Coastal Walks New York

A Day at the Beach

Rockaway Beach Walk & Swim

Walk along the Rockaway boardwalk from Beach 116th St. to Beach 57th Street, Arverne, on Saturday, August 15th. Slow pace on flat terrain, about 3.5 miles. Drop-off points with subway access along the walk route. We will have a leisurely lunch and spend time at the beach enjoying the sun, sand, and ocean. After the beach, we will walk back to the subway at Beach 67th St., where the walk will end. If you come by ferry, either wait at the boardwalk on Beach 108th Street or walk to the subway station at Beach 116th Street. Please note: I will not wait for the ferry. BRING: lunch, water, bathing suit, hat, and sunscreen. MEET: 11:00 AM outside the subway station at Beach 116 Street. Take the JFK A-Train to Broad Channel, change for the S-train at Broad Channel or Rockaway Boulevard, and exit the S-train at Beach 116 Street. Please allow ample time to reach Rockaway Beach due to MTA weekend subway service changes. Bathrooms are available in the subway station and nearby on/off boardwalk. Rain cancels, and the walk leader will announce cancellation on Meetup by 8 pm the day before the walk. \*\*Joint walk with Outdoors Club, please RSVP with only one club. We'll remove your RSVP if you are already signed up with the Outdoors Club in order to open the spot for another member to attend. \*\* Leader: Ed Leibowitz, 908-623-3883, eleibow@verizon.net. Cell phone 201-850-9649 only on the day of the walk after 10:00 AM.

Coastal Mindfulness Walk & Picnic on the North Shore

[Register here](https://plantpoweredmetrony.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/plantpoweredmetrony/event.jsp?event=3993&)! Join Plant Powered Metro New York for a restorative summer afternoon on the North Shore, featuring mindfulness practices, gentle movement, a bring-your-own picnic lunch, and community connection in a coastal setting. Led by Natalie Zolotareva, PPMNY Nutrition Educator, the morning will begin at the [Hempstead Harbor Shoreline Park](https://maps.app.goo.gl/NAxXHpWna2zZxAPe7) trailhead with a brief guided meditation focused on sensory awareness. Next, we'll take a mindful walk along a 4-mile out-and-back coastal path at an easy pace. The walk will include guided mindfulness prompts and opportunities for conversation. After the walk, we'll gather for a second mindfulness practice for sensory awareness through sight, smell, touch, and taste prior to enjoying lunch together. Please bring comfortable walking shoes, water, and a picnic lunch in a backpack to enjoy following the program. The event will [start at the trailhead off of West Shore Road and end at Bar Beach in North Hempstead](https://maps.app.goo.gl/fdounSem3D1Xep2i9), about a 10-minute drive from the Port Washington LIRR station. Carpool rides from the station are available if requested. If you would like a ride, please contact [corey.simoneau@ppmny.org](mailto:corey.simoneau@ppmny.org) in advance to arrange pickup. *Hosted by PPMNY's Natalie Zolotareva and Corey Simoneau*

Coffee Walk + Litter Clean-Up in Prospect Park - Make Friends, Steward Land

Join us for a morning coffee walk and litter clean-up in Prospect Park where we will make new eco-minded friends while stewarding our beloved park! 🌳☀️ We will meet outside **[Poetica Coffeehouse](https://www.poeticacoffee.com/locations/1233-prospect-ave)** (1233 Prospect Ave) to grab a drink before heading into the park! **This is a FREE event though we will each pay for our own drinks at the coffeehouse.** **What to expect:** \- Cozy coffeehouse vibes and outdoor chitchat ☀️☕ \- A brief guided explanation of the areas of Prospect Park where we may conduct the litter clean up 🌳 \- Walking and talking and sipping our morning drinks while using our trash grabbers and garbage bags to pick up litter 🗑️ \- Vegan snacks during breaks/after with chill park vibes 🍎 \- A chance to make new eco\-minded friends 👯💚 **What to bring:** \- Trash grabber \- Water Bottle **I will supply:** \- Garbage bags \- Vegan snacks \- Latex gloves \- Hand sanitizer **Please bring your own trash grabbers + water bottle!** I will provide a box of garbage bags and light vegan snacks to enjoy during breaks/after. Clear weather only, will be moved if it rains. **NOTE:** This is **NOT** a singles or dating meetup. Anyone exhibiting behavior in that direction will be asked to leave.

Brooklyn Shorewalk + Sand Castle Competition

Let's spend a fun day walking through the beach communities of Brooklyn before checking out the Sand Sculpting Competition in Coney Island! We'll meet at the Sheepshead Bay station of the B/Q train (take stairs to street at back end of station), starting our walk through the Manhattan Beach area with their over the top homes, stopping at Manhattan Beach for a rest stop/ snack break. We'll then continue to the boardwalk in Brighton Beach, passing the Aquarium and rides to hit the sand in Coney Island and watch the sand castles being built. The 34th Annual Coney Island Sand Sculpting Competition Categories include Adult Solo Artist, Family, and Adult Group, with cash prizes awarded to winners. Competition runs from 12 to 4pm. Bring sunscreen, hat, water, noting we will be walking quite a bit through unshaded areas in direct sun. Pace will be leisurely-moderate. MANY options once we're there: Take a towel & spend the afternoon on the beach OR continue walking past the Parachute Jump to the pier OR to the boardwalk's end at Seagate. SO many ways to enjoy the day, including having a late lunch/ beer/ ice cream at one of the places along the boardwalk. **Access to the D**, **F**, **N**, and **Q** trains for your return on the corner of Stillwell & Surf Avenues.

Let's Walk!! Brookdale Park

If entering from Bellevue Avenue and park in the first parking lot on the left. We will be gathering near the the playground area. if entering from Watchung Ave, park and walk up to the upper parking lot near the playground area. We will be walking the outer path. There are several break-off points if you do not want to walk the entire path. The walk will be about an hour or at least 3-4 miles. Wear comfortable shoes! Please plan to arrive 5 minutes early. The walk will start promptly. Brookdale Park offers the public access to both passive and active recreational activities as well as picturesque vistas. Trails for walking and running, lush groves and extensive lawns, playgrounds, sports fields, track facilities, tennis courts, an archery range and stadium grandstand are just some of the numerous attractions that make Brookdale Park a magnet for nature lovers, families, and physical fitness enthusiasts for miles around. https://www.essexcountyparks.org/parks/brookdale-park Disclaimer: If you join us for a hike, please understand that you are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being and will hold no one else liable in case of injury or mishap.

Degenerate Art Walk

This is a repeat of the walk for those who were unable to attend in July as all slots were filled. This will be a themed eight mile walk in Manhattan viewing some art and the homes of artists that fled the Nazi regime settling in New York due to their painting of art that was considered Entartete Kunst-degenerate art. If art was Jewish, modern, and not representational or nationalistic-it was Entartete Kunst. The walk will start in Washington Square Park, going through Union Square, Kips Bay, Eastside Greenway, Central Park, Lincoln Center and ending at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, where some of Monuments Men and Women worked. **Bring:** water, snacks and lunch or buy lunch at the lunch stop at the Hugh Bldg. Extreme heat or rain cancels. Bring an ID card-necessary for entering one of the restrooms. **Guests**: If you plan to bring a guest, please forward them this guest waiver and make sure they sign it before coming to the walk: [https://tinyurl.com/28cez6j8](https://tinyurl.com/28cez6j8) **Leader**: Nicholas DiNapoli Text: 201-406-4549 **Meeting location:** Washington Square Park by the rest rooms.

Brighton Beach, Coney Island, sand sculptures and food!

We'll start by grabbing a takeout lunch or snack in Brighton Beach, at NYC's biggest and most exotic "salad" bar (far more than salads), part of a Uzbeki/Russian mega-market. (Even if you bring your own lunch, exploring this store is an adventure.) After lunch on benches overlooking the ocean, we'll walk along the boardwalk, past Brighton and a rejuvenated Coney Island. Then we'll walk back along the shore, stop for a rest and optional swim, and view the sand sculptures, part of a big contest for amateurs and semi-professionals. (Last year's works look fantastic online!) Time permitting, we'll visit the Coney Island History Project and other neighborhood attractions in Coney and exotic Little Odessa (Brighton). Come and enjoy being on a distant planet, light years from the usual city existence. DISTANCE: About 4 miles. FINISH AT: Around 4 PM. But you can leave earlier, of course. TRANSPORTATION: Q train to "Brighton Beach." Please consult MTA planned service changes for Saturday changes on your subway lines.

A Pleasant Hiking Adventure in Inwood and Fort Tryon Parks

Hopefully better weather this time. Experience a delightful hike and adventure through the scenic landscapes of Inwood and Fort Tryon Parks. This event offers participants the opportunity to explore the hills and back trails of Inwood Park, followed by a brief uphill walk leading into Fort Tryon Park. The journey begins in Inwood Park, where hikers will traverse a variety of hills and secluded trails. After completing this section, the group will embark on a short uphill segment to enter Fort Tryon Park. Here, participants can enjoy the beautiful surroundings, including the renowned Fort Tryon Gardens. * Total Distance: Approximately 4 to 5 miles * Pace: Very moderate * Duration: Up to 3 hours for the full event Participants are encouraged to bring lunch or a snack. There will be an excellent spot along the route to relax, eat, and take in the picturesque scenery. Joint with AMC. Guests must sign our Waiver and Release ([https://tinyurl.com/28cez6j8](https://tinyurl.com/28cez6j8)) to participate. Meet at 9:30 AM by the restrooms in Anne Loftus Playground, located at Dyckman Street and Riverside Drive/Broadway (route 9), across from the A train. If using the 1 train, exit at Dyckman Street and walk four blocks to the playground on Broadway. If driving, look for a spot nearby. Limited to 30 persons. Then a waitlist (which I’ll probably open up anyway the day before the hike.) **Hike Leader:** Steve Galla, Hiking phone number 914-400-7110. Call, do not text if you have a problem.

Guided Mindful Walking in Nature - RDP Edition with Museum Visit

**Though the body we move in nature, with our mind/consciousness we are part of nature.** **MINDFULNESS - the practice of maintaining a nonjudgemental state of heighted or complete awareness of one's thoughts, emotions or experiences on a moment-to-moment basis.** **MINDFUL WALKING - a practice that enhances mental clarity and reduces stress by fostering a deep connection with the present moment (the here and now) through awareness of each individual step and the Sight, Sound and Smell of the surrounding environment.** **The nearest Subway Station to the meeting location is the 86th Street and Broadway Station of the 1 Train. The entrance to the Playground from Riverside Drive is at 83rd Street.** **Please read the below information carefully and take the time to view the myriads of videos available that explain the concept of Mindful Walking.** **Let me begin by thanking you for accompanying me on a work in progress to develop a methodology for teaching and leading a Mindful Walking workshop, my goal is to guide/lead the novice through an unfamiliar or complex procedure in a step-by-step process so that they can attain a basic level of skill and knowledge in the practice of Mindful Walking. Upon meeting at the River Run Playground for a brief introduction we will proceed to a nearby wooded pathway and commerce with a breathing and exercise session, followed by several training practice walks that will introduce the attendees to the techniques of Mindful Walking.** **For the remainder of our Riverside Drive Park adventure, we will alternate long bouts of conversation flowing walking sessions with shorter bouts of silent guided Mindful Walking sessions (which will transverse the natural scenic beauty Riverside Walk and The Esplanade). Our adventure will conclude with a visit to the marvelous Nicholas Roerich Museum (319 West 107th Street), where the attendees can perform solo Mindful Walking while exploring the mystic atmosphere and focusing on the esoteric works of art.** **Because of the workshop nature of this event, I will limit the number of attendees to ten (10) people. When you sign up, you will be placed on the Waiting List. Attendees will be manually moved from the Waiting List to the Going List. Am looking for First Timers to attend these training events. My future vision for this method of training is to present many workshops for first timers, mixed with separate events for those adepts with the Mindful Walking concept. Furthermore, I will expand the range of this event to scenic natural locations (including waterside venues) around the Greater New York area.** **The closest Subway Station near the endpoint is the 1 Train Station at 110th Street and Broadway).** **Will be walking at a moderate (not slow) pace. The walk will last three hours and will cover about 4 1/2 miles. There will be ample restrooms stops and a 20-minute snack break.** **Heavy rain/snow or other forms of extreme weather will cancel the walk. Please check this site for updates.** **LEADER: Bob Lazzaro email: rlazzaro4@aol.com.** **I will use a voice amplification device to foster better understanding and clarity between myself and attendees.**

Fire Island Walk

Let’s take a scenic walk of about 6 miles to visit Cherry Grove, the Pines, Sunken Forest, and more. Enjoy open beaches on car-free Fire Island. This will be a moderately paced walk from Cherry Grove to the AMC house in Atlantique. You may also drop out at Ocean Beach to catch the ferry early. Bring lunch, water, and cash for taxi/ferry tickets. *Safety Reminders:* We will be walking on the sand, in the sun for some of the walk. Please bring sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat to protect yourself. Part of the walk will also be through the shady trails of the Sunken Forest which can attract mosquitos and ticks. Bring bug spray. We also recommend that you wear light colored clothing and long pants for extra protection and that you check yourself for ticks after the walk. *Directions:* Take the LIRR from Penn Station at 8:44 AM to Sayville. Change at Jamaica Station at 9:05 AM and arrive at Sayville at 10:15 AM. Then, take a taxi shuttle (bring cash) to the Sayville Ferry Terminal for a ferry to Cherry Grove on Fire Island. *Drivers:* Park at the Bay Shore station in a pay spot, or park on the street obeying the parking signs, then take the 9:58 AM train arriving at 10:15 AM in Sayville. Do not park at Sayville because our return trip ends in Bayshore (not Sayville). Drivers should use the machine on the west track to purchase a one-way ticket from Bayshore to Sayville. Seniors can purchase a ticket on the train with no penalty. *Ferry:* Purchase a one-way ferry ticket at Sayville because we will use another ferry line on our return trip. The ferry from Sayville to Cherry Grove leaves at 10:30 am. *Return:* Ferries depart from Ocean Beach to Bay Shore at 3:35, 4:45, and 6:00 pm and from Atlantique to Bay Shore at 5:30 pm. Trains leave hourly. *Costs* (bring Cash for taxi and ferry) LIRR $30.50, senior $20.50 Ferry from Sayville to FI $11 Ferry return $13 Taxi $6 Co-Leaders: Jessica 347-603-8447 (day of walk) and Tom Bergen Joint Walk with AMC Rain Cancels

Summer Streets/Manhattan Aug 15 🚸: Brooklyn Bridge to Inwood

***[Summer Streets](https://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/pedestrians/summerstreets.shtml#summerstreets-manhattan4)* are BACK!** Join us for one of our favorite annual walks as we make our way along car-free Broadway and Park Avenue, continuing north through Manhattan all the way to Inwood. On the Third Saturday in August, New York City’s usual traffic noise and honking horns give way to walkers, runners, cyclists, performers, fitness classes, art installations, giveaways, and plenty of street activity. It is a wonderful way to experience the city from a completely different perspective. We will walk approximately 12 miles from the Brooklyn Bridge to Dyckman Street in Inwood. The walk will take about 6 hours and will be point-to-point at a faster pace. You do not have to walk the entire route. Join us for a few miles or stay for the full walk. There will be many opportunities to leave along the way, with easy access to public transportation. See the full program of Summer Streets here: https://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/pedestrians/summerstreets.shtml **Walk August 15th -** Brooklyn Bridge to Dykeman Street Meet: * **9am** outside of Brooklyn Bridge City Hall subway station at the entrance of Brooklyn Bridge pedestrian walkway. * Subways 4,5,6 * We will start the walk **promptly** at 9am!!! Pre-walk bathrooms can be used at Starbucks on corner of Park Row / Beekman Street with purchase. **Walk:** * **12 miles** (approx 6 hours) point to point. * Faster pace. * Many drop-out points. * Streets reopen to traffic at 3pm. **End of Walk:** * The walk ends at Dykeman Street after 12 miles/ 6 hours (subway A). **What to bring:** * **Water** will be available for refillable bottles along the way. But bring extra water. * Bring **lunch**/ snacks. No extended lunch break planned but we will take a few extra minutes at 550 Madison. * **Sun** protection. Hike leader: **Please do not post questions/comments prior to the walk.** **Ivan (text with your name: 917-446-0013)** **Sigrid (text with your name: 404-991-8229)** **Tiffany (text with your name: 718-300-1655)**