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Chapter Youth Program Re-Launches

The New York-North Jersey Chapter is gearing up to re-launch its chapter youth program, AMC Outings for Urban Kids (AOK), which will link urban youth groups with AMC leaders interested in sharing the wonder and adventure of the outdoors. The program will be targeted to children and teens who may not have had any previous opportunities to explore the natural environment.

If you are interested in becoming a youth activity leader, please contact Richard Barcia at 212-303-8889 (w), (212) 832-0232 (h) or for further information. Please note that all leaders must undergo a background check as well as training, which will be provided by the AMC.

We are also presently looking for at least two chapter youth program coordinators to help supervise the program and serve as liaisons to participating agencies.

We hope that you will consider becoming part of this exciting and rewarding endeavor.

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May Schedule

Sun., May 4. Afternoon Sail – FREE for children 10 years old and older w/paying parent; a special gift from the AMC Sailing Committee to encourage youth sailing.
Join an AMC skipper and learn basic sailing skills on the Long Island Sound. Cost is $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by Apr. 21 L John Sheets (preferred) 212-666-7235. (Use button above to register. Deposits, if any, must be mailed separately.)
Wed., May 7. Sailing FUNdamentals.
Join the Sailing Committee for our season on the water. This class provides an intro to the AMC sailing program and covers the fundamental concepts of sailing. Beginners who want to take on-water instruction should take this class. No cost. No prior reservation required. Location is New Amsterdam branch of N.Y. Public Library, 9 Murray St., NY, N.Y. at 6 p.m. Call L Dan Parietti 718-825-3141 to verify time and place.
Sat., May 10. Afternoon Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on a 20 foot sloop on Long Island Sound leaving from Bayside. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by May 3 L Joe D'Avanzo 718-464-4626.
Mon., May 12. Sailing FUNdamentals.
Join the Sailing Committee for our season on the water. This class provides an intro to the AMC sailing program and covers the fundamental concepts of sailing with a focus on safety and fun. Beginners who want to take on-water instruction are encouraged take this class. Location expected to be Epiphany Branch of N.Y. Public Library at 228 East 23 St, NY at 6 p.m. No cost. Preferred contact for L John Sheets 212-666-7235 and be sure to verify time and place before going. (Use button above to register. Deposits, if any, must be mailed separately.)
Wed., May 14. Afternoon Sail.
Basic sailing on Long Island Sound leaving from Larchmont. Join AMC skipper for 3 hours on the water. Cost $40 (+5 for N-M). Register by May 4 L Merrill Cates 212-873-4929.
Sat., May 17. Afternoon Sail.
Basic sailing on Long Island Sound on 23' boat from Port Washington. Join AMC skipper for 4 hours on the water. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by May 10 L Hal McLaughlin 718-428-1154 NCA 9 p.m.
Sun., May 18. Afternoon Sail.
Join an AMC skipper and learn basic sailing skills on the Long Island Sound. Cost is $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by May 5 L John Sheets (preferred) 212-666-7235. (Use button above to register. Deposits, if any, must be mailed separately.)
Mon., May 26. Memorial Day Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on a 20 foot sloop on Long Island Sound leaving from Bayside. Cost $65 (+5 for N-M). Register by May 18 L Joe D'Avanzo 718-464-4626.
Wed., May 28. Afternoon Sail.
Basic sailing on Long Island Sound leaving from Larchmont. Join AMC skipper for 3 hours on the water. Cost $40 (+5 for N-M). Register by May 18 L Merrill Cates 212-873-4929.

June Schedule

Sun., Jun. 1. Afternoon Sail - FREE for children 10 years old and older w/paying parent; a special gift from the AMC Sailing Committee to encourage youth sailing.
Join an AMC skipper and learn basic sailing skills on the Long Island Sound. Cost is $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by May 19 L John Sheets (preferred) 212-666-7235. (Use button above to register. Deposits, if any, must be mailed separately.)
Sun., Jun. 1. Day Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on a 20 foot sloop on Long Island Sound leaving from Bayside. Cost for day $65 (+5 for N-M). Register by May 25 L Joe D'Avanzo 718-464-4626.
Sat., Jun. 7. Afternoon Sail.
Basic sailing on Long Island Sound on 23' boat from Port Washington. Join AMC skipper for 4 hours on the water. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by May 31 L Hal McLaughlin 718-428-1154 NCA 9 p.m.
Sat., Jun. 7. Afternoon Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on Long Island Sound on a sloop rigged boat from Huntington. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by May 27 L Rita Kepich 718-896-0756 NCA 9 p.m.
Sun., Jun. 8. Afternoon Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on a 20 foot sloop on Long Island Sound leaving from Bayside. Cost for day $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jun. 1 L Joe D'Avanzo 718-464-4626.
Wed., Jun. 11. Afternoon Sail.
Basic sailing on Long Island Sound leaving from Larchmont. Join AMC skipper for 3 hours on the water. Cost $40 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jun. 1 L Merrill Cates 212-873-4929.
Sat., Jun. 14. Afternoon Sail.
Enjoy the day while learning basic sailing skills or improving your sailing technique on Long Island Sound on a sloop rigged boat leaving from Port Washington. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jun. 4 L John J. Foley 718-847-6376 NCA 9 p.m.
Sun., Jun. 15. Afternoon Sail.
Small boat sailing with instruction on Long Island Sound from City Island about 12:45 p.m. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register with L Joe Ryan evenings 212-876-3881 by Jun. 5.
Sat., Jun. 21. Day Sail.
Cruise the Great South Bay aboard a 22' sloop from Patchogue, LI to Watch Hill, Fire Island. BYO lunch and swim, hike or sunbathe by the ocean or bay beach, then sail home. Can be sporty, wet & wild if windy, so be fit, trim and agile. No sailing experience required. Boat is a 10 min. walk from the train. Fee $65 (+5 for N-M). Register and pay by Jun. 13 with L Jim Datri 631-286-0344. Call to arrange other dates.
Sat., Jun. 21. Day Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on a 20 foot sloop on Long Island Sound leaving from Bayside. Cost for day $65 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jun. 14 L Joe D'Avanzo 718-464-4626.
Sun., Jun. 22. Afternoon Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on the Hudson leaving from Haverstraw. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jun. 12 L Angela Berardino 718-263-2219.
Wed., Jun. 25. Afternoon Sail.
Basic sailing on Long Island Sound leaving from Larchmont. Join AMC skipper for 3 hours on the water. Cost $40 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jun. 15 L Merrill Cates 212-873-4929.
Sun., Jun. 29. Afternoon Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on Long Island Sound from Port Washington. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jun. 18 L Toni Cangialosi 516-432-9277.
Sun., Jun. 29. Sail.
Cruise to Atlantique, Fire Island on the Great South Bay aboard a 22' sloop from Patchogue, LI. BYO lunch or go to restaurants in Ocean Beach. Swim, hike, or sunbathe on the ocean or bay beaches. Meet other AMC members. Stay as long as you like and return at your leisure by ferry to Bayshore and the train. Can be sporty, wet & wild if windy, so be fit, trim and agile. No sailing experience required. Fee $45 (+5 for N-M). Register and pay by Jun. 20 with L Jim Datri 631-286-0344. Call to arrange other dates.

July Schedule

Fri.-Sun., Jul. 4-6. Fireworks Windjammer Cruise.
***AMC members receive a 10% discount*** Join us aboard the 110' schooner Mystic Whaler, sailing out of New London, CT. Ports of call, depending on the wind and the weather, may include Block Island RI, Newport, RI, Shelter Island NY, Sag Harbor, NY, etc. All meals included (great food!) Priced from $450 for three days, deposit required. Relaxing plus great fun! L John Sheets (preferred) 212-666-7235. BEST TO BOOK WELL IN ADVANCE. (Use button above to register. Deposits, if any, must be mailed separately.)
Sat., Jul. 5. Day Sail.
Cruise the Great South Bay aboard a 22' sloop from Patchogue, LI to Watch Hill, Fire Island. BYO lunch and swim, hike or sunbathe by the ocean or bay beach, then sail home. Can be sporty, wet & wild if windy, so be fit, trim and agile. No sailing experience required. Boat is a 10 min. walk from the train. Fee $65 (+5 for N-M). Register and pay by Jun. 27 L Jim Datri 631-286-0344. Call to arrange other dates.
Sun., Jul. 6. Day Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on a 20 foot sloop on Long Island Sound leaving from Bayside. Cost for day $65 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jun. 29 L Joe D'Avanzo 718-464-4626.
Sun., Jul. 6. Sail.
Cruise to Atlantique, Fire Island on the Great South Bay aboard a 22' sloop from Patchogue, LI. BYO lunch or go to restaurants in Ocean Beach. Swim, hike, or sunbathe on the ocean or bay beaches. Meet other AMC members. Stay as long as you like and return at your leisure by ferry to Bayshore and the train. Can be sporty, wet & wild if windy, so be fit, trim and agile. No sailing experience required. Fee $45 (+5 for N-M). Register and pay by Jun. 27 with L Jim Datri 631-286-0344. Call to arrange other dates.
Wed., Jul. 9. Afternoon Sail.
Basic sailing on Long Island Sound leaving from Larchmont. Join AMC skipper for 3 hours on the water. Cost $40 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jun. 29 L Merrill Cates 212-873-4929.
Sat., Jul. 12. Afternoon Sail.
Enjoy the day while learning basic sailing skills or improving your sailing technique on Long Island Sound on a sloop rigged boat leaving from Port Washington. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jul. 3 L John J. Foley 718-847-6376 NCA 9 p.m.
Sun., Jul. 13. Afternoon Sail.
Small boat sailing with instruction on Long Island Sound from City Island about 12:45 p.m. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register with L Joe Ryan evenings 212-876-3881 by Jul. 3.
Sun., Jul. 13. Sail.
Cruise to Atlantique, Fire Island on the Great South Bay aboard a 22' sloop from Patchogue, LI. BYO lunch or go to restaurants in Ocean Beach. Swim, hike, or sunbathe on the ocean or bay beaches. Meet other AMC members. Stay as long as you like and return at your leisure by ferry to Bayshore and the train. Can be sporty, wet & wild if windy, so be fit, trim and agile. No sailing experience required. Fee $45 (+5 for N-M). Register and pay by Jul. 3 with L Jim Datri 631-286-0344. Call to arrange other dates.
Fri.-Sun., Jul. 18-20. Full Moon/Music Windjammer Cruise.
The Eastport Oyster Boys bring their unique brand of music and humor to New England! ***AMC members receive a 10% discount*** Join us aboard the 110' schooner Mystic Whaler, sailing out of New London, CT. We will visit a different port of call each night depending on the wind and the weather. Possible stops include Block Island RI, Newport RI, Shelter Island NY, Sag Harbor, NY, etc. All meals included (great food!) Priced from $450 for three days, deposit required. Relaxing plus great fun! Preferred contact for L John Sheets (preferred) 212-666-7235. BEST TO BOOK WELL IN ADVANCE. (Use button above to register. Deposits, if any, must be mailed separately.)
Sat., Jul. 19. Afternoon Sail.
Basic sailing on Long Island Sound on 23' boat from Port Washington. Join AMC skipper for 4 hours on the water. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jul. 12 L Hal McLaughlin 718-428-1154 NCA 9 p.m.
Sat., Jul. 19. Day Sail.
Cruise the Great South Bay aboard a 22' sloop from Patchogue, LI to Watch Hill, Fire Island. BYO lunch and swim, hike or sunbathe by the ocean or bay beach, then sail home. Can be sporty, wet & wild if windy, so be fit, trim and agile. No sailing experience required. Boat is a 10 min. walk from the train. Fee $65 (+5 for N-M). Register and pay by Jul. 11 with L Jim Datri 631-286-0344. Call to arrange other dates.
Sun., Jul. 20. Afternoon Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on Long Island Sound from Port Washington. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jul. 9 L Toni Cangialosi 516-432-9277.
Wed., Jul. 23. Afternoon Sail.
Basic sailing on Long Island Sound leaving from Larchmont. Join AMC skipper for 3 hours on the water. Cost $40 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jul. 13 L Merrill Cates 212-873-4929.
Sat., Jul. 26. Afternoon Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on Long Island Sound on a sloop rigged boat from Huntington. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M) Register by Jul. 16 L Rita Kepich:718-896-0756 NCA 9 p.m.
Sat., Jul. 26. Afternoon Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on the Hudson leaving from Haverstraw. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jul. 16 L Angela Berardino 718-263-2219.
Sun., Jul. 27. Sail.
Cruise to Atlantique, Fire Island on the Great South Bay aboard a 22' sloop from Patchogue, LI. BYO lunch or go to restaurants in Ocean Beach. Swim, hike, or sunbathe on the ocean or bay beaches. Meet other AMC members. Stay as long as you like and return at your leisure by ferry to Bayshore and the train. Can be sporty, wet & wild if windy, so be fit, trim and agile. No sailing experience required. Fee $45 (+5 for N-M). Register and pay by Jul. 18 L Jim Datri 631-286-0344. Call to arrange other dates.

August Schedule

Sat., Aug. 2. Afternoon Sail.
Enjoy the day while learning basic sailing skills or improving your sailing technique on Long Island Sound on a sloop rigged boat leaving from Port Washington. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jul. 23 L John J. Foley 718-847-6376 NCA 9 p.m.
Sat., Aug. 2. Day Sail.
Cruise the Great South Bay aboard a 22' sloop from Patchogue, LI to Watch Hill, Fire Island. BYO lunch and swim, hike or sunbathe by the ocean or bay beach, then sail home. Can be sporty, wet & wild if windy, so be fit, trim and agile. No sailing experience required. Boat is a 10 min. walk from the train. Fee $65 (+5 for N-M). Register and pay by Jul. 25 L Jim Datri 631-286-0344. Call to arrange other dates.
Sat., Aug. 2. Day Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on a 20 foot sloop on Long Island Sound leaving from Bayside. Cost $65 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jul. 26 L Joe D'Avanzo 718-464-4626.
Sun., Aug. 3. Sail.
Cruise to Atlantique, Fire Island on the Great South Bay aboard a 22' sloop from Patchogue, LI. BYO lunch or go to restaurants in Ocean Beach. Swim, hike, or sunbathe on the ocean or bay beaches. Meet other AMC members. Stay as long as you like and return at your leisure by ferry to Bayshore and the train. Can be sporty, wet & wild if windy, so be fit, trim and agile. No sailing experience required. Fee $45 (+5 for N-M). Register and pay by Jul. 25 L Jim Datri 631-286-0344. Call to arrange other dates.
Wed., Aug. 6. Afternoon Sail.
Basic sailing on Long Island Sound leaving from Larchmont. Join AMC skipper for 3 hours on the water. Cost $40 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jul. 27 L Merrill Cates 212-873-4929.
Sat., Aug. 9. Afternoon Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on Long Island Sound on a sloop rigged boat from Huntington. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jul. 29 L Rita Kepich 718-896-0756 NCA 9 p.m.
Sat., Aug. 9. Afternoon Sail.
Small boat sailing with instruction on Long Island Sound from City Island about 12:45 p.m. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register with L Joe Ryan evenings 212-876-3881 by Jul. 29.
Sat., Aug. 9. Day Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on a 20 foot sloop on Long Island Sound leaving from Bayside. Cost $65 (+5 for N-M). Register by Aug. 2 L Joe D'Avanzo 718-464-4626.
Sun., Aug. 10. Afternoon Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on Long Island Sound from Port Washington. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jul. 31 L Toni Cangialosi 516-432-9277.
Sat., Aug. 16. Afternoon Sail.
Enjoy the day while learning basic sailing skills or improving your sailing technique on Long Island Sound on a sloop rigged boat leaving from Port Washington. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by Aug. 6 L John J. Foley 718-847-6376 NCA 9 p.m.
Sat., Aug. 16. Day Sail.
Cruise the Great South Bay aboard a 22' sloop from Patchogue, LI to Watch Hill, Fire Island. BYO lunch and swim, hike or sunbathe by the ocean or bay beach, then sail home. Can be sporty, wet & wild if windy, so be fit, trim and agile. No sailing experience required. Boat is a 10 min. walk from the train. Fee $65 (+5 for N-M). Register and pay by Aug. 8 with L Jim Datri 631-286-0344. Call to arrange other dates.
Sun., Aug. 17. Sail.
Cruise to Atlantique, Fire Island on the Great South Bay aboard a 22' sloop from Patchogue, LI. BYO lunch or go to restaurants in Ocean Beach. Swim, hike, or sunbathe on the ocean or bay beaches. Meet other AMC members. Stay as long as you like and return at your leisure by ferry to Bayshore and the train. Can be sporty, wet & wild if windy, so be fit, trim and agile. No sailing experience required. Fee $45 (+5 for N-M). Register and pay by Aug. 8 L Jim Datri 631-286-0344. Call to arrange other dates.
Wed., Aug. 20. Afternoon Sail.
Basic sailing on Long Island Sound leaving from Larchmont. Join AMC skipper for 3 hours on the water. Cost $40 (+5 for N-M). Register by Aug. 10 L Merrill Cates 212-873-4929.
Sat., Aug. 23. Afternoon Sail.
Basic sailing on Long Island Sound on 23' boat from Port Washington. Join AMC skipper for 4 hours on the water. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by Aug. 16 L Hal McLaughlin 718-428-1154 NCA 9 p.m.
Sat., Aug. 23. Afternoon Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on the Hudson leaving from Haverstraw. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by Aug. 13 L Angela Berardino 718-263-2219.
Sat., Aug. 23. Day Sail.
Cruise the Great South Bay aboard a 22' sloop from Patchogue, LI to Watch Hill, Fire Island. BYO lunch and swim, hike or sunbathe by the ocean or bay beach, then sail home. Can be sporty, wet & wild if windy, so be fit, trim and agile. No sailing experience required. Boat is a 10 min. walk from the train. Fee $65 (+5 for N-M). Register and pay by Aug. 15 L Jim Datri 631-286-0344. Call to arrange other dates.
Sun., Aug. 24. Day Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on a 20 foot sloop on Long Island Sound leaving from Bayside. Cost $65 (+5 for N-M). Register by Aug. 17 L Joe D'Avanzo 718-464-4626.

September Schedule

Sat., Sep. 6. Day Sail.
Instruction for intermediate to advanced sailors. Preference given to graduates of the AMC's Learn to Sail a Sunfish Program (Fire Island Cabin). Trip leaves from Nyack NY. Cost $80 (+5 for N-M). Register by Aug. 29 L Dan Parietti 718-825-3141 NCA 10 p.m.
Sat., Sep. 6. Day Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on a 20 foot sloop on Long Island Sound leaving from Bayside. Cost for day $65 (+5 for N-M). Register by Aug. 29 L Joe D'Avanzo 718-464-4626.
Sun., Sep. 7. Afternoon Sail - FREE for children 10 years old and older w/paying parent; a special gift from the AMC Sailing Committee to encourage youth sailing.
Join an AMC skipper and learn basic sailing skills on the Long Island Sound. Cost is $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by Jul. 21; preferred contact for L John Sheets (preferred) call 212-666-7235. (Use button above to register. Deposits, if any, must be mailed separately.)
Sun., Sep. 7. Afternoon Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on the Hudson leaving from Haverstraw. Cost for day $45 (+5 for N-M) Register by Aug. 29 L Angela Berardino 718-263-2219.
Sun., Sep. 7. Sail.
Cruise to Atlantique, Fire Island on the Great South Bay aboard a 22' sloop from Patchogue, LI. BYO lunch or go to restaurants in Ocean Beach. Swim, hike, or sunbathe on the ocean or bay beaches. Meet other AMC members. Stay as long as you like and return at your leisure by ferry to Bayshore and the train. Can be sporty, wet & wild if windy, so be fit, trim and agile. No sailing experience required. Fee $45 (+5 for N-M). Register and pay by Aug. 29 L Jim Datri 631-286-0344. Call to arrange other dates.
Sat., Sep. 13. Afternoon Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on Long Island Sound on a sloop rigged boat from Huntington. Cost $45 (+5 for N-M) Register by Sep. 3 L Rita Kepich:718-896-0756 NCA 9 p.m.
Sat., Sep. 13. Day Sail.
Cruise the Great South Bay aboard a 22' sloop from Patchogue, LI to Watch Hill, Fire Island. BYO lunch and swim, hike or sunbathe by the ocean or bay beach, then sail home. Can be sporty, wet & wild if windy, so be fit, trim and agile. No sailing experience required. Boat is a 10 min. walk from the train. Fee $65 (+5 for N-M). Register and pay by Sep. 5 L Jim Datri 631-286-0344. Call to arrange other dates.
Sun., Sep. 14. Afternoon Sail.
Learn basic sailing skills on a 20 foot sloop on Long Island Sound leaving from Bayside. Cost for day $45 (+5 for N-M). Register by Sep. 4 L Joe D'Avanzo 718-464-4626.

Rating System: Sailing Trips

Standard Trips

We have no rating system for Sailing. Most of our Sails are on Long Island Sound and most include instruction by our Skippers.

Chapter Activity Disclaimer


The activities and events listed in the New York-North Jersey Chapter Schedule, and other AMC publications, involve varying degrees of danger. When you participate in one of these activities, you should be both physically and mentally prepared and equipped with the appropriate gear. You should always be aware of the risks involved in outdoor activities and conduct yourself accordingly. The trip leader is not responsible for your safety, you are. Prior to registering for any activity, you are encouraged to discuss your capabilities with the trip leader.
To participate in Club and Chapter activities, individuals under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult, or obtain prior consent from the trip leader. Persons accompanying a minor are responsible for the minor's actions.

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