Dear All:
Great to see this morning – and great to see you too! 🙂
So – the sign-up sheet for next weekend’s grill-up is in the Breezeway……
Just like last year, we are having a fun day out fishing/swimming/hiking/eating/lazing (whatever works for you!) at FDR Park on Saturday, August 3rd.
We have reserved a section at the Park for the COGS with picnic tables and grilling facilities, with its own parking area. The section is Parking 1A.
Here’s my request – if you did not get a chance to sign up in person and cannot do so by Wed. July 31st, please send me a direct email to scott@howtoinusa.com by that date, if possible, and confirm that you will attend and how many in your party.
We are buying the burgers, dogs, chicken etc accordingly based on estimated numbers.
Directions
The most convenient access to the Park for where we will be located is from the Taconic Parkway – take the exit for the FDR Park – follow the road and bear left when it splits.
Here is the Map
http://nysparks.com/parks/attachments/FranklinD.RooseveltTrailMap.pdf
We will be cooking burgers and dogs, providing disposable plates and silverware, cups etc. We do ask that you bring a side dish for the group if you can and your own beverages.
We aim to arrive at around 10.30AM but feel free to drop by when it suits you, of course.
http://nysparks.com/parks/148/getting-there.aspx
Fees
The cost to park a vehicle is $8, unless you already have an annual pass.
There is a minimal fee for swimming. There are lots of other activities, of course, many of which are free.
For additional info on all rates click below.
http://nysparks.com/parks/148/fees-rates.aspx
Fishing
Here is some needed info on fishing, which requires a little advance preparation.
The cost for a boat rental for fishing is $7 per hour, I believe, with a returnable deposit of $30 per boat – CASH ONLY.
I am told you can also fish from the edge of the same Mohansic Lake, so do not absolutely need a boat – but perhaps you enjoy the extra challenge!
PLEASE NOTE – if you wish to fish you need a fishing license if age 16 or over.
You can obtain a license online for $5 for the day or get one in advance at Yorktown Town Hall or Bob’s Tackle shop ( see below ).
You do NOT need a separate Reservoir Access Permit for fishing in the State Park.
Fishing License Info and Buying Online
Contact the Call Center at 86NYDECALS (866-933-2257) if you have problems online.
Yorktown Town Hall Info
http://www.yorktownny.org/townclerk/conservation-huntingfishing-licenses
Yorktown Phone: 914 962-5722 ext. 209
Fishing Equipment & Bait
The Park does NOT have equipment rentals NOR does it have bait. You need to bring those/go digging for worms in the Park if you have the inclination!
Bob’s tackle shop is a good bet for bait and tackle and you can buy a rod and reel fairly inexpensively at KMART/TARGET, of course. Bob’s store can process your license also, I think – just check ahead.
Bob’s store hours are from pre-dawn until dusk!
http://www.bobssportandtackle.com/
Bob’s Tackle – Tel: 914-232-4085
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I think that’s it – apart from LET’S HAVE A GREAT DAY OUT!
Looking forward to it.
Have a great week.
Scott