Harriman Snowshoe Wine Tasting

Snowshoe Scenic Backwoods of Harriman & Wine Tasting

It is often said that if you can walk, you can snowshoe. Snowshoeing allows you to experience a normal day of hiking in a new and different way. Winter transforms your surroundings into something serene and placid. The crunching of snow under your snowshoes, the stillness of the air in a landscape covered by a blanket of untouched snow give the great outdoors an unspoiled feel. Lack of summertime humidity gives clearer, bluer skies in winter providing more extensive, long range views from atop outlooks than are obtainable at any other time of year.

Come explore a winter wonderland as we venture out to the awesome network of trails in Harriman State Park. One of the largest and closest parks to NYC, Harriman is a retreat for outdoor enthusiasts with over 220 miles of trails. The park is also known for its 32 lakes, cascading streams, numerous old iron mines, varied terrain and fantastic scenery.

Snowshoeing offers a fantastic way to get in shape during the colder months of winter. The snowshoes themselves permit you to travel easily by staying on top of the snow without sinking in or “postholing” allowing you to go places with ease. We will snowshoe for about 5-6 hours on a combination of old woods roads and rugged narrow hiking paths. We will have plenty of stops along the way to take in our environment including a great spot to enjoy our picnic lunch. After a full day of exploring outside we will kickback and relax at a great local vineyard and enjoy our wine tasting. Trip includes all snowshoe rental equipment, transportation costs, licensed guide, park fees, continental breakfast, gourmet picnic lunch and wine tasting.

About winter trips – We carefully keep tabs on the weather forecast and prevailing snow conditions for each trip. You will be notified in advance if we believe existing conditions are likely to comprise the quality of the trip (lack of snow, severe weather forecast, etc). In this instance we will do everything possible to accommodate our guests: reschedule/change venues or revert to a hiking trip with a $20 re-imbursement.

Trip Date: Saturday – February 20, 2010

Departure: 8:00 a.m. (sharp) – 8th Avenue between W31st and W33rd streets - in front of US Post Office and across from Penn Station.

Return: 6:00 p.m. (approximately)

Trip Rating: Moderate/Intermediate – We will snowshoe for approximately 5-6 hours and cover varied terrain with moderate short climbs/descents. (learn more)

What's Included: Trip includes all snowshoe equipment, transportation costs, licensed guide, park fees, continental breakfast, gourmet picnic lunch and wine tasting.

What to Bring: Dress in layers. Wear comfortable clothing that is warm and wicking - polypropylene, wool, fleece, coolmax, etc – No Cotton! We recommend long underwear underneath and waterproof/resistant outerwear. Wear at least one pair of thick ski/hiking socks or two thinner pairs that are warm and wicking – No Cotton! Footwear is very important – boots/hiking shoes are necessary – no sneakers! Wear a warm hat and gloves. Chemical hand/foot warmers are a good idea as well (they are cheap and can be found at sporting goods and major department stores). Bring a backpack/daypack to carry your stuff – extra fleece/rain jacket, extra socks, water, extra snacks, camera, etc.

Trip Cost:
Early Bird $69.00 (before 2/13/10)
Regular $74.00
Drive Yourself Option $54.00
Drive Yourself Option w/own snowshoes $34.00

Harriman Park Snowshoeing & Wine Tasting

Transportation Option $ 74.00 ($69.00 early bird applied as discount)

Drive Yourself Option $ 54.00

Drive Yourself Option/with own snowhoes $ 34.00

Coupon Discounts are applied at the shopping cart

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Harriman Snowshoe Wine Tasting