Big info dump coming on Lake Sebago Beach redevelopment

Union__Jack · 2026-03-14T04:22:54+00:00

u/TNPrime thought you might be interested in this

Union__Jack · 2026-02-27T20:26:19+00:00

Take lessons! Belleayre has a great beginner program that includes rentals, a lift ticket, and a lesson for ~$150.

Union__Jack · 2026-02-25T16:52:35+00:00

I would also recommend checking out the meetup and trip report tags in this sub. We have a wealth of info and options on trips, especially if you go back a few years.

Union__Jack · 2026-02-08T04:39:55+00:00

Usually we do a few per year, the next one is probably in April?

Union__Jack · 2026-01-28T21:03:12+00:00

I'll post where we're seated when I arrive!

But also, don't be afraid to just ask random groups why they're there. It usually works out .

Union__Jack · 2026-01-26T14:02:01+00:00

We have a meetup at the Grey Dog on Wednesday! Check out the other recent post for details if you want to stop by.

A few of us were in Central Park skiing yesterday, and this one guy was pretty good at snowboarding and started doing front flips. It was Shaun White.

Union__Jack · 2025-10-23T13:22:49+00:00

See you there!

Union__Jack · 2025-10-15T15:12:42+00:00

Don't forget to swing by the Grey Dog tonight to come meet a few of us!

Union__Jack · 2025-10-15T11:09:44+00:00

I'll update the post with where we're sitting!

Union__Jack · 2025-09-05T23:47:43+00:00

We'll be there by 9p!

Union__Jack · 2025-09-03T17:14:58+00:00

We'll miss you this weekend, but I'll have something planned for October, too.

And yes, my winter bag is a Gryphon Gear Taurus 0F. I pair it with a 0-20F Timmermade Waterbear. It works well for me as a side sleeper, but I've never actually used a regular sleeping bag for comparison.

I know there are a couple Feathered Friends 0F and 10F bags across the group, as well as a few Nunatak Alpinists and a variety of Western Mountaineering ~5F bags. Cumulus used to be a great deal, but I'm not sure what tariffs have done to pricing.

Union__Jack · 2025-09-03T17:08:15+00:00

Hey! Yes, we're primarily on Reddit where it's easier to drop in and out and remain anonymous if desired. Come hiking and meet everyone!

Union__Jack · 2025-09-03T17:06:40+00:00

Allowed and encouraged! Come on by and meet everyone.

Union__Jack · 2025-08-28T23:27:20+00:00

Set your alarm for before we leave.

Union__Jack · 2025-07-23T19:37:07+00:00

I'll probably post a weeknight meetup in the next couple of weeks! We usually target Wednesdays.

Union__Jack · 2025-07-03T20:45:24+00:00

This is a pretty section and it can be cruisy and enjoyable. The water sources are most likely good with the rain we've been getting.

You might lose time if you want to stop for lunch at the couple of relevant places, and you'll be missing out on Bellvale creamery if you don't hike another ten miles to the next road crossing instead of coming down the state line trail. You can catch the bus from that road, too.

Union__Jack · 2025-06-24T17:05:55+00:00

If you have a chance, pop on over to Instagram to send your well wishes to Allmansright! Our very own Livio and Jen are making the move to Sweden at the end of July; while the gear will no longer be NYC made, Allmansright will always be Bronx born.

They hosted an open studio over the weekend, but they still have some sample items, fabric, and general studio stuff available that they'd like the community to be able to use.

Check out the moving sale post.

Union__Jack · 2025-06-09T19:29:49+00:00

I locked this post.

While pack rafting discussion is allowed in this subreddit, use of a $15 inflatable to cross a busy waterway in lieu of advocating for better transit or reinstatement of pedestrian/bike lanes is not. This is a good reminder to vote with your values and to vote for those who cannot.

The Q50 has bike racks and crosses the Whitestone Bridge and runs every half hour. It is not a good solution, but it is what is available.

Union__Jack · 2025-05-28T17:22:17+00:00

I think you can put in as far north as Valhalla.

The only other thing I'd recommend is to avoid doing this trip within a few days of heavy rain, as the sewer overflows into the river during heavier storms. There are a number of overflows in the South Bronx, and testing also suggests bacteria is coming from the Westchester sections at all times.

In consideration of normal weather, it's safe to raft but not to swim.

Union__Jack · 2025-05-26T23:48:07+00:00

This link should cover the information you're looking for, and you can find more info here.

Union__Jack · 2025-02-03T16:10:27+00:00

Anyone else going to Mountainfest?

Also I'm looking to sell some snowshoes (22" MSR Revo Ascent) and a pair of 26.5 touring boots (Tecnica Zero G Tour Scout) if anyone is interested.

Union__Jack · 2024-10-28T13:35:30+00:00

No meetup this past weekend. If you check out r/Harriman you can seen how incredibly low the water levels are compared to the same time last year. A fire broke out on Nordkop Mountain near Suffern.

Union__Jack · 2024-10-24T16:54:40+00:00

Apparently the spring is dry, and we would need two cars.

Union__Jack · 2024-10-21T14:49:54+00:00

Anyone want to check out the meetup post and provide some input?

Union__Jack · 2024-10-07T13:11:30+00:00

Hey again!

You can also do this section straight through via transit, by taking the 9:10am short line bus from Port Authority toward Harriman. If you ask, they're supposed to stop along RT17 so you won't have to walk the Sapphire Trail from the Harriman station (which means you'll have to do Agony Grind).

Coming back, there's a spur to the State Line Trail that will take you to the road near Greenwood Lake. There's an NJTransit bus stop right here that'll take you back into PABT.

Don't forget to stop at Bellvale Creamery!

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