Getaway Trips at Mohican Outdoor Center
mohican@mindspring.com
Schedule Through December 2010
Updated 7/10/2010;
Fri-Sun., Aug 6-8. Rock Climbing for Beginners, Mohican. This two-day program introduces you to basic rock climbing and “top-roping” techniques. The goal of this course is to offer the first time climber (or experienced climbers who would like to learn more about the technical side of climbing systems and climbing techniques) the information and skills that allow you to become comfortable on the rock. By focusing on the skills needed to become a self-sufficient rock climber, our aim is to bring you closer to a level of understanding of climbing that enables you to continue to climb on your own. Instruction covers climbing techniques, belaying skills, anchors, rappelling, climbing equipment (including equipment inspections and limitations) and classic top rope setups. Min. age 18 (16 w. adult). L. Rich Petteruti of Lord Stirling School. Fee: $415M, $457 NM. To reg. call 908-362-5670.
Fri.-Sun. Aug 6-8. River Reading Workshop at Mohican. Enjoy paddling beautiful local rivers as you sharpen your skills on river reading. This workshop will help the experienced beginner paddler understand how river features effect moving water, how to pick lines, and river safety on class 1+ rivers. The workshop will begin Saturday morning with a power point presentation to be followed by lunch with a paddle on local rivers Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning. Participants may use their own boats, gear and PFD or rent from local outfitters. Fee $127/M, $140/NM includes two nights lodging, two full breakfasts, Saturday night Happy Hour (BYOB) and Saturday night dinner. Register by emailing/calling the Mohican Outdoor Center at Mohican@mindspring.com or 908-362-5670. Host: Diann Connell dlconnell@aol.com and National Canoe Safety Patrol instructor Tom Wilkens.
Fri.-Sun. Aug 13-15. The Synthesis Of Yoga and Hiking Wkend Getaway at Mohican. Enjoy the ancient science of yoga in the magnificent natural beauty of the Mohican Outdoor Center. Learn yoga: philosophy, postures, breathing, relaxation techniques, diet. Program includes Sunrise meditation hiking, workshops and much more. Discover your inner peace. All levels welcomed. Fee $127/M, $140/NM includes 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts and Sat. veg. feast! Leader contact information, Anthony Sadasiva 718-296-8543 info@yogasynthesis.org or to register call 908-362-5670
Fri., Sep. 17-19. SOLO Wilderness First Aid at Mohican. This course will cover how to deal with common medical incidents and accidents that occur in the backcountry. Stresses safety, preparation, crisis avoidance and treatment of problems such as blisters, sprains, hypothermia, heat disorders, protection from the elements and more. Provides important level of understanding about recognizing and treating medical emergencies or injuries, and also discusses long-term patient care, a reality of backcountry travel. WFA is a 16-hour course and may be used to re-certify a WFR level of training. CPR certification may also be obtained for $35 during the course. Please inform staff at Mohican if you desire this training prior to the start date. Cost is $237/members, $261/non-members, and includes two nights lodging, meals starting with Saturday breakfast, instruction and certification. Registration after 9/1: contact AMC Reservations at 603-466-2727, Monday-Saturday from 9:00am-5:00pm (amclodging@outdoors.org). L SOLO (908-362-5670 9:00am-5:00pm, amcmohican@outdoors.org), R Mohican Outdoor Center (908-362-5670 9:00am-5:00pm, amcmohican@outdoors.org)
Fri., Sep. 24-26. Rock Climbing for Beginners Weekend Getaway at Mohican. This two-day program introduces you to basic rock climbing and "top-roping" techniques. Goal of course is to offer the first-time climber (or the experienced climber who'd like to learn more about the technical side of climbing systems/techniques) the information and skills to become more comfortable on the rock. Focusing on skills needed to become a self-sufficient rock climber, the aim is to get to a level of understanding to climb on your own. Instruction covers climbing techniques, belaying skills, anchors, rappelling, climbing equipment (including equipment inspections and limitations) and classic top-rope setups. Minimum age is 18 (16 accompanied an adult). Cost is $415/members, $457/non-members. Registration after 9/1: contact AMC Reservations at 603-466-2727, Monday-Saturday from 9:00am-5:00pm (amclodging@outdoors.org). L Rich Petteruti of Lord Stirling School (908-766-1786), R Mohican Outdoor Center (908-362-5670 9:00am-5:00pm, amcmohican@outdoors.org)
Fri., Sep. 24-26. Intro to Digital Outdoor Photography Weekend at Mohican. Course designed for the beginner digital photographer. Topics covered include composition, using digital camera features, optimizing images in Adobe Photoshop Elements, and making prints. Cost is $127/members, $140/non-members, plus a $10 material/processing fee for instruction. Includes instruction and materials, two nights lodging, two breakfasts, Saturday happy hour, and dinner. Registration after 9/1: contact AMC Reservations at 603-466-2727, Monday-Saturday from 9:00am-5:00pm (amclodging@outdoors.org). L Wayne Wirta (732-267-1004, ww48@aol.com), L Diann Connell , R Mohican Outdoor Center (908-362-5670 9:00am-5:00pm, amcmohican@outdoors.org)
(NM) Fri., Sep. 24-26. New Members Weekend Getaway at Mohican. Join us for a fun and relaxing weekend near the Delaware Water Gap at Mohican Outdoor Center. Come get acquainted with some of your fellow AMC members while enjoying a weekend of hiking, socializing, and enjoying the beautiful fall colors in this scenic location. Perfect for those who've recently joined the AMC, or those who have never been to an AMC event. Cost is $127/members, $140/non-members, and includes two nights lodging, two breakfasts, two happy hours (BYO), and Saturday dinner. Registration after 9/1: contact AMC Reservations at 603-466-2727, Monday-Saturday from 9:00am-5:00pm (amclodging@outdoors.org). L Lennie Steinmetz (610-694-8677, bls@amcdv.org), R Mohican Outdoor Center (908-362-5670 9:00am-5:00pm, amcmohican@outdoors.org)
Fri., Sep. 24-26. Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike Planning. Weekend Workshop will provide you with info on how to plan for and complete an AT thru-hike. Based on personal experience and lessons learned on the Trail, covering what did and did not work for thru-hikers Roger and Carole Homeyer (1998) and solo thru-hiker Betty Kelly (2006). Bring lightweight gear to evaluate and compare, and hiking shoes to hike nearby sections of the AT and connecting trails. Cost is $127/members, $140/non-members, and includes two nights lodging, two breakfasts and Saturday happy hour and dinner. Registration after 9/1: contact AMC Reservations at 603-466-2727, Monday-Saturday from 9:00am-5:00pm (amclodging@outdoors.org). L Carole Homeyer (570-689-2024 NCA 9:30pm, cnrhomeyer@hotmail.com), L Roger Homeyer , R Mohican Outdoor Center (908-362-5670 9:00am-5:00pm, amcmohican@outdoors.org)
Fri., Oct. 1-3. Weekend Quilt Retreat at Mohican. "There's Still Life in Fabric." Learn to make several different three-dimensional fabric flowers, and arrange them on a fabric background in an applique fabric vase to make an 18x18 wall hanging. Or "do your own thing"! Instruction by Kathleen Davies, retired teacher and award-winning quilter. Activities include door prizes, Block Party raffle, fabric exchange, Show and Tell, t-shirt. Cost is $158/members, $174/non-members, and includes two nights lodging at Blueberry Hill Lodge, dinner on Friday and Saturday, and breakfast Saturday and Sunday. Registration is limited to 14 participants. Contact L Kathleen Davies for registration form and more info. L Kathleen Davies (845-504-0917, kdotdavies@optonline.net), R Kathleen Davies (845-504-0917, kdotdavies@optonline.net)
Fri., Oct. 15-17. Irish Song and Dance Weekend Getaway at Mohican. Join us for a weekend of Irish music and dance. Noel Cotter will teach Irish Set and Ceili dancing. Gina Carmody and Dan Hunt will lead us in music and song. Bring your dancing shoes, instruments and hiking boots. Cost is $127/members, $140/non-members and includes instruction, two nights lodging, two breakfasts, Saturday happy hour, and dinner. Make checks payable to AMC-MOC, and mail to R with your name, address, email, and phone number included. L Michael Dalton (908-362-5499 NCA 9:30pm, trvlnmny@yahoo.com), L Tanya McCabe , R Michael Dalton (150 Gaisler Road, Blairstown, NJ 07825, 908-362-5499 NCA 9:30pm, trvlnmny@yahoo.com)
Tue., Oct. 19-21. Fall Foliage Tour Midweek Getaway at Mohican. Calling all leaf-peepers! Join us to enjoy the mountains in all their glory. Ahhh, feel that little nip in the air? The abundance of colors surrounding us will overwhelm our senses - three days will not be enough to take it all in, but it's a start. We'll hike various trails around Mohican, offering us amazing views. Or, if you prefer, just relax with a good book or spend the day paddling around Catfish Pond. Cost is $136/members, $150/non-members, and includes two nights lodging, two dinners, two breakfasts and two happy hours (BYOB). Registration after 9/1: contact AMC Reservations at 603-466-2727, Monday-Saturday from 9:00am-5:00pm (amclodging@outdoors.org). L Joan Aichele (215-803-2779, jaichele22@verizon.net), R Mohican Outdoor Center (908-362-5670 9:00am-5:00pm, amcmohican@outdoors.org)
Fri., Oct. 22-24. Sketching Tour Weekend Getaway at Mohican. In the tradition of Muir and Thoreau we hike to reconnect with the beauty of the woods. Artists including: Turner, Friedrich, Corot and Degas; made sketching tours or field trips to collect reference material in the form of drawings, watercolors, or plein-air oil studies in order to paint large salon style oil paintings in their studios. Learn about the rich tradition of Landscape Painting in this country, its German roots (the Dusseldorf school) and American Impressionism (Bunker, Dewing, Weir) while celebrating your appreciation of the woods at this Mohican getaway. Hike, drawing, paint and/or photograph. All levels welcome - no experience required. Cost is $127/members and $140/non-members. Registration AFTER SEPTEMBER 1st, contact AMC Reservations at 603-466-2727, Mon-Sat 9:00am-5:00pm, amclodging@outdoors.org. L Jonathan Pincus (718-768-7663 NCA 9:30pm, jspincus@earthlink.net), R Mohican Outdoor Center (908-362-5670 9:00am-5:00pm, amcmohican@outdoors.org)
Fri., Oct. 29-31. Rock Climbing for Beginners Weekend Getaway at Mohican. This two-day program introduces you to basic rock climbing and "top-roping" techniques. The goal of this course is to offer the first time climber (or experienced climbers who would like to learn more about the technical side of climbing systems and climbing techniques) the information and skills that allow you to become comfortable on the rock. By focusing on the skills needed to become a self-sufficient rock climber, our aim is to bring you closer to a level of understanding of climbing that enables you to continue to climb on your own. Instruction covers climbing techniques, belaying skills, anchors, rappelling, climbing equipment (including equipment inspections and limitations) and classic top rope setups. The minimum age is 18 (16 with an adult). Cost is $415/members and $457/non-members. Registration AFTER SEPTEMBER 1st, contact AMC Reservations at 603-466-2727, Mon-Sat 9:00am-5:00pm, amclodging@outdoors.org. L Rich Petteruti of Lord Stirling School (908-766-1786), R Mohican Outdoor Center (908-362-5670 9:00am - 5:00pm, amcmohican@outdoors.org)
Fri., Oct. 29-31. Family Fall Fun Weekend Getaway at Mohican. Calling all ghosts and goblins, young and old, come join us for a weekend of family fun and games a fall/Halloween themed weekend at the beautiful Mohican Outdoor Center. If you like great food, great company, fun happy hours, excellent hiking opportunities, and relaxation, this is the weekend for you! We will have lots of fun activities that will appeal to children and adults alike. We'll finish in time for anyone who wants to go trick-or-treating on Sunday afternoon or night. Space is limited, so get out your costume, dust off your boots, and register now! This event is sure to be popular! Cost is $127/members and $140/non-members, and includes two nights lodging, two breakfasts and Sat. dinner. Registration AFTER SEPTEMBER 1st, contact AMC Reservations at 603-466-2727, Mon-Sat 9:00am-5:00pm, amclodging@outdoors.org. L Lorraine Abate (loresabo@aol.com), L Laura Rath , R Mohican Outdoor Center (908-362-5670 9:00am-5:00pm, amcmohican@outdoors.org)
Fri., Nov. 5-7. Slovenian Heritage Weekend Getaway at Mohican. International folk dance workshop, fun with proverbs, strudel demonstration, a Slovenian film (sub-titled in English) and more. Easier "Mount Triglav at Mohican" hike (a true Slovene has summited Slovenia's highest mountain)! Cost is $134/members and $147/non-members and includes activities, two nights lodging, two breakfasts, two lunches, Friday happy hour and Sat. Slovenian wine tasting/dinner. Registration AFTER SEPTEMBER 1st, contact AMC Reservations at 603-466-2727, Mon-Sat 9:00am-5:00pm, amclodging@outdoors.org. L Lynn Zalokar (201-947-6336, lzalokar@yahoo.com), L Ria (Polajner) Whitmire , R Mohican Outdoor Center (908-362-5670 9:00am-5:00pm, amcmohican@outdoors.org)
Fri., Nov. 5-7. Map and Compass Weekend Getaway at Mohican. It's good to find yourself. In this course, put your map and compass skills to work and build confidence as you experience real-life bushwhacking and triangulation situations in indoor and outdoor exercises. Learn to deal with obstacles, interpret terrain, and estimate distances. Cost is $127/members and $140/non-members and includes two nights lodging, Saturday and Sunday breakfast and Saturday night dinner and instruction. Registration AFTER SEPTEMBER 1st, contact AMC Reservations at 603-466-2727, Mon-Sat 9:00am-5:00pm, amclodging@outdoors.org. L Mark Kern (trailrunner4@gmail.com), R Mohican Outdoor Center (908-362-5670 9:00am-5:00pm, amcmohican@outdoors.org)
Fri., Nov. 19-21. Yoga and Hiking Weekend Getaway at Mohican. Come to Mohican to harmonize body, mind and spirit with yoga and hiking. Both offered on Sat. & Sun., do as much or as little as you like. All levels are welcome. Yoga will emphasize releasing tension, turning inward, and calming the mind. Cost is $127/members and $140/non-members and includes two nights lodging, two breakfasts, Sat. happy hour & dinner. For further info contact Co-Leader/Certified Integral Yoga Teacher: Mary Saraco, 40 Bentley Court, Bedminster, NJ 07921. Hike Leader: Jack O'Donohue. Registration AFTER SEPTEMBER 1st, contact AMC Reservations at 603-466-2727, Mon-Sat 9:00am-5:00pm, amclodging@outdoors.org. L Mary Saraco (908-781-7072, msaraco@aol.com), L Jack O'Donohue , R Mohican Outdoor Center (908-362-5670 9:00am-5:00pm, amcmohican@outdoors.org)
Fri., Dec. 3-5. Hike and Folk-dance Weekend Getaway at Mohican. Chill your legs on the trails or warm them with international folk-dance, as you like. All levels are welcome, all dances taught. Cost is $127/members, $140/non-members, and includes two nights lodging, two breakfasts and Sat. happy hour & dinner, two morning and one evening dance sessions, Sat. afternoon hike. Registration AFTER SEPTEMBER 1st, contact AMC Reservations at 603-466-2727, Mon-Sat 9:00am-5:00pm, amclodging@outdoors.org. L Annette Sheldon (609-275-1320, annettegabriele@verizon.net), L Stan de Riel , R Mohican Outdoor Center (908-362-5670 9:00am-5:00pm, amcmohican@outdoors.org)