EHTPS: June Hike Sched: Miller’s Ground | Napeague Beach | Cedar Pt | Grace Estate | NW Woods | Toddler Hike ….

Tuesdays, 8:30 AM. Maintenance Hikes (1 – 3 miles)

Weather permitting, EHTPS conducts weekly Tuesday morning maintenance hikes, preparing for other hikes on our schedule and keeping as much trail as possible clear and blazed. No experience necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available. Duration: App. 2 hours. For information, ehtps@outlook.com to sign up for the weekly email.

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Wednesday June 10, 2026, at 10 AM. Pest House Walk, Northwest Woods, East Hampton. (1.5 miles). Do you know what a Pest House is? The Lost Settlement at Northwest had a Pest House. Join Lee at the intersection of Bull Path and Swamp Rd. Gentle pace 1.5 miles. Duration: App 90 minutes. 631-375-2339 Hike Day Only.

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Saturday June 13, 2026, at 10 AM. Miller’s Ground, East Hampton (6 miles)

Explore the Miller’s Ground woods, including Toyland, on this rambling hike through the high forested hills at Miller’s Ground, west of Route 114 and north of East Hampton Airport. Hopefully we will catch the mountain laurel in bloom. Along the way, see if you can identify the Sleeping Lion. Meet at the Northwest Path trailhead, on the East Hampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike (Route 114) just south of Edwards Hole Road. Bring snacks, liquids & tick protection. Duration app. 3 hours. Info only: Rick, call or text (631) 275-8539, richardwhalen@optonline.net.

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Wednesday June 17, 2026, at 10 AM. Boys Harbor Erratics Hike. (2 miles)

Do you know where Erratics come from? Join Lee in giving a name to a most unusual one. Meet at the former “Boys Harbor” parking area on Springy Banks Rd. 0.5 miles south of Hands Creek Rd. Gentle pace, 2 miles. Duration 90 minutes to 2 hours. 631-375-2339 Hike Day Only.

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Thursday June 18, 2026, at 10 AM. Toddler Hike, East Hampton. (0.5 miles)

Join us for a relaxed toddler-paced hike along the paved loop trail at Boys and Girls Harbor Park. Enjoy the sunshine, get some morning energy out, and engage in nature play in an informal exploratory group setting. Bring snacks, water, strollers, sun and tick protection. Geared toward toddlers, but all ages are welcome. Caregivers must accompany children. Meet under the pavilion at 180 Springy Banks Rd., East Hampton. Rain or shine. Duration: app 90 minutes. RSVP to Aimee Lusty, 631-903-5238, aimee.lusty@gmail.com.

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Saturday June 20, 2026, at 9 AM. Napeague Beach Hike (3+ miles)

Join us for a tick-free beach hike on Napeague Harbor and Napeague Bay with views of Gardiner’s Island, the Walking Dunes and marshland. You’ll see remnants of what was once an old fish factory. The sand surfaces vary from firm to rocky to soft. Note that due to the tides, this hike will be starting at 9 am, duration app 2 hours. Meet 9 AM at the end of Napeague Harbor Road. Leader: Amy Ruhle, 631-521-3602, amyruhle@optonline.net

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Wednesday June 24, 2026, at 2 PM. A Special Visit with Edwina von Gal: An EHTPS Members Only Experience limited to 25 EHTPS members.

Landscape designer and Perfect Earth founder Edwina Von Gal will give us a private tour of Marshouse, her extraordinary personal gardens. Edwina will tell us about the Perfect Earth mission, and why natural, sustainable gardens have been the focus of her career. We will walk the boardwalk of her 11-acre property into Accabonac Harbor, an indescribable experience. Duration app. 2 hours. Meet 2 PM at 962 Springs Fireplace Rd, Springs. Park in the field just before 962 Springs Fireplace Rd; there will be a sign. RSVP to irwintlevy@gmail.com or text 516-456-1337

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Saturday June 27, 2026, at 10 AM. Northwest Woods/Grace Estate Preserve Loop, East Hampton. (3 miles)

Hike old woodlands cart paths dating back several hundred years to when Northwest Harbor was main port for the town. We’ll hike Whalebone Landing to the beach to enjoy scenic views of Barcelona Point, Mashomack Point, and Cedar Point. Then, walk along beach to the remains of the 1860s Kirk’s Place homestead. We’ll return through birch and oak trees on a section of the regional Paumanok Path route. Meet at the metal gate entrance D to the Grace Estate Preserve, on the west side of Northwest Road, near Scoy Lane, and approximately 1/2 mile north of the Old Northwest Road/Northwest Road intersection. Bring liquids and tick protection. Duration: 90 minutes to 2 hours. Leader: Dave Luce, call or text 917-885-5749 david.luce2013@gmail.com

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Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 10 AM. Cedar Point County Park Bike Ride, East Hampton (25 miles)

Join us for a 25-mile bike ride through the East Hampton/Northwest area through the EHTPS. Ride will include both flat and moderately hilly terrain. When entering the park, take the road to the end and park at the last parking lot which will be on the left side of the road, it is one mile from the entrance of the park. Leaders; Carol and Bill Snee. Please RSVP to carol.snee@gmail.com or 516-551-3384

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Saturday June 27, 2026, from 5 to 7 PM. EHTPS Members Only Summer Soiree at the Art Barge. RSVP to irwintlevy@gmail.com or text 516-456-1337.

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Sunday, June 28, 2026, at 10 AM. Alewife Brook/ Cedar Point Paddle, East Hampton

Paddle through the scenic twists and turns of Alewife Brook into Alewife Pond in Cedar Point Park. We will keep a lookout for osprey, cormorants, heron, egrets and more. Bring your own kayak or paddle board. Meet at the end of Alewife Brook Road, past the entrance to Cedar Point Park. An East Hampton Town parking permit is required. Call if chance of rain. Laurie Adler, 917 653-1463

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