Hiking Mates of the Capital Region

Meet at Bennett Hill trailhead.Meet time 10am, hike start time 1015am

Hydrate well prior to, and during the event.

We will hike a two mile loop along the green, red, and yellow trails of the preserve, which overlooks Clarksville. We will start at an elevation of 740' and climb to 1140'. Views along the way include the surrounding countryside, the Helderbergs, and a narrow outlook at the top of the hill toward the city of Albany. Although this will be a relatively short hike of approx. 2hrs, it includes a fairly steady uphill grade and a few short steep sections on the way up.* It is not a level walk in the park.*You should be doing regular aerobic exercise to participate. Dress for weather with layers of non cotton clothes, and wear hiking boots. Also bring bugspray, water/electrolytes and snacks. No dogs please. Check yourself for ticks after the hike. Meet at the Bennett Hill Trailhead on Bennett Hill Rd, New Scotland.The map depiction shown here is accurate. Foul weather postpones the outing. By attending, you agree that you alone are responsible for yourself and are participating at your own risk. Please have emergency contact information on a card in your pocket or outer pocket of your pack.My cell is 518 5773566 if needed.

Hike Prospect Mountain to the top to view the sunset and then we will walk down to a parking area to view the fireworks over Lake George. We will start from the trailhead on Smith Street in Lake George At 6:30 pm. The hike is a 1.75 mile steady uphill climb to the summit where we will get great views of a summer sunset. We should have approximately 30 - 45 minutes to grab a bite to eat, socialize and then start to walk down the road at 8:30 sharp.
This should get us to the rest area around 9:20 for the start of the fireworks at 9:30. The fireworks show will last approximately 15 - 20 minutes. From there we have approximately a half mile walk back to the trailhead. We are usually back to the cars around 10:15 - 10:20 pm.
Be sure to have proper hiking gear - sturdy boots/shoes, a fleece or light jacket for the summit (it does get a bit chilly, even on a very hot day). Bring a snack and plenty of water to stay hydrated. HEADLAMPS OR FLASHLIGHT 🔦 IS NECESSARY for the hike out. If you've never been on a hike before, please don't let this be your first one if you're not in shape. This is a challenging hike, and you should be in good physical condition to attend.
This is always a great way to end a work week and everyone always has a great time. I look forward to seeing you all there.
IF THE FIREWORKS ARE CANCELED, This Meetup will be canceled. Lake George usually cancels at the last minute. I will post here by 5 pm. if it's canceled.

The Lake George bike trail extends from Glens Falls to Lake George. We will meet at the bike path parking lot on Leonard Street in Glens Falls. We will take the bike path to Lake George Battlefield State Park where we will have lunch. Please bring plenty of fluids and lunch. After lunch will return to the bike path parking lot where we started.

Please note that this is 18 MILES round trip. You must be active, doing regular exercise and be able to bike long distances. There are several hills. The entire route is paved.

Bad weather will cancel/reschedule this event.