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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You're Invited! AMC Open House - New Members Welcome!
Reeves Meadow Visitor Center, 100 Seven Lakes Drive, Sloatsburg, NY, US>> REGISTER HERE <<
Curious about AMC? Come on in!Join us for a welcoming, community-centered Open House where you can learn more about the Appalachian Mountain Club and how we connect people to the outdoors. Whether you’re a lifelong hiker, a weekend wanderer, or just beginning your outdoor journey, there’s a place for you here. For 150 years, AMC has been fostering the protection, enjoyment, and understanding of the outdoors. At our Open House, you’ll discover how we bring that mission to life through recreation, conservation, education, and advocacy across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.
What to Expect
- Meet AMC staff, volunteers, and members
- Learn about local trips, programs, and volunteer opportunities
- Explore how our conservation work protects the landscapes we all love
- Get the inside scoop on lodging, outdoor experiences, and ways to get involved
- Ask questions and find your next adventure
Why Attend?
Because the outdoors is for all of us. And the more we come together, the more we can do to protect it. You don’t need experience. You don’t need gear. You just need the desire to step outside and connect. So bring a friend, your curiosity, and your love for the outdoors. Everyone is welcome to attend, whether you are new to the AMC, a long-time member, or just curious about us. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Where to Meet
Meet at the Reeves Meadow Visitor Center, now a Community Hub, at 100 Seven Lakes Drive in Harriman State Park. Come for light refreshments, information sharing, and community starting at 5:30pm.
4 attendees
GWB to Piermont or Nyack or Tarrytown (Strenuous)
George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal, 4211 Broadway, New York, NY, USThe 5/9/26 walk will take place in the rain, but here's a hopefully rain-free alternative date if you don't want to get wet tomorrow.
A 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
8–10-mile Garrison Hike (Vigorous)
Metro-North-Garrison, 1 Upper Station Rd, Garrison, NY, USLet's have another fun hiking adventure this Sat. by hiking in Garrison. We will meet at the Garrison Metro North Train Station at 9:10 and then shuttle all the cars and passengers to the trailhead.
The hike is not suitable for beginners, hikers who want to run, or slow hikers that want to stroll. The leader determines the pace, number of stops, and the duration of stops. Hiking boots and backpacks are required. Also bring your lunch and 2 liters of water per person.
This is an all-day hike that starts at 9:10 and ends at approximately 3:00 if all goes well. Expect a 10-mile hike, graded as vigorous by the current rating system and 3D10 by the prior codes.
Trans. 5C but take the early 7:57 train that arrives in Garrison at 9:10. Drivers meet at the Garrison Train Station. I will be taking the train and be in the last car. I will be wearing a wide brimmed tan hat, red AMC leader's shirt; green pants, and have 2 blue water bottles on my hips, and a large green pack. If you don't know where to get off on the train, get in the last car and follow me. If you get lost at the train station or come late, I won't wait. No dogs, No Drones, No Smoking, and No swimming allowed on hike. Rain, snow, or ice storms cancels. Leader: Joe Nigro 718-331-6148 (7:30-9:30 PM) Joeni1@msn.com
Despite the recent easing of Covid-19 restrictions - 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.
AMC website listing:
https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX0000018ypd2AA/act00021135## Cost
Free
9 attendees
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