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- Fri 5/2 Elk Pen Parking @ 9:00 AM (Vigorous)Elk Pen and Arden Valley Road Parking Area , Southfields, NY
Please use this link to register: and for more info
Elk Pen Parking @ 9:00 AM (Vigorous) | AMC
Dog friendly, we'll hike around Island Pond, lunch around 12:00 noon. 8.5 miles, 1700 ft elevation. Speedy hike with few stops, however, we will enjoy the views and have Panda drink and cool down as needed. No easy early out since the lake is in the way.
For those whom I promised Ward Pound Ridge, it has to be moved to 5/9/25. - Wilderness First Aid Instruction at the New Weis Center in Ringwood NJ.The New Weis Center for Education, Arts & Recreation, Ringwood, NJ
Learn how to manage accident scenarios and provide first aid when you are in the backcountry and emergency services are not close by.
This event requires registration at the following link: WFA on May 3-4 2025 - Click the register button to sign up There is a fee of $90.00 for members and $180.00 for non-members. This is for instruction only. Lodging is extra and described below. Everyone will be waitlisted on Meetup until the AMC side is confirmed.
The Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course covers: - What is backcountry first aid - What is the golden 24 hours - Splinting and bandaging - Prioritizing needs - Patient assessment - Patient care - How to improvise, modify, and adapt.
The class is 16 hours in length and one must attend all 16 hours to be trained and certified in WFA. The class is fast paced in order to cover all the material and to get hands on practice through various scenarios. Previous first aid training is not necessary.
Students are told to bring their full day packs and to learn how to use what they carry to deal with back country medical injuries/situations. Wear clothes you don't care if they get stained, wet, torn. All students will be "patient" at some time during the practice sessions. You will learn how to improvise WFA tools and materials with what you carry in your packs.
Class will be held in all weather. Come dressed for the weather. Bring extra clothes to change into after scenarios.
Please bring a bag lunch for each day. Lunch will be held in the classroom with a Q&A session.
The class will be held at the New Weis Center, 150 Snake Den Road, Ringwood, NJ 07456. For more information about the Weis Center or to reserve a tent site/heated cabin for overnight lodging, please contact Anne Siebecker at 973-835-2160. http://www.highlandsnaturefriends.org/
All registrants are required to have the following: - Masks or appropriate face coverings - All students must have their own hand cleaner or sanitizer - Students should bring latex gloves.
Registration: Advance registration is mandatory. Space is limited to provide individual attention and usually sells out. Your registration is not complete until payment. Cost: $90 AMC Members / $180 Non-members
Rate includes 16 hours of instruction, course materials, certification test, certification (if test is passed), and volunteer leadership. Meals and lodging are not included.
Once a student registers they will be sent materials to read ahead in order to prepare for the class. Please disclose in the registration question field or when you are contacted by the leader whether you have taken a WFA class before.
The WFA class is sponsored by the Emergency Care and Safety Institute (ECSI). You get your WFA card from them.
Cancellation Policy: Reservations cancelled more than 14 days in advance receive a full refund minus a $25 processing fee. Reservations cancelled 14 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 Taurus (Vigorous)1 Depot Square, Cold Spring, NY
Let's have some fun this Saturday by doing a Taurus hike. The hike will be about 8-10 miles depending on the weather. The hike is rated Vigorous on the new AMC rating scale and 3D8-10 under previous codes. Not suitable for beginners, slow hikers, or runners. We will start the hike by taking a car shuttle from the Cold Spring Metro-North commuter rail stop to the trailhead. The hike will be a hilly, demanding hike with a reasonable number of stops. If you are looking for a slow stroll or a high intensity workout, this is the wrong hike for you. Leader determines the pace, distance, and mileage. If you like to run, don't come. Hiking boots and backpack are required. Also bring at least 2 liters of water and your lunch. This is an all-day hike that will start at 9:15 AM and end 5-6 hours later. Rain cancels. Smoking is not allowed on this hike. Drones and dogs are also not allowed on this hike.
Those using public transportation take the 7:55 AM Metro-North Hudson line to Cold Spring. (Check the Metro-North schedule for any changes.) I will be in the first train car opened for passengers at Grand Central. I will be wearing a red AMC leaders' shirt, tan wide-brimmed hat, and have 2 blue water bottles on my hips. If you are unsure where to go once you get off the train, ride the train in the same car as me. Feel free to say hello. For those using other modes of transportation, be on time and look for other AMC hikers in my group outside the Cold Spring Metro-North rail stop at the foot of Main Street near Depot Restaurant. If you get lost at the train station or are late, we will not wait. If you have any questions, feel free to call me between 7:30 PM and 9:30 PM (718) 331-6148 or email me at joeni1@msn.com. See you Saturday. Joe.
Covid-19 maintains its presence in our region. So 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. https://www.outdoors.org/policies-covid/ See AMC Trip Policy below.
AMC website listing:
https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UUN0000014T4T2AU/act00013168## Cost
Free
- Teatown Lake (Easy Beginner Hike)Teatown Lake Reservation, Ossining, NY
Hiking on May 4 2025, in Ossining, NY
Registration required: REGISTER HERE***
Location:
1600 Spring Valley R, Ossining, NY, 10562, US (41.211343, -73.826848)This hike is great for people new to hiking, or those would consider themselves beginners. The hike is mostly flat and will follow the shores of the Teatown Lake. We will loop around the lake twice. The first loop in one direction and the second loop in the opposite direction using some of parallel trails to the original route for variation. The second loop will have some slightly steeper sections but could still be considered easy.
The total distance will be approximately 4 miles at a moderate pace (2mph). The highlights include beautiful views, and well-maintained trails. Challenges are the muddy sections and can be buggy. Please wear suitable footwear.Recommend bring water, and insect repellant. Join me and meet other new hikers.
There is a parking fee ($7).
Open in Google MapsDifficulty Rating 3 - Easy
Difficulty Rating Definition
Reasonable fitness for the expected activity is needed, but the trip is designed for those new to the activity. Expect to be active up to 4 hours/day. A bit more active time than the relaxed rating, but with generous breaks.
