NY Ski & Snowboard Club

May 16 Sat: Hike Labyrinth & Lemon Squeezer w Transport $55

16. Mai 2026 6:00 EDT

Mohonk Preserve, 3197 Route 44 55, Gardiner, NY, US

HIKE LABYRINTH & LEMON SQUEEZE
Enjoy this 4.9-miles trail with 649 feet elevation gain in Mohonk Mountain, New York. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 30 min to complete.
Route: Hikers will pass by Lake Mohonk before following the Labyrinth Trail up to the Albert K. Smiley Memorial Tower. The Labyrinth is a narrow rocky corridor hikers will need to scramble through a maze of boulders, ladders, and tight squeezes, this is a fun challenge. Kids especially love this section of trail.
Highlight: The Lemon Squeezer, a narrow rock crevice that you climb through to reach panoramic views.
Finish: Reah the Skytop Tower for 360 views of the Shawangunk Ridge.
More info: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/the-labrynth-and-skytop-road-loop
After the hike, we will have picnic lunch near Mohonk Lake, taking in the beautiful fall foliage (Please bring your sandwich).
NOTE: There is $15 entrance fee per person to the trail, payable to parking attendant. Please bring $15 cash. Also, we are heading to this hike much earlier than normal due to the expected very busy weekend.

WINE TASTING
Optionally, we can go for wine tasting at Robibero Winery before heading back to NYC.

DEPARTURE/RETURN SCHEDULE
Depart Date: Shown above. Please arrive 15 minutes earlier. Van will depart sharply on time with or without you.
Depart 6:00 AM from Queens (NEW): (Northeast Corner of 39th Ave & College Point Blvd) 133-03 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354 (Map). Subway lines (Main St-Flushing): 7. (1/2 block from Asian Jewels)
Depart 6:40 AM from NYC: (Starbucks: Southwest Corner of 43rd St and 9th Ave) 593 9th Ave, New York, NY 10036 (Map) Subway lines (Times Sq-42 St): A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, S.
Depart 6:50 AM from NJ (NEW): (Lincoln Harbor Station) Meetup here: QX6G+H9 Weehawken Township, NJ 07086 (Map) near Lincoln Tunnel. Take Hudson-Bergen Light Rail (HBLR) (Light Rail System Map).
Return Date/Time: Depart around 2:30 PM, and expect to arrive at NJ 4:20 PM, midtown NYC 4:40 PM & Queens at 5:30 PM

COST
Early birds: $55 for first 7 spots or 6 days in advance whichever comes first. Please bring $15 cash for entrance fee to the trail; Regular: Afterward $65
Trip includes: Round trip transportation from NYC area, guided hiking of Labyrinth and Lemon Squeeze in Mohonk Mountain, parking fee, & tolls. $5 Tips to driver is required & will be collected before departing from mountain.
Cost Not Included in the Trip:
• Entrance Fee $15 to the trail
• Wine tasting

ITEMS TO BRING/WEAR
Bring a sandwich/lunch, hiking boots or shoes, hat, sunblock scream, water bottles & cash or credit card.

BUY TICKET HERE
https://may162026Labyrinth.eventbrite.com/ Your spot is not confirmed until your payment is received.

REFUND POLICY
* Full refund minus $20 processing fee if cancelled 6 days in advance * Afterward, no refund for cancellation or no show; however, you can transfer your spot to other with $20 transfer fee; * Full refund if the trip has to be cancelled by us.

CHECK OUT ALL 2026/2027 TRIPS (More to Come):
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nyskiclub/events
Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/ny-ski-snowboard-club/events/
Eventbrite: https://nyskiclub.eventbrite.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyskiclub/

LIKE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/nyskiclub/

By RSVPing "Yes", you and your guest(s) are accepting the terms to THE WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY (listed on the bottom of this page) set forth by NY Ski & Snowboard Club.

THE WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY
In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in NY Ski & Snowboard Club events and activities, the event participant acknowledges, and agrees that:

1. The risk of injury from the events may be significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death, and while particular rules, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury does exist; and,
2. KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASES or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and,
3. Willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation; and,
4. Event participant, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS NY Ski & Snowboard Club their officers, officials, agents, and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event, WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

May 17 Sun Hike Kaaterskill Falls w Transport $49

17. Mai 2026 7:30 EDT

Kaaterskills Falls, NY 23A, Hunter, NY, US

HIKING KAATERSKILL FALLS LOOP
Enjoy this 4.4-mile loop trail with 946 feet elevation gain near Haines Falls, New York. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 18 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October.
Begin from Scutt Road Trailhead and start up the Escarpment Trail. Continue onto Schutt Road and Yellow Horse Trail before meeting back up with Escarpment. This stretch will lead to Inspiration Point. Return back via Escarpment Trail passing by Layman's Monument and detouring off to an overlook of Kaaterskill Falls.
More info: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/inspiration-point-to-katerskill-falls-loop
After the hike, we will have lunch nearby, and head to optional Mountain Top Arboretum.

MOUNTAIN TOP ARBORETUM (Optional)
A peaceful spot with beautiful gardens and walking trails, perfect for a relaxing nature escape (Extra cost: suggested donation $5)
More info: https://www.tripadvisor.com/AttractionsNear-g47938-d219617-Hunter_Mountain-Hunter_Catskill_Region_New_York.html

DEPARTURE/RETURN SCHEDULE
Depart Date: Shown above. Please arrive 15 minutes earlier. Van will depart sharply on time with or without you.
Depart 7:30 AM from Queens (NEW): (Northeast Corner of 39th Ave & College Point Blvd) 133-03 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354 (Map). Subway lines (Main St-Flushing): 7. (1/2 block from Asian Jewels)
Depart 8:15 AM from NYC: (Starbucks: Southwest Corner of 43rd St and 9th Ave) 593 9th Ave, New York, NY 10036 (Map) Subway lines (Times Sq-42 St): A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, S.
Depart 8:30 AM from NJ (NEW): (Lincoln Harbor Station) Meetup here: QX6G+H9 Weehawken Township, NJ 07086 (Map) near Lincoln Tunnel. Take Hudson-Bergen Light Rail (HBLR) (Light Rail System Map).
Return Date/Time: Depart around 4:00 PM, and expect to arrive at NJ 6:00 PM, midtown NYC 6:30 PM & Queens at 7:30 PM

COST
Early birds: $49 for first 7 spots or 6 days in advance whichever comes first; Regular: Afterward $59. $5 Tips to driver is required & will be collected before departing from Bear Mountain.
Trip includes: Round trip transportation from NYC area, guided hiking, parking fee, & tolls.

ITEMS TO BRING
Hat, sunblock scream, & cash or credit card.

BUY TICKET HERE
https://may172026KaaterskillFalls.eventbrite.com/ Your spot is not confirmed until your payment is received.

REFUND POLICY
* Full refund minus $20 processing fee if cancelled 6 days in advance * Afterward, no refund for cancellation or no show; however, you can transfer your spot to other with $20 transfer fee; * Full refund if the trip has to be cancelled by us.
By RSVPing "Yes", you and your guest(s) are accepting the terms to THE WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY (listed on the bottom of this page) set forth by NY Ski & Snowboard Club.

CHECK OUT ALL 2026 TRIPS (More to Come):
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nyskiclub/events
Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/ny-ski-snowboard-club/events/
Eventbrite: https://nyskiclub.eventbrite.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyskiclub/
LIKE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/nyskiclub/

THE WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY
In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in NY Ski & Snowboard Club events and activities, the event participant acknowledges, and agrees that:

1. The risk of injury from the events may be significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death, and while particular rules, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury does exist; and,
2. KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASES or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and,
3. Willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation; and,
4. Event participant, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS NY Ski & Snowboard Club their officers, officials, agents, and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event, WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

May 23-25 Cape Cod & Newport $299 (2 Nights + Transport) Depart QNS NYC CT

23. Mai 2026 6:30 EDT

Cape Cod, 7025 Route 7, Barnstable, MA, US

CAPE COD
No matter how many times you visit Cape Cod, you'll continue to find new ways to be captivated by its beauty. Massachusetts' hook-shaped peninsula is special in so many ways, thanks to its abundance of charming towns and sandy, pitch-pine-dotted landscapes. In Chatham, for example, a lively Main Street beckons shoppers and diners. But further north, the towns of Wellfleet and Truro have a more laid-back vibe with quiet beaches and winding back roads. Provincetown — the crown jewel at the very tip of the Cape — is a haven for painters, photographers, and writers.
More on https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-guide/cape-cod

NEWPORT
Welcome to Newport, Rhode Island – a coastal city with a unique charm that makes it one of the most captivating destinations in the United States. Nestled on the picturesque shores of Aquidneck Island, Newport boasts a rich history, stunning natural beauty, and an enchanting maritime atmosphere. In this article, we’ll delve into why this small city is an absolute must-visit.
More on https://bestattractions.org/usa/rhode-island/is-newport-rhode-island-worth-visiting/

LODGING
We will be staying in a Seaside Getaway in Yarmouth (centrally located Cape Cod cottage), 4 bedrooms, 7 beds (3 queen/double beds, 4 single beds, 1 sofabed), 2 baths, a fully equipped kitchen, & a living room. We will max out at 10 people. The house is 1 mile from beautiful Seagull Beach and 1 hour drive to Provincetown.
Features: Private outdoor shower, outdoor patio with patio table set, outdoor gas fire pit, BBQ gas griddle, free WiFi, washer, dryer, microwave, coffee maker, hair dryer.
Essential Provided: Towels, bed sheets, soap and toilet paper

DEPARTURE/RETURN SCHEDULE
Depart Date: Shown above. Please arrive 15 minutes earlier. Van will depart sharply on time with or without you.
Depart 6:30 AM from Queens (NEW): (Northeast Corner of 39th Ave & College Point Blvd) 133-03 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354 (Map). Subway lines (Main St-Flushing): 7. (1/2 block from Asian Jewels)
Depart 7:10 AM from NYC: (Starbucks: Southwest Corner of 43rd St and 9th Ave) 593 9th Ave, New York, NY 10036 (Map) Subway lines (Times Sq-42 St): A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, S.
Depart 8:00 AM from CT: (Greenwich Metro-North Station) Island Beach Lot, 121 Arch St, Greenwich, CT 06831 (Map). The parking lot is 6 minutes walk to train station. Please wait near the parking lot entrance. Note: First 2 hours free, daily parking is $7, free on Sunday.
Return Date/Time: Depart from Cape Cod on Monday after lunch around 3:00 PM and expect to arrive at CT at 8:00 PM, NYC at 9:00 PM & Queens at 10:00 PM

TENTATIVE PLAN (Plan may vary depending on weather among other factors)
* 5/23 Saturday:
• Arriving at Newport. After lunch, start a scenic walk along the Cliff Walk, a 3.5-mile path that offers stunning views of the ocean and the famous Newport mansions.
• Take a tour of The Breakers (extra cost), a breathtaking mansion built by the Vanderbilt family in the late 1800s. We can also visit other historic mansions like Marble House, The Elms, or Rosecliff if we have extra time.
• Have dinner on the way to the house, and grocery shopping for breakfasts & drinks.
* 5/24 Sunday:
• Begin the complimentary Self-Guide Drive Audio Tour on our way to Provincetown. Visit few lighthouses (including Highland Lighthouse and Nauset Lighthouse), and Cape Cod National Seashore.
• Visit Macmillan Pier, touring Pilgrim Monument & Provincetown Museum (extra cost), Pilgrims' First Landing Park, and walk around Commercial Street.
• Optionally visit the downtown Chatham for charming shops, Chatham Lighthouse, and scenic beaches.
• Dine out or get some groceries & cook the dinner.
* 5/25 Monday:
• Visit Hyannis, John F. Kennedy Hyannis Memorial (Map) and Veterans Memorial Park.
• Stop in Plymouth to see the historic Plymouth Rock & Mayflower ship.
• Have lunch & head back to NYC.

COST (LODGING & TRANSPORTATION)
Early Birds: $299 per person for first 7 spots or 8 days in advance whichever comes first. Regular: $329 per person afterward. $30 to upgrade from shared bed to own single bed when available. Note: Eventbrite will show the price including the transaction fee.
Cost Included: 2 nights shared accommodation (sharing a queen bed) at a big vacation house in Cape Cod. Round trip transportation from NYC area & tolls, daily transportation between the house & attractions, & parking fee if any. $10 tips for the van driver is required & will be collected on the returning trip.
Cost Not Included in Trip: * Bike rental if any; * Meals & drinks; * Gratitude for the trip leader/driver

BUY TICKET HERE
https://may232026capecod.eventbrite.com/ Your spot is not confirmed until your payment is received.

REFUND POLICY
* Full refund minus $50 processing fee if cancelled 8 days in advance
* 50% refund if cancelled 5 days in advance
* No refund for cancellation or no show within 5 days; however, spots can be transferred to your friends with $50 processing fee.

TRAVEL INSURANCE
To protect your trip, consider buying travel insurance, around 5% to 7% of total cost, and you can get reimbursed 75% to 100% of the cost for any reason for cancellation or trip interruption. https://www.travelinsured.com/

VIDEO: Best Things to Do in Cape Code, MA
https://youtu.be/HAEg12q1s5g
Pictures from Previous Trips
https://www.meetup.com/ny-outdoor-adventurers/photos/33646295/

CHECK OUT ALL 2026 TRIPS (More to Come):
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nyskiclub/events
Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/ny-ski-snowboard-club/events/
Eventbrite: https://nyskiclub.eventbrite.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyskiclub/

By RSVP'ing "Yes", you and your guest(s) are accepting the terms to THE WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY (listed on the bottom of this page) set forth by NY Ski & Snowboard Club.

THE WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY
In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in NY Ski & Snowboard Club events and activities, the event participant acknowledges, and agrees that:

1. The risk of injury from the events may be significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death, and while particular rules, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury does exist; and,
2. KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and,
3. Willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation; and,
4. Event participant, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS NY Ski & Snowboard Club their officers, officials, agents, and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event, WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

May 30 Sat: Day Trip to Mystic CT w Transport $55 from Queens NYC

30. Mai 2026 6:00 EDT

Mystic Seaport Museum, 75 Greenmanville Ave, Mystic, CT, US

MYSTIC CT
Mystic, Connecticut is a historic seaport village on the Mystic River, famous for its shipbuilding past during the clipper ship era and its picturesque downtown with shops, restaurants, and the iconic Bascule Bridge. It is a premier New England tourism destination, especially popular in summer, and home to major attractions like Mystic Seaport Museum (Largest Maritime Museum in the USA & 2nd Best Open Air Museum in the USA) and Mystic Aquarium (Rank #5 in the USA). Mystic's rich maritime heritage is evident in its preserved architecture and nautical theme, making it a beautiful and historically significant place to visit and live.
More info: https://thisismystic.com/about-mystic/

DEPARTURE/RETURN SCHEDULE
Depart Date: Shown above. Please arrive 15 minutes earlier. Van will depart sharply on time with or without you.
Depart 6:00 AM from Queens (NEW): (Northeast Corner of 39th Ave & College Point Blvd) 133-03 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354 (Map). Subway lines (Main St-Flushing): 7. (1/2 block from Asian Jewels)
Depart 6:40 AM from NYC: (Starbucks: Southwest Corner of 43rd St and 9th Ave) 593 9th Ave, New York, NY 10036 (Map) Subway lines (Times Sq-42 St): A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, S.
Return Date/Time: Depart around 6:30 PM, and expect to arrive at midtown NYC 9:00 PM & Queens at 9:45 PM

TENTATIVE TRIP PLAN
Morning: Departure & Arrival
• 6:40 AM – Depart NYC
• 9:30 AM – Arrive in Mystic, CT.
9:30 AM – Mystic Aquarium (Optional; $38 Extra)
• Duration: ~2 hours
• Highlights: Beluga whales (only ones in New England), sea lions, spotted seals, penguins, touch tanks, and the dinosaur exhibit.
• Tip: Book tickets online to skip the line.
12:00 PM – Lunch at Olde Mistick Village
• Duration: ~1.5 hour
• Highlights: Quaint shops, duck pond, and colonial-style architecture.
• Lunch Options: Jealous Monk or Mystic Market (Sandwiches & seafood)
1:45 PM – Mystic Seaport Museum (Optional; $35 Extra)
• Duration: ~2 hours
• Highlights: Historic ships, 19th-century village, and the Charles W. Morgan whaling ship.
• Tip: Wear comfortable shoes—lots of walking!
4:15 PM – Mystic Pizza & Downtown Stroll
• Duration: ~1 hour
• Highlights: The iconic Mystic Pizza, local galleries, boutiques, and charming streets.
• Boathouse (Must Trip): rowboats, and pedal boats (FREE to rent)
• Optional: Grab souvenirs or a coffee for the road.
5:30 PM – Waterfront Walk & Drawbridge
• Duration: • Duration: ~1 hour
• Highlights: Scenic views, relaxing by the water, and watching Drawbridge rise (40 minutes past the hour).
• Optional: Ice cream from Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream.
6:30 PM – Depart Mystic
• ETA NYC: ~9:00 PM (depending on traffic)

COST
Early birds: $55 for first 7 spots or 11 days in advance whichever comes first; Regular: Afterward $65. $5 Tips to driver is required & will be collected on the returning trip.
Trip includes: Round trip transportation from NYC area, semi-guided tour, parking fee, & tolls.

ITEMS TO BRING
Hat, sunblock scream, & cash or credit card.

BUY TICKET HERE
https://may302026mystic.eventbrite.com/ Your spot is not confirmed until your payment is received.

VIDEO
Things to do in Mystic: https://youtu.be/PaVYhbEzWbw?si=SlVmTGeh0YIKbCZ7

REFUND POLICY
* Full refund minus $20 processing fee if cancelled 11 days in advance * Afterward, no refund for cancellation or no show; however, you can transfer your spot to other with $20 transfer fee; * Full refund if the trip has to be cancelled by us.
By RSVPing "Yes", you and your guest(s) are accepting the terms to THE WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY (listed on the bottom of this page) set forth by NY Ski & Snowboard Club.

CHECK OUT ALL 2026 TRIPS (More to Come):
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nyskiclub/events
Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/ny-ski-snowboard-club/events/
Eventbrite: https://nyskiclub.eventbrite.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyskiclub/
LIKE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/nyskiclub/

THE WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY
In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in NY Ski & Snowboard Club events and activities, the event participant acknowledges, and agrees that:

1. The risk of injury from the events may be significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death, and while particular rules, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury does exist; and,
2. KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASES or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and,
3. Willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation; and,
4. Event participant, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS NY Ski & Snowboard Club their officers, officials, agents, and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event, WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.