| | Hudson River Valley Ramble Events: Palisades Interstate Park | | | | | |
- September 18: Sterling Forest Fire Tower Hike
- September 18: Ghost Town Hiking Tour
- September 18: Birding for Late Risers
- September 25: Hike Into 1777 History
Read more about each program below
- The Hudson River Valley Ramble celebrates the history, culture and natural resources of the Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area, as well as the amazing landscape, communities, and trails throughout the region. What began as a modest event that was held during one weekend in September, has grown in popularity and in numbers over the years. This year, the Ramble takes place over three weekends in September. Every year participation continues to grow. ‘Ramblers’ come not only from the Hudson Valley region and New York State, but from other regions of the country as well to discover the riches our Valley has to offer.
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| | | Sterling Forest Fire Tower: September 18th at NOON | |  Join Environmental Educator Doc Bayne on a woods road hike up to one of the last operational fire towers in New York State. The trail passes the historic ruins of an iron mining venture that operated for almost 200 years (1736-1923), then climb to an elevation of 1200 feet and the 60-foot steel tower. The fire tower was built in 1922 by the New York State Departmentof Conservation and the tower is still used today to locate fires in Sterling Forest and Harriman State Park. Weather permitting, you can climb to the top of the tower and be rewarded with 70 to 80-mile vista. This four mile hike is moderately difficult. Please call: 845 351-5907 to register.
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| | | Ghost Town Hiking Tour: September 18th at 10:30 AM | |  With photos and maps in hand, tour the "ghost town" Doodletown, with Friends of Doodletown Chairperson, and local expert Mark Jelley. See the cemeteries, side walks, walls, and foundations, with photos to show how they once appeared in the "disappeared hamlet" that was lived continuously for at least 200 years. Plus, explore its secret places such as the Doodletown Mine, Edison Mine, ancient Indian rock shelter and the tree nursery. Lunch is at a secluded waterfall. The hike rambles along old roads and paths, past pretty streams, through beautiful woods and rolling hills. Photos and maps will be distributed. Tour fee: $5.00. and $8 Parking fee. Bring lunch, water, hiking boots recommended. Not suitable for children under 13. Please call (914) 261-0987 to register.
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| | | Minnewaska State Park Preserve: September 18th at 9 AM | |  Ever wanted to join the Early Morning Birders at Minnewaska but just couldn't get out of bed quick enough? Scott Baldinger, local naturalist and frequent birder, will lead this program designed for late-riser birding enthusiasts and those just looking to learn the basics. This program includes a three-mile walk on the trails around Lake Minnewaska, and will include a stunning vista featuring the Catskill Mountain Range. Participants should come prepared with binoculars and a field guide and bring water and any snacks they may need. To register, please call (845) 255-0752.
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| | | Bear Mountain State Park: September 25th at 10 AM{ (Rain Date: 9/26) | |  Follow the "warpath" the British took in 1777 to attack Forts Clinton and Montgomery. This history hike at Bear Mt. passes through the pre-Revolutionary hamlet of Doodletown, by a picturesque lake and up to a stunning Hudson River vista overlooking the Twin Forts. While you lunch at the overlook, your guide, local historian Larry Menchini of the Save Washington's Lookout Committee and Bear Mt. State Park, will tell about the British naval strategy. Hike includes the panorama offered from Perkins' Peak. Bring lunch/water. 7 mile Moderate-strenuous hike (some uphill). Directions: Palisades Pkwy to Exit 19 at Bear Mt. State Park, follow signs to parking lot #2. Parking fee $8 per vehicle. Meet guide in parking lot at 10 AM. For more information and to register, please call: (845) 496-3804.
| | Hudson River Valley Ramble Events for PIPC's Historic Sites | | | | | |
- September 11: Lighthouse Walk
- September 11: Stony Point Battlefield Walking Tour
- September 12: Birding at the Battlefield
- September 18: Twin Forts Hike
- September 25: You are Needed at the Headquarters
Read more about each program below
- The Hudson River Valley Ramble celebrates the history, culture and natural resources of the Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area, as well as the amazing landscape, communities, and trails throughout the region. What began as a modest event that was held during one weekend in September, has grown in popularity and in numbers over the years. This year, the Ramble takes places over three weekends in September. Every year, participation continues to grow. ‘Ramblers’ come not only from the Hudson Valley region and New York State, but from other regions of the country as well to discover the riches our Valley has to offer.
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| | | Stony Point Lighthouse Walk: September 11th and 12th at NOON | |  Explore the history of lighthouses on the Hudson River with a guided walk to the Stony Point Lighthouse. Climb the two ladders to the lens room and view the Hudson River from the point of view of a lighthouse keeper. You are also welcome to visit the lighthouse gallery at the site's museum. This program is not suitable for children under 10. The site is located at 44 Battlefield Road in Stony Point, NY 10980. For more information, please call (845)786-2521.
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| | | Stony Point Battlefield Walking Tour: September 11th and 12th at 2 PM | |  Walk in the footsteps of the American patriots who captured the British garrison at Stony Point on July 15, 1779. The battle comes to life again as your guide explains the strategy of the offensive assault to overcome the complicated defensive features of the fortification still visible along the trails and paths at the historic site. One mile loop, easy surfaces but steep uphill walk from parking lot. Not suited for children under age 8. Artillery demonstration and firing at 3 PM. Parking fee of $5.The site is located at 44 Battlefield Road in Stony Point, NY 10980. For more information, please call (845)786-2521.
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| | | Birding at the Battlefield: September 12th at 8 AM | |  Discover the amazing variety of birds who call Stony Point Battlefield home on this early morning walk led by Rockland Audubon Society members Alan and Della Wells. First-time birders are welcome, as well as experieced ones. We'll ramble for 2.5 hours and cover about 2 miles, stopping for sightings. (Mostly level terrain; only one hill. Not suited for children under 5.) Bring field glasses or binoculars if possible. The site is located at 44 Battlefield Road in Stony Point, NY 10980. For more information, please call (845)786-2521.
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| | | Twin Forts Hike: September 18th at 10 AM | |  Hike into history following the 1777 British route of attack on Revolutionary War Forts Clinton and Montgomery! Beginning at 10:00 a.m. in front of the Bear Mountain Inn, you will discover how the battle for the Twin Forts unfolded by taking a docent-led tour of Fort Clinton, including stops at the stone wall, the Outer Redoubt, and the unique Trailside History museum, home to a superb archaeological collection from the Twin Forts. Then, march across the pedestrian suspension bridge and be greeted by costumed interpreters for a 12:00 Noon tour of Fort Montgomery. Tour will end with a 1:00 PM Cannon and Musket Firing Demonstration. Visitors free to partake in one or both legs of the tour. 4 mi. total, moderate/difficult (Fort Clinton walk easy. 1.5 mi.; Fort Montgomery Hike moderate, 2.5 miles, including walk back to Inn; hiking boots recommended; not suited for children under 12). Meet costumed guide at Bear Mountain Inn parking lot at 10:00 a.m. or meet guide at 12:00 Noon (for Fort Montgomery Tour only - parking at Fort Montgomery Visitor Center lot) Bring Lunch and Drink. Parking at Bear Mountain State Park: $8 per car. Please register by calling (845) 446-2134.
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| | | You Are Needed at the Headquarters: September 25th at 1 PM | |  From 1:00 to 2:00 PM attend a special presentation, in the re-created Temple Building, at the New Windsor Cantonment, on the important role of the Continental Army military headquarters, in Newburgh and New Windsor. From 2:00 - 5:00 PM drive your car to Edmonston House, headquarters for Major General Arthur St. Clair, Knox's Headquarters and Washington's Headquarters State Historic Sites for special tours of these historic houses. For more information, please call (845) 561-1765 ext 22.
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