Guardian Revival Calendar
We organize free events for guardians (active & retired) and their families:
Active Military ᐧ Veterans ᐧ Reserves ᐧ National Guard ᐧ Law Enforcement ᐧ Fire & Rescue ᐧ Emergency Medical Services ᐧ Dispatchers ᐧ Corrections ᐧ Federal Agents
Join us for adventures, music, peer support, and more — we offer both virtual & in-person events
Please RSVP to participate. We hope to see you soon!

Play: "With No Name On The Marquee”
We’re honored to welcome back to the stage Vietnam Veteran and Silver Star recipient Karl Rohde for his one-man, one-act play, written based on his experience 'in theater' in Vietnam: "With No Name On The Marquee." Originally performed on Vietnam Veterans Day in 2023 for the 50th anniversary of the last US combat troops departing Vietnam on March 29, 1973. As Karl says, “For many of us, we are still there.”

Family Baseball Night
We’re welcoming you & your family back to the ballpark this summer to enjoy Hudson Valley Renegades baseball games at their home in Heritage Financial Park. As the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, the Renegades provide local baseball fans with great games. This Guardian Homefront event is for family members & their guardians (kids welcome!).

Backpacking 101
Come spend the weekend relaxing, learning new skills and making memories with your fellow veterans & first responders on an amazing two-day, one-night backpacking adventure in Harriman State Park, NY.
DIFFICULTY: 🟨 Yellow (moderately strenuous)

Mindfulness Walk | Rockefeller State Park
Join outdoor leaders Leslie and Lauren on a peaceful countryside walk around picturesque Swan Lake in the Rockefeller State Park Preserve just outside of Pleasantville, NY.
DIFFICULTY: 🟪 Purple (easiest)

Earth Week Trail Cleanup
Join Another Summit for our 2025 Trail Cleanup in celebration of Earth Day.
DIFFICULTY: 🟦 Blue (easy)

Family Fishing Day
Join us for a fun, family-friendly fishing outing at Pelton Pond — offered as part of April, the month of the military child. This event is a collaboration with Another Summit, our outdoor adventure program. Fishing gear & bait and refreshments will be provided.

Spring Birding
Join Another Summit on a 1.5 mile spring birding walk on the Sierra Trail at the Stonykill Farm Environmental Education Center just outside Fishkill, NY.
DIFFICULTY: 🟦 Blue (easy)

Mindfulness Walk | Stony Kill Farm
Join outdoor leaders Leslie and Lauren on an easy 1 mile meditative walk on the scenic Sierra Trail at Stony Kill Farm, just outside of Fishkill, NY.
DIFFICULTY: 🟦 Blue (easy)

Family Mini Golf & Ice Cream
Tee off for a fun family day with mini golf and ice cream at the historic Red Rooster Mini Golf & Drive-In. Navigate through obstacles, enjoy friendly competition with fellow guardians & families, and enjoy a sweet treat. This Guardian Homefront event is for family members & their guardians (kids welcome!).

Women Guardians Backpacking Adventure
Join your fellow women guardians on a rejuvenating and educational two-day, one-night, beginner-friendly backpacking adventure in Harriman State Park.
DIFFICULTY: 🟨 Yellow (moderately strenuous)

Mindfulness Walk | Cornish Estate
Join outdoor leaders Leslie and Lauren on an easy 1.8 mile meditative walk along a mostly paved path that is tucked away in the woods of Cold Spring, NY in the Hudson Highlands State Park.
DIFFICULTY: 🟦 Blue (easy)

Family Baseball Night
We’re welcoming you & your family back to the ballpark this summer to enjoy Hudson Valley Renegades baseball games at their home in Heritage Financial Park. As the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, the Renegades provide local baseball fans with great games. This Guardian Homefront event is for family members & their guardians (kids welcome!).

Family Baseball Night
We’re welcoming you & your family back to the ballpark this summer to enjoy Hudson Valley Renegades baseball games at their home in Heritage Financial Park. As the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, the Renegades provide local baseball fans with great games. This Guardian Homefront event is for family members & their guardians (kids welcome!).

Play: "With No Name On The Marquee”
We’re honored to welcome back to the stage Vietnam Veteran and Silver Star recipient Karl Rohde for his one-man, one-act play, written based on his experience 'in theater' in Vietnam: "With No Name On The Marquee." Originally performed on Vietnam Veterans Day in 2023 for the 50th anniversary of the last US combat troops departing Vietnam on March 29, 1973. As Karl says, “For many of us, we are still there.”

Jams: Beacon
Our Jam sessions are outlets for guardians to explore music & build meaningful relationships and are hosted by a trained Lead Musician. Guardians of any skill level are welcome to join — using your own instrument or one of ours.

Pine Swamp Loop
Join our outdoor leaders on a scenic 3.1-mile hike on the Pine Swamp Mountain Loop in Harriman State Park, NY.
DIFFICULTY: 🟩 Green (moderate)

Jams: Beacon
Our Jam sessions are outlets for guardians to explore music & build meaningful relationships and are hosted by a trained Lead Musician. Guardians of any skill level are welcome to join — using your own instrument or one of ours.

Mindfulness Walk | Bear Mountain
Join outdoor leaders Leslie and Lauren on a peaceful mindfulness walk along a paved 1.4-mile loop around historic Hessian Lake in Bear Mountain State Park. A rocky outcrop provides the perfect spot to admire the beautiful scenery, such as the tranquil lake and views of the surrounding hills. DIFFICULTY: 🟪 Purple (easiest)

Jams: Beacon
Our Jam sessions are outlets for guardians to explore music & build meaningful relationships and are hosted by a trained Lead Musician. Guardians of any skill level are welcome to join — using your own instrument or one of ours.

Jams: Beacon
Our Jam sessions are outlets for guardians to explore music & build meaningful relationships and are hosted by a trained Lead Musician. Guardians of any skill level are welcome to join — using your own instrument or one of ours.

Frozen Waterfall Hike
Join our outdoor leaders for a winter hike to remember! This 3.9-mile hike through scenic Platte Clove Preserve in the Catskills checks all the boxes for an enjoyable winter hike, and is home to old bluestone quarries, great views and at this time of year, frozen waterfalls! After our hike we will take some time to explore a local Catskills town. DIFFICULTY: 🟩 Green (moderate)

Jams: Beacon
Our Jam sessions are outlets for guardians to explore music & build meaningful relationships and are hosted by a trained Lead Musician. Guardians of any skill level are welcome to join — using your own instrument or one of ours.

Jams: Beacon
Our Jam sessions are outlets for guardians to explore music & build meaningful relationships and are hosted by a trained Lead Musician. Guardians of any skill level are welcome to join — using your own instrument or one of ours.

Mindfulness Walk | Pelton Pond
Join outdoor leaders Leslie and Lauren on a peaceful 1-mile mindfulness walk through the scenic woods of Pelton Pond in Fahnestock State Park. Our walk will end at the pavilion, where we will warm up with a campfire and hot cocoa, and a mindful practice of releasing something into the fire which we either hope for or want to let go of. DIFFICULTY: 🟦 Blue (easy)

Jams: Beacon
Our Jam sessions are outlets for guardians to explore music & build meaningful relationships and are hosted by a trained Lead Musician. Guardians of any skill level are welcome to join — using your own instrument or one of ours.

2025 Transit Equity Day Walk
Celebrate Transit Equity Day a little early with Another Summit on a transit-accessible walk through the quaint village of Cold Spring, NY — one of the best portals to the outdoors that's accessible from NYC using public transit only, no car needed! This outing highlights the importance of equitable access to transportation and nature for all communities, including guardians and their families. DIFFICULTY: 🟦 Blue (easy)

Jams: Beacon
Our Jam sessions are outlets for guardians to explore music & build meaningful relationships and are hosted by a trained Lead Musician. Guardians of any skill level are welcome to join — using your own instrument or one of ours.

Winter Birding
Explore the serene beauty of the outdoors while learning the art of birding on a 1.8-mile walk along the Stonykill Sierra Trail. This beginner-friendly outing will cover methods for finding and identifying birds using binoculars, ID books and tech. Space is limited. All materials (ID books, binoculars) will be available to borrow. DIFFICULTY: 🟦 Blue (easy)

Fly Fishing Cohort: 1st Session
Join a year-long journey into the world of fly fishing, alongside fellow guardians. Our cohort-style course is designed for anglers of all levels. Over 12 months (via one in-person session per month) plus an exciting camping trip in August, you’ll learn everything you need to become a confident, knowledgeable angler and enjoy the outdoors in a new way.

Jams: Beacon
Our Jam sessions are outlets for guardians to explore music & build meaningful relationships and are hosted by a trained Lead Musician. Guardians of any skill level are welcome to join — using your own instrument or one of ours.

Jams: Beacon
Our Jam sessions are outlets for guardians to explore music & build meaningful relationships and are hosted by a trained Lead Musician. Guardians of any skill level are welcome to join — using your own instrument or one of ours.

DIY (Fire) Tinder Making Workshop
Join Another Summit for an afternoon of DIY fun as we learn to make effective, easy to carry tinders for your 10 Essentials fire kit. The ability to quickly start a fire can be a life saver in a survival situation. We will learn to make several types of DIY "quick tinders" that you can keep and easily recreate at home. Aside from making quick tinders, we will also work on fero rod striking technique. All materials will be provided. Please note children are welcome but must be supervised by a parent. DIFFICULTY: 🟪 Purple (easiest)

Jams: Beacon
Our Jam sessions are outlets for guardians to explore music & build meaningful relationships and are hosted by a trained Lead Musician. Guardians of any skill level are welcome to join — using your own instrument or one of ours.

First Day Hike 2025
Get your first steps in for 2025!
DIFFICULTY: 🟦 Blue (easy)
DISTANCE: 1 mile
DURATION: 1 - 2 hours

New Year’s Eve Sunset Hike 2024
Watch the last sunset of 2024!
DIFFICULTY: 🟨 Yellow (moderately strenuous)
DISTANCE: 4 miles
DURATION: 4 - 5 hours

Jams: Beacon
Our Jam sessions are outlets for guardians to explore music & build meaningful relationships and are hosted by a trained Lead Musician. Guardians of any skill level are welcome to join — using your own instrument or one of ours.

Jams: Beacon
Our Jam sessions are outlets for guardians to explore music & build meaningful relationships and are hosted by a trained Lead Musician. Guardians of any skill level are welcome to join — using your own instrument or one of ours.

Fahnestock Day Hike
Join our outdoor leaders Dawn and Bill for a 3.3-mile loop hike through the peaceful woods of Fahnestock State Park. DIFFICULTY: 🟩 Green (moderate)

Revive & Thrive 2024
Join us for our end of year celebration: Revive & Thrive 2024 in Peekskill, NY on December 5th. Enjoy a night of music, film premieres, dinner, and an afterparty. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of community and celebration!

Jams: Beacon
Our Jam sessions are outlets for guardians to explore music & build meaningful relationships and are hosted by a trained Lead Musician. Guardians of any skill level are welcome to join — using your own instrument or one of ours.

Opt Outside: Mount Beacon
DIFFICULTY: 🟨 Yellow (moderately strenuous)
DISTANCE: 4 miles
DURATION: 4 - 5 hours

Jams: Beacon
Our Jam sessions are outlets for guardians to explore music & build meaningful relationships and are hosted by a trained Lead Musician. Guardians of any skill level are welcome to join — using your own instrument or one of ours.

Women Veterans Recognition Brunch
Join us for a special opportunity to recognize & celebrate local women veterans and gain insights into their remarkable history, service, and experiences — in the military and beyond. Brunch to be provided by Ledley Catering as we hear from wonderful women veterans from our local community.
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Events for all our programs: Another Summit, Boots & Paws, Encore, Peer Services, and Homefront. Join us for adventures, music, workshops, peer support, and more.
We offer both virtual & in-person events. Hope to see you soon!
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