The New York-North Jersey Chapter is the 2nd largest chapter in the Appalachian Mountain Club. It hosts over 2000 outdoor recreation activities per year.
Brave the snow and ice on your next winter hike with this @AppMtnClub guide to when it's better to bring snowshoes or crampons.
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🌲❄️If your 2022 goals include spending more time outdoors with family and friends then start on January 1st with a #FirstDayHike! Choose from 75+ hikes happening across NY. 🥾#NewYearsDay https://t.co/Ivrlc5GEJA
Have you ever wondered where the nuthatch gets its name? They “hatch” nuts and seeds by jamming them into tree bark and giving them a crack with their sharp beaks until the seed is exposed!
Photo: Red-breasted nuthatch by Courtney Celley/USFWS.
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Renew and reuse your current Empire Pass for a single or multi-season pass and enjoy a discount. Don’t wait- this offer is ONLY available online, passes cannot be renewed at park facilities.
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Getting itchy to travel again? Check out @AppMtnClub's Adventure Travel program, which leads hiking, cycling, skiing, and paddling trips from the Alps of Switzerland to the prairies of outer Mongolia. https://t.co/qyp3Sc1Vtw
After 10 years as President & CEO of the AMC, John Judge is stepping down. We appreciate all the great work John has done for the organization & look forward to continuing to grow AMC’s prominence in regional outdoor recreation & conservation sectors.
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Looking forward to hiking this winter? Check out AMC's list of essential gear to stay warm, hydrated, and safe when the temperature goes south.
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Join the Chapter’s Young Members (20s and 30s) on Wed, Dec. 1, from 7-8 p.m. for their final open planning meeting of 2021. They'll be planning for their upcoming Winter Weekend trip in Killington, VT and other events during this virtual meeting.
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Pattie Gonia is out to save the environment—through the art of drag. Hear all about Wyn Wylie's story and advocacy during this week's episode of the Unlikely Stories Podcast.
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Looking for a hike close to home? Come up to Van Cortlandt Park on Saturday 10/30 to explore some of the beautiful trails. We'll explore parts of the Old Croton Aqueduct tail, and the Old Putnam trail. https://t.co/ke1mXmpcVC
AMC Young Members, join us for a hike in the Hudson Highlands next weekend 10/30. We'll hike the beautiful, popular, Bull Hill Loop trail where you'll experience fantastic views of the Hudson River, and vibrant fall foliage. https://t.co/gPoSPBxptq
Don't forget that AMC #FallFest starts tomorrow October 16 and goes through the 23rd! We are excited to get outdoors together this Fall and we hope you'll join us. Check out the FallFest activities here by searching keyword: “FallFest”. https://t.co/6CkCKI30VR
Are you looking for inspiration and a new adventure traveler to follow? Check out @mariorigby and learn about how he works to keep his travel eco friendly. https://t.co/4TrnyL0BPc
AMC Young Members: come out this weekend 10/17 for a hike to enjoy the beautiful fall foliage in Cold Spring and Beacon. After the hike we'll head to the Hudson Valley Brewery or the Beacon Creamery for some ice cream. https://t.co/es0rQHyt39
Are you ready for Columbus Day weekend? Join AMCNYNJ on a fall backpacking trip in the Catskills Oct 9-11. You'll hike the Pine Hill W. Branch Trail that offers some of the best views in the Catskills. Fall foliage will make this trip even more beautiful. https://t.co/riQi4kN6in
Join us 10/2 for a #fallfest hike! You'll get to hike a portion of the #appalachiantrail and attack some of the Cat Rocks scrambles. After the hike we'll head to Warwick Valley Winery and Distillery where apple picking and live music will be available. https://t.co/MGsBACn7za
AMC NYNJ Conservation Committee is partnering with Clean Ocean Action on Oct 23 for a beach cleanup along the NJ shoreline. By taking part in this cleanup you'll help teams collect data on items found and helping marine and coastal wildlife. Register here https://t.co/xvSsCCQepr
Trip Leaders that offer FallFest events will receive exclusive FallFest swag. This includes online offerings. Submit your event here so we can send swag your way. https://t.co/khCOO5xvTu
AMC NY-NJ is looking for a trail maintainer for the Suffern-Bear Mountain Trail from the 1777W to Cat's Elbow (Southern junction with the RD on the other side of West Mountain); the section is 2.8 miles long. If you're interested, contact Rene Ruel at [email protected]