Bear Mountain run - Page 2

JAM1775 · #21 (**permalink**) 07-02-2007, 07:40 PM

John....I guess we will go with the plan to bring a pack of hot dogs, rolls, some salads etc for us and Sandy ? There must be some grills in the picnic area...or we can grab a small one somewhere.

poweredbyford · #22 (**permalink**) 07-02-2007, 08:17 PM

Hey Bobby,
Motors broken in, time to get the little Aurora out on the open road.See you at Nicks.

Dale

MY 401K · #23 (**permalink**) 07-02-2007, 10:58 PM

J2x,
I still have to talk to Sandy which I will do tomorrow. I will talk to you on Thursday to solidify the lunch plans. Even though there haven't been many responses, I think it's going to be a goooood turnout.
Later................John

bobbycobra · #24 (**permalink**) 07-03-2007, 05:31 AM

Jim, do you know of an area in Bear Mountain where we will all gather or will we play it by ear?
Sal, we are meeting at Nicks around 8 Am and on the road at 8:30 sharp. If you take SS pkyway to exit 36 North Straight path, make your first left on Edison ave and then make the first Right at Otis. Nick is the first building on the Right, you will see all the cars in the lot.
John, i hope you are right with our turn out.
Bobby

Nickpz1 · #25 (**permalink**) 07-03-2007, 11:27 AM

I'm in - See you at Nick's!
The park has basic fast food hot dogs, burgers, etc. Should be great!

bobbycobra · #26 (**permalink**) 07-03-2007, 11:50 AM

Nick, that sounds great. weather is looking good too!!!!

Power Surge · #27 (**permalink**) 07-03-2007, 03:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobbycobra

Jim, do you know of an area in Bear Mountain where we will all gather or will we play it by ear?
Sal, we are meeting at Nicks around 8 Am and on the road at 8:30 sharp. If you take SS pkyway to exit 36 North Straight path, make your first left on Edison ave and then make the first Right at Otis. Nick is the first building on the Right, you will see all the cars in the lot.
John, i hope you are right with our turn out.
Bobby

Bob, is that the same Edison that's off Wellwood ave on the other end? Right by all the cemetary shops? If so, I know where it is.

Power Surge · #28 (**permalink**) 07-03-2007, 03:24 PM

I've never taken the Cobra on a trip this long, is there anything I should be taking along for the ride?

JAM1775 · #29 (**permalink**) 07-03-2007, 07:47 PM

Bobby...I have not been to Bear Mountain since I was about 10 yrs old.
And...that is many moons ago !
We never actually got past the "suggestion phase" of this trip in the past.
However, I would not be concerned. Being a state park I know there are general use picnic areas which we could ask about at the entrance booth, as we are paying our per vehicle state park entrance fee. Once we enter an area where we have some picnic tables all we should need to do is park our cars. There should be general use BBQ grills as in most state parks within that picnic area as well as bathroom facilities etc. I know there is a lake, they have softball fields, paddle boat rentals , rowboat rentals, fishing, trails, bike rentals, concessions etc. at least that is what the website indicates. I'm guessing all we would be looking for is adequate parking, a place to rest, perhaps grabs some lunch and relax for a while. I can call the park office to inquire about how we may approach the grounds . They are closed now @ 9:30pm. The tel # from the website is
845-786-2701. I have some family matters I'm dealing with at this time.
However, I can reach out for the office during day hours to inquire and ensure we will have no problems finding picnic tables for our group. I would suggest bringing some"cruise night" type folding chairs for our old sorry behinds. That's a given we will need those ! Hey....my guess is we will secure a nice area, hopefully near the lake, relax , eat have some laughs and maybe even see Yogi Bear !

bobbycobra · #30 (**permalink**) 07-04-2007, 07:51 AM

Sal, that is the same Edison ave, it runs from wellwood to straight path. As far as bringing things for a long ride, have a set of tools some duct tape and fix a flat and you should be fine!!! We all stay together and help one another out if god forbid anything was to happen.
Jim, thank you for following up with the park for us gathering up there. Hope everything is ok at home with you, Looks like we are in for good weather for our trip.
See you all on Saturday morning.
Bobby

Tony Aprile · #31 (**permalink**) 07-04-2007, 09:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Power Surge

I've never taken the Cobra on a trip this long, is there anything I should be taking along for the ride?

Sal...credit card....EZ-pass.....basic tools...and probably lunch.

Ricky-BobbyCobra...You might want to post the entire planned route your taking?? After talking with a few of the guy's at Oyster Bay last night, some of the guy's west and north will not be joining the start at Nicks and want to meet along the way....and ....if anyone strays behind for one reason or another they should know route the group will be taking.

bobbycobra · #32 (**permalink**) 07-04-2007, 12:11 PM

Tony, all points well taken. i am working on the directions with Jim and i will post them as soon as i get it down pat. Thank you for the EZ pass too, it helps keep the group together when used. So if everyone can remember to bring their passes it will be a great help.
Bobby

JAM1775 · #33 (**permalink**) 07-04-2007, 02:41 PM

Bobby...I sent you an e-mail with routes and further information obtained from Bear Mountain State Park.

*** Be Advised : THERE ARE NO GENERAL USE PARK BBQ GRILLS.
A FEW OF US WILL HAVE PORTABLE GRILLS OR IT MAY BE BEST TO BRING SANDWICHES.

Tony Aprile · #34 (**permalink**) 07-04-2007, 03:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JAM1775

*** Be Advised : THERE ARE NO GENERAL USE PARK BBQ GRILLS.
A FEW OF US WILL HAVE PORTABLE GRILLS

JAM ...why don't we just cook our burgers on your side pipes

JAM1775 · #35 (**permalink**) 07-05-2007, 06:31 AM

Yikes !! That's right !! Those suckers were shooting one foot flames out !

That was fuel load up after but 5-6 back to back "foot stompin" events. I could shorten the squirters but....better yet....Tony can you do me a favor ? Pleeeze be the "Big Block Big Brother" and take on the road bullies ?

Tony Aprile · #36 (**permalink**) 07-05-2007, 06:57 AM

JAM...I would, but isn't that why Compy changed the heads, cam and who know's what else...or is he strictly a late model Corvette hunter !!!!

I hate there little parking cones.

bobbycobra · #37 (**permalink**) 07-05-2007, 06:59 AM

ROUTE #1

Southern State Parkway West to Meadowbrook Parkway North
Meadowbrook North to Northern State Parkway West.
Northern State Parkway West to Cross Island Parkway North.
Cross Island Parkway North to Throggs Neck Bridge.
Over Throggs Neck Bridge bearing Left to Cross Bronx Expressway (95S) heading toward George Washington Bridge. Approx 4 miles to Bronx River Parkway North.
Aprox 6 miles bearing Left to Sprainbrook Pkwy North
Approx 15 miles merges to Taconic State Pkwy North (Sprainbrook & Taconic are very scenic highways)
Approx 25-30 miles to Route 202 West. Getting off Taconic this will be a left turn at the light.
Approx 2 miles bearing right to follow signs to Bear Mountain State Pkwy
Approx 3 miles up a mountain road making a Right across bridge - Signs say Rte 9 North
Crossing bridge go 3/4 around traffic circle to Rte 6/Rte 202
Camp Smith military base will be on the right after traffic circle. Hudson River will be on the left .
Approx 4 miles along Hudson River make Left over Bear Mountain Bridge.
Continue halfway around traffic circle follow Rte 9W South/ Haverstraw
Short distance to bear Right at the light following Seven Lakes Drive.
This road will take us into bear Mountain State park.
Pay $6 at booth per car. Proceed straight 1-2 minutes looking for Parking lot #2.
( This lot is the most convenient parking where we can picnic and still see out cars)

ROUTE # 2

Southern State Parkway West to Meadowbrook Parkway North
Meadowbrook North to Northern State Parkway West.
Northern State Parkway West to Cross Island Parkway North.
Cross Island Parkway North to Throggs Neck Bridge.
Over Throggs Neck Bridge bearing Left to Cross Bronx Expressway (95S) heading toward George Washington Bridge.
Continue on this Route 95 South crossing over George Washington Bridge
Follow signs to Palisades Parkway North. Remain on Palisades for approx 38 miles.
Get off Palisades at Exit 19 .
Continue around traffic circle follow Rte 9W South/ Haverstraw
Short distance to bear Right at the light following sign to Seven Lakes Drive.
This road will take us into Bear Mountain State park.
Pay $6 at booth per car. Proceed straight 1-2 minutes looking for Parking lot #2.
( This lot is the most convenient parking where we can picnic and still see out cars)

Facilities adjacent to Parking Lot #2
Picnic Tables/ Bathrooms / Merry Go Round / B-Ball courts
3 minute walk down the road to Bear Mountain Lake
- Paddle boats
- Fishing

* THERE ARE NO GENERAL USE BBQ GRILLS AVAILABLE . It is suggested to bring a small / cheap BBQ grill from CVS or sandwiches.
A few of us will have the small grills and all are welcome to use them .

Ok Guys, which way do you want to go? route #2 is very straight forward and is the way i know best and can lead us right into the park. But if one of you know the roads on route #1 then please take the lead and i will follow!!!
Bobby

Tony Aprile · #38 (**permalink**) 07-05-2007, 07:10 AM

Not to be a thorn in the side.... but do you really want to go on the cross Bronx expressway with all the trucks....instead go over the Whitestone to the Hutch and the Cross County Pky to Sprain Brook...and this is just a suggestion

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bobbycobra · #39 (**permalink**) 07-05-2007, 07:14 AM

Tony,
Your not a thorn at all, why not take the lead on this trip? i'm fine with your Route it will be just like old times!!!!
Bobby

Tony Aprile · #40 (**permalink**) 07-05-2007, 07:55 AM

Bobby ..like I said it was just a suggestion, if the guy's want t go up the Hutch... instead of going on the Cross Bronx and over the GWB I can take the lead. I've gone that way a few times...