Foraging Walks New York

trashscapes: a noticing (and photo) walk

**LOOK DOWN MORE!** ​ ​A casual walk through the East Village for anyone who wants to slow down, look more carefully at what's around them, and capture what they find. On this walk, we'll move slowly through the neighborhood looking for things worth pausing at and then figuring out how to capture them. I suggest a phone or camera, but feel free to bring a sketchbook or whatever you prefer. Any amount (including 0) of art experience is welcome. :) **this event is pay-what-you-want. the suggested price is $10** **want to pay $5? use promo code "five".** **want to pay $1? use promo code "one"** ​--- ​This walk is inspired by trashscapes—an ongoing photography project that started with a simple habit: noticing the accidental compositions of debris and found matter on NYC streets. Over a decade of daily walks, the habit became an archive of what gets left behind. I'm drawn to the way found matter interplays with the city's infrastructure—using it as framing, finding balance in color and form, and making the incidental feel composed.

Dance Walk in Prospect Park

Fall 2026 kick-off Dance Walk! Bring iPod & earbuds, dress light & come hands-free. Everybody listens to their own music as we dance walk around the park loop: https://vimeo.com/283214936. @dancewalkbk What is "Dance Walking"? It is an improvised form of walking, with music, doing whatever movement comes naturally. It's walking and moving your arms. Or skipping, skitching, low-stepping, sideways running. It's responding to the rhythm, attitude, or story of the music you're hearing. In short, it's having a dance party in your living room, while walking through the park. Some people listen to music to go running. When I listen to music, I want to dance. This meet-up is for like-inspired music-dance folks. "Dance" encompasses a wide range of physical movement on the Dance Walk--no professional creds necessary. A word to the wise: DW is \*not\* a performance, or an exhibition, but a loose container for exercise, music immersion and physical expression. Why do we each listen to our own music? Because each of us feel inspired by different tunes, and on Dance Walk, you connect from the inside-out. This is not a class with a teacher, nor is it a group jam, but something more like parallel play--a group of individuals doing their own thing, together. You need to possess the ability to move on your own, and to follow your own improvisational impulses--listening to your music, your body, nature in the park, and whatever else inspires you. We meet @10:00am, share names, cue up our tunes and usually take off within 5 minutes. A word to the shy, self-conscious, and judgy: You will have the MOST fun of all. Once you're warm and hit that flow, the negative mental static falls away. Movement comes easily, and music takes over. Take it from a deeply self-conscious person, Dance Walk is a profoundly joyful liberation. \*To find us: Enter Prospect Park at the main Grand Army Plaza entrance (NOT the side path with bike parking and water fountain). Walk past the vegetable vendors (Saturdays only) on the drive about 100 paces. We gather on the grassy triangle, just shy of the park loop, right at the start time. If you're early, do not fret--people (incl me!) show up by 10am. Message me or call my cell if you can't find the location. **Dance Walk in the Press:** https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/feb/18/new-york-performers-theatres-dance-outdoors https://brooklyneagle.com/articles/2019/11/18/photos-dance-walk-prospect-park/ http://themomtropolis.com/dance-walk-you-know-you-want-to/ https://www.youembody.com/fitness/cardio/dance-fitness-creative-cardio

Hudson River Greenway Walk to Inwood Hill Jazz Festival

Join us for a special 6-mile walk along the Fort Washington Greenway from 145th Street to Inwood Hill Park. This is more than a walk — **we’ll be one of the first groups to try a proposed detour that Parks is considering for the Greenway.** In the next few years, the Fort Washington Greenway will undergo construction to address recurring sinkholes and the bridge over the Amtrak tracks. During this walk, we’ll check out a proposed route to keep us walking while construction is underway. Even better, **Jana LaSorte, Director of Northern Manhattan Parks, will join us** to walk the route, talk about the Greenway’s history and future, and answer our questions. We’ll walk, look at what works (and what doesn’t), and share ideas about how the route could be improved. **We’ll end at the free [Inwood Jazz Festival](http://www.inwoodjazzfestival.com/) in Inwood Hill Park from 1–5 p.m.** Bring a ground cloth to sit on and enjoy some great music. The route includes stairs and uneven terrain. If 6 miles is more than you want to do, you can drop out at Dyckman Street. **We are co-sponsoring the walk with Transportation Alternatives, and they would like us to also RSVP with them.** https://www.mobilize.us/transalt/event/1022531/ MEET: 9:45 a.m. at 145th & Riverside Drive, down the hill from the #1 train. Restrooms available along the route. BRING: water, snacks, lunch, and a towel to sit on at the Jazz fest. Co- leaders: Pam Cress pactoday@gmail.com, 917-597-2664. and Christine Summerson 646-491-0764 (day of walk only)

Fast-paced 18-mile GSFC Prep Hike — East Manhattan Northbound

The **[Great Saunter Fall Challenge](https://shorewalkers.org/great-saunter-fall-challenge/)** is almost here! Prepare for *[Reverse Saunter](https://www.meetup.com/shorewalkers-members-only/events/316298031/)*, other challenging GSFC walks, and increase your fitness & stamina by walking 18 miles from Whitehall Terminal ➔ Inwood *at a fast pace* (3.4 mph). You are fit & cheerful. *No slow walkers. No casual clickers. No dogs. No guests. No complainers*. **Route** we'll walk north along the East Side of Manhattan on a route that *mostly* follows the Great Saunter course *in reverse* (with deviations inspired by Cy A Adler). **Why the East side?** It's the side of our island that gets the least respect, has the most twists & turns, and the fewest toilets & water fountains — *but there's much to love* and we will teach you how to navigate it with style! **Meet** 9 am on 2nd level of Whitehall (Staten Island Ferry) Terminal (by the toilets). We start walking @ 9:15. *Check for transit service changes before leaving home!* **Late arrivals** get to a location ahead of the group; contact leader; tell us where to find you. **Breaks** @ Stuyvesant Cove, Carl Schurz Park, Frederick Johnson Playground, and that hidden gem, Swindler Cove. *Alert leader if you need a toilet stop*. **End** in/near Inwood Hill Park. A & 1 subways a short walk away. **Warning** *change your RSVP ASAP if you cannot attend*. Habitual late-cancelers & no-shows (and other inconsiderate types) will be purged from the going list. Your RSVP implies two things: 1. you can attend an event, and 2. someone else cannot. Not showing up means someone stays home unnecessarily. *It will not be tolerated*. **Bring** drinks, snacks, sunscreen, hydration salts, hat, portable charger, and forecast-appropriate clothing. Bookmark the [Great Saunter digital map](https://map.shorewalkers.org) on your mobile browser. Install Komoot, Strava, AllTrails, or similar GPS route app. Pack sunglasses: the sun will be in our faces for much of the day due to the reverse course. **Weather** we proceed if light rain is forecast; we'll reschedule in case of severe weather. *Pay attention to this page for announcements*. **Drop-out points** all along the route in case you are unable to keep up with the main group. *Alert leader if you decide to drop out*. **After party** everyone is welcome to enjoy drinks & eats at a pub on Broadway. Non-alcoholic drinks available. **Leader** Dan D [contact via Meetup] **Co-host** Sheila Chung ❤️ Many thanks to our Aug 29 & Sept 5 advanced scouting volunteers! **Reference** *Walking Manhattan's Rim: The Great Saunter* by Cy A Adler (2003) **Take the Great Saunter Fall Challenge! [Register here](https://shorewalkers.org/join-a-saunter/) to walk 32 miles over 16 days, starting October 3rd. Help Shorewalkers support our parks by donating $10 to participate, with all fees going to the [Riverside Park Conservancy](https://riversideparknyc.org/).**

Central Park Bird Walk - Great Fall Migration

Learn to Birdwatch! Beginners Welcome $15/person - 2 hour walk The Great Fall Migration begins bringing warblers, grosbeaks, tanagers, hawks, eagles, owls and hummingbirds into Central Park. Observe all these beautiful and rare sightings with naturalist and bird guide Debbie Becker. Beginners welcome! Two hour walk for $15 per person Please register by sending $15 via Venmo to @Deb-becker-8 or PayPal [editconsul@aol.com](mailto:editconsul@aol.com)

Bay Ridge Food Crawl (Algerian + Burmese + Palestinian + Sicilian)

Governor’s Island Photography Walk

**Please join us on what will be an endless photo opportunity on an island that vibes out as a happy place—Governor’s Island! ✨😃📸** **You do not need to be a professional photographer. Just someone who enjoys a great walk and appreciates the chance to take in some spectacular views! Along the way, you will discover endless photo opportunities, no matter your level of experience!** **Meeting Info:** **Take the 2:30PM Governors Island Ferry ⛴️ from the Battery Maritime Building (10 South Street). You can book the Ferry online or at the BMB (check the Governors Island website for complete information** [here](https://www.govisland.com/plan-your-visit/ferry) **). We will gather at the Governors Island Welcome Center that’s straight ahead when you walk off the ferry. Goal is to meet up by 3:00PM.** **Amenities:** * **bathrooms at BMB** * **bathrooms at the Welcome Center** * **porto potties on the island** * **refillable water stations on the island** **Features:** * **bird peeping spots throughout the island** * **Outlook Hill—at The Hills** * **Colonels Row** * **Castle Williams** * **Nolan Park** **What to bring:** * **bug spray** * **sunscreen** * **water & snacks** **What to know:** **📸 Cameras of any kind are allowed 📸** **📱 Smartphones are cameras too 📱** **Guests need to fill out the waiver** [here](https://shorewalkers.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Shorewalkers-Waiver-2024.pdf) **.** **Hike Leaders:** **Tiffany—718-300-1655** **Ivan—917-446-0013** **Please feel free to text us for any questions or concerns, but kindly state your name, when you do.**

Hudson River Waterfront Walk (Easy, Fun, ~7-8 miles) 🌆🌊🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️

Central Park Bird Walk

Beginners welcome! Two hour walk for $15 per person Please register by sending $15 via Venmo to @Deb-becker-8 or PayPal [editconsul@aol.com](mailto:editconsul@aol.com) The Great Fall Migration begins bringing warblers, grosbeaks, tanagers, hawks, eagles, owls and hummingbirds into Central Park. Observe all these beautiful and rare sightings with naturalist and bird guide Debbie Becker.

Drinks and hikes at the Frying Pan

Hey everyone! Let's meet up for drinks at the Frying Pan in Manhattan. We will meet there on Wednesday night September 16 to chat about past and future hikes and outdoorsy trips over drinks. I will post my number in the comments the day of the chat and in case it rains and the bar is closed we will just move the event to one of the indoor bars nearby. I will update everyone in the comments section. Hopefully we have good weather! The frying is rather large so watch the comments section for the exact location where we are gathering. Everyone is welcome to come!

Guided Mindful Walking in Nature - Central Park Edition Modified Version

**Though the body we move in nature, with our mind/consciousness we are part of nature.** **MINDFULNESS - the practice of maintaining a nonjudgemental state of heighted or complete awareness of one's thoughts, emotions or experiences on a moment-to-moment basis.** **MINDFUL WALKING - a practice that enhances mental clarity and reduces stress by fostering a deep connection with the present moment (the here and now) through awareness of each individual step and the Sight, Sound and Smell of the surrounding environment.** **Please read the below information carefully and take the time to view the myriads of videos available that explain the concept of Mindful Walking.** **Let me begin by thanking you for accompanying me on a work in progress to develop a methodology for teaching and leading a Mindful Walking workshop, my goal is to guide/lead the novice through an unfamiliar or complex procedure in a step-by-step process so that they can attain a basic level of skill and knowledge in the practice of Mindful Walking. Upon entering Central Park, we will commerce with a breathing and exercise session on the Wisteria Pergola of the Conservatory Garden. followed by several training practice walks that will introduce the attendees to the techniques of Mindful Walking.** **For the remainder of our Central Park adventure, we will alternate long bouts of conversation flowing walking sessions with shorter bouts of silent guided Mindful Walking sessions (which will transverse the natural scenic beauty of the Ravine in the North Woods and the Ramble).** **Because of the workshop nature of this event, I will limit the number of attendees to ten (10) people. When you sign up, you will be placed on the Waiting List. Attendees will be manually moved from the Waiting List to the Going List. Am looking for First Timers to attend these training events. My future vision for this method of training is to present many workshops for first timers, mixed with separate events for those adepts with the Mindful Walking concept. Furthermore, I will expand the range of this event to scenic natural locations (including waterside venues) around the Greater New York area.** **Our journey will end at the Bethesda Terrace and Fountain, the closest subway station is the West 72nd stop of the B and C trains.** **Will be walking at a moderate (not slow) pace. The walk will last three hours and will cover about 4 miles. There will be ample restrooms stops and a 20-minute lunch break.** **Heavy rain/snow or other forms of extreme weather will cancel the walk. Please check this site for updates.** **LEADER: Bob Lazzaro email: rlazzaro4@aol.com.** **I will use a voice amplification device to foster better understanding and clarity between myself and attendees.**

Llama & Alpaca-my-Appetite: Trail Side Taste of Peru

**REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND [https://joinoutsiders.com/events](https://joinoutsiders.com/events)** Trade city streets for open fields and fresh country air as we head out of town for a one-of-a-kind countryside escape. On this adventure, you won’t just be hiking! You’ll be trekking alongside llamas and alpacas, your new four-legged trail companions. We’ll arrive at the farm, meet our fluffy hiking partners, and set off on a relaxed, scenic walk through rolling hills and peaceful landscapes. These gentle, curious animals make the experience equal parts calming and unforgettable (and yes: very Instagram-worthy). After our trek, we’ll shift from trail time to taste time with a trail-side taste of Peru: a delicious nod to the animals’ South American roots. Expect a curated Peruvian-inspired food experience that brings bold flavors and countryside vibes together. Fresh air, good company, and incredible bites… this is the kind of pairing we like. Whether you’re here for the animal energy, the cultural flavors, or just a wholesome day outside, this one hits on all levels. Fluffy hiking partners. Bold flavors. Countryside energy with a South American twist. ### **Event Details:** **10:00 AM** – Meet at The Standard Biergarten **10:30 AM** – Depart NYC **12:00 PM** – Arrive at Farm + Llama & Alpaca Trek **3:15 PM** – Conclude Trek + Trail Side Taste of Peru **5:30 PM** – Depart for NYC **7:00 PM** – Arrive back in NYC *(All times are approximate and subject to traffic and group pace.)* ### **What’s Included in Your Ticket:** * Round-trip transportation * Guided farm hike * Llama & alpaca trekking experience * Beverages for the ride home * OUTSIDERS host on-site ### **What to Bring:** * Proper hiking boots (required) * Plenty of water * Weather-appropriate layers * Big appetite * Card/cash for post-hike meal ### **Important Notes:** * Proper hiking boots are required. * Our adventures are full-day experiences. We do not recommend scheduling other activities that day, as return times can vary. * Proper footwear is mandatory. Unsafe attire may result in denied participation for safety reasons. * If you are not dressed in weather-appropriate gear or your attire is deemed unsuitable for the activity, we have the right to turn you down for the safety of the group and yourself. * If you have any medical conditions or injuries that might prevent you from completing the trip, please consult your physician to confirm your ability to partake in the activities safely. * A signed waiver is required.