REVERSE Saunter Stretch Series - Stretch 1 (Day 3)

Over three consecutive days, Tuesday through Thursday, we'll walk the iconic 32-mile Great Saunter path in reverse (counterclockwise), circumnavigating Manhattan Island up the East Side and down the West Side. This stretch is the last in the series and takes place on Thursday along the West Side. The walk is approximately 12 miles and will take about 5.5 hours at a moderate pace. We begin at W. 145th Street and Riverside Drive and walk south along the Hudson River to the southern tip of Manhattan. Join us for all or part of the walk; there will be drop-out points along the route. Meet at 10:00 a.m. at the entrance to Riverbank State Park at W. 145th Street and Riverside Drive. From the 1 subway station at Broadway and W. 145th Street, walk down the hill on W. 145th Street to the park entrance. We'll use the restrooms in Riverbank State Park and begin walking promptly at 10:15 a.m. From Riverbank State Park, we'll walk south through Riverside Park to Hudson River Park. Our lunch break will be at W. 42nd Street. Restrooms are available at the lunch stop. The walk ends at the Staten Island Ferry Terminal. A celebratory drink at Fraunces Tavern after completing the series is well deserved, but optional. Bring: water, sunscreen, a hat, snacks, and lunch. Leaders: Laura, 917-658-6779; Brigitte, 646-651-3911, on day of walk only. Take the Great Saunter Fall Challenge. Register here to walk 32 miles over 16 days, starting Oct. 3. Help Shorewalkers support our parks by donating $10 to participate, with all fees going to Riverside Park Conservancy. This walk will count for 12 miles of your total.