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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Upcoming events
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8-10 Mile Suffern Hike ( Vigorous)
Suffern, NY 10901, Suffern, Ne, USLet's have some fun this Sun by doing a Suffern hike. The hike will be about 8-10 miles depending on the weather. The hike is rated Vigorous on the new AMC rating scale and 3D8-10 under previous codes. Not suitable for beginners, slow hikers, or runners.
The hike will start at the commuter parking lot at the junction of routes 59 and 202. Train people walk to the meeting place from the train station. The hike will be a hilly, demanding hike with a reasonable number of stops. If you are looking for a slow stroll or a high intensity workout, this is the wrong hike for you. Leader determines the pace, distance, and mileage. If you like to run, don't come.
Hiking boots and backpack are required. Also bring at least 4 liters of water and your lunch. This is an all-day hike that will start at 9:30 AM and end 5-6 hours later. Rain, cancels. Smoking is not allowed on this hike. Drones and dogs are also not allowed on this hike.
Those using public transportation take either the 807 NJT train (NJCL 7625) from Pen Station to Secaucus, or 8:11 NJT train (MNBN 6915) to Secaucus, or the 8:14 NJT train (NEC 7825) to Secaucus, and then transfer to NJT Train (MNBN 1709) to Suffern. The train arrives at 9:35.
For those using other modes of transportation, be on time and look for other AMC hikers in my group at the commuter parking lot. If you get lost at the train station or are late, we will not wait. If you have any questions, feel free to call me between 7:30 PM and 9:30 PM (718) 331-6148 or email me at joeni1@msn.com.
Covid-19 maintains its presence in our region. So 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. https://www.outdoors.org/policies-covid/ See AMC Trip Policy below.
AMC website listing:
https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX000001HZbt2AG/act00023460##
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Greenwood Lake: Appalachian Trail and Town Walk (Moderate Hike)
Greenwood Lake Park and Ride (Jersey Avenue Bus Stop), 711 Jersey Avenue, Greenwood Lake, NY, USHere is a new one! It is the first time this leader is offering this hike, and to my knowledge, no one else has offered it, not recently anyway. Our day will begin in the quaint village of Greenwood Lake, New York, where we will stop for a coffee and visit the waterfront park. From there we will hike up to the Appalachian Trail and head north. The plan is to make it to Bellvale Creamery for an ice cream, and then retrace our steps to Greenwood Lake. Back in town, those who are interested can join the leader for a drink and/or something to eat. Hopefully we will finish in time for the 6:21 pm bus back to New York, but there is also an 8:21 pm bus.
The total distance is approximately 8 miles, and the elevation gain will be over 1000 feet. There is a fairly long, steady climb at the beginning of the hike which could be challenging for some hikers, and there are other uphill sections. We will keep a moderate pace, but be advised that this is a hike, not a walk in the park. The hike is rated moderate under the new system, and 3C8 under the old system. Please bring with you: clothing and shoes/boots that are appropriate for a day in the woods, 2 quarts of drinking water, snacks, and a lunch. Bug spray and sunscreen are also recommended.
New Yorkers can take the NJ Transit #197 bus that leaves the Port Authority Bus Terminal at 9:30 am. We will meet up at 11:20 am at the bus stop in Greenwood Lake. Drivers, there appears to be ample parking in the town, but you will have to do your own research on that. The leader is Tim Burrows, and he can be reached at dreadnowt@ymail.com or you can post a message in the chat.
Register here so that you can be reached in case of changes.AMC website listing:
https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX000001HglR2AS/act00023494For more info about the AMC and its wide range of activities, take a look at outdoors.org and amc-ny.org
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