under 12. All food and ADK. ( If you would like to help at this beverages (soda and juice) are included. benefit, the ADK can use some volunteers. If you prefer a stronger beverage, it's Please call me at 541-8163 if you are BYOB. Please register early with the coupon interested. on page 2. If you plan on attending, please bring a lawn chair. And if you need any Have a great summer! information or directions, call Ed and \ Michelle at (516) 654-2197. \
Wanted, Summer Circulation help. I'm GOVERNOR'S REPORT June Fait going to be backpacking in the Sierras this August and I will need someone to distribute the Sept./Oct. Mountaineer. The job is This June the BoG met at the Loj and as relatively easy. The newsletter is picked usual the sun was shining--this after Herb up from the printer, collated, folded, & I had four days of rain on the Northville- stapled, stamped, addressed and mailed. Lake Placid Trail. It should be noted that Everything is provided to you: stamps, any hike scheduled on a day when the BoG mailing labels, stapler and staples. All meets has an excellent chance of being a you provide is the labor. This will have sunny day. The day after the meeting was to be done around August 28 - September 1. again rainy. If you are interested, please call me at The move to the new headquarters was 514-8163 as soon as possible so all the scheduled for June 2, so by the time you details can be worked out. read this all staff should be settled in Do you come to monthly meetings for the their new offices. Much volunteer activity, programs? If you do, we can use your input. (Please turn to Page 2) ANNUAL SUMMER MEETING & BARBECUE COUPON
Send to Ed & Michelle Slaughter, 196 Cedar Ave., Patchogue, NY 11772 by July 29th. Cancellations MUST be received by Ed BEFORE July 29 AND be accompanied by a stamped, self-addressed envelope.
I have enclosed a check, made payable to Ed Slaughter, to reserve a place at the August 12th barbecue.
NAME 12 YEARS & OVER @ $6.50 STREET_ UNDER 12 YEARS @ $2.50 TOWN PEOPLE (TOTAL) CHECK ENCL
Please check your drink preference: soda diet soda juice **************************************************************
GOVERNOR'S REPORT (Continued from Page 1) PEOPLE AND PERSPECTIVES -Ariene schoier especially from the Glen Falls Chapter, paved the way for the major moving and BACKPACKERS GRADUATE...P0RGY SMITH, MARK reduced the expenses of it. At present a RASKIN, BETH NELSON, and MICHAEL PANCIR0LI subdivision plan has been authorized to see enrolled in Dick Furman's backpacking class if it is practical to sell off part of the but couldn't attend the weekend outing. land and a supplier of outdoor equipment has JENNIFER K0HN, JUDY NEFF, CHARLIE DEANGELIS, expressed interest in renting the warehouse plus EVELYN and ED DEPINTER went beyond the space. The apartment on the property has classroom and packed their gear into a been rented, so all is going according to Catskill meadow along the Lake Capra trail. pi ah. Rimmed on the north by the Blackheads, o It was announced that the Camp 0'Brian weekend home gave us beautiful scenery ar;:, • fund now totals $44,000. The LI Chapter was space for the tents and a dining room publicly thanked for their donation of over created with a log for sitting and rocks to $4,000. Some of the chapters are still support the stoves. The relaxed pace, fun, conducting fund raising drives. The super conditions, and enthusiasm of the foundation material has been flown in and group made the magic work for the group's the excavation is almost complete. It is first backpacking adventure. Everyone came expected that the timber will be flown in away with good feelings about his own during September with completion scheduled accomplishments and pictures to immortalize for October. his pleasures and survival. After hauling The Treasurer's report indicated that out the 3-1/2 miles on Sunday, everyone dues revenue is up. The club is actively opted to hike into the sensational recruiting new members but the majority of Kaaterskill Falls. The positive attitude the increase is because of present members of all participants made it a pleasure for upgrading their memberships. The consensus Dick Furman and myself to lead the was that for this to happen we must be doing graduation weekend in the woods. Since the something right. first taste of any hiking experience will As a final note--the Spring Outing next determine one's continued interest, the year will be at the Frost Valley. In the tired bodies but smiling faces seemed to past many of our chapter members have indicate that they'll be back for more!! attended and found it rewarding. Mark May 11-13 on your calendars for some great fun HIKERS & HIKE LEADERS - A TWO-WAY STREET... and good hikes. Several tl-ADK members When joining a group, you expect to enjoy attended this year's Spring Outing at Winter the outing; however, when joining a group, Cove and had a most enjoyable time. All you also give up certain personal- club outings are a great way to meet people preferences such as the departure timejfl from other chapters besides trying hikes pace, or destination. Because it i^ our chapter would normally not schedule. difficult to screen hikers on the phone, the leader might need to ask specific questions photography, and sketching are other popular and the hiker must respond honestly. This options within the 750 acres taken from the information allows the leader to make Rockefeller estate in 1983. There are decisions that will possibly affect the wetlands, woodlands, meadows, fields, and plans. The responsible leader determines a 24-acre lake for your favorite pastime. the pace and the day's activities while Call (914) 631-1470 for permitsTto fish or respecting the needs of the hikers; once the ride a horse. Trail lunches are possible outing is underway, the leader may need to but blanket picnicking isn't allowed. make adjustments according to the needs of Regulations prohibit motorized vehicles, the hikers. There are different measures camping, smoking, radios, unleashed pets, of success for an outing: Was the goal and the consumption of alcohol. Having accomplished or did the leader bypass the enjoyed the area on several occasions, I destination to simply make it a pleasant would encourage you to enjoy this tranquil outing for everyone involved? retreat which is only 1-1/4 hours from the All responsible hikers can inquire carpool location. The preserve is easily about the pace, distance, degree of reached: take the Whitestone or Throgs Neck difficulty, route, and time when Bridge to 95N; travel to 287W (Cross registering. Being on time and coming Westchester) going toward the Tappan Zee prepared for weather conditions are positive Bridge; take 287W to exit 1 (Rt. 119 & characteristics for every hiker. A Tarrytown); 119 leads to 9N; take 9N through cooperative nature is important, too, if you Tarrytown to Rt. 117E; watch for the are not involved in the planning. Yet, preserve entrance after 2nd overpass. Ask hikers need to take the initiative to for a trail map at the trailer. There is question the leader regarding anything that no admission fee. Just go to stretch your gives the hiker cause for concern. legs and enjoy the fresh air. The beginning hiker, rafter, canoeist, or climber must be willing to abide by the leader's suggestions and directions related NEW OUTINGS REPORT FORM to clothing, equipment needs, departure time set to maximize the amount of daylight to accomplish the hike, and the safety of the A new outings report form was sent to best possible route...to name just a few all outings leaders who have led trips for items. the club over the past year. Please take The experienced hiker can offer to help just a few minutes to complete this form and and be willing to make personal sacrifices return to Lanny Wexler in the self-addressed for the good of the group. An experienced stamped envelope. The form will help us hiker should also be willing to share in improve our reporting of outings and the responsibilities without interfering upcoming trips and make the outings with the leader's decisions. There might committee's job easier. The outings be unusual situations when a hiker is more committee greatly appreciates your qualified than the leader; if you are so cooperation. qualified, you could discuss solutions should a problem arise. When safety is a factor, all voices need to be heard. Take a hike; lead a hike; become a part of the invigorating world and have fun while CAMP O'BRIEN FUNDRAISING you exercise for your heart and soul!!! (Thanks to Al Scholl, Gerry Barsky, and Dick Larry Braun reports great success in Furman for their input.) elicting contributions from members of our chapter. As of June 10th he had received ROOM ENOUGH FOR EVERYONE...The 14 miles of 101 checks totaling $2,454.24. Fourteen peaceful and winding trails in the members were exceptionally generous, giving Rockefeller State Park Preserve at Pocantico $50 or more. Together with matching funds Hills are spacious enough to allow you to from the chapter's treasury, LI-ADKers will I'walk, push a baby stroller, ride a bike, provide over $4,900 toward this effort. jog, and cross-country ski. Birding, Outings JC^A *)
Looking Ahead
JULY 8 LI BIKE 25 brisk mi through the Stony Brook and Three Village area. Bring your lunch. Sat C 944-7859 REGISTER BY JULY 5 JULY 8 CATSKILL MOUNTAINEER![N G - Blackdome and Blackhead, maybe Thomas Cole. Moderate hikers Sat welcome to try. Great views of Devil's Path Range to south and Hudson River to the east. GEORGE FORM 483-0119 REGISTER BY JULY 6 JULY 9 KITTATINYS HIKE - A 6 mi moderate hike along the Appalachian Trail in the Kittatiny Mts Sun of northwestern New Jersey. Stop for swim at Crater Lake, Blue Mt Lake and Hemlock Pond. Possible campout the night before. Joint with Sierra Club. KEN KING 798-5276 7-10pm REGISTER BY JULY 6 JULY 9 LI CANOE - Upper Carmen's River - Easy beginner, travel through wild life preserve. Sun Suggest binoculars for viewing water fowl & aquatic life. Approximately 1/2 day canoeing followed by picnic at Southhaven Park. Call ASAP for info on renting canoe; cost about $15 per person. LORIANNE HOENNINGER 399-5750 9-1lpm REGISTER BY JULY 7 JULY 15 LI BIKE - Easy to moderate 30 mi of flat roads from Wading River to Mattituck with a stop Sat at Northville for lunch and a swim. BOB WEST 783-3702 7-10pm REGISTER BY JULY 14 JULY 16 LI HIKE - Fire Island National Seashore Hike and Swim - We'll visit Sunken Forest and Sun explore several beachfront communities on roadless Fire Island. Plenty of time for swim ming and relaxing. Bring a picnic lunch or purchase on Fire Island. Call to carpool to ferry in Sayville. NANCY HODSON 692-5754 before 10pm REGISTER BY JULY 15
JULY 22 OKEANOS WHALE WATCH - Make your reservations directly to 0KEAN0S 516-728-4522, AFTERNOON m Sat SAILING, 1:30pm, Viking Dock, Montauk. Cost is $25 per adult and $15 for ages 5-13. A deposit of $10 each is required; refunds up to 2 weeks of sailing. Trips fill up quickly! JEANNE GRAY 691-0629 before 10pm REGISTER ASAP JULY 22 NJ AT HIKE - A moderate 6 mi hike on the AT in Wawayanda State Park. Joint with Sierra. Sat KEN KING 798-5276 7-10pm REGISTER BY JULY 21 JULY 24 MONDAY SPECIAL - Walk the boardwalk at Jones Beach. Park in Field 4, walk through tunnel to boardwalk area. Meet at east end of bandstand, 7pm. (No fee for parking in evening.) NO GO IN RAIN. MINNIE L0DAT0 691-4571 before 10pm REGISTER BY JULY 21 C JEANNE GRAY 691-0629 before 10pm
JULY 29 AWOSTING FALLS PICNIC - Take a break. Leisurely gathering for all club members at the Sat base of beautiful Awosting waterfall in Minnewaska State Park. Bring your own lunch and favorite stories. For the more adventurous, Ron will lead a 5-10 mi wilderness cross country run. NO GO IN RAIN. RON MARCZYK (718) 465-1972 JULY 29- ANNUAL CATSKILL TUBING ON ESOPUS CREEK - Try something new, try tubing! Drift with the 30 current and watch the mountain scenery float by. Meet 10am Sunday at the Town Tinker Sat-Sun (tube rental shop). Bridge Street, Phoenicia, NY (Route 28). Call ASAP if you are inter ested in reservation for campground for Saturday evening. ii LORIANNE HOENNINGER 399-5750 9-1lpm REGISTER BY JULY 28 JULY 30 HOOK MT BERRY PICKING TRIP - Moderate 8 mi on Hook Mt and along the Hudson River in nearby Sun Rockland County. Pick and eat fresh berries along this route. HARRY S, YETTA SOKOL 433-6561 7-10pm REGISTER BY JULY 28
AUG 5-6 SHAWANGUNKS CAMPING - A moderate hike along carriage roads to Lake Awosting for a swim Sat-Sun If the weather is too cool for swimming we'll explore the various trails and viewpoints^ Come for the day or the entire weekend. Stay at nearby campground. KEN KING 798-5276 7-10pm REGISTER BY AUG 3 t)
AUG 6 LEADER'S CHOICE - Easy to moderate outing, probably on LI. Bring lunch and water. NO GO Sun IN RAIN. JENNIE K0HN 424-5440 ' REGISTER BY AUG 4 SEARCH ENDS FOR LI-ADK PLAQUE By Lanny Wexler ji^ On May 13, 1989, I became the third club member to find the L.I. ADK plaque since the vRf tradition of hiding and finding the plaque began is 1984. The plaque I found was hidden by George Form on April 8, 1986. George then published a set of five clues in the July/August 1986 Mountaineer. I began my search by poring over maps and books and speaking with many people who were experts on the Catskills, including a forest ranger and a 30-year resident of the Catskills who had hiked the mountains dozens of times, but my efforts were for naught. Finally, in May 1988, I found the answer to one of the clues in a book on the history of the Catskills. One of George's clues stated the plaque was on Liberty Cap Mountain which does not appear on any map today. However, during Revolutionary War times, Kaaterskill High Peak was called Liberty Cap Mountain. At that time it was considered to be the highest peak in the Catskills, though it was later found to be only 4th in order in the Blackhead Range and 21st in order in the Catskills. Upon reading that, I knew where I was going that weekend! On May 14, 1988, with clues in hand and a small shovel in the other I set off for Kaaterskill High Peak by hiking the long snowmobile trail to the top. The snowmobile trail was part of the Long Path which was developed by Vincent Schaefer in the early 1930s as an unmarked footpath between New York City and the Adirondacks, hence the clue to Schaefer's Trail. I scaled the rocky ramparts of Kaaterskill and proceeded to the geodetic survey at the summit where I started digging. After 15 to 20 minutes of digging around I came up empty. Then I spotted another clearing and there another geodetic survey marker. I commenced digging but after 20 minutes nothing again. Disappointed twice, I located a third clearing and another survey marker. Since the clue said it was at the highest easternmost point, I was sure this must be the spot. After only a few digs, I struck pay dirt! I reached down into the damp soil and pulled up a muddied jar. Stuffed inside the jar were several folded maps with directions to the plaque. There was a line marked in red pointing to Huckleberry Point. Within three hours after a long bushwack off Kaaterskill, I reached Huckleberry Point where I was amazed at what I saw. • Though not at the top of Kaaterskill High Peak, the views are far better. From Huckleberry Point, the mountain drops away into empty space and one can look downward some 1200 feet into the depths of long and narrow Platte Clove. Looking across Platte Clove to the south is a view of the P.I.T.S -Plattekill, Indianhead, Twin and Sugarloaf Mountains. Looking outward is the Hudson Valley with its patchwork quilt of farms and the silver thread of the Hudson River running down the middle. Still further are the Berkshires and Hudson Highlands. This place of great beauty has some danger too. George, in his clues mentioned that the plaque was buried due south of trail's end at "the rock". However, there is a profusion of large "rocks" and boulders strewn across the hillside. And as one gets close to the edge of the mountain, it drops off precipitously. If that were not enough, timber rattlesnakes inhabit the area, making the business of looking under and around rocks a rather delicate affair. After searching for over an hour along the side of the mountain, sometimes .putting myself at risk as I clambered about "the rocks", I came up empty handed. As the hour grew late, I had to leave or risk being caught out in these woods after dark. Last September, I came back to Huckleberry Point after learning of an unmarked trail that leads there. Though my search area was greatly narrowed, after an hour of searching I still found no plaque. Then this February, after hiking the Long Path through this same area and being turned back by bad ice conditions, I knew I would have to hike this section again this spring. I finally asked George to lead a Catskill Mystery Hike this spring to resolve the plaque mystery once and for all and to give all club members the same information I had acquired to this date so that everyone who went on the hike would have an equal crack at finding the plaque. On May 13, the Catskill Mystery Hike went off as planned and I had my third chance to ^ find the plaque. This time I was successful. I found the plaque at the base of the rock, m literally at trail's end, at a site I had previously overlooked. So the tradition continues as I think out my clues and get ready to return the plaque to the Catskills this summer. Look for the clues in your September/October Mountaineer. AUG 12 LI BEACH WALK - Come stroll along the fire Island National Seashore from Smith Point. Sat ^ Parking fee in season. Bring lunch, water, etc. NO GO IN RAIN. WILL FINISH IN TIME TO C^AM I t,j I /ATTEND ANNUAL ADK BARBECUE. ^V^^Vl"w GLORIA BELLOFATTO 289-5237 before 10pm REGISTER BY AUG 11 0}G 13- ADIRONDACK MOUNTAINEERING^ - A peak bagging expedition to the Adirondack High Peaks. Stay 20 4 nights at Johns Brook Lodge. Climb Wolfjaws, Armstrong, Gothics, Marcy, Haystack and Sun-Sun more weather permitting. Day of leisure midweek. Last 3 nights backpack to the Dixes. Opportunity to pick up 10-15 peaks. LANNY WEXLER 935-5396 7-9pm REGISTER BY AUG 1
AUG 19 LAKE SEBAGO SWIM - A moderate hike of 6 mi along hilly trails in Harriman Park leading to Sat a swim at Lake Sebago. KEN KING 798-5276 7-10pm REGISTER BY AUG 18
AUG 26 LEADER'S CHOICE - Easy outing on Long Island. Bring snack and water. NO GO IN RAIN. Sat JEANNE GRAY 691-0629 before 10pm REGISTER BY AUG 25
AUG 26 CATSKILL MOUNTAINEERING - Strenuous 8 mi bushwack of Fir and Big Indian from Maben Hollow. Sat DAN NIELSEN (212) 533-0637 REGISTER BY AUG 25 AUG 26- ADIRONDACK MOUNTAINEERING - A moderate 5 mi backpack from Schroon Lake to the peaceful 27 Pharoah Lakes. Low mountains and hills, swim at the lake. Sat-Sun RICH MOORE (914) 496-7667 REGISTER BY AUG 18 AUG 27 LI\BIKE - A moderate 30 mi bicycle ride on flat to hilly terrain going through the Pine Sun Bartens of Riverhead and Brookhaven Town. Trip begins at Riverhead LIRR and finishes at , Port Jefferson LIRR. Stop for swim at Wildwood State Park. Obtain $5 LIRR bike permit •4- &[** £
* * * * ADVANCE NOTICE * * * * SEPT 16 CANOE THE ADIRONDACKS - Extended canoe camping. Itinerary to be set upon number of -23 participants and their level of experience. Substantial camping experience a must; canoe Sat-Sat experience helpful. Call leader for details before Sept 1. JIM PELZER 627-2551 7-9:30pm REGISTER BY SEPT 1
OUTINGS GUIDELINES
REGISTRATION for all outings is required. Leader may refuse to take anyone not registered. Persons who do register are expected to show up or call to cancel. Ground rules and suggestions: Minors (under 18) without parent or responsible adult accompanying must call leader prior to trip for OK. ' Bring trail snack, water, extra piece of clothing for warmth, hat and rain gear. Hiking trips require sturdy footwear. Consult with leader if in doubt as to trip requirements. Carpool location: Shopping center (street parking only) on northwest corner of Long Island Expressway Service Road and Little Neck Parkway (Exit 32). Carpool rates: Suggested minimums: Harriman $8, Shawangunks $12, Catskills $15, Adirondacks $30. Drivers set final rates.
Q> c4,<«*~e{lzcM*-<-i> AN OPEN LETTER TO LONG ISLAND ADKERS:
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For a number of years now, the Long Island Chapter has been offering a varied and extensive program of outings and other educational and social activities. These activities, to which the membership has become accustomed, have been kept up by a relatively small group of people who, over the years, have unselfishly given their time to the chapter. To have the same core group of people always involved to such a great degree can lead to a sameness and possibly a boring schedule of meetings and outings. What was fun and exciting for a few times can be dead and lifeless if it is continually revived in the same form. It's time for some new people to enter the picture and offer a different viewpoint and new ideas.
In spite of a steady addition of new members and chapter membership being at an all-time high, fewer people are truly participating in keeping the chapter operating via leadership roles. It is becoming increasingly difficult to recruit new people to run the chapter. For example, last year (1988) the Nominating Committee called nearly every member on the roster in an attempt to produce a slate for the general election (annual) meeting. Due to the poor response, the committee was forced to submit names of those who had been serving and who only reluctantly agreed to hold those positions again because no one else would take them. As it was, the slate had to be published and elections held without a candidate for Secretary. We could very well be facing the same situation again this year. Furthermore, some activities over the past year had nearly come to a halt, but were salvaged only when one or more members of the "core group" referred to earlier stepped in at the last minute to prevent them from collapsing.
In all fairness, a few people have volunteered on occasion to handle specific tasks, and we did add some capable and willing people to the Board last year. However, unless some additional new people come forward and agree to assume office and board positions and committee chairs, there are probably going to be some significant changes in this chapter over the next few years. Without sufficient leadership, the impact could be fewer outings, perhaps only three or four per month, one or two membership meetings per year instead of one per month, a smaller newsletter and less activity in general.
Taking on some responsibility is not without work, but it is not a chore that has to be overwhelming. There is a satisfaction gained when you introduce others to something you greatly enjoy and realize that you have expanded other people's horizons. It has been the sharing of fun outdoor recreational and social experiences with others that has made participating in Long Island Chapter activities enjoyable for many of us. This is the reward for a small amount of effort being expended.
Take some time and think about what you can offer your fellow members, then say "Yes!" when called upon. Better yet, take the initiative and volunteer your service without being asked. It may not seem like much to you, but it might just be of lasting value to others.
m Paul Lanzillotta Outing's LookingCBack ^ ") APRIL 15 Rich Moore (L), Rich Ehli, Ray Rice, Bob Rebolini and Ed Slaughter and son tried to perform trail maintenance on LI-ADK's portion of the Long Path on Schunemunk Mt. Wu took the Catskill Mystery Hike to find the Unfortunately heavy rain overtook the group not LI-ADK plaque. George led the group to Huckle long after they got started making impossible berry Point with its impressive views of the to continue to paint blazes as the rain quickly Hudson Valley. After lunch and a brief search, washed the paint away. Still the group despite Lanny Wexler found the plaque buried next to a the rain managed to clear some brush. rock at trail's end. Afterwards, the group APRIL 22 Bill Bowler, Helen Braun, Jo hiked some 9 mi along the new section of the Ellen Elsener & 3 family members, Karen Gold Long Path skirting the side of Kaaterskill High stein, Jeanne Gray, Lynne Jankowski, Charlie Peak, before it descends steeply to Palenville. Derrico, Ernie Kriese, Sharon Lasher, and Calls of spring birds were heard along the way Arlene Scholer (L) plus 6 friends weathered the including the wood thrush and junco. Many blustery arctic front that swept across the spring wild flowers were also in bloom. Two Catskills. This beginner, level, 7 mi hike on porcupines were seen, one quite large. On the the Lake Capra trail included a 2 hour layover descent of the Long Path two beautiful water in a meadow for lunch, relaxation, and explora falls were passed, full of recent heavy runoff. tion. Gusting wind drove us to seek shelter by MAY 14 George Form and Lanny Wexler did a a waterfall for our lunch break. Time was makeup hike on the Long Path over Sugarloaf and taken to investigate marsh- & swamp areas for Twin. Though the trail was now free of ice, birds and beaver activity. For all that was the steep ascent and jumble of rocks on this planned, everyone adapted well to the changes section known as the Devil's Path took all day mandated by Mother Nature. to cover. Showers and a low cloud deck limited APRIL 29 Because the DEC didn't process visibility from what would have been spectacular our work permit to join ranger Pat Duff for viewpoints from the summits of both mountains. trail maintenance, we headed north to do SW MAY 21 Minnie Lodato (L) and Laura Hunter. Bill Pasfield, Dave Edwards, Dick Mercadante enjoyed a sunny and warm Sunday morn Furman and Arlene Scholer (L) signed the SW ing's stroll through Garvies Point Preserve. Hunter register directly after Tom Wall who was They explored beach and woodland trails and there only 24 hours earlier. Tom enjoyed excep heard lots of birds. Afterwards they visited ^ tional sunshine and we were grateful when the the Museum with its exhibit on the geological . rain never went beyond a drizzle. Thanks to history of Long Island and then saw a film on Linda Edwards, Karen Shay and Bill Shay who had the Indians of the Champlain region. volunteered to do trail clearance over Big MAY 21 Sue Lowenbraun and Jeff Rugen (Co- Indian. Next year we'll have the permit filed L) led Joan Kessner and Jeanne Winslow along the in February. Pinnacle Path, the Staircliff, the Labryinth and MAY 7 A group of five crazy but intrepid the Crevice in the Mohonk Preserve. The group LI-ADKers ventured south to Maryland to hike in sat out a brief rain shower and wound up at Sky a 40.5 mi marathon hike of the AT across the Top where the wind was blowing furiously! On entire state in a biennial event sponsored by the the way back we had the pleasure of running into Maryland Mountain Club. If the distance wasn't John Graefe and his fiancee Trish who were scal enough, the weather turned ugly during the hike, ing the cliffs. We capped the day off at My Hero. heavy rain through much of the hike soaked our JUNE 3 Lanny Wexler (L), George Form and group who at times even pelted with hailstones. Marilyn Varley hiked a leisurely 6 mi of the Long Yet everyone finished in under fifteen hours. Path from Palenville into North Lake State Park Commendations go out to Dan Nielsen (L), Bill on a hot sunny day. As the group gradually Crump, George Form, Jack and Joan Weisenbloom ascended, views of Kaaterskill Clove and then as well as to Jane Levinson and Joel Pomeranz, the Hudson Valley became quite impressive and friends of Dan's from the NY Ramblers who hiked then breathtaking up near Boulder Rock. Birds with the group as well. were heard from the forest canopy hundreds of MAY 13 Herb Coles and June Fait (Co-L), feet below. Pretty mountain pink flowers were Jeff Ritter and Robin Kraut hiked .11 mi of the out in abundance,, giving off a pleasant fra AT in New Jersey under partly cloudy skies and grance. The group visited the site of the Old moderate temperatures. Nice views from Pochuck Catskill Mountain House Hotel and blue and cool Mt, that included Le Petit Pochuck, the western North Lake. Afterwards, the lovely Kaaterskill range and the Pochuck highlands. Much of the Falls was viewed. A most enjoyable day. hike was along roads, through an area that is in JUNE 4 Paul Lanzillotta (L) and Helen transition from dairy farming to suburban devel Braun hiked 7 mi, ascending Long Mt to the opment. A number of birds were seen, including Torrey Memorial on a warm and humid Sunday. a great blue heron, Baltimore oriole, praire From the summit there were fine views of Turkey warbler and scarlet tanager. Two small snakes Hill Lake, West Point and Bear Mt. After taking were seen as well. in the sweeping view, Paul and Helen descended MAY 13 Meanwhile, that same day Lorriane into scenic Popolopen Gorge across the Seven Hoenninger (L) and Jeanne Gray saw birds of Lakes Drive. The Anthony Wayne trail was follow . their own out in Southhaven Park, near Shirley. ed to Silvermine Lake where they had lunch. J They saw several new bird species not in the Pet After lunch Paul and Helen explored Dunn Mine ersen guide, including a giant orange chicken and continued on a woods road back to their car like bird. on Long Mt Parkway. Deer, frogs, turkey vultures MAY 13 And in the Catskills, George Form several types of birds and a box turtle were (L), Marilyn Varley, Lanny Wexler and friend Bob observed on the trip. 12 th ANNUAL ADK-LI COLUMBUS. WEEKEND LPJ TRIP OCTOBER 6, 7, 8, 9, 1989
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/OK hull hiking. Achedule.: cZaAy, flode.nci.te., StnenuouA Mountain Club Satunday nioAt "Wine, and Noah" fanty NORTH Satunday and Sunday. (Zveniny, rnoynamA COUNTRY FACILITIES Adinondak Loj., Lexm-toA and CampAiteA Canpooliny available. 1989 RATES flares quoted per person Sub/eot to change without notice * APPLICATION DEADLINE: AUGUST 30th. ADIRONDAK LOJ * Complete the application and mail NOW for best • Open Every Day Of The Year • choice...Registration will be opened to all metro-NY ADKers after August 15th. Coea Familv e>"vi'e Rm BunKroom BunKroom • OBI OCC.I * Lodging deposit is fully refundable up until Bed & Breakfast 20.50 24.50 35.50 AUGUST 30th. Refundable after August 30th Bed. Breakfast & Dinner 30.00 34.00 45.00 ONLY if replacement found. The $5 applica Trail Lunch 3.50 3.50 3.50 tion fee (per person) is NOT refundable. Adirondack Leanto * Lodging balance is due upon checkout. You pay (6 person maximum) 12.00/first two. 2.50 each additional directly to the Loj. Rate subject to change Wilderness Campsite without notice. (6 person maximum) 8.50/first two. 1 50 each additional Trailhead Parking 2.00 per day, ADK members free * An information package and carpool list will be sent approximately 3 weeks prior to the trip. THE LOJ accommodates 46 people in four private rooms, four family bunkrooms and a coed bunkroom. Linen and hot showers provided. QUESTIONS??? Call Joan Gossner 516-689-3070 J THE WILDERNESS CAMPGROUND includes 36 campsites »*« IMPORTANT ••** If your arrival or dinner plans -^ and 13 leantos, each with a fireplace and picnic table. change or you need to cancel, please call ••Final amount depends on occupancy. Joan Gossner as st>on as possible. ADK members receive 10% discount.
COMPLETE AND MAIL APPLICATION BELOW WITH DEPOSIT (keep top half for info)
NAME chapter use: ADDRESS_ date received PHONE (_ ± ADK-LI MEMBER? ( )Yes ( )No
What day do you plan to arrive? ( )FRIDAY, OCT 6 ( )SATURDAY, OCT 7 Do you wish dinner at the Loj ($9.50, served 6pm) that night? ( )Yes ( )No Are you willing to drive others? ( )Yes ( )No Do you prefer to ride? ( )Yes ( )No Suggested carpool rate is $30. Driver has final discretion on rate. Required PER PERSON deposit 1) Loj Bunkroom ($20.50) 2) Family Bunkroom ($24.50) Please make check 3) Private Room (for 2) ($71) payable to: ADK-LI 4) Campsite ($4.25) 5) Lean-to ($6) 6) Application fee ($5) 5.00
TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED: 5 Send to: Joan Gossner, 1 Davidia Lane, Stony Brook, NY 11790 6 Send with 1 business-sized stamped self-addressed envelope. 7 REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS AUGUST 30th. MEETINGS
All meetings are held at the Tackapausha Museum in Seaford at 8 P.M. on the second Thursday of the month unless otherwise noted. The museum is located on the east side of Washington Avenue just north of Merrick Rd. and l/4Amjle east of Rt. 135 (Seaford - Oyster Bay Expressway). "
PROGRAMS
Thursday July 13: The Adirondacks is a 6 million acre park bigger than Yellowstone. The movie "The Adirondacks - The Land Nobody Knows" gives us a tour of this park.
Saturday August 12: The annual summer meeting/barbecue jwi 11 be held at Ed and Michelle Slaughter's hotise in Patchogue^ Cheek the Outings Schedule for day trips near the Slaughter's home. Return in the P.M. for the barbecue. See "coupon-- ort page"^.
EDITOR Rich Ehli 17 Hoover Lane Bethpage NY 11714
CIRCULATION Al Scholl
FOR MORE INFO write to: ADK-LI P.O. Box 172 Yaphank NY 11980
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