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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Anthony Wayne to Silvermine Lake 9:00 AM (Moderate)
Anthony Wayne Recreation Area, Palisades Interstate Pkwy, Bear Mountain, NY 10911, USA, Woodbury, NY, USStart Location
7XXF+65, Woodbury, NY, US (41.298034, -74.027015)
End Location
Same as start locationDescription
Hiking from Anthony Wayne parking lot exit 17 off the Palisade Parkway at Harriman State Park. 7.3 miles and 1400 feet elevation, we go with a good speed and occasional water breaks.
I made it moderate since I am not pushing for speed these days. That may change again with the cooler fall.
We hike to Silvermine lake where we have lunch and back the same way.
The in and out route allows anyone to turn and hike back at any time for any reason.
Dog friendly, Panda is on vacation. Dogs are welcome.Please sign up on the AMC Website (not on Meetup): https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX000001I2u12AC/act00023591
AMC Hike Leader: Rolande Hodel: rrhodel@aol.com
1 attendee
Weekend Sail School on Fire Island Sept 11-13. No prior experience required.
Appalachian Mountain Club Fire Island Cabin, 803 Pirates Walk, Atlantique, NY, USJoin us for a weekend of Learn to Sail on Fire Island!
***Signing up on Meetup will NOT get you a spot***
For details, to sign up and pay please use the following link
Weekend Sail School at Fire Island on Outdoor Connector September 11,2026To ask questions about the event use Contact link in this Meetup post.
The cabin:
Experience the rugged beauty of dunes, forest, and marshes at AMC’s Fire Island Cabin. Located at the Fire Island National Seashore, enjoy beautiful Atlantic Ocean beaches, explore the area by canoe or kayak, and sail along the Great South Bay near Long Island in New York.
AMC Fire Island CabinThe event:
This weekend we are hosting a Sail School. Come learn sailing skills, knots, marine navigation, weather interpretation, and get to practice the skills using our fleet of small dinghy (Sunfish) or larger sloop (for experienced sailors).The even is open to everyone ages 15 and up, no prior sailing experience is required.
What's included:
- two nights of bunk bed accommodations
- all meals
- sailing introduction including personal and group instruction and practice
- free time to relax, roam and explore the beautiful Fire IslandFees:
$410 for AMC members
$495 for non-members11 attendees
Past events
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