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Sunday, Aug 2 2015 is" Outrigger Canoe Day" on the Hudson River from 10:AM-1:PM

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Paddle the Hudson River This Sunday

Dave

Sunday, Aug 2 is Outrigger Canoe Day on the Hudson River from 10a-1p, hosted by the Nyack River Rowing Association. If the closest you ever get to the water is crossing the Tappan Zee Bridge or throwing bread to the ducks in Memorial Park, this is your chance to see what Nyack looks from a boat on the river.

Experienced paddlers from the River Rowing Association and New York Outrigger will present a one-hour Learn to Paddle session and introduction to the 6-person outrigger canoes at the Nyack Marina (next to The River Club at 11 Burd Street). Outrigger canoes are 6-person canoes with support floats attached to one or both sides of the hull. Outriggers are more stable in rough water, making them excellent watercraft for the Hudson River. Instructors will address proper paddling techniques, safety, teamwork, and the mechanics of launching a boat.

The event is open to anyone over 12 years of age who is able to swim. There’s a little fine print: children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent. The $20 fee includes paddles and life jackets. Participants should arrive in water-friendly attire, a towel, a hat, water shoes, and sun protection. Keep in mind that you might get a little wet, so, non-cotton clothing is strongly encouraged.

Reserve your place today at Meetup.com/Nyack-Outrigger-Paddling.

Fishing @ Nyack Beach State Park

http://lohud.com/article/20090422/SPORTS05/904220391/-1/SPORTS

Nyack park offers fishing with a view

Nyack resident Edward Jones was among those who enjoyed the fishing and scenic views during a recent outing at Nyack Beach State Park. (Peter Carr/The Journal News)

 ERNIE PALLADINO

EPALLADI@LOHUD.COM

UPPER NYACK - William Ventura had cast his line and stuck his pole between the rocks hours ago. He hadn't gotten a single bite.

Bite? At this point, he'd have taken a nibble from a guppy, let alone hooking one of the catfish or perch that swim the Hudson River currents that front Nyack Beach State Park.

So why was this man smiling?

"I like this place," said Ventura, 43, of Spring Valley. "I just come out to pass the time, and if I catch some fish, that makes it better."

Ventura is one of the more casual of those who use the 61-acre park for fishing. According to Bill Biles, the park's ranger the past 15 years, the fish just weren't biting that warm but breezy day. But come out there any spring or summer day, especially on the weekends, and things might be totally different.

"I had a guy here a couple of weeks ago," Biles said. "Comes all the time. He must have caught 50 fish. Sometimes, I see them heading out of here with buckets full of them."

Catfish and perch are the major catches, but a sly angler might also grab himself an occasional trout or bluefish, Biles said.

But for the less intense fisherman, the vista that spreads in front of him and the peacefulness of the surroundings offer as much enjoyment as the thrill of the short, and for the fish on the hook unfortunate, battle.

It is a beautiful view, too, taken from the widest part of the Hudson. Look right from the 1 1/2 -mile River Trail that runs along the rock-strewn bank and there's the Tappan Zee Bridge. Walk a quarter-mile up and look left and there's Sing Sing prison. The Rockefeller estate lay four miles dead ahead, halfway up the hill.

"I can come here and just daydream," Ventura said.

Nyack resident Mario Carreno, 35, had just as much luck, or lack thereof, as Ventura. But he wasn't complaining too much, either. The first-timer, fishing about a half-mile from Ventura, said he was taken with the view.

"It's very nice, very green," Carreno said. "No fish, though. Maybe I'll come back Saturday or Sunday."

Nyack Beach State Park is more than fishing. It is the only state park in Rockland County that allows dogs. The dog-walkers, many of whom have been coming for years, mingle happily among the casual strollers and joggers.

Hikers and bikers can head up numerous dirt trails to the Plateau, a picturesque field that sits under the 700-foot naked rock cliffs of Hook Mountain. Bird-watchers go there for the hawks and eagles that soar out of nests hidden in the crevices. A couple can throw themselves a nice wedding on the Plateau for the price of an outside caterer and a $150 rental fee.

That's about the most expensive aspect of the park, however. One can walk in for free any day of the week. A $6 weekend parking fee will be charged from April 18 to the end of June. After that, it's $6 per day for the summer, unless one has the $65 Empire Pass, which entitles visitors to free parking any time.

The fish, however, never come with a price tag, except for the cost of patience.

"It's so pretty here," Nyack's Sigwa Segundo, 45, said. "I'm not having much luck, though. I fish for catfish. I'll make soup out of it, or fry it. But I've been sitting here for a few hours and ... nothing."

Some days the fish bite. Some days they don't.

But the view is always pretty.

The Benedict Arnold/John Andre Conspiracy Lecture Thursday April 2nd @7:PM

Benedict Arnold and John Andre, "The Traitor and the Spy" - Harpers Weekly 1860   Palisades Interstate Park Commission Fort Montgomery State Historic Site History Lecture Thursday, April 2nd at 7 PM "Treason, Trial, and Tales: The Benedict Arnold/John Andre Conspiracy" High Drama and Treason in the Hudson Valley during the Revolutionary War will be revealed in an evening slide presentation by Historical Society of the Nyacks guides, Gini Stolldorf and Bob Goldberg. Free and open to the public, this lecture is sponsored by the Fort Montgomery Battle Site Association. The fort is located at 690 Route 9W,1/4 mile North of the Bear Mountain Traffic Circle in Fort Montgomery, NY 10922. For directions or event information, please call: (845) 446-2134 The Fort Montgomery State Historic Site is part of the Palisades Interstate Park Commission, which administers 29 parks, parkways, and historic sites for the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation in New York as well as the Palisades Interstate Park and parkway in New Jersey. For more information about New York State parks and historic sites, please visit www.nysparks.com, for information about the New Jersey section of the PIPC please visit www.njpalisades.org, and for more information about the Palisades Parks Conservancy and the Palisades Interstate Park parks and historic sites, please visit www.palisadesparksconservancy.org. The Palisades Parks Conservancy, Inc., (dba Friends of the Palisades, Inc.), the charitable partner of the Palisades Interstate Park Commission is a free-standing federally registered non-profit corporation exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations may be made over our secure Web site at palisades.exhibit-e.com/donate/ or by mailing to Palisades Parks Conservancy, Bear Mountain State Park, Administration Building, Bear Mountain, NY 10911. For more information, please call us at 845-786-2701 or send email to admin@palisadesparksconservancy.org.

Rockland Area Bicycle Rides

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Rockland Bicycling Club Upcoming & Regional Events

THURSDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Thursday, March 19th, 2009 at 5:30 pm | RBC Club Ride

Thursday night All Levels Ride Rockland Lake at 6:00 PM (note the time change due to a change in the parking fee schedule - they now stop charging by 6:00PM). We meet in the South Parking Lot of Rockland Lake. 

All Levels Ride. Two laps around Lake at D to C speeds. This ride is a NO DROP ride.

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EASY FUN RIDE

Saturday, March 21st, 2009 at 5:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

Another try at bringing you and your bike together at Rockland State Park. This is a level C/D ride to work out the kinks in your bike and your body before you start venturing out in the roads of Rockland.

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40 MILE B FROM ROCKLAND LAKE

Saturday, March 21st, 2009 at 11:00 am | RBC Club Ride

40 mile C+/B level ride from Rockland Lake to Piermont and return on back roads. One stop at Piermont for snack/bathroom and then back to Rockland Lake.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, March 23rd, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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THURSDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Thursday, March 26th, 2009 at 5:30 pm | RBC Club Ride

Thursday night All Levels Ride Rockland Lake at 6:00 PM (note the time change due to a change in the parking fee schedule - they now stop charging by 6:00PM). We meet in the South Parking Lot of Rockland Lake. 

All Levels Ride. Two laps around Lake at D to C speeds. This ride is a NO DROP ride.

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MONROE - PINE BUSH 100 KM

Saturday, March 28th, 2009 at 8:00 am | RBC Club Ride

Monroe to Pine Bush and Back. Heritage Trailway to Goshen, then scenic farm roads to the Sullivan County border. Return the same way. Flat sections and rolling hills. Average riding speed of 13-15 mph.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, March 30th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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THURSDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Thursday, April 02nd, 2009 at 5:30 pm | RBC Club Ride

Thursday night All Levels Ride Rockland Lake at 6:00 PM (note the time change due to a change in the parking fee schedule - they now stop charging by 6:00PM). We meet in the South Parking Lot of Rockland Lake. 

All Levels Ride. Two laps around Lake at D to C speeds. This ride is a NO DROP ride.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, April 06th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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THURSDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Thursday, April 09th, 2009 at 5:30 pm | RBC Club Ride

Thursday night All Levels Ride Rockland Lake at 6:00 PM (note the time change due to a change in the parking fee schedule - they now stop charging by 6:00PM). We meet in the South Parking Lot of Rockland Lake. 

All Levels Ride. Two laps around Lake at D to C speeds. This ride is a NO DROP ride.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, April 13th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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THURSDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Thursday, April 16th, 2009 at 5:30 pm | RBC Club Ride

Thursday night All Levels Ride Rockland Lake at 6:00 PM (note the time change due to a change in the parking fee schedule - they now stop charging by 6:00PM). We meet in the South Parking Lot of Rockland Lake. 

All Levels Ride. Two laps around Lake at D to C speeds. This ride is a NO DROP ride.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, April 20th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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THURSDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Thursday, April 23rd, 2009 at 5:30 pm | RBC Club Ride

Thursday night All Levels Ride Rockland Lake at 6:00 PM (note the time change due to a change in the parking fee schedule - they now stop charging by 6:00PM). We meet in the South Parking Lot of Rockland Lake. 

All Levels Ride. Two laps around Lake at D to C speeds. This ride is a NO DROP ride.

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ORANGE/ULSTER 150 KM

Saturday, April 25th, 2009 at 8:00 am | RBC Club Ride

93 miles, mostly flat but some rolling hills through Orange County and Ulster County. Wallkill River and Roundout Creek river valleys. Stop in New Paltz at 35 and 60 miles. 13-15 mph riding speed.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, April 27th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, May 04th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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TERRY'S RIDE

Saturday, May 09th, 2009 at 7:00 am | Regional Bicycling Events

Detective Terry McGhee was recently injured while serving overseas with the Joint Terrorism Task Force. The 22 year NYPD veteran received life-threatening injuries that will require extensive rehabilitation. His home will require alterations to adapt to his medical condition. 
Come out and lend support for a police officer that has spent his entire career giving. 
This will be a moderately-flat 40-mile course for the beginner with a few rolling hills. Well stocked refreshments along the way, plenty of support on the route. 7am registration, 9am ride start. Noon post-ride party. 
Download the print application at tourdeforceny.com. 
$40 if postmarked by 4/20/09, $50 thereafter. 
For more information contact mike @ 845 206 2222.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, May 11th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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BIKES FOR KIDS SPRING BIKE BONANZA & RODEO

Saturday, May 16th, 2009 at 8:00 am | Club Event

RBC's Bikes For Kids program moves to milder climes. Help rehab bikes, fit helmets, teach bike safety skills, conduct a fun bike rodeo, and introduce the joys of cycling to a new generation. The Spring Bike Bonanza is slated for Saturday, May 16th, 2009, so now's the time to start lining up serviceable bikes for kids and adults. Clean out your garage, your neighbor's garage, hit up your in-laws and your colleagues. Together, we can produce a crop of safe cyclists, make the Bike Bonanza a great success, and have a load of fun!

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, May 18th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, May 25th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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PIERMONT TO MARLBORO. 6 COUNTIES, 2 BRIDGES, 100 MILES

Sunday, May 31st, 2009 at 8:00 am | RBC Club Ride

Follow Bike Route 9, although staying on 9W through Haverstraw, to Cold Spring. Then Bike Route 9D to Newburgh-Beacon Bridge, then Rte 9W to Marlboro. Return.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, June 01st, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, June 08th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, June 15th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, June 22nd, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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ORANGE ULSTER 200 KM

Saturday, June 27th, 2009 at 7:00 am | RBC Club Ride

Central Valley to Saugerties and back. Toughest hills in Orange County farmland. River valleys and gentle hills, along the Wallkill, the Roundout, and the Hudson

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, June 29th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, July 06th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, July 13th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, July 20th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, July 27th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, August 03rd, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, August 10th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, August 17th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, August 24th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, August 31st, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, September 07th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, September 14th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, September 21st, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, September 28th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, October 05th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, October 12th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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MONDAY NIGHT ALL LEVELS RIDE

Monday, October 19th, 2009 at 6:00 pm | RBC Club Ride

All Levels Ride. This ride has a strict NO DROP policy. This ride moves at a D to C pace. Two laps around the Lake and then ride splits. Those who wish to go to the outer loop may do so and the rest of the group will ride the inner loop.

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Chocolate World Expo Sunday March 29th Palisades Center Mall 11:AM

everything is chocolate!

Its Official! The 2009 Chocolate World Expo will be held Sunday, March 29th from 11:00 AM till 7:00 PM at the same location as last year, thePalisades Center Mall in West Nyack, NY. This fantastic event is being held to help support the construction of the CampVenture IndoorEquestrian Center so please plan to attend and enjoy great chocolates, baked goods, cheeses, wines, beers and more! 

 

What's new at The Chocolate World Expo 2009; among the enhancements that we’ve planned for this year include the addition of some terrific new vendors, an expanded exhibit space, improved booth layouts and a quicker & simpler admisssion process. 

 

Event details are being updated daily, so check back soon; remember please feel free to add your name to the Chocolate World Expo 2009 email list to be notified of our programs and events.  If you have questions you can contact us at Info@chocolateworldexpo.com or call the Venture Foundation at (845) 624-5402.

The Chocolate World Expo Committee
On Behalf of the Venture Foundation

 

 

 

Nyack Boat Club Junior Sailing Program

http://blog.nj.com/boating/2009/03/youth_sailing_in_nyack.html

Youth sailing in Nyack

czusman 

Many sailors in North Jersey travel north to the Hudson River in Nyack to sail. Here's an announcement on sailing lessons for youngsters from the Nyach Boat Club...

Nyack Boat Club Conducts Junior Sailing Program

Nyack, New York - March 2, 2009 - The Nyack Boat Club has a very successful junior sailing program that is primarily for family and friends of Nyack Boat Club members, but is also open to the public.

There are two four-week sessions over the summer, starting with the first session beginning Monday, June 29 through Friday, July 24, and the second session beginning on Tuesday, July 28 through Friday, Aug. 21. The nineteen daily sessions run from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. during the four-week course.

The sailing instructional programs for ages 8-15 will follow both the general guidelines and the safety guidelines developed by the NBC Board, the Junior Sailing Association of Long Island Sound, U.S. Sailing Association and U.S. Optimist Dinghy Association.

All of our instructors are USSA certified. The junior sailors attending the program sail and race Optimists, 420s and Lasers. For those sailors not able to bring their own boats, the Nyack Boat Club does charter equipment for the sailing sessions.

The cost is $1,060 for one session, and $1,675 for both sessions. Children without their own boats will be able to charter a club boat (Optimist or 420) for which the child will be responsible for care and maintenance. The boat usage fee is $135 for the four-week session.

A child's parents or legal guardians will be responsible for the costs of repairing any damage to the boat. If your child does bring his/her own boat, a $35 fee for storage will be assessed for each four-week session.

The club will process only fully completed applications, which includes the required medical and insurance forms. A deposit check made out to Nyack Boat Club for $100.00 must accompany the application.

Look for enrollment and application forms, season calendars, and other important program documents on the Nyack Boat Club website at www.nyackboatclub.org.

If you are a USSA certified instructor and are interested in becoming an instructor in the program, please contact Rick Feldman at rick@specialgraphics.com

Optimist sailboats are designed especially for children, with a broad beam for exceptional safety and stability. The boats are simple to operate -- just one sail, one line, and one daggerboard. To obtain more information on the Optimist sailboat see the class association website at www.usoda.org.

The Club 420 sailboat is manageable for sailors coming out of the Optimist class and enables young sailors to learn teamwork, trapeze, and spinnaker techniques. To obtain more information on the Club 420 see the class association website at www.club420.org.

The Nyack Boat Club was founded in 1909 to encourage and support yachting and yacht racing on the Hudson River and surrounding waters, good seamanship and navigation, and to provide for the recreation and enjoyment of its members.

Many sailors in North Jersey travel north to the Hudson River in Nyack to sail. Here's an announcement on sailing lessons for youngsters from the Nyach Boat Club...

Nyack Boat Club Conducts Junior Sailing Program

Nyack, New York - March 2, 2009 - The Nyack Boat Club has a very successful junior sailing program that is primarily for family and friends of Nyack Boat Club members, but is also open to the public.

There are two four-week sessions over the summer, starting with the first session beginning Monday, June 29 through Friday, July 24, and the second session beginning on Tuesday, July 28 through Friday, Aug. 21. The nineteen daily sessions run from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. during the four-week course.

The sailing instructional programs for ages 8-15 will follow both the general guidelines and the safety guidelines developed by the NBC Board, the Junior Sailing Association of Long Island Sound, U.S. Sailing Association and U.S. Optimist Dinghy Association.

All of our instructors are USSA certified. The junior sailors attending the program sail and race Optimists, 420s and Lasers. For those sailors not able to bring their own boats, the Nyack Boat Club does charter equipment for the sailing sessions.

The cost is $1,060 for one session, and $1,675 for both sessions. Children without their own boats will be able to charter a club boat (Optimist or 420) for which the child will be responsible for care and maintenance. The boat usage fee is $135 for the four-week session.

A child's parents or legal guardians will be responsible for the costs of repairing any damage to the boat. If your child does bring his/her own boat, a $35 fee for storage will be assessed for each four-week session.

The club will process only fully completed applications, which includes the required medical and insurance forms. A deposit check made out to Nyack Boat Club for $100.00 must accompany the application.

Look for enrollment and application forms, season calendars, and other important program documents on the Nyack Boat Club website at www.nyackboatclub.org.

If you are a USSA certified instructor and are interested in becoming an instructor in the program, please contact Rick Feldman at rick@specialgraphics.com

Optimist sailboats are designed especially for children, with a broad beam for exceptional safety and stability. The boats are simple to operate -- just one sail, one line, and one daggerboard. To obtain more information on the Optimist sailboat see the class association website at www.usoda.org.

The Club 420 sailboat is manageable for sailors coming out of the Optimist class and enables young sailors to learn teamwork, trapeze, and spinnaker techniques. To obtain more information on the Club 420 see the class association website at www.club420.org.

The Nyack Boat Club was founded in 1909 to encourage and support yachting and yacht racing on the Hudson River and surrounding waters, good seamanship and navigation, and to provide for the recreation and enjoyment of its members.