News for July 2007
Long Path Temporarily Closed on High Tor
Coyote activity—in particular a den with an assertively defensive parent—has resulted in the temporary closing of the Long Path on High Tor. Check here to keep up with the status of this closing.
Pipeline Work to Affect Trails in Sterling Forest & Harriman
A natural gas pipeline that extends through portions of Harriman and Sterling Forest State Parks, is set to be replaced this summer as part of the Millennium Pipeline project. Some trails may be disturbed or occasionally closed during this project. Click here to read more.
Trail Conference Awarded $15,000 for Shawangunk Ridge
On June 19 the Land Trust Alliance announced that the Trail Conference would receive a grant of $15,000 to assist in the clean-up of a Shawangunk Ridge property so that it can be added to the New York State park system. Read more here.
Walk-ins Welcome at Ramapo 2007!
Don’t miss out on this unique vacation opportunity so close to home. A week of hikes, workshops, entertainment, and exchanges about hiking, trail gear, and the pleasures of the outdoor life, July 13-July 27. Check out the schedule for Ramapo 2007.
Last Minute Wins in NY & NJ Legislatures
Nearing the end of its legislative session, the NYS legislature approved a bill that permits municipalities in the counties off Westchester and Putnam to levy real estate transfer taxes for the benefit of open space preservation and another that would enhance the state’s Environmental Protection Fund. In New Jersey, a November referendum on environmental funds is planned. Click on links to read more.
Heading to the Catskill High Peaks?
Don’t forget to check the status of your destination trails. While most trails have been cleared of blow-down left by an April nor’easter, some are still blocked. Check with DEC for updated information.
Stop Talking and Start Pedaling
The Trail Conference will be participating in the Hudson Valley’s first ever Green Ride and we need your legs. Join us on October 6-8, 2007 as we ride our bicycles from Manhattan to the Catskills and back to raise money and awareness for the Trail Conference. To join our Hikers on Wheels team or learn more about the Green Ride, click here.
To Search or Not to Search—Raising money for the Trail Conference is as easy as choosing the search engine you use! Goodsearch, powered by Yahoo!, will donate money to the Trail Conference for every click you make. More information here.
Do Something Rewarding!
Volunteer for the Trail Conference and give back to the trails. Whether you would like to be outdoors or in the office, we have a job for you. New Volunteer Opportunities include:
- Fall Hike Leaders
- Brochure Designer
- Web Editorial Writer
- Data Entry Specialist
- Trail Maintainers, AT Corridor Monitors, and Shelter Caretakers
And that’s not all…be sure to visit www.nynjtc.org/volunteers to find out more.
