About us
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.
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Monday: Devil's Den & Great Ledge
Devils Den Preserve, 33 Pent Rd, Weston, CT, USOverview:
10 am, Monday, May 4
Devil's Den Preserve, Weston CT (Fairfield County)
7-8 miles; 800-900 ft elevation
Terrain - low-moderate; pace - moderateRegister here: https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX0000017IsT2AU/act00020708
Details: At 1800 acres, Devil's Den is one of the largest contiguous parklands in Fairfield County. It is managed by the Nature Conservancy, whose website notes that the preserve provides a “patchwork of woodlands, wetlands and rock ledges and a series of north-south ridges and valleys woven with streams and swamps,” making it “ideal for low-impact outdoor activities such as hiking.”
Our last two weekday hikes at Devil's Den were in wintertime, and this is an opportunity to enjoy the preserve in full bloom, including the Great Ledge overlooking the Saugatuck Reservoir, where we'll stop for lunch. We plan to cover 7-8 miles on various red (primary) and yellow (secondary) trails, beginning on the Pent and Saugatuck Trails and proceeding clockwise (north), mostly around the outer perimeter. The terrain is predominantly flat with some mild ascents and descents, but no serious climbs of more than a few minutes, no rock scrambles and no bushwacking; overall, an easy-to-moderate outing, with the “moderate” part due to the pace and mileage. About 800-900 feet total elevation. Expected duration is 4 to 4 1/2 hours, but please allow time in your day's plans for a potentially later finish.
Early Outs: There are many early outs along the way, which can reduce the total mileage by anywhere from 1 to 3.5 miles. If this is your plan, please have a preserve map with you, as there are many turns to navigate. Trail maps are occasionally available at the parking lot, or you can download it here: https://www.nature.org/content/dam/tnc/nature/en/documents/DevilsDenTrailMapTNC2019SmFile.pdf Also, please keep in mind that if you take an early out, the AMC considers you to have left the organized hike voluntarily.
AMC Health Advisory: Covid and other respiratory illnesses are circulating in our communities. Do not participate in this hike if you, or someone who you have recently been in contact with, is either infected or symptomatic.
RSVP for "yes" only, by 6:30, Sunday, May 3, at https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX0000017IsT2AU/act00020708. A pre-hike note, including detailed logistical information, will be sent to all hikers signed-up at activities.outdoors.org at that time.
2 attendeesMay 6th Reeves meadow 9:30 start moderate
Location not specified yetgreetings
we'll meet WEDNESDAY May 6th at the reaves meadow visitor center
hike begins at 9:30 amwe'll do an 8 mile hike using rarely used trails
bring water , boots , lunch and a reasonably good attitude
NO DOGS
NO SMOKINGthanks
jay
201 966 5482AMC website listing:
https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX0000017hhB2AQ/act000208132 attendees
AMC 150 Community Gathering Weekend at Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center
Steven and Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center, Lake Welch Drive, Sloatsburg, NY, USCelebrate 150 years of AMC with a spring weekend designed to bring our community together in one of New York’s most welcoming outdoor settings. From the moment you arrive, this first-of-its-kind festival invites you to reconnect with the outdoors and one another through classic AMC experiences and thoughtful opportunities to learn, create, and connect.
What You'll Experience
- Guided hikes suited to a range of skill levels, offering fresh perspectives on the landscape
- Educational naturalist strolls that spotlight the richness of local ecology
- Nature-inspired art workshops and interactive activities designed for all ages
- Engaging presentations that explore AMC’s 150-year history and ongoing conservation impact
- Evenings filled with AMC 150 giveaways, commemorative swag, themed trivia, and joyful gatherings that carry the energy well past sunset
Come for a few favorite activities or immerse yourself in the full festival experience. Whether you’re joining us with family, friends, or coming solo, this all-ages celebration reflects the spirit, optimism, and shared purpose that have defined the Appalachian Mountain Club for 150 years and will carry us into the next chapter together.
Tentative Schedule
Friday, May 8th
3:00 PM – Check-in
5:00 PM – Social hour sponsored by Athletic Brewing
6:00 PM – Dinner
7:15 PM – 150 Years of AMC: presentation by AMC Archivist, Becky Fullerton
8:00 PM – Sunset Smore BarSaturday, May 9th
7:00 AM – Morning Guided Stretching
8:00 AM – Breakfast
9:00 AM – Naturalist Walks with Wildlife Identification
11:15 AM (approx.) – AMC 150 Flag Arrival Celebration: group lunch, themed snacks, AMC trivia (with prizes!)
1:00 PM – Guided Hikes Depart (1x casual 1-3 mi, 2x moderate 3-5 mi)
2:00 PM – Seeing & Drawing Workshop
6:00 PM – Dinner
7:00 PM – 150 Years Ahead: presenter TBD
8:00 PM – Sunset Smore BarSunday, May 10th
8:00 AM - Breakfast & Giveaway Winners Announced
9:00 AM – Depart for Reeves! (or join Loren for a paddle on Breakneck Lake! Register HERE.)Lodging Information
PLEASE READ CAREULLY— where you book depends on your accommodation choice!
Booking a Single Bunk in Stone Lodge Cabin
- Click HERE to register and pay
- Complete your registration to secure your spot.
Booking a Cabin or Campsite
- Visit AMC"s booking platform to reserve a cabin or campsite HERE
- Meetup RSVP is not sufficient. You must register for this event by booking a single bunk, a cabin, or a campsite.
8 attendees
GWB to Piermont or Nyack or Tarrytown (Strenuous)
George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal, 4211 Broadway, New York, NY, USA fast-paced walk across the GWB and north mostly on the Long Path to Piermont bus stop (about 19 miles), south Nyack bus stop (about 23 miles) or Tarrytown train station (about 27 miles).
You can RSVP here on Meetup but also please register on the AMC website in order to complete the required online waiver. It's quick, it's easy, it's free and you don't need to make an account or log in, just click this link to get to the hike listing on the AMC website and then click Register Now and follow the prompts GWB to Tarrytown
We will meet in the third floor waiting area of the George Washington Bridge Bus Station, cross the GWB, and walk north mostly on the Long Path past Allison Park, Rockefeller Lookout, Alpine Lookout, Palisades Park headquarters, State Line Lookout, Tallman Mountain State Park and
into Piermont, then take the Old Erie Path to the Cuomo bridge, then cross the bridge and end at the Tarrytown train station. (The Cuomo bridge is also known as the Tappan Zee bridge.)If you want to stop at Piermont there are buses to the GWB bus station at 2:37 pm, which we probably won't make, or 5:37 p.m., which gives you time to eat. The Piermont buses do not go to the Port Authority bus terminal, only the GWB bus station. Fare $11.30, 62+ $5.65. Rockland Coach schedule: Rockland Coach Piermont schedule
If you want to drop out before Piermont, you will have to catch the Rockland Coach bus on Route 9, the link above lists all the stops and times and the bus stops are marked on the Palisades Park map which is linked below.
If you want to stop walking at the Cuomo bridge, you can take the eastbound Hudson Link H05 bus to the White Plains train station or the eastbound Hudson Link H07 bus to the Tarrytown train station. I will walk the bus riders to the eastbound bus stop after we stop at the bridge restrooms. The buses run about every half hour, fare is $2.75, 60+ $1.35, there are slow hard to read ticket machines at the bus stop which only take debit or credit or you can download the ticket app: Hudson Link ticket app the buses do not take OMNY card.
Return trains from Tarrytown at 6:02 express, 6:18 local, 6:51 semi-express. The parks and bars along the Hudson River in Tarrytown are a fun spot to watch the sunset, so if you are not in a hurry to get back to the city grab a seat somewhere and enjoy.
Here is a link to a map of the Palisades which includes the bus stops: Palisades Map
Here's an All Trails GPS track of my walk on April 11: GWB to Tarrytown
Here's a Google map: Google map
Meet: 8:30 am George Washington Bridge Bus Station, on Fort Washington Avenue between 178th Street and 179th Street on the top level, the bus waiting room. Take the A train to 175th Street and walk through the passage way into the bus station, or take the 1 train to 168th Street and transfer to the A train, or take the 1 train to 181st Street and walk over to the bus station. You can also access the waiting area from Broadway by taking the elevator in the lobby between 178th Street and 179th Street and then walking though the bus gate area.
Bring water, lunch, snacks, hat, sunblock, bug spray, layers. There is a good supermarket on the first floor of the bus station. Shorts and sneakers are ok, but you might prefer shoes or boots on the rocky parts and there will be ticks and poison ivy along the way so be careful. Hiking poles will be helpful on the hilly and rocky parts and on the stone staircase at the north end of Tallman Park.
We will take an early rest stop at a gas station along the parkway, then it will be 7 miles before our next rest stop at the Palisades Park Headquarters, which has water and restrooms and vending machines. We will stop for lunch at the State Line Lookout at 13 miles, which has a snack bar and rest rooms. There are additional restrooms in Tallman Park and at the Cuomo bridge.
Leader: Tom Bergen 917-727-5507 tom.bergen@yahoo.com
20 attendees
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