What we’re about
This group is operated by the Adirondack Mtn. Club - Albany Chapter (4/12/2023).
We are a very active local group dedicated to conservation, advocacy, recreation, education and stewardship of New York's wilderness areas. We sponsor a wide range of outdoor activities ranging from hiking, backpacking, padding, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing to educational programs, monthly meetings and social events for people who love the outdoors. We also support efforts to protect and preserve New York's wilderness areas. Be sure to check out our extensive listing of scheduled outings at:
Albany Chapter Outings and Activities
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Evening Paddle- Lock C1 Hudson RiverChamplain Canal Lock 1, Waterford, NY
Be on the water BEFORE 6:00pm. Plan to arrive at least 15-30 minutes ahead of launch time. We begin paddling promptly at 6pm.
From Broad St. in Waterford, take Rt.4 north for approximately 2.5 miles, then take a right onto Lock 1 Rd. At the gate to the lock, take a left to the boat launch.
We will paddle upstream toward Lock 2.
Please sign up at auntmayor@aol.com by noon on the day of the paddle and give your cell phone number for last minute changes, which will be announced via text if conditions change. This is the only way to sign up.
You must wear a securely fastened PFD and have a white light and whistle (required!). NO cotton clothing.
See General Information for Evening Paddling Trips.
"Participant Responsibilities - Albany Chapter ADK" albany.adk.org…
Plan on joining us for the PCM (Paddlers Committee Meeting, all attendees are automatically members of the "Committee") after the outing. We will have a picnic PCM after the paddle at the launch site.
Leaders: Robbie Orlando and Pam Bentien
Contact Phone: 518-421-7247
Contact Email: auntmayor@aol.com
- Evening Paddle- Lock 7 Mohawk Riverlock 7 park, niskayuna, NY
Be on the water BEFORE 6:00 p.m. Plan to arrive at least 15-30 minutes ahead of launch time. We begin paddling promptly at 6pm.
From the Northway, drive west on Rt. 7 for 4.5 miles and take a right on Mohawk Rd. Take a Left on Rosendale Rd for a short distance, and take a right on Lock 7 Rd. As you approach the lock, bear left to the boat launch.
We will paddle upstream past high cliffs and interesting rock formations.
Please sign up at auntmayor@aol.com by noon on the day of the paddle and give your cell phone number for last minute changes, which will be announced via text if conditions change. This is the only way to sign up.
You must wear a securely fastened PFD, and have a white light (required!) and whistle. No cotton clothing.
See General Paddling info for evening paddling trips.
"Participant Responsibilities - Albany Chapter ADK" albany.adk.org…
Plan on joining us for the PCM (Paddlers Committee Meeting, all attendees are automatically members of the "Committee") after the outing. We will be celebrating Ed Brown's 90th birthday at Otis and Oliver's, at 8:15pm.
Leaders: Alison Zoske and Pam Bentien
Contact Phone: 518-421-7247
Contact Email: auntmayor@aol.com
- Evening Paddle- Rensselaer, Hudson RiverForbes Rd. Boat Launch, Rensselaer, NY
Be on the water BEFORE 6:00 p.m. Plan to arrive at least 15-30 minutes ahead of launch time. We begin paddling promptly at 6pm. Hilton Park and Boat Launch, 10 Forbes Ave., Rensselaer, NY. Take I-90 East to Exit 7, turn right onto Washington Ave. Turn right onto Forbes Ave. and follow it to the end for the boat launch.
We will paddle upstream or downstream, depending on tide and conditions.
Please sign up at auntmayor@aol.com by noon on the day of the paddle and give your cell phone number for last minute changes, which will be announced via text if conditions change. This is the only way to sign up.
You must wear a securely fastened PFD, and have a white light and whistle (required!). No cotton clothing.
See General Paddling info for evening paddling trips.."Participant Responsibilities - Albany Chapter ADK" albany.adk.org…
Plan on joining us for the PCM (Paddlers Committee Meeting, all attendees are automatically members of the "Committee") after the outing. This season we will continue to have Picnic PCMs (BYOEverthing - snack, beverage, chair, ... ) We will have a picnic PCM after the paddle at the launch site.
Leaders: Austin Fisher and Pam Bentien
Contact Phone: 518-421-7247
Contact Email: auntmayor@aol.com
- Evening Paddle- Waterford LaunchWaterford Boat Launch, Waterford, NY
Be on the water at the Waterford boat launch BEFORE 6:00 p.m. Plan to arrive at least 15-30 minutes ahead of launch time. We begin paddling promptly at 6pm.
In Waterford, turn from Broad St. south onto First St. and drive to the boat launch at its end. Or you can launch from Lansingburgh at the end of 123rd St. off of Second Ave./Rt.4 and meet the rest of the group on the Waterford side.
We will paddle upstream on the Hudson to Campbell Island or explore the shores and waterfalls of Peebles Island.
Sign-up at auntmayor@aol.com by noon on the day of the paddle and give your cell phone number for last minute changes. This is the only way to sign up.
You must wear a securely fastened PFD, and have a white light and whistle (required!). No cotton clothing.
See General Paddling info for evening paddling trips.. "Participant Responsibilities - Albany Chapter ADK" albany.adk.org…Plan on joining us for the PCM (Paddlers Committee Meeting, all attendees are automatically members of the "Committee") after the outing. This season we will continue to have Picnic PCMs (BYOEverthing - snack, beverage, chair, ... ) We will have a picnic PCM at the launch site.
Leaders: Pam Bentien
Contact Phone: 518-421-7247
Contact Email: auntmayor@aol.com
