What we're about
This group is operated by Appalachian Mountain Club New York-North Jersey Chapter (7/1/22)
The New York-North Jersey Chapter of AMC was the first chapter formed by the club back in 1912. For over 100 years the NYNJ chapter has been protecting the precious natural resources of our region, providing skills and leadership training, and hosting 100's of outdoor activities every year for the public through our professional and dedicated volunteer trip leaders.
Beginner or expert the AMC NYNJ chapter has something for everyone. With activities that include hiking, biking, paddling, backpacking, skiing, climbing, and more we're sure you will find something you love. And since we know living in and around the NYC area can be difficult without a car, many of our activities are accessible through public transportation.
Beyond just the trips, training, and conservation advocacy we are a group that encourages community and camaraderie among it's members. Open and welcoming to anyone with an interest in the outdoors we hope that the shared knowledge and experiences between all of us will help you to grow within the outdoor community and create connections and friendships for a lifetime.
What sets us apart the other Meetup groups?
• Professionally trained volunteer leaders means our trips are well organized, safe AND fun!
• Easy access on public transportation to many of our activities.
• Activities are open to anyone, no membership dues are required, but your support helps.
• Your support helps us continue to protect more than 100,000 acres of land and 2,000 miles of trails under the care of the Appalachian Mountain Club.
• Beyond our volunteer led activities AMC provides opportunities for tens of thousands of youth to experience the outdoors each year through our Youth Opportunities Program.
While this Meetup Group showcases some of our best activities they don't all make it to this page and often you will only see a small fraction of what is available! If you would like to see the full assortment of upcoming activities offered by the NYNJ chapter please click here.
Also, if you would like to be part of the community and join in the conversation please consider following us on Instagram and Facebook:
Upcoming events (4+)
Let's have another fun hiking adventure this Sun. by hiking in Garrison. We will meet at the Garrison Metro North Train Station at 9:02, and then shuttle all the cars and passengers to the trail head. The hike is not suitable for beginners, hikers who want to run, or slow hikers that want to stroll. The leader determines the pace, number of stops, and the duration of stops. Hiking boots and backpacks are required. Also bring your lunch and 2 liters of water per person. This is an all-day hike that starts at 9:06 and ends at approximately 3:00 if all goes well. Expect a 10-mile hike, graded as vigorous by the current rating system and 3D10 by the prior codes. Trans. 5C but take the early 7:42 train that arrives in Garrison at 9:02. Drivers meet at the Garrison Train Station. I will be taking the train and be in the last car. I will be wearing a wide brimmed tan hat, red AMC leader's shirt; green pants, and have 2 blue water bottles on my hips, and a large green pack. If you don't know where to get off on the train, get in the last car and follow me. If you get lost at the train station or come late, I won't wait. No dogs, No Drones, No Smoking, and No swimming allowed on hike. Rain or extreme heat cancels. Leader: Joe Nigro[masked] (7:30-9:30 PM) [masked] Despite the recent easing of Covid-19 restrictions - out of consideration for all people who share the trails with us, all participants must. 1) be free of COVID-19 infection to their knowledge 2) carry face masks 3) carry hand sanitizer of at least 60% alcohol and 4) be prepared to observe social distancing.
AMC website link:
https://activities.outdoors.org/search/index.cfm/action/details/id/143615
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- Joseph N.
- Kate G.
- Manny
- 17 attendees
Now rescheduled from Saturday
We will take the circular Doris Duke trail and an out-and-back section of the Appalachian Trail including Mombasha High Point. This hike meeting place is also a stop for the Short Line bus #389 from NYC (departs 9.10 arr. 10.15) and we will shuttle by car from there to the trail head. Bus riders should note that return service to NYC is more frequent by train. Hike is rated as Moderate and would be a 3C7 under the old classification. Distance is 6.5 miles, Elevation gain is 900 feet.
We will welcome on the hike the leader-in-training Gregory Kanhai who will be doing a qualifying co-lead on this hike.
Tick precautions are called for at this time. I recommend use of a tick repellant based on DEET, picaridin, eucalyptus or permethrin. Of these permethrin needs to be applied to clothes well in advance and allowed to dry.
See also the full listing at https://activities.outdoors.org/search/index.cfm/action/details/id/143198
The AMC New York-North Jersey website is www.amc-ny.org
- David Hartree 🥾 ☀.
- Windy
- Emmanuella
- 15 attendees
AMC's NYNJ Chapter has so much more to offer than just what you see on this Meetup! We offer hundreds of great activities all year long that never make it on to Meetup.
If you would like to see the entire list of everything that the NYNJ Chapter has scheduled (new activities are added every day) follow the link below to our official website:
https://activities.outdoors.org/search/?grp=9&mode=list
And if you are interested in being part of the conversation please join our Facebook group here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/NYNJAMC/
- Justin B.
- 1 attendee
AMC's NYNJ Chapter has so much more to offer than just what you see on this Meetup! We offer hundreds of great activities all year long that never make it on to Meetup.
If you would like to see the entire list of everything that the NYNJ Chapter has scheduled (new activities are added every day) follow the link below to our official website:
https://activities.outdoors.org/search/?grp=9&mode=list
And if you are interested in being part of the conversation please join our Facebook group here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/NYNJAMC/
- Justin B.
- 1 attendee
Past events (3,085)
- Justin B.
- 1 attendee
