APEC Hikers is a Hiking Club program for adults of Alley Pond Environmental Center. We go for evening walks on a weekly basis during the nice weather.
We enjoy monthly outings that our volunteer leaders plan. Our planning meetings occur monthly at APEC While our activities are currently suspended due to COVID restrictions, you are pointed to the activities sponsored by Alley Pond Environmental Center and NYC Parks for Alley Pond Park. Our Hiking Club supports APEC by helping to maintain its trails and other operations, and to provide fellowship,
04/17/2026
The Story Behind “Silent Spring”: How Rachel Carson’s Countercultural Courage Catalyzed the Environmental Movement “It is, in the deepest sense, a privilege as well as a duty to have the opportunity to speak out — to many thousands of people — on something so important.”
04/17/2026
Don’t forget to visit Taconic State Park during the week of Earth Day. Instead of a day we are celebrating all week with a challenge activity. Get outside, have some fun, and learn about going green. Stop into the Copake Falls Park Office to pick up your own activity sheet to complete.
03/20/2026
Tick Bite Prevention Tip 1:
Don’t forget, ticks can be active on any days warmer than about 40֯ F. While enjoying the outdoors, remember that ticks can be active anywhere in your yard, trails, parks, and areas with wooded edges, brush, leaf litter. Always check yourself from head to toe for ticks after spending time outdoors.
09/28/2025
East Hampton oasis.
07/14/2025
Just like bringing sunscreen and water, knowing how to ward off ticks is a crucial part of preparing for your park visits. State Parks' Central Region biologist recently shared how making a few pre-trip packing and attire decisions can help you avoid these unwelcome and dangerous stowaways. Learn how you beat the bite: https://loom.ly/DrrHVPM
06/30/2025
Dutchess Tourism Zen Finder Dutchess Tourism Zen Finder
06/30/2025
Attention, Hudson Valley hikers! A reminder that Breakneck Ridge and Wilkinson Memorial trailheads are closed as work has begun on the Breakneck Connector and Bridge. You can find alternate hikes, project info and updates at https://loom.ly/jBz6Tc4.
06/22/2025
A Beginner’s Guide to Hiking, Through A Mindfulness Lens Looking for a simple, affordable way to get outside, move your body, and clear your mind? Hiking might be just what you need—and there’s no better place to begin than New York State’s vast network …
02/06/2025
https://dec.ny.gov/things-to-do/watchable-wildlife/sites/ridge-conservation-area
Ridge, NY out near Brookhaven
Ridge Conservation Area The Ridge Conservation Area is a mix of wooded and open habitats and has four acres of fishable ponds. With the abundance of wildlife that make their homes here, visitors are bound to see birds and other animals. Bring a picnic and enjoy the walking trails.
05/28/2024
Best Hiking Trails on Long Island | Discover Long Island Long Island has more than 200 miles of gorgeous hiking trails, ranging from coastland to pine land.