Hike for Young Professionals May 8, 2010

http://www.njyp.org/events/hike-giant-stairs-along-the

Join us as we take on one of the most challenging and beautiful hikes along the Hudson River! “This loop hike descends the Palisades cliffs, follows a challenging, rocky path along the Hudson River, passes a scenic waterfall, and climbs to reach a panoramic viewpoint over the river.” You will certainly earn the majestic views taken in as well as the post-hike lunch (optional).

Specs:
Time 4.5 hours
Difficulty Strenuous
Length 4.5 miles

Register for Hike: Giant Stairs Along the Hudson in Alpine, NJ on Eventbrite
RSVP (to the right) and we will let you know when tix are almost gone, when prices are going up, if there are any changes, etc.

Member Cost:
$5 for the first 5 to buy a ticket
$10 for the next 16-25 to buy a ticket
$20 at the door (so please register online)

Non-Member Cost:
$20 online and at the door

Sweeper:
If the group size is large we are going to look for a volunteer to act as a sweeper. Sweepers will walk at the end of the hike line and will make sure the group stays together.

Hike Leader:
Noah will be leading this hike. Noah will not be waiting for late people. In fairness to those who arrive on time, the hike will start on time.

What to bring:
Hiking boots are strongly recommended and 2 liters of water is required. Hiking boots will help you tackle the rocks we will be climbing over.

Inclement Weather:
Heavy precipitation will cancel this hike but drizzle may not. Please check your inbox for updates and the NJYP.org calendar. Tickets will be refunded.

Directions:
Take the Palisades Interstate Park north from the George Washington Bridge. Continue for 1.7 miles beyond Exit 2, and turn right at a sign for the State Line Lookout. Follow the access road for about half a mile until it ends at a large parking lot near the lookout. (If you are coming from the north on the Parkway, bear left just beyond Exit 3 and follow the signs for the lookout).

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