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BLAZE >> Backpacking Gay Men of NYC

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New York, NY, US

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About us

Join us for nights under the stars, treks in the woods and NYC events to talk about your favorite gear and the next adventure. Follow us on Instagram to see what we've been up to: @BLAZENYC

BLAZE>> is a group for gay men in NYC that crave being outdoors and are passionate about backpacking and backcountry camping. New to backpacking? No worries, our members range from beginner trekkers with lots of enthusiasm to seasoned adventurers with years of experience to share. We are committed to challenging ourselves by trekking to isolated places of remarkable beauty, but our trips are as much about the journey as they are about being an über athlete.

If you are interested, you can shop for some BLAZE>> products at on-line store Zazzle.

There is also a San Francisco Chapter of Blaze>>, see https://www.meetup.com/blazesf.

Upcoming events

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12th Annual Adirondack High Peaks | 4 Nights @ Wilderness Campground
Wed, Aug 19 · 2:00 PM EDT
Adirondack Loj, x, Lake Placid, NY, US
Join us for some strenuous, exhilarating all-day hikes in the Adirondack High Peaks region.

One spot available! (8/14)

We’ll stay at Wildnerness Campground at Adirondack Loj, located on Heart Lake, with hike-out access to multiple high peaks including Mt. Marcy. It is a 15 minute drive from Lake Placid.

In addition to hiking we will also enjoy swimming, kayaking, hot breakfasts at the Loj, a welcome BBQ, group dinners, campfires, live music and exploring Lake Placid and Saranac Lake.

We have 4 sites reserved in the Wilderness Campground, near the washrooms. Each site sleeps 6 people in 3 tents, for up to 24 people total. Parking is included for 2 cars per site. Additional paid parking is available nearby.

Signup Fee / Campsite Cost: $70 per person
This amount assumes 16 people pay. If more pay, you will get some amount of refund. Full refunds after 8/5 are not guaranteed.

To reserve your spot, Venmo @DavidHAndrew “Adirondacks” (last four: 5460).
23 attendees
Labor Day Weekend at Camp OUT Poconos
Thu, Sep 3 · 5:00 PM EDT
Camp OUT Poconos, 446 Mount Nebo Road, East Stroudsburg, PA, US
Spend your Labor Day weekend with Blaze friends at Camp OUT Poconos! Enjoy a long weekend full of events, hiking, socializing, pool time, outdoor activities, drag and more!

Book your site today in the A section or let us know in the chat if you’d like to share a site - each site can fit up to 6 guests. Or stay in a cabin if you prefer!

A $45 annual membership is required for each guest in addition to lodging fees. 3 night minimum - book 4 nights for a discount.

Need a ride / can you offer a ride? Let us know in the chat (click private comment).

This page is just for Blaze use - signing up here does not guarantee you a site. Book your own on the Camp OUT site or coordinate to share a site.

Labor Day Weekend Schedule of Events
14 attendees
Vermont Fall Foliage Weekend
Fri, Oct 9 · 3:00 PM EDT
Airbnb, Jamaica VT 05343, Jamaica, VT, US
Join us for a long weekend of hiking and fun during fall foliage season in Vermont.

Pay the $215 lodging fee to move from “Waitlist” to “Going”.

We will stay in a house that sleeps 12 people and features a wrap-around porch, BBQ grill, fire pit and hot tub.

Lodging cost is $215 for the three nights (Fri - Mon). This assumes 10 people attend - if more attend, you will get some amount of refund.

Venmo @DavidHAndrew $215 with the note “Foliage” to reserve your spot. Refunds not guaranteed after 9/25.

Most beds are queen/double sized, so prepare to share. There is a twin bunkbed available.
3 attendees

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