What we’re about
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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•OnlineNominations for NY-NoJ Chapter Volunteer Recognition Awards!
OnlineIt's that time of year to recognize those outstanding AMC member volunteers who make the New York-North Jersey Chapter such a special community!
Please submit your nominations for Appie of the Year, Unsung Hero, Ambassador, and Inspirational Volunteer to the Advisory Committee with a short description by Friday, October 24th. Awardees will be announced at the Annual Meeting & Dinner on Saturday, November 15th.
Unsung Hero Award
For an AMC member who supports the chapter in less visible or celebrated ways behind the scenes, such as public service (conservation, trails), communications, editing, committee service, record keeping, etc., this year.Inspirational Volunteer Award
For an AMC member who embodies the spirit of our chapter and inspires others by leading, mentoring, or encouraging leadership or activity for AMC this year.Ambassador Award
For an AMC member who encourages others to participate with AMC or promotes AMC and our Chapter by recruiting, speaking for or representing AMC at events (whether virtual, at an outside venue, or related to an activity) this year.APPIE OF THE YEAR
This special award is for an AMC member who has consistently given selflessly for the good of the club over many years. The awardee is someone who works tirelessly, often behind the scenes, organizing, leading, and mentoring both directly and by example. This member is an active volunteer, rather than someone who served well in the past, and typically volunteers on one or more committees. The Appie exemplifies what is best about the volunteer ethic that makes our Club, and most particularly our Chapter, particularly wonderful.Email Nominations to Advisory Committee at advisory@amc-ny.org by Friday, October 24th.
2024 Awardees
Appie of the Year - Rich Siegelman
Inspiration - Rita Gollin
Ambassador Award - Gregory Kanhai
Unsung Hero - Rick Bryan1 attendee
Bouldering in Central Park at Rat Rock
Umpire Rock, Central Park South, New York, NY, USPLEASE REGISTER HERE
>> Register here <<The fall has arrived and so we welcome the season of sending with a special Sunday offering: bouldering in Central Park, NYC at Rat Rock! I am bringing my crash pads, guidebook, and chalk bucket to host 3 two-hour sessions of bouldering. Register online and then bring your own rock climbing shoes.
On rock? Rock on!
You do not need climbing experience (indoor and/or outdoor) to join us. We will be climbing low to the ground (less than 10 feet) with ample protection (crash pads) and there are many ‘problems’ to try regardless of previous experience climbing. Please bring what you will need!! (Water, snack, rock climbing shoes. Climbing shoes can be purchased at your local outdoor retailers or climbing gyms, both of which often carry reasonably-priced used gear in good condition.)
This is your chance to give it a go.. maybe if you try just hard enough, you will send.
Join the AMC today! Your membership supports hundreds of free or low-cost outdoor experiences, thousands of miles of trails, hundreds of thousands of acres of protected wilderness, outdoor leadership education, access to nature for everyone, and your local volunteer leaders.
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Oct 19 th 9:30 am Lk Tiorati 8 1/2 miles ( moderate)
Location not specified yetGreetings
been receiving interest in visiting the various iron mines in Harriman
so, we''ll start with the grand daddy of them allMeet at the lk Tiorati parking area on Sunday oct 19 th at 930 am
Adventure will begin with a visit to that mine, then head north , and east with lunch at the silvermine picnic areaplease note the trailhead is a 1/4 mile past the entrance booth so please drive the extra distance
NO DOGS
NO SMOKING
NO public transportationbring lunch , water , boots and a reasonably good attitude
thanks
jay
201 966-5482AMC website listing:
https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UUN000001p6xF2AQ/act0001666116 attendeesBouldering (FOR KIDS) in Central Park at Rat Rock
Umpire Rock, Central Park South, New York, NY, USPLEASE REGISTER HERE
>> REGISTER HERE <<The fall has arrived and so we welcome the season of sending with a special Sunday offering: bouldering in Central Park, NYC at Rat Rock! I am bringing my crash pads, guidebook, and chalk bucket to host 3 two-hour sessions of bouldering. Register online and then bring your own rock climbing shoes.
This session is for those under 18 years of age with a guardian. Please register yourself and include that you want to bring a child to the program with their respective information. Guardians are welcome to spectate, spot or climb.
On rock? Rock on!
You do not need climbing experience (indoor and/or outdoor) to join us. We will be climbing low to the ground (less than 10 feet) with ample protection (crash pads) and there are many ‘problems’ to try regardless of previous experience climbing. Please bring what you will need!! (Water, snack, rock climbing shoes. Climbing shoes can be purchased at your local outdoor retailers or climbing gyms, both of which often carry reasonably-priced used gear in good condition.)
This is your chance to give it a go.. maybe if you try just hard enough, you will send.
Join the AMC today! Your membership supports hundreds of free or low-cost outdoor experiences, thousands of miles of trails, hundreds of thousands of acres of protected wilderness, outdoor leadership education, access to nature for everyone, and your local volunteer leaders.
2 attendees
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