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Hike through History: Harriman State Park

Saturday, October 26, 2024 (rain date: Sunday, October 27)

The Historical Society of Rockland Count Invites You to Join Us for a

Hike through History along the

Suffern Bear Mountain Trail

with Gordon Wren and Tony Benedict

When:

Saturday, October 26, 2024, 9:30 am-2 pm (rain date: Sunday, October 27)

Where:

The meeting place will be provided with your confirmed reservation

Price:

$25/person (Prepaid reservation are required; price includes guided hike and your choice of book about Rockland County history)

This hike through history along part of the Suffern-Bear Mountain Trail, led by Gordon Wren and Tony Benedict, will visit the ruins of ORAK, a mansion built in 1923 for George Buchanan, a vice president of the Corn Products Refining Company, maker of Karo Corn Syrup. We’ll also visit the Jackie Jones fire tower; the crash site of Northwest Airlines Flight 6231, memorialized with an HSRC historical marker; and more.
 
Hikers should bring their lunch, which we anticipate having at one of the historic lean-tos along the trail.


Please note: The hike (round trip) is rated strenuous and will include difficult and steep terrain. Participants must be in good hiking shape and wear sturdy hiking boots or shoes. A walking stick is recommended. Bring water and lunch to eat at one of the historic trail lean-tos.


THIS HIKE WILL FILL QUICKLY. RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!

To reserve your seat, click on the Brown Paper Tickets logo:

Or download and fill out the PDF form below and return it, with payment, by September 13, 2024, to HSRC, 20 Zukor Road, New City, NY 10956

2024 Harriman Hike through History Registration PDF

Or call us at (845) 634-9629 (Wed.-Fri., 10 am-5pm) to reserve with a credit card by phone.

 

Cancellation policy: Refunds can be given only if your space can be filled prior to the hike. A waiting list will be compiled, and available spaces will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Only those who have made full payment can be accommodated.

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