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Boost brain function while enjoying the beauty of the Long Island Greenbelt!  Dr. Keri Chiappino, chiropractic neurologist, recommends walking and hiking to maximize brain health, especially for the developing brain.
 
Obesity in youngsters is reaching epidemic proportions, contributing to many chronic illnesses.  This is partially a byproduct of our children spending  more time in front of the computer and television and less time playing outdoors.   Walking and hiking provide a healthy alternative to TV and video games, with a myriad of benefits.

In addition to the visual stimulation from the physical beauty, the sounds of the birds and the wind rustling through the leaves stimulate the auditory cortex, while the smells of the earth and the wild flowers stimulate the olfactory nerves.  Navigating over roots and stones and walking on uneven ground stimulate the cerebellum, which promotes balance, coordination, and good posture.  Learning about the different trees, insects, flowers, and animals, enhances mental function and memory.

Make it a family affair.  It’s a perfect opportunity to spend time together, get exercise and receive the gifts that nature has to offer.

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Long Island Greenbelt Trail Selected as NEWSDAY’s pick for Best Trails for 2008-2009

1978-2009 Our 31st Anniversary

The LONG ISLAND GREENBELT TRAIL CONFERENCE is a unique, non-profit grassroots organization that has created more than 200 miles of hiking paths on Long Island, including three National Recreation Trails. We are dedicated to protecting open space and our scenic Greenbelt trails for all to enjoy. We lead over 200 FREE GUIDED HIKES each year; and have donated a total of over 500,000 volunteer hours to Long Island’s parks and trails.  

Our MAPS of our trails and woodlands, contributed by naturalist Larry Paul, are acknowledged as the very best and most detailed of any on Long Island. We encourage you to JOIN the Long Island Greenbelt Trail Conference and help us KEEP LONG ISLAND GREEN! Use this web site to learn more about our organization.  

To find the Greenbelt Office in Blydenburgh Park: from Route 25-25A in Smithtown, go south on Brooksite Dr.; at next light (New Mill Rd.), turn right to park entrance at end of road….From Route 347, find Brooksite Dr. between the 347-454 junction and Rt. 111; head north on Brooksite to Cygnet Drive.  Make left and follow to the end.  Go left on New Mill Road to the park. Follow the paved path at the west end of the lot to the Blydenburgh-Weld House.

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Long Island Greenbelt Trail Conference, Inc
P.O. Box 5636
Hauppauge, NY 11788
Phone 631 360 0753
Fax 631 980 4009