For the first day of spring, Marv Freedman is offering a long, challenging trail and bushwack hike to three high peaks. With almost 4000’ in overall elevation gain and a distance of 11 miles, this hike is rated as difficult.

Hikers need to bring water/ sports drink, lunch/ snacks, sturdy water-resistant boots, proper winter/ layered clothing, snowshoes, and microspikes; gaiters and hiking poles are recommended. The pace of the hike will be moderate (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed) with steep climbs, and short breaks. We expect the hike to take about eight hours (plus some time for the shuttle).

The event is limited to 12 people and registration is required by March 20. To register, contact event leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com  Dogs are permitted only with the permission of the event leader.

We will meet at the Shaft Road parking area off State Route 42 at 8 am to coordinate the shuttle for this one-way hike.

GPS Coordinates for Shaft Road parking area: 42.165112, -74.408771 Google Maps link for Shaft Road parking area: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Q5nr8Y5afajuHm1B9

Driving directions: From the north, take State Route 23A to State Route 42. Go 7.6 miles on Route 42 and turn left. Continue on the short gravel road through the line of trees, and the parking area is on the right.

From the south, take State Route 28 to State Route 42. Take Route 42 3.75 miles and turn right. Continue on the short gravel road through the line of trees, and the parking area is on the right.

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 four days before the hike.