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walkway.org
What was once an abandoned
railroad bridge is now the longest
By BRITTANY L. MORGAN
I
t's finally time to get the kids
outside to experience the wonders
of nature and enjoy some family
time outdoors.
There are a bevy of not-so-far-
away spots that offer inexpensive
ways to be outside. Many of them
even offer picnic areas so families
can stop and enjoy the fresh air.
Walkway over the Hudson
Poughkeepsie, Dutchess County
elevated pedestrian bridge in the
world. The 212 feet high, 1.28 mile
Walkway connects Poughkeepsie on
the east side of the Hudson River
and Highland on the west side. Bikes
are allowed, and the park offers in-
terpretive signs and a "Talkway Over
the Walkway" cell phone tour. Picnic
tables and parking are available at
the entrances on both sides.
Basha Kill Wildlife Management
Area
Wurtsboro, Sullivan County
thebashakill.org/wildlife.htm
Area get-aways:
Top family picnic spots
Walkway over the Hudson