A local patriot hid gunpowder in his attic before the British occupation of Long Island during the American Revolution. Visit his home, which later became known as the Arsenal. See the village green, adjacent to the Arsenal, which was headquarters for the British on Long Island. The current militia holds drills and encampments on the green. Celebrate Muster Day in May or Huntington Independence Day in July at the Arsenal.
Huntington Militia Arsenal
425 Park Ave.
Huntington, NY 11743
huntingtonmilitia.com
Huntington is home to numerous parks and trails in natural settings. Visit Crab Meadow Beach to swim, stroll on the boardwalk or walk the trail within view of the tidal channel and wetlands. Go to Dix Hills Park to traverse the fitness trail with 20 exercise stations.The trail at Henry Ingraham Nature Preserve winds through oak, hickory and walnut woods as it passes a pre-revolutionary era cemetery. View the extensive trail system on the town website. Skateboarders will want to try the city skate park, an intricate configuration of grind boxes, rails, quarter- and half-pipes designed to challenge the most talented skaters.
Huntington Parks & Recreation Department
100 Main St
Huntington, NY 11743
631-351-3089
town.huntington.ny.us
Visit the birthplace of one of America's foremost poets. Born in West Hills in 1819, Whitman founded the Huntington newspaper, The Long-Islander, which is still published. Hike the 8.2-mile Walt Whitman National Recreation Trail that rises to the highest point on Long Island. Start at the birthplace as you prowl the same ground that Whitman did. Dogs, horses, and hikers are all welcome on the trail.
Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic Site
246 Old Walt Whitman Rd.
West Hills, NY 11746
631-427-5240
waltwhitman.org
Caumsett, a day-use park, has 1,750 acres for outdoor sports and recreation activities. Hike, bike, jog, and ride horseback on the various nature trails in the large park, and cross-country ski during the winter. You also can obtain a permit for fishing or scuba diving. The park has manicured gardens and natural areas encompassing woodlands, salt marsh and rocky shorelines. Volunteers for Wildlife Hospital and Education Center operates from the park to aid injured Long Island wildlife through hospitalization and rehabilitation.
Caumsett State Historic Park
25 Lloyd Harbor Road
Huntington, NY 11743
631-423-1770
nysparks.state.ny.us
