Previous February Schedule

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Previous March Schedule

Sat., Mar. 15. Young Members Seven Hills 3D8(Y).

Ups and downs on L 's favorite trail. The Seven Hills will cure your ills. Better than Prozac! Hiking boots and 2 liters of water required. If there are snow or ice conditions you must have crampons or Stabilicers (go to www.stabilicers.com). Call L if weather doubtful. Transportation Code 1B. L Art Almeida 914-827-3614, .

Sat., Mar. 22. Young Members Schunemunk 3D10(Y).

Steep initial climb rewarded by magnificent views. Expect to do both ridges. Almost all weather – cold rain or unsafe driving conditions cancel. Transportation Code 2A.. L Richard Seibel 973-839-7795(11 a.m.-11 p.m.), AL Thea Seibel.

Sat., Mar. 29. Young Members Somewhere in Minnewaska 3D9(Y).

Join L in his favorite place on Earth. Conditions will determine route, pace, and length, but expect grand views and beautiful scenery. Cameras welcome. Stops will be extended if weather cooperates. Beginners are welcome, but no window-shoppers or runners, please. Hiking boots required; winter footgear optional if conditions warrant. Bring lunch, snack, and 2+ liters of water. AMC member ID required. Transportation Code 6A. Heavy a.m. rain or poor road conditions will cancel hike. L Rob Sklar .

Previous April Schedule

Sat., Apr. 5. Young Members Breakneck Ridge 3E10(Y).

We will take sufficient time going up the face to get your scrambling in then move briskly along the ridge. Early bailouts for those with less time and/or energy. Transportation Code 5E. L Richard Seibel, 973-839-7795(11 a.m.-11 p.m.) AL Thea Seibel.

Sun., Apr. 13. Young Members Manitou to Garrison 3C7(Y).

Hike will start at Manitou train station and end at Garrison train station. Brisk but compassionate pace. Varied terrain and Hudson River views along the way. Drivers may leave cars in Peekskill, take train one stop to Manitou and take train back to Peekskill at end of hike. Suitable for strong beginners. Contact L after Thu. Apr. 10 to confirm that hike is on. Transportation Code 5B. L Emily Sweet 917-501-0085 NCA 10 p.m.

Sat., Apr. 19. Young Members Bonticou & Table Rock 3E7(Y).

Scramble up & through amazing rock formations, with spectacular vistas of Catskills. No special skills needed but be reasonably agile & intrepid. Bring hiking boots, lunch, snack & 2 liters water. $8 Mohonk Preserve fee. As always, post-hike refreshment in New Paltz. Rain may cancel; call L before 7 morning of hike if doubtful (if cancelled, alternate NYC activity will be proposed!!) Transportation Code 6A. L Robert Fu 201-232-1254 .

Sat., Apr. 26. Young Members Breakneck Ramble 3E10(Y).

Up Breakneck, but then L will wander around other trails and enjoy an Apr. day in the woods. Firm 3 pace after initial climb. Hiking boots and 3 liters of water required. Call L if weather doubtful. Transportation Code 5E. L Art Almeida 914-827-3614 .

Sun., Apr. 27. Young Members Minnewaska Scenic Loop 3D10(Y).

We will hike on some of the prettiest trails and carriage roads in Minnewaska. Contact L before Thu. Apr. 24 to register and for meeting time and place. L Emily Sweet 917-501-0085 NCA 10 p.m.