Who’s down for a magical fall hike?
About the hike: (Easy/Beginner) We’re headed to the Cornish Estate Trail near Cold Spring, NY which is a popular hike because of “the ruins of a grand old estate built by Edward Cornish, the president of the National Lead Company until 1938. Back then there was a mansion, swimming pool, and formal gardens -- think The Great Gatsby goes upstate. The estate was destroyed by fire but you can still see intact fireplaces, arched windows, and staircases among the foliage, like a cautionary tale for renters insurance.” H/t to Thrillist for the enticing description. Bring your camera too if you like to take photos.
Mood: With the New Moon underway, it seems only right to take a step back and go on a chill hike. The energy that comes with a new cycle can be a bit tiring but the fall foliage is only around for so long. So, let’s get it.
Distance: 1.8 miles
Transportation: Take the Metro-North Hudson Line from Grand Central Terminal and stop at Cold Spring. Follow signs to the trailhead. Or, drive there. I’ll email the exact meetup spot 3 days prior.
Breakdown:
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM: Welcome/Smudging/Introductions
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Hike in
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM: Snacks & Rest/Guided journaling session
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM: Hike back/Closing circle
Includes:
- Guided hike by yours truly
- Energy cleanse with sage
- Mini Reclama hiking journal
Important updates: If you’ve come to other hikes you know we could be a group of 5 or 25 BUT because Covid-19 (see more updates below), there’ll be no more than 10-12 people per hike to give us ample room to be socially distant.
Must wear face masks (and wear them properly)
Must stay 6 feet apart
Must be in good health
Must be okay with getting their temperature checked via our handy forehead thermometer
Bring your own snacks and water. I’ll be sending out an email 3 days prior and then the night before all with information on how to prep, what to pack, and more.
Refunds are not available but you can transfer your ticket to someone else. If it rains, the hike will be rescheduled for the following day.