Events on the Rail Trail
The Hudson Valley Rail Trail Association, Highland, New York, sponsors a number of major events throughout the year. All proceeds from events directly benefit the Hudson Valley Rail Trail. The money is used for: Trail maintenance, Improvements, Expansions, Grant matching funds and Publicity.
Learn-to-Run Program
April 21, 2012 9am
The Learn-to-Run Program is designed to make a runner out of you in 10 weeks who can run 20 minutes non-stop. The program starts with modest sets of running and walking. Each week the running is gradually increased, and the walking is reduced. Qualifications to join are having the ability to walk briskly for 20 minutes, and being a member of the Hudson Valley Rail Trail Association. So far over 60 individuals of all shapes, sizes, and ages have graduated, much to their amazement. Registration at Hudson Valley Rail Trail Depot, 101 New Paltz Road at 9 am on September 17.
Breakfast on Black Creek
June 2, 2012 9am
In celebration of National Trails Day, the annual meeting of the Hudson Valley Rail Trail Association is held alongside the Black Creek Complex near the entrance at Tony Williams Park. A continental breakfast is served to the attendees.
Harvest MoonWalk
September 28, 2012 7 - 9pm
The Harvest MoonWalk is the only time that the Hudson Valley Rail Trail is open to the public after dark. The MoonWalk begins at the Hudson Valley Rail Trail Depot at 101 New Paltz Road. The walk will go westward to Tony Williams Park at Riverside Road. The walk is 2.5 mile round-trip. Bring flashlights, but leave dogs, pets, bikes, scooters, roller blades and skateboards at home. The evening includes a bonfire and a storyteller. Donuts, popcorn and cider will be served.
Admission is $5.00; children 6 and under are free.
Hudson Valley Rail Trail Gala - An Evening Under the Stars!
October 6, 2012 - 6pm
The event will take place at 75 Haviland Road, Highland beginning at 6pm with a cocktail reception on the trail followed by dinner and dancing. This is a black tie optional event and will be held rain or star-shine under festively decorated tents.
HudsonFest 2012
October 7, 2012 - 10am to 6pm
A festival on the Hudson Valley Rail Trail to celebrate everything the Hudson Valley has to offer with a focus on the arts, artisans, craftspeople, farmers, wineries, local restaurants, food vendors, distilleries, breweries, agri-business, non-profits and community service organizations. Entrance to the event is at 75 Haviland Road, Highland, New York.
Hudson Valley Rail Trail 5K Race/Walk
October 8, 2012 9am
The Hudson Valley Rail Trail Association will host a 5K Race and Walk celebrating National Trail Running Day. For more information or an application, please contact Vince at VVeltre@townoflloyd.com. The Race will begin at 75 Haviland Road in Highland, New York, proceed westward to the mid-way point, and return to 75 Haviland Road.
WinterFest 2013
January 13, 2013 11am - 2pm
A fun family event featuring the Chili Tasting Contest that brings out the unique food tastes of our culinary region of New York State. The contest features area food establishments competing for the coveted “Best of Fest” award for the best tasting chili. The event also features a children’s tent, hay rides, ice carving demonstration, toasted marshmallows and roasted chestnuts. The event is to be held at Hudson Valley Rail Trail Depot at 101 New Paltz Road, Highland.
Admission is $2.00; children 6 and under are free.