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]

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. ow.ly/Xact50GgCmm

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 ow.ly/3ema50GhdzD

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. ow.ly/pnDh50Gi4XP

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. ow.ly/sfKs50GjAZU

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. ow.ly/pPb550GpY1I

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. ow.ly/VvDm50GqKqK

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”. ow.ly/Zoas50GsdHx

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. ow.ly/x1Ch50GuZ9l

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. ow.ly/eZ9C50GyG1s

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. ow.ly/lP4750GBULG #AMCNYNJ #BeOutdoors

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. ow.ly/4tZa50GYe2w

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. ow.ly/Wj7R50H21EW Photo by Paula Champagne

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. ow.ly/IPsB50H4PAC

✅ Keep the card ⏰ Renew by Dec. 31 💰 Enjoy a $15 savings 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. ➡️ lnks.gd/2/bDpH25

Getting itchy to travel again? Check out Appalachian Mtn Club's Adventure Travel program, which leads hiking, cycling, skiing, and paddling trips from the Alps of Switzerland to the prairies of outer Mongolia. ow.ly/657450H8H4w

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.

🌲❄️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 nystateparks.blog/2021/12/14/wel…

Brave the snow and ice on your next winter hike with this Appalachian Mtn Club guide to when it's better to bring snowshoes or crampons. ow.ly/UF0e50HvtLr Photo: deimaginestudio/iStock

The Appalachian Mtn Club has just appointed a new President and CEO, who starts on January 1. Meet Nicole Zussman! ow.ly/tKEv50LRPaz