Canyon Hikes New York

Grand canyon, Death Valley, Sequoia trip (5d)

\*\*\*PLEASE READ THE DESCRIPTION\*\*\* Dear North America mammals, we finally decided to make a trip that we planned for the last 10 years. At this time we will spend the Thanksgiving holidays in Copper, Silver and Golden states by visiting Grand canyon, Death Valley, Las Vegas, Sequoia park, Hollywood, and many other places. This is a **5-days, 5-nights trip, but you can join us at any time!** Start day: **November 25** Finish day: **November 29** **\*\*Preliminary plan\*\*** November 25 - (morning) Meeting by Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) November 25 - Hiking Grand Canyon November 26 - Shooting at range at Las Vegas November 26 - Walking through Las Vegas strip November 27 - Hiking Death Valley November 28 - Hiking Sequoia park November 29 - Half day in Hollywood November 29 - (evening) Returning back home **Full plan** will be distributed via our **WhatsApp group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/LIJMBwqDN2P509lyrCV8HS?s=cl&p=a&ilr=4](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LIJMBwqDN2P509lyrCV8HS?s=cl&p=a&ilr=4)** **\*\*\*\* TIPS \*\*\*\*** Please be ready to wake up at 6-7 AM and hike/walk 12-15 miles every day. We are not a travel agency and you will have to pay for your own travel, however we can help you with advice on flights and accommodation. We highly recommend booking your tickets and hotels ahead of time. Budget is limited by the comfort level you need. If you would like to share the hotel booking please don't forget to collect/transfer the money in advance (we suggest you meet in person beforehand). Organizers are not liable for any damages so please take this into account before you transfer money to someone. We might use local tour guides in some areas. For drivers: approx. map: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/2hwpoENKqYQyD3f86](https://maps.app.goo.gl/2hwpoENKqYQyD3f86) Our FB group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145](https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145) Our meetup group: [https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d](https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d) Telegram: [https://t.me/neverwinterfree](https://t.me/neverwinterfree) Please apply via: Wechat: cozmo31 IG: neverwinter_free_parties LINE: cozmo31 [www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=286948809](http://www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=286948809) Disclaimer of liability: By participating in this activity you agree that organizers are not to be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur before, during or after the event. **Please note, that additional surcharge for National parks might be applied for Non-U.S. residents.**

Chile Patagonia W+ Trek, Riverside Glamping, Thxgiving week (limited spots)

clean up and hike

Catskills Adventure Challenge: Plattekill Falls, with transportation from/to NYC

**PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A PRE-PAY ONLY EVENT** Please read carefully: This event is being hosted by Adventure Untamed (https://www.adventureuntamed.com/trip/catskills-adventure-challenge-plattekill-falls/). **Please register directly through the website**. **You spot will only be held once you register and pay through the Adventure Untamed website.** **Transportation and licensed guide are included in the cost of the trip. All you have to do is show up!** The Catskills Center has put together a series of hikes as part of the Catskills Adventure Challenge. The Challenge consists of a series of hikes designed to introduce hikers to the region. And Adventure Untamed is taking on the challenge. If you complete six of the eight hikes that are part of the Catskills Adventure Challenge, you can earn a patch from the [Catskills Adventure Center](https://www.catskillcenter.org/adventurechallenge?mc_cid=8b2b6a6c7f&mc_eid=700fe10aae). Adventure Untamed is planning to do all eight hikes. Next one up – Plattekill Falls! We will start the day with a hike to Codfish Point, a scenic overlook with MORE waterfalls next to the trail! Then, we’ll hike to Plattekill Falls, a 50-65-foot, dramatic plunge waterfall. We are rating it **INTERMEDIATE+**, because the section leading down and up to the waterfall (approximately 0.2 miles) is steep, with approximately 110 feet elevation change, and you may have to wear micro-spikes (we will provide!) if there is ice on the ground. The rest of the day is **INTERMEDIATE-.** Come discover the Catskills with us and earn a patch! **What’s included**: * NY State Licensed and Wilderness First Responder Certified Guide * Transportation to and from NYC * Hike from the Catskill Adventure Challenge [Cancellation Policies](https://www.adventureuntamed.com/info/?tab=2) **Wear** * Hiking boots (**required**) * Weather-appropriate, moisture-wicking, athletic clothing (**no cotton**) * Wool or synthetic socks (**no cotton**) * Waterproof gloves * Warm hat * Buff * Sun hat * Sunglasses **Pack** * Fleece / mid layer * Windproof/waterproof top and bottom layers that can fit over all other layers * Lunch * Ample Snacks * At least two (2) liters of water * Backpack * Sunscreen * Fully waterproof top and bottom layers that can be worn over all other layers * Extra layers to adjust for changing weather conditions * Extra pair of wool socks * Headlamp * Trekking poles (optional) * A change of clothes for the ride back (optional) **Level:** INTERMEDIATE- (https://www.adventureuntamed.com/info/?tab=1) **Mileage:** \~4.5 miles **Elevation Gain:** \~850 feet **Group Size:** 2 - 14 adventurers

12 Mile Annual Thanksgiving Weekend White Trail Hikel🦃🦃

Poconos retreat: Various Nature and Rejuvenation activities

The Queens Way-The Possible High Line of Queens & Forest Park and Forest Hills

We would like to add some first timers who actually are serious about joining us. If you have NEVER attended an event before with this group, please send me your e-mail to my e-mail as requested below whether you are on a going list or wait list AFTER CAREFULLY READING THE DESCRIPTION OF THIS EVENT. DO NOT SEND YOUR E-MAIL TO ME THRU A MEETUP MESSAGE. See below. IF YOU HAVE NEVER ATTENDED AN EVENT BEFORE WITH THE GROUP, I AM ASKING FOR YOUR HELP AND COOPERATION AS I PLAN THE EVENT. I AM THEREFORE REQUIRING THAT YOU SEND ME AN E-MAIL AFTER CAREFULLY READING THE DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT TO [bsb2@att.net](http://bsb2@att.net/) AS SOON AS YOU RSVP, EVEN IF YOU ARE ON THE WAIT LIST, AND PUT YOUR E-MAIL ADDRESS IN THE BODY OF YOUR MESSAGE TO ME. THIS WILL HELP ME COMMUNICATE MORE EFFECTIVELY WITH THOSE WHO RSVP. SOMETIMES MEETUP MESSAGES DO NOT GET DELIVERED FOR A VARIETY OF REASONS. IF YOU CAN'T ABIDE BY THIS SIMPLE REQUEST, YOU ARE GOING TO END UP ON THE NOT GOING LIST. If you think this request is just too much for you to bear, please let me know. I use capital letters to emphasize stuff not to shout at you! WE ARE LOOKING TO ADD SOME FIRST TIMERS. PLEASE READ WHAT I WRITE CAREFULLY. DO NOT RUSH THE RSVP PROCESS. THERE IS NO NEED TO. NO GUESTS FOR FIRST TIMERS. YOUR GUEST CAN SIGN UP AS YOU DID. I consider this a members appreciation event. We will NOT accept any monetary contributions on this one. I want to primarily reward those members who have supported this group in the recent past by attending at least one event and hopefully more with few cancellations. It helps if you are also a member of my other group called NYC Wanderers. See: [https://www.meetup.com/nyc-wanderers/?eventOrigin=your_groups](https://www.meetup.com/nyc-wanderers/?eventOrigin=your_groups) As always, the waitlist for this group does NOT operate in the conventional way. Those on the waitlist will NOT be moved automatically to the going list when a space becomes available. IF APPLICABLE, ALWAYS JOIN THE WAIT LIST WITH LOW PRIORITY WHICH IS FREE. IF THERE IS A WAITLIST, IT APPEARS MEETUP WILL ASK YOU IF YOU WANT TO JOIN MEETUP + BUT IN SMALLER LETTERS AT THE TOP OF THE PAGE YOU CAN CLICK CONTINUE WITH THE FREE PLAN. There is NEVER a need to pay extra to use Meetup's High Priority wait list classification for this group. THIS IS THE ONLY THE THIRD TIME WE ARE DOING THIS PARTICULAR EVENT AND THE SECOND TIME I AM LEADING IT. In 2025, I felt this may have been the most unique event we did that year. This event will be a fun, fast paced approximately 6 mile hike. We will begin by walking through a bit of Forest Hills and Forest Hills Gardens where I will provide limited commentary. We will then get a glimpse of where the first section of The Queens Way is hopefully going to be built-IT HAS FUNDING NOW- but we will NOT walk on the abandoned railroad tracks on this first section. (The Queens Way is designed to be a linear park built on an abandoned stretch of rail tracks in Central Queens with some similarity to the High Line but it has NOT been built yet). Then it gets rather gritty as we walk towards what is another section of The Queens Way-no funding to build yet- where we will scramble up a slight incline from some abandoned railroad tracks to get into Forest Park. There we will do a relatively short hike in the Park to finish. MEETING DETAILS WILL BE SENT OUT VIA A MEETUP MESSAGE TO ALL THOSE WHO RSVP NO LATER THAN THE EVENING BEFORE THE EVENT. YOU CAN GET THERE EASILY BY SUBWAY OR THE LONG ISLAND RAILROAD. WE WILL NOT BE ENDING WHERE WE STARTED-2 SHORT SUBWAY STOPS AWAY-ABOUT A LITTLE MORE THAN A MILE- BUT WE WILL FINISH NEAR A MAJOR SUBWAY STATION AND NOT FAR FROM THE LONG ISLAND RAIL ROAD. We will meet a bit BEFORE 10:15 A.M. Be ready to go. WE LEAVE ON TIME. BRING SNACKS AND WATER. THERE IS NO LUNCH BREAK. THIS GROUP NEVER STOPS TO BUY FOOD ON AN EVENT. IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO, ON YOUR DESKTOP, PLEASE CLICK ON YOUR PROFILE WHICH IS ON THE TOP RIGHT OF THE SITE, THEN CLICK "SETTINGS", THEN CLICK E-MAIL UPDATES" ON THE LEFT. MAKE SURE YOUR E-MAIL UPDATES ARE ON AND WHERE IT SAYS "UPDATES ABOUT YOU”, CHECK MESSAGES BOX. THIS WILL HELP TO INSURE YOU GET MESSAGES FROM ME. I LIKE TO THINK THOSE MESSAGES ARE IMPORTANT. IT LOOKS LIKE YOU CAN CUSTOMIZE YOUR SETTINGS FOR A SPECIFIC GROUP WHICH MAY BE HELPFUL IF YOU BELONG TO MANY MEETUP GROUPS. I am going to ask that people not post any comments or questions prior to the event. You have more than enough information to do this once you get the meeting details. No offense, but I don’t need to know-and probably neither does anyone else- what you are doing that day if you can’t make it or what you think the weather will be. AFTER the event, post as many comments and photos as you like. PLEASE RESPECT MY WISHES ON THIS. We will probably finish by 1:45p.m. and not far from a major subway station. It won't be easy to leave before we finish because of the route we are taking. WE WILL NOT FINISH WHERE WE START. IT WILL BE EASY TO GET TO THE EVENT AND HOME BY SUBWAY. FOR DRIVERS, YOU CAN PARK NEAR THE BEGINNING, THE END OR IN BETWEEN LOCATIONS. SUNDAY PARKING IS FREE. If the weather forecast is really bad, I will post a notice on the day of the hike by 7:00 A.M. If there is no notice, we go. RAIN DATE WILL BE SUNDAY NOVEMBER 22.

WOTT? Walk Off the Turkey!

Join Shorewalkers for our beloved post-Thanksgiving walk from the Battery to the Little Red Lighthouse under the GW Bridge. This is the perfect way to socialize, enjoy the Hudson shoreline, and walk off those holiday calories. 12-13 miles with easy dropouts at Chelsea Piers (4 miles) and 72nd St. (7 miles) or anywhere along the Greenway. Walk at your own pace. All welcome! The walk is open to all Members, friends and family as guests (no fee). Bring the kids and walk a few miles with the group. Invite friends so they can learn what Shorewalkers is all about. NOTE: guests must sign our waiver & release form: [https://tinyurl.com/28cez6j8](https://tinyurl.com/28cez6j8) **MEET:** * Meet in front of the Staten Island Ferry Terminal by 9:45 am * Restrooms are located on the 2nd floor of the Terminal. * Get there via #1/R trains to South Ferry. * We start the walking at 10 AM. Bring lunch and water/snacks for a mid-day break. Leaders: Sigrid Stropnik (text with your name: 404-991-8229) Ed Leibowitz Ellen Fleishman Maureen Barodin Jeff Asher Laura Clark Pam Cress

Saturday Hike: Old Croton Aqueduct

**To attend this event, simply RSVPing on Meetup isn’t enough — you must book through our website to secure your spot.** **TO ATTEND YOU MUST BOOK ► [HERE](https://outyork.com/new-york-hiking-tours/old-croton-aqueduct-11-28-26/)** **EXPLORE MORE ADVENTURES HERE ►** **[Upcoming Events](https://outyork.com/new-york-hiking-tours/)** **Old Croton Aqueduct** Discover one of the most scenic **hikes near New York**! Starting along the historic Old Croton Aqueduct Trailway, this easy and flat route leads you to the impressive Croton Dam, where you’ll enjoy stunning views of the reservoir and learn about the area’s rich history. Perfect for those seeking **hikes in New York** that combine nature, tranquility, and a touch of history — plus the chance to meet new friends who share your love for the outdoors. **We’ll end this adventure at a cozy local restaurant**, where we can relax, share stories, and enjoy some time together before heading back to the city. *We are getting away from the city to forget about timing, enjoy nature and socialize. If you're looking to make new outdoorsy friends, you've found the perfect place. But if you're seeking a fast-paced group, this might not be the right fit.* 🗺️ About the Hike * Small Group Experience: 2 - 15 OutYorkers. * Hike Route: [AllTrails Map](https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/afternoon-hike-6cdf32f) * Difficulty: Easy - Moderate. **The perceived difficulty may increase if you are a beginner hiker or not physically active.** * Elevation Gain: 722 ft (220 mt) * Highest Elevation: 215 ft (66 mt) * Lowest Elevation: 7 ft (2 mt) * Distance: 10 mi (16 km) * Hiking Time: 4h. This could change according to the group pace. ✅ **Included:** **Hike led by a New York State licensed wilderness guide.** ❌ **Not Included:** Train ticket or any other services or products not mentioned. **EXPLORE MORE ADVENTURES HERE ►** **[Upcoming Events](https://outyork.com/new-york-hiking-tours/)**

Shirley Chisholm State Park Shore Clean Up & Hike with NYS Parks and AMC

**[>> REGISTER HERE <<](https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX000001BhkD2AS/act00022030) for this FREE event!** **🌿 Get Outside for New York Climate Week: Hike, Restore & Connect at Shirley Chisholm State Park** Join the **Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC)** and **New York State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation** for an inspiring afternoon outdoors as we celebrate New York Climate Week—right here in one of New York City’s most unique and scenic state parks. This special event is all about **connecting with nature, caring for our parks, and building community**. Whether you’re brand new to hiking or a seasoned outdoor lover, you’re welcome here—no experience needed. Appropriate for everyone ages 5 years old and up. Together with Park educators, we’ll explore the beauty of Shirley Chisholm State Park through a **guided naturalist walk**, roll up our sleeves for a **hands-on shoreline cleanup**, and spend time **connecting** with fellow New Yorkers who care about the outdoors. Along the way, you’ll learn about the park’s ecology, history of its transformation from landfill to park, discover ways to steward these shared spaces, and leave having made a real impact. 🌞 **What to expect:** * 10:00-10:30 am Welcome & Interpretive Naturalist Share * 10:30-11:30 am Shoreline Clean Up * 11:30-11:45 am Break * 11:45-1:00 pm Trail Walk & Community 🌞 **What to bring:** * Sun hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, water, snacks 🌞 **What to wear:** * Sturdy shoes, weather appropriate clothing, long pants, and sun/rain protective clothing 🌞 **Where to meet:** * Meet Time: 9:45am * Meeting Place: Fountain Avenue Entrance Patio, located behind the parking lot behind the Blue trailer with the butterfly on it 🌞 **How to get there:** * Take the A or C subway to Euclid Station and take the Q8 bus towards Spring Creek Gateway Mall via 101 Avenue or walk 20 minutes to the Fountain Avenue Entrance. Bike racks are available; bring a lock. * Driving Instructions: [Fountain Avenue Entrance](https://www.google.com/maps?q=40.65460044,-73.86011178) [Learn more about Shirley Chisholm State Park - NYS Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation](https://parks.ny.gov/visit/state-parks/shirley-chisholm-state-park) [Learn more about the Appalachian Mountain Club](https://www.outdoors.org/) AMC Health Advisory: Covid and other respiratory illnesses are circulating in our communities. Do not participate in this activity if you, or someone who you have recently been in contact with, is either infected or symptomatic. AMC Leaders: Eileen Yin & Dale Henderson

Unlock the Secrets of Indoors/Outdoors Lower Manhattan-Day After Thanksgiving

We are going to spend a good bit of time navigating around and thru underground passages, skyways, hotel lobbies etc, etc in order to explore parts of lower Manhattan including the waterfront. Especially when we enter some luxury hotels, you will have to display a certain degree of "coolness" to fit in. (If necessary, we may have to practice to achieve this state. I suspect it will be necessary.) **IF YOU HAVE NEVER ATTENDED AN EVENT BEFORE WITH THE GROUP, I AM ASKING FOR YOUR HELP AND COOPERATION AS I PLAN THE EVENT.** I AM THEREFORE REQUIRING THAT YOU SEND ME AN E-MAIL-**NOT A MEETUP MESSAGE**\- WHETHER YOU ARE ON THE GOING LIST OR WAIT LIST AFTER YOU HAVE CAREFULLY READ THE DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT TO [bsb2@att.net](http://bsb2@att.net/) AS SOON AS YOU RSVP AND PUT YOUR E-MAIL ADDRESS IN THE BODY OF YOUR MESSAGE TO ME. THIS WILL HELP ME COMMUNICATE MORE EFFECTIVELY WITH THOSE WHO RSVP. SOMETIMES MEETUP MESSAGES DO NOT GET DELIVERED FOR A VARIETY OF REASONS. IF YOU CAN'T ABIDE BY THIS SIMPLE REQUEST, YOU ARE GOING TO END UP ON THE NOT GOING LIST. If you think this request is just too much for you to bear, please let me know. And tell your friends. I use capital letters to emphasize stuff not to shout at you! ON THIS EVENT, WE WILL REQUIRE A MONETARY CONTRIBUTION AT THE BEGINNING OF THE EVENT BUT THE AMOUNT OF THAT CONTRIBUTION IS ENTIRELY UP TO YOU. THERE IS ALWAYS A MONEY BACK GUARANTEE IF YOU FEEL I HAVE NOT EARNED YOUR CONTRIBUTION. (See below) WE ARE LOOKING TO ADD SOME FIRST TIMERS. PLEASE READ WHAT I WRITE CAREFULLY. DO NOT RUSH THE RSVP PROCESS. THERE IS NO NEED TO. NO GUESTS FOR FIRST TIMERS. YOUR GUEST CAN SIGN UP AS YOU DID. We have done this event or a variation of it on the day after Thanksgiving for many, many years. This has become one of my favorite events to conduct. It's always a lot of fun and interesting. And since we will be underground or in enclosed open space a good bit of time, this event will be especially good in colder weather or a possible bad forecast. (We don't do rain.) Meetup charges an Organizer like me to run the group-it's not a fortune- but the amount was raised substantially and I spend much time and effort planning and preparing for an event. Again, You can contribute whatever you want at the BEGINNING of an event IN CASH. (On most events, I will NOT accept any monetary contributions). The wait list for this group does NOT operate in a conventional way. Those on the wait list will NOT be moved to the going list automatically. IF APPLICABLE, ALWAYS JOIN THE WAIT LIST WITH LOW PRIORITY WHICH IS FREE. IF THERE IS A WAITLIST, IT APPEARS MEETUP WILL ASK YOU IF YOU WANT TO JOIN MEETUP + BUT IN SMALLER LETTERS AT THE TOP OF THE PAGE YOU CAN CLICK CONTINUE WITH THE FREE PLAN. There is NEVER a need to pay extra to use Meetup's High Priority wait list classification for this group. This will be a fun, fast paced and interesting event of about 4 miles. (Don't ask me how I calculated the mileage because I don't know!). I will stop very briefly a number of times to talk about what we observe. We'll see public art, places of historical interest, some amazing structures, the inside of a couple of hotels and a haunting memorial or two etc. etc. We will be outdoors at the very beginning of the event and then we will be INDOORS in OPEN SPACES alot of the time in Lower Manhattan navigating various underground passageways or inside different buildings. WE ARE GOING TO MINIMIZE THE TIME SPENT OUTDOORS WHENEVER POSSIBLE IF IT IS COLD OUT THERE. (Photo by Martina ) PLEASE ALSO READ "WHAT WE'RE ABOUT" ON THIS MEETUP'S HOME PAGE BEFORE YOU RSVP IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE WAIVER OF LIABILITY ON "WHAT WE'RE ABOUT” NOW SPECIFICALLY REFERENCES THE CORONA VIRUS. (THE WAIVER OF LIABILITY HAS BEEN POSTED SINCE THE INCEPTION OF THIS MEETUP GROUP) NO FOOD STOPS. EAT BEFORE WE MEET. BRING SNACKS AND WATER. If somehow this presents a hardship to you, try to deal with it. Don't be a baby! I SEND MEETING DETAILS VIA A MEETUP MESSAGE TO ALL THOSE WHO RSVP'D NO LATER THAN THE DAY BEFORE THE HIKE. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR MEETUP SETTINGS ALLOW YOU TO RECEIVE MEETUP MESSAGES FROM ME. IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO, ON YOUR DESKTOP, PLEASE CLICK ON YOUR PROFILE (it's in the upper right of the Home Page), THEN SETTINGS ,THEN E-MAIL UPDATES AND MAKE SURE THAT YOU CAN RECEIVE E-MAILS THRU MEETUP. THAT'S THE WAY YOU WILL LEARN WHERE THE MEETING PLACE IS. ALSO PLEASE CHECK THIS SITE RIGHT UP TO THE DAY OF THE EVENT TO SEE IF I HAVE POSTED ANY COMMENTS ABOUT THE EVENT-I LIKE TO THINK THOSE COMMENTS ARE IMPORTANT! ALSO PERIODICALLY CHECK YOUR MESSAGES LINK ON THE TOP RIGHT OF THE WEBSITE. YOU CAN CHOOSE WHICH MEETUP GROUPS YOU WANT TO RECEIVE MESSAGES FROM. I am going to ask that people not post any comments or questions prior to the event. You have more than enough information to do this once you get the meeting details. No offense, but I don’t need to know-and probably neither does anyone else- what you are doing that day if you can’t make it or what you think the weather will be. You may even think you have some deep insight into something or other but please keep that deepness to yourself. AFTER the event, post as many comments and photos as you like. PLEASE RESPECT MY WISHES ON THIS. If the weather forecast is really bad, I will post a notice on the day of the tour by 10:00 A.M. If there is no notice, we go. We will finish BEFORE 5:00 p.m. right near a major subway hub and close to wear we started. Enjoy your Thanksgiving holiday.

Ridgewood Reservoir: An Exclusive Tour with NYC H2O

Join us for an **exclusive tour of the beautiful** **Ridgewood Reservoir** organized with our friends at **NYC H2O**. This is a special opportunity to explore one of New York City's lesser-known natural areas and hear from **Matt Malina, Executive Director and Founder of NYC H2O**, about the history, ecology, and future of the reservoir. **Important**: Please wear hiking shoes. The tour includes some steep descents down towards the water level. **About the Ridgewood Reservoir:** The Ridgewood Reservoir has a fascinating history. Built in **1859** to supply Brooklyn with drinking water, it was decommissioned in the 1980s. Since then, nature has taken over: dense forests now fill two of the former basins, while a freshwater pond occupies the third. Today, the area is an important habitat for wildlife and a stop-over for migrating birds along the **Atlantic Flyway**. **About NYCH2O:** NYCH2O was founded in 2012 with the mission to inspire and educate New Yorkers of all ages to learn about, enjoy and protect the city’s local water ecology. https://nych2o.org **MEETING POINT** The NYC H2O team will meet us **at the Ridgewood Reservoir parking lot**: **58-2 Vermont Place, Glendale** Across from Ridgewood Reservoir / Highland Park, Brooklyn, NY 11207 Nearest Subway station: **Cleveland Street / J Train.** Other nearby options include: * **Norwood Ave (J/Z) -** about 20 minutes walk, * **Broadway Junction (A, C, L, J, Z)** \- 30 minutes walk\, or * **Highland Park area bus routes**. Please allow at least 1 hour travel time from Manhattan. **AFTER THE TOUR** If there is interest, we may continue to **one of the breweries in the nearby Glendale/Ridgewood area** for a drink afterward 🍻. **Hike leader:** Sigrid Stropnik (text with your name: 404-991-8229)