New Members and Intro to the Outdoors at Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center

Registration:

• Advance registration is mandatory, and space is limited. Your registration is not complete until full payment is received on Eventbrite. All paid registered participants will receive a confirmation email from Eventbrite.

200 Breakneck Road, Haverstraw, NY 10927

Click here: Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center to check out this location and how to prepare for your trip.

Are you new to AMC or just beginning your journey into the outdoors? This fun and supportive weekend is the perfect way to ease in, meet new friends, and gain confidence in nature. Whether you’ve never camped before or you're looking to brush up on the basics, this weekend is designed to make you feel at home in the great outdoors. You’ll enjoy a relaxed schedule filled with outdoor skills, gentle hikes, social time, and opportunities to explore the beauty around you.

Event Highlights:

Intro to Hiking & Outdoor Skills Workshops

• Learn the essentials: what to pack, how to plan a hike, Leave No Trace principles, and how to stay safe and comfortable outdoors.

Gentle Hikes

• Explore nearby scenic trails at an easy pace, with plenty of tips and guidance from experienced AMC leaders.

Camp Life 101

• Get hands-on experience with tents, shelters, campfires, using bear boxes, and more.

Time by the Lake

• Enjoy canoeing, swimming, or simply relaxing with new friends around the campfire or at the dock.

Happy Hour

• Unwind with new and old friends —bring your own adult beverage and snacks.

Evening Campfire

• Share stories, ask questions, and soak in the starry sky—bring your own adult beverage and snacks.

Campfire Connection

• Wrap up each day with a relaxing campfire gathering. Expect warmth, stories, stargazing —bring your own beverage and snacks.

Swimming, Paddling & Free Time

• Paddle around tranquil Breakneck Pond, take a swim, sunbathe, or simply lounge lakeside and take in the fresh air.

This event is led by the chapter's Harriman Program Committee volunteer leaders. Paddling and yoga equipment is available at the camp free of charge and courtesy of the NY-North Jersey AMC chapter. The camp is accessible by public transportation.

Accommodation:

• White Oak Cabin: Stay in a comfortable shared indoor lodging with shared bedrooms of bunk beds, a common room and mini-fridge. Modern bathhouses with hot showers and flush toilets are a short walk from the cabin.
• Lakeside Beaver Brook Shelters: Stay in cozy shelters by the lake, each accommodating two two-person backpacking-style tents. Shelters will be shared, bring only 1 to 2 person tents.
• Modern Amenities: Enjoy the convenience of modern bathhouses with hot showers and flush toilets nearby. Shared picnic tables, bear boxes, and fire rings are available.
• Check-in: Friday at 3:00 PM (arrive by 6:00 PM if purchasing Friday dinner)
• Check-Out: Sunday at 11:00 AM (guests may stay and enjoy the camp until 3:00 PM)

Weekend Cost

• White Oak Cabin: $230 for AMC Members / $270 for Non-Members
• Shelter Site: $190 for AMC Members / $230 for Non-Members

🔹 Weekend cost includes 2 nights accommodations, Saturday dinner, 2 breakfasts (Saturday & Sunday), and program leadership provided by volunteer leaders.

• Saturday Day Use Only (no meals or overnight accommodations): $25 for AMC Members / $65 for Non-Members

🔹 Eventbrite and credit card processing fees apply to non-members.

🔹 Become an AMC member to receive discounted rates and other benefits!

Meals:

• Included: Saturday dinner, Saturday breakfast, and Sunday breakfast. These delicious meals will be served in the dining hall.
• Optional Add-On: Friday dinner (available during registration)
• Pack lunches available for purchase at the camp office (order in advance recommended)

Meals purchased on arrival may be subject to a 20% surcharge or limited availability.

Additional Information:

• Adults-Only Event: This retreat is designed for adults to unwind and connect with nature.
• Camping Equipment: Borrow camping gear for free on a first-come, first-served basis. Call 617-523-0636x56523
• Paddling & Yoga Equipment: Available at the camp free of charge, courtesy of the NY-North Jersey AMC chapter.
• Bear Box: A secure bear box for overnight food storage is available and required.

Transportation

• Driving? The camp is about a 45-minute drive from NYC. GPS Coordinates: 41.217869, -74.106021. Download and print our detailed instructions to Harriman Outdoor Center.
• Taking the train? Shuttle service is offered between Harriman Outdoor Center and Sloatsburg Station. View shuttle details and schedule.
• Drive up to the camp office to check-in and unload before parking in the big designated parking field you passed on your way in. Parking anywhere else is prohibited.

What to Bring:

• Essentials: all you need to camp for the weekend, including sheets and pillowcases or sleeping bags, tents, towels, yoga/hiking/swimming/paddling gear, sunscreen, bug spray, headlamps, hats, water bottles, and personal toiletries.
• Camping Gear: When camping, bring your tent, sleeping pad, and sleeping bag. Sheets and towels may be rented from the camp. Bring only 1 to 2 person tents.
• BYOB: Bring your own adult beverages and snacks to share.

Cancellation Policy:

• Cancellations more than 7 days before the event: full refund minus a $25 processing fee.
• Cancellations 7 days or fewer before the event: No refund.
• If AMC must cancel the event (uncommon), full refunds will be issued, and you will receive email notification.
• Normal weather will not cancel this event.

Join us for a weekend of adventure, relaxation, and connection with nature. Register now and secure your spot for an unforgettable experience!

For more information about this location and how to prepare for this trip, see this site: Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center

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