Activities Calendar
Hikes, Presentations & Meetings
All EHTPS Activities are free and open to the public and do not require a reservation, unless otherwise noted.
If you have not been fully vaccinated, please wear a mask.
EHTPS invites our membership to become more involved. Are you interested in working with our Board of Directors? Becoming a hike/activity leader? EHTPS has some great things planned; come be a part of it! Please reach out to Irwin Levy with any questions. Call/text 516-456-1337 or irwintlevy@gmail.com
The Walking Dunes
Distance: 2 miles
Level: easy
A most diverse and interesting hike.
Meet at 10 AM at the end of Napeague Harbor Rd, Amagansett. Easy pace.
Leader: Lee Dion 631-375-2339
EHTPS 45th Anniversary Party
Join us at LTV Studios for a memorable evening!
EHTPS Members only.
Trail Maintenance Hike
Distance: 1-3 miles
Level: Moderate pace
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 is necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available.
For information, ehtps@outlook.com to sign up for the weekly email.
Bridgehampton Museum and Beebe Windmill Tour
Distance: 1 mile
Level: easy
Bridgehampton Museum Executive Director Connor Flannagan leads a private tour of an exhibition of Southampton Press photographs from the 1970’s to 90’s. We’ll proceed to a tour of the Beebe Windmill with Southampton Town Historian Julie Greene.
Meet at 10 AM at the Bridgehampton Museum, 2539 Montauk Highway, Bridgehampton.
RSVP to Irwin Levy, irwintlevy@gmail.com or text 516.456-1337.
Napeague Beach Walk
Distance: 3 miles
Level: easy
Join us for a perfect summer hike: no ticks! On this beach walk, you'll see dunes, woods and meadows while walking on the shores of Napeague Harbor and Napeague Bay. The harbor sand tends to be wet and firm, with small rocks. The bay beach, which we'll only be on for a relatively short time, has less rocks and the sand is softer.
Meet at 10 am (due to tide schedule) at the end of Napeague Harbor Road, Amagansett, off Route 27.
Leader: Amy Ruhle, 631-521-3602.
Boys and Girls Harbor Park
Distance: 2 miles
Level: moderate
This wooded 27-acre park was once the home of a summer camp for urban youth. It features views of Three Mile Harbor and Hands Creek.
Meet at 10 AM at the pavilion next to the large parking lot, 180 Springy Banks Road. Bring a drink and dress for tick protection.
Leader: Peter Coy, 201-790-5725
petercoy@verizon.net
Trail Maintenance Hike
Distance: 1-3 miles
Level: Moderate pace
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 is necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available.
For information, ehtps@outlook.com to sign up for the weekly email.
Walking History of East Hampton Village's Commercial District
Distance: 1+ miles
Level: moderate
Let's Get Down to Business! A Walking History of East Hampton Village's Commercial District. Presented by the Anchor Society
What kinds of colorful, quirky, practical, and whimsical shops could be found "upstreet" in the decades before Prada, Vuitton, and Valentino arrived? What was the business district's retail culture like for shoppers 50 or 100 years ago? Travel back in time for a fun and informative walking tour that will highlight a variety of storefronts and business buildings, providing not just a hint of nostalgia, but a peek into the creative ways nonprofits in our community are brainstorming to return heart and soul to Main Street.
This event will coincide with a pop-up exhibit at the Long Island Collection at East Hampton Library in the shops of yore (as well as an evening talk on July 18th featuring members of the Anchor Society and Hugh King, village historian).
Meet 10 AM in Lumber Lane Parking Lot 2, East Hampton.
RSVP to Irwin Levy, irwintlevy@gmail.com or text 516-456-1337
Trail Maintenance Hike
Distance: 1-3 miles
Level: Moderate pace
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 is necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available.
For information, ehtps@outlook.com to sign up for the weekly email.
Historic Freetown: An American Story
Distance: 1.5+ miles
Level: moderate
Join us for a walk of historic Freetown, an area of East Hampton that is rich in history. Sites include the Fowler House (a Town of East Hampton landmark), Calvary Baptist Church, the Neighborhood House, and the original location of St. Matthew’s Chapel.
Meet at 10 AM at Calvary Baptist Church, Spinner Lane, East Hampton.
Leaders: Dr. Allison McGovern, Dr. Carol Smith, Mr. Kevin Scott, and residents of Freetown, who will discuss the important lived histories of Freetown's multi-generational families.
RSVP to kscott11992@gmail.com
Trail Maintenance Hike
Distance: 1-3 miles
Level: Moderate pace
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 is necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available.
For information, ehtps@outlook.com to sign up for the weekly email.
Montauk Historical Bike Ride
Distance: 10 mile
Level: leisurely
Leisurely 2-hour bike ride through Montauk village with focus on sections of historical interest. Stops along the way for viewing and discussion will include Second House, Gosman’s, Montauk Playhouse, Carl Fisher House, and Ditch Plains.
Meet 10 AM at the Montauk Library, ½ east of Montauk Village. Leader: Burton Greenhouse, RSVP Greenhousb@aol.com 917-686-5173
Walking Tour of Sag Harbor's Redwood Neighborhood
Distance: 3+ mile
Level: moderate
A Sag Harbor exploration: Upper Main Street, with views over Otter Pond and Sag Harbor Cove, the ever-changing Glover Street and Sag's Redwood neighborhood, with a special visit to the iconic studios of WLNG Radio.
Meet 10 AM at 290 Main Street, Sag Harbor, diagonally opposite the Cove Delicatessen. There is abundant street parking on Main Street, and the side streets.
RSVP to irwintlevy@gmail.com or text 516-456-1337.
Trail Maintenance Hike
Distance: 1-3 miles
Level: Moderate pace
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 is necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available.
For information, ehtps@outlook.com to sign up for the weekly email.
Jacob’s Farm & East Side Trails, Springs
Distance: 4 mile
Level: moderate
Close out June with a 4-mile early summer jaunt through the oak woods of Jacob’s Farm and the East Side Preserve, in The Springs. We’ll start in the cool of the morning and finish well before noon.
Meet at 9 AM at Jacob’s Farm trailhead, a road shoulder pull-off on Red Dirt Road about 1,000 feet east of Accabonac Road, East Hampton. Bring snacks, liquids & tick protection.
Info only, call or text Rick: 631-275-8539 Email: richardwhalen@optonline.net
Longhouse Reserve Docent Tour, East Hampton
Distance: 2 mile
Level: easy
AN EHTPS Members Only Event, by invitation of Executive Director Carrie Barratt.
With over 60 sculptural elements set amidst spectacular gardens, the sheer beauty of Longhouse speaks for itself. But we'll delve deep into the real story of Longhouse: the visionary Jack Lenor Larsen, who transformed 15 overgrown acres of a former potato farm into a place like no other.
Meet at 10 AM at Longhouse, 133 Hands Creek Road, East Hampton.
Limited to 25 participants. RSVP to irwintlevy@gmail.com or text 516-456-1337.
Trail Maintenance Hike
Distance: 1-3 miles
Level: Moderate pace
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 is necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available.
For information, ehtps@outlook.com to sign up for the weekly email.
Solstice Outing, Atlantic Ave Beach, Amagansett
Distance: 1 mile
Level: easy
We will watch the sun set on the longest day of the year. Sunset will be at 8:24 PM. Just over two hours later, at 10:41 PM, will be the summer solstice -the moment at which the sun reaches its highest point in the sky in the northern hemisphere and summer begins. (The solstice always falls on June 20, 21 or 22.)
Meet at 8 PM by the Atlantic Avenue Beach concession stand. We'll try to identify shore birds and keep an eye out for dolphins and whales. We will stroll east along the beach, then return west as the sunset gets brilliant, if all goes well. Depending on the weather, people's moods and the mosquitoes, we may stay long enough to watch the stars come out. Wear long pants and long sleeves to keep away the bugs and to stay warm when the temperature drops. Bring snacks, liquids, bug spray and beach chairs.
Info only, call or text Peter: (201) 790-5725. Email: petercoy@verizon.net
Glacial Erratics and Kettle Holes, East Hampton
Distance: 2 mile
Level: easy
How are glacial erratics and kettle holes formed? We will visit one of the most interesting erratics in the Town of East Hampton, Jason’s Rock.
Meet at Chatfields Hole on Two Holes of Water Rd, East Hampton. Easy pace.
Leader: Lee Dion 631-375 2339
Trail Maintenance Hike
Distance: 1-3 miles
Level: Moderate pace
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 is necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available.
For information, ehtps@outlook.com to sign up for the weekly email.
Montauk Historical Bike Ride
Distance: 10 miles
Level: leisurely
Leisurely 2-hour bike ride through Montauk village with focus on sections of historical interest. Stops along the way for viewing and discussion will include Second House, Gosmans, Montauk Playhouse, Carl Fisher House, and Ditch Plains.
Meet 10 AM at the Montauk Library, ½ mile east of Montauk Village.
Leader: Burton Greenhouse, RSVP Greenhousb@aol.com 917-686-5173
Hither Woods from Rod’s Valley, Montauk
Distance: 7 miles
Level: moderate pace - some hills
Take a beautiful early summer tour of Montauk’s magnificent Hither Woods, through both the interior of Hither Woods and the coastal region near Block Island Sound.
Meet at 10 AM. at Rod’s Valley, parking area at the west end of Navy Road, Montauk. Bring lunch, liquids, & tick protection.
Info only, call or text Rick: (631) 275-8539. Email: richardwhalen@optonline.net
Goose Creek Paddle
Distance: 2 miles
Level: water paddler
We'll paddle by canoe, kayak or stand-up paddle board through Goose Creek salt marsh, aka "The Maze" in Three Mile Harbor. It will be high tide on a full moon day during peak horseshoe crab mating season so hopefully there will be sitings. Regardless, there will be beautiful scenery in this tidal creek. Bring your own canoe, kayak or SUP. Life preservers required.
We leave at 10am to catch the high tide.
Meet at the town dock at the end of Gann Road off Three Mile Harbor Hog Creek Road in Springs. Call to confirm if there is a chance of rain.
Leader: Laurie Adler, 631-329-2617 or 917-653 1463.
Mountain Laurel Hike, Montauk
Distance: 2 miles
Level: Moderate pace
Mid-June is the best time to observe flowering trees in Montauk. This hike takes us along trails in Hither Woods lined with white and pink mountain laurel.
Meet at the parking lot at the end of Navy Road: Turn off Rte. 27 onto Second House Road to Industrial Road. Go straight over the train tracks and turn left, go to end of road.
Leader: Eva Moore 631-238-5134, or day of 631-681-4774.
Trail Maintenance Hike
Distance: 1-3 miles
Level: Moderate pace
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 is necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available.
For information, ehtps@outlook.com to sign up for the weekly email.
East Hampton Windmill Walk
Distance: 2 miles
Level: Moderate pace
Join EHTPS in collaboration with East Hampton Historical Society to visit three of East Hampton’s iconic windmills. We will be joined by the incomparable local historian Hugh King, who will share his insights into the Gardiner, Pantigo and Hook windmills; we may be able to access their interiors.
Meet at 9:30 AM at the Home Sweet Home Museum, 14 James Lane. Pre- registration through East Hampton Historical Society here.
Free for EHTPS Members, $12 for non-members.
Leader: Marian Zucker, marianzuck@gmail.com
East Hampton Village South
Distance: 3+ miles
Level: Moderate pace
More from the “As Good as It Gets” series. Join us on a 3+ mile round trip road hike through the Eastern Plain of the village estate section. We’ll explore the Egypt Lane historic district, the Village Nature Trail, and enjoy sweeping views of the Maidstone Club, Hook Pond, and the Atlantic at Egypt Beach.
Meet 10AM on the north side of Pantigo Road near Bostwick’s, opposite Cross Highway.
Leader: Irwin Levy, 516-456-1337 or irwintlevy@gmail.com.
Trail Maintenance Hike
Distance: 1-3 miles
Level: Moderate pace
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 is necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available.
For information, ehtps@outlook.com to sign up for the weekly email.
Hardscrabble Loop, East Hampton
Distance: 3+ miles
Level: Moderate pace
Enjoy a moderate paced hike over basically flat terrain through scenic woodland setting of the 700 acre Buckskill Preserve. See a mix of native oak and pitch pine dotted with mountain laurel, ferns and wintergreen.
Meet on the north side of Stephen Hands Path across from Buckskill Road, about 1/2 mile west of the intersection of Stephen Hands Path and Route 114. Bring liquids and tick protection.
Leader: Dave Luce: 917.885.5749 or david.luce2013@gmail.com
Trail Maintenance
Distance: 2-4 miles
Level: Moderate pace
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 is necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available. For information, ehtps@outlook.com
NORTH NECK TRAIL ON MONTAUK
Distance: 3 miles
Level: Moderate pace
Out and back hike on the popular new North Neck Trail, off Flamingo Road opposite the Culloden Point trails entrance. Rolling terrain with lots of little surprises. Hikers will see Oak Flat, Tupelo Stone, and of course the magnificent North Neck Oak.
Meet 9:00 a.m. - NOTE the early start time - at the Culloden Point historic marker, west side of Flamingo Avenue, about 400 feet north of Wills Point Road. (Look for a red fire hydrant.) Bring liquids & tick protection.
Info only, call or text Rick: (631) 275-8539. Email: richardwhalen@optonline.net
Northwest Harbor, East Hampton
Distance: 1.5 miles
Level: Moderate pace
Northwest Harbor was the main port of East Hampton from 1654 until the first wharf was built in Sag Harbor in 1761. Join us for a short walk around the beach of the harbor and learn about its colorful past as we enjoy views of Shelter Island, Cedar Point Park and Barcelona Neck.
Meet at Northwest Harbor County Park parking area, at the end of Northwest Landing Road, East Hampton.
Leaders: Celia Paul and Steve Rosen, 646-872-5343. celiaandsteve@gmail.com
The Osborn Homestead, Wainscott
Distance: 2+ miles
Level: Moderate pace
The Osborn Homestead at 66 Wainscott Main Street is the largest Community Preservation Fund purchase in the history of East Hampton Town. We'll view the property and its immediate surroundings with Wainscott Heritage Project President and Our Hamptons Podcast co-host Esperanza Leon and be joined by Hilary Osborn Malecki for a very special presentation.
Meet at 10 AM on Beach Lane at the ocean, Wainscott; EH Town parking permit required.
Leader: Irwin Levy, 516-456-1337, irwintlevy@gmail.com
Trail Maintenance
Distance: 2-4 miles
Level: Moderate pace
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 is necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available. For information, ehtps@outlook.com
Springs Bike Ride, East Hampton
Distance: 20 miles
Level: Moderate pace
At the start, the group will visit the Springs Historical Society and Community Library where we’ll hear about the rich history of their community organization, their plans for the summer, and highlights of the collection. 20-mile bike ride to follow, generally flat – highlights include Gerard Drive and Louse Point. We should be back by 12:30.
Meet at 10 AM at Ashawagh Hall, Springs.
Leaders: Jerry Brown and Lois Peltz. Please RSVP by email to lois@peltzinternational.com. Jerry’s phone number day of ride: 917 747-0885.
Meditative Beach Walk, Amagansett
Distance: 2 miles
Level: Moderate pace
Jefferey Macintyre has taught yoga, meditation and breathing techniques (pranayama) for years. Join him for a 2-mile beach walk with stretching before and after. Learn how beneficial the sea air can be, bringing it into our movement for energy and revitalization.
Meet 10 AM at Indian Wells Beach, Amagansett. EH Town parking permit required.
Leader: Jefferey Macintyre, 323-899-0995, sammyhow@hotmail.com
Trail Maintenance
Distance: 2-4 miles
Level: Moderate pace
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 is necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available. For information, ehtps@outlook.com
Grassy Hollow and Grace Estate, East Hampton
Distance: 5 miles
Level: Moderate pace
Beautiful circuit hike through the Grassy Hollow and Grace Estate areas of East Hampton Northwest Woods, as springtime arrives, and the oaks of Northwest Woods begin to leaf out.
Meet at 10 AM at the Northwest Schoolhouse site (marked only by a small historical monument), on the east side of Northwest Road. about 1/4 mile south of the intersection of Northwest Road and Alewife Brook Road. Bring tick protection, snacks & liquids.
Info only, call or text Rick: (631) 275-8539. Email: richardwhalen@optonline.net
Trail Maintenance
Distance: 2-4 miles
Level: Moderate pace
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 is necessary, and new volunteers are always welcome. Bring a lopper, trimmer, or handsaw if available. For information, ehtps@outlook.com
Big Reed Pond in Montauk County Park
Distance: 4 miles
Level: Moderate pace
Abounding in history - natural, Native American, and contemporary - the trail system around Big Reed Pond in Montauk County Park ranks among East Hampton's most diverse and beautiful. On this hike, we'll visit the remote Hilda Lindley House and keep a special eye open for spring ephemeral plants emerging from their long slumber. Some uneven terrain: waterproof footwear recommended.
Meet at the Big Reed Nature Trail parking area off East Lake Drive, on the right about 1.8 miles north of Montauk Highway. GPS coordinates: 41.07247548025834, -71.9176971748679
Leader: Jim Zajac 212.769.4311. jzajac4@aol.com