About us
Welcome to the Appalachian Mountain Club Delaware Valley Chapter (AMC-DV)!
AMC-DV is one of the Philadelphia region’s largest, oldest, and most active outdoor clubs, with 800+ outdoor-related activities each year (most are free!). Join us on one of our many events and trips in and around the Greater Philadelphia area, the Lehigh Valley, New Jersey, Delaware, and beyond. Activities and trips include hiking, paddling, backpacking, biking, trail maintenance, conservation, outdoor education, and more. All activities are led by trained and experienced leaders! Our chapter is part of the national Appalachian Mountain Club, which offers a wide range of trips on the East Coast and beyond.
Our 20s/30s AMC Meetup Group
If you are interested in AMC-DV activities geared for those under 40, click https://www.meetup.com/amc20sand30s/?eventOrigin=your_groups to join the AMC 20s/30s Meetup Group.
Finding AMC Delaware Valley Activities
Not all AMC-DV activities are posted here on Meetup. To explore all DV activities for hiking, backpacking, biking, trail maintenance, and more, visit DV Monthly Activities. A Google calendar view of DV activities will display. Or, for more detailed listings, visit the AMC Outdoors Connector activities finder.
To find outdoors opportunities in NJ, NY, and New England, visit https://activities.outdoors.org/s/? to view all activities of all chapters.
What make our MeetUp activities different?
There are a lot of great MeetUp groups out there to choose from. A key thing that sets AMC-DV apart from some of them is that our activity leaders undergo training and are experienced outdoors people who volunteer their time and expertise. Their goal: to share fun, friendly and safe outdoors experiences. While safety is their primary concern, participants must also accept risk and responsibility for their own safety.
Upcoming events
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Fall Nature Preserve Hike Series - #1 Bryn Coed
1869 Flint Road, 1869 Flint Rd, Chester Springs, PA 19425, USA, Chester Springs, PA, USLeaders: Patty Sullivan, Sharon Yates
Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 4 - ModerateDescription: Join us to enjoy the early fall colors as we hike an approximately 5 to 6 mile loop
on portions of the Yellow, Red and Purple trails in Bryn Coed Preserve, Chester County. Our
route includes flowering meadows and mature woodlands, boardwalks and stream crossings. We
will pass a state-champion white oak tree estimated to be 150 years old and may see the resident
bald eagles. The difficulty level will be moderate, with speeds around 3 mph ; total elevation
gain will be around 400 - 500 feet. Bring sturdy footwear and water.Meet at the Flint Road parking lot ready for a 9:00 am start.There is a porta- potty at the starting
point parking lot. GPS coordinates: 40.12959, -75.60839
Group size will be limited. No dogs. If the hike is cancelled, such as due to weather, we will
announce this at least two hours in advance.All participants will need to agree to and sign a paper AMC legal waiver prior to the hike if you
did not register online in the AMC Outdoor Connector.
(go to https://activities.outdoors.org/s/chapters=0015000001Sg06BAAR) Update your RSVPs if your plans change.Please note: In order to comply with Pennsylvania Youth Protection Laws, all children under the
age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. This policy applies for all
events offered by the Delaware Valley Chapter as well as any other Chapter events within the
state of Pennsylvania10 attendees
20's & 30's Paddle trip on Carnegie Lake in Princeton NJ
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Paddling | Flatwater
Difficulty: 3 - Easy
Trip Leader(s): Michael Ahern, Lisa Lombardo
Registration Type: Show & Go
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX000001GbmD
Audience: 20’s & 30’sDescription: Come out for a fun paddling trip on Carnegie Lake in Princeton, NJ. Get out your kayak, canoe or paddleboard for an easy and scenic paddle.
Rentals are available at the launch site at Princeton Kayak and Canoe https://www.princetoncanoe.com. You can reserve a boat in advance or rent when you arrive. We put in near the canal in Princeton at Turning Basin Park, off Alexander Road and cross over a short portage to the lake.
This is easy flat water. We'll paddle for about 5 or 6 miles up Stony Brook Creek and around Carnegie Lake. Optional social gathering following our ride at Metro North restaurant.
This will be led by Patty Woodruff, who is training to become a new paddling leader for our AMC chapter. You must register for this trip and all participants are required to sign the AMC liability release.
Requirements (for your safety): You must wear your PFD while on the water. Wear old sneakers, water socks or some other form of closed toe foot protection. Flip-flops are not acceptable. Bring plenty of water and snacks. Suggestions (for your comfort): Wear a bathing suit or quick drying clothes suitable for getting wet. Bring sunscreen and insect repellent. Bring a dry bag or waterproof container for your personal belongings. Have a secure place to carry your car keys. Bring a hat and sunglasses. Have a set of dry clothes in your car so you can change for the ride home.
This trip is intended to be a 20s/30s affinity trip. Participation is limited to those who identify as part of this age group. If you have questions about eligibility or the nature of this trip, please contact the trip leader(s) by email for more information.
Please note: In order to comply with Pennsylvania Youth Protection Laws, all children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. This policy applies for all events offered by the Delaware Valley Chapter as well as any other chapter events within the state of Pennsylvania.
Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
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Valley Forge Saturday Afternoon Hike
Valley Forge Artillery Park, East Inner Line Rd, Valley Forge, pa, USJoin us for some enjoyable exercise: an approximately 4-6 mile hike on trails in Valley Forge National Historical Park. The difficulty level will be moderate, with speeds around 3 mph in the easier sections, and lower in hilly and uneven sections (rocks, tree roots, etc.); total elevation gain will be around 600 – 1,100 feet. Trails on Mt. Misery and/or Mt. Joy will be included as well as flatter areas. We will stop periodically, especially at the tops of hills if some go up faster than others, so that we all continue on the same hike.
Meet in the Artillery Park parking lot, at the end near the restrooms. GPS coordinates: 40.0939, -75.4490
Bring water, clothing appropriate for the weather (layers work well), sturdy footwear (hiking shoes or boots work well), and a smile. Well-behaved dogs are welcome on a 6’ or shorter leash as required by the park.
If the hike is canceled, such as due to weather, we plan to announce this at least two hours in advance.
AMC is a non-profit organization and the hike leaders are volunteers. All participants will need to sign the AMC liability release agreement (click here to review it in advance). Children under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, who will need to sign the agreement for them. Alternatively, you can register on the AMC website and sign the agreement in advance there. The AMC website also shows many other AMC events that might interest you.
AMC is an outdoor recreation and conservation organization that, among other things, helps maintain the hiking trails we use in Valley Forge and many other parks. Non-members are welcome on this hike, but membership is inexpensive and supports the great work AMC does (click here to learn more).
If you are running late or have questions, call or text Pat at 610-220-7012.
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