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Bear Mountain!
Sat, Oct 24, 11:45 AMOn Saturday, October 24th, we’re going to hike Bear Mountain! See details on transportation, the full itinerary, details of the hikes we’ll do, and google maps links below! Can join us by bus or drive there! If by car: \- Meet us at Bear Mountain Inn by 10am \- Please note there’s a $10 parking fee If by bus: \- NYC to Bear Mountain: Meet at NYC’s Port Authority Bus Terminal Gate 405 by 7:45am \(because bus tickets are first come\, first served and not for a specific date\. See details below\) Bus departs PABT at 8:45am\. Bus arrives at Bear Mountain Inn at 10:15am \- Bear Mountain to NYC: Meet at Bear Mountain Inn at 4:55pm\. Bus leaves Bear Mountain Inn at 5:15pm\. Will arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal by 7pm \- No bus refunds \(unless roads closed\)\, but can use bus tickets over next 365 days \- Link to get bus tickets: [https://www.coachusa.com/travel-option/2597283/2577654/0118aed2?date=2026-10-24](https://www.coachusa.com/travel-option/2597283/2577654/0118aed2?date=2026-10-24) \- Bus is $18\.40 from NYC to Bear Mountain and it’s $18\.40 back \(there’s also a $2 surcharge each way so the total is of $40\.80\) \- And oddly enough the bus ticket just says valid from date of purchase and valid through one year after the date of purchase\. With that said\, please try your best to get to Port Authority Bus Terminal as soon as you can \(I’ll get there by 7:30am and recommend everyone gets there by 7:45am if possible\) to confirm your spot in line\. Please click the reverse sign to get the return ticket. The host bought round trip bus tickets. The full itinerary: 1\. After arriving at 10:15am\, some people may want to use the restroom at Bear Mountain Inn / Restaurant 1915\. And some people may want to make a beeline for Trailside Museum & Zoo by 10:30am to get free donuts and hot cocoa by 10:30am \(not sure how hard the time cut\-off is lol\)\. Trailside Museum & Zoo is a 20 minute walk from Bear Mountain Inn\. 2\. Our way to Trailside Museum & Zoo will be the first quarter of the Hessian Loop Trail \(linked below\)\. It’s 1\.5 mile and is relatively flat \(so it’s considered easy\)\. We’ll continue that trail after getting free donuts and hot cocoa\. 3\. After 30 minutes to an hour\, we’ll complete the Hessian Loop Trail\. 4\. Then we’ll head to do the Bear Mountain Loop Trail \(also linked below\)\. It’ll take 3\.5 to 4 hours\. We’ll be going up 1\,000 feet in about 2 miles so it’ll be moderate / hard difficulty but if you’re relatively fit it should be no problem\. If folks prefer\, they are more than welcome to hang out at Trailside Museum & Zoo \($1 suggested donation and is open from 10am to 4:30pm\) or the 1915 Restaurant in the meantime\. 5\. From 3 to 4:45pm\, a group of us will eat at 1915 Restaurant which is located at Bear Mountain Inn \(where the bus dropped us off\)\. It’ll be a separate Meetup event\. If interested in joining\, please RSVP here: https://www.meetup.com/borough-hoppers/events/316818677 6\. We’ll make our way to the bus pick\-up location by 4:55pm\. The bus will pick us up by 5:15pm and we’ll arrive back at Port Authority by 7pm Here are details of the two hikes we’ll do: \- Hessian Loop Trail \(1\.5 miles\, 30 minutes to 1 hour\, Easy\) * [https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/hessian-lake-loop](https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/hessian-lake-loop) \- Bear Mountain Loop Trail \(4 miles\, 3\.5 to 4 hours\, Moderate/Hard\) * [https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/bear-mountain-loop-trail](https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/bear-mountain-loop-trail) See photos album for screenshots of trails routes and incline Google maps links Port Authority: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/2BZJ4TGeeYd1onKu6](https://maps.app.goo.gl/2BZJ4TGeeYd1onKu6) Bear Mountain Inn: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/e7QiuJ73WUDEij488](https://maps.app.goo.gl/e7QiuJ73WUDEij488) Trailside Museums & Zoo [https://maps.app.goo.gl/atcGtH3Kixm4uBCv8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/atcGtH3Kixm4uBCv8) Of course, please reach out if you have any questions! The not so fun rule on RSVPs Please only RSVP if you think you can make it and adjust your RSVP asap if anything changes (as there are other people who would like your spot). Two no shows or cancellations within 6 hours results in a 4 month ban. I will send a reminder 24 hours in advance to the group Thanks and can't wait to see you!

Grand canyon, Death Valley, Sequoia trip (5d)
Wed, Nov 25, 12:00 PM\*\*\*PLEASE READ THE DESCRIPTION\*\*\* Dear North America mammals, we finally decided to make a trip that we planned for the last 10 years. At this time we will spend the Thanksgiving holidays in Copper, Silver and Golden states by visiting Grand canyon, Death Valley, Las Vegas, Sequoia park, Hollywood, and many other places. This is a **5-days, 5-nights trip, but you can join us at any time!** Start day: **November 25** Finish day: **November 29** **\*\*Preliminary plan\*\*** November 25 - (morning) Meeting by Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) November 25 - Hiking Grand Canyon November 26 - Shooting at range at Las Vegas November 26 - Walking through Las Vegas strip November 27 - Hiking Death Valley November 28 - Hiking Sequoia park November 29 - Half day in Hollywood November 29 - (evening) Returning back home **Full plan** will be distributed via our **WhatsApp group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/LIJMBwqDN2P509lyrCV8HS?s=cl&p=a&ilr=4](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LIJMBwqDN2P509lyrCV8HS?s=cl&p=a&ilr=4)** **\*\*\*\* TIPS \*\*\*\*** Please be ready to wake up at 6-7 AM and hike/walk 12-15 miles every day. 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. 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 beforehand). Organizers are not liable for any damages so please take this into account before you transfer money to someone. We might use local tour guides in some areas. For drivers: approx. map: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/2hwpoENKqYQyD3f86](https://maps.app.goo.gl/2hwpoENKqYQyD3f86) Our FB group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145](https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145) Our meetup group: [https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d](https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d) Telegram: [https://t.me/neverwinterfree](https://t.me/neverwinterfree) Please apply via: Wechat: cozmo31 IG: neverwinter_free_parties LINE: cozmo31 [www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=286948809](http://www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=286948809) 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. **Please note, that additional surcharge for National parks might be applied for Non-U.S. residents.**
Autumn At Greenbrook Sanctuary: Naturalist Tour and Scenic Palisades Hike
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Sloatsburg Hike to Harriman
Sat, Oct 24, 12:35 PMHarriman is a more wild state park, so the trails and trains will be less crowded than other hikes. Starting in Sloatsburg and hiking Harriman State Park. It will be approximately 9 miles over some hills and rocky outcrops. YOU NEED TO BE AEROBICALLY FIT for this hike, a hiker/walker or jogger. The trails in Harriman are rocky and steep and it's a long day of hiking If we travel at our usual pace we'll be back with plenty of time to catch the 4:25pm train (see return train times below). **GEAR:** Hiking boots or trail runners. Wear layers that you can add and remove as the weather changes. Bring a waterproof shell in case it rains. **NYC GUYS TAKING THE TRAIN:** Arrive at Penn Station around 8:35am. Meet inside near the NJTransit ticket booths, at the bottom of the escalators, at the 7th Ave and 32nd Street entrance to Penn Station. We're catching the 8:54am train #7229. There is a 9:11am #7829 to Secaucus that works too. **We're catching the earlier one to give us more time to transfer. Doesn't matter which time you book for your ticket.** Get out at SECAUCUS JUNCTION then transfer, on the lower level, to the 9:30 #0071 train toward Port Jervis. We'll get off in SLOATSBURG at 10:24am. Return train from Sloatsburg is 4:25pm. We want to catch this one because the next is 6:50pm. If these times don't work for you, you can try to get an Uber to nearby town of Suffern which has more frequent trains. **IF YOU LIVE IN HOBOKEN or JERSEY**: At Hoboken Train Station you can catch the 9:20am train #0071 toward PORT JERVIS get off in SLOATSBURG. Those of us coming from Penn Station will board this train in Secaucus. **DRIVERS:** This hike starts and ends in Sloatsburg. We'll meet you at train station at 10:24am. There's parking lot nearby at 32 Mill St, Sloatsburg, New York. Here's the Google pin for the lot [https://goo.gl/maps/ngHcRz5ezaZoQpRV8](https://goo.gl/maps/ngHcRz5ezaZoQpRV8) **FOOD:** Bring a packed lunch and plenty of water. I bring 2 liters of water. There's a few places in Sloatsburg if you want to eat after. **ALLTRAILS:** IMPORTANT Alltrails isn't 100% accurate in this area. I'll let you know the trail dots colors for navigation. I added the map to the photos section on Meetup. AllTrails is a very useful hiking app, I suggest you download it, it will be a big help if you ever get separated from the group. **OUR ROUTE:** Download this hike from AllTrails. [https://www.alltrails.com/explore/custom-routes/sloatsburg-to-ramapo-torne-d683225](https://www.alltrails.com/explore/custom-routes/sloatsburg-to-ramapo-torne-d683225) Here's my AllTrails profile. If we follow each other it's easier to share maps. [https://www.alltrails.com/members/william-wilson-16](https://www.alltrails.com/members/william-wilson-16) Can't wait to see you on the trails! Bill Wilson

You're Invited! AMC Open House - New Members Welcome!
Thu, Nov 5, 11:00 PM**[>> REGISTER HERE <<](https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX0000012vhZ2AQ/act00019525)** **Curious about AMC? Come on in!** Join us for a welcoming, community-centered Open House where you can learn more about the Appalachian Mountain Club and how we connect people to the outdoors. Whether you’re a lifelong hiker, a weekend wanderer, or just beginning your outdoor journey, there’s a place for you here. For 150 years, AMC has been fostering the protection, enjoyment, and understanding of the outdoors. At our Open House, you’ll discover how we bring that mission to life through recreation, conservation, education, and advocacy across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. **What to Expect** * Meet AMC staff, volunteers, and members * Learn about local trips, programs, and volunteer opportunities * Explore how our conservation work protects the landscapes we all love * Get the inside scoop on lodging, outdoor experiences, and ways to get involved * Ask questions and find your next adventure **Why Attend?** Because the outdoors is for all of us. And the more we come together, the more we can do to protect it. You don’t need experience. You don’t need gear. You just need the desire to step outside and connect. So bring a friend, your curiosity, and your love for the outdoors. Everyone is welcome to attend, whether you are new to the AMC, a long-time member, or just curious about us. We can’t wait to welcome you! **Where to Meet** We'll see you at our partner [Rivian](https://rivian.com/)'s showroom at 461 West 14th Street in Manhattan at 6:00 pm for refreshments, games, information, and more!
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