Lisha Kill Preserve Pack Hike
On August 19, we will be taking a Pack Hike at the Lisha Kill Preserve. The Lisha Kill Preserve, owned by the Nature Conservancy, is a rare example of an old growth forest in a developed area. Some of trees (Eastern white pine and Eastern hemlock) are estimated to be well over 200 years old. I would classify this hike as low to moderate. There is a steep portion at the very beginning of the trail but the rest of the hike is mostly level and well-worn. Basically, the hike will be a little more difficult than the Peebles Island hike. The hike is about 1.7 miles and should take no more than two hours.
We will meet at 10:00am at Forts Ferry Elementary to meet and consolidate vehicles as the Lisha Kill Preserve's parking lot is not the largest, and then be on our way.
What to bring/wear:
▪ Sneakers or hiking boots with socks. No Crocs!
▪ Appropriate clothing (aka. shorts and a t-shirt, no uniform)
▪ Water
▪ Small Snack
▪ Camera (optional)
▪ Raincoat (depending on the weather)
▪ Bug spray
▪ Hat and/or sunglasses (optional)
▪ Knapsack or buttpack (optional)- you will need to carry your supplies and you should be
hands-free during a hike
▪ Pack leadership will have a first aid kit on hand.
What not to bring:
▪ Electronic devices including cell phones. If you need to make a call to be picked up at the
end of the hike, a cell phone will be provided by an adult leader. Any electronic devices will be taken and
returned to your parent/guardian.
▪ Pets
▪ Parents who choose to bring siblings along will be responsible for their safety and for making sure that
they keep up with the other hikers. Parents should exercise caution when deciding whether to bring a
sibling along as one of the stated purposes of the Hiking Program is that it is for exercise, and therefore
we want to keep everyone moving.
Directions from Forts Ferry Elementary to Lisha Kill Preserve at 2518 Rsoendale Rd., Schenectady
Take a right onto Forts Ferry Road towards Schenectady.Take left on Mill Rd. At light, take right onto Troy –Schenectady Road. Continue 4.5 miles and take right onto Mohegan Road. (Second right after Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery.) Take right onto Rosendale Road. Go 0.6 miles and look for the brown sign (Lisha Kill Preserve). Take right at old Grange building into lot. (Lat:42.7965 Lon:-73.8595)
We will meet at 10:00am at Forts Ferry Elementary to meet and consolidate vehicles as the Lisha Kill Preserve's parking lot is not the largest, and then be on our way.
What to bring/wear:
▪ Sneakers or hiking boots with socks. No Crocs!
▪ Appropriate clothing (aka. shorts and a t-shirt, no uniform)
▪ Water
▪ Small Snack
▪ Camera (optional)
▪ Raincoat (depending on the weather)
▪ Bug spray
▪ Hat and/or sunglasses (optional)
▪ Knapsack or buttpack (optional)- you will need to carry your supplies and you should be
hands-free during a hike
▪ Pack leadership will have a first aid kit on hand.
What not to bring:
▪ Electronic devices including cell phones. If you need to make a call to be picked up at the
end of the hike, a cell phone will be provided by an adult leader. Any electronic devices will be taken and
returned to your parent/guardian.
▪ Pets
▪ Parents who choose to bring siblings along will be responsible for their safety and for making sure that
they keep up with the other hikers. Parents should exercise caution when deciding whether to bring a
sibling along as one of the stated purposes of the Hiking Program is that it is for exercise, and therefore
we want to keep everyone moving.
Directions from Forts Ferry Elementary to Lisha Kill Preserve at 2518 Rsoendale Rd., Schenectady
Take a right onto Forts Ferry Road towards Schenectady.Take left on Mill Rd. At light, take right onto Troy –Schenectady Road. Continue 4.5 miles and take right onto Mohegan Road. (Second right after Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery.) Take right onto Rosendale Road. Go 0.6 miles and look for the brown sign (Lisha Kill Preserve). Take right at old Grange building into lot. (Lat:42.7965 Lon:-73.8595)
Hiking Skill Belt Loop and Pin
Scout will have the opportunity to work on and earn the skill belt loop and/or pin. Below is a link for the worksheet and the safety rules referred to in the requirements.
Click Here for Cub Scout Hiking Belt Loop and Pin Worksheet
Click Here for Cub Scout Hiking Belt Loop and Pin Worksheet
Hiking Safety
1. Hiking Safety:
▪ Always tell someone where you are going and when you will return.
▪ Never hike alone or at night; use the buddy system.
▪ Dress properly for the weather and environment.
▪ Wear sun and insect protection
▪ Take an extra pair of socks in case you need to change.
▪ Obey traffic signs and signals. Avoid hiking along roadways.
▪ Stay on the trail. Be alert to your surroundings.
▪ Don't litter as you hike.
▪ Be alert to dangerous animals, insects, and plants. Never touch a wild animal.
▪ Take 1 pint of water for each hour you will be hiking.
▪ Never drink untreated water.
2. Understand how "The Sweet Sixteen of BSA Safety" would apply to the hiking situation.
▪ Always tell someone where you are going and when you will return.
▪ Never hike alone or at night; use the buddy system.
▪ Dress properly for the weather and environment.
▪ Wear sun and insect protection
▪ Take an extra pair of socks in case you need to change.
▪ Obey traffic signs and signals. Avoid hiking along roadways.
▪ Stay on the trail. Be alert to your surroundings.
▪ Don't litter as you hike.
▪ Be alert to dangerous animals, insects, and plants. Never touch a wild animal.
▪ Take 1 pint of water for each hour you will be hiking.
▪ Never drink untreated water.
2. Understand how "The Sweet Sixteen of BSA Safety" would apply to the hiking situation.
