Training Hike Saturday 5/6 Fire Island

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Hike Leader Shari

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May 4, 2017, 7:44:03 AM5/4/17

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The training hike this Saturday begins at Robert Moses State Park, Field 5, near the lighthouse boardwalk entrance. Although the pace will be quick, the land is flat and we'll be walking through the many scenic and diverse communities along Fire Island, heading east toward Ocean Bay Park and beyond, then returning west along the sandy ocean beach (approximately 13+ miles round trip).

You can also start out with the group and do a shorter distance or a slower pace on your own. The Fire Island Lighthouse is a beacon visible for miles, and with ocean and bay on both sides, it is easy to find the way back. Water is essential, a snack is optional. You may wish to bring a picnic lunch for after the hike. This hike is on rain or shine.

Saturday, May 6 – Fire Island Frolic

8:15am – 12+ miles – fast – flat – Info: Shari, 516-721-0223

Start at Robert Moses State Park field 5 and head past the lighthouse into the many scenic communities of Fire Island; fast training hike on sandy trails and beach to prepare for the sandy sections of Hike for Life; great time to explore the area before the seasonal crowds; hiking experience recommended; bring water & snacks; meet at southeast corner of Parking Field 5; parking fee without Empire Pass. E: hikegre...@yahoo.com.

MAP IT: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/40.6287821,-73.229195//@40.6289002,-73.2301552,841m/data=!3m1!1e3?hl=en

GPS Coordinates: 40.628782, -73.229195

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Upcoming training hikes:

Sat, May 13—Trailview to CSH and Back (WEST)

9:00am – 12 miles – fast – hilly. Info: Tammy, 631-896-1409, between 6-9pm.

Sat. May 13 SARNOFF STOMP - Suffolk Community College, Eastern Campus Parking Field 1 (EAST)

9:00 AM – 13+ miles – fast – varied – Info: Jeff, 631-902-3156

*** Please note that all of these hikes are coordinated through the LI Greenbelt Trail Conference, a non-profit organization that maintains over 200 miles of trails, advocates for preservation of open space, and leads approximately 200 free hikes annually. Visit www.ligreenbelt.org to learn more and become a member of this worthwhile group! Plus, additional volunteers always welcome!

If any questions, please call, text, or email. Thanks!
Hope to see you on the trails!

Enjoy,
Shari
516-721-0223 (call/text)
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email: hikegre...@yahoo.com