Curious By Nature Weekend
Details
Curious By Nature Weekend is for anyone who wants to spend more time outdoors but doesn't know where to start.
Just an hour from New York City, trade screens and schedules for forest trails, campfires, lake swims, and a weekend of outdoor exploration.
Find Your People
Designed to make it easy to meet other people in their 20s & 30s, the weekend offers opportunities to connect over a shared meal, around the campfire, or by trying something new together.
Build Your Confidence
Learn skills that make it easy to get outside. From the basics of layering to backcountry trip planning, leave with the tools and confidence to continue exploring on your own.
Connect with Nature
Try a variety of guided experiences, from nature walks and birding to photography and paddling. Explore the outdoors in a fun, approachable way and discover what draws you to nature.
What to Expect
Spend the weekend lakeside at AMC's Harriman Outdoor Center, where cozy cabins, campsites, shared meals (optional meal plans), and evenings around the campfire create the perfect setting to unwind and connect with nature.
Friday
- Arrive at Corman-Harriman Outdoor Center by car or take the AMC shuttle from Sloatsburg train station
- Check in to your cabin or campsite
- Social hour with and appetizers
- Communal dinner and campfire
- S'mores Bar and time to settle in, connect, and enjoy the evening
- Additional evening programming to be announced
Saturday
- Morning yoga by the water and breakfast
- Led outdoor activities, examples including hiking, paddling, birding, and wildlife identification
- Creative experiences exploring the intersection of nature, sound, and movement
- Outdoor skill-building workshops and additional chapter-supported outings
- Social hour and communal dinner
Sunday
- Final communal breakfast
- 'Next Steps' workshop and resource sharing
- Check-out and departure by noon
Check our friendly rates, how to order meals in advance, and other useful information at Curious By Nature Weekend | Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC).