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November's Calendar of Hikes & Events
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November 2025 Events 

Sun, Nov 2, 1pm-3pm.  Manorville Hills County Park - Daylight Savings Hike. For those who need to sleep late due to change to daylight savings time, this hike will be an eye-opener through dense stands of white pines and then past a lovely glacial kettlehole. The trail travels up and down convoluted hills deposited as part of the Ronkonkoma Moraine by the receding glaciers of the last Ice Age. 5-mile hike with elevations topping out at 250 feet.  Meet/park at Kiosk on East (Northbound) side of Manorville's Route 111 just South of the Hot Water Street exit area, which is accessible from Route 111.  Leader: Kat Knight, (917) 912-8223.

Wed, Nov 5, 6pm.  STPS Board Meet.  All are welcome! Please email Miles at rmrgeneral@gmail.com for the Zoom link a day or two before the board meet. 

Sat, Nov 8, 8am-9am.  Narrow Lane Cleanup. Help STPS clean up litter from our adopted road. Meet on Narrow Lane and east corner of Norris Lane, Bridgehampton. Bring gloves. Free 2025 membership to new volunteers! Leader: Dai Dayton, 631-745-0689.

Sat, Nov 8, 12:30pm.  Horses on Trails (HOT) - Smith Point County Park. Come ride your horse with us along the ocean at Smith Point County Park in Shirley. Smith Point is known for miles of sandy beach, and there have been sightings of sharks, dolphins, seals, whales and abundant bird life including piping plovers and osprey, depending on the season. Leg up and ready to ride at 12:30. Bring a dish to share after the ride. Helmets required. To sign up or for more info, please contact Debbie Neumann, dntrailrider@gmail.com, or Val Frederick, val3rie66@gmail.com.

Sat, Nov 8, 10am-Noon.  Mulvihill Preserve Hike. One of our most outstanding preserves with magnificent woodland, numerous hills, streams and ponds, glacial erratics and the Great Swamp.  The Daniel and Anna Mulvihill and the adjoining William Mulvihill Preserves make up one of the best hikes on the east end of Long Island. Cruise up the beautiful estate-like driveway between the gray pillars at 820 Brick Kiln Road in Sag Harbor, directly across from High View Drive. This is a 3.2-mile, moderately strenuous hike. Your leashed dog is welcome to join us.  Please be 15 minutes early. Hike leader: Tim Corwin, 631-204-7821.

Sun, Nov 9, 9am-10am.  Long Pond Greenbelt Hike. Leisurely stroll through beautiful Vineyard Field. Join Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt for an easy-paced one-mile hike with views of ponds and kettle holes. Meet at the grass parking area behind the SOFO museum at 377 Bridgehampton/Sag Harbor Turnpike.  Leader: Dai Dayton, 631-745-0689.

Sun, Nov 16, 10am-Noon.  Spinney Road Trek. Meet at Spinney Road off of Rte. 24 for a ramble through Black Owl trail and the Paumanok Path. Dress for tick prevention. 4-to-4.5-mile hike. Leader: Liz Karpin, 516-320-0761.

Sat, Nov 15, 10am-Noon.  SYS to Long Springs Loop. Meet at Southampton Youth Services (SYS), located at 1370A Majors Path, Southampton. Hike starts at the STPS shed (once in SYS take the 2nd right turn and go to end). Hike is approximately 3-1/4 miles, moderately paced, with some hills. Starting with panoramic distant views, the trail leads to multiple springs, streams, and ponds. Leaders: Eric & Hilary Woodward, 631-903-7895.

Sat, Nov 22, 11am-12pm.  Elizabeth A. Morton Wildlife Refuge.  A peaceful, moderately paced, 1.2-mile hike through Elizabeth Morton Wildlife Refuge. Witness a blend of forest, salt marsh, and sandy beach habitats. The easy, scenic trail winds through woods alive with birdsong and leads to the bay. Along the way, visitors can spot deer, turtles, frogs, chipmunks, osprey and enjoy the quiet beauty of this coastal sanctuary—a perfect mix of wildlife encounters and bayside tranquility. Great hike to go on around Thanksgiving, as the likelihood of spotting wild turkeys on the hike is pretty high. Address: 2595 Noyack Rd, Sag Harbor. Leader: Hank Oppenheimer (631) 204-7223.

Fri, Nov 28, 10am-Noon.  Annual Walk It Off Walk. Co-Sponsored with Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt. Meet at the end of Round Pond Lane in Sag Harbor for a 3-mile hike to shed that Thanksgiving stuffing. Amazing views of Round Pond, Long Pond and Little Long Pond! Leader: Jean McDermot 631-599-2391.

Sat, Nov 29.  No hikes today (our hike leaders will all be in a food coma). HOWEVER, please send your favorite hike picture (2 max) to rmrgeneral@gmail.com and our judges will pick a favorite to post. The winner wins a free 3-year family membership to Southampton Trails Preservation Society.

Sun, Nov 30, 10am-12pm.  Hike Red Creek Park to Camp Tekawitha and back. Meet at Red Creek Park in Hampton Bays off of Old Riverhead Rd. About 4 miles. Quick pace with views of Peconic Bay. Dress appropriately for tick protection. Leader: Liz Karpin 516-320-0761.