AMC's Mohican Outdoor Center in the Kittatinny Mountains has cross-country skis and boots, which members can borrow without charge. It's suggested you wait until Wednesday, then call Mohican Outdoor Center at 908-362-5670, and ask how conditions look for the weekend. If it looks good, reserve a bunk, skis and boots.
Bus transportation is available from New York's Port Authority to Newton, NJ for $8 one way. A van can meet the bus Friday evenings for the half hour drive to the Mohican Outdoor Center. The cost is $16. Get details from the Mohican staff when you register; be sure to tell them you'll be coming by bus. The staff can probably arrange a ride back, either to NYC or the train station in Denville.
There are several good tours within a few miles, especially Blue Mountain Lakes which is a favorite. Ask for a list of suggestions of tours. Remember, ski with a partner, please don't go out in the woods alone in winter. Instruction books and video are also available. The MOC Staff can show novices how to fasten the skis.
Jill Arbuckle, a Ski Committee member, is often available to accompany and offer instruction to AMC members at the Mohican Outdoor Center. Please call her at 973-890-9280.
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