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Avalanche Pass
North Woods Chapter
Hosted By: North Woods Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - High Peaks Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Kari Sharry. Leader Email: karisharry@aol.com. Mileage: 11.2 miles. Elevation Gain: 900. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Adirondack Medical Center. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 911 833-697-7264.
Monday, November 2, 2026.
Hike to Avalanche Pass from South Meadow.
Paddle -canadice Lake
Genesee Valley Chapter
We'll meet at the north end of Canadice Lake boat launch for a 10:00 paddle. We'll plan to paddle along the shore line for an hour then raft up for a drink and snack before returning to our put in. This is a beautiful little lake - it reminds us of being in the ADK's!!! Be sure to dress for the weather, bring extra clothing for "just in case" hydration and all your boating supplies. As always, we'll keep an eye on the weather - this is November!!! But the long range forecast looks good!! It'd be nice to sneak one more paddle in for this season!!!
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C. Leader: Peg Jacobs jim culverDeb Jahn. Leader Email: canoelite@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-730-9945. Mileage: 4-5 miles rt. Elevation Gain: 0. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Noyes Hospital
Dansville, NY
585-335-6001. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 585-226-2466 DEC Avon.
Monday, November 2, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Canadice Lake - North End.
Seven Hills Loop
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
Meet at 8:45 AM for a 9:00 AM start from the Reeves Meadow Visitor Center on Seven Lakes Dr. in Harriman. We will hike the Pine Meadow, Seven Hills, and H-T-S Trails to the Ramapo Torne, Torne View, Chipmunk, and Diamond Mountains, returning via the Seven Hills, H-T-S, and Pine Meadow Trails. This hike is rated strenuous with several rock scrambles. Panoramic vista views of southern Harriman Park from the summits of Ramapo Torne, Chipmunk, and Diamond Mountains. Be prepared for your hike by bringing a personal first-aid kit, enough water, and food/snacks. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes. Hiking poles are highly recommended. Rain cancels. TC Southern Harriman-Bear Mountain Trails Map 118.
Advance registration required. Please register using the Link below.
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Geoff Fonseca. Leader Email: geofffonseca@yahoo.com. Leader Phone #: 845-357-9366. Mileage: 7. Elevation Gain: 1800. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Good Samaritan Hospital
255 Lafayette Ave, Suffern
+1 845-368-5029.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM.
Reeves Meadow Visitors Center 100 Seven Lakes Dr, Sloatsburg, NY 10974.
For more info visit adknjr.ivolunteer.com.
Lower Riddell State Park
Susquehanna Chapter
Large landscape of forests and the Susquehanna river runs thru it. Fairly gentle level walking with some uphill. Clearly marked trails. Easy walking. Some muddy areas at times.
Hosted By: Susquehanna Chapter. Region: Central New York. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Linda Pearce. Leader Email: adksusq@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 607-431-8010. Mileage: <8. Elevation Gain: <1000 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Fox Memorial Hospital. 1 Norton Avenue. Oneonta, N.Y 13820. 607-432-2000. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 1-833-697-7264. !-833-NYS-RANGERS.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:15 PM.
Riddell State Park NY 28, north of I-88 from Riddell Road Davenport, NY 13750.
Hybrid - Ellison Park Hike
Genesee Valley Chapter
Two-hour hybrid hike at Ellison Park split between a flat ~1.1-mile loop on the south side of Blossom Rd, followed by a 3-mile second hike at a faster pace, mainly following the Coyote Trail. Meet at 9:45 am in the South Lodge parking lot on the south side of Blossom Rd, for a 10:00 am hike start. Please dress for the weather, bring some water to drink, and wear boots or trail shoes with good traction. Hiking poles may be helpful. ContactRich Sensenbach at adk.gvc.trpldr@gmail.com (richsensenbach@gmail.com; 58541412725) with any questions. Dogs are not allowed on this hike.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Western New York. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Rich Sensenbach. Leader Email: richsensenbach@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5854141725. Mileage: ~4. Elevation Gain: 200'. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: There is an Urgent Care facility just north of the intersection of Blossom Rd and N. Winton Rd. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 911.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
South Lodge parking lot on the south side of Blossom Rd.
For more info visit adk-gvc.org.
Walking Wednesday
Onondaga Chapter
Every Wednesday some of our members take a hike on one of the many trails in CNY. The Wednesday hikes welcome new participants. The participants decide where to go, based on weather and individual schedules. The first Wednesday of each month during spring, summer and fall is usually devoted to trail maintenance. The trails are south of Syracuse, below Rt 80 in general, the Onondaga trail, FLT, and NCT trails give us a variety to choose from. Dress for the weather (in layers). Water and food (light lunch/snack), and any necessities such as raingear are best carried in a small daypack. Walking/hiking poles might be good for balance on rocks and tree roots we encounter, traction spikes and/or snowshoes taken as needed seasonally. Our group is very flexible and we love to be out in the woods for a nice social hike. Contact the leader if weather is questionable or any other questions arise. Hope to see you on a Wednesday hike. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Central New York. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Dick Frio. Leader Email: richardfriood@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-679-0622. Mileage: 5-8 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 1000 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center, 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
DeWitt Wegmans Park & Ride, 6789 E. Genesee St, DeWitt, NY, 13066 (in front of Hobby Lobby), 43.03213,-76.05057.
GVC Executive Committee Meeting
Genesee Valley Chapter
The Executive Committee of the Genesee Valley Chapter of ADK meets virtually via Zoom. All members of ADK are welcome. Contact Sarah Mastro for the login credentials: expochair@adk-gvc.org.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Event Type: Meetings.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
Mid-Hudson Chapter
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
MID-WEEK HIKES - Leaders: Ginny Fauci, 845-399-2170 (text only) and/or Lalita Malik, (845) 724-5786 (text only) offer moderately paced hikes of varying difficulty (B or C) to different areas of the Mid-Hudson Valley. The hikes are held every Thursday, weather permitting.
New visitors wanting to get on the list need to send an email here to be added: midhudsonadk@gmail.com Hikes are limited to members. If a member of another chapter, please provide your membership number and expiration date. If you are already a member of our chapter, see the information below:
To add your name to the Mid-Week hike list, go to the bottom of the weekly e-mail and update your subscription. An email will be sent out Monday or Tuesday with the MWH hike for the week. Confirmed participants will receive an email Wednesday evening with meeting time and place. Limit 12.
Hosted By: Mid-Hudson Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Snowshoeing. Trip rating: B+. B. C+. C. Leader: Ginny Fauci & Lalita Malik. Leader Email: midhudsonadk@gmail.com. Mileage: No greater than 8 round trip. Elevation Gain: No greater than 1,800. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: To be determined when the hike is posted.
Thursday, November 5, 2026.
Will be announced every Monday for that Thursday's hike to those who have signed up.
For more info visit midhudsonadk.org.
Animal Chute / Warthog Trail
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
Start 9:30 AM at Trailhead Parking, 109 Airport Rd, West Milford, NJ 07480. Walk through the abandoned and nature reclaimed ruins of the old Warner Brothers Jungle Habitat. Only open from 1972 - 1976 there are still fences and old animal enclosures visible as we traverse this little traveled section of Long Pond Ironworks state park. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-jersey/animal-shute-trail
Advance registration required. Please register using the Link below.
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Matthew Blevins. Leader Email: froggom@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 551-206-3022. Mileage: 6. Elevation Gain: 500. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: St. Anthony Community Hospital
15 Maple Ave, Warwick
+1 845-986-2276.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
109 Airport Rd, West Milford, NJ.
For more info visit adknjr.ivolunteer.com.
Women's Hike Mendon Ponds, Northern Meadow
Genesee Valley Chapter
We will hike the Northern Meadow and the Quarry trails in the north part of Mendon Ponds park for a 2 hour, approx 4 mile hike. There will be some hills so hiking poles and boots may be helpful. Dress for the weather and bring water. please park on Canfield Road between Mendon Center Road and Douglas Rd. This is a meet up destination on google maps. 43.03448715560124, -77.55004873061131, Plan to sign the liability waiver in the parking lot. If you are not an ADK member, you are welcome to join us. If you enjoy the day, or after 2 hikes, please consider joining our organization (adk-gvc.org). Joining meet-up is not the same as membership in ADK.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Laurel Newman. Leader Email: laannew58@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-405-4575. Mileage: 4 miles. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Strong Memorial Hospital, 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Please park along Canfield Road at the head of the Northern Meadow ski meet up destination
43.03448715560124, -77.55004873061131.
Hike Watch Hill Trail, Indian Lake
Cold River Chapter
This is an out and back 3.7-mile hike with 872 feet of elevation gain located in the Jessup River Wild Forest. This trail has two locations near the top of the descent to the shore that provide scenic views of the lake and surrounding mountains. There is a sandy beach on the shore of Indian Lake where we can have a snack/lunch. .
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Central Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Shannon Andersen. Leader Email: theandersenson3385@yahoo.com. Leader Phone #: 914-490-9534. Mileage: 3.78. Elevation Gain: 872 ft. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Indian Lake Health Center, 6356 State Rt 30, Indian Lake, 518-648-5707.
. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-408-5850.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
We will meet at 10 AM at the pull off located in the east side of Route 30, about 1 mile south of the Snowy Mountain trailhead between Indian Lake and Speculator.
Fishing Outing on Lake Colby
Cold River Chapter
Lake Colby is just north of the town of Saranac Lake. Lake Colby has rainbow and brown trout as well as salmon, which can be taken from the lake year round. No special restrictions as to size or bait. We will be on the water for at least three hours. Bring a snack and fluids, as well as the required PFD and whistle.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Northern Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C. Leader: Jeffrey Schanzer. Leader Email: JeffSchan@aol.com. Mileage: 3 hrs. Elevation Gain: NA. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Adirondack Medical Center; 2233 State Route 86, Saranac Lake, NY 12983 518-897-2557. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-408-5850.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Meet at noon at the Lake Colby boat launch. It is on Route 86, north of the town. Coming from the south, you will first see a public area on the left. Continue a little farther and take a left at the boat launch.
Hike Stone Valley Trail Loop
Laurentian Chapter
Saturday November 7th. Hike Stone Vally Trail Loop. For most this is a very well-known hike. We will be doing the full loop, down the west side of river and up the east from Colton. This hike will be a total of about 7 miles. We will determine what time to meet as hike gets closer. Level B hike. Contact Dana Chudzinski at Chudski63@yahoo.com or 315-244-5315.
Hosted By: Laurentian Chapter. Region: Other. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Dana Chudzinski. Leader Email: chudski63@yahoo.com. Leader Phone #: 3152445315. Mileage: 7 miles round trip. Elevation Gain: NA. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Canton Potsdam Hospital. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 833-697-2643.
Saturday, November 7, 2026.
Colton NY.
Mt. Van Hoevenberg Hike
Black River Chapter
Join us for a rewarding fall hike up Mt. Van Hoevenberg, one of the newest sustainably designed trails in the Adirondacks. Opened in October 2018, this route offers a thoughtful, durable trail layout and leads to one of the finest panoramic views of the High Peaks. The hike is 3.6 miles round-trip with an elevation of 2,860 feet. While not a race, the trail does include stair sections, and we will pace ourselves comfortably. Expect the outing to take 4+ hours, including a well-earned break at the summit. We will meet at the trail head register at 9:45 AM, ready to begin hiking at 10:00 AM. Trailhead directions: Finding the start can be a bit tricky at the new Olympic and hiking center. From the parking lot, go through the gate and look left for a blue ORDA sign (not the traditional brown and yellow DEC sign). Walk toward the old bobsled run — from there you’ll see the trailhead and register. After signing in, hikers begin a gentle climb that gradually opens to spectacular High Peaks views. RSVP REQUIRED.
Hosted By: Black River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks. Activity Category: Backpacking. Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Linda Burns. Leader Email: lindaburns1008@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 516-662-5020. Mileage: 3.6 miles round trip. Elevation Gain: 2,860 ft. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Adirondack Medical Center, 2233 State Route 86, Saranac Lake, NY, (518) 891-4141. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 1-833-NYS-RANGERS (1-833-697-7264).
Saturday, November 7, 2026, 9:45 AM – 1:45 PM.
Finding the start can be a bit tricky at the new Olympic and hiking center. From the parking lot, go through the gate and look left for a blue ORDA sign (not the traditional brown and yellow DEC sign). Walk toward the old bobsled run.
Locust Grove Estate Hike
Mid-Hudson Chapter
Join the monthly hikers at Locust Grove for a guided 3 mile hike along the beautiful trails at this historic site. Meet at 10:30 in front of the gift shop. Bring water, snacks, hiking boots and poles are recommended, and dress for the weather. We’ll go slow to moderate pace, based on the group. Rain cancels. These hikes are in partnership with Locust Grove Estate. For questions or to sign-up in advance email: midhudsonadk@gmail.com. and cc: info@lgny.org.
Hosted By: Mid-Hudson Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Dea Key. Leader Email: midhudsonadk@gmail.com. Mileage: 3. Elevation Gain: 300. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Vassar Brothers Medical Center
45 Reade Place
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
845-377-4651. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: Call 911.
Saturday, November 7, 2026, 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
Locust Grove Estate
2683 South Road
Poughkeepsie NY 12601.
For more info visit www.lgny.org.
Hike Mount Inez
Algonquin Chapter
Hike Mount Inez in Lewis, formerly named Mount Discovery. The mountain was renamed in 1916 by the town of Lewis to honor Inez Milholland, who was a well-known suffragist known for her voting rights acitivism. Height: 1556, 3.2 miles (1-2 hours) round trip, Elevation Gain: 900, Moderate. Bring lunch/snacks. Leader: Kimberly Smith, 518-645-0447. Call by 11/6.
Hosted By: Algonquin Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - High Peaks Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Kimberly Smith. Leader Email: adk46er12087@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5186450447. Mileage: 3.2. Elevation Gain: 900 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Elizabethtown Community Hospital
75 Park St, Elizabethtown, NY 12932. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: DEC Region 5, 518-897-1200.
Sunday, November 8, 2026, 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Lewis, NY.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.
AT NJ #2 Mohican Outdoor Center
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
The 2nd of a 9-part series of shuttle hikes covering the entire Appalachian Trail in NJ - join us for one, some, or all! Arrive by 8:45 AM for a prompt 9:00 AM start at Fiddler's Elbow Trailhead Parking (GPS 41.08977, -74.91133). We'll shuttle to the AMC Mohican Outdoor Center, where we'll hike north through the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, past the Catfish Fire Tower and Long Pine Pond, finishing near Blue Mountain Lakes Rd. Be prepared for your hike by bringing a personal first aid kit, enough water, and food/snacks. Please wear hiking shoes. Hiking poles are highly recommended. Severe inclement weather cancels. ATC Appalachian Trail Guide NY/NJ or TC Delaware Water Gap & Kittatinny Trails Map. Interested in becoming an ADK leader? Connect with any of our current leaders-we're here to support and guide you every step of the way. https://www.youtube.com/@adknynjramapo Nearest medical facility: Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ 973-383-2121 Please review the ten essentials of hiking: https://a…
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Nikki Nasr. Leader Email: nikkinasr@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 201-694-0726. Mileage: 7.4. Elevation Gain: 1000. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center
175 High St, Newton
+1 973-383-2121.
Sunday, November 8, 2026, 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM.
41.08977,-74.91133.
For more info visit adknjr.ivolunteer.com.
CANCELLED - Hike McKenzie Mountain
Black River Chapter
(Rain date: November 12th) – Tackle the longest of the Saranac Lake 6! McKenzie Mountain is a full- day adventure, covering 10 miles round-trip from the Lake Placid side. This route offers a gradual start along a ski trail before transitioning to a red- marked path that climbs steadily toward the summit. Expect a challenging but rewarding outing with excellent views and classic Adirondack terrain. We will meet at 9:45 AM at the Lake Placid / Whiteface Inn Lane Trailhead, ready to begin hiking at 10:00 AM. Trailhead location: Whiteface Inn Lane (County Route 31), off State Route 86, just west of Lake Placid. Parking is roadside — please be careful not to block the road. This approach is the more direct route from Lake Placid. Plan for up to 5 hours to reach the peak and about 4 hours for the return. This is a full-day hike, so be sure to bring lunch, water, snacks, poles, and layered clothing.
RSVP REQUIRED.
Hosted By: Black River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks. Activity Category: Backpacking. Hiking. Trip rating: B+. Leader: Linda Burns. Leader Email: lindaburns1008@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 516-662-5020. Mileage: 10 miles round trip. Elevation Gain: 2.340 ft. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Adirondack Medical Center, 2233 State Route 86, Saranac Lake, NY, (518) 891-4141. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 1-833-NYS-RANGERS (1-833-697-7264).
Tuesday, November 10, 2026.
Hike to Moose Pond
North Woods Chapter
This trip starts at Rt. 3, north of Saranac Lake, crosses a footbridge across the Saranac River, and follows an old woods road at an easy grade that never exceeds 50 ft. in elevation change, to the SW corner of this attractive pond.
Hosted By: North Woods Chapter. Region: Adirondacks. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Carol Edmonds. Leader Email: adknwoutings@gmail.com. Mileage: 3-5 round trip. Elevation Gain: 50 ft. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Adirondack Medical Center, Saranac Lake, NY.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026.
Moose Pond -This trip starts at Rt. 3, north of Saranac Lake, crosses a footbridge across the Saranac River, and follows an old woods road at an easy grade that never exceeds 50 ft. in elevation change, to the SW corner of this attractive pond.
Bear to West Mountain Hike
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
We will start at 8:45 AM at the north parking lot of the Anthony Wayne Recreation Area (trailhead coordinates 41.29768, -74.02693) for a prompt beginning. Our route will follow the Appalachian Trail (AT), Fawn Trail, AT, Timp-Torne Trail, Orange Trail, and Ramapo-Dunderberg Trail, offering expansive panoramic views along the way. This is a moderate hike. Map: New York-New Jersey Trail Conference, Northern Harriman-Bear Mountain Trails Map 119. Please bring lunch and water. Hiking boots are required, and trekking poles are highly recommended. Interested in becoming an ADK leader? Connect with any of our current leaders-we're here to support and guide you every step of the way. https://www.youtube.com/@adknynjramapo
Advance registration required. Please register using the Link below.
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Anastasia Tavarez. Leader Email: atavare@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 646-207-4136. Mileage: 9. Elevation Gain: 1760. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital
1980 Crompond Rd, Cortlandt Manor
+1 914-737-9000.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM.
41.29768,-74.02693.
For more info visit adknjr.ivolunteer.com.
Kelly Hollow Trail
Susquehanna Chapter
Hilly woodland trail.
Hosted By: Susquehanna Chapter. Region: Central New York. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Bob B. Leader Email: adksusq@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 607-431-8010. Mileage: < 8 miles. Elevation Gain: < 1,000 ft. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Margaretville Hospital Emergency Department
42084 NY-28
Margaretville, NY 12455
(845) 586-2631. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 1-833-NYS-RANGERS(1-833-697-7264.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:15 PM.
Kelly Hollow, Millbrook Road, Margaretville.
Presentation: Impacts of Climate Change
Albany Chapter
Climate Change - Impacts, Challenges and Solutions for our Planet
Climate change is increasingly affecting our planet and its inhabitants. Despite a strong consensus within the scientific community about humanity’s role in climate change, the implementation of adaption and mitigation measures to curb greenhouse gas emissions has proven very difficult. In this presentation, we will take a closer look at the main impacts of climate change, both locally and globally. A main point of discussion will focus on how we might be able to reduce our vulnerability by transforming our infrastructure and energy production, despite the existing technological, socioeconomic, and political challenges.
Hosted By: Albany - Schenectady Chapter. Event Type: Presentation. Social. Leader Phone #: 5183122199. Leader Email: rzantshep@gmail.com.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
113 Sand Creek Road
Albany, NY.
ADK General Membership Meeting
Niagara Frontier Chapter
No General membership meeting during June, July and August. See website for program and education topic.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter. Event Type: Meetings. Leader Email: edendds@gmail.com.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Hwy, Buffalo, NY 14226, USA.
Walking Wednesday
Onondaga Chapter
Every Wednesday some of our members take a hike on one of the many trails in CNY. The Wednesday hikes welcome new participants. The participants decide where to go, based on weather and individual schedules. The first Wednesday of each month during spring, summer and fall is usually devoted to trail maintenance. The trails are south of Syracuse, below Rt 80 in general, the Onondaga trail, FLT, and NCT trails give us a variety to choose from. Dress for the weather (in layers). Water and food (light lunch/snack), and any necessities such as raingear are best carried in a small daypack. Walking/hiking poles might be good for balance on rocks and tree roots we encounter, traction spikes and/or snowshoes taken as needed seasonally. Our group is very flexible and we love to be out in the woods for a nice social hike. Contact the leader if weather is questionable or any other questions arise. Hope to see you on a Wednesday hike. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Central New York. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Dick Frio. Leader Email: richardfriood@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-679-0622. Mileage: 5-8 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 1000 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center, 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
DeWitt Wegmans Park & Ride, 6789 E. Genesee St, DeWitt, NY, 13066 (in front of Hobby Lobby), 43.03213,-76.05057.
Meeting- ADK-GVC Chapter
Genesee Valley Chapter
Join Us at our Chapter Meetings!
The public is welcome.
For more information on the specific meeting topic, please go to the following link:
https://adk-gvc.org/our-chapter/monthly-program2-2/
Second Wednesday of the Month
September – June
6:30 social. Join us!
7:30 pm GVC Chapter business
7:35 pm Presentation
Free and Open to the Public.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Event Type: Meetings. Leader Email: chair@adk-gvc.org.
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Genesee Valley Region.
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
Mid-Hudson Chapter
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
MID-WEEK HIKES - Leaders: Ginny Fauci, 845-399-2170 (text only) and/or Lalita Malik, (845) 724-5786 (text only) offer moderately paced hikes of varying difficulty (B or C) to different areas of the Mid-Hudson Valley. The hikes are held every Thursday, weather permitting.
New visitors wanting to get on the list need to send an email here to be added: midhudsonadk@gmail.com Hikes are limited to members. If a member of another chapter, please provide your membership number and expiration date. If you are already a member of our chapter, see the information below:
To add your name to the Mid-Week hike list, go to the bottom of the weekly e-mail and update your subscription. An email will be sent out Monday or Tuesday with the MWH hike for the week. Confirmed participants will receive an email Wednesday evening with meeting time and place. Limit 12.
Hosted By: Mid-Hudson Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Snowshoeing. Trip rating: B+. B. C+. C. Leader: Ginny Fauci & Lalita Malik. Leader Email: midhudsonadk@gmail.com. Mileage: No greater than 8 round trip. Elevation Gain: No greater than 1,800. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: To be determined when the hike is posted.
Thursday, November 12, 2026.
Will be announced every Monday for that Thursday's hike to those who have signed up.
For more info visit midhudsonadk.org.
Bear Swamp
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
Start 9:30 AM at Ramapo Mountain Reservation (by the picnic tables), Mahwah (GPS Coordinates: 41.082558, -74.20532). We will hike to Bear Swamp going past Scarlet Pond taking the Ridge Loop to the Rocky Mountain Connector Trail. We will then go around Bear Swamp on the Shore Trail back to the Rocky Mountain Connector Trail to the Middle Trail to past the waterfall and back to the parking lot. Directions: Enter "Ramapo Mountain Reservation, Mahwah" into Google Maps. TC Northern New Jersey Highlands Trails Map 150. Be prepared for your hike by bringing a first-aid kit, enough water, and food/snacks. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes. Hiking poles are highly recommended. Rain cancels the hike. Interested in becoming an ADK leader? Connect with any of our current leaders-we're here to support and guide you every step of the way. https://www.youtube.com/@adknynjramapo
Advance registration required. Please register using the Link below.
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Will Obecny. Leader Email: obecny@optimum.net. Leader Phone #: 603-540-3184. Mileage: 8. Elevation Gain: 1000. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Good Samaritan Hospital
255 Lafayette Ave, Suffern
+1 845-368-5029.
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
41.082558,-74.20532.
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Hike Moxham Mt., Minerva
Cold River Chapter
This trail maintains an easy grade with a few short stretches with a moderate grade. There are many lookouts along the way on open clearings. The summit has views of Gore Mountain and Mud and Clear Ponds to the south, Crane Mountain to the southeast and on a clear day Snowy and Blue Mountains to the west.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Central Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Tracey Donaldson. Leader Email: traceydonaldson0710@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 845-464-5177. Mileage: 5.3. Elevation Gain: 1374 ft. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Hudson Headwaters Health Center, 126 Ski Bowl Road, North Creek, NY 518-251-2541
. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-408-5850.
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
Meeting Time / Place: 9:00 AM at the Black Bear to carpool or 9:30 AM at the trailhead. The Moxham trailhead is 1.8 miles down the paved portion of 14th Road, off NY 28N in Minerva and 0.2 miles further on the dirt road. Parking on both sides of the road.
Women's Hike - Oatka Creek Park
Genesee Valley Chapter
We will hike Oatka Creek Park in Scottsville for a 2 hour, approx 4 mile hike. There will be some hills so hiking poles and boots may be helpful. Dress for the weather and bring water. Please meet at the parking lot for Oatka Creek off Union St. and Quaker Rd. 43.00581063701667, -77.7923823196707, Plan to sign the liability waiver in the parking lot. If you are not an ADK member, you are welcome to join us. If you enjoy the day, or after 2 hikes, please consider joining our organization (adk-gvc.org). Joining meet-up is not the same as membership in ADK.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Doona Devitt. Leader Email: donnapdevitt@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-259-9258. Mileage: 4 miles. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Strong Memorial Hospital, 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester.
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Pleae park at the Oatka Creek Parking lot off Union St. and Quaker Rd. in Scottsville.
43.00581063701667, -77.7923823196707.
Bass Lake, end-to-end hike, North Hudson, Hammond Pond Wild Forest
Cold River Chapter
We will meet at the end-point of the hike, and shuttle one or more cars to the start, to allow a thru-hike of about 5 miles, including a short spur to the west end of the lake, although we will walk along the south shore for almost a mile. We will take a few steps off the trail to view Berrymill Flow at its outlet. We will hike south from the Hammond Pond trailhead, then northwest on the Bass Lake trail. There are some undulations but no major elevation changes. Meeting Time and Place: 9:45 on the south spur of Caza Turn Rd, just south of the Black Brook crossing; at an old, overgrown road. (There is no sign marking the trailhead on short Caza Turn Rd, no parking lot). We will shuttle to the Hammond Pond/Berrymill Flow trailhead on Ensign Pond Rd.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Central Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Meredith Todd. Leader Email: meredith36ny@yahoo.com. Leader Phone #: 518-494-8088. Mileage: 5. Elevation Gain: 400 ft. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Hudson Headwaters clinics Ticonderoga or Schroon Lake, Elizabethtown Community Hospital in Elizabethtown or Ticonderoga.
. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-408-5850.
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 9:45 AM – 1:45 PM.
From Northway exit 29, head east to a T-intersection with US Rt. 9. Turn left (north), and drive 2.6 miles to Caza Turn Rd. There is a small road sign indicating to turn here for Port Henry. Meeting place will be a short distance on the right shoulder.
Hike WNY Land Conservancy's Kenneglenn
Niagara Frontier Chapter
Join Pam Sander with Andrew Gaerte, Director of Development and Communications, WNY Land Conservancy, on a 11 a.m. tour of beautiful Kenneglenn Scenic and Nature Preserve, in Wales, New York! We’ll soak in the views of portions of spectacular Hunters Creek gorge, the property’s wetlands, and forests, as well as beautiful views of the gently rolling hills that are characteristic of southern Erie County. The address is 11613 Old Strykersville Road, East Aurora, NY 14052. The long, one-lane driveway to the preserve is a shared road with adjacent property owners, so please proceed cautiously and make use of pull-offs to allow passing. Dogs are not permitted at Kenneglenn. Please RSVP by November 10th to sanderpamela88@gmail.com. Registrants, kindly, leave a cell phone contact number. Arrival time is 10:45 a.m. for introductions and, signing our release form. (Registration limited, but I’ll contact people if cancellations occur.), For those who are interested, we’ll gather for lunch in East Aurora after the…
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter. Region: Western New York. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Pam Sander. Leader Email: sanderpamela88@gmail.com. Mileage: 3 miles round trip. Elevation Gain: 200 ft. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: WellNow Urgent Care
3245 Southwestern Blvd. Orchard Park, NY 14127
716-608-2226. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: n/a.
Friday, November 13, 2026.
11613 Old Strykersville Road, East Aurora, NY 14052.
Mills-Norrie State Park Hike
Mid-Hudson Chapter
Loop hike through the woods and along the Hudson River. Views of the Catskills, Esopus Lighthouse, Mills Mansion (Staatsburgh State Historic Site). A favorite destination.
Hosted By: Mid-Hudson Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Georgette Weir. Leader Email: gwmhadk@gmail.com. Mileage: 4-5. Elevation Gain: 200. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Mid Hudson Regional Hospital
241 N Rd, WMC Health, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: (845) 889-4100.
Friday, November 13, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
A 4-mile loop hike at Mills-Norrie State Park. We'll walk through the woods and along the Hudson River. Views of the Catskills, Esopus Lighthouse, Mills Mansion (Staatsburgh State Historic Site). A favorite destination. Leader: Georgette Weir.
Clark Reservation State Park
Onondaga Chapter
This beautiful park has multiple woodland trails, cliffs and rocky outcrops and a glacial plunge basin lake. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Central New York. Trip rating: C. Leader: Mary Niemi. Leader Email: maryrwniemi@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-751-7492. Mileage: 5 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 500 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Community Hospital, 4900 Broad Rd. Syracuse, NY 13215. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Saturday, November 14, 2026.
Clark Reservation Parking, 6105 E. Seneca Turnpike, Jamesville, NY 130781.
Hike Mt. Van Hoevenberg
Algonquin Chapter
Hike Mt. Van Hoevenberg in Lake Placid. Height: 2940, 4.4 miles (4-5 hours) round trip, Elevation Gain: 787, Easy. Bring lunch/snacks. Leader: Kimberly Smith, 518-645-0447. Call by 11/13.
Hosted By: Algonquin Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - High Peaks Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Kimberly Smith. Leader Email: adk46er12087@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5186450447. Mileage: 4.4. Elevation Gain: 787 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Lake Placid Health Center
203 Old Military Rd, Lake Placid, NY 12946. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: DEC Region 5, 518-897-1200.
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Lake Placid, NY.
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AT NJ #3 Skyline Drive to Culver's Gap
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
The 3rd of a 9-part series of shuttle hikes covering the entire Appalachian Trail in NJ - join us for one, some, or all! Arrive by 8:45 AM for a prompt 9:00 AM start at Culver's Gap parking on US 206 (GPS 41.180029, -74.788042). We'll shuttle to the Fiddler's Elbow Trailhead Parking, where we'll hike north past Rattlesnake Mountain into Stokes Forest, ending near Culver's Gap & Lake Kittatinny. Be prepared for your hike by bringing a personal first aid kit, enough water, and food/snacks. Please wear hiking shoes. Hiking poles are highly recommended. Severe inclement weather cancels. ATC Appalachian Trail Guide NY/NJ or TC Delaware Water Gap & Kittatinny Trails Map. Interested in becoming an ADK leader? Connect with any of our current leaders-we're here to support and guide you every step of the way. https://www.youtube.com/@adknynjramapo Nearest medical facility: Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ 973-383-2121 Please review the ten essentials of hiking: https://americanhiking.org/10essentials/?utm_source=chatg…
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Leader: Nikki Nasr. Leader Email: nikkinasr@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 201-694-0726. Mileage: 10.4. Elevation Gain: 1400. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Newton Medical Center Emergency Department
175 High St, Newton
+1 973-579-8500.
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM.
41.180029,-74.788042.
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Ringwood State Park Shepherd Lake
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
Meet at 8:45 AM for a 9:00 AM start at the Shepherd Lake Recreation Area on Shepherd Lake Road, Ringwood NJ, at the end of the road near the boat house (GPS 41.13565, -74.23209). We head east and south on the R-R all the way to the Crossover, then take the Crossover (W) going east to the Five Ponds Loop (Pi). We follow the loop south around Gatum Pond, then loop north to Weyble Pond. We continue on the Pink past Glasmere Pond, then return on the R-R all the way to the parking area. This hike is moderate. Severe inclement weather cancels. TC Northern New Jersey Highlands Trails Map 150.
Advance registration required. Please register using the Link below.
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Bob Zachowski. Leader Email: rzachowski@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 631-935-2217. Mileage: 7.5. Elevation Gain: 1600. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Good Samaritan Hospital
255 Lafayette Ave, Suffern
+1 845-368-5029.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM.
41.13565,-74.23209.
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Gilbert Lake State park
Susquehanna Chapter
Starting in the parking lot near the pavilion. Hike by the lake. Open trails. Well marked. Gentle hills. Mostly forest with some open lawn areas.
Hosted By: Susquehanna Chapter. Region: Central New York. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Laura H. Leader Email: lfhurley@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 607-435-1786. Mileage: <8. Elevation Gain: <1000 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Fox Memorial Hospital 1 Norton Avenue. Oneonta, N.Y. 13820. 607-432 2000. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 1-833-NYS-Rangers [1-833-697-7264].
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Gilbert Lake State Park 18 CCC Road Laurens, N.Y 13796. GPS address 870 County Route 12 Laurens , N.Y. 13796. Meet at Parking lot on the left after entering the park.
ADK Conservation Meeting
Niagara Frontier Chapter
Zoom meeting link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87362954541
Call Lynn Kenney (716-825-7329) to verify the meeting date or a possible venue change.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter. Event Type: Meetings. Leader Email: woodthrush3@hotmail.com.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Walking Wednesday
Onondaga Chapter
Every Wednesday some of our members take a hike on one of the many trails in CNY. The Wednesday hikes welcome new participants. The participants decide where to go, based on weather and individual schedules. The first Wednesday of each month during spring, summer and fall is usually devoted to trail maintenance. The trails are south of Syracuse, below Rt 80 in general, the Onondaga trail, FLT, and NCT trails give us a variety to choose from. Dress for the weather (in layers). Water and food (light lunch/snack), and any necessities such as raingear are best carried in a small daypack. Walking/hiking poles might be good for balance on rocks and tree roots we encounter, traction spikes and/or snowshoes taken as needed seasonally. Our group is very flexible and we love to be out in the woods for a nice social hike. Contact the leader if weather is questionable or any other questions arise. Hope to see you on a Wednesday hike. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Central New York. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Dick Frio. Leader Email: richardfriood@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-679-0622. Mileage: 5-8 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 1000 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center, 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Wednesday, November 18, 2026.
DeWitt Wegmans Park & Ride, 6789 E. Genesee St, DeWitt, NY, 13066 (in front of Hobby Lobby), 43.03213,-76.05057.
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
Mid-Hudson Chapter
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
MID-WEEK HIKES - Leaders: Ginny Fauci, 845-399-2170 (text only) and/or Lalita Malik, (845) 724-5786 (text only) offer moderately paced hikes of varying difficulty (B or C) to different areas of the Mid-Hudson Valley. The hikes are held every Thursday, weather permitting.
New visitors wanting to get on the list need to send an email here to be added: midhudsonadk@gmail.com Hikes are limited to members. If a member of another chapter, please provide your membership number and expiration date. If you are already a member of our chapter, see the information below:
To add your name to the Mid-Week hike list, go to the bottom of the weekly e-mail and update your subscription. An email will be sent out Monday or Tuesday with the MWH hike for the week. Confirmed participants will receive an email Wednesday evening with meeting time and place. Limit 12.
Hosted By: Mid-Hudson Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Snowshoeing. Trip rating: B+. B. C+. C. Leader: Ginny Fauci & Lalita Malik. Leader Email: midhudsonadk@gmail.com. Mileage: No greater than 8 round trip. Elevation Gain: No greater than 1,800. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: To be determined when the hike is posted.
Thursday, November 19, 2026.
Will be announced every Monday for that Thursday's hike to those who have signed up.
For more info visit midhudsonadk.org.
Skannatati Loop
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
9:30 AM from Lake Skannatati parking. We will do a loop on the Long Path, Dunning, RD and ASB Trails. Lunch atop Hogencamp Mt. Steady rain cancels. TC Northern Harriman-Bear Mountain Trails Map 119.
Advance registration required. Please register using the Link below.
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Henry Barkhorn. Leader Email: hcbarkhorn@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 646-853-0824. Mileage: 5.5. Elevation Gain: 750. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Good Samaritan Hospital
255 Lafayette Ave, Suffern
+1 845-368-5029.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
41.2423,-74.1023.
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Women's Hike-Durand Eastman Park, lakes trails
Genesee Valley Chapter
We'll enjoy some fall hiking around the lakes of Durand Eastman Park. There will be some small hills and possibly a little mud. We'll aim to hike about 4 miles or 2 hours. Wear footwear with good traction, dress for the weather and bring water and maybe a snack. Park in parking Lot D. GPS 43.23646,-77.55738, Plan to sign the liability waiver in the parking lot. If you are not an ADK member, you are welcome to join us. If you enjoy the day, or after 2 hikes; please consider joining our organization. (adk-gvc.org) Joining meet up is not the same as membership to the Adirondack Mountain Club.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Jill B Nichols. Leader Email: jillbnichols@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5857388386. Mileage: 4 miles. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Rochester General Hospital, 1425 Portland Ave Ground Level, Rochester, NY 14621.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Park in the easternmost lot on Lakeshore Blvd (i.e. if you are coming from 590, it'll be the first lot on the right in view of the lake). GPS 43.23646,-77.55738
This is Parking lot D.
Hike Ben Wood Mountain & Pack Forest Lake, Warrensburg
Cold River Chapter
This is an easy hike with some elevation along a logging road which makes a loop around Pack Forest Lake with a spur hike up Ben Wood Mountain. The elevation gain is about 400’. The summit is wooded, but continuing on a short path south of the summit leads to a viewpoint with vistas of the peaks of Thurman and Warrensburg to the south. Open rock ledges provide a spot for a snack. The trail is not marked but is wide and easy to follow.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Lake George Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Peggy Carrol. Leader Email: peggycarrol281@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 281-804-5744. Mileage: 5. Elevation Gain: 400 ft. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Hudson Headwaters Urgent Care, 3767 Main Street, Warrensburg, 518-623-2844.
. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-408-5850.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Pack Forest main parking area, 131 Pack Forest Rd. The SUNY ESF Pack Forest entrance is off Route 9, north of Warrensburg, about .7 miles north of the Rt 28/Rt 9 intersection. If cancellation is necessary, an email will be sent by 7 AM the day of the ou.
Hike The Priory to the Palmer Pond Loop, Chestertown
Cold River Chapter
Although you may be very familiar with the Chester Challenge Palmer Pond loop, this trail starts at The Priory, a former Catholic retreat center now owned by the Town of Chester, passes by the Chester Horse Farm and takes a turn around Palmer Pond and then back to our parking at The Priory. This flat trail (elevation 250') is about 3.2 miles with most of the trail in the Lake George Wild Forest. We will stop and have a snack along side the Pond.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Lake George Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Marti Townley. Leader Email: Mdksshea@aol.com. Leader Phone #: 518-301-3712. Mileage: 3.2. Elevation Gain: 250 ft. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Hudson Headwaters Chestertown, 6223 State Rt 9, Chestertown, 518-494-2761.
. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-408-5850.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Meeting Place: 10:00 at the Priory; Starting from Stewarts in Chestertown, drive on Rt 8 for 4.3 miles, taking a left on Pine Notch Road, stay to the left onto Priory Road. From the west on Rt 8, Pine Notch Road is 2.5 miles from the Riparius Bridge.
Cold River Chapter Meeting & Pot Luck
Cold River Chapter
Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal with your ADK friends at McCrum’s home. The hostesses are asking for traditional foods served at Thanksgiving. Sue and Noelle will provide the home baked turkey and ham. Please bring one of the following: stuffing, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, vegetables, tossed salad, some kind of fruit salad, boiled onions, pumpkin pie, apple pie, or cherry pie. If you have a favorite Thanksgiving dish you are welcome to bring it. Schedule: 3:00 to 4:00 Social time, 4:00 Meeting, 4:30 Dinner, Parking: Please carpool as our parking area will be very tight. There will be event parking signs.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Event Type: Social. Meetings. Leader Phone #: 518-494-4215/518-494-5193. Leader Email: kinderteach@hotmail.com.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
47 Clarkson Road, Chestertown.
What's Up (Some) Saturday's Hike
Glens Falls-Saratoga Chapter
Dog-friendly hike - all dogs must be leashed for the entire outing. Geared for those new to hiking and those coming back to the outdoors! Pace will be slow to moderate. Details are emailed on the Monday or Tuesday before the event. Registration with the hike leader is required for participation and participation is limited.
Hosted By: Glens Falls-Saratoga Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Lake George Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Hike w/ Dogs. Trip rating: B+. B. Leader: Kim Brown. Leader Email: kim137@me.com. Mileage: 5-10. Elevation Gain: 1,000 - 2,000. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Glens Falls Hospital
100 Park Street
Glens Falls NY. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: Region 5.
Saturday, November 21, 2026.
Lake George Region.
Dater Mountain Park
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
Meet at 9:00 AM at Johnsontown Rd. parking circle, located off Seven Lake Parkway, about 2.1 miles from Orange Turnpike (Rt 17 North). The hike will cover the White Bar, Kakiak Trails linking into Dater Mountain Park Trails, looping back via the Blue Disc Trail to Johnsontown Circle. Hikers must wear hiking shoes and hiking poles are recommended. Bring snacks and water. Rain cancels hike. TC Northern Harriman-Bear Mountain Trails Map 119
Advance registration required. Please register using the Link below.
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Peter Reiner. Leader Email: psr7777@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 845-323-7697. Mileage: 4.5. Elevation Gain: 800. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Good Samaritan Hospital
255 Lafayette Ave, Suffern
+1 845-368-5029.
Saturday, November 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
199-31 Johnsontown Rd, Sloatsburg, NY.
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Black River Chapter Annual Meeting
Black River Chapter
The Black River Chapter will hold its 2026 Annual Meeting at Tug Hill Estates, and we invite all members and friends to join us for an afternoon of community, good food, and shared purpose. This annual gathering is a chance to reconnect, reflect on the year’s accomplishments, and look ahead to the adventures and stewardship work to come. 12:00 PM – Check-in, 12:30–12:45 PM – Buffet lunch served, 1:30 PM – Presentation by Spencer Busler from Thousand Islands Land Trust (TILT), 2:15–2:30 PM – Annual business meeting, 3:30 PM – Adjourn Lunch Menu: Tossed salad, Homemade Broccoli Cheddar soup, Bourbon Chicken Flatbread sandwich, Entrée: Bruschetta Chicken, Side: Roasted Seasonal Vegetables, Dessert: Seasonal Cobbler or Crisp.
Hosted By: Black River Chapter. Event Type: Meetings. Presentation. Social. Leader Phone #: 516-662-5020. Leader Email: Blackriveradk@gmail.com.
Saturday, November 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Tug Hill Estates, 4051 Yancey Road, Lowville, NY.
AT NJ #4 Culver's Gap to Deckertown Tpke
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
The 4th of a 9-part series of shuttle hikes covering the entire Appalachian Trail in NJ - join us for one, some, or all! Arrive by 8:45 AM for a prompt 9:00 AM start at the AT parking lot off of Deckertown Tpke (GPS 41.2524, -74.6896). We'll shuttle to the Culver's Gap parking area on US 206, where we'll hike north past Culver Fire Tower and Sunrise Mountain, ending at the parking lot. Be prepared for your hike by bringing a personal first aid kit, enough water, and food/snacks. Please wear hiking shoes. Hiking poles are highly recommended. Severe inclement weather cancels. ATC Appalachian Trail Guide NY/NJ or TC Delaware Water Gap & Kittatinny Trails Map. Interested in becoming an ADK leader? Connect with any of our current leaders-we're here to support and guide you every step of the way. https://www.youtube.com/@adknynjramapo Nearest medical facility: Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ 973-383-2121 Please review the ten essentials of hiking: https://americanhiking.org/10essentials/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
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Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Nikki Nasr. Leader Email: nikkinasr@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 201-694-0726. Mileage: 8.4. Elevation Gain: 1350. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Port Jervis Community Hospital
160 E Main St, Port Jervis
+1 845-858-7000.
Sunday, November 22, 2026, 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM.
41.2524,-74.6896.
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Coney Mountain Full Moon Hike
Laurentian Chapter
🌕A little adventure. A full moon. Hot chocolate at the top. Feeling a little adventurous, but don’t have someone to join you? Come with us! Join theADK Laurentian Chapter on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, for a free community full moon hike up Coney Mountain. We’ll enjoy hot chocolate with marshmallows andfull moon views over the Adirondacksbefore returning together by headlamp. You don’t need to know anyone or be a member.Newcomers, quiet folk, and familiar faces are all welcome. Enjoy a little conversation or simply take in the outdoors, there’s no pressure to be outgoing. 📍Meet:Coney Mountain trailhead at3:30 p.m. 🌕Summit:Approximately4:45–5:00 p.m. just after sunset, depending on the group’s pace and trail conditions. 🥾Distance:Approximately2.2 miles round trip, with about525 feet of climbing. 🔦Headlamps: plenty available to borrow. ☕Summit treat:Hot chocolate with marshmallows! Bring a small mug. All ages welcome, you don’t need to be an experienced hiker!…
Hosted By: Laurentian Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Northwest Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Krystyna Kowalski. Leader Email: krystyna.kowalski@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 613-804-8878. Mileage: 4.4 miles RT. Elevation Gain: 525 ft. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Nearest hospital emergency department:Adirondack Medical Center, 2233 State Route 86, Saranac Lake, NY 12983. Open 24 hours. Emergency department:518-897-2557. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 833-697-2643.
Tuesday, November 24, 2026.
Tupper Lake NY.
For more info visit adklaurentian.org.
Pine Meadow Lake from Kakiat Park
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
Meet at 8:45 AM for a 9:00 AM start from Kakiat parking lot on Rt 202 in Montebello, NY (GPS 41.14579, -74.112855). We will hike to scenic Pine Meadow Lake on the Mountain, Kakiat, Raccoon Brooks, and Egg Trails. We return on the Pine Meadow, Conklin Crossing, S-BM, and Kakiat Trails. This 8-mile hike has an elevation gain of about 1700 feet with excellent mountain vistas. Be prepared for your hike by bringing a personal first-aid kit, enough water, and food/snacks. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes. Hiking poles are highly recommended. Precipitation of any kind cancels. TC Southern Harriman-Bear Mountain Trails Map 118.
Advance registration required. Please register using the Link below.
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Geoff Fonseca. Leader Email: geofffonseca@yahoo.com. Leader Phone #: 845-357-9366. Mileage: 8. Elevation Gain: 1700. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Good Samaritan Hospital
255 Lafayette Ave, Suffern
+1 845-368-5029.
Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM.
41.14579,-74.112855.
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Roger’s Environmental Center
Susquehanna Chapter
Paved paths, walking trails. Meet at the main parking lot. Proceed from tyour he on gentle ,well marked walking trails.
Hosted By: Susquehanna Chapter. Region: Central New York. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Laurie P. Leader Email: mslawree@aol.com. Leader Phone #: 609-713-9338. Mileage: <8. Elevation Gain: <1000 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Chenango Memorial Hospital. 179 Broad Street Norwich, N.Y. 13815. 607-337-4111. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 1-833-NYS-Rangers [1-833-697-7264].
Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
2721 State Route 80 PO Box 932. Sherburne, N.Y. 13460.
Walking Wednesday
Onondaga Chapter
Every Wednesday some of our members take a hike on one of the many trails in CNY. The Wednesday hikes welcome new participants. The participants decide where to go, based on weather and individual schedules. The first Wednesday of each month during spring, summer and fall is usually devoted to trail maintenance. The trails are south of Syracuse, below Rt 80 in general, the Onondaga trail, FLT, and NCT trails give us a variety to choose from. Dress for the weather (in layers). Water and food (light lunch/snack), and any necessities such as raingear are best carried in a small daypack. Walking/hiking poles might be good for balance on rocks and tree roots we encounter, traction spikes and/or snowshoes taken as needed seasonally. Our group is very flexible and we love to be out in the woods for a nice social hike. Contact the leader if weather is questionable or any other questions arise. Hope to see you on a Wednesday hike. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Central New York. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Dick Frio. Leader Email: richardfriood@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-679-0622. Mileage: 5-8 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 1000 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center, 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Wednesday, November 25, 2026.
DeWitt Wegmans Park & Ride, 6789 E. Genesee St, DeWitt, NY, 13066 (in front of Hobby Lobby), 43.03213,-76.05057.
Turkey Trot No. 28
Glens Falls-Saratoga Chapter
Let's work up that old holiday hunger once again this year. Approximately 4 miles of hiking on and off road and trail with little elevation change. Dress for cold and snow. See you there, hiker buds. Happy Thanksgiving from Rich.
Hosted By: Glens Falls-Saratoga Chapter. Region: Capital District. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Rich Crammond. Leader Email: none@nowhere.com. Leader Phone #: 5185842380. Mileage: 4. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Saratoga Hospital
211 Church Street
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
518-587-3222.
Thursday, November 26, 2026.
Saratoga National Monument visitors center parking lot off Route 32, Stillwater, 8 am.
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
Mid-Hudson Chapter
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
MID-WEEK HIKES - Leaders: Ginny Fauci, 845-399-2170 (text only) and/or Lalita Malik, (845) 724-5786 (text only) offer moderately paced hikes of varying difficulty (B or C) to different areas of the Mid-Hudson Valley. The hikes are held every Thursday, weather permitting.
New visitors wanting to get on the list need to send an email here to be added: midhudsonadk@gmail.com Hikes are limited to members. If a member of another chapter, please provide your membership number and expiration date. If you are already a member of our chapter, see the information below:
To add your name to the Mid-Week hike list, go to the bottom of the weekly e-mail and update your subscription. An email will be sent out Monday or Tuesday with the MWH hike for the week. Confirmed participants will receive an email Wednesday evening with meeting time and place. Limit 12.
Hosted By: Mid-Hudson Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Snowshoeing. Trip rating: B+. B. C+. C. Leader: Ginny Fauci & Lalita Malik. Leader Email: midhudsonadk@gmail.com. Mileage: No greater than 8 round trip. Elevation Gain: No greater than 1,800. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: To be determined when the hike is posted.
Thursday, November 26, 2026.
Will be announced every Monday for that Thursday's hike to those who have signed up.
For more info visit midhudsonadk.org.
Five Rivers Ramble
Albany Chapter
Let's walk off a bit of Thanksgiving dinner and commune with nature. We will walk most of the Five Rivers trails and loop around some small ponds. There is no hunting at Five Rivers. We will probably walk for about two hours.
Hosted By: Albany - Schenectady Chapter. Region: Capital District. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Kathleen Rzant. Leader Email: rzantshep@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5183122199. Mileage: 4 miles. Elevation Gain: minimal. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: St Peters or Albany Medical Center. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 911.
Friday, November 27, 2026.
Five Rivers Environmental Center
56 Game Farm Road
Delmar, NY.
Black Friday - Mendon Ponds Perimeter Loop Hike
Genesee Valley Chapter
Do you... Love Mendon Ponds Park? Hate the thought of shopping on Black Friday? Plan to eat more than a reasonable amount of turkey and potatoes on Thanksgiving? All of the above? This hike is for you! Join us for a hike of the perimeter trails of Mendon Ponds Park for a distance of 10-11 miles. This hike is not recommended for beginners - portions of the trail will be on hilly terrain and we will hike at a steady pace. Please contact the hike leader in advance to sign up. We will meet at 8:15am to begin hiking promptly at 8:30am. Please dress for the conditions, bring water/snacks, and be prepared to sign ADK's release of liability form, which will be provided by the trip leader for you to complete in the parking area before starting the hike. If you are not as ADK member, you are still welcome to join us! If you enjoy the day, or after two outings, please consider joining our organization. Visit adk-gvc.org to learn more!
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B+. Leader: Sarah Mastro. Leader Email: sarahspadaccini@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 3153233530. Mileage: 11. Elevation Gain: 1,400 Feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: RRH Urgent Care (6.5 Miles Away)
2685 E Henrietta Rd, Henrietta, NY 14467. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 911.
Friday, November 27, 2026, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Mendon Ponds Park
(Start @ Large Parking Area - Douglas/Pond Road).
For more info visit www.monroecounty.gov.
Lake Ann Mindful Outdoor Experience
Glens Falls-Saratoga Chapter
Experience a new way to connect to nature while hiking. This hike will begin with a silent 1.5 mile slow hike to the lean to at Lake Ann, followed by time to quietly sit and observe the forest as it comes to life around you. An invitation to share personal experiences will be offered after the sit spot. The pace will be slow and mindful. The group will meet at the Wilton Mountain Road parking lot. Space is limited. Please email pamdel1@yahoo.com to register.
Hosted By: Glens Falls-Saratoga Chapter. Region: Capital District. Activity Category: Hiking. Other. Trip rating: C. Leader: Pamela DelSignore. Leader Email: pamdel1@yahoo.com. Leader Phone #: 5184211880. Mileage: 3 miles round trip. Elevation Gain: 284. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Saratoga Hospital. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: Park Office / Information: (518) 793-0511 NYS Park Police (Capital-Saratoga Region): (518) 584-2004 NYS Parks Regional Office (Saratoga): (518) 584-2000.
Sunday, November 29, 2026, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Moreau Lake State Park.
For more info visit adk-gfs.org.
AT NJ #5 Deckertown Tpke to High Point
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
The 5th of a 9-part series of shuttle hikes covering the entire Appalachian Trail in NJ - join us for one, some, or all! Arrive by 8:45 AM for a prompt 9:00 AM start at High Point Monument (GPS 41.323212, -74.659668), shuttle to the AT lot off Deckertown Tpke, where we'll hike north through High Point State Park. Be prepared for your hike by bringing a personal first aid kit, enough water, and food/snacks. Please wear hiking shoes. Hiking poles are highly recommended. Severe inclement weather cancels. ATC Appalachian Trail Guide NY/NJ or TC Delaware Water Gap & Kittatinny Trails Map. Interested in becoming an ADK leader? Connect with any of our current leaders-we're here to support and guide you every step of the way. https://www.youtube.com/@adknynjramapo Nearest medical facility: Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ 973-383-2121 Please review the ten essentials of hiking: https://americanhiking.org/10essentials/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Advance registration required. Please register using the Link below.
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Nikki Nasr. Leader Email: nikkinasr@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 201-694-0726. Mileage: 6.5. Elevation Gain: 1200. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Port Jervis Community Hospital
160 E Main St, Port Jervis
+1 845-858-7000.
Sunday, November 29, 2026, 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM.
41.323212,-74.659668.
For more info visit adknjr.ivolunteer.com.
Pyramid Mountain
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
Meet at 8:45 AM for a 9:00 AM start at Pyramid Mountain Parking, Vistors Center, 472 Boonton Ave, Montville, NJ 07045 (GPS 40.94727, -74.3887). We hike the Blue and Blue Dot Trails north to Tripod Rock, then head south on the Blue and make a right on the Orange Trail. We loop around Orange and return to the parking lot via the Blue. Severe inclement weather cancels. TC Morris County Highlands East Trails Map 125.
Advance registration required. Please register using the Link below.
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Bob Zachowski. Leader Email: rzachowski@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 631-935-2217. Mileage: 6. Elevation Gain: 1000. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Chilton Medical Center
97 West Pkwy, Pompton Plains
+1 973-831-5000.
Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM.
40.94727,-74.3887.
For more info visit adknjr.ivolunteer.com.
Table Rock, Hartwick College
Susquehanna Chapter
The trail is on private property. Well Maintained and has great views. Some sections are steep and rocky or has exposed roots. Can be muddy terrain in sections. Great views of the city of Oneonta, N.Y.
Hosted By: Susquehanna Chapter. Region: Central New York. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Jim Ibsen. Leader Email: jimbo836@aol.com. Leader Phone #: 732-844-0439. Mileage: <5. Elevation Gain: <1000. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Ao Fox Memorial Hospital. 1 Norton Avenue Oneonta, N.Y. 13820 607-432-2000. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 1-833-NYS-RANGERS. {1-833-697-7264.
Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 9:45 AM – 11:45 AM.
42.45483, -75.07545. Located on the Hartwick College property. Drive to the top of the campus. Parking along the road. Oneonta, N.Y. 13820. Can be accessed from West Street or Clinton Street.
Walking Wednesday
Onondaga Chapter
Every Wednesday some of our members take a hike on one of the many trails in CNY. The Wednesday hikes welcome new participants. The participants decide where to go, based on weather and individual schedules. The first Wednesday of each month during spring, summer and fall is usually devoted to trail maintenance. The trails are south of Syracuse, below Rt 80 in general, the Onondaga trail, FLT, and NCT trails give us a variety to choose from. Dress for the weather (in layers). Water and food (light lunch/snack), and any necessities such as raingear are best carried in a small daypack. Walking/hiking poles might be good for balance on rocks and tree roots we encounter, traction spikes and/or snowshoes taken as needed seasonally. Our group is very flexible and we love to be out in the woods for a nice social hike. Contact the leader if weather is questionable or any other questions arise. Hope to see you on a Wednesday hike. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Central New York. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Dick Frio. Leader Email: richardfriood@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-679-0622. Mileage: 5-8 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 1000 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center, 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Wednesday, December 2, 2026.
DeWitt Wegmans Park & Ride, 6789 E. Genesee St, DeWitt, NY, 13066 (in front of Hobby Lobby), 43.03213,-76.05057.
GVC Executive Committee Meeting
Genesee Valley Chapter
The Executive Committee of the Genesee Valley Chapter of ADK meets virtually via Zoom. All members of ADK are welcome. Contact Sarah Mastro for the login credentials: expochair@adk-gvc.org.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Event Type: Meetings.
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
Mid-Hudson Chapter
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
MID-WEEK HIKES - Leaders: Ginny Fauci, 845-399-2170 (text only) and/or Lalita Malik, (845) 724-5786 (text only) offer moderately paced hikes of varying difficulty (B or C) to different areas of the Mid-Hudson Valley. The hikes are held every Thursday, weather permitting.
New visitors wanting to get on the list need to send an email here to be added: midhudsonadk@gmail.com Hikes are limited to members. If a member of another chapter, please provide your membership number and expiration date. If you are already a member of our chapter, see the information below:
To add your name to the Mid-Week hike list, go to the bottom of the weekly e-mail and update your subscription. An email will be sent out Monday or Tuesday with the MWH hike for the week. Confirmed participants will receive an email Wednesday evening with meeting time and place. Limit 12.
Hosted By: Mid-Hudson Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Snowshoeing. Trip rating: B+. B. C+. C. Leader: Ginny Fauci & Lalita Malik. Leader Email: midhudsonadk@gmail.com. Mileage: No greater than 8 round trip. Elevation Gain: No greater than 1,800. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: To be determined when the hike is posted.
Thursday, December 3, 2026.
Will be announced every Monday for that Thursday's hike to those who have signed up.
For more info visit midhudsonadk.org.
Hook Mountain & Lunch on the Hudson
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
Start 9:30 AM start from the Nyack Beach State Park parking area. For directions enter "698 N. Broadway, Nyack, NY" in Google Maps. We will hike the recently established Boulders Loop & Long Path to reach the summit of Hook Mountain, to enjoy several vistas of the Hudson River. We will then continue on the Long Path and Landing Road for a picnic lunch at the Hudson. Following lunch, we will leisurely stroll on the Bike Path along the river and back to the parking area. TC Hudson Palisades Trails Map 110.Be prepared for your hike by bringing a personal first-aid kit, enough water, and food/snacks. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes. Hiking poles are highly recommended. Any rain cancels the hike. Interested in becoming an ADK leader? Connect with any of our current leaders-we're here to support and guide you every step of the way. https://www.youtube.com/@adknynjramapo
Advance registration required. Please register using the Link below.
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Paul Margiotta. Leader Email: pjmm1177@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 201-693-6705. Mileage: 6. Elevation Gain: 950. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Montefiore Nyack Hospital
160 N Midland Ave, Nyack
+1 845-348-2000.
Thursday, December 3, 2026, 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
698 N Broadway, Nyack, NY.
For more info visit adknjr.ivolunteer.com.
OK Slip Falls Hike
Cold River Chapter
December 3: OK Slip Falls Hike, ADK Rating Leader Level 2 B: Tracey Donaldson, Duration: 4 to 5 hours, 6.4 miles, elevation gain 975, Limit 10, Description: Hike to one of the highest waterfalls in the Adirondacks. This is a nice trail on rolling terrain through the forest. Meeting Time / Place: 9:30 at Tops in North Creek, or at the parking lot for the trailhead at 9:50. The parking area is labeled Hudson Gorge Wilderness Area on the left side of Route 28, about 10 miles north of North Creek. Contact: Tracey at traceydonaldson0710@gmail.com or 845-464-5177, If cancellation is necessary, an email will be sent by 6:00 AM the day of the outing. Medical: Hudson Headwaters Health Center, 126 Ski Bowl Road, North Creek, NY 518-251-2541.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Central Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Tracey Donaldson. Leader Email: traceydonaldson0710@gmail.com. Mileage: 6.4. Elevation Gain: 975. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Medical: Hudson Headwaters Health Center, 126 Ski Bowl Road, North Creek, NY 518-251-2541. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-408-5850.
Thursday, December 3, 2026, 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
Trailhead Hudson Gorge Wilderness.
Women's Hike - Keuka Outlet Trail
Genesee Valley Chapter
We will hike for 2 hours, approx. 4 miles along the trail between Keuka Lake and Seneca Lake. There are several nice falls along the trail and it is mainly a flat trail. We will hike each direction from this parking area. Hiking poles and boots may be helpful if any slippery conditions exist due to the weather. Dress for the weather and bring water and a lunch in backpack to carry as we will eat along the way. If you'd like to carpool, meet at the Canandaigua Wegmans at 9:15 am. It is a 35 min carpool from there. If not carpooling, meet at Seneca Mill Falls parking on Outlet Rd. Penn Yan. at 9:50 am for a 10:00 start. 42.66471088973571, -77.0025053862947, If you have questions, please email Vik at vlb7075@gmail.com, Plan to sign the liability waiver in the parking lot. If you are not an ADK member, you are welcome to join us. If you enjoy the day, or after 2 hikes, please consider joining our organization (adk-gvc.org). Joining meet-up is not the same as membership in ADK.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Vik Barnsbee. Leader Email: vlb7075@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5857388386. Mileage: 4 miles. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital
418 N Main St, Penn Yan, NY 14527
+1 315-531-2000.
Thursday, December 3, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
If not carpooling, meet at Seneca Mill Falls parking on Outlet Rd. Penn Yan.42.66471088973571, -77.0025053862947
See carpool note below to carpool from Canandaigua Wegmans to trail (35 min).
Blue Mountain Fire Tower
North Woods Chapter
Hosted By: North Woods Chapter. Region: Adirondacks. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Kari Sharry. Leader Email: karisharry@aol.com. Mileage: 4 miles. Elevation Gain: 1550. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Adirondack Medical Center. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 911 833-697-7264.
Friday, December 4, 2026.
Hike to the Blue Mountain Fire Tower.
Wilton Wildlife Park
Glens Falls-Saratoga Chapter
Dress for cold weather and rain. Approximately three miles of hiking with little elevation change. Bring microspikes in case of ice (Eeks!). Merry Christmas from Rich.
Hosted By: Glens Falls-Saratoga Chapter. Region: Capital District. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Rich Crammond. Leader Email: none@nowhere.com. Leader Phone #: 5185842380. Mileage: 3 total. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Saratoga Hospital
211 Church Street
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
518-587-3222.
Saturday, December 5, 2026.
Meet at the main parking lot across the road from the flag pole, off Scout Road, 9:00 am.
Carpenter Falls via White Trail and Bahar Nature Preserve
Onondaga Chapter
Carpenter Falls and Bahar Nature Preserve sit side by side near Skaneateles Lake, but they offer two different experiences: a dramatic waterfall visit and a quieter walk through the woods. At Carpenter Falls, Bear Swamp Creek drops over a 90-foot Upper Falls into a steep, wooded gorge. A short, accessible boardwalk leads from the parking area to an overlook. There's also a trail with stone steps down the ravine for another view of the falls. We will continue to the lake on White Trail. We will do a side trip to Bahar Nature Preserve to see an old-growth forest. If anyone is interested, we could stop on the return in Skaneateles for the annual Dickens Christmas and do a small stroll in town. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Finger Lakes Region. Trip rating: C. Leader: Melanie Stevens. Leader Email: msteve39@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-278-2787. Mileage: 3.4 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 413 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center, 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Sunday, December 6, 2026.
DeWitt Wegmans Park & Ride, 6789 E. Genesee St, DeWitt, NY, 13066 (in front of Hobby Lobby), 43.03213,-76.05057.
Hike Rooster Comb
Algonquin Chapter
Hike Rooster Comb in Keene, Height: 2592, 4.5 miles (4 hours) round trip. Elevation Gain: 1556, moderate. Bring lunch/snacks. Leader: Kimberly Smith, 518-645-0447. Call by 12/4.
Hosted By: Algonquin Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - High Peaks Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Kimberly Smith. Leader Email: adk46er12087@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5186450447. Mileage: 4.5. Elevation Gain: 1556 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Elizabethtown Community Hospital
75 Park St, Elizabethtown, NY 12932. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: DEC Region 5, 518-897-1200.
Sunday, December 6, 2026, 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Keene, NY.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.
AT NJ #6 High Point to Wallkill River
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
The 6th of a 9-part series of shuttle hikes covering the entire Appalachian Trail in NJ - join us for one, some, or all! Arrive by 8:45 AM for a prompt 9:00 AM start at the Winding Waters Trail parking on Oil City Rd (GPS 41.28786, -74.53384). We shuttle to High Point Monument, hike through wetlands and farmlands along the NY/NJ state line, ending near the Wallkill River. Be prepared for your hike by bringing a personal first aid kit, enough water, and food/snacks. Please wear hiking shoes. Hiking poles are highly recommended. Severe inclement weather cancels. ATC Appalachian Trail Guide NY/NJ or TC Delaware Water Gap & Kittatinny Trails Map. Interested in becoming an ADK leader? Connect with any of our current leaders-we're here to support and guide you every step of the way. https://www.youtube.com/@adknynjramapo Nearest medical facility: St. Anthony Community Hospital, Warwick, NY 845-986-2276 Please review the ten essentials of hiking: https://americanhiking.org/10essentials/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
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Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Nikki Nasr. Leader Email: nikkinasr@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 201-694-0726. Mileage: 9.9. Elevation Gain: 950. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Port Jervis Community Hospital
160 E Main St, Port Jervis
+1 845-858-7000.
Sunday, December 6, 2026, 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM.
41.28786,-74.53384.
For more info visit adknjr.ivolunteer.com.
Locust Grove Estate Hike
Mid-Hudson Chapter
Join the monthly hikers at Locust Grove for a guided 3 mile hike along the beautiful trails at this historic site. Meet at 10:30 in front of the gift shop. Bring water, snacks, hiking boots and poles are recommended, and dress for the weather. We’ll go slow to moderate pace, based on the group. Rain cancels. These hikes are in partnership with Locust Grove Estate. For questions or to sign-up in advance email: midhudsonadk@gmail.com. and cc: info@lgny.org.
Hosted By: Mid-Hudson Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Paul Silverstein. Leader Email: midhudsonadk@gmail.com. Mileage: 3. Elevation Gain: 300. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Vassar Brothers Medical Center
45 Reade Place
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
845-377-4651. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: Call 911.
Sunday, December 6, 2026, 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
Locust Grove Estate
2683 South Road
Poughkeepsie NY 12601.
For more info visit www.lgny.org.
Green Lakes SP Spruce Ridge Trail
Onondaga Chapter
We'll walk the "Lollipop" trail and - depending on weather - maybe another loop. Contact the leader if there is snow or icy and to confirm conditions and gear required. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Central New York. Trip rating: C. Leader: Sigi Schwinge. Leader Phone #: 716-238-5347. Mileage: 2 - 3 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 250 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center, 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Monday, December 7, 2026.
43.05189,-75.95895, Pierson Rd. parking.
Reeves Meadows to Diamond Mountain Loop
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
We meet at 8:45 AM at the Reeves Meadow Visitor Center for a prompt start (GPS 41.173892, -74.168573). We take the Reeves Brook Trail (W), left on Raccoon Brook Trail (B), left on Hillburn-Torne Sebago Trail (O), right on Seven Hills Trail (B), left on Diamond Mt. Trail (Y), right on Seven Hills (B), left on T-MI (R), left on Stony Brook Trail (Y) to Pine Meadow (R) to the cars. This hike is strenuous. Bring water, lunch, and rain gear. Hiking shoes are required, and poles are recommended. Severe inclement weather cancels. Harriman-Bear Mountain (Combined Map): 2023: Trail Conference. Interested in becoming an ADK leader? Connect with any of our current leaders-we're here to support and guide you every step of the way. https://www.youtube.com/@adknynjramapo
Advance registration required. Please register using the Link below.
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Anastasia Tavarez. Leader Email: atavare@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 646-207-4136. Mileage: 8.6. Elevation Gain: 1818. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Good Samaritan Hospital
255 Lafayette Ave, Suffern
+1 845-368-5029.
Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM.
41.173892,-74.168573.
For more info visit adknjr.ivolunteer.com.
College Camp, SUNY Oneonta
Susquehanna Chapter
Various trails along woodland and former farmland, some hills. Trail map can be accessed at https://www.oneonta.edu/oas/documents/TrailMap.pdf.
Hosted By: Susquehanna Chapter. Region: Central New York. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Carolyn & Jim A. Leader Email: adksusq@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 607-431-8010. Mileage: < 8 mi. Elevation Gain: < 1,000 ft. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: A.O. Fox Memorial Hospital
1 Norton Ave.
Oneonta, NY 13820, (607) 432-2000. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 1-800-NYS-RANGERS (1-800-833-697-7264).
Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:15 PM.
College Camp trails, SUNY Oneonta.
Gear Sale / Participants' Outdoors Stories / Summary of ADK Facilities / Voting
Albany Chapter
Social hour, complete with holiday goodies, and the gear sale will start at 6:30. Bring outdoors items you'd like to sell or give away or come to buy some gear. Ralph Keating will give us an overview of ADK facilities - the campground, Loj, Johns Brooks Lodge, etc. Then we're trying something new - your outdoors stories. We will come up with a format, you will need to preregister, and then you can tell us about your adventure and show pictures / slides / videos if you like. We'll also vote for officers for 2027.
Hosted By: Albany - Schenectady Chapter. Event Type: Presentation. Social. Events. Leader Phone #: 5183122199. Leader Email: rzantshep@gmail.com.
Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
West Albany Fire Station #1
113 Sand Creek Road
Albany, NY 12205.
ADK General Membership Meeting
Niagara Frontier Chapter
No General membership meeting during June, July and August. See website for program and education topic.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter. Event Type: Meetings. Leader Email: edendds@gmail.com.
Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Hwy, Buffalo, NY 14226, USA.
Walking Wednesday
Onondaga Chapter
Every Wednesday some of our members take a hike on one of the many trails in CNY. The Wednesday hikes welcome new participants. The participants decide where to go, based on weather and individual schedules. The first Wednesday of each month during spring, summer and fall is usually devoted to trail maintenance. The trails are south of Syracuse, below Rt 80 in general, the Onondaga trail, FLT, and NCT trails give us a variety to choose from. Dress for the weather (in layers). Water and food (light lunch/snack), and any necessities such as raingear are best carried in a small daypack. Walking/hiking poles might be good for balance on rocks and tree roots we encounter, traction spikes and/or snowshoes taken as needed seasonally. Our group is very flexible and we love to be out in the woods for a nice social hike. Contact the leader if weather is questionable or any other questions arise. Hope to see you on a Wednesday hike. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Central New York. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Dick Frio. Leader Email: richardfriood@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-679-0622. Mileage: 5-8 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 1000 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center, 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Wednesday, December 9, 2026.
DeWitt Wegmans Park & Ride, 6789 E. Genesee St, DeWitt, NY, 13066 (in front of Hobby Lobby), 43.03213,-76.05057.
Meeting- ADK-GVC Chapter
Genesee Valley Chapter
Join Us at our Chapter Meetings!
The public is welcome.
For more information on the specific meeting topic, please go to the following link:
https://adk-gvc.org/our-chapter/monthly-program2-2/
Second Wednesday of the Month
September – June
6:30 social. Join us!
7:30 pm GVC Chapter business
7:35 pm Presentation
Free and Open to the Public.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Event Type: Meetings. Leader Email: chair@adk-gvc.org.
Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Genesee Valley Region.
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
Mid-Hudson Chapter
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
MID-WEEK HIKES - Leaders: Ginny Fauci, 845-399-2170 (text only) and/or Lalita Malik, (845) 724-5786 (text only) offer moderately paced hikes of varying difficulty (B or C) to different areas of the Mid-Hudson Valley. The hikes are held every Thursday, weather permitting.
New visitors wanting to get on the list need to send an email here to be added: midhudsonadk@gmail.com Hikes are limited to members. If a member of another chapter, please provide your membership number and expiration date. If you are already a member of our chapter, see the information below:
To add your name to the Mid-Week hike list, go to the bottom of the weekly e-mail and update your subscription. An email will be sent out Monday or Tuesday with the MWH hike for the week. Confirmed participants will receive an email Wednesday evening with meeting time and place. Limit 12.
Hosted By: Mid-Hudson Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Snowshoeing. Trip rating: B+. B. C+. C. Leader: Ginny Fauci & Lalita Malik. Leader Email: midhudsonadk@gmail.com. Mileage: No greater than 8 round trip. Elevation Gain: No greater than 1,800. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: To be determined when the hike is posted.
Thursday, December 10, 2026.
Will be announced every Monday for that Thursday's hike to those who have signed up.
For more info visit midhudsonadk.org.
Sterling Forest Lake Loop
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
Start 9:30 AM at Sterling Forest Visitor Center Parking, 115 Old Forge Rd, Tuxedo Park, NY 10987. Easy walk around Sterling Lake featuring a historic furnace and mine. Be sure to check out the displays in the visitor's center. Catch the blue blaze trail in front of the visitor's center going west. Pass the foundation of an old church on right, then enter the woods. Cross the wooden bridge (over the old sluice for the water wheel) and the furnace is a short side trip to the left. Built in the 1700s, it was restored in the 1950s. Continue on the blue-blazed trail. Comes out on a road and follows it for a while, then enters the woods and continues around the lake, crossing an inlet on a berm. The trail then turns south and begins to climb. Follow back to the visitor's center. We will stop and have lunch on the lake beach at the far side of Sterling lake. AllTrails Link: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/sterling-lake-loop-trail
Advance registration required. Please register using the Link below.
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Matthew Blevins. Leader Email: froggom@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 551-206-3022. Mileage: 4.5. Elevation Gain: 450. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: St. Anthony Community Hospital
15 Maple Ave, Warwick
+1 845-986-2276.
Thursday, December 10, 2026, 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
115 Old Forge Rd, Tuxedo Park, NY.
For more info visit adknjr.ivolunteer.com.
Women's Hike - Highland Crossing Trail
Genesee Valley Chapter
We will hike the Highland Crossing Trail which is a great 6 mile trail crossing several different areas. Depending on the weather and the interest that day, we can choose to hike 4-6 miles. The hike could go a little longer if we choose to hike the 6 miles to the end of the trail. This is mainly a flat trail so it's easy to get in more distance and fun to see what area this trail covers. Still hiking poles and boots may be helpful if any slippery conditions exist due to the weather. Dress for the weather and bring water. 43.11397013378858, -77.60087551905056, Plan to sign the liability waiver in the parking lot. If you are not an ADK member, you are welcome to join us. If you enjoy the day, or after 2 hikes, please consider joining our organization (adk-gvc.org). Joining meet-up is not the same as membership in ADK.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Jill Nichols. Leader Email: jillbnichols@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5857388386. Mileage: 4 or 6 miles. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Strong Memorial Hospital, 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester. 14620.
Thursday, December 10, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Please park at Brighton Town Park Lodge, 777 Westfall Road. Brighton, NY 14620
43.11397013378858, -77.60087551905056.
Microspike, snowshoe, or hike Sawyer Mountain, Indian Lake
Cold River Chapter
This is an out and back 2.3 mile hike with a gradual 623 foot elevation gain. The summit is wooded but there are two lookouts on the way up and another one 100 yards beyond the summit. From these points you get long range views of the surrounding mountains. Meeting Time/Place: We will meet at the Sawyer Mountain pull off parking area on Route 28/30 between Indian Lake and Blue Mountain Lake. Contact: Shannon Andersen at theandersenson3385@yahoo.com or 914-490-9534. If cancellation is necessary, an email will be sent by 7 AM the day of the outing.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Central Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Shannon Andersen. Leader Email: theandersenson3385@yahoo.com. Leader Phone #: 914-490-9534. Mileage: 2.3. Elevation Gain: 623. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Indian Lake Health Center, 6356 State Rt 30, Indian Lake, 518-648-5707.
Thursday, December 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Indian Lake: Sawyer Mountain.
What's Up Some Saturdays?
Glens Falls-Saratoga Chapter
What's Up on Some Saturday's? Geared for those new to hiking or snowshoeing and those coming back to the outdoors! Pace will be slow to moderate with distance between 4-10 miles. Hikes will be primarily in the Lake George/ Southern Adirondack Region. Let me know if you want to be on my email list and I'll share what we are doing and where to meet. This is a dog friendly hike - all dogs must be leashed entire way.
Hosted By: Glens Falls-Saratoga Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Lake George Region. Activity Category: Hike w/ Dogs. Hiking. Snowshoeing. Trip rating: B+. Leader: Kim Brown. Leader Email: kim137@me.com. Mileage: 4-10 miles r/t. Elevation Gain: 2,000. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Glens Falls Hospital
100 Park St
Glens Falls, NY. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: Region 5.
Saturday, December 12, 2026.
Lampson Halls Hike
Laurentian Chapter
Saturday December 12th. Lampson Falls Hike. Great hike for everyone from beginners and beyond. This easy hike will begin at 10:00 a.m. and will be 2-3 miles long. Plan to have a great lunch at the falls. Level C. For more information, please contact Tom Van de Water at 315-261-1723.
Hosted By: Laurentian Chapter. Region: Other. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Tom VandeWater. Leader Email: tblaisdellcandewater@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-261-1723. Mileage: 2-3 miles round trip. Elevation Gain: NA. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Canton Potsdam Hospital. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 833-697-2643.
Saturday, December 12, 2026.
Clare NY.
potluck & meeting
Cold River Chapter
annual meeting.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Event Type: Meetings. Leader Email: nkinderteach@hotmail.com.
Saturday, December 12, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Garnet Hill Lodge.
Hike Baxter Mountain
Algonquin Chapter
Hike Baxter Mountain in Keene. Height: 2440, 2.5 miles (2-3 hours) roundtrip, Elevation Gain: 787, easy. Leader: Kimberly Smith, 518-645-0447. Call by 12/11.
Hosted By: Algonquin Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - High Peaks Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Kimberly Smith. Leader Email: adk46er12087@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5186450447. Mileage: 2.5. Elevation Gain: 787 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Elizabethtown Community Hospital
75 Park St, Elizabethtown, NY 12932. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: DEC Region 5, 518-897-1200.
Sunday, December 13, 2026, 7:00 AM – 9:45 AM.
Keene, NY.
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AT NJ #7 Wallkill River to Pochuck Boardwalk
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
The 7th of a 9-part series of shuttle hikes covering the entire Appalachian Trail in NJ - join us for one, some, or all! Arrive by 8:45 AM for a prompt 9:00 AM start at the AT parking on NJ 517 (GPS 41.235759, -74.480384). We shuttle to the Winding Waters Trail parking on Oil City Rd, hike around Liberty Loop and along Pochuck Mountain. Be prepared for your hike by bringing a personal first aid kit, enough water, and food/snacks. Please wear hiking shoes. Hiking poles are highly recommended. Severe inclement weather cancels. ATC Appalachian Trail Guide NY/NJ or TC Northern New Jersey Highlands Trails Map 152. Interested in becoming an ADK leader? Connect with any of our current leaders-we're here to support and guide you every step of the way. https://www.youtube.com/@adknynjramapo Nearest medical facility: St. Anthony Community Hospital, Warwick, NY 845-986-2276 Please review the ten essentials of hiking: https://americanhiking.org/10essentials/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Advance registration required. Please re…
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Nikki Nasr. Leader Email: nikkinasr@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 201-694-0726. Mileage: 6.7. Elevation Gain: 1300. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: St. Anthony Community Hospital
15 Maple Ave, Warwick
+1 845-986-2276.
Sunday, December 13, 2026, 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM.
41.235759,-74.480384.
For more info visit adknjr.ivolunteer.com.
Doris Duke / Mombasha High Point
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
Meet at 8:45 AM for a 9:00 AM start at the Doris Duke Trailhead on Benjamin Meadow Road, off Rt 17A. We take the Doris Duke Trail, then go to Mombasha High Point via the Allis and AT Trails. We return via the AT, Allis, and the other side of the Doris Duke Loop. This hike is moderate. Severe inclement weather cancels. TC Sterling Forest Trails Map 100.
Advance registration required. Please register using the Link below.
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Bob Zachowski. Leader Email: rzachowski@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 631-935-2217. Mileage: 6. Elevation Gain: 1100. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Good Samaritan Hospital
255 Lafayette Ave, Suffern
+1 845-368-5029.
Tuesday, December 15, 2026, 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM.
Doris Duke Trailhead.
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Neahwa Park, Oneonta
Susquehanna Chapter
Walk around Neahwa Park includes views of Festival of Lights display and historic Little Red Caboose.
Hosted By: Susquehanna Chapter. Region: Central New York. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Tom A. Leader Email: adksusq@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 607-431-8010. Mileage: < 8 mi. Elevation Gain: < 1,000 ft. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: A.O. Fox Memorial Hospital
1 Norton Ave.
Oneonta, NY 13820, (607) 432-2000. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 1-800-NYS-RANGERS (1-800-833-697-7264).
Tuesday, December 15, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Neahwa Park, Oneonta.
ADK Conservation Meeting
Niagara Frontier Chapter
Zoom meeting link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87362954541
Call Lynn Kenney (716-825-7329) to verify the meeting date or a possible venue change.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter. Event Type: Meetings. Leader Email: woodthrush3@hotmail.com.
Tuesday, December 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Walking Wednesday
Onondaga Chapter
Every Wednesday some of our members take a hike on one of the many trails in CNY. The Wednesday hikes welcome new participants. The participants decide where to go, based on weather and individual schedules. The first Wednesday of each month during spring, summer and fall is usually devoted to trail maintenance. The trails are south of Syracuse, below Rt 80 in general, the Onondaga trail, FLT, and NCT trails give us a variety to choose from. Dress for the weather (in layers). Water and food (light lunch/snack), and any necessities such as raingear are best carried in a small daypack. Walking/hiking poles might be good for balance on rocks and tree roots we encounter, traction spikes and/or snowshoes taken as needed seasonally. Our group is very flexible and we love to be out in the woods for a nice social hike. Contact the leader if weather is questionable or any other questions arise. Hope to see you on a Wednesday hike. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Central New York. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Dick Frio. Leader Email: richardfriood@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-679-0622. Mileage: 5-8 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 1000 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center, 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Wednesday, December 16, 2026.
DeWitt Wegmans Park & Ride, 6789 E. Genesee St, DeWitt, NY, 13066 (in front of Hobby Lobby), 43.03213,-76.05057.
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
Mid-Hudson Chapter
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
MID-WEEK HIKES - Leaders: Ginny Fauci, 845-399-2170 (text only) and/or Lalita Malik, (845) 724-5786 (text only) offer moderately paced hikes of varying difficulty (B or C) to different areas of the Mid-Hudson Valley. The hikes are held every Thursday, weather permitting.
New visitors wanting to get on the list need to send an email here to be added: midhudsonadk@gmail.com Hikes are limited to members. If a member of another chapter, please provide your membership number and expiration date. If you are already a member of our chapter, see the information below:
To add your name to the Mid-Week hike list, go to the bottom of the weekly e-mail and update your subscription. An email will be sent out Monday or Tuesday with the MWH hike for the week. Confirmed participants will receive an email Wednesday evening with meeting time and place. Limit 12.
Hosted By: Mid-Hudson Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Snowshoeing. Trip rating: B+. B. C+. C. Leader: Ginny Fauci & Lalita Malik. Leader Email: midhudsonadk@gmail.com. Mileage: No greater than 8 round trip. Elevation Gain: No greater than 1,800. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: To be determined when the hike is posted.
Thursday, December 17, 2026.
Will be announced every Monday for that Thursday's hike to those who have signed up.
For more info visit midhudsonadk.org.
Tom Jones / Parker Cabin / Lake Skenonto Loop
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
Start 9:30 AM at Tom Jones / Bald Rock Trailhead Parking, 1183-1175 County Rd 106, Southfields, NY 10975. This hike begins just off of County Road 106 with moderately challenging steep parts at beginning and ends with an easier middle section. There are great views from tops of both mountains and nice varied terrain in the valleys and by Lake Skenonto. The trail also passes by Tom Jones Shelter. We will stop and have lunch next to Lake Skenonto or at the top of Parker Cabin Mountain depending on timing. AllTrails Link: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/tom-jones-parker-cabin-and-lake-skenonto
Advance registration required. Please register using the Link below.
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Matthew Blevins. Leader Email: froggom@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 551-206-3022. Mileage: 5. Elevation Gain: 1000. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Good Samaritan Hospital
255 Lafayette Ave, Suffern
+1 845-368-5029.
Thursday, December 17, 2026, 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
1183-1175 County Rd 106, Southfields, NY.
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Ski into Great Camp Santanoni
Cold River Chapter
December !7: Ski into Great Camp Santanoni, Leader: Marti Townley, ADK Rating: Leader Level 2, B (advanced beginner / intermediate ski Level), Duration: 5 hours, 10 miles Limit: 15, Description: This is a traditional first ski of the year into Great Camp Santanoni on Newcomb Lake. There are a few hills to negotiate but you are on a road most of the way. Meeting time / Place: 8:30 am Black Bear in Pottersville or 9:30 at the trailhead Drive through the town of Newcomb on rt 28N if coming from the south. Look for a sign on the right for Great Camp Santanoni. Contact: Marti Townley mdksshea@aol.com 518-301-3712, Medical: Newcomb Health Center, 4 Santanoni Drive, Newcomb NY , 518-582-2991.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Central Region. Activity Category: Cross Country Skiing. Trip rating: B. Leader: Marti Townley. Leader Email: mdksshea@aol.com. Mileage: 10. Elevation Gain: 708. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Medical: Newcomb Health Center, 4 Santanoni Drive, Newcomb NY , 518-582-2991. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-408-5850.
Thursday, December 17, 2026, 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
Great Camp Santanoni, Newcomb.
Hike/campfire at Copperas Pond
North Woods Chapter
After an easy 1.7 mile hike (or snowshoe) to the lean-to on Copperas Pond we will build a fire and cook lunch in the woods overlooking the pond. Bring your own hot dogs and some small pieces of dry firewood - marshmallows will be provided.
Hosted By: North Woods Chapter. Region: Adirondacks. Activity Category: Hike w/ Dogs. Trip rating: C. Leader: Carol Edmonds. Leader Email: adknwoutings@gmail.com. Mileage: 3.4 miles round trip. Elevation Gain: 295 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Adirondack Medical Center, Saranac Lake, NY.
Friday, December 18, 2026.
Copperas Pond.
Middle Settlement Lake Snowshoe
Onondaga Chapter
We will snowshoe to Middle Settlement Lake and stop at the lean-to for lunch before turning around. Bring snowshoes and micro-spikes, dress in layers, bring food and water. This is a nice beginner snowshoe. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Adirondacks. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Bob Rosati. Leader Email: b.rosati.adk.on@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-766-7054. Mileage: 6.4 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 491 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Wynn Hospital, 111 Hospital Drive (or 440 Columbia Street), Utica, NY 13502. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Saturday, December 19, 2026.
Thruway Exit 34 Park & Ride, Canastota, NY, 43.08892, -75.74951.
Five Ponds
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
Start 9:30 AM at Skylands Manor/Botanical Gardens, parking lot "A" Ringwood State Park (GPS Coordinates: 41.127156, -74.237952). We will hike the Five Ponds Trail passing the ponds. Directions: Enter "New Jersey Botanical Garden" into Google Maps. TC Northern New Jersey Highlands Trails Map 150. Be prepared for your hike by bringing a first-aid kit, enough water, food/snacks and traction devices. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes. Hiking poles are highly recommended. Rain cancels the hike. Interested in becoming an ADK leader? Connect with any of our current leaders-we're here to support and guide you every step of the way. https://www.youtube.com/@adknynjramapo
Advance registration required. Please register using the Link below.
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Will Obecny. Leader Email: obecny@optimum.net. Leader Phone #: 603-540-3184. Mileage: 6. Elevation Gain: 800. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Good Samaritan Hospital
255 Lafayette Ave, Suffern
+1 845-368-5029.
Saturday, December 19, 2026, 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
41.127156,-74.237952.
For more info visit adknjr.ivolunteer.com.
AT NJ #8 Pochuck Boardwalk & Stairway to Heaven
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
The 8th of a 9-part series of shuttle hikes covering the entire Appalachian Trail in NJ - join us for one, some, or all! Arrive by 8:45 AM for a prompt 9:00 AM start at the AT trailhead at Warwick Turnpike (GPS 41.201502, -74.391403). We shuttle to AT parking on NJ 517, hike the Pochuck Boardwalk, then through a cow pasture, and up Wawayanda Mountain's "Stairway to Heaven" to the Pinwheel Vista. We continue another 3.8 miles, ending 1/2 mile past the Wawayanda Shelter. Be prepared for your hike by bringing a personal first aid kit, enough water, and food/snacks. Please wear hiking shoes. Hiking poles are highly recommended. Severe inclement weather cancels. ATC Appalachian Trail Guide NY/NJ or TC Northern New Jersey Highlands Trails Map 152. Interested in becoming an ADK leader? Connect with any of our current leaders-we're here to support and guide you every step of the way. https://www.youtube.com/@adknynjramapo Nearest medical facility: St. Anthony Community Hospital, Warwick, NY 845-986-2276 Please review…
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Nikki Nasr. Leader Email: nikkinasr@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 201-694-0726. Mileage: 7.5. Elevation Gain: 1750. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: St. Anthony Community Hospital
15 Maple Ave, Warwick
+1 845-986-2276.
Sunday, December 20, 2026, 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM.
41.201502,-74.391403.
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Lake Sebago - Ladentown Mountain
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
We will start @ 8:45 AM at the Sebago Boat Launch parking lot on Seven Lakes Drive for a prompt beginning. We will head east across the road on the Seven Hills Trail to the T-MI Trail and then to the Breakneck Mountain Trail. From there, we will turn right onto the S-BM Trail, passing the Third Reservoir, and continue to the T-MI Trail, where we will make a right to return via Seven Hills back to the Sebago Boat Launch. This is a moderate-to-strenuous hike. Severe inclement weather will cancel the hike. Map: New York-New Jersey Trail Conference, Southern Harriman-Bear Mountain Trails Map 118. Participants must bring lunch and/or snacks, water or other beverages, proper outerwear, layers, sturdy boots, gaiters, and hiking poles. Interested in becoming an ADK leader? Connect with any of our current leaders-we're here to support and guide you every step of the way. https://www.youtube.com/@adknynjramapo
Advance registration required. Please register using the Link below.
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Anastasia Tavarez. Leader Email: atavare@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 646-207-4136. Mileage: 9. Elevation Gain: 1600. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Good Samaritan Hospital
255 Lafayette Ave, Suffern
+1 845-368-5029.
Tuesday, December 22, 2026, 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM.
430 Seven Lakes Drive, Southfields NY.
For more info visit adknjr.ivolunteer.com.
Wilber Park, Oneonta
Susquehanna Chapter
Hike around Wilber Park's various hilly woodland trails.
Hosted By: Susquehanna Chapter. Region: Central New York. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Diane A. Leader Email: adksusq@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 607-431-8010. Mileage: < 8 mi. Elevation Gain: < 1,000 ft. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: A. O. Fox Memorial Hospital
1 Norton Ave.
Oneonta, NY 13820
607-432-2000. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 1-800-NYS-RANGERS (1-800-833-697-7264).
Tuesday, December 22, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:15 PM.
Wilber Park, Oneonta.
Woodland Walk, Jefferson
Susquehanna Chapter
Walk around Woodland Drive neighborhood and fields. Share some holiday cheer!
Hosted By: Susquehanna Chapter. Region: Central New York. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Betsy C. Leader Email: adksusq@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 607-431-8010. Mileage: < 8 mi. Elevation Gain: < 1,000 ft. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Cobleskill Regional Hospital
178 Grandview Dr.
Cobleskill, NY 12043
(518) 254-3456. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 1-800-NYS-RANGERS (1-800-833-697-7264).
Tuesday, December 22, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:15 PM.
Woodland Drive, Jefferson.
Walking Wednesday
Onondaga Chapter
Every Wednesday some of our members take a hike on one of the many trails in CNY. The Wednesday hikes welcome new participants. The participants decide where to go, based on weather and individual schedules. The first Wednesday of each month during spring, summer and fall is usually devoted to trail maintenance. The trails are south of Syracuse, below Rt 80 in general, the Onondaga trail, FLT, and NCT trails give us a variety to choose from. Dress for the weather (in layers). Water and food (light lunch/snack), and any necessities such as raingear are best carried in a small daypack. Walking/hiking poles might be good for balance on rocks and tree roots we encounter, traction spikes and/or snowshoes taken as needed seasonally. Our group is very flexible and we love to be out in the woods for a nice social hike. Contact the leader if weather is questionable or any other questions arise. Hope to see you on a Wednesday hike. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Central New York. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Dick Frio. Leader Email: richardfriood@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-679-0622. Mileage: 5-8 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 1000 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center, 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Wednesday, December 23, 2026.
DeWitt Wegmans Park & Ride, 6789 E. Genesee St, DeWitt, NY, 13066 (in front of Hobby Lobby), 43.03213,-76.05057.
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
Mid-Hudson Chapter
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
MID-WEEK HIKES - Leaders: Ginny Fauci, 845-399-2170 (text only) and/or Lalita Malik, (845) 724-5786 (text only) offer moderately paced hikes of varying difficulty (B or C) to different areas of the Mid-Hudson Valley. The hikes are held every Thursday, weather permitting.
New visitors wanting to get on the list need to send an email here to be added: midhudsonadk@gmail.com Hikes are limited to members. If a member of another chapter, please provide your membership number and expiration date. If you are already a member of our chapter, see the information below:
To add your name to the Mid-Week hike list, go to the bottom of the weekly e-mail and update your subscription. An email will be sent out Monday or Tuesday with the MWH hike for the week. Confirmed participants will receive an email Wednesday evening with meeting time and place. Limit 12.
Hosted By: Mid-Hudson Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Snowshoeing. Trip rating: B+. B. C+. C. Leader: Ginny Fauci & Lalita Malik. Leader Email: midhudsonadk@gmail.com. Mileage: No greater than 8 round trip. Elevation Gain: No greater than 1,800. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: To be determined when the hike is posted.
Thursday, December 24, 2026.
Will be announced every Monday for that Thursday's hike to those who have signed up.
For more info visit midhudsonadk.org.
Panther Mountain to Pine Meadow Lake Loop
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
Starting at 8:45 AM. Meeting Location: Search "Tuxedo-Mt. Ivy Trailhead" in Google Maps, or enter the following GPS coordinates: 41.185170, -74.074862. The Tuxedo-Mt. Ivy (T-MI) Trailhead is located on Diltz Road, just beyond the electrical substation. The parking area is set back from the road behind the substation, so watch carefully for the trailhead and parking entrance. Hike Route: Tuxedo-Mountain Ivy Trail (Red), left on Suffern-Bear Mountain Trail (Yellow), right on Conklins Crossing Trail (White), right on Pine Meadow Trail (Red), left on Suffern-Bear Mountain Trail (Yellow), right on Tuxedo-Mountain Ivy Trail (Red). Please bring: Lunch, 2-3 liters of water, Electrolytes, High-energy snacks, Hiking boots (required), Trekking poles (highly recommended), Weather-appropriate layered clothing, Rain jacket, Hat and sunglasses, Sunscreen, Insect repellent or a head net, Personal first-aid kit. Severe inclement weather cancels. Interested in becoming an ADK leader? Connect with any of our current leaders-we'…
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Anastasia Tavarez. Leader Email: atavare@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 646-207-4136. Mileage: 9. Elevation Gain: 2000. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Good Samaritan Hospital
255 Lafayette Ave, Suffern
+1 845-368-5029.
Thursday, December 24, 2026, 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM.
41.185170,-74.074862.
For more info visit adknjr.ivolunteer.com.
Campgaw Mountain County Park
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
Meet at 9:30 AM at the big parking lot off Park Drive in Campgaw Mountain Park. The parking lot is along Fyke Rd about 1 mile from the park entrance on the left side. Hike will follow the Old Cedar Trail loop up and around the ski lift passing through wooded areas with great views at the top. This is a loop hike ending back at the same parking lot. Hikers must wear hiking shoes and hiking poles are recommended. Bring snacks and water. Rain or snow cancels hike. TC Northern New Jersey Highlands Trails Map 150
Advance registration required. Please register using the Link below.
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Peter Reiner. Leader Email: psr7777@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 845-323-7697. Mileage: 3.2. Elevation Gain: 430.
Saturday, December 26, 2026, 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit adknjr.ivolunteer.com.
AT NJ #9 Wawayanda to State Line
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
The 9th of a 9-part series of shuttle hikes covering the entire Appalachian Trail in NJ - join us for one, some, or all! Arrive by 8:45 AM for a prompt 9:00 AM start at the State Line trailhead parking on Lakeside Rd (GPS 41.185776059, -74.331419382). We shuttle to the AT trailhead at Warwick Turnpike and hike Wawayanda in NJ to the state line before returning to the State Line trailhead parking. Be prepared for your hike by bringing a personal first aid kit, enough water, and food/snacks. Please wear hiking shoes. Hiking poles are highly recommended. Severe inclement weather cancels. ATC Appalachian Trail Guide NY/NJ or TC Northern NJ Highlands Trail Map 152 + TC Sterling Forest Trails Map 100. Interested in becoming an ADK leader? Connect with any of our current leaders-we're here to support and guide you every step of the way. https://www.youtube.com/@adknynjramapo Nearest medical facility: St. Anthony Community Hospital, Warwick, NY 845-986-2276 Please review the ten essentials of hiking: https://american…
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Nikki Nasr. Leader Email: nikkinasr@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 201-694-0726. Mileage: 5. Elevation Gain: 750. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: St. Anthony Community Hospital
15 Maple Ave, Warwick
+1 845-986-2276.
Sunday, December 27, 2026, 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM.
41.185776059,-74.331419382.
For more info visit adknjr.ivolunteer.com.
Kakiat to Pine Meadow Lake
North Jersey Ramapo Chapter
The hike will begin promptly at 8:45 AM at Kakiat Park, located off Rt 202 in Montebello, NY (GPS: 41.14579, -74.112855). Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to gear up and put on snowshoes. From the trailhead, we will head north on the Kakiat Trail (white blaze), then turn right onto Torne Valley Road and follow it to Pine Meadow Lake, where we will stop for lunch. Afterward, we will retrace our steps along Torne Valley Road and return to the parking lot via the Kakiat Trail. This is a strenuous hike. Severe inclement weather will cancel the hike. Map: New York-New Jersey Trail Conference, Southern Harriman-Bear Mountain Trails Map 118. Participants should bring lunch and snacks, plenty of water or warm drinks, proper outerwear, layers, sturdy boots, gaiters, and hiking poles. Interested in becoming an ADK leader? Connect with any of our current leaders-we're here to support and guide you every step of the way. https://www.youtube.com/@adknynjramapo
Advance registration required. Please register using th…
Hosted By: North Jersey Ramapo Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Anastasia Tavarez. Leader Email: atavare@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 646-207-4136. Mileage: 7.6. Elevation Gain: 1500. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Good Samaritan Hospital
255 Lafayette Ave, Suffern
+1 845-368-5029.
Tuesday, December 29, 2026, 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM.
41.14579,-74.112855.
For more info visit adknjr.ivolunteer.com.
Walking Wednesday
Onondaga Chapter
Every Wednesday some of our members take a hike on one of the many trails in CNY. The Wednesday hikes welcome new participants. The participants decide where to go, based on weather and individual schedules. The first Wednesday of each month during spring, summer and fall is usually devoted to trail maintenance. The trails are south of Syracuse, below Rt 80 in general, the Onondaga trail, FLT, and NCT trails give us a variety to choose from. Dress for the weather (in layers). Water and food (light lunch/snack), and any necessities such as raingear are best carried in a small daypack. Walking/hiking poles might be good for balance on rocks and tree roots we encounter, traction spikes and/or snowshoes taken as needed seasonally. Our group is very flexible and we love to be out in the woods for a nice social hike. Contact the leader if weather is questionable or any other questions arise. Hope to see you on a Wednesday hike. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Central New York. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Dick Frio. Leader Email: richardfriood@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-679-0622. Mileage: 5-8 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 1000 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center, 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Wednesday, December 30, 2026.
DeWitt Wegmans Park & Ride, 6789 E. Genesee St, DeWitt, NY, 13066 (in front of Hobby Lobby), 43.03213,-76.05057.
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
Mid-Hudson Chapter
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
MID-WEEK HIKES - Leaders: Ginny Fauci, 845-399-2170 (text only) and/or Lalita Malik, (845) 724-5786 (text only) offer moderately paced hikes of varying difficulty (B or C) to different areas of the Mid-Hudson Valley. The hikes are held every Thursday, weather permitting.
New visitors wanting to get on the list need to send an email here to be added: midhudsonadk@gmail.com Hikes are limited to members. If a member of another chapter, please provide your membership number and expiration date. If you are already a member of our chapter, see the information below:
To add your name to the Mid-Week hike list, go to the bottom of the weekly e-mail and update your subscription. An email will be sent out Monday or Tuesday with the MWH hike for the week. Confirmed participants will receive an email Wednesday evening with meeting time and place. Limit 12.
Hosted By: Mid-Hudson Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Snowshoeing. Trip rating: B+. B. C+. C. Leader: Ginny Fauci & Lalita Malik. Leader Email: midhudsonadk@gmail.com. Mileage: No greater than 8 round trip. Elevation Gain: No greater than 1,800. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: To be determined when the hike is posted.
Thursday, December 31, 2026.
Will be announced every Monday for that Thursday's hike to those who have signed up.
For more info visit midhudsonadk.org.
Mt. Van Hoevenberg X – C Ski, Lake Placid
Cold River Chapter
Thursday, December 31: Mt. Van Hoevenberg X – C Ski, Lake Placid
**If there is no snow, this outing will be replaced with a moderately rated hike.
Leader: Lynn Butterworth, ADK Rating: Leader Level 1, C (Easy) Skiing for all abilities! Duration 3 - 5 hours Limit: 15, Description: LET IT SNOW! LET IT SNOW! LET IT SNOW! The Mt Van Hoevenberg
Olympic Ski Center boasts 55+ kilometers of beautiful, groomed trails, offering easy to
expert skiing conditions. We will break into groups based on ability. If you are brand
new to skiing, Mt. Van Ho offers rental equipment with a lesson for $65. We can all
meet for a lunch break in the lodge at noon before heading back out for an afternoon of
more skiing. Bring your own lunch, or you can purchase lunch at the lodge. A one-day
adult ski pass is $32, ages 65 – 69 $28, or ages 70+ $24.
Meeting Time / Place: 10:00 AM at Mt Van Hoevenberg ski center, upstairs
31 Van Hoevenberg Way, Lake Placid, NY 12946
Contact: Lynn at rendiandbutter@gmail.com or 518. 240. 6162
If…
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - High Peaks Region. Activity Category: Cross Country Skiing. Trip rating: B. Leader: Lynn Butterworth. Leader Email: rendiandbutter@gmail.com. Mileage: Mixed Trails. Elevation Gain: Mixed Trails. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Medical: Lake Placid Health Center, 203 Old Military Rd. Lake Placid 12946
518. 523. 1717. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-408-5850.
Thursday, December 31, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Van Hoevenberg Ski Center.
Baltimore Woods Nature Center (amble or snowshoe)
Onondaga Chapter
We’ll pick a few loops in the park to hike or snowshoe and listen to the sounds of nature.
Afterwards, we'll warm up inside, look at the center's offerings and/or relax and mingle. Bring something to drink in and a snack. Please dress for weather conditions and bring appropriate footwear/snowshoes. Our walk-n-talk group hikes every Monday. Find out about other Monday walks from the Sigi or Theresa. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Central New York. Trip rating: C. Leader: Theresa J. Evans. Leader Email: tj_evans@verizon.net. Leader Phone #: 315-414-0431. Mileage: 3 - 4 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: Under 500 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center, 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Monday, January 4, 2027.
42.9649232,-76.3471813; Parking lot on 4007 Bishop Hill Rd. Marcellus, NY.
Walking Wednesday
Onondaga Chapter
Every Wednesday some of our members take a hike on one of the many trails in CNY. The Wednesday hikes welcome new participants. The participants decide where to go, based on weather and individual schedules. The first Wednesday of each month during spring, summer and fall is usually devoted to trail maintenance. The trails are south of Syracuse, below Rt 80 in general, the Onondaga trail, FLT, and NCT trails give us a variety to choose from. Dress for the weather (in layers). Water and food (light lunch/snack), and any necessities such as raingear are best carried in a small daypack. Walking/hiking poles might be good for balance on rocks and tree roots we encounter, traction spikes and/or snowshoes taken as needed seasonally. Our group is very flexible and we love to be out in the woods for a nice social hike. Contact the leader if weather is questionable or any other questions arise. Hope to see you on a Wednesday hike. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Central New York. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Dick Frio. Leader Email: richardfriood@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-679-0622. Mileage: 5-8 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 1000 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center, 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Wednesday, January 6, 2027.
DeWitt Wegmans Park & Ride, 6789 E. Genesee St, DeWitt, NY, 13066 (in front of Hobby Lobby), 43.03213,-76.05057.
GVC Executive Committee Meeting
Genesee Valley Chapter
The Executive Committee of the Genesee Valley Chapter of ADK meets virtually via Zoom. All members of ADK are welcome. Contact Sarah Mastro for the login credentials: expochair@adk-gvc.org.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Event Type: Meetings.
Wednesday, January 6, 2027, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
Mid-Hudson Chapter
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
MID-WEEK HIKES - Leaders: Ginny Fauci, 845-399-2170 (text only) and/or Lalita Malik, (845) 724-5786 (text only) offer moderately paced hikes of varying difficulty (B or C) to different areas of the Mid-Hudson Valley. The hikes are held every Thursday, weather permitting.
New visitors wanting to get on the list need to send an email here to be added: midhudsonadk@gmail.com Hikes are limited to members. If a member of another chapter, please provide your membership number and expiration date. If you are already a member of our chapter, see the information below:
To add your name to the Mid-Week hike list, go to the bottom of the weekly e-mail and update your subscription. An email will be sent out Monday or Tuesday with the MWH hike for the week. Confirmed participants will receive an email Wednesday evening with meeting time and place. Limit 12.
Hosted By: Mid-Hudson Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Snowshoeing. Trip rating: B+. B. C+. C. Leader: Ginny Fauci & Lalita Malik. Leader Email: midhudsonadk@gmail.com. Mileage: No greater than 8 round trip. Elevation Gain: No greater than 1,800. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: To be determined when the hike is posted.
Thursday, January 7, 2027.
Will be announced every Monday for that Thursday's hike to those who have signed up.
For more info visit midhudsonadk.org.
Stoney Pond Snowshoe
Onondaga Chapter
An old favorite of Mary Coffin’s, let’s snowshoe to the lean-to overlooking the farm lands of Madison County in this “close to home” state forest. If there is a lack of snow, we will hike. Bring lunch. Rain cancels, if in doubt, call the leader to confirm. We will plan to stop at the Blue Canoe for lunch on the way home. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Central New York. Trip rating: C. Leader: Sandy Manca. Leader Email: smank777@aol.com. Leader Phone #: 315-807-9442. Mileage: 5 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 561 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center, 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Saturday, January 9, 2027.
42.92455, -75.87023, Cazenovia Lake Parking Lot (near jct Rt 20 & Rt 92).
Hike Benny's Trail
Algonquin Chapter
Hike Bennys Trail in Chesterfield. Elevation Gain: 469, easy, 4.6 miles lollipop type trail located in Eagle Mtn. Preserve on Trout Pond Rd. Trail leads to Clear Pond, a pristine and remote body of water with lots fo beaver activity. Bring microspikes, lunch/snacks. Leader: Kimberly Smith, 518-645-0447. Call by 1/8.
Hosted By: Algonquin Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - High Peaks Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Kimberly Smith. Leader Email: adk46er12087@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5186450447. Mileage: 4.6. Elevation Gain: 469 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Elizabethtown Community Hospital
75 Park St, Elizabethtown, NY 12932. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: DEC Region 5, 518-897-1200.
Sunday, January 10, 2027, 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Chesterfield, NY.
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Katie Rhodes on Hiking
Albany Chapter
Hosted By: Albany - Schenectady Chapter. Event Type: Presentation. Social. Leader Phone #: 5183122199. Leader Email: rzantshep@gmail.com.
Tuesday, January 12, 2027, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
West Albany Fire Station #1
113 Sand Creek Road
Albany, NY 12205.
ADK General Membership Meeting
Niagara Frontier Chapter
No General membership meeting during June, July and August. See website for program and education topic.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter. Event Type: Meetings. Leader Email: edendds@gmail.com.
Tuesday, January 12, 2027, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Hwy, Buffalo, NY 14226, USA.
Walking Wednesday
Onondaga Chapter
Every Wednesday some of our members take a hike on one of the many trails in CNY. The Wednesday hikes welcome new participants. The participants decide where to go, based on weather and individual schedules. The first Wednesday of each month during spring, summer and fall is usually devoted to trail maintenance. The trails are south of Syracuse, below Rt 80 in general, the Onondaga trail, FLT, and NCT trails give us a variety to choose from. Dress for the weather (in layers). Water and food (light lunch/snack), and any necessities such as raingear are best carried in a small daypack. Walking/hiking poles might be good for balance on rocks and tree roots we encounter, traction spikes and/or snowshoes taken as needed seasonally. Our group is very flexible and we love to be out in the woods for a nice social hike. Contact the leader if weather is questionable or any other questions arise. Hope to see you on a Wednesday hike. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Central New York. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Dick Frio. Leader Email: richardfriood@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-679-0622. Mileage: 5-8 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 1000 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center, 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Wednesday, January 13, 2027.
DeWitt Wegmans Park & Ride, 6789 E. Genesee St, DeWitt, NY, 13066 (in front of Hobby Lobby), 43.03213,-76.05057.
Meeting- ADK-GVC Chapter
Genesee Valley Chapter
Join Us at our Chapter Meetings!
The public is welcome.
For more information on the specific meeting topic, please go to the following link:
https://adk-gvc.org/our-chapter/monthly-program2-2/
Second Wednesday of the Month
September – June
6:30 social. Join us!
7:30 pm GVC Chapter business
7:35 pm Presentation
Free and Open to the Public.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Event Type: Meetings. Leader Email: chair@adk-gvc.org.
Wednesday, January 13, 2027, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Genesee Valley Region.
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
Mid-Hudson Chapter
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
MID-WEEK HIKES - Leaders: Ginny Fauci, 845-399-2170 (text only) and/or Lalita Malik, (845) 724-5786 (text only) offer moderately paced hikes of varying difficulty (B or C) to different areas of the Mid-Hudson Valley. The hikes are held every Thursday, weather permitting.
New visitors wanting to get on the list need to send an email here to be added: midhudsonadk@gmail.com Hikes are limited to members. If a member of another chapter, please provide your membership number and expiration date. If you are already a member of our chapter, see the information below:
To add your name to the Mid-Week hike list, go to the bottom of the weekly e-mail and update your subscription. An email will be sent out Monday or Tuesday with the MWH hike for the week. Confirmed participants will receive an email Wednesday evening with meeting time and place. Limit 12.
Hosted By: Mid-Hudson Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Snowshoeing. Trip rating: B+. B. C+. C. Leader: Ginny Fauci & Lalita Malik. Leader Email: midhudsonadk@gmail.com. Mileage: No greater than 8 round trip. Elevation Gain: No greater than 1,800. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: To be determined when the hike is posted.
Thursday, January 14, 2027.
Will be announced every Monday for that Thursday's hike to those who have signed up.
For more info visit midhudsonadk.org.
MLK Jr Weekend XC Skiing on the Tug Hill, NY
Mid-Hudson Chapter
It's the annual "Go With The Snow" ski outing over the Martin Luther King Jr Birthday weekend. We'll stay in a comfortable motel or shared house near numerous cross country skiing destinations in north-central NY State's Tug Hill and southwestern Adirondack regions.
We'll be skiing on groomed and track-set snow at Nordic centers within an hour's drive from where we'll be staying. Trail fees will be about $20 to $25 per person, per day, but a couple of community XC ski centers are free of charge (grooming and all). This will be a joint outing with the AMC NY-NoJ Chapter Ski Committee.
Participants should bring their own pre-prepared food to heat and eat, especially if we stay in a house-share. If the group stays in a motel, there will be the option to eat at a nearby restaurant. The accommodations will be determined depending on the size of the group.
There is no public transportation to this area. Participants will need to drive or arrange for their own transportation.
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Hosted By: Mid-Hudson Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Southwest Region. Activity Category: Cross Country Skiing. Trip rating: C+. B+. A. Leader: Ron Gonzalez. Leader Email: iamrongon@duck.com. Leader Phone #: 6107393109. Mileage: N/A. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center - Syracuse, NY. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: N/A.
Friday, January 15, 2027 – Monday, January 18, 2027.
Tug Hill Plateau/Western Adirondack Park.
Cascade Lake Loop Snowshoe
Onondaga Chapter
We'll carpool and head up to the Old Forge area. About halfway on this loop trail, we'll break for lunch and checkout the nearby Cascade Falls which will hopefully be running. On the north side of the lake, we’ll be walking through the former Lake Cascade Camp, and we may see some concrete remnants. Hopefully, we’ll have good snowshoe conditions! Dress in layers for winter conditions, bring snowshoes and micro-spikes and lunch and water. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Adirondacks. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Bob Rosati. Leader Email: b.rosati.adk.on@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-766-7054. Mileage: 6 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 193 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Wynn Hospital, 111 Hospital Drive (or 440 Columbia Street), Utica, NY 13502. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Saturday, January 16, 2027.
Thruway Exit 34 Park & Ride, Canastota, NY, 43.08892, -75.74951.
ADK Conservation Meeting
Niagara Frontier Chapter
Zoom meeting link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87362954541
Call Lynn Kenney (716-825-7329) to verify the meeting date or a possible venue change.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter. Event Type: Meetings. Leader Email: woodthrush3@hotmail.com.
Tuesday, January 19, 2027, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Walking Wednesday
Onondaga Chapter
Every Wednesday some of our members take a hike on one of the many trails in CNY. The Wednesday hikes welcome new participants. The participants decide where to go, based on weather and individual schedules. The first Wednesday of each month during spring, summer and fall is usually devoted to trail maintenance. The trails are south of Syracuse, below Rt 80 in general, the Onondaga trail, FLT, and NCT trails give us a variety to choose from. Dress for the weather (in layers). Water and food (light lunch/snack), and any necessities such as raingear are best carried in a small daypack. Walking/hiking poles might be good for balance on rocks and tree roots we encounter, traction spikes and/or snowshoes taken as needed seasonally. Our group is very flexible and we love to be out in the woods for a nice social hike. Contact the leader if weather is questionable or any other questions arise. Hope to see you on a Wednesday hike. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Central New York. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Dick Frio. Leader Email: richardfriood@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-679-0622. Mileage: 5-8 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 1000 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center, 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Wednesday, January 20, 2027.
DeWitt Wegmans Park & Ride, 6789 E. Genesee St, DeWitt, NY, 13066 (in front of Hobby Lobby), 43.03213,-76.05057.
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
Mid-Hudson Chapter
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
MID-WEEK HIKES - Leaders: Ginny Fauci, 845-399-2170 (text only) and/or Lalita Malik, (845) 724-5786 (text only) offer moderately paced hikes of varying difficulty (B or C) to different areas of the Mid-Hudson Valley. The hikes are held every Thursday, weather permitting.
New visitors wanting to get on the list need to send an email here to be added: midhudsonadk@gmail.com Hikes are limited to members. If a member of another chapter, please provide your membership number and expiration date. If you are already a member of our chapter, see the information below:
To add your name to the Mid-Week hike list, go to the bottom of the weekly e-mail and update your subscription. An email will be sent out Monday or Tuesday with the MWH hike for the week. Confirmed participants will receive an email Wednesday evening with meeting time and place. Limit 12.
Hosted By: Mid-Hudson Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Snowshoeing. Trip rating: B+. B. C+. C. Leader: Ginny Fauci & Lalita Malik. Leader Email: midhudsonadk@gmail.com. Mileage: No greater than 8 round trip. Elevation Gain: No greater than 1,800. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: To be determined when the hike is posted.
Thursday, January 21, 2027.
Will be announced every Monday for that Thursday's hike to those who have signed up.
For more info visit midhudsonadk.org.
Blue Mountain Fire Tower Snowshoe
Onondaga Chapter
This is a great winter snowshoe. It’s a popular trail so it is often broken out. The trailhead is on Route 30/28N just past the Adirondack Experience Museum. The trail heads east and is gradual & moderate for the first mile. The second mile is steeper on rock face and can be icy. There is a fire tower with good views at the 3752 foot summit. Mountaineering style snowshoes recommended. Micro spikes or crampons required. Dress in layers. Be prepared for the summit. It can be cold and windy. Bring food wand water. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Adirondacks. Trip rating: B+. Leader: Bob Rosati. Leader Email: b.rosati.adk.on@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-766-7054. Mileage: 4.2 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 1555 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Wynn Hospital, 111 Hospital Drive (or 440 Columbia Street), Utica, NY 13502. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Saturday, January 23, 2027.
Thruway Exit 34 Park & Ride, Canastota, NY, 43.08892, -75.74951.
Snowshoe to Avalanche Lake
Algonquin Chapter
Snowshoe to Avalanche Lake between Mt. Colden & Algonquin. 9 miles (6-7 hours) round trip, Elevation Gain: 1335, Moderate. Parking fee at Adk Loj. Bring microspikes, snowshoes and lunch. Microspikes ($15)/snowshoes ($25) can be rented at the ADK Loj. Parking Fee before 1pm: $25/members $10. Leader: Kimberly Smith, 518-645-0447. Call by 1/22.
Hosted By: Algonquin Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - High Peaks Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B+. Leader: Kimberly Smith. Leader Email: adk46er12087@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5186450447. Mileage: 9. Elevation Gain: 1335 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Lake Placid Health Center
203 Old Military Rd, Lake Placid, NY 12946. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: DEC Region 5, 518-897-1200.
Sunday, January 24, 2027, 7:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
Lake Placid, NY.
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Walking Wednesday
Onondaga Chapter
Every Wednesday some of our members take a hike on one of the many trails in CNY. The Wednesday hikes welcome new participants. The participants decide where to go, based on weather and individual schedules. The first Wednesday of each month during spring, summer and fall is usually devoted to trail maintenance. The trails are south of Syracuse, below Rt 80 in general, the Onondaga trail, FLT, and NCT trails give us a variety to choose from. Dress for the weather (in layers). Water and food (light lunch/snack), and any necessities such as raingear are best carried in a small daypack. Walking/hiking poles might be good for balance on rocks and tree roots we encounter, traction spikes and/or snowshoes taken as needed seasonally. Our group is very flexible and we love to be out in the woods for a nice social hike. Contact the leader if weather is questionable or any other questions arise. Hope to see you on a Wednesday hike. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Central New York. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Dick Frio. Leader Email: richardfriood@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-679-0622. Mileage: 5-8 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 1000 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center, 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Wednesday, January 27, 2027.
DeWitt Wegmans Park & Ride, 6789 E. Genesee St, DeWitt, NY, 13066 (in front of Hobby Lobby), 43.03213,-76.05057.
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
Mid-Hudson Chapter
MWH - Weekly Hike Series Every Thursday - Sign up for notifications
MID-WEEK HIKES - Leaders: Ginny Fauci, 845-399-2170 (text only) and/or Lalita Malik, (845) 724-5786 (text only) offer moderately paced hikes of varying difficulty (B or C) to different areas of the Mid-Hudson Valley. The hikes are held every Thursday, weather permitting.
New visitors wanting to get on the list need to send an email here to be added: midhudsonadk@gmail.com Hikes are limited to members. If a member of another chapter, please provide your membership number and expiration date. If you are already a member of our chapter, see the information below:
To add your name to the Mid-Week hike list, go to the bottom of the weekly e-mail and update your subscription. An email will be sent out Monday or Tuesday with the MWH hike for the week. Confirmed participants will receive an email Wednesday evening with meeting time and place. Limit 12.
Hosted By: Mid-Hudson Chapter. Region: Mid-Hudson Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Snowshoeing. Trip rating: B+. B. C+. C. Leader: Ginny Fauci & Lalita Malik. Leader Email: midhudsonadk@gmail.com. Mileage: No greater than 8 round trip. Elevation Gain: No greater than 1,800. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: To be determined when the hike is posted.
Thursday, January 28, 2027.
Will be announced every Monday for that Thursday's hike to those who have signed up.
For more info visit midhudsonadk.org.
Great Bear Recreation Area
Onondaga Chapter
Join us as we snowshoe on these popular trails near Phoenix and Fulton to start the new year off on a healthy path. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Central New York. Trip rating: C. Leader: Mary Niemi. Leader Email: m.niemi.adk.on@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-751-7492. Mileage: 5 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: under 500 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center, 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Saturday, January 30, 2027.
43.2658899,-76.3545379; Great Bear Rec. Parking- Rt. 57 and Hawthorne Rd. Phoenix, NY.
Green Lakes Park (amble or snowshoe)
Onondaga Chapter
We'll pick a loop going up-n-down around the lake(s) according to weather and trail conditions. Please bring water, snack, and appropriate footwear. Monday's walk-n-talk group hikes every Monday in decent weather. Please contact leaders for more info and to join the e-list. Must contact leader to confirm meeting time and location.
Hosted By: Onondaga Chapter. Region: Central New York. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Theresa J. Evans. Leader Email: tj_evans@verizon.net. Leader Phone #: 315-414-0431. Mileage: 4 miles R/T. Elevation Gain: 200 to 1000 feet dependent on trail. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Upstate Medical Center, 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: For emergencies involving a lost or injured hiker in New York State, call 911 immediately for the fastest response. To reach a Forest Ranger directly, call 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Monday, February 1, 2027.
Green Lakes State Park, 7900 Green Lakes Rd, Fayetteville, NY 13066, west beach parking lot by bathrooms.