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East Hampton Trails Preservation Society

“…winter has distinctive aromas that I enjoy,

from pine, cedar, yew, damp bark, decaying leaves,

wood smoke and tree resin, to the air itself.”

--Diane Ackerman

Winter walkers have a good variety of trails to enjoy this month, with seven invigorating morning hikes and one in the early afternoon.  For additional information about any of the scheduled hikes, please call .

The next meeting will be held on Groundhog Day, February 2^nd, at 7:30 P.M. in Ashawagh Hall.

February 4, Wednesday 10 A.M. WATERFENCE  (5 miles)

This vigorous hike, a favorite of this hike leader, takes us on the Serpent’s Back Trail and along the shore to the Waterfence overlooking Napeague Bay.  Meet at the Overlook Parking lot off Rt. 27, about 1 mile east of the Old Montauk Highway fork, in Montauk.  Leader: Ed Porco     

February 7, Saturday 10 A.M. NORTHWEST/PAUMANOK PATH (4 miles)

The adopters of this exquisitely tended section of the Paumanok Path will be showing off their trail as they lead the hike.  Meet at the corner of Route 114 and Edward’s Hole Road in East Hampton. 

Leaders:  Helen and Larry Kutash

February 11, Wednesday 1:00 P.M. SEAL  HAUL-OUT TRAIL (2.5 miles)

Come try out the new bridge EHTPS has built to replace the wobbly stepping-stones across the stream on this popular trail.  If conditions are right, we will find seals sunning themselves on the rocks of Block Island Sound.  Dress warmly with proper footgear for the season. Don’t forget binoculars. Meet at Camp Hero Rd in Montauk, a right turn off Rt. 27 about 1 mile east of Deep Hollow Ranch.

Leaders: Ginny and Ed Schmidt 

February 14, Saturday 10 A.M. NORTHWEST RAMBLE  (4 + miles)                               

Bring your Valentine to share the great winter views this trail offers.  We will glimpse Van Scoys pond as we proceed to Kirk’s Place.  From there we will trek along to Five Corners and then to the new Timberlane by-pass, which will take us along the Deb Foster Trail and through Grassy Hollow.  Meet at the schoolhouse plaque about 3/10 of a mile from Alewive Brook Rd intersection. 

Leaders:  Steve and Laurie Tamber 

February 17, Wednesday   10 A.M.  JACOB’S FARM EXERCISE HIKE  (2 OR 4 miles)

Shake off the winter doldrums with this fast-paced, double-loop exercise hike.  We will hike the newly inaugurated trail, and then reverse the trip for the second go-around for those who want the full workout.  Meet on Red Dirt Road in Springs, a few hundred yards east of the intersection with Accabonac Rd.

Leaders:  Laurie and Steve Tamber  .

February 21, Saturday 10 A.M. FRESH POND/BELL ESTATE  (3+ miles)

The hike leader/adopters of this enchanting section of the Paumanok Path will point out several historic sites along the scenic trail.  Meet at Fresh Pond parking lot at the end of Fresh Pond Road in Amagansett. 

Leaders:  Valerie King and David Jones 

February 25, Wednesday 10 A.M. MONEY POND/TURTLE COVE (5 miles)

Capt Kidd allegedly buried his treasure somewhere near Money Pond.  Come help us check it out and complete the loop past Turtle Cove and through the magical Point Woods.  Meet on Camp Hero Rd. off Rt. 27 about 1 mile east of Deep Hollow Ranch in Montauk.

Leader: Ed Porco

February 28, Saturday 10 A.M. MULVIHILL PRESERVE (4 miles)

This trail in Bridgehampton was opened in October; here is another chance for East Hamptoners to hike through this beautiful forest of oak, hickory and beech trees.  The terrain is somewhat hilly. Meet on Brick Kiln Road across from Bridge Hill Lane, 3/10 mile north of Scuttlehole Road, Bridgehampton. 

Leader: Ken Kindler 

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