Shorewalkers: Members Only Group

Shorewalkers Monthly Office Hours
A time for Q&A and conversation with our community.

Jump on Zoom for our monthly meeting. Bring your questions about Shorewalkers, Meetup, or NYC at large. Shorewalkers Admins will answer your questions, discuss current topics, and celebrate successes.

Join instructions: Access link through email alert.

🕕 Time: 6:00–6:40 PM
📅 When: Third Monday of every month
💻 Where: RSVP to see the Zoom link.

Organizer:
Bill Wrublewski – Shorewalkers' Hike Leader and Advisory Board Member

We hope you’ll join us to stay connected and informed.

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.

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. From the Library we will make our way to John Paul Jones Park where we will commerce with breathing and exercises, followed by several training practice walks that will introduce the attendees to the techniques of Mindful Walking.

For the remainder of our Bay Ridge adventure, we will alternate long bouts of conversation flowing walking sessions with shorter bouts of silent guided Mindful Walking sessions along the Shore Road Promenade, the Shore Road Greenway and the Narrows Botanical Gardens. To put into practice the methods that have been taught, each attendee will experience a solo mindful walk in Owl’s Head Park at the end of the event.

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 at the end of the walk will be the Bay Ridge Avenue stop of the R Train (Bay Ridge Avenue and Fourth Avenue)

Will be walking at a moderate (not slow) pace. The walk will last three and a half hours and will cover about 4 1/2 miles. There will be ample restrooms stops and a 20-minute lunch 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.

Due to recent unpredictable weather and frequent NJ Transit disruptions, this hike will take place on either Wednesday or Thursday. Everyone will start on the waitlist, and I’ll update the roster later this week based on sign-up order and your responses.

Terrain & Pace: About half of the route through the Gorge follows uneven, rocky, and rooted trails. Sturdy hiking shoes are strongly recommended. Not suitable for slow walkers.

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Join us for a scenic and historic 9-mile loop hike starting from High Bridge! We’ll begin in the charming railroad town of High Bridge and follow the beautiful Columbia Trail into the spectacular Ken Lockwood Gorge. Along the way, we’ll enjoy peaceful forest paths, stunning views of the South Branch Raritan River, and historic railroad remnants. If time permits, we might even pause by the creek to splash around and cool off, so feel free to bring a towel, water sandals, or anything else you might need!

Meet: The train platform at High Bridge Station.
For those coming from NYC, take the PATH train or any transit to Newark Penn Station in time for NJ Transit Raritan Valley Line #5719, departing at 10:02 AM and arriving in High Bridge at 11:40 AM. Return trains depart at 5:10 PM.

To RSVP, please specify whether you are available on Wednesday, Thursday, or both, and type 'RockyGorgeNoSlowerWalkers' to confirm that you have carefully read the full event description and accept the terrain and pace requirements.

Please bring enough water, lunch, and sunscreen.
Violet Chen 432.447.3275

### Reminders

1. Read Before Signing Up: Hikes in New
   Jersey often involve detailed logistics and coordination. For safety and smooth operation, please read the entire hike description carefully.
2. Drop Early: If your plans change, cancel immediately. Do not wait until the day before or the morning of the hike.
3. Waitlist Policy: Priority is given to reliable hikers. You may be passed over on the waitlist if you skip the sign-up questions (answers like "yes" or "OK" will be ignored) or if you have a history of late cancellations and no-shows.
4. Stay Updated: Weather and train schedules can change quickly. Please check the comments and pinned updates the night before and the morning of the hike.