Activities Calendar

Hikes, Presentations & Meetings

All EHTPS Activities are free and open to the public and do not require a reservation, unless otherwise noted.

EHTPS invites our membership to become more involved. Are you interested in working with our Board of Directors? Becoming a hike/activity leader? EHTPS has some great things planned; come be a part of it! Please reach out to Irwin Levy with any questions. Call/text 516-456-1337 or irwintlevy@gmail.com

Historic Montauk - Hike from First House to Second House
Oct
17

Historic Montauk - Hike from First House to Second House

Distance: 5 miles
Level: Moderate pace

The Long Island Greenbelt Trail Conference, joining with the East Hampton Trails Preservation Society, honors America on our nation's 250th Anniversary with a hike linking Montauk's historic cattle keeper's houses. We will hike from the site of First House to Second House through Hither Woods, passing Split Rock, the Devil's Cradle, Ram Level, and Panorama. Donations to defray busing expenses would be appreciated. Bring snacks and liquids. Hike end time is approximate. Refreshments will be provided after the hike. App. duration is 3.5 hours.

Meet at 10:00 AM at the parking lot for Kirk Park Beach, south side of Route 27 in downtown Montauk. We will bus to the hike start point.

Info: Questions to richardwhalen@optonline.net or 631-275-8539. Pre-registration: historicmontaukhike.eventbrite.com

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Historic Montauk - Hike from Second House to Third House
Oct
18

Historic Montauk - Hike from Second House to Third House

  • Montauk County Park (Third House Nature Center) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Distance: 5 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Continue our historic Montauk hike from Second House to Third House, following the old Montauk Highway and exploring local history along the way. We will visit the Old Stone Wall and Steppingstones Pond. A bus will be provided; donations and snacks are welcome. Duration: approximately 3.5 hours.

Meet: 10 AM at Montauk County Park (Third House Nature Center), on the north side of Route 27 about 2,000 feet east of East Lake Drive.

Info: Richard Whalen, rw@preservationlaw.com, 631-275-3537. Pre-registration is required: https://historicmontaukhike.eventbrite.com

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Trail Maintenance Hike
Oct
20

Trail Maintenance Hike

Distance: 1 - 3 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Weather permitting, EHTPS conducts weekly Tuesday morning maintenance hikes, preparing for other hikes on our schedule and keeping as much trail as possible clear and blazed. No experience necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available. Duration: App. 2 hours.

For information, ehtrailspreservationsociety@gmail.com to sign up for the weekly email.

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Hither Woods, Montauk
Oct
24

Hither Woods, Montauk

Distance: 3 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Join us for a Montauk hike through Elisha's Valley, along the Old Tar Road, and the Oceanview Trail. Bring tick protection. Duration: app. 2 hours.

Meet at 10 AM at the Hither Woods Overlook, Montauk.

Leader: Eliza Lansdale, 917-734-7512 lizor@aol.com

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22nd Annual Sammy's Beach Poetry Hike
Oct
25

22nd Annual Sammy's Beach Poetry Hike

Distance: 2 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Join us for the 22nd Annual Sammy's Beach Poetry Hike. Bring your own poem to share, or simply come to enjoy the walk and the poetry.

Meet: 10 AM at the end of Sammy's Beach Road. A Town of East Hampton parking permit is required.

Leader: Laurie Adler, 917-653-1463

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Trail Maintenance Hike
Oct
27

Trail Maintenance Hike

Distance: 1 - 3 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Weather permitting, EHTPS conducts weekly Tuesday morning maintenance hikes, preparing for other hikes on our schedule and keeping as much trail as possible clear and blazed. No experience necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available. Duration: App. 2 hours.

For information, ehtrailspreservationsociety@gmail.com to sign up for the weekly email.

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Napeague State Park, Amagansett
Oct
31

Napeague State Park, Amagansett

Distance: 2.5 miles
Level: Relaxed pace

Explore the varied terrain and beautiful fall scenery of Napeague State Park in Amagansett.

Meet: 10 AM at the Napeague State Park parking lot on Cranberry Hole Road, across from Napeague Meadow Road.

Leader: Amy Ruhle, 631-521-3602, amyruhle@optonline.net

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Trail Maintenance Hike
Oct
13

Trail Maintenance Hike

Distance: 1 - 3 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Weather permitting, EHTPS conducts weekly Tuesday morning maintenance hikes, preparing for other hikes on our schedule and keeping as much trail as possible clear and blazed. No experience necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available. Duration: App. 2 hours.

For information, ehtrailspreservationsociety@gmail.com to sign up for the weekly email.

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Central Park Ramble, NYC
Oct
11

Central Park Ramble, NYC

  • Northeast corner of 72nd Street and Central Park West (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Distance: 2 miles
Level: Moderate pace

EHTPS takes Manhattan! Following our successful spring tramp through Central Park's North Woods, this stroll will explore the park's 38-acre Ramble. Starting from Central Park West, we will walk to Bethesda Terrace, cross the Bow Bridge, and then meander through the paths of the Ramble, crossing rustic stone and wooden bridges and looking for birds. According to Wikipedia, more than 20 species of warblers alone have been spotted during the fall migration. Duration: App. 2 hours.

Meet at 10 AM on the northeast corner of 72nd Street and Central Park West. We will finish at the same spot.

Leader: Peter Coy, 201-790-5725, petercoy@verizon.net.

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Long Pond Greenbelt Celebration
Oct
10

Long Pond Greenbelt Celebration

Distance: N/A
Level: N/A

EHTPS is invited to a celebration sponsored by the Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt, Peconic Land Trust, and South Fork Natural History Museum. (This is NOT an EHTPS sponsored event). As in years past, the Celebration will include a variety of programs, including guided trail walks, a “Meet the Animals” program, face painting, environmental craft stations and free refreshments and ice cream. Children and grandchildren are welcome; the event runs to 1 PM.

Meet at 10 AM at Vineyard Field, behind the South Fork Natural History Museum, Bridgehampton.

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Trail Maintenance Hike
Oct
6

Trail Maintenance Hike

Distance: 1 - 3 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Weather permitting, EHTPS conducts weekly Tuesday morning maintenance hikes, preparing for other hikes on our schedule and keeping as much trail as possible clear and blazed. No experience necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available. Duration: App. 2 hours.

For information, ehtrailspreservationsociety@gmail.com to sign up for the weekly email.

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Barcelona Neck Hike
Oct
4

Barcelona Neck Hike

Distance: 3 miles
Level: Moderate pace

In collaboration with the Southampton Trails Preservation Society, join STPS President Miles Robert for this moderately paced 3.1 mile hike along the Linda Gronlund trail loop in Linda Gronlund Memorial Nature Preserve. Beautiful views of Sag Harbor Bay, Northwest Creek, Barcelona Point and more. Bring tick protection. Expected duration: App. 2 hours.

Take Barcelona Neck Road off of Route 114 (aka East Hampton/Sag Harbor Turnpike), Sag Harbor. Drive half a mile along Barcelona Neck Road and meet in the Sag Harbor Golf Club parking lot next to the golf club building.

Leader: Miles Robert rmrgeneral@gmail.com.

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Hither Woods, Montauk
Oct
3

Hither Woods, Montauk

Distance: 3 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Join us for a Montauk hike through Elisha's Valley, along the Old Tar Road, and the Oceanview Trail. Bring tick protection. Duration: app. 2 hours.

Meet at 10 AM at the Hither Woods Overlook, Montauk.

Leader: Eliza Lansdale, 917-734-7512 lizor@aol.com

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Trail Maintenance Hike
Sep
29

Trail Maintenance Hike

Distance: 1 - 3 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Weather permitting, EHTPS conducts weekly Tuesday morning maintenance hikes, preparing for other hikes on our schedule and keeping as much trail as possible clear and blazed. No experience necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available. Duration: App. 2 hours.

For information, ehtps@outlook.com to sign up for the weekly email.

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Block Island Sound Beach Walk, Montauk
Sep
26

Block Island Sound Beach Walk, Montauk

Distance: 4 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Join us for a tick-free (yes, it is still tick season) bay beach walk along Block Island Sound. It is a lovely but challenging beach with gravel rocks, soft sand, and typically an uneven surface. On a clear day you can see Fisher's Island, the Rhode Island mainland and Block Island. Because it is an out-and-back beach walk, you may walk at your own pace as well as shorten or lengthen the distance.

Meet at Gin Beach, at the end of East Lake Drive off of Rt. 27, several miles east of Montauk Village. (It's the next left turn east of South Lake Drive.) Duration: app. 2 hours. Town of East Hampton beach parking permit required.

Leader: Amy Ruhle, 631-521-3602, amyruhle@optonline.net.

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Alewives, East Hampton
Sep
23

Alewives, East Hampton

Distance: 1.5 miles
Level: Easy pace

Alewives are fish that breed in fresh water. Come take a walk with Lee and learn all about them.

Meet at the School House plaque, one quarter mile west of Alewife Brook Rd. and Northwest Rd. Bring tick protection. Duration: app. 90 minutes, easy pace.

Leader: Lee Dion, 631-375-2339, hike day only.

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Trail Maintenance Hike
Sep
22

Trail Maintenance Hike

Distance: 1 - 3 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Weather permitting, EHTPS conducts weekly Tuesday morning maintenance hikes, preparing for other hikes on our schedule and keeping as much trail as possible clear and blazed. No experience necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available. Duration: App. 2 hours.

For information, ehtps@outlook.com to sign up for the weekly email.

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Grace Estate Historic Hike
Sep
19

Grace Estate Historic Hike

Distance: 5 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Learn about the history of East Hampton's Northwest Woods, site of the Deserted Village of Northwest. We'll be hiking in the Grassy Hollow Preserve, as well as the Grace Estate. We will visit the Van Scoy graveyard and historic site and Kirk's Place on the shore of Northwest Harbor.

Meet at the Northwest Schoolhouse plaque, Northwest Road, 1/4 mile south of Alewife Brook Road. Bring snacks, liquids and tick protection. Duration: App. 3 hours.

Info: Rick, call or text (631) 275-8539, richardwhalen@optonline.net.

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South Fork to North Fork Bike Ride
Sep
19

South Fork to North Fork Bike Ride

Distance: 20-25 miles
Level: Moderate pace

The ride will cover a trip across Shelter Island to the North Ferry to Greenport to Oyster Ponds and back to North Haven. Bring ferry fare for both ferries.

Meet at 10 AM at the North Haven Village Hall at 335 Ferry Road, North Haven.

Leader: Larry Taylor, 516-443-9111, letaylor8170@gmail.com.

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The Ladies Village Improvement Society of East Hampton
Sep
17

The Ladies Village Improvement Society of East Hampton

Distance: 1.75 miles
Level: Easy pace

The LVIS is a true community treasure enhancing the beauty of East Hampton in countless ways. Join this walk and tour of two of their iconic sites: the grounds of their Main Street property, including the newly renovated sunken garden, followed by a walk through town to the Village Nature Trail and Wildlife Sanctuary - ending at the duck pond. At each location we will be met by the chair of the respective LVIS committee for a detailed discussion of their efforts at these locations.  Duration: app. 2 hours. 

Park in the long term parking lot and meet at 9:45 AM at the front door of LVIS headquarters 95 Main Street, East Hampton. 

Leaders: Marian Zucker, marianzucker@gmail.com 917-561-5535 and Jackie Wilson, jackiemumsiewilson@gmail.com 631-644-5437

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Trail Maintenance Hike
Sep
15

Trail Maintenance Hike

Distance: 1 - 3 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Weather permitting, EHTPS conducts weekly Tuesday morning maintenance hikes, preparing for other hikes on our schedule and keeping as much trail as possible clear and blazed. No experience necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available. Duration: App. 2 hours.

For information, ehtps@outlook.com to sign up for the weekly email.

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Hither Woods, Montauk
Sep
12

Hither Woods, Montauk

Distance: 3 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Join us for a Montauk hike through Elisha's Valley, along the Old Tar Road, and the Oceanview Trail. Bring tick protection. Duration: app. 2 hours.

Meet at 9 AM at the Hither Woods Overlook, Montauk.

Leader: Eliza Lansdale, 917-734-7512 lizor@aol.com

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The Walking Dunes, Amagansett
Sep
9

The Walking Dunes, Amagansett

Distance: 1.5 miles
Level: Easy pace

Learn about the most interesting, fascinating and diverse place in all of Eastern Long Island. Walk with Lee, 1.5 miles, easy pace. Bring tick protection. Duration: app. 90 minutes.

Meet at the end of Napeague Harbor Rd., not Napeague Meadow Rd.

Info: 631-375-2339, hike day only.

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Trail Maintenance Hike
Sep
8

Trail Maintenance Hike

Distance: 1 - 3 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Weather permitting, EHTPS conducts weekly Tuesday morning maintenance hikes, preparing for other hikes on our schedule and keeping as much trail as possible clear and blazed. No experience necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available. Duration: App. 2 hours.

For information, ehtps@outlook.com to sign up for the weekly email.

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Kids and Grandkids Walk
Sep
5

Kids and Grandkids Walk

Distance: Under 1 mile
Level: Easy pace

Baby strollers, tricycles, wheelchairs and other wheeled vehicles are more than welcome on this smoothly paved circuit of Buckskill Meadow Preserve. We will learn about leaves, rocks, worms that we spot along the way. We'll pass the spooky Pine Graveyard, where hundreds of white pines have fallen. Bring bottles of water and/or sippy cups.

Meet at 10 AM in the Buckskill Meadow Preserve parking lot, 148 Buckskill Road, East Hampton. Duration: App. 45 minutes.

Leader: Peter Coy, 201-790-5725, petercoy@verizon.net.

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The Sea Spray Inn, East Hampton
Sep
3

The Sea Spray Inn, East Hampton

Distance: 4 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Off a secluded path near Main Beach once stood the Sea Spray Inn, a grand, rambling symbol of summer, until a February 1978 fire burned it to the ground. The Sea Spray was a private home, then an Inn on Main Street, then moved to the dunes in 1902 as a private home before reopening as a hotel. We'll talk about all that and more, on the site where the Sea Spray Cottages remain.

Meet at 10 AM at Lumber Lane parking lot 1, East Hampton. Duration: App. 2 hours.

Leader: Irwin Levy, irwintlevy@gmail.com, or text 516-456-1337.

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The Promised Land, Amagansett
Sep
2

The Promised Land, Amagansett

  • Cranberry Hole Road and Napeague Meadow Road (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Distance: 2.5 miles
Level: Gentle pace

Come to the Promised Land. Walk with Lee, the last person hired by the Smith Meal Fish Co.

Meet at the parking area, intersection of Cranberry Hole Rd. and Napeague Meadow Rd. Bring tick protection. Duration: app. 2 hours.

Info: 631-375-2339, hike day only.

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Trail Maintenance Hike
Sep
1

Trail Maintenance Hike

Distance: 1 - 3 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Weather permitting, EHTPS conducts weekly Tuesday morning maintenance hikes, preparing for other hikes on our schedule and keeping as much trail as possible clear and blazed. No experience necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available. Duration: App. 2 hours.

For information, ehtps@outlook.com to sign up for the weekly email.

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Camp Hero Hike, Montauk
Aug
29

Camp Hero Hike, Montauk

Distance: 4 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Beat the summer heat with a stroll through the former Camp Hero, and along the breezy coastline just west of Montauk Point. Much of this hike will be on paved roads within what was a major American military base from 1942 to 1981, but you will enjoy it nonetheless.

Meet at the Point Woods trailhead, roadside parking on Camp Hero Road, Montauk. Note early start time, duration app. 2 hours. Bring liquids & tick protection.

Info only, Rick, 631-275-8539, richardwhalen@optonline.net

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Trail Maintenance Hike
Aug
25

Trail Maintenance Hike

Distance: 1-3 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Weather permitting, EHTPS conducts weekly Tuesday morning maintenance hikes, preparing for other hikes on our schedule and keeping as much trail as possible clear and blazed. No experience necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available. Duration: App. 2 hours.

For information, ehtps@outlook.com to sign up for the weekly email.

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East Hampton Village South
Aug
20

East Hampton Village South

Distance: 3+ miles
Level: Moderate pace

More from the “As Good as It Gets” series. Join us on a 3+ mile round trip road hike through the Eastern Plain of the village estate section. We’ll discuss the evolution of East Hampton from the farms of the early settlers to its transition into a summer colony. Explore the Egypt Lane historic district, the Village Nature Trail, and enjoy sweeping views of the Maidstone Club, Hook Pond, and the Atlantic at Egypt Beach. Duration: App. 90 minutes.

Meet at 10 AM on the north side of Pantigo Road near Bostwick’s, opposite Cross Highway. Leader: Irwin Levy, 516-456-1337 or irwintlevy@gmail.com.

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Bunkers to Bonkers, From Margarine to Lipstick, Amagansett
Aug
19

Bunkers to Bonkers, From Margarine to Lipstick, Amagansett

Distance: 2.5 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Walk with Lee and learn about the once thriving Menhaden fish industry here. Duration: App. 2 hours.

Meet at the parking lot, intersection of Cranberry Hole Rd. and Napeague Meadow Rd., Amagansett. 2.5 miles, easy pace. 631-375-2339, Hike day only

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Trail Maintenance Hike  (Copy)
Aug
18

Trail Maintenance Hike (Copy)

Distance: 1-3 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Weather permitting, EHTPS conducts weekly Tuesday morning maintenance hikes, preparing for other hikes on our schedule and keeping as much trail as possible clear and blazed. No experience necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available. Duration: App. 2 hours.

For information, ehtps@outlook.com to sign up for the weekly email.

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Shelter Island Bike Ride
Aug
15

Shelter Island Bike Ride

Distance: 20+ miles
Level: Moderate pace

Join us on Saturday, August 15 for a 20+ mile bike ride on Shelter Island with a stop at Mashomack Preserve Visitors Center. Other highlights include Rams Head and Dering Harbor.

Meet at 10 am at South Ferry. Bike leaders: Lois Peltz and Jerry Brown.

RSVP to lois@peltzinternational.com Day of Ride: Jerry 917-747-0885. Van support provided by Jerry.

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Hither Woods, Montauk
Aug
15

Hither Woods, Montauk

Distance: 3 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Join us for a Montauk hike through Elisha's Valley, along the Old Tar Road, and the Oceanview Trail. Bring tick protection. Duration: app. 2 hours.

Meet at 9 AM at the Hither Woods Overlook, Montauk.

Leader: Eliza Lansdale, 917-734-7512 lizor@aol.com

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Lob Tree Hike, East Hampton
Aug
12

Lob Tree Hike, East Hampton

Distance: 2 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Do you know what a Lob tree is? There are only a few left standing in the Town of East Hampton. Walk with Lee.

Meet at the former "Boys Harbor" parking area on Springy Banks Rd. 0.5 miles south of Hands Creek Rd. Bring tick protection. Duration: app. 90 minutes, gentle pace. 631-375-2339 Hike Day Only

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Trail Maintenance Hike
Aug
11

Trail Maintenance Hike

Distance: 1-3 miles
Level: Moderate pace

Weather permitting, EHTPS conducts weekly Tuesday morning maintenance hikes, preparing for other hikes on our schedule and keeping as much trail as possible clear and blazed. No experience necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available. Duration: App. 2 hours.

For information, ehtps@outlook.com to sign up for the weekly email.

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