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Folks age 60 and up are invited to a Senior Stroll on Wednesday, July 21 at 3:00 pm at the Parksville Rail Trail in Parksville, NY. It's a chance to enjoy one of the beautiful beginner trails in Sullivan County. The experienced trip leader is Lisa Lyons of Morgan Outdoors. This outing is 1.5 miles in length, on the fairly level former O&W railbed along the Little Beaverkill, a tributary of the Delaware River. Participants should be able to walk 1.5 miles unassisted and have permission from their doctor if under medical care. There will be hiking poles available to use at no cost, with simple coaching on how to use them to improve stability and enjoyment. Meet at the Parksville Rail Trail parking area on Main Street, Parksville, just off of Route 17 at Exit 98. There is a large trailhead sign at the entrance. (if using navigation: enter Cabernet Franks, Parksville NY and park to the left) REGISTRATION is required. Call Morgan Outdoors (845) 439-5507 by Tuesday,, July 20 or email [email protected]. The outing will be canceled if thunderstorms are forecast. SENIOR STROLLS OUTDOORS proudly participates in the Sullivan Club 180 Campaign. Created by Sullivan 180, the Sullivan Club 180 Campaign is an easy way for everyone to take charge of their own health by joining or creating their own Club 180.

Senior Stroll in Parksville July 21

The Parksville Rail Trail runs along a section of the Little Beaverkill

By lisalyons|July 17th, 2021|Uncategorized|Comments Off

Book Signing Friday, July 9

What a treat to host Christi Johnson for a book signing of her just-released book Mystical Stitches!

Friday, July 9 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. She dedicated her book to “anyone who’s ever been told they aren’t creative, or their art isn’t good enough.” We can relate! Christi’s art combines cosmic visions and botanical […]

By lisalyons|July 1st, 2021|Uncategorized|Comments Off

Wednesday, June 16, 3:00 – 4:00 pm Our first Senior Stroll of 2021 is at Walnut Mountain Park in Liberty, NY. This monthly series is aimed at engaging folks age 60 and up to come out and enjoy beautiful beginner trails in Sullivan County. The trip leaders are Lisa Lyons of Morgan Outdoors and Glenn Horton of the Friends of Walnut. This outing’s theme is the variety of ferns found along the ADA accessible trail that the Friends group constructed at Walnut Mountain Park. The outing is 1 mile in length, on fairly level ground, with a gentle ascent for a ¼ mile. Participants should be able to walk a mile unassisted and have permission from their doctor if under medical care. Future Senior Strolls will be different lengths and difficulty so that participants can find an outing that fits their ability level. REGISTRATION is required! Call Lisa at Morgan Outdoors (845) 439-5507 by Tuesday, June 15th or email to [email protected].

Senior Stroll June 16 in Liberty

By lisalyons|May 21st, 2021|Uncategorized|Comments Off

Winter Tree Self-Guided Walk

December 25 through January 18

Colorized postcard showing Walnut Mountain House at the summit, elevation 2,450 ft, and many fewer trees.

Are you looking for something to do during this winter break?!

Take a relaxing winter Self-Guided Hike up the gentle carriage roads at Walnut Mountain in nearby Liberty, NY! You’ll meet some of the wonderful trees […]

By lisalyons|December 24th, 2020|Uncategorized|Comments Off

Winter Preparedness

NEW DATE AND TIME:

Friday, December 11th, from 5:00 to 6:30 pm

Saturday, December 5th, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, we are hosting a special workshop to hone winter hiking skills. Tom and Laurie Rankin will share winter mountaineering skills, learned over many winters of hiking in the northeast. Though all the safely-distanced seats are currently […]

By lisalyons|November 18th, 2020|Uncategorized|Comments Off

Self-guided Walk to Witch’s Rock

How about a Self-Guided Fall Hike to the infamous Witch’s Rock at Walnut Mountain Park in Liberty, NY?!!

Instead of our annual guided hike at Halloween, you can easily enjoy your very own Walk to Witch’s Rock!

Oct. 28 – Nov. 3, dawn to dusk

We put some lime green tape along the beautiful wide Mountain Overlook […]

By lisalyons|October 28th, 2020|Uncategorized|Comments Off

Camping Demo on July 25th at Upward Brewing

Saturday, July 25th from 2 to 6 pm

Morgan Outdoors is hosting
“Camping Out Under the Stars”

A demo, with co-sponsor Kelty

on the beautiful lawn at Upward Brewing in Livingston Manor, NY.

Free public event! A great opportunity to see some of the basic equipment for setting up camp, whether at a campground or in the backcountry.

A night out […]

By lisalyons|July 15th, 2020|Uncategorized|Comments Off

Shoe and Boot Fittings

We love our new 6-foot wide green rug in the shoe-fitting area!

It helps us maintain a healthy distance while we provide our signature shoe and boot fittings. We have clean try-on socks for anyone who needs them. But it’s great if you bring your own!

Because returns are not allowed, getting a professional fitting before […]

By lisalyons|June 19th, 2020|Uncategorized|Comments Off

Morgan Outdoors Gently Re-Opened

SAME GREAT STORE – NEW LOOK
We have the same quality merchandise and passionate customer service that you count on finding at Morgan Outdoors – but the shop looks a little different inside. It’s more open and airy with longer views and wider aisles. Two big ol’ farmhouse windows are in place at the […]

By lisalyons|June 11th, 2020|Uncategorized|Comments Off

Morgan Outdoors eNEWS 17 April 2020

How have you been doing? We’ve missed you. We also miss being a part of our bustling Main Street filled with neighbors and friends.

This July marks our 15-year anniversary and we hope to celebrate it with you. Meanwhile, we promise to try as hard as we can to keep […]

By lisalyons|May 1st, 2020|Uncategorized|Comments Off