Ken Wishnick

Many know of the famous New Paltz Regatta, which is a home made boat race on the Wallkill River. For 2008 it will be held on June 8th. There are all kinds of boats themes and contraptions brought to the event which is great fun for the entire family.

New this year will be a rubber duckie race run by Family of New Paltz- the organization that acts as a critical safety net for people in crisis. The event is seen as an important new fundraiser for the organization to help cover rising food costs and other items needed by clients.

Family will sell rubber ducks entries for $5 each or you can buy a "quack pack" consisting of five entries for just $20. Every duckie will be numbered and each number is assigned to an entry. The ducks will be tossed off the Wallkill River Bridge in the village and the first duckies crossing the finish line will get their winners some very nice rewards.

Interested in helping? Many volunteers are needed. Call Kathy Cartegena at Family of New Paltz to assist, to donate to Family or donate prizes for participants.

Ken Wishnick
Coldwell Banker Currier & Lazier Realtors
157 New Paltz, NY 12561
http://www.realtorkenw.com/

Most every interaction involves some level of negotiation. Whether it is deciding who cooks dinner, choosing which relatives to invite to a party or reaching agreement on an important business deal. This course presents many persuasive techniques and may just be an "eye opener." The instructor will include examples from his career to illustrate real life application of each approach. Learn how to assertively ask for a raise, buy a car at a better price, get lower rates on motel rooms or just improve your negotiating skills and relationships.

Ken Wishnick received training at the MIT-Harvard Program on Negotiation and has been negotiating solutions to complex projects and programs throughout his career. He is a NY Licensed Real Estate Salesperson at Coldwell Banker in New Paltz and holds a Masters Degree in Urban and Regional Planning. Previously, he served as a vice president for a $6 billion NYSE corporation, chamber of commerce president and as a NJ county director of planning and development.

Classes Runs March 19th 7-10pm.and are held at Ulster BOCES at 175 N. Route 32 in New Paltz Advance registration is required by calling 845-331-5050. Ulster BOCES charges a fee to register.

Realtor Ken Wishnick
Coldwell Banker Currier & Lazier Realtors
157 Main St.
New Paltz, NY 12561
http://www.realtorkenw.com/

The news has been filled with nightmare stories of tumbling home prices, unsold houses and doom and gloom in the housing market. If you're thinking of selling your home, this course is designed to help you get the straight talk. Learn the most recent Ulster County trends for home sales and pricing. Learn marketing strategies to make your home stand out from the pack. Consider the alternative approaches to managing a sale and weigh the pros and cons of each. The course will include training on the selling process from start to sold. Whether you ultimately decide to sell on your own or have a real estate agent manage the transaction, the tools you learn in this class can help sell your home more quickly and for a higher price.

Ken Wishnick is a NY Licensed Realtor Associate at Coldwell Banker in New Paltz and holds a Masters Degree in Urban and Regional Planning. He has successfully led aggressive marketing initiatives as a vice president for a $6 billion NYSE corporation and has also served as a chamber of commerce president and a NJ county economic development director. His education includes training at the MIT-Harvard Program on Negotiation.

Class Runs 7-10pm on June 4th and is held at Ulster BOCES at 175 N. Route 32 in New Paltz Registration is due one week before by calling 845-331-5050. Ulster BOCES charges a fee to register.

Realtor Ken Wishnick
Coldwell Banker Currier & Lazier Realtors
157 Main St.
New Paltz, NY 12561
http://www.realtorkenw.com/

For outdoor activists, rugged and challenging trails is part of the great mountain experience. However, not everyone is physically fit enough to tackle the challenge. How is one to enjoy great mountain views and get some exercise without packing an oxygen tank? The answer is the many old carriage trails that meander through the Mohonk Preserve and Mohonk Mountain House property.

These historic trails are fairly level and easy to navigate. A trail map can be obtained at the Mohonk Preserve Visitors Center on Route 44/55 just west (right) from the intersection with Route 299. In fact, the visitors center has a large scale model of the preserve property in the lobby and one of their friendly staff can visually point out the particulars of where you will be going.

A favorite walk of mine that I often do with my dog Scruffy is the circular Undercliff and Overcliff trail. This walk makes a full 5 mile circle around an area that almost always has rock climbers testing their skills. It also features amazing views that includes a sweeping view of the Village of New Paltz. Most of the times I've been on it, there were few other hikers. I love this trail (shown in picture)!

There are also several other carriage trails to choose from based on your time, energy and interests. You can check out the Mohonk Preserve website at http://www.mohonkpreserve.org/ ,

Enjoy your walk and let me know what you think!

Realtor Ken Wishnick
Coldwell Banker Currier & Lazier Realtors
157 Main St. New Paltz, NY 12561
http://www.realtorkenw.com/

The Mohonk Mountain House, on the ridge of the Shawangunk Mountains adjacent to New Paltz, NY is, in my opinion, one of the most inspiring places in the United States. Now, I know some people might have other opinions, but I'd like to hear theirs while they are walking along the trails taking in some spectacular views and really fresh mountain air.

I have had, as I call it, many pilgrimages to the 5,000 acre resort with my family. For me, it is a place of spirituality. In ways I can't fully explain, I find meaning and excitement about life in the awesome vistas and sounds of nature here.

Insider tips on going to the preserve---
If a $500 a night room price doesn't set you back too much, this the premier way to go and get meals included. If you are on a budget see below:

1) Check the local paper for events at the MMH. Sometimes you can pay less to see an event than the regular day user fee. Check out free entry during Holiday shopping season.

2) If you belong to the New Paltz Chamber of Commerce, there is at least one meal meeting here a year and you can take the rest of the day to explore!

3) If you reserve a spa treatment or a meal, the day user fee is waived.

4) If all else fails, pay the day user fee (I think it is up to $14) bring a picnic lunch. By the end of the day, you will get over the steep fee and feel thankful that you decided to go.

The experience of Mohonk has been so stimulating to my wife and I, that we chose to relocate to New Paltz just to be nearby. Be careful, or you just might do the same thing!

See you on the trails.

Realtor Ken Wishnick
Coldwell Banker Currier & Lazier Realtors
157 Main St.
New Paltz, NY 12561
http://www.realtorkenw.com/