Join Marv Freedman on this tour of the Dry Brook Ridge (3465’) with beautiful views. This moderately-paced (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed), 12.5-mile hike is rated as difficult and is expected to take 10 hours. Hikers should bring plenty of water/ sports drink, lunch/ snacks, proper clothing/ layers, rain gear, insect repellent, sunscreen, a headlamp and batteries; and hiking poles are recommended.

The event is limited to 12 registrants and registration is required by May 16. To register, contact event leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com Please include your cell phone number when you register. Dogs are permitted only with the permission of the event leader.

To reach the Huckleberry Brook Trailhead from the east, take State Route 28/30 1.9 mi. miles west from Fair St. Margaretville and turn left (across from the stone schoolhouse).   From the west, take State Route 28/30 east 1.2 miles from the junction of State Routes 28 & 30 at Dunraven and turn right.  Following the signs for the Huckleberry Loop, turn left. In a short distance at the top of the hill, turn right onto Huckleberry Brook Road; then in one-third of a mile, stay to the right and the trailhead is 1.25 miles on the left, right next to the road.

GPS Coordinates of trailhead: 42.11281, -74.65129

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ry8TrpZEPTKJAuLx5

Additional Information: Meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about four days before the hike. (Poor weather will postpone the hike.)