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Upcoming Events

When going to an event, please do not leave anything in your car of value. 

Let’s be careful out there.

-Priscilla P.

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For an explanation of our Hike Difficulty and Pace Rating or
to learn more about other types of events that we offer, please see our
Adventures Page

Events:

New events will be added to the AFW website periodically.

 

Generally, event registration will open 2-3 weeks prior to the event (and close around 2 pm the day prior). Registration for City Paths and Backpacks are open immediately.

Looking forward to see you on the trails! 

AFW Hike: Tallman Mt State Park, NY on Saturday 5/4/2024

AFW Hike: Tallman Mt State Park, NY on Saturday 5/4/2024

3.75-mile loop. Views of Piermont marsh and Hudson River
Difficulty/Pace: Easy-Moderate/Leisurely
Hike Coordinator: Amy

AFW Hike: Pyramid Mt, Montville, NJ on Sunday 5/5/2024

AFW Hike: Pyramid Mt, Montville, NJ on Sunday 5/5/2024

Various trails for a total of 4-5 miles
Difficulty/Pace: Moderate/Moderate
Hike Coordinator: Dagi

AFW Hike: Harriman State Park, NY on Wednesday, 5/8/2024

AFW Hike: Harriman State Park, NY on Wednesday, 5/8/2024

5 miles to Pine Meadow Lake and back
Difficulty/Pace: Moderate/Moderate
Hike Coordinator: Dagi

AFW Hike: West Mt, Harriman State Park, NY on Saturday 5/11/2024

AFW Hike: West Mt, Harriman State Park, NY on Saturday 5/11/2024

5-6 miles. Hills and rock scrambles
Difficulty/Pace: Moderate-Strenuous/Moderate
Hike Coordinator: Jackie

AFW Hike-AT hiking on Sunday 5/12/2024

AFW Hike-AT hiking  on Sunday 5/12/2024

Shuttle from Gemmer Road to NJ 23
Difficulty/Pace: Moderate/Moderate
Hike Coordinator: Kay

AFW Hike: Terrace Pond, Wawayanda State Park, NJ on Saturday 5/18/2024

AFW Hike: Terrace Pond, Wawayanda State Park, NJ on Saturday 5/18/2024

Interesting 6-mi loop with big rocks, a ladder, bridge with a story and nice views
Difficulty/Pace: Moderate-Strenuous/Moderate
Hike Coordinator: Amy

AFW Bike: Heritage Bike Trail, NY on Sunday 5/19/2024

AFW Bike:  Heritage Bike Trail, NY on Sunday 5/19/2024

8-16 miles. Easy pace, flat terrain, rail trail biking.
Difficulty/Pace: Easy/Moderate
Event Coordinator: Kay

AFW Hike: Tourne County Park, NJ on Wednesday 5/22/2024

AFW Hike: Tourne County Park, NJ on Wednesday 5/22/2024

3-5 miles. "Learning to become a Citizen Scientist."
Difficulty/Pace: Easy-Moderate/Leisurely
Hike Coordinator: Lois/Dagi

AFW Hike: Teatown Reservation, Ossining, NY on Sunday 5/26/2024

AFW Hike: Teatown Reservation, Ossining, NY on Sunday 5/26/2024

3.5 miles around Teatown Reservation and access to Wildflower Island on an "Open Gate" day.
Difficulty/Pace: Easy/Leisurely
Hike Coordinator: Amy

AFW Hike: Kittatinny Valley State Park, Andover, NJ on Sunday 5/26/2024

AFW Hike: Kittatinny Valley State Park, Andover, NJ on Sunday 5/26/2024

~5-mi loop with rocks, roots, small knolls and past lake. Lunch at airport. Good transition for those ready to challenge themselves.
Difficulty/Pace: Easy-Moderate/Leisurely-Moderate
Hike Coordinator: Nancy

AFW Hike: Bellvale Mtn, NY on Monday 5/27/2024

AFW Hike: Bellvale Mtn, NY on Monday 5/27/2024

6.5-mile AT shuttle hike from NJ State Line north to Bellvale, NY. Views. Ice cream for those who can tolerate the wait line.
Difficulty/Pace: Moderate-Strenuous/Moderate
Hike Coordinator: Amy

AFW City Path: Manitoga - Russell Wright's House, Studio and Woodland Garden on Saturday 6/1/2024

AFW City Path: Manitoga - Russell Wright's House, Studio and Woodland Garden  on Saturday 6/1/2024

Experience Dragon Rock, Wright's experimental home he built onto a rock ledge masterfully orchestrating the surrounding landscapes into a series of outdoor rooms of varying character and delight.
Difficulty/Pace: *Moderate* / Leisurely
Event Coordinator: Kay
Register with full payment by 5/1/24.

AFW Hike: Watchung Reservation, NJ on Sunday 6/2/2024

AFW Hike: Watchung Reservation, NJ on Sunday 6/2/2024

6-mile loop, some ups and downs, swampy
Difficulty/Pace: Moderate/Leisurely
Hike Coordinator: Christine

AFW City Path: Lakota Wolf Preserve, PA on Friday 6/7/2024, rain or shine

AFW City Path:  Lakota Wolf Preserve, PA on Friday 6/7/2024, rain or shine

Visit Lakota Wolf Preserve, followed by lunch at The Gem and Keystone Brew Pub, 529 River Road, Shawnee on Delaware, PA
Difficulty/Pace: Easy/Leisurely
Event Coordinator: Mickey
Ticket Cost: $35 Member /$40 Non-member. Lunch cost is additional.
More details in event description.

AFW Backpack: Black Rock Shelter, Harriman State Park, NY on Sat 6/8 - Sun 6/9/2024

AFW Backpack: Black Rock Shelter, Harriman State Park, NY on Sat 6/8 - Sun 6/9/2024

Good for beginners and above. Hike ~2 miles to Shelter, set up camp, and day hike in the (with empty packs) both days.
Meet: TBD
Route TBD
Event coordinator: Jackie

Are you interested in trying backpacking? If so, you found the right place!

Cost: $20 AFW Members ($30 for non-members)

AFW Hike: Long Path Hiking, NY on Sunday 6/9/2024

AFW Hike: Long Path Hiking, NY on Sunday 6/9/2024

3-mile hike. Part of this is on Rt 9W
Difficulty/Pace: Easy/Moderate
Hike Coordinator: Kay

AFW Volunteer and Hike: NYNJ Trail Conference/Ramapo Reservation on Tuesday 6/11/2024

AFW Volunteer and Hike: NYNJ Trail Conference/Ramapo Reservation on Tuesday 6/11/2024

Volunteer at Trail Conference and hike at Ramapo Reservation
Difficulty/Pace: Moderate/Easy-Moderate
Hike Coordinator: Mickey

AFW Hike: Horseshoe Lake, NJ on Saturday 6/15/2024

AFW Hike: Horseshoe Lake, NJ on Saturday 6/15/2024

5-mile flat trail on West Morris Greenway - Rail/Trail
Difficulty/Pace: Easy/Leisurely
Hike Coordinator: Christine

AFW Hike: Castle Rock, NY on Sunday 6/16/2024

AFW Hike: Castle Rock, NY on Sunday 6/16/2024

7 miles; some good ups and downs. Time includes carpool to trailhead.
Difficulty/Pace: Moderate+/Moderate
Hike Coordinator: Jackie

AFW Hike: Long Pond Ironworks, West Milford, NJ on Wednesday 6/19/2024

AFW Hike: Long Pond Ironworks, West Milford, NJ on Wednesday 6/19/2024

4-5 miles, including Paterson Mine
Difficulty/Pace: Moderate/Moderate
Hike Coordinator: Dagi

AFW Night Hike: Norvin Green , NJ on Friday 6/21/2024

AFW Night Hike: Norvin Green , NJ on Friday 6/21/2024

Welcome Summer night hike - Sunset/Moonrise from Osio Rock. 3-mile loop hike, hills, rock scrambles. Headlight required.
Difficulty/Pace: Moderate/Moderate
Hike Coordinator: Amy

AFW City Path: Baseball Game (NY Boulders OR NJ Jackals) and Fireworks on Saturday 6/22/2024

AFW City Path: Baseball Game (NY Boulders OR NJ Jackals) and Fireworks on Saturday 6/22/2024

Baseball Game & Fireworks - EITHER NY Boulders at Pompton, NY OR NJ Jackals at Paterson, NJ
Difficulty/Pace: EASY/LEISURELY walk from Parking Lot. Steps to seating area.
Event Coordinator: Mickey
Ticket Cost: $40 (NY Boulders)/$36 (NJ Jackals), plus parking

More details in event description.

AFW Hike: Mt Taurus, NY on Sunday 6/23/1024

AFW Hike: Mt Taurus, NY on Sunday 6/23/1024

5+ miles. Steep uphill at the beginning.
Difficulty/Pace: Moderate-Strenuous/Moderate
Hike Coordinator: Jackie

AFW Hike: Rutgers Gardens, NJ on Saturday 6/29/2024

AFW Hike: Rutgers Gardens, NJ on Saturday 6/29/2024

4 miles, garden/arboretum, forest trail along Westons Mill Pond.
Difficulty/Pace: Easy-Moderate/Leisurely
Hike Coordinator: Christine

AFW Bike: Paulinskill Valley Rail Trail, Blairstown, NJ on Sunday 6/30/2024

AFW Bike:  Paulinskill Valley Rail Trail, Blairstown, NJ on Sunday 6/30/2024

~23 miles scenic rail trail partly alongside Paulinskill River. Up and back.
Difficulty/Pace: Easy/Leisurely
Event Coordinator: Nancy

AFW Adirondacks Hiking Weekend on Sat 7/27/2024- Tues 7/30/2024

AFW Adirondacks Hiking Weekend on Sat 7/27/2024- Tues 7/30/2024

AFW is running its summer weekend of hiking in the beautiful Adirondack Mountains at the Rock and River B&B in Keane, NY.
Difficulty/Pace: Moderate to Strenuous
Event Coordinator: Jackie

AFW Hike/Workshop in Spring 2024: Learn to Become A Citizen Scientist By Using the iNaturalist App on a Smartphone

AFW Hike/Workshop in Spring 2024: Learn to Become A Citizen Scientist By Using the iNaturalist App on a Smartphone

3-5 mile hike in the woods while using your Smartphone to catalog flora & fauna that you find.
Difficulty/Pace: TBD/Moderate
Hike Coordinator: Lois & Dagi
* More information will be available soon. *

To sign-up for an event, click on "Join Us/More Info" and then select "Register". 
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