Join Marv Freedman on this tour of the Dry Brook Ridge (3465’) with beautiful views. This moderately-paced (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed), 12.5-mile hike is rated as difficult and is expected to take 10 hours. Hikers should bring water/ sports drink, lunch/ snacks, proper clothing, sturdy boots, insect repellent, a headlamp; and hiking poles are recommended.
The event is limited to 12 registrants and registration is required before April 8. To register, contact event leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com Fit beginner hikers welcome. Dogs are permitted only with the permission of the event leader.
To reach the Huckleberry Brook Trailhead from the east, take State Route 28/30 1.9 mi. miles west from Fair St. Margaretville and turn left (across from the stone schoolhouse). (From the west, take State Route 28/30 east 1.2 miles from the junction of State Routes 28 & 30 at Dunraven and turn right. Following the signs for the Huckleberry Loop, turn left. In a short distance at the top of the hill, turn right onto Huckleberry Brook Road; then in one-third of a mile, stay to the right and the trailhead is 1.25 miles on the left, right next to the road. GPS Coordinates of trailhead: 42.11281, -74.65129
Additional Information: Meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about 4 days before the hike.