Guided hikes
March 2025 Events
Sat, Mar. 1 – Narrow Lane Cleanup. 8am-9am. Help STPS clean up litter from our adopted road. Meet on Narrow Lane and the corner of Norris Lane, Bridgehampton. Bring gloves. Free 2025 membership to new volunteers! Leader: Dai Dayton, 631-745-0689.
Sun, Mar. 2 -Trout Pond and Beyond. 10am-Noon. Meet at the Trout Pond parking area, 3200 Noyac Road, directly across from Mill Road. Hike around the pond and explore a trail loop to the south. About 3.5 miles total. Leaders: Eric and Hilary Woodward, 631-903-7895.
Wed., Mar. 5 – Monthly Zoom Meeting. 6:00PM. All are welcome! Join Zoom Meeting
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Sat, Mar. 8 – Laurel Valley Excursion. 10am-Noon. Meet at the kiosk located on Deerfield Road in Noyac across from Deerwood Path (North Side Hills). Moderately-paced 3 mile hike through wooded knolls and laurel-filled ravines. Hilly terrain. Leader: Hank Oppenheimer, 631-204-7223.
Sat, Mar. 15 – Exploring the Mulvihill Preserve. Co-Sponsored with Peconic Land Trust. 10am-Noon. Meet at 820 Brick Kiln Road, Sag Harbor. Look for the gray pillars directly across from Highview Drive. Park at the end of the driveway beside the house. Experience the beauty of this magnificent woodland in early spring! The Daniel and Anna Mulvihill Preserve, and adjoining William Mulvihill Preserve are home to numerous vernal ponds, kettle holes, streams, old growth forest, glacial erratic, and the Great Swamp. The 3.8-mile moderately strenuous hike includes well-managed trails on hilly terrain and will be led by Tim Corwin of Southampton Trails Preservation Society. Refreshments are provided courtesy of the Mulvihill Family. $5/person suggested donation.
Space is limited, RESERVATIONS REQUIRED—PLEASE TEXT Tim Corwin, 631-204-7821.
Sun, Mar. 16 – Whiskey Hill. 10am-11am. Meet on Mill Path off Lopers Path (heading east), Bridgehampton. Moderately-paced 1.7 mile hike with ocean views from top of the moraine with kettlehole ponds and an enormous glacial erratic along the way. Leader: Jean McDermott, 631-599-2391.
Two Event Saturday
Sat, Mar. 22 – Barrel Hill. 10am-Noon. Meet at the trailhead, 100 feet east of 171 Edge of Woods Road. Hike to White Hill, then on to the astounding SYS Overlook, where you can see the mountains in Connecticut on a clear day. Hilly terrain, moderately paced 2.7 miles. Bring your leashed pet. Leader Tim Corwin, 631-204-7821.
Sat, Mar. 22. Horses on Trails (HOT) ride. Manorville Hills County Park. Leg up at 11 AM. Must be a member to participate. Helmets are required for insurance purposes. There will be a tailgate afterward, so bring something to share if you’re staying. Please RSVP. Contact Deb Neumann dntrailrider@gmail.com or Valerie Frederick val3rie66@gmail.com for more information.
Sun, Mar. 23 – Hike to site of Flanders Old Fire Tower. 10am-12:30pm. Meet at Spinney Rd off Rt 24 in Flanders. About 5 miles, a quick pace with some hills. Leader: Liz Karpin, (631) 819-8183.
Sat, Mar. 29 – SYS to Long Springs Loop. 10am-Noon. Meet at Southampton Youth Services (SYS), located at 1370A Majors Path, Southampton at the STPS shed, located near the outdoor pool. Join us for a beautiful hike where we’ll learn about invasive plant species on Long Island, why they’re harmful, and what we can do to help. We’ll also discuss the importance of native plant species and how you can incorporate them into your landscape. Approximately 4 miles, moderately-paced, with some hills. Leader: Kate Rummel, 551-206-8123.
Sun, Mar. 30 – Dancing with Daffodils. 10am-12:30pm. Meet at the Elizabeth A. Morton Wildlife Refuge, 2595 Noyac Road, Sag Harbor. Join us to celebrate our annual rite of spring. Moderately-paced beach walk along Jessups Neck. Don’t miss it! The Refuge suggests a $4 entry fee per car. 3 miles total. Leaders: Eric and Hilary Woodward, 631-903-7895.
About STPS Events: Come out and enjoy!
Hike leaders wanted! If you have a favorite trail that you would like to share with others as a hike leader, or if you would like to explore some new trails — STPS has 300 miles of trails — please contact Dai Dayton at 745-0689 or Marilyn Kirkbright at 631-726-7503 (text or phone).
Cancellations: From time to time, there are weather-related cancellations caused by rain, heavy snow, or icy trail conditions. To avoid any inconvenience, please contact hike or event leaders to confirm that the event is taking place.
Trail Maintenance – If you would like to volunteer, please contact Tim Corwin at 631-204-7821.
Horses On Trails Ride: Members are encouraged to schedule and lead rides on their favorite trails. Choose a date and a time. BYO horse. Call with ideas or to see what’s on the schedule. Must be a member of STPS/HOT to participate due to insurance requirements. It’s easy to join on the day of the ride! Leader: Leslie Lowery. 631-603-8661.
Ticks: Dress appropriately and always wear tick repellent
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