Fall Foliage EZ Hike/Culinary Institute Cafeteria Lunch/Winery & Orchard

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  • 10/26/2024
    9:30 am - 5:50 pm

Enjoy the final peak Fall foliage weekend in The Hudson Valley! The forecast says there is going to be amazing Fall weather this weekend!  The Mt Rutsen Loop at Ferncliff Forest is an easy 2 mile loop highlighted by the climb up the fire tower for spectacular 360 degree views of the valley and the Catskill Mountains. We enjoy lunch at The Cafeteria at The Culinary Institute of America a visit to a local winery and a trip to a local orchard for fresh apples, apple cider and cider donuts!

Hike Leader: Dave Cervini

What to expect from the Mt Rutsen Ferncliff Forest Fire Tower Loop Hike:

  • You will take the 9:31am Metro-North train to Poughkeepsie (or you can drive to meet the group at the station at 11:39am).
  • Your guide will pick you up and drive you to Ferncliff Forest for the hike (2 miles/1 hour).
  • After the hike we will head over to The Culinary Institute of America’s Cafeteria for lunch.
  • After lunch we will visit The Red Maple Vineyard for samples of their wine, craft beers and hard cider (optional)
  • From there we will stop by a local orchard/farm stand for some goodies to bring home.
  • You will be back on the 5:52pm train at the latest.

Cost:

$125 – General Admission / $115 Lifetime VIP

Included: Transportation to and from Poughkeepsie train station and to all attractions.  Hike & Guide fees.  Lunch. (one entrée and soft drink) wine samples at winery.

Not included: Since not everyone will be taking the train, train fare is not included.

About the hike:

This is a level 2-3 hike out of 10.  It is about 2 miles.  There are rocks and roots on the path in some places and there will be leaves on the ground that may make it a little slippery.  There are spectacular views from the top of the fire tower of the valley and the Catskill Mountains in the distance.  It is almost 100% under the cover of the trees.

Can I come alone? Yes, most guests do! It’s a great way to meet new people.

Dress Code:  Dress for the weather.  Hiking shoes strongly recommended. Sneakers are okay, too.

Ages: 21+

Questions? Email Dave Cervini at dave@newyorksocialnetwork.com or call 212.873.2256, M-F 10am to 4pm.

Nonrefundable unless canceled.

 

 

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