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Sign Petition to Oppose Rumble Strips on NYS Secondary Highways

In response to NY Bicycle Coalition’s Special Action Alert issued November 9th, a concerned cyclist took the initiative to launch an online petition opposing the policy of placing rumble strips on secondary highways in NYS. The petition also urges NYSDOT to work with local cycling clubs in the state to find a policy that is [...]

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We Have A Winner – “Birding the Great Lakes Seaway Trail”

Congratulations to Chris Babcock, the winner of the  “Birding the Great Lakes Seaway Trail” guidebook.

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A Few More Outdoor Activities For Thanksgiving Fun

• Create a backyard treasure hunt for the kids in which they have to find Thanksgiving-theme items such as miniature pumpkins, leaves, turkey, pumpkin pie, pilgrims, etc. These items can be made from construction paper or can be bought at party stores.
• Start an annual family turkey trot. Players pair up by linking their elbows. [...]

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Nassau Hiking and Outdoor Club Hits the Trails of Montauk

OysterBayEnterprisePilot, link to original post

The Nassau Hiking and Outdoor Club (NHOC), which meets regularly at the Eisenhower Park Special Events Center, and frequently hosts hikes through the park, has just returned from its annual weekend trip to Montauk.
From Oct. 23-25 the NHOC club members stayed at the beautiful Ocean Beach Resort. Hikes included a 4-5 [...]

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Ultra Light Hiking Gear

I’m an experienced long-distance backpacker and I’m all for lightweight gear, but you can take things a bit to the extreme. Here’s an interesting test of some gear by Rod Johnson, owner and founder of Midwest Mountaineering. I certainly agree with his running shoe vs hiking boot idea. I’m loving my new Merrell Siren Sport [...]

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Crossing the Hudson River on the Future North Country Trail

Ed Ressler writes about crossing the Hudson River in the Adirondacks on the future North Country Trail – complete with a video.
Or, click here to view a series of photos.

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Nassau County, NY Offers A Biker’s Paradise on Long Island

Earth Times, link to original post
With the air turning crisp and the trees shifting hues, the cooling days of autumn are a perfect time to travel along many of Nassau County’s bicycle trails and streets and provide an opportunity to marvel at nature, historic sites and sprawling estates.
On the “Island Next Door” cycling enthusiasts of [...]

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Going hiking? Make like a Boy Scout and be prepared

Observer-Dispatch, link to original post
Stay warm. Stay dry. Stay hydrated. And stay put.
That’s the advice local search and rescue experts give for anyone who becomes lost or injured while hiking. They also suggest that anyone who goes into the woods plans for survival, even if they only expect to be gone for a few hours.
“A [...]

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Reminder – Enter to Win “Birding the Great Lakes Seaway Trail”

The drawing takes place Nov. 20th. Enter now before it’s too late.
Enter to win a FREE copy of “Birding the Great Lakes Seaway Trail” by emailing sue@footprintpress.com. Put “Birding” in the subject, and put your name & email address in the body. I will do a random drawing from submissions and will email the winner [...]

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