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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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- May 21 th 9:30 am Lk Tiorati 8 miles (Moderate)Needs location
Greetings
we'll meet at lake Tiorati at 9:30
exact trails will depend on the weather and how many sign up
might do the Bradley mine or Bottle Cap trailplease note the trailhead is a 1/4 mile past the entrance booth so please drive the extra distance to the trailhead
figure 8 miles
brings boots, water and polesNO DOGS
NO SMOKING
No public transportationthanks
jay
201 966-5482AMC website listing:
https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UUN000001ANpB2AW/act00013659 - REGISTER NOW FOR THE ANNUAL CHAPTER PICNIC on Saturday, June 7thThe Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center, haverstraw, NY
REGISTER NOW FOR THE ANNUAL CHAPTER PICNIC ON SATURDAY, JUNE 7th!
It's a great day out for family and friends!This year the Annual Picnic returns to the Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center and it will be even bigger and better than last year! It's basically an Outdoor Festival in your backyard! Come just for a full suite on activities on Saturday with the Picnic, or join us for a whole weekend (Friday-Sunday) of fun. It's up to you!
We've lined up an entire weekend of fun outdoor activities, workshops, good food, and good music for you. Activities include day and night hikes, trail running, swimming, paddling, trail maintenance projects, conservation workshops, sunrise yoga on the dock, birdwatching, games, music, gourmet s'mores, and bonfires (feel free to pack musical instruments if you’re moved to jam). Bring the whole family because there will be kid-friendly activities, too, such as a scavenger hunt, leaf printing, and a chocolate fountain. Here's a preview of the exciting Picnic Activity Schedule
We expect the highlight of the weekend may be the massive picnic on Saturday at 4:30 pm featuring a fantastic picnic spread to include a variety of dishes. Vegetarian and Gluten Free dishes will be offered for every meal.
This is an incredible opportunity to stay at AMC Harriman Outdoor Center at low cost. It is highly recommended to stay for the whole weekend in order to enjoy all the activities. Picnic Activity Schedule
### Accommodations & Meals
Accommodations are in Cabins or Camping on tent platforms/3-sided shelters. A weekend ticket entitles one person to one spot on a tent platform or shelter, or to one bunk in a cabin, including meals: Friday Dinner, Saturday Breakfast, Saturday Picnic & BBQ, and Sunday breakfast. Note: Alcohol is not permitted to be sold or given away at CHOC. But those who are 21+ are welcome to bring their own beverages to enjoy. A Saturday Picnic ticket is for the Saturday Picnic only.### Cost
Expenses this special weekend are offset by a donation from the New York-North Jersey Chapter. The Chapter Picnic usually sells out and space is limited. So, Register Early! Members get a 20% discount when using the code "Member20" at checkout.
Prices- Picnic: $36 Members / $45 Non-members + Discounted ticket option for kids 5-18. Children under 5 are free. (Includes all Sat activities + Picnic)
- Camping: $160 Member / $200 Non-member + Discounted ticket options for shared 2-person tent (Includes Fri Dinner, Sat Breakfast + activities + Picnic, Sunday Breakfast)
- Backcountry Camping: $140 Member / $175 Non-member (Includes Fri Dinner, Sat Breakfast + activities + Picnic, Sunday Breakfast)
- Cabin: $180 Member / $225 Non-member (Includes Fri Dinner, Sat Breakfast + activities + Picnic, Sunday Breakfast)
**Lunches must be purchased seperately at camp**
### Registration
For this event, participants must register on EventBrite - AMC Chapter Picnic. Meetup RSVP is not sufficient. Join AMC HERE to get Member Discounts.### Transportation
We encourage everyone to carpool or to take mass transit. You can take the bus to Sloatsburg or Tuxedo or the train to Tuxedo. We will have a shuttle service ($11.00) from the station to the camp. We will be posting the shuttle times as the event nears.### Join AMC for Member Discounts
Join the AMC during May and get up to 50% off the regular annual cost of membership. That's only $37 for families and $25 for everyone else!
To receive the members discount on this trip and enjoy all the other AMC Membership benefits just click HERE. Your membership dues are partially tax deductible.### Cancellation Policy
Reservations canceled more than 10 days in advance receive a full refund minus a $25 processing fee. Reservations canceled 10 days or less in advance are not refundable. If the AMC must cancel a program, registrants will be notified and all fees will be refunded. Normal weather will not cancel this event. - 8–10-mile Anthony's Nose or Garrison Hike (Vigorous)Metro-North-Garrison, Garrison, NY
Let'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 trail head.
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 4 liters of water per person.
This is an all-day hike that starts at 9:10and 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 7:50 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 or extreme heat 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/a5UUN000001Almf2AC/act00013700## Cost
Free
