Hike through History to the Letchworth Village Reservoirs

When: Saturday, September 27, 9 am-12 pm

Where:  The meeting place will be provided with registration

Price: $20/person (Prepaid reservation are required; price includes guided hike and your choice of book about Rockland County history

We will start the day with a hike on paved and woods roads and trails in Harriman State Park to the mountain reservoirs that harnessed Horse Chock Brook to provide water supply to Letchworth Village. Hike leaders Gordon Wren and Tony Benedict will talk about Letchworth, founded by William Pryor Letchworth in 1908 and operated as a New York State custodial institution until it closed in 1996, and point out other historic and scenic spots along the Long Path and Woodtown Road.

For those who choose to extend the day, this special Hike through History will conclude at Krucker’s Picnic Grove in Ladentown, where we’ll enjoy an afternoon of traditional Oktoberfest entertainment and fare. The Oktoberfest admission not included in hike price.

Please note: This round trip hike is rated moderate  and will involve mostly level and gradual uphill grades. Participants must be in good walking shape and wear appropriate hiking boots or shoes. A walking stick is recommended.