NY Outdoor Adventurers

Jun 28 Sun: Hike Elk Pen & Island Pond Mountain Loop w Transport $49

Sun, Jun 28 · 8:00 AM EDT

Elk Pen Parking Lot, Elk Pen, Arden, NY, US

ELK PEN & ISLAND POND MOUNTAIN LOOP
This is a great hike with variety of terrains and great views of the entire area. The hike starts out on the Appalachian Trail and climbs up to Island Pond. The trail winds through Lemon Squeezer (the other Squeezer) and then up to Island Pond Mountain. You may spot many animals such as lizards, snake, deer and frogs and find some edible blueberry shrubs on the top of the mountains. Downloading the offline map is recommended since there are so many intersecting trails to explores in this area.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/elk-pen-loop-trail

DEPARTURE/RETURN SCHEDULE
Depart Date: Shown above. Please arrive 15 minutes earlier. Van will depart sharply on time with or without you.
Depart 8:00 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 8:40 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 8:50 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 3:30 PM, and expect to arrive at NJ 4:40 PM, midtown NYC 5:00PM & Queens at 6:00 PM

TENTATIVE PLAN (Plan may vary depending on weather among other factors)
Expect to arrive around 10:15 AM at the trail head.
• Who Should Come: EXPERIENCED ONLY. This hike is rated HARD with 7.2 MILES and 1,505 FEET elevation gain.
• What To Wear/Bring: Hat, sunblock scream, hiking shoes or boots, clothes to change, water bottles & cash or credit card.
• What for Lunch: Please bring lunch/sandwich. We will have a lunch break at about half way.

COST
Early birds: $49 for first 7 spots or 14 days in advance whichever comes first. Regular: $59 afterward. $5 Tips to driver is required & will be collected on the returning trip.
Trip includes: Round trip transportation from NYC area, guided hiking, parking fee, & tolls.

BUY TICKET HERE
https://jun282026elkpenloop.eventbrite.com/ Your spot is not confirmed until your payment is received.

REFUND POLICY
* Full refund minus $15 processing fee if cancelled 13 days in advance * Afterward, no refund for cancellation or no show; however, you can transfer your spot to other with $15 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.

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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.

Jul 3-5 Finger Lakes Watkins Glen $329 (2 Nights +Transport) frm QNS NYC NJ

Fri, Jul 3 · 6:00 AM EDT

Watkins Glen State Park, 1009 N Franklin St, Watkins Glen, NY, US

FINGER LAKES
The Finger Lakes are a destination for all four seasons. Featuring 11 pristine lakes in the heart of upstate New York, the ideal vacation, weekend getaway, business trip, or overnight is never far away. The Finger Lakes are only a short drive from major population centers including New York City, Toronto, Boston, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington DC, Cleveland and more.
The Finger Lakes are known for producing excellent wine, particularly for world-renowned Rieslings. With dedicated wine trails on Canandaigua, Keuka, Seneca and Cayuga Lakes and many more off the beaten path, a taste of the best sparkling wine, Pinot Noir, Ice Wine, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, and other varieties are always within reach. Additionally, The region boasts a number of breweries, distilleries and hard-cider producers.
If you are looking to get outdoors, the Finger Lakes are a must-see destination. From hiking and biking, to boating and fishing or even, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
More on https://www.fingerlakes.org/

WATKINS GLEN STATE PARK
Watkins Glen State Park is the most famous of the Finger Lakes State Parks, with a reputation for leaving visitors spellbound. Within two miles, the glen's stream descends 400 feet past 200-foot cliffs, generating 19 waterfalls along its course. The gorge path winds over and under waterfalls and through the spray of Cavern Cascade. Rim trails overlook the gorge. Campers and day-visitors can enjoy the Olympic-size pool, scheduled summer tours through the gorge, tent and trailer campsites, picnic facilities and excellent fishing in nearby Seneca Lake or Catherine Creek, which is renowned for its annual spring run of rainbow trout.
In 2015, the park was chosen from more than 6,000 state parks across the nation as a nominee in the USA TODAY Readers' Choice Poll for Best State Park in the United States, and won third place!
More on https://parks.ny.gov/parks/watkinsglen/details.aspx

LODGING
We will be staying in a spacious house in Finger Lakes area, 7 bedrooms, 7 beds (3 king beds, 4 queen beds), 3 baths, 1 kitchen, 2 living rooms, & a dedicated workspace. We will max out at 14 people. The house is 30 minutes to Cascadilla Gorge Trail, and 45 minutes to Taughhannock Falls.
Features: TV, free WiFi, washer, dryer, microwave, coffee maker.
Essential Provided: Shampoo, conditions, 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 6:00 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 7:20 AM from NJ: (NJ Transit Ramsey Route 17) 1 Spring St, Ramsey, NJ 07446 (Map) $4 to $5 daily parking at the station's park lot. Meet at the big open space facing the garage entrance.
Return Date/Time: Depart from Finger Lakes on Sunday after lunch around 3:00 PM and expect to arrive at NJ at 7:00 PM, NYC at 8:00 PM & Queens at 9:00 PM

TENTATIVE PLAN (Plan may vary depending on weather among other factors)
7/3 Friday::
• 11:45 AM - Lunch at Watkins Glen. Jerlando's Ristorante or Nickel's Pit BBQ
• 12:45 - 3:15 PM - Experience the natural beauty of Watkins Glen State Park, where we can walk through a gorge with 19 waterfalls and over 800 stone steps. We will do this Gorge and Finger Lakes Trail (Moderate, 4.6 mi, 839 ft gain, 2.5-3 hr) (AllTrails Map)(Video)
• 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM - Finger Lakes has the perfect trail for wine lovers — a wine trail, that is! Make our way down the Seneca Lake Wine Trail to taste world-class, local wines (Video), and enjoy the sunset moments. Choose 1-2: Lakewook Vineywards &/or Castel Grisch Winery
• Arrive at the house, grocery shopping for breakfasts & drinks, & have dinner at a local restaurant or just order delivery.
7/4 Saturday:
• 7:30 AM - Head to Taughannock Falls State Park, where we can check out the OverLook & hike to the base of a 215-foot waterfall, the tallest single-drop waterfall east of the Rockies. We will hike Taughannock Falls via Gorge Trail (Easy, 1.8 mi, 213 ft gain, 1 hr) (AllTrails Map)(Video)
• 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM - The iconic Cornell Botanic Gardens Cascadilla Gorge Nature Area. It connects downtown Ithaca with the Cornell Campus among one of the most picturesque gorges in the Finger Lakes Region and was voted Ithaca's favorite gorge. We will hike Cascadilla Falls (9 Falls) (Moderate, 1.1 mi & 295 ft gain) (AllTrails Map)(Video)
• 12:15 PM - Lunch at Downtown Ithaca (Ithaca Ale House or Viva Taqueria)
• 1:45 - 4:45 PM - • Hiking in Robert Treman State Park with beautiful views & falls: We can hike either Rim Trail & Gorge Trail Loop (4.5 mi & 810 ft gain), or Red Pine & Gorge Trail Loop (1.4 miles & 288 feet elev gain) & optional more wine tasting depending on what everyone prefers.
• 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM - Optional (If we pick Red Pine & Gorge Trail Loop above): Finger Lakes has the perfect trail for wine lovers — a wine trail, that is! Make our way down the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail to taste world-class, local wines (Video), and enjoy the sunset moments.
• 5:15 PM - Head back to the house
• 7:00 PM -8:30 PM - Dine out near the house
• 8:40 PM - July 4th Fireworks 15 minutes from the house
7/5 Sunday:
• 8:30 AM - Drive to Skaneateles. Skaneateles is one of the most beautiful towns in the Finger Lakes — upscale, clean, and right on the water. (Video)
• 9:15–10:30 AM — Clift Park & Pier Walk. Start with the clearest water in the Finger Lakes. Walk the pier, gazebo, and shoreline. Village Stroll on Genesee Street. Coffee stop at Skaneateles Bakery. Browse boutiques and lakeside shops
• 10:30–11:10 AM — Thayer Park. Open lawns, benches, and perfect lake angles. Great spot to relax after the cruise. Easy walk along the shoreline
• 11:10–12:30 PM — (Optional) Guppy Falls Trail (10 min drive). Short, scenic waterfall walk (0.6–1.0 miles). Shaded, cool, and a nice contrast to the lake
• 12:30–2:00 PM — Return to Village + Mid‑Lakes Navigation Cruise. ($27 extra cost) 60–70 minute sightseeing cruise. Smoothest way to see the lake without rushing. Morning departures usually around 1:00 PM
• 2:00–3:00 PM — Lunch
1. The Sherwood Inn 2. Blue Water Grill 3. Rosalie’s Cucina (3 min drive).
• 3:00 PM - Depart for NYC. Arrive NYC 8:00 PM

COST (LODGING & TRANSPORTATION)
Early Birds: $329 per person for first 7 spots or 21 days in advance whichever comes first. Own bed upgrade is NOT available, but 1 own room spot for $499. Regular: $359 per person afterward. $10 tips for the van driver is required & will be collected on the returning trip.
Cost Included in the Trip: 2 nights shared accommodation (sharing a king/queen bed) at a spacious house in Finger Lakes region. Round trip transportation from NYC area & tolls, daily transportation between the house & Finger Lakes, & parking fee if any. All state parks admission fees included.
Cost Not Included in the Trip:
• Bike and/or SUP rental;
• Meals & drinks;

BUY TICKET HERE
https://jul032026fingerlakes.eventbrite.com/ Your spot is not confirmed until your payment is received.

REFUND POLICY
* Full refund minus $50 processing fee if cancelled 21 days in advance
* 50% refund if cancelled 10 days in advance
* No refund for cancellation or no show within 10 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: Exploring the Finger Lakes - Our top things to see
https://youtu.be/ZUZPrQdJhbo

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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.

Aug 7-9 Rapid IV Rafting Adv Park & Lake George $249 (2 Nights + Transport)

Fri, Aug 7 · 4:00 PM EDT

Whitewater Challengers at Hudson River, 4511 New York 28, Johnsburg, NY, US

IV RAPID WHITEWATER RAFTING @HUDSON RIVER GORGE
Whitewater Rafting on the Hudson River Gorge Adirondack Mountains, New York The right rafting trips ... at the right prices ...in the right locations! "White Water Rafting Dam Releases ...the most fun you'll have all year!"In June, we had Rapid III Whitewater Rafting @ Lehigh River. Many of you mentioned the water was too calm and were interested in Rapid IV Whitewater Rafting. So here you are, and we are going to Hudson River for Rapid IV WR.
A whitewater rafting trip through the Hudson River Gorge means western-style whitewater adventure right here in the central Adirondacks of New York! The Hudson River Gorge is rated one of the Top 10 whitewater rafting runs in America. And no wonder! This is the Hudson River as she was meant to be ... crystal clear, clean, alive and powerful, as her unbridled whitewater thunders alongside 500-foot granite cliffs, and through awesome rapids like Givneys' Rift, the Narrows, Little Nasty and Greyhound Bus Stopper. The Hudson River's whitewater is most powerful in the spring and fall; rafting is somewhat more moderate in mid-summer. Scheduled whitewater dam releases assure terrific rafting fun all season long. More Info on https://whitewaterchallengers.com/locations/hudson-river-adirondacks-ny/

ADIRONDACK EXTREME ADVENTURE COURSE
Other parks have tried to imitate but can’t duplicate the HEART PUMPING,ADRENALINE RUSH of Adirondack Extreme Adventure Course, the United States’ largest AERIAL tree top adventure park.Open April through November and located in beautiful Bolton Landing, NY just north of Lake George and Diamond Point, Adirondack Extreme boasts over 1.5 miles of thrilling aerial adventures including wobbly bridges, climbing walls, zip lines and swinging surprises at varying levels of height and difficulty. Not your average ropes course, we are the countries #1 rated Aerial adventure park!! Starting Saturday April 5, 2014, the park will be open every Saturday and Sunday to ALL group sizes and operates RAIN or SHINE. Reservations strongly advised (park does sell out). More Info on http://www.adirondackextreme.com/

LODGING
We will be staying in a house near whitewater rafting, 5 bedrooms, 10 beds (2 king beds, 4 queen/double beds, 4 twin beds), 2.5 baths, a dedicated workspace, a fully stocked kitchen, & a living room. We will max out at 14 people. The house is 9 minutes drive to Whitewater Challengers/ARO (North River), and 24 mins to Adirondack Extreme Adventure Course.
Features: Private patio, indoor fireplace, free WiFi, board game, washer, dryer, microwave, coffee maker, hair dryer
Essential Provided: Towels, bed sheets, shampoo, 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 4:00 PM 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 5:00 PM 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 6:00 PM from NJ: (NJ Transit Ramsey Route 17) 1 Spring St, Ramsey, NJ 07446 (Map) $4 to $5 daily parking at the station's park lot. Meet at the big open space facing the garage entrance.
Return Date/Time: Depart on Sunday from Lake George around 5:30 PM and expect to arrive at NJ at 8:15 PM, NYC at 9:00 PM & Queens at 9:45 PM

TENTATIVE PLAN (Plan may vary depending on weather among other factors)
8/7 Friday:
• Depart 5:00 PM from NYC and arrive at the house around 9:45 PM (Estimate). We will have fast food dinner on the way up. Before arriving at the house, We will do grocery shopping for breakfasts & drinks.
8/8 Saturday:
• Depart at 8:10 AM for IV rapiding whitewater rafting at Whitewater Challengers Hudson River (Whitewater rafting starts 9 AM & we want to arrive a bit earlier to get ready)
• Who Should Come: Prior experience on III rapid recommended; not required.
• What To Bring: Water bottle, hat, towel, sunblock scream and clothes to change.
• After rafting, we will head back to the house & take showers, and will head out for dinner near the house or Lake George.
6/7 Sunday:
• Depart 8:30 AM for Adirondack extreme Adventure Course, and expect to arrive at 9:00 AM;
• Afterward, lunch at Lake George and hang out at Lake George for 2.5 hours. Depart from Lake George at 5:00 PM & head back at NYC

COST (LODGING & TRANSPORTATION)
Early Birds: $249 per person for first 7 spots or 21 days in advance whichever comes first. Regular: $279 per person afterward. $30 additional for upgrading from a shared Queen/double bed to own twin bed. $10 Tips to driver is required & will be collected before departing from mountain. Bring the balance $176.90 ($58.30 + $118.60) for adventure course & whitewater rafting.
Cost Included in the Trip:
• 2 nights stay at a vacation house; everyone will either share a queen bed or take a twin bed with $30 upgrade.
• Round trip transportation & daily transport between the house & event locations. $10 tips for the van driver is required & will be collected on the returning trip.
Cost Not Included in the Trip:
• Saturday Rapid IV Whitewater rafting; All rafting equipments included. ($118.60 extra)
• Sunday admission ticket to 3.5 hours Adult Course at Adirondack extreme Adventure Course ($58.30 extra); optionally add $5 to upgrade to Adult Extreme Course.
• Meals outside of rafting trip, snacks & drinks

BUY TICKET HERE
https://aug072026whitewaterrafting.eventbrite.com/ Your spot is not confirmed until your payment is received.

REFUND POLICY
* Full refund minus $50 processing fee if cancelled 21 days in advance
* 50% refund if cancelled 10 days in advance
* No refund for cancellation or no show within 10 days; however, spots can be transferred to your friends with $30 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/

VIDEOS FROM PREVIOUS TRIPS:
Fight the Rapid: http://youtu.be/pM5_M95ou5I
Jump the Rock: http://youtu.be/HyZhp3kvs54
Official Adventure Course Video: https://youtu.be/vegVUlqkpb8
Adventure Course - Black Course: http://youtu.be/bOYvIvMzlE4

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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.