This hike to the John Burroughs Memorial Monument (erected by the boys of the Raymond Riordan School) climbs a gradual grade near the stream and includes some great stone walls.

Event Duration: 4 miles, 3.5 hours

Level of Difficulty:  Easy-Moderate

Leader: John Wadlin

Bring: lunch/ snacks, water/ beverage, sturdy shoes, rain gear, and insect repellent.

Registration required by 10/7.  This hike is limited to 12 participants, so please register early. Use registration form below to register.

PLEASE contact the leader and cancel if you are not able to come as others may want to take your place.

Dogs allowed: Yes, only with permission of event leader.

Questions about this event can be directed to:  John Wadlin at jjwadlin@rwhm.com or (845) 594-6629

Affiliated Organizations: John Burroughs Woodchuck Lodge

Driving Directions: Matyas Road is .25 miles west of the Peekamoose Restaurant on Route 28 in Big Indian. There are advance and intersection signs for the right turn. The trailhead is a short drive from Rt. 28. From Route 28 west, Matyas Rd. is a left turn, 1.2 miles after Belleayre Lake/ Day Use Area. There are advance and intersection signs. The trailhead is a short drive from Rt. 28.

GPS coordinates: 42.117365, -74.452019

After you press “Submit” below the registration form, you will see a screen that says “Your registration has been submitted”. If you do not, an error has occurred. Please resubmit, being sure to complete all fields. You should receive a message from the leader acknowledging your registration.

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