10:00 AM – 6 miles – moderate – mostly flat – Info: Carol,  631–223–3427 or arolmu@aol.com.

 Explore the eastern side of this vast preserve and see if we can spot some deer or fox. Bring water, bug spray and snack. Meet in the Main entrance parking lot on the north side of NY 27. From the west take NY 27 to Exit 47A, Oakdale–Bohemia Rd.; follow signs for U–turn back onto NY 27 west to entrance. From the east take NY 27 to the park. Rain cancels. Parking fee. or free with Empire Passport.