New York CROP Walk
The New Paltz CROP Walk was first known as United Nations World Food Program and was held at SUNY Campus New Paltz on their field track. Located in the scenic Hudson Valley of New York. This New York CROP Walk consisted of walking 18 miles on Mohonk Mountain House and Mohonk Preserve property.
Typically held on the first Saturday of May, this New York CROP Walk was the longest Walk A Thon Against Hunger on the east coast. With names like "heart break hill" and "cardiac hill", this all day event, was a challenging event "loved" by all.
Today the New Paltz CROP Walk (as it has become known), uses the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail System. Established on the old rail road bed, this site proved ideal for families, joggers and sightseers. Now just a 5 mile walk to accommodate the changes in life styles. The day was also changed to Sunday afternoon with the "Walk" now held in October.
The 2008 New Paltz CROP Walk had 150 "Walkers" and raised over $16,000. As with all CROP Walks, part of the donations stays in the local community; 25% of funds raised is given to Family of New Paltz.
Become part of our 37 year history in the Hudson Valley; join us on our next walk scheduled on October 18, 2009. Go to our contact us page if you would like more information emailed or mailed to you.