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A gentle hiking guide to the region's natural areas.
From ancient Brace Mountain in Taconic State Park in the north to the historically rich Hudson Highlands in the south, renowned naturalist Peggy Turco guides walkers and hikers on more than 35 naturally and historically rich walks throughout the eastern shore of the Hudson Valley.
This second edition provides up-to-date listings and descriptions of all the new and exciting natural and historic areas with trails to walk and explore. Includes the Hudson Highlands; the newly expanded Fahnestock State Park, now the fifth largest park in the state; the mansions and estates of Millionaire's Row along the Hudson River's bank; the secret spots of the Harlem Valley; and all the parks of the inland hills, including two new state forests. The trails described here also include access directions, easy-to-read maps, mileage and time, clear trail directions, natural highlights, and regional history. 30 black & white photographs, 38 maps, index.
About the Author
Peggy Turco has worked throughout the Hudson Valley as a freelance naturalist for more than 25 years and has lectured widely on the region's ecology and Native American heritage. She is a licensed wildlife rehabilitator and enjoys hiking and canoeing. She is also the author of Walks & Rambles in the Western Hudson Valley and co-authored the second edition of Walks & Rambles in Westchester and Fairfield Counties. She lives in Wappingers Falls, New York.
Weekend Walks in Dutchess & Putnam Counties: A Guide to History & Nature in the Eastern Hudson Valley, Second Edition,Peggy Turco,Countryman Press,0881506230,Hiking,Travel,Travel - United States,Travel Guides - U.S.,United States - Mid Atlantic - New York,United States - Northeast - Middle Atlantic (General),Walking,New York,Travel & holiday guides
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