Event Details for
Columbia University, Manhattan
70971
5/14/2005 to 5/14/2005
| City and
State: New York City, NY |
| Host Club:
Princeton Area Walkers |
| Distance: 5 & 7 Km Rating: 1+ Sidewalks & soft natural surfaces |
| Distance: 11 Km Rating: 2+ Sidewalks & soft natural surfaces (includes 50+ stair steps at one point) |
| Start / Finish: Columbia University, 2960
Broadway at West 114th St., NYC |
| Start
Times: Register\Start 10:00 AM - 12:00 noon Finish by 3:00 PM |
| Trail / Event
Description: City sidewalks and easy natural
surface. Much of the trail is along a walk/bike path paralleling the
Hudson River. The
trail begins at the impressive campus of Columbia University also passing
by scenic Barnard College. Walk by the magnificent Riverside Church ( do
stop in), Grant's Tomb (National Historic Landmark) and proceed along
beautiful views of the Hudson River to the famous "Little Red
Lighthouse" situated under the George Washington Bridge . This was
actually Jeffrey's Hook Lighthouse erected in 1880, a narrow 48 foot tall
cast iron creation - technically a light "station" because
keepers never visited daily. In 1917, the lighthouse was dismantled and in
1921 crossed state lines to take up residence at Jeffrey's Hook,
eventually making it to the position under the George Washington Bridge.
Jeffrey's Hook became the setting in a popular children's book called
" The Little Red Lighthouse and the Great Gray Bridge. Pets are welcome in all outdoor areas. |
| Contact: Judy
Travis , (732) 536-4073 |
| E-Mail
Contact: walkeejt@optonline.net |
| Awards and
Fees: There is no special award for this event.
Fee for IVV credit is $3. For non-IVV members we are requesting a $3
donation to assist in covering our expenses. |
| Directions: Lerner Hall, Columbia University. (Columbia Campus at Morningside Heights) 2960 Broadway/ West 114 - 115 St. Near the snack bar. By car from the North: Take the New York Thruway (I-87) or the New England Thruway ( I-95) south to the Cross Bronx Expressway (I-95) in the direction of the George Washington Bridge. Take the exit for the Henry Hudson Parkway (last exit before the bridge). Exit the Parkway at West 95th St. and Riverside Drive. Follow directions "From Riverside Drive and 95th St. below. ** By Car from the South and West: Take the New Jersey Turnpike North or I-80 East to the George Washington Bridge. As you cross the bridge, take the exit for the Henry Hudson Parkway South. Exit the Parkway at West 95th and follow the directions "From Riverside Drive and 95th St. below ** By Car from Long Island: Take the Long Island Expressway or the Grand Central Parkway west to the Cross Island Parkway north. Cross the Throgs Neck Bridge onto the Cross Bronx Expressway (I-95 south) and proceed as in "By Car from the North" above. From Newark, NJ: Follow directions under "By Car from the South or West" above. ** From Riverside Drive and West 95th St: Go north on Riverside Drive to 116th St. Turn right and go 2 blocks to Broadway and the University's main gate. The main gate is not open to traffic. Parking: You may park on the street or use the local parking garages. The 512-20 Garage is located at the corner of 112th St. and Amsterdam Ave; the Riverside Church Parking Garage is located on 120th St. between Claremont Ave. and Riverside Drive; the GMC Garage is located on 122nd between Broadway and Amsterdam ( Seminary Row). By Train or Bus: Trains to New York arrive at Grand Central Station or Penn Station, while buses stop at Port Authority Bus Terminal. Take either public transportation or a taxi north to the campus. By New York City Public Transportation: Five bus lines ( M4, M5, M11, M60, M104) and the subway line (#1 or #9 local) serve the Columbia neighborhood. The M60 bus is a direct link between the campus and La Guardia Airport. The Columbia stop is 116th St. Do not use the express trains #2 and #3, which follow a different route and do not stop at Columbia University - if you do be sure to transfer at 96th St. to the #1/9 local. Any questions about directions may be found on the Columbia University web http://www.columbia.edu or call 212-854-5800.
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| Comments: The 11 KM meets section where there is an elevator/ 50+ stairs. If the elevator is not in use the walker will have to manage the stairs both ways. |
| Special Event: American Revolution; Civil War; College Campus; Lighthouse - Little Red Lighthouse; National Heritage; US Presidents; A-Z (N for New York). |
| Comments: Pets are allowed in outdoor areas. |
| Amenities: Strollers: Medium Wheelchairs: Pets: Yes Restrooms: Yes |