What we’re about
Free hiking, walking, stroll and cycling parties around NY, NJ and CT.
There is no age limit.
We encourage everyone to be polite and refrain from discussing politics.
All events are free.
If you want you can join us only for one country.
Dear verticals, it's time to do an international trip we chose last year. Beautiful Brazil and Peru are waiting for us.
This is a 12 days 11 nights trip.
Keep in mind that in Peru we will go hiking for two to three non-consecutive days.
If you're not the hiker please let us know ahead of time.
In Brazil and Peru in most places we will have local tour guides.
We are not a travel agency and you will have to pay for your own travel, however we can help you with advice on flights and accommodation.
Most of us will depart from New York City.
Start date: May 21 (evening)
Finish day: June 1 (evening)
**Preliminary plan for Brazil**
May 21 - Evening non-stop flight to Sao Paulo, Brazil
May 22 - 1 day trip in Sao Paulo with a guide
May 23 - Flying to Foz do Iguacu
May 23 - Visiting Iguazu Falls with a guide
May 24 - Morning flight to Rio de Janeiro
May 24, 25, 26 - Visiting Rio de Janeiro with a guide
**Preliminary plan for Peru**
May 27 - Morning flight with 1 stop to Cusco, Peru
May 27 - Visiting Sacred Valley and Rainbow mountain
May 28, 29 - Hiking Machu Picchu with a guide
May 30 - Visiting Amazon Rainforest (Manu park) with a guide
May 31 - Morning flight to Lima
May 31 - Day your around Lima
June 01 - Morning tour in Lima
June 01 - Evening flight to NYC
**** TIPS ****
We are going to organize a zoom call once we will have enough people to look for hotels.
We highly recommend booking your tickets and hotels ahead of time.
Budget is limited by the comfort level you need.
If you would like to share the hotel booking please don't forget to collect/transfer the money in advance (we suggest you meet in person before).
Please be ready to wake up at 6-7 AM.
Consider your strength as each day we will walk about 8-12 miles every day in Brazil and 10-16 miles every day in Peru.
Money collected is not refundable (unless you will find someone to replace your booking).
Organizers are not liable for any damages so please take this into account before you transfer the money to someone.
For questions please contact the organizers.
Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145
Our meetup group: https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d
Whatsapp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/I2kkVYiGxaMGWWKhIzqJjo
Telegram: https://t.me/neverwinterfree
Please apply via:
Wechat: cozmo31
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We have WhatsApp group to coordinate this event (please ask organizer)
Disclaimer of liability:
By participating in this activity you agree that organizers are not to be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur before, during or after the event.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- High Falls to New Paltz Free HikeThe Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York, NY
Only heavy rain can stop us!
Dear verticals, it's time to try something new.
This time we will visit one of the largest waterfalls in Hudson Valley - High Falls that slides 120 feet down a plane of granite.
After that we will hike through beautiful Mohonk Preserve (Please note that entrance fees to the park may apply).
We will pass historical landmarks, ponds and rivers and end up in New Paltz.
This is not a loop hike!
After the hike we might have dinner in one of the famous Tibetan restaurants.May 10 (Saturday)
Starts at 8:00 AMYou can meet the group at 2 points:
1st meeting point: 8:00 AM
(1st floor) in front of Dunkin' Donuts at Port Authority Bus Terminal (625 8th Ave, New York)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/qzYGMQQZXFvDFdjC72d meeting point: 10:25 AM
in front of TRT Bicycles (1066 NY-32, Rosendale, NY)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/LeSnRXsqRyF65HxZ9Detailed plan:
08:00 AM - Meeting at 1st floor in front of Dunkin' Donuts at Port Authority Bus Terminal.
08:30 AM - Departure from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Rosendale, NY.
10:20 AM - Arriving at Rosendale, NY.
10:25 AM - Meeting rest of the group in front of TRT Bicycles (1066 NY-32, Rosendale, NY).
12:00 PM - Arriving at High falls.
01:00 PM - Entering the Table Rocks at Mohonk Preserve.
01:20 PM - Lunch by trail.
01:45 PM - Continue hiking.
02:50 PM - Reaching Bonticou Crag.
05:20 PM - Reaching New Paltz.
06:00 PM - Taking the bus from New Paltz, NY to Port Authority Bus Terminal.
07:40 PM - Arriving at Port Authority Bus Terminal.***USEFUL INFO***
Elevation: 1600 ft.
Distance: about 13 miles (please keep this into consideration as this hike is NOT for rookies).
We highly suggest you buy all tickets in advance (Port Authority to Rosendale, NY and New Paltz, NY to Port Authority).
Hiking shoes are highly suggested.
Please bring the food and enough water for a half day as we will not stop for food during the hike.
Some of us might drive so don't hesitate to ask the group for the pick up.Map (screenshot): https://i.ibb.co/vd7mxRL/map.jpg
Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/SjpWDAqgnwYQPkbU7We might optimize the route based on weather and other conditions.
Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145
Our meetup group: https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d
Whatsapp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GVXEFcR4PMjH70KLNlbpRV
Telegram: https://t.me/neverwinterfreePlease apply via:
IG: coz_its_mo
LINE: cozmo31
Wechat: cozmo31
www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=28694880Disclaimer of liability:
By participating in this activity you agree that organizers are not to be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur before, during or after the event. - Cold Spring Free HikeGrand Central Terminal, 87 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017, New York, NE
Only heavy rain can stop us!
Dear North American mammals, it's time for another gorgeous hike.
This time we will conquer the Cold spring.
We will hike all the way from Cold Spring to Beacon via Cornish Estate and Breakneck Ridge trails.
We will pass beautiful lakes, creeks and mountain tops.
Please note, that this is not a loop hike!
After the hike we will have dinner in one of the restaurants in Beacon.May 11 (Sunday)
You can meet the group at 2 points:
1st meeting point: 8:20 AM
at the center of Grand Central Terminal. Look for a round information kiosk. (89 E 42nd St, New York, NY)
https://goo.gl/maps/EXntuWYH3VYAdXCm82d meeting point: 10:25 AM
in front of Lewis & Pine Jewelry (38 Main St, Cold Spring, NY)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Xj3G12VLo24eQzN66Detailed plan:
08:20 AM - Meeting at center of Grand Central Terminal (look for a round information kiosk).
08:50 AM - Departure from Grand Central to Cold Spring.
10:14 AM - Arriving at Cold Spring station.
10:25 AM - Meeting rest of the group in front of Lewis & Pine (38 Main St, Cold Spring, NY)
11:00 AM - Entering the trail.
01:15 PM - Lunch at the park.
01:45 PM - Continue hiking.
04:20 PM - Reaching the Beacon.
04:45 PM - Diner at the Beacon.
05:45 PM - Heading to Beacon station.
06:09 PM - Taking the train back to Grand Central from Beacon station.
07:55 PM - Arriving at Grand Central.***USEFUL INFO***
Total distance about 11 miles
Total elevation 2087 ft. (please keep this into consideration as this hike is NOT for rookies)
We highly suggest you buy all tickets in advance (Grand-Central to Cold Spring and Beacon to Grand central)
Hiking shoes are highly suggested.
Please bring the food and enough water for a half day as we will not stop for food during the hike
Some of us might drive so don't hesitate to ask the group for the pick upAll Trails: www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/cold-spring-to-beacon
Map (screenshot): [)
Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jnDE9gsTUwNywnQJ8We might optimize the route based on weather and other conditions.
Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145
Our meetup group: https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d
Whatsapp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GVXEFcR4PMjH70KLNlbpRV
Telegram: https://t.me/neverwinterfreePlease apply via:
IG: coz_its_mo
LINE: cozmo31
Wechat: cozmo31
www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=28694880Disclaimer of liability:
By participating in this activity you agree that organizers are not to be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur before, during or after the event. - Time to pedal Taconic (trail)Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY
It's a free event! Only rain can stop us!
Dear verticals, it's time for the most exciting ride of the year through unforgettable Taconic Hereford.
We will have numerous stops and possibly visit the lake.
After the ride we might have dinner in a nearby restaurant.Keep in mind that this trail is hilly.
This is a loop ride.May 17 (Saturday)
You can meet the group at 2 points:
1st meeting point: 8:15 AM (train to Poughkeepsie leaves at 8:46 AM)
at the center of Grand Central Terminal. Look for a round information kiosk. (89 E 42nd St, New York, NY)
https://goo.gl/maps/EXntuWYH3VYAdXCm8
2d meeting point: 11:05 AM
in front of Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church (95 Mill St, Poughkeepsie, NY)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/VDaUWWojKbj6pbrb6Map: [)
Park map: https://www.dutchessny.gov/Departments/Parks/docs/tmsTaconicHereford.pdfAbout 7 hours ride (average speed 9 miles/hr)
Total elevation: 2100ft (please take this into consideration as this event is not for rookies).
Road type: you will need a hybrid bike or MTB for this ride.
Total distance: about 35 miles from Poughkeepsie station or 12 miles from Taconic Hereford State Park parking.
Please bring enough water and food for a day.
Some might drive to the Taconic Hereford directly, so ask in group if they have space for you and your bike.
For the walkie-talkie lovers, we will use frequency: 462.6125 or 462.6375 (Channel 3 and 4).
Please get your Hudson line train tickets ahead from Grand central station to Poughkeepsie station, NY and back.Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145
Our meetup group: https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d
Our WhatsApp group is: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GlgGMqvMRt7I6OP0lRp6im
TG: https://t.me/neverwinterfreePlease apply via:
Wechat: cozmo31
IG: coz_its_mo
LINE: cozmo31
www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=286948809Disclaimer of liability:
By participating in this activity you agree that organizers are not to be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur before, during or after the event.
