Paths Along the Hudson is at once a hiking guide that details the salient features encountered along the way, and a Baedeker to the geography, geology, history and ecology of the Hudson, as seen from the paths that trace two shores. ItÆs the kind of book that you can peruse in your den prior to hitting the trail or stow in your backpack as a resource to be consulted as you wind your way north. Also, if youÆve never hiked seriously before, PerlsÆ book contains several excellent introductory sections to the gear, footwear and clothing necessary for enjoyable trekking.
~Star-Ledger
Paths Along the Hudson is liberally sprinkled with understandable maps and has a useful index. The bibliography suggests sufficient reading to keep couch hikers satisfied for the next decade.
~Half Moon Press
Besides explaining the how and where of walking and biking along the Hudson River, this clearly written book includes information about the topographyclimate and even environmental issues of the river. . . . The author covers the waterfront, as it were, giving pointers about everything from insect repellent to backpacks. Highly recommended."
~Times Herald Record
The book focuses on the 150-mile section of the river from New York Harbor north to Albany. [Perls] maps out walks and bike trails, both urban and rural, and includes a section on how to prepare for walking or biking workouts. The book also deals with such pitfalls as sunburn or frostbite, insects, rabies, poison ivy, venomous snakes, and even getting lost.
~Riverdale Press