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PUBLISHER MESSAGE
 WITH A LOT OF HELP FROM MY FRIENDS
A
         s a child of the ‘60’s I tend to reference things   rection of ROBERT CHALONER they have held the
         through that era’s cultural lens. And a large       line managing to balance beds against patents, staff
         part of it was the music the Beatles gifted         against overflow, PPE supplies against demand. The
us. So, there’s nothing like a little “Sargent Pepper’s”     staff there is to be congratulated on answering the
to put things in proper perspective. The fact a cer-         call in what must be one of the most critical times in
tain track from that iconic album echoed through my          their over 100 year history. Through their efforts and
days these past few weeks makes perfect sense.               the good Lord above we’ve seen far fewer deaths and
   We have all come to rely on our friends and               hospitalizations than Long Island overall and the City.
neighbors in ways never before thought this peril-              To them we add thanks for the volunteer EMT and
ous spring. Simple acts like staying inside, wearing a       Ambulance crews from across East Hampton and
mask, avoiding contact, only buying 2 rolls of toilet        Southampton Towns. The State, Country and local
paper a day are all part of that community effort. Al-       police, volunteer firemen and Town workers who
though my sister-in-law’s mailing a 4 pack of Char-          have showed up every day to answer the needs of
min from California was a particularly kind, if strange      their fellow East Enders. Never forget the men and
thing to do.                                                 women who stock the shelves of your local grocery
   Given our spot in the eye of this once-in-a-hun-          store or market, the deli and restaurant workers who
dred years pandemic those actions and more have              keep the food coming, the taxi and bus drivers who
been crucial to our bending the curve and saving             get you from A to B.
lives Even so, too many have been lost. Most of us              And don’t forget to give yourself a big pat on the
know someone who has been sick or died. One of               back for being part of the solution. Every individual’s
my wife’s best friends lost a best friend. Her Temple        act to tamp down the spread of this killer has been        Let's hear it for the staff of Stony Brook/Southamp-
mourns another. Overall this great State has counted         crucial to the progress we’ve made. Much has come          ton Hospital!
its daily lives lost in the hundreds while the country’s     at a hefty price to your economic, mental and per-
toll top’s 70,000 as I write.                                sonal fortunes. Sad to say we may have to keep this       this together. And I for one could not be prouder
                                                             up a bit longer or risk an increase in infections. It’s   of my fellow East Enders. Hang in there. One day,
  THANKS WHERE THANKS IS DUE                                 not easy. But the price to pay for indifference or ne-    hopefully soon, we’ll be in that land where we might
  Locally STONY BROOK/SOUTHAMPTON HOS-                       glect could be high.                                      walk hand-in-hand, mask less into a bright future. ■
PITAL has led the fight again the virus. Under the di-          Like few times in our shared history we are all in                                        Kirby Marcantonio

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WHAT'S NEW IN 2020
  NEW SEASON,
 NEW CHALLENGES
I
   f I may modify a phrase from Shakespeare we are
   all living through a spring of our utter discontent.
   The Cono-19 virus stalks the country overshadow-
ing what should be a season of hope and life with
indiscriminate death and despair. As part of the epi-
center the East End is firmly in the eye of this storm.
And it is changing the shape and scope of the most
important few months of year here like no other event.
   As we go to press we hope the current NY State
PAUSE will begin to lift and allow a semblance of nor-
malcy to creep back into view. At best that looks to
begin mid-June. While we wait much of the area plans
how to offer you a summer’s worth of enjoyment and
reprieve under these challenging circumstances. We
are a resourceful lot and will find ways to do that. For
now there are things to bear in mind.

  MEMORIAL DAY
    Let’s start with the traditional opening event of the
season. Memorial Day weekend has always been a
pivotal point on the East End calendar. An All-Amer-
ican day marked with parades and speeches honor-
ing those who have served and those who have fallen.
When I was a Boy Scout I marched in the annual East
Hampton parade. Main Street was lined with adoring             Bridgehampton’s St. Ann’s offers a sentiment we all share this season.
parents and friends cheering us on as we made our
way past the shops towards the Hook Mill green. What
were to me old men in faded uniforms laid wreaths for        often called one of the most beautiful in the land.         music, lectures, parties and more. Unfortunately as we
fallen comrades and gave thanks for our way of life.            As we relax from the grip of this disease we will        move into June most are still closed and their summer
    This year we will have no parades. If wreaths are        no doubt reschedule the village’s centennial parade.        seasons cancelled or in limbo. That includes the largest
laid they will be done with solemnity that reflects these    Maybe we can see it over the same weekend the LVIS          including BAY STREET THEATER, GUILD HALL, the
days as much as battles waged long ago. It will be a         plans to hold its 124th annual Summer Fair, July 24. If     SOUTHAMPTON ARTS CENTER, SOUTHAMPTON
Memorial Day we will long remember for its absence           so floats and bands will parade down that elm shaded        CULTURAL CDENTER, PARISH ART MUSEUM, and
of pomp and ceremony as we continue to wage a war            lane accompanied by the sound of kids and carousels         WESTHAMPTON PERFORMING ARTS CENTER.
against a different still deadly enemy.                      from the LVIS HQ on Main Street. Keep your fingers             The problem with them all is necessary social dis-
    In East Hampton this Memorial Day was going to be        crossed!                                                    tancing that is required to meet Covid-19 health re-
the beginning of celebrations for two local institutions.                                                                quirements. Keeping six feet between attendees
It is the 100th anniversary of the establishment of East           THE ARTS                                              requires either capping your audience at 25% of the
Hampton Village and the 125th anniversary of the                One of the central elements of a summer in the           usual occupancy, a recipe for financial ruin. As we look
founding of the Ladies Village Improvement Society           Hamptons is the events offered by our collection of         forward to a gradual reopening mid to late-June the
(LVIS). Both have worked to preserve and maintain the        world-class arts centers. Showcases for the full spec-      general trend for all these organizations is to reconsti-
unique historical and cultural fabric of this over 400       trum of visual and performance art their summer cal-        tute their offerings into smaller events either on-line
year-old village. Their success has resulted in it being     endars typically overflow exhibitions, plays, dance,        or virtual while looking to outdoor venues to host live

                        SPARE THE SHARKS
       50 years ago a tradition on the East End was launched         became host to 2 tournaments a year in June and again
    to celebrate our sport fishing history. Surprisingly it pre-     in August that attracted anglers from Maine to Key West.
    dates the launch of the book and movie that ignited              One of the cornerstones of the Montauk calendar this
    frenzy in that fishery. Five years before “Jaws” captured        year we seem to have lost them all to the Covid virus.
    the collective consciousness and scared a generation                 As we go to press Star Island has cancelled both their
    out of the water Montauk held its first shark tournament.        events while the crew at the Marine Basin is still mulling
    A few boats gathered at the MONTAUK MARINE BA-                   the prospect over. Leaving aside the logistics of running
    SIN and set out to see what they could catch. Fish were          a large-scale event in these trying times they both know
    landed, prizes were awarded, a party ensued an annual            the health and safety of their customers, boaters and at-
    event was established.                                           tendees takes precedence over the benefits of hosting.
       Since then tournaments have blossomed into multi-             If things change and there is a way to move forward the
    day events attracting hundreds of boats competing for            Marine Basin’s 2020 dates of June 25-27 may hold. If not,
    large cash prizes and the chance to be crowned top gun.          they’ll see you in 2021! To get the latest call them at
    Joining the Marine Basin, nearby SAM’S STAR ISLAND               631-668-5900.

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WHAT'S NEW IN 2020
performances. The most ambitious discussed so far is
Bay Street’s hope to host a 4-6 week season of staged
readings at a public space in Sag Harbor. Discussions
to use the new John Steinbeck Park on the waterfront
next to 7-11 have been held but so far nothing has
been inked.
   One new institution many were looking forward to
with great expectation was the opening of the SAG
HARBOR ARTS CINEMA. Lost to a fire three winters
ago the old movie hall was almost ready to take the
wraps off its complete rebuilding this April. Patrons
would have walked into a virtual shrine to cinema,
three stories filled with state-of-the-art screening
rooms, meeting and conference space, a ground floor
café and third story catering space. A $15 million dol-
lar addition to the local arts scene its opening is now
on indefinite hold.
   One thing is for certain. There is a will to have the
arts survive this pandemic. Ad where there is a will
well, there will be some way forward. It won’t be 300
people sitting in Bay Street but performances will hap-
pen this summer. Be sure to check with each organiza-
tion for updates.

  DINING AND RETAIL                                           A united East End will not give in to the Dark Side.
   While we wait for the lifting of the NYS PAUSE pe-
riod all local restaurants are closed for sit-down ser-
vice. Since mid-March those open have been doing             the bills with less than 50% occupancy. Others will try        In East Hampton the soon to open MOBY’S will
a great job providing take-out and curb-side pick-up.        and may fail anyway. Unless we can get back to some        no doubt take full advantage of the return to their
Sure, it’s not the same experience as a night on the         semblance of business as normal soon there will be         2018 spot on the Montauk Highway east of the village
town but still. Enjoying a three course delight from         casualties. Signs will come down, lights will go out.      where last year’s Paulo’s held brief sway. Just down the
Nick and Toni’s or Inlet Seafood sure beats another          Familiar names will fade.                                  road BOSTWICKS can overflow into their large deck/
frozen entre, right?                                            One style of dining that will survive maybe even        patio, too. North of the village the HARBOR BISTRO
   With many offering drinks and wine to-go too, a           thrive is any venue that has sufficient outdoor seating.   has good sized deck and large lawn that could be a
close to normal dining experience can fill the gastro-       Open space to place tables at socially distant intervals   perfect place to watch the sun go down over Three
nomic gap. From pizza and sushi to BBQ and Mexican           that both make customers feel comfortable and allow        Mile Harbor.
East End delis, pizzerias, markets and more have been        enough traffic to pay the bills. Southampton, Sag Har-         Ingenuity being the basic DNA of all successful
cranking out breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Next         bor Village, Bridgehampton and Montauk allow Main          restauteurs` I expect many local spots will find ways to
time you pick-up your share be sure to thanks those as       Street spots to use sidewalk tables already so that        squeeze the most from this challenging season. Like
essential as any workers for their time and effort.          helps. East Hampton Village just passed a new law al-      all year-rounders looking to preserve the dining fabric
   Once local restaurants are given the green light          lowing much the same. It may only be an extra 6 or 8       of this area I certainly wish them the best of luck.
they will no doubt have to limit occupancy to a fraction     tables per location but it helps pay the bills.                As for retailers essential businesses like groceries,
of their current seating. Social distancing will place          If you move outside the downtown areas there are        pharmacies, delis, gas stations, hardware stores, pet
tables further apart. PPE may well be worn by servers        restaurants that have large outside space that could       supplies have never closed. Specialty stores like bike
and staff. Diners may have to do the same or meet            offer as much outdoor seating as the ever had indoor.      shops, car dealers, marinas are open. But if you need
health requirements to be seated. None of this will be       In Montauk’s INLET SEAFOOD, RICKS CRABBY                   a new dress, surfboard, dining table you have to make
easy for either owners or customers.                         COWBOY CAFÉ, GOSMAN’S, DURYEAS, SWAL-                      arrangements for curb-side pick-up or simply wait for
   I know some restaurants that are choosing not to          LOW, SALIVAR’S, STAR ISLAND YC, GURNEY’S and               the “all clear” to sound. For all our sake we hope that’s
reopen with reduced seating. They simply can’t pay           the NAPEAGUE CLAM BAR spring to mind.                      soon.

                         KEEP IT LOCAL
   O
            ver the course of this pandemic one       the hundred of stores that line village streets
            section of commerce that has actually     will only survive if you shop and dine with
            prospered are big biz stores and on-      them. It could be a branch of a familiar name
   line providers. Specifically Amazon, Walmart,      or a real mom-and-pop those stores are filled
   Target, Costco and others have seen sales          with workers and owners who will not be here
   go through the roof. Makes sense, they have        the next time you need them if you don’t di-
   warehouses loaded with hard-to-find goods          vert some of your business to them now.
   and they deliver to your door. But as we move         With 80% of a local business’s annual sales
   towards some kind of new normal please re-         done in the next 90 days the clock is ticking.
   member this.                                       And it is ticking loudly!! Unless you want to
      “Main Street needs you like never before!!”     see the commercial life blood sucked out of
      Whether you live here year-round, season-       your favorite East End village put down the
   ally or are just waiting out the disease know      tablet and stop by your local shop.

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EAST END PARKS & BEACHES

E
        ver since the first stay-at-home orders were
        given people have been looking for safe ac-
        tivities and space. No wonder the many local
Parks have seen record use. So much some have
been closed or restricted for periods or times. That’s
particularly true of local beaches. Where better to
drop your guard and your face mask/covering and
breathe fresh air? Let the kids roam? Take the dog
off the leash? It all makes so much sense. Until you
begin to see crowds that look like Coney Island on
Fourth of July at Main Beach in May. No offense to
lovely Coney Island but the whole idea of social dis-
tancing dissipates when you’re shoulder to shoul-
der with fellow beach goers. That’s why both East
Hampton and Southampton Town instituted their
restrictive beach parking regulations a full month be-
fore the start of the season. And they both stopped
selling permits for 2020. With swimming weather in         BEACHES                                                  a jungle gym and swing away to their hearts content.
full bloom you’re likely to see even more changes to        Since strict parking rules apply across the East        In East Hampton HERRICK PARK is located across
beach use.                                               End know two things. If you want to walk/bike onto         the street from the Middle School at the end of com-
   As we speak plans under discussion include limit-                                                                mercial district on Newtown Lane. You’ll find public
                                                         a beach, no problem, if you plan to park and do not
                                                                                                                    basketball and tennis there, too. In Southampton
ing the number of bathers at any one beach and en-       have a 2020 valid sticker be sure to head here it is
                                                                                                                    AGAWAM PARK is located at the end of Job’s Lane
forcing social distancing. Stationing police at beach    free or daily paid. That would include Montauk’s
                                                                                                                    with acres of open space for everyone to enjoy.
entrances to handle overflow. Limiting or eliminating    KIRK PARK next to the IGA on Main Street, East
the use of bath houses, lockers, showers and bath-       Hampton’s MAIN BEACH with its historic 120 year-             THE NATURE TRAIL
rooms. Other questions, will lifeguards be on duty,      old wooden pavilion and deck at the end of Ocean              Set in the heart of East Hampton Village this 50
will on-site restaurants open, are all on the table.     Avenue or Southampton’s COOPER BEACH.                      acre preserve has been a favorite destination for na-
   As we move towards a fuller reopening in June                                                                    ture lovers for over 100 years. Interlaced with streams,
you can expect to see changes in usage and access          PLAY GROUNDS                                             wooden bridges and walkways this wooded retreat is
across the East End board. So read the signs, heed          As long as the sun is shining a visit to a local play   a peaceful, quiet, contemplative place for young and
the warnings, and roll with the park punches. For to-    ground is a great option for the whole family. Plenty      old alike. Home to generations of almost tame ducks
day this is what we know.                                of space for the kids to run around, kick a ball, climb    and swans feel free to bring a little treat and feed the

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flocks. You will find the entrance and parking on Da-
vid’s Lane just off Main Street.
   When you get to Montauk your choices grow. Of
course, feel free to beachcomb all day long. Drop
down to the harbor and watch the boats come and
go. Or take advantage of the extensive State Park sys-
tem to truly explore.

  MONTAUK POINT STATE PARK
   The 724 acres at the very tip of the Montauk Penin-
sula contains both the venerable Montauk Lighthouse
as well as an impressive system of trails, fresh water
ponds, and miles of rocky beaches. The Lighthouse
itself is one of our favorite attractions, its extensive
collection of exhibits and photographs open daily
10AM-4:30PM. Admission is $12 for adults $8 seniors
$5 kids with parking only $8. While there be sure to
check-out the expanded gift shop for a memento
to bring back to the folks. For more information call
them at 631-668-2544.
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  HITHER HILLS STATE PARK
   The largest State park in Montauk, this 1755 acre
site stretches from ocean to bay, and offers the most
extensive recreational facilities of all Montauk parks.
Central to that is the oceanfront fields for RV’s, camp-
ers and tents, with playgrounds, a ball field, 10 acre               Three Fabulous Resorts...
scenic picnic area with fireplaces, horseshoe courts,                  One Great Vacation
volleyball, extensive bridle and hiking paths. One of
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tors are invited to use their pristine ocean beach daily               2 Heated Swimming Pools • Restaurant and Beach Bar • Game Room • 1,200 feet of Beach Front Property
with a $10 parking fee, or buy a seasonal permit to
fish the beach proper or the 40 acre fresh water pond
just north of the main grounds in Hither Woods.

  THEODORE ROOSEVELT
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   In 1898, Theodore Roosevelt used Third House as
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  CAMP HERO STATE PARK
    This is the remains of one of the largest military
installations in Montauk and the site of the popular
if rather misguided conspiracy theories known as the
“Montauk Project”. 50 years ago a thriving Air Force
radar station that monitored Cold War activity along
the Eastern shore it is now a deserted village of old
barracks and mess halls overseen by a dilapidated
radar tower. The 400 plus acres are also the site of a                                 The Royal Atlantic Beach Resorts
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                                By now most folks have their
                                wish list filed for the com-
                                ing summer. But with the
                                still PAUSED restrictions on
                        3
        2                       retail you may still need a
                                new board, bike or boat. If
                                so know many of our local
                                outlets are opening soon or
                                under curb-side delivery for
                                your convenience.
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                                    shores for over 100 years. Find your Chris-
                                    Craft at the area’s leading dealer in new and
                                    slightly used boats Southampton’s DAVE BO-
                                    FILL MARINE 631-283-3444.

                                2   Kick up some dust with a top-of-the-line ATV,
                                    motorcycle, scooter or dirt bike from the East
                                    End’s largest dealer, HAMPTON MOTORS-
                                    PORT 631-287-6085.

                                3   Nothing like catching a wall of water on a crisp
                                    spring day. To do it in comfort and style make
                4                   sure you have a quality wet suit and board from
                                    the East End’s best surf shop, Montauk’s AIR
                                    AND SPEED 631-668-0356.

                                4   When you want to careen across field and
                                    woods choose a quality off-road from the very
                    5               best, Cannondale. You’ll find the full range of
                                    on and off-road editions at AMAGANSETT
                                    BEACH & BIKE 631-267-6325.

                                5   Like this classic 10’ 5’ from Bote you’ll find
                                    some of the best Stand-Up Paddle Boards
                                    (SUP) in the East End at AMAGANSETT
                                    BEACH AND BIKE 631-267-6325.

                                6   The East End’s largest classic car dealer is
                                    Southampton’s AVENTURA MOTORS 631-
                                    283-8819. Find a vintage Benz, customized
                                    Defender or fully restored classic American
                                    muscle car under their spacious roof.

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SPRING GEAR

                                    With beaches open, waters
                                    warming and open space
                                    calling it is prime time to en-
                    2               joy all the East End has to
                                    offer this spring. If you need
                                    anything these are the folks
                                    to see.
                                    1   Take to the high seas with a premium Grady-
                                        White. From 16 ft skiffs to 46’ cruisers you’ll
                                        find the best selection at SPELLMAN’S MA-
                                        RINA 631-728-9200 in Hampton Bays.

                                    2   MONTAUK CYCLE COMPANY 631-668-
                                        8975 is the newest bike shop in the area with a
                                        great selection of on and off-road editions from
                                        Fuji, Tuesday, Giant and more.
                3
                                    3   Grab a classic beach cruiser from the folks
                                        who know how to find, restore and customize
                                        the very best vintage American and imported
                                        models. You’ll find them all at Southampton’s
                                        AVENTURA MOTORS 631-283-8819.

                                    4   Learn to build the board of your dreams at
                                        GRAIN SURFBOARDS 631-267-9283. Start
                            4           with a few sticks of wood and in a week you’ll
                                        teach you have to make a fully functioning,
                                        customized surfboard to call your own.

                                    5   Explore the furthest off-roads with a quality
                                        ATV, motor cycle, scooter or trail bike. For all
                                        the brands you love, Southampton’s HAMP-
                                        TON MOTOR SPORTS 631-287-6085.

                                    6   Now is a great time to explore the miles of pro-
                                        tected coves and harbors that line our shores
                                        from the seat of a quality kayak. You’ll find the
   5                            6       best for sale or rent at AMAGANSETT BEACH
                                        & BIKE 631-267-6325.

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  BIKE, KAYAK,
SURF OR STANDUP

                                                    BIKE TUNE UPS
                                                     AND REPAIRS
                                                    ALL MAKES AND MODELS
FEATURING                                             WALK INS WELCOME
• Bikes from
• Cannondale,
  Electra, 3G, Linus,
• Biria and Schwinn
• Kayaks from Hurricane,
  FeelFree and Malibu
• Stand-Up Boards from Bic,
  Surf Tech, BOTE and PULSE

JOIN US!
For Tours and lessons on Kayaks
and Paddleboards.                 At the light, Montauk & Cross Hwy. Amagansett
                                    www.AmagansettBeachco.com
LOOKING TO RENT?
We offer a selection of quality
bikes, kayaks, surf boards and
                                     (631)
                                              267-6325
stand up paddle boards by the      Book Your Tours and Rentals On-Line
day, week or season.                 PICK-UP AND DELIVERY AVAILABLE
OUTDOOR LIVING

                         There is no denying the time
                         to throw open your doors and
    1                    move the party outside is here!
                         Sky high temps, blue skies at
                         day and starry ones at night in-
                         vite us to use whatever space
                         we may have on deck, patio
                         or lawn to its best advantage.
                         Need some things to make that
                         happen? Look no further than
                         these fine providers.
                         1   Make your deck or patio come alive with these
                             colorful Adirondack chairs. Made from 100% re-
                             cycled plastic they’re not just eco-friendly they’re
                             nary indestructible. Find your set at either the
                             East Hampton or Southampton RUMRUNER
                             HOME 631-725-1379.

                         2   Lubricate the conversation with a glass of fine
                             wine, a drop of aged whiskey or a cold cocktail.
2                3           You’ll find all the best ingredients at Bridge-
                             hampton’s CHURCHILL WINE AND SPIRITS
                             631-537-0287.

                         3   Need to relax after a hard day at the office? Noth-
                             ing takes the kinks out of a difficult day than a
                             soak in a premium hot-tub or sauna. Find the
                             very best at Southampton’s HARBOR HOT TUBS
                             631-283-2837.

                         4   Nothing beats a meal fresh off the grill! Make sure
                             you get the best by dropping by Sag Harbor’s
                             EMPORIUM HARDWARE 631-725-0103 where
                             they stock the full line of premium Weber grills.

                         5   The East End is alive with the sound and sight of
                             native birds. Lure them to your home with quality
                             food, feeders and homes from Bridgehampton’s
                             WILD BIRD CROSSING 631-537-7333.

                         6   The party will go well into the evening when
                             you’re relaxing around a roaring, fire pit. You’ll
                             find a complete line of integrated patio furniture
                             and fire pits at Sag Harbor’s SANTUARY 631-
                     5       725-1175.

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SPOR TS & RECREATION

O
          ver the past few weeks the East End’s            SURFING
          popularity as a sports scene has proved           Nothing says “freedom” like sliding down the
          irrestible for anyone looking to get away      front of a silvery wave! And here on the East End
from the angst of the Covid crises. So much that         we have more than our fair share of spots to let
some venues have been literally overwhelmed by           you feel that exhileration. Sure, the Atlantic is still
pre-season crowds! That’s especially true for local      a tad cold but that doesn’t stop intrepid suffers
beaches. On some sunny days you’d think it was           from grabbing their favorite board and hitting the
prime time July not mid-May. As we move into the         line-up. Once place you’re sure to see that is at
real bathing months I imagine that same pull will        Montauk’s Ditch Plains, the most popular surfing
bring equally appreciate crowds onto local waters,       spot in the Hamptons.
trails, parks and open space.                               When you feel the urge to go remember to re-
   However, because we are still as of this writing      spect your elders, try not to run anyone over and
in the midst of the NY PAUSE many of the sports          in general keep that chill karma coming. And be-
activities listed here are still subject to regulation   fore you hit the suds be sure to stop by Montauk’s
and closure. We hope that will change. Until it          resident board experts at AIR AND SPEED 631-
does please check with each provider to ensure           668-0356. You’ll find them at Surf Central on Main
they can offer the services listed.                      Street, where they carry the brands you need,
                                                         the accessories you crave and most importantly,
  BEACHES
    Surrounded by world-class bay and ocean
stretches the East End is a beachcomber’s dream
                                                         the knowledge to tame the wild, wet yonder that
                                                         makes up the local scene. Left your gear at home?
                                                         No problem, they’ve got rental boards and wet
                                                                                                                     FISHING
                                                                                                                   O
come true! The only fly in the suntan lotion? You        suits to get you into the game.                                      ne of the finest ways to spend a day on
have to carefully observe and obey the posted               Further west you’ll find the friendly folks                       the East End snagging dinner from the
parking regulations on all local beaches or risk a       at AMAGANSETT BEACH AND BIKE CO                                      deep has been a staple of sports here
stiff fine or expensive tow.                             631-267-6325 are also a valued resource for all           for over 100 years. Unfortunately one of the fall-
    As an example, Montauk’s DITCH PLAINS is             things surfing. Located midway between that vil-          outs of the Covid crises is a significant crimp in
by far the most popular surfing spot on the East         lage and East Hampton they carry boards for sale          getting out and enjoying a day’s angling. Here’s
End. But park there without a valid East Hampton         and daily rent as well as offer lessons in group or       how it stands currently.
Town Permit and you will be heavily fined and/or         private. Need a quality SUP (that’s stand-up pad-             If you have your own boat and want to hunt
towed away! You will however find free parking in        dle board for the uninitiated) they have racks of
                                                                                                                   the great white whale the fishing world is your
                                                                                                                   oyster. No restrictions on what to land save
Montauk village at KIRK PARK located next to the         Doyle, Laird, Bote, Pulse and Surf Tech just waiting
                                                                                                                   those the DEC places on what species to catch,
IGA on the western end of Main Street and in the         for you.
                                                                                                                   how big and how many. But what if you need
village itself along the side streets between Main
                                                                                                                   a ride? Two ways to go on that and one is cur-
Street and the ocean are largely free, too. Just be        BOAT RENTALS                                            rently off-limits. NY PAUSE as in effect in mid-
sure to check for any 2 hour limits before you hit          Local waters beg to be explored but what if you        May does not allow charter boat captains to
the beach for the day.                                   left your boat at home? No problem, just drop             load their usual 6 person per trip limit and go
    Need facilities to go with your beach day?           down to Montauk harbor where UIHLEIN’S 631-               hunting. That can change any day and when it
Drive west to HITHER HILLS STATE PARK where              668-3799 will rent you anything from a simple skiff       does head directly to the folks noted below for
you can park for $10 a day and enjoy access              to an off-shore cruiser. Don’t know starboard from        the best boats in the East End.
to play grounds, picnic areas, rest rooms and a          port? Not to fret. They also have certified staff that        Party boats, head boats, call them what you
convenience store. In Amagansett you can park            can run your boat, too. Looking to poke around            want are allowed to sail. But, they have to pro-
Mondays to Fridays for $20 at ATLANTIC AV-               closer to shore? PUFF N PUTT 631-668-4473                 vide proper social distance between each an-
ENUE, located on Bluff Road just south of                rents sailboats, pedal boats, kayaks and dinghies         gler so you’re not elbow to elbow. They also
Main Street this Town lot has lifeguards, bath-          by the hour to explore placid Ft. Pond. Find them         have to outfit their mates with the proper PPE
rooms, and a food truck. East Hampton’s MAIN             next to 7-11 at the western end of Montauk’s Main         and masks. Most local fleets are still preparing
BEACH is often regarded as the most beautiful            Street.                                                   plans to achieve both these goals. While they
ocean beach in the area this Village facility has           Further west Hamptons Bay’s SPELLMANS                  do you may see some schedules ebbing and
lifeguards, bathrooms, showers, lockers and res-         MARINE 631-728-9200 is not only the area’s                flowing as we move into June.
taurant. Parking is available weekdays only for          largest Grady-White dealers (the preferred boat               With all this in mind you should check with
$25.                                                     for fisherman from Maine to Manhattan) they also          your favorite marina and fleet to see how they are
    Heading to Bridgehampton? You’ll find ME-            rent what they sell! Daily and weekly rates are           coping with these challenging times. One thing
COX BEACH by heading south of the village                available for their fleet of blue-water craft. All are    is for sure. There’s plenty of fish for those intrep-
where the Town provides lifeguards, bathrooms            of course Coast Guard approved, fully provisioned         id enough to slip port and head to the horizon!
and food with a week‘s pass only $25. Located be-        and ready to take you where ever the fish are
                                                                                                                   When the need arises there are the folks to call.
                                                                                                                       If you’re looking for a private ride for up to six
tween East Hampton and Bridgehampton villages            biting!
                                                                                                                   of your best buds be sure to hire a blue-water
at the end of Sagg Main SAGG MAIN BEACH
                                                                                                                   charter boat at the SAM’S STAR ISLAND 631-
lifeguards and baths available Mondays - Fridays           GOLF                                                    668-5052 or the MONTAUK MARINE BASIN
for $25 a day.                                              One of the best public courses in NYS is               631-668-5900. Between them they have a lock
    Another contender for the most beautiful beach       the 6500 yard Robert Trent Jones designed                 on the best blue-water boats in the area. Avail-
in the Hamptons is COOPERS BEACH. Located                MONTAUK DOWNS 631-668-5000. Complete                      able for half day or full day trips they’ll spot you
in the heart of Southampton Village this beauti-         with pro shop, putting green, driving range,              the equipment and bait. You bring the coffee
ful stretch offers lifeguards, baths and food with a     locker rooms and snack bar a round of golf is a rea-      and meals. On the party boat scene a ticket for
weekly pass $40. Finally, if you like the bay you’ll     sonable $43 weekdays, $48 Saturday and Sunday             a prime rail spot on board the VIKING FLEET
love Sag Harbor’s LONG BEACH. This beautiful             for NYS residents, double that for non-residents.         631-668-5700 or the EBB TIDE 631-668-2818
stretch is located off Noyac Road two miles west         Juniors and Seniors enjoy 18 holes weekday                brings you the best chance to grab a cooler’s
of the village and offers lifeguards and baths for       for just $28 and a brisk 9 holes on weekends              full of fish.
$25 a weekly pass.                                       for just $17. Looking to pare that fare down?

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SPRING
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SPOR TS & RECREATION
                                                                    Start play at dusk and you can half the current 18
                                                                    hole rates.
                                                                       Another nearby public course is located mid-
                                                                    way between East Hampton And Bridgehampton
                                                                    in scenic Sagaponack where POXOBOGUE GOLF
                                                                    631-537-0025 can handle all your golfing needs.
                                                                    Want to hit a bucket? They have one of the only
                                                                    driving ranges in the East End. Looking to squeeze
                                                                    in 9 or 18 holes? Their executive course is perfect
                                                                    for a long or short game. Need to polish your
                                                                    game? They have a full staff of seasoned pros per-
                                                                    fect for one-on-one instruction or inclusion in one
                                                                    of their many golf camps, or sessions. Add a good
                                                                    pro shop, popular restaurant, putting green and
                                                                    reasonable fees make this one of the most popular
                                                                    spots on the Hampton’s tour
                                                                       If you are into small ball, multiple holes-in-one
                                                                    and a game the whole family can enjoy try PUFF N
                                                                    PUTT 631-668-4473. You will find this classic mini-
                                                                    golf course at the west end of Montauk’s Main
                                                                    Street next to 7-11. Meanwhile the most deluxe
                                                                    mini-golf course in the East End is at EAST HAMP-
                                                                    TON INDOOR TENNIS 631-537-8012. With 18
                                                                    beautiful holes on a spacious, scenic course it is a
                                                                    perfect outing for the whole family.

                                                                      KAYAKING
                                                                      If you’d like to tackle local waters from atop a
                                                                    kayak you’ve also come to the right place. The

                                                 GREAT SELECTION OF NEW AND USED BOATS

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East End is lined with coves and protected wa-         all the accessories to make a day’s ride a summer’s      lic money to good use on any of their many
ters perfect for a placid paddle. For all the best     breeze. Bent your bike? No problem, they fix every       excursions and outings they host this sum-
equipment head to AMAGANSETT BEACH AND                 make and model on-site.                                  mer. From moonlight paddles on Sagg Pond to
BIKE 631-267-6325. Located midway between                   AMAGANSETT BEACH AND BIKE 631-267-                  nature walks along the sea they have an array of
Amagansett and East Hampton on the main                6325. Located on the main road midway between            outings suited for nature lovers of all stripes and
drag they carry the best from Hobie, Wilderness,       Amagansett and East Hampton they stock racks of          abilities. Go to www.peconiclandtrust.org to l
Evoke, and the hottest brand in the land, Feel-        detailed trail guides that will help you explore on      earn more.
Free. Add in racks of clothes and accessories and      foot or by bike. And if you need any help with the
you’ve got everything you need for a day on the        latter you’ve found the right place. They offer on         TENNIS
water. Looking to go with a gang? They also orga-      and off-road bikes for daily rent or sale plus all the      Spring is a perfect time for a friendly game
nize group paddles on a regular basic from their       accessories you’ll need to enjoy a day’s cruising.       of tennis and no better place to play then EAST
scenic Accabonac Harbor launching point in East        Bent your bike? No problem, they fix every make          HAMPTON INDOOR TENNIS 631-537-8012. Lo-
Hampton.                                               and model on-site. They also offer group rides and       cated across the street from the EH Airport they
                                                       excursions.                                              offer a half-dozen warm-weather indoor courts,
  TRAILS/BIKING                                                                                                 two dozen all-weather outdoor courts, profession-
   One way to get the most out of a spring day is        HORSEBACK RIDING                                       al clinics and instruction, a cozy club house and
from the seat of a bike. Whether cruising down a          Nothing like a brisk spring ride across Montauk       pro shop. With daily, monthly and seasonal mem-
quiet lane or busting a strut on an off-road trail     hills and valleys. If you'd like to slide into the       berships available they’re here when you need
at Montauk’s Hither Woods the East End has a           saddle we’ve got just the ticket. Just amble three       them.
treasure-trove of biking opportunities for novices     miles east of Montauk village to DEEP HOLLOW                Out in Montauk those same folks run the con-
and experts alike. If you know how to go, great. If    RANCH 631-668-2744 for a relaxing trek trough            cession at the Montauk Downs State Park. There
not and need some help head directly to the ex-        the Teddy Roosevelt State Park to the bay and            MONTAUK DOWNS TENNIS 631-238-7160 they
perts.                                                 back. Never ridden? They can quite literally show        have a half dozen outdoor, har-Tru courts for a
   In Montauk there’s only one place to stop. Now      you the ropes.                                           program very similar to East Hampton. Open to
in its second year you’ll find the MONTAUK CY-                                                                  the public for daily play, with seasonal member-
CLE COMPANY 631-668-8975 in the heart of the             CALL OF THE WILD                                       ship available they’ll also begin their second year
harbor. Not only do they know every trail and road        Over the years the PECONIC LAND TRUST                 providing a tennis camp and clinic this June open
like the back of their well-traveled hand they have    has helped preserve thousands of acres of                to kids and adults. Expect expert instruction for all
racks of state-of-the-art bikes for sale or rent and   fields, woods and farms. Put that good pub-              ages and levels. ■

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SUMMER CAMPS

M
          uch as kids and parents look forward to summer
          camp we start this season with a number of ques-
          tions. Will they start? When will they start? Will
they only be on-line? How many sessions will be offered?
    Like everything else the Corona-19 virus has put a
severe crimp in summer camp planning on the East
End. As we go to press most local camp are still decid-
ing how to move forward, if at all. Or guess is most will
if under different rules and schedules. For now here is
a round-up of many of the best and their pre-Corona
plans. We suggest you contact each for the most up-to-
the-moment news.

  SUMMER DAY CAMP
    Looking to give you kid a well-rounded summer va-
cation? You can do no better than the East End’s largest
space for keeping your kids smiling. Located on 10 plus
acres on Buckskill Road in East Hampton the HAMP-
TON COUNTRY DAY CAMP 516-656-4215 offers
campers 3-11 an almost unlimited variety of activities,
sports and play opportunities in a state-of-the-art facil-                                                                  Learn to tack and jibe at Sag Harbor’s Breakwater YC.
ity. Sports offered include swimming, tennis, basketball,
soccer, softball, hockey, Ga-Ga, wooded and grass play
grounds. Add plenty of arts and crafts, indoor recre-          ming, kayaking, playing ball, boating and tennis. Com-       those same intervals. Camp fees include snacks, field
ation center a spacious dining hall and you have all the       bine that with a healthy dose of arts and crafts, drama      trips, T-shirts and tote bags. Come enjoy a memorable
amenities any kid could crave! Need a ride? They offer         and special events and you’ve got the kind of well-          summer of fun and friendship here.
door-to-door transportation from here to there.                rounded experience that enriches a child’s mind, body
    The ROSS SCHOOL 631-907-5000 is widely regard-             and spirit. Campers can enroll for the whole month              SURF CAMP
ed as one of the premier private schools on the East           or chose weekly sessions. Just here for the weekend?            Nothing is more fun than learning to surf! And with
Coast. Offering a world-class staff and highly refined         There are daily memberships available, too. Looking to       so many local camps to choose from, two words of
curriculum it attracts students from around the world to       enroll more than one child? Enjoy sibling discounts for      advice. First, every camper has to learn the basics of
its spacious, East Hampton campus. Sports have always          4 week memberships, too!                                     getting into the water, judging a wave, catching it and
been a large part of the Ross experience so no wonder              One of the area’s oldest and best-loved summer           standing up. You need at least three days to do all that
their multi-discipline summer camps have always been           camps is SANDY HOLLOW 631-283-2296. Since 1969               so be sure to sign-up for a week’s instruction. Second,
in great demand. This year they build on that strength         the Hughes family and their talented staff has enter-        make sure your camp is fully certified, licensed and in-
by offering an even larger array of activities for campers     tained, enlightened and energized kids from 3 - 14.          sured. Here are two of the best in both phases.
4–15. Their Sports Camp offers half and full-days of ten-      I should know my two nieces spent a great summer                Celebrating its 21st season Montauk’s AIR AND
nis, basketball, soccer and multi-sports. Their Summer         there in 1988. Had a blast!! Set on 3.5 peaceful, pro-       SPEED SURF CAMP 631-668-0356 was the first camp
Camp combines music, movement, film making, sci-               tected acres three miles west of Southampton Village         on the East End to teach little grommets the basics of
ence and arts for an exceptionally well-rounded experi-        this camp has a simple, wholesome motto: safety, fun         catching a wave. Held weekly at Ditch Plains boys and
ence. Held June 2 – August 21 register by contacting           and learning! And with a cornucopia of camp activities       girls eight and up learn proper respect for the ocean,
them at ross.org/summercamp.                                   it’s easy to see how those aims are reached. Campers         basic surfing skills and water safety. Weekly sessions run
    For four generations moms and dads have trusted            choose from softball, basketball, hockey, volleyball,        July through August. Small classes ensure a meaningful
their kids to Montauk’s best loved summer camp. Lo-            tennis, yoga, swimming, arts and crafts, field trips and     experience but also limit membership so call today to
cated on the Lake PATHFINDER DAY CAMP 631-668-                 more special events than days in the week. Campers           reserve your slot.
2080 treats kids to summer the old-fashioned way with          2.5 & 3 have half-day sessions available from 1 to 9 total      FLYING POINT SURF SCHOOL 516-885-6607 offers
plenty of time in the great Montauk outdoors swim-             weeks while campers 4 to 14 spend the whole day over         weekly sessions from mid-June through the end of Au-

     ROW WITH THE PROS!
     C
             ombining strenuous physical exercise with mental disciple
             rowing isn’t for everyone. But if you’re looking to tune your
             body and mind it can be one of the most rewarding experi-
     ences you can ever have. Add to that the camaraderie rowing in
     pairs or quads brings and you have a unique athletic experience.
     The SAG HARBOR COMMUNITY ROWING CLUB 631-553-
     1112 will be happy to introduce your child to all this in one of
     their weekly spring or summer camps.
        Last year they upped their annual ante with a cadre of the best
     rowing instructors in the country. Eight of the finest coaches from
     competitive collegiate ranks were on hand to teach rowers the
     finest points of this life-long sport. This ear expect the same as
     coaches from Harvard, MIT, Drexel, UNC, Boston College and
     more are set to appear. A once-in-a-rower’s-lifetime chance to
     learn from the best, slots are limited so be sure to sign-up now!

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SUMMER CAMPS
gust. With small classes that afford plenty of hands on
instruction their record of success is equal to any. Have a
youngster who wants to expand his repertoire to include
the ever-popular stand-up surfing? Bring ’em down to the
beach and before you know it they’ll be running downhill
with a 6’ graphite paddle in their arms.

  SAILING CAMP
   Surrounded by water on all sides what better place
for your kids to learn to sail than the maritime East End?
Great sport, but what if you have no boat or experience
to pass on? Luckily we have just the folks to teach your                                                                                                  A summer’s day at Pathfinder.
tykes how to steer their tall ship. Back in Sag Harbor, the
home of blue-water sailing ships, BREAKWATER YC 631-                                                                             more than welcome, with private and group lessons tailor
725-4604 offers a great junior sailing program that will          HORSE CAMP                                                     made for them, too. You’ll find them north of the village
teach your son or daughter how to heave ho and make for            The bond between horse and rider is often compared            at 849 Hayground Road.
open waters. Located in scenic Sag Harbor their weekly          to that of a man and his dog. Both appreciate the love of
sessions run from mid-June through the end of August.           one species for another and the dependency of man and              TENNIS CAMP
                                                                beast. If you’d like your child to begin to understand that         For two decades EAST HAMPTON INDOOR TENNIS
  BASKETBALL CAMP                                               bond we recommend you sign up for Bridgehampton’s                631-537-8012 has been the largest and most compre-
   Summer and basketball go together like ice cream and         GHF PONY CAMP 203-910-6297 this summer. Groom-                   hensive facility in the East End. A year-round operation
apple pie. Playing hoops under a July sky is an American        ing, feeding and riding their Monday - Friday sessions run       with dozens of indoor and outdoor courts they offer
tradition that will never grow old. But instead of just hors-   from mid-June through the end of August and will teach           memberships, private instruction, camps for all ages and
ing around on the public court why not move indoors and         your youngster all there is to know about the equine arts        abilities in a friendly, competitive environment. Expect ex-
learn the sport from the real pros. This summer your son        in a caring and supportive environment. Instructors here         pert instruction for all ages and levels.
or daughter can have that experience when they attend           are fun and energetic, just waiting to share their love of
the NY KNICKS JUNIOR BASKETBALL CAMP. That’s                    horses and riding with your kids. Once done all campers            ROWING CAMP
right, direct from Madison Square Garden members of             are encouraged and welcome to participate in the Hamp-              Combining strenuous physical exercise with mental
the Knickerbockers will be in East Hampton to help shape        ton Classic! Open year round GHF is also a full service          disciple rowing isn’t for everyone. But if you’re looking
your kids game. Go to knicks.com/camp to learn more.            breeding and boarding program round. Adults are also             to tune your body and mind it can be one of the most

                           sandy hollow                                                                    The Country School
                           day camp                                                                          Summer Camp
  Serving
Serving     the
  Celebrating
        the Hampton area since 1969
   Hamptons
   Our 51starea
   since 1969
   Anniversary

                                                                                                                     Camp Activities Include:
                                                                                                    Team Sports • Individual Sports • Art • Music • Science • Nature
                                                                                                   Storytelling • Special Events • Swimming Instruction • Gymnastics
   Family owned
   Family owned && operated,
                    operated, extensive
                              extensivebackground
                                           background in education.
   in education. Child-centered,
   Child-centered,               nurturing & structured.
                   nurturing & structured.                                                           Weekly sessions run July 2 - August 31
   Red Cross swim
   Red        swim program,
                    program,tennis,
                              tennis,art,
                                      art,sports, games
                                            sports,     & fun!
                                                    games  & fun!                                               117 SandyAges
                                                                                                                          Hollow2½  -7
                                                                                                                                 Road

   631.283.2296 info@sandyhollowdaycamp.com
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                                                                                                                Southampton, NY 11968
                                                                                                                      7 Industrial Road
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