Hike and Buddhist Monastery
Saturday, March 29, 2025
Join us for a truly unique experience! For this trip, we’ll do a relaxing hike to connect with nature. But that’s not all! We’ll also visit and tour a beautiful Buddhist temple, the Chuang Yen Monastery, The monastery is on 225 acres in Kent, New York. The temple is home to the largest indoor statue of a Buddha in the Western Hemisphere. The name “Chuang Yen” means “Majestically Adorned,” and you will get to see why when you witness all of its beauty.
What’s included:
- NY State Licensed and Wilderness First Responder Certified Guides
- Transportation to and from NYC
- Visit to a monastery
Level: Relaxed (Learn More)
Mileage: 3.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 feet
Group Size: 2 - 14 adventurers
Departure:
Check-in Time: 7:45 am
Departure Time: 8:00 am
Return Time: Approximately 5:30 pm
$94.00
Wear
- Hiking boots
- Weather-appropriate, moisture-wicking, athletic clothing (no cotton)
- Wool or synthetic socks (no cotton)
- Gloves
- Warm hat
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
Pack
- Fleece / mid layer
- Windproof/waterproof top and bottom layers that can fit over all other layers
- Lunch
- Ample Snacks
- At least two (2) liters of water
- Backpack
- Sunscreen
- Hand / foot warmers (optional)
- Extra layers to adjust for changing weather conditions
- Extra pair of wool socks
- Trekking poles (optional)
- A change of clothes for the ride back (optional)
