General News: Hudson River Valley Ramble
September 15, 2012
PIPC Hudson River Valley Ramble Events
The Hudson River Valley Ramble celebrates the history, culture and natural resources of the Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area, as well as the amazing landscape, communities, and trails throughout the region. What began as a modest event that was held during one weekend in September, has grown in popularity and in numbers over the years. This year, the Ramble takes place over two weekends in September. Every year participation continues to grow. ‘Ramblers’ come not only from the Hudson Valley region and New York State, but from other regions of the country as well to discover the riches our Valley has to offer.
Bear Mountain State Park: September 22nd at 10 AM (Rain date: 9/23)
ImageFollow the "warpath" the British took in 1777 to attack Forts Clinton and Montgomery. This hike passes through several scenic historic areas of Bear Mountain State Park including the pre-Revolutionary hamlet of Doodletown, a picturesque lake, and up to a stunning Hudson River vista overlooking the Twin Forts. This 7 mile moderate-strenuous hike includes the panorama offered from Perkins' Peak. While you lunch at the overlook, your guide, local historian Larry Menchini of the Save Washington's Lookout Committee and Bear Mountain State Park, will tell about the British naval strategy. Bring lunch and water. Hike begins at 10 AM in Bear Mountain State Park's Parking Lot #2. For information or to register, please call (845) 496-3804.
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site: September 29th at 10 AM
ImageCome discover 1.3 billion years of history as we hike from Fort Montgomery State Historic Site to Trailside Museums and Zoo, talking history, geology, and botany along the ever popular twin forts hiking trail! On this adventure, hikers will see one of only three visible shipwrecks in the Hudson, walk on the original 18th century roadbed that connected Revolutionary War forts Montgomery and Clinton, pass an ancient Native American campsite and identify plants, animals, and rocks along the way. Bring lunch and water. For more information or to register, please call (845) 446-2134.
Sterling Forest State Park: September 29th at 11 AM
ImageThis hike is designed to be enjoyable, yet challenging to the casual hiker. The Fire Tower Ramble is a 4.0-mile hike that begins at the Visitor Center. Along the first part of the journey, you will see historic ruins of an iron mining venture that existed between 1735 and 1923. The hike picks up the west bank of Sterling Lake for a brief segment, which leads to the Fire Tower Connector Trail. During this phase the hiker will experience a 300-foot rise in elevation eventually merging onto the Fire Tower Trail. This old wood road progresses a further 350 feet in elevation reaching the historic Sterling Tower. Hikers will be able to enjoy a scenic view of the surrounding area from the 60-foot lookout. Leaving the Fire Tower hikers will travel northbound on the Sterling Ridge Trail to the Bare Rock Trail. The Bare Rock Trail will provide an enjoyable descent back to Sterling Lake where hikers will complete the loop back to the Visitors Center. Led by Sterling Park Staff. Bring lunch and water. Call (845) 351-5907 to register or for more information.
New Windsor Cantonment State Historic Site: September 29th at 2 PM
Image In celebration of Museum day, New Windsor Cantonment staff perform a military demonstration and fire a cannon at 2 PM. A gallery tour follows the demonstration. From 3:30 PM- 4:30 PM, tour the nearby 1754 Ellison House at Knox's Headquarters. Call (845) 561-1765 extension 22 for more information.
Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site is taking part in the Hudson River Valley Ramble Events for two weekends. The programs offered are free with admission to the Headquarters, where guided tours will be offered all four days.
On Saturday, September 22nd and Sunday, September 23rd, “Strange Medicine: Dental and Medical Practices in the Age of Washington” will be offered to visitors. On Saturday, and Sunday, at 1:00 PM, hear a talk about Revolutionary War medicine. Keep in mind, it’s 18th Century medical practices long before the germ theory, antibiotics and painkillers!!
At 2:00 PM on Saturday, September 22nd and Sunday, September 23rd , the talk will deal with George Washington and dentistry. Are you eager to know what General Washington’s teeth were really made of? If so, come and find out for yourself.
The following weekend, Saturday, September 29th and Sunday, September 30th, the program is entitled “The Officer’s Pride.” At 1:00 PM, hear how Washington effectively utilized dinner invitations to his officers as a means of administering to the needs of the Continental Army. At 2:00 PM, learn what turmoil officers experienced as the Revolutionary War drew to a close. Sit in on this Hudson River Valley Ramble event and discover just what went on when you were a guest of General Washington at Headquarters Newburgh.
The tent for both weekends has been generously provided by Classic Tent and Party Rentals, South Street, Newburgh.
Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site is a registered national historic landmark. It is located at the corner of Liberty and Washington Streets within the city of Newburgh’s East End Historic District. The site is one of 35 historic sites within the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and is one of 28 facilities administered by the Palisades Interstate Park Commission in New York and New Jersey. For further information contact: (845) 562-1195. For more information about New York State Parks, please visit our website at www.nysparks. com.
Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site: September 30th at 1 and 2 PM
Image This is a legendary address that General George Washington made to his officers on March 15, 1783. Find out more about this critical juncture in our nation's early military history. Call (845) 562-1195 for more information.
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