Calendar
of Events
Palisades Interstate Park—NJ Section
“Calendar of Events” page was last
updated Wednesday, September 01, 2010.
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Unless otherwise noted, advanced registration is not required to attend programs.
Upcoming programs that do require advanced registration:
State Line Fall Hawk Watch
Volunteer training workshop: Sun., Sep. 5
“The Giant Stairs” guided hike with Christina Fehre, Sat., Oct. 16, meeting at 10 am. For experienced hikers only! To register: 201 768-1360 ext. 107
We are pleased to be a partner in the Nature Program Cooperative—click for more information.
Ongoing throughout September: State Line Hawk Watch (click for more information)
Saturday, September 4
“Forest View” Guided hike with Colin Keegan. Meet 10 am at State Line Lookout in Alpine (northbound PIP opposite Exit 3). About 7.5 mi., 4 hrs., moderate+ (click for a partial hike description). Free. For more information: 201 768-1360 ext. 107.
Sunday, September 5
Volunteer Training Workshop Training workshop for Captain/Recorders for fall hawk watch. 10–11:30 am at State Line Lookout in Alpine (northbound PIP opposite Exit 3). Click for more information. Advanced registration required: 201 768-1360 ext. 107.Saturday, September 11
“Wildflower Walk: Forest View to State Line”Nature hike with Nancy Slowik. Meet 10 am at the Forest View trailhead in Alpine (U.S. Route 9W at the pedestrian bridge over the PIP opposite Boy Scout Camp Alpine). About 4 mi., 2 hrs., moderate (click for a partial hike description). Free. For more information: 201 768-1360.
Saturday, September 18
“Closter Landing + Greenbrook Falls” Guided hike with Christina Fehre. Meet 10 am at the entrance to Alpine Boat Basin & Picnic Area (PIP Exit 2). About 6 mi., 3.5 hrs., moderate (click for a partial hike description). Free. For more information: 201 768-1360 ext. 107.
Sunday, September 19
Trail Run—“The Women’s Monument” Guided trail run with Dave Rosen & Lindsey Foschini. Meet 10 am at Park Headquarters in Alpine (PIP Exit 2). About 5 mi., easy trails, moderate pace. Free. For more information: 201 768-1360 ext. 108.
Sunday, September 26
Hikes for Dogs: “Undercliff” Guided hike for dogs (and their owners!) with Christina Fehre. Meet 10 am at the entrance to Englewood Boat Basin & Picnic Area (PIP Exit 1). About 2 mi., 1.5 hrs., easy with some rocky sections. Dogs must be leashed. Free. For more information: 201 768-1360 ext. 107.“Kids’ Nature Walk to the Castle” Nature hike for children with Christina Fehre. Meet 2 pm at State Line Lookout in Alpine (northbound PIP opposite Exit 3). About 1.5 mi., 1.5 hrs., easy (click for a hike description). Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free. For more information: 201 768-1360 ext. 107.
Ongoing throughout October: State Line Hawk Watch (click for more information)
Saturday, October 2
“Peanut Leap Cascade” History hike with Eric Nelsen. Meet 10 am at State Line Lookout in Alpine (northbound PIP opposite Exit 3). About 4 mi., 2 hrs., moderate with some challenging slopes (click for a hike description). Free. For more information: 201 768-1360 ext. 108.Sunday, October 3
Trail Run—“Greenbrook Falls” Guided trail run with Dave Rosen & Lindsey Foschini. Meet 10 am at the entrance to Alpine Boat Basin & Picnic Area (PIP Exit 2). About 4 mi., moderate trails & pace. Free. For more information: 201 768-1360 ext. 108.Thursday, October 7
Annual Meeting of Palisades Nature Association7–9 pm at the Visitor Center at Fort Lee Historic Park (Hudson Terrace immediately south of the George Washington Bridge). Program/speaker T.B.A. Free. For more information: 201 76801360.
Wednesday evenings, October 13, 20, and 27
“Punch & Pie” at Mrs. Kearney’s tavern 19th-century tavern programs at the Kearney House, with light food & drink, tall tales & music, etc. From 7:30–10 pm. $18 per guest per evening, reservations and pre-payment required: 201 768-1360 ext. 108 (please specify evening and number in party—initial reservation will be held for 1 week pending receipt of payment. Send payment to PIPC, Box 155, Alpine, NJ 07620, attn: Kearney House; after payment is received, tickets and additional information will be mailed).
Saturday, October 16
“The Giant Stairs” Guided hike with Christina Fehre. Meet 10 am at State Line Lookout in Alpine (northbound PIP opposite Exit 3). About 4 mi., 3 hrs., difficult rock scramble with challenging slopes (click for a hike description). Free. Advanced registration required: 201 768-1360 ext. 107.
Sunday, October 17
“River Seining” Nature program with Christopher Letts & Tom Lake for Palisades Nature Association. 10–11:30 am at Bloomer’s Beach at the north end of Englewood Boat Basin & Picnic Area (PIP Exit 1). For all ages. Free. For more information: 201 768-1360.
“Closter Landing Loop” (includes “Millionaires’ Row”) History hike with Eric Nelsen. Meet 10 am at the Kearney House at Alpine Boat Basin & Picnic Area (PIP Exit 2). About 5 mi., 3 hrs., moderate (click for a hike description). Free. For more information: 201 768-1360 ext. 108.
Saturday, October 23
“Bombay Hook” History hike with Eric Nelsen. Meet 10 am at the Kearney House at Alpine Boat Basin & Picnic Area (PIP Exit 2). About 7 mi., 5 hrs., moderate with some challenging slopes (click for a hike description). Free. For more information: 201 768-1360 ext. 108.
Sunday, October 24
“Visitor’s Day” at Greenbrook Sanctuary Open-house event with Palisades Nature Association. 1–4 pm at the Sanctuary (entrance off U.S. Route 9W in Tenafly). Information about the Sanctuary's programs, short guided hikes, & more. Free. For more information: 201 768-1360.
Hikes for Dogs: “Greenbrook Falls” Guided hike for dogs (and their owners!) with Christina Fehre. Meet 10 am at the entrance to Alpine Boat Basin & Picnic Area (PIP Exit 2). About 4 mi., 2 hrs., easy+. Dogs must be leashed. Free. For more information: 201 768-1360 ext. 107.
“Outdoor Survival for Kids” Nature program for children with Christina Fehre. 2–4 pm meeting at the Kearney House at Alpine Boat Basin & Picnic Area (PIP Exit 2). Free. For more information: 201 768-1360 ext. 107.
Sunday, October 31
“Hallowe’en Hike” Guided hike with Eeric Nelsen. Meet 4:30 pm at the Kearney House at Alpine Boat Basin & Picnic Area (PIP Exit 2). About 3.5 mi., 2 hrs., moderate (click for a hike description). Bring flashlights. Free. For more information: 201 768-1360 ext. 108.
Through November 7: State Line Hawk Watch (click for more information)
Friday, November 5
“Tales of the Macabre” at Mrs. Kearney’s tavern A special tavern night with reading aloud from 19th-century horror tales, 7:30–9 pm at the Kearney House at Alpine Boat Basin & Picnic Area (PIP Exit 2). $8 per guest includes hot cider, &c. Space is limited—pre-registration recommended: 201 768-1360 ext. 108.
Sundays, November 7 & 21
“Short Stories for Long Nights” at Mrs. Kearney’s tavern 19th-century reading adventures for children with Lindsey Foschini, 4:30–5:30 pm at the Kearney House at Alpine Boat Basin & Picnic Area (PIP Exit 2). $3 per child includes cocoa & cookies. Space is limited—pre-registration recommended: 201 768-1360 ext. 108.Saturday & Sunday, November 20 & 21
“The Times that Try Men’s Souls”Annual “Retreat Weekend” Revolutionary War re-enactment at Fort Lee Historic Park (Hudson Terrace immediately south of the George Washington Bridge). 10 am–5 pm Sat., 11 am–4 pm Sun. Click here for a full schedule of events for the weekend. Free admission, $5 per car parking. For more information: 201 461-1776.
Saturday & Sunday, November 27 & 28
“Thanksgiving Time” at Mrs. Kearney’s tavern After-the-holiday open house with food & drink, music & games, & more. 1–3 pm at the Kearney House at Alpine Boat Basin & Picnic Area (PIP Exit 2). $3 adults, $1 children. For more information: 201 768-1360 ext. 108.
Unless otherwise noted, advanced registration is not needed to
attend programs.
For more information or directions: 201 768-1360.
2010 Area Information & Fee Schedule (.pdf file, 4 pages)