26 Anniversary Wild Hike

Dear Neverwinterers, this time we will do our annual Wild hike through one of the best North American trails: Appalachian and Appalachian and Empire State.
We will pass through the Whaley, Willow and Nuclear lakes and multiple rivers, enjoy the beautiful scenery and stop for a picnic at the middle of our journey.
After the hike every participant will receive a complimentary gift.
This is NOT a loop walk!
June 7 (Sunday)
We start at 06:50 AM at Grand Central station!
We suggest getting train tickets in advance though station or MTA train time app.
Detailed plan:
06:50 AM - Meeting at center of Grand Central Terminal (look for a round information kiosk).
07:14 AM - Departure from Grand Central to Appalachian Trail.
09:13 AM - Arriving at Appalachian Trail.
09:20 AM - Meeting rest of the group at Appalachian Trail station.
09:40 AM - Entering the Appalachian trail.
12:30 PM - Entering the Empire state trail.
02:00 PM - Lunch at Whaley lake.
03:00 PM - Returning to the Empire state trail.
06:20 PM - Entering Patterson.
06:46 PM - Taking the train back to Grand Central from Patterson station.
We have 2 meeting points:
1st meeting point - 06:50 AM at the center of Grand Central Terminal (look for a round information kiosk).
2d meeting point - 9:20 AM at Appalachian Trail & MNRR Station.
Please don't come late as the train will NOT wait for you.
*** Some INFO ***
How to get there?
Metro-North train:
Way to: Grand Central to Appalachian Trail & MNRR Station (look for a 07:14 AM train).
Way back: Patterson station to Grand Central (look for 6:46 PM train).
The Above route assumes the transfer at Southeast (tickets include this transfer).
By car: ask a group if someone is driving and can give you a ride.
Total distance about 14 miles (with 3 mph).
Total elevation: 1200ft
"Wild hike" means that you have to scramble through the bushes at least 40% of the time so please consider your abilities to do so!
Do not wear shorts or short sleeves.
Please bring enough water and food for the whole day.
Swimming: at your own risk (organizers will never encourage you to do so).
For the walkie-talkie lovers, we will use frequency: 462.6125 or 462.6375 (Channel 3 and 4).
Map: https://i.ibb.co/1QNSC7t/map.jpg
Google map: https://goo.gl/maps/6Mzo8dKst8eTngky5
We might optimize the route based on weather and other conditions.
FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145
Meetup group: https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d
IG:
Telegram: https://t.me/neverwinterfree
This is not a foodie meetup so NO food stops on the whole trail. Please come prepared for the ride.
Please apply via:
Wechat: cozmo31
LINE: cozmo31
https://www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=286948809
Disclaimer of liability:
By participating in this activity, you agree that organizers are not to be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur before, during or after the event.
We cannot guarantee the space for latecomers.

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