Minnewaska Lake, Ridge, & Valley Hike w/Optional Wine April 12, 2009

Who: Adventure Society
What: Minnewaska Lake, Ridge, & Valley Hike w/Optional Wine Tasting
When: Sunday April 12, 2009
Time: 7:00am - *7:30pm (*Return Time Is Approximate)
Limit: 13 people
Experience: Level II - Intermediate
Where: Transportation from Midtown
Cost: Early Registration Pricing Starts at $55 p.p.
Details: http://www.AdventureSociety.com

Get out and enjoy the fascinating and unique scenery of the Shawangunk Ridge on this Level II+ hike! The hike is approximately 8 miles and includes walking on both carriageways and single-track foot paths. We'll start the hike at the main lake and then we'll hike along the lake toward a scenic mountain ridge. We'll hike down into 2 valleys and up the other side. We'll pass by a hidden entrance to a cave where cold winds blow through at temps 10 - 15 degrees below the outside air temperature! We'll stop to watch as sometimes you'll see bats as they venture partially out!

Then we'll hike out along the ridge which has spectacular views of the valley below! We will move at a moderate pace throughout the day to ensure a cardio workout. The variation of steep hills will ensure you get a good work out in your hips, thighs and buttocks! Bring a set of walking poles or wrist weights to work your upper body. This hike will take approx. 4 1/2+ hours including all breaks.

After the hike we'll head to town for a hearty lunch at a local restaurant. Then we'll stop by a local winery for an optional wine tasting. The winery and vineyard has attracted the attention of wine judges and wine enthusiasts for their varietal wines. They also carry 160 of the best wines from wineries around the state including the Finger Lakes, Hudson Valley, and North Fork regions.
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Join Us For Some of Our Upcoming Activities Including:

* ARCHERY & SUSHI - An Afternoon of Zen – (Sat. March 28th) *SOLD OUT!*

* GUNS & PUB - Test Your Skills & Win Prizes! – (Sun. March 29th) *SOLD OUT!*

* Spring Bike Ride through the Country w/Optional Wine Tasting – (Sat. April 4th) ***ONLY 6 SPACES AVAILABLE!***

* Spring Horseback Ride w/Optional Wine Tasting & Bocce – (Sun. April 5th) ***ONLY 7 SPACES AVAILABLE!***

* Spring ATV 4-Wheeling w/Optional Beer Tasting – (Sat. April 11th) *SOLD OUT!*

* Minnewaska Lake, Ridge, & Valley Hike w/Optional Wine Tasting – (Sun. April 12th)

* Spring Bike Ride through the Country w/Riverside Lunch – (Sat. April 18th) ***ONLY 6 SPACES AVAILABLE!***

* Spring Mountain Horseback Ride w/Optional Wine Tasting – (Sun. April 19th)

* Delaware Water Gap Hike w/Optional Beer Tasting (Sat. April 25th) -

* Spring ATV 4-Wheeling w/Optional Beer Tasting – (Sat. May 2nd)

* Mountain Horseback Ride w/Optional Wine Tasting & Bocce – (Sun. May 3rd)

* Spring Bike Ride through the Country w/Optional Wine Tasting – (Sat. May 9th)

* Minnewaska River, Lake, and Ridge Hike – (Sun. May 10th)

* Rock Climbing, Rappelling & Caving in the Gunks – (Sat. May 16th)

* Tandem Hang Gliding w/Optional Wine Tasting & Bocce – (Sun. May 17th)

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To find out more about upcoming trips and activities visit - http://www.adventuresociety.com where you can also sign up for our weekly activity newsletter!
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Adventure Society is a NYC based social organization and tour operator comprised of singles and couples who enjoy unique travel, varying levels of outdoor activities and city social events. We are dedicated to offering New Yorkers access to an active, healthy, social lifestyle through our trips, activities and social events. A.S. was founded as the first organization of its kind in the city and is the only fully licensed and insured company of its kind in the city.
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Official Website: http://www.adventuresociety.com