Getaway Trips at Mohican Outdoor Center
mohican@mindspring.com
Schedule for March - August 2009
Fri-Sun., May 1-3. 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: $379, $421 NM. To reg. call 908-362-5670.
Fri-Sun., Mar 20-22. SOLO Wilderness First Aid at Mohican.
The WFA course will teach you how to deal with common medical incidents and accidents that occur in the backcountry. It stresses safety, preparation, crisis avoidance, and the treatment of problems such as blisters, sprains, hypothermia, heat disorders, protection from the elements and more. This course provides an important level of understanding about recognizing and treating medical emergencies or injuries. and also discusses long-term patient care, a reality of backcountry travel. The WFA is a 16-hour course and can be used to re-certify a WFR level of training. CPR certification can be obtained for $35.00 during the course. Please inform the staff at Mohican if you desire this training prior to course start date. L SOLO. Fee: $215M, $239N/M includes 2 nights lodging, meals starting Sat breakfast, instruction and certification. To register call 908-362-5670.
Fri-Sun., May 15-17. SOLO Wilderness First Aid at Mohican.
The WFA course will teach you how to deal with common medical incidents and accidents that occur in the backcountry. It stresses safety, preparation, crisis avoidance, and the treatment of problems such as blisters, sprains, hypothermia, heat disorders, protection from the elements and more. This course provides an important level of understanding about recognizing and treating medical emergencies or injuries. and also discusses long-term patient care, a reality of backcountry travel. The WFA is a 16-hour course and can be used to re-certify a WFR level of training. CPR certification can be obtained for $35.00 during the course. Please inform the staff at Mohican if you desire this training prior to course start date. L SOLO. Fee: $215M, $239N/M includes 2 nights lodging, meals starting Sat breakfast, instruction and certification. To register call 908-362-5670.
Fri-Sun., July 10-12. Rock Climbing for Beginners, Mohican. (SEE INFO MAY 1-3)
Fri-Sun., Aug 14-16. Rock Climbing for Beginners, Mohican. (SEE INFO MAY 1-3)
Getaway Trips at Mohican Outdoor Center
Fri-Sun, Feb 27-Mar 1. New Members Wkend Getaway at Mohican.
Come get acquainted with some of your fellow AMC members while enjoying a weekend of hiking, socializing and just plain relaxing by the fire. If there's enough snow, we'll provide snowshoes and show you how to use them. Take advantage of this opportunity to get some exercise and outdoor time in before the holiday season gets too hectic! Cost for the weekend is $115, which includes 2 nights lodging, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, guided hikes, a pre-dinner social, and other activities geared especially towards new members. Host: Chris Rapacki 908-400-5500 or c_rapacki@eptech.com. Register by contacting the Mohican Outdoor Center 908-362-5670 or mohican@mindspring.com.
Fri-Sun, Mar 6-8. Weekend Getaway at Mohican, Hiking and Home Brewing.
Join us for 2 days of exploring the backcountry sections of the Delaware Water
Gap National Recreation Area. Depending on the conditions we'll hike or
snowshoe to the various ponds and/or waterfalls in the DWNRA. Friday Night
there will be an into to home brewing with samples of the various styles of
beer. Saturday we'll bottle a batch during happy hour, while sampling the
same brew made two weeks before. If you're a home brewer and would like to
participate and share some of your work, please contact Kathy Scranton. Fee
$115/M, $127/NM includes 2 nights lodging, 2 light breakfasts and Sat happy
hour & dinner. Hosts: Lennie Steinmetz, steinmetz.lennie@gmail.com and Dave
and Kathy Scranton, sknrfan@comcast.net (215-885-0359 before 9:00 p.m.).
Register by emailing/calling Mohican Outdoor Center at
mohican@mindspring.com or 908-362-5670, 9-5pm.
Fri-Sun., Mar 13-15. Acting for Singles Weekend Getaway at Mohican.
Bring out your inner actor ‘acting weekend’ for Singles. Actress and drama teacher ‘Narani O’ will lead the group in acting and improvisational exercises that will loosen one up and get us into acting. On Sat., after a morning hike we will continue with the acting exercises and maybe some scripted scenes. Participants will be able to take risks in a safe and non-judgmental environment. On Sat. night, we can entertain each other by ‘performing’ some scenes. For beginners and academy award winners alike. Fee $115M, $127NM includes instruction, scripts, 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, Sat happy hour and dinner. Host: Alexis Kiriazides and Narani O’Shaughnessy, Questions? E-mail Narani at narani_o@yahoo.com or call 917-692-9340 or Alexiskzds@yahoo.com or call 917-270-7297. Register by calling Mohican at 908-362-5670.
Fri.-Sun., Mar 27-29 Rails to Trails Hiking Weeknd at Mohican (2B10).
Join us for a wknd of hiking on old rail lines converted into hiking trails. One day will be spent hiking the Lackawanna Cutoff from Blairstown, NJ to Portland, PA, which will cross two cement viaducts. The next day will be spent hiking the "Lehigh & New England" rail line from Columbia to Blairstown, NJ. Car shuttles will be provided each day. Mason Logie will give a history of each rail line. Hiking boots and 2qts of water required. Fee $115 /m, 127/nm, 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts. Sat happy hour & dinner. Register by calling Mohican908-362-5670.
Fri.-Sun., Apr. 3-5. Geocaching Weekend Getaway at Mohican.
Join us for a fun filled weekend of Geocaching at the Mohican Outdoor Center. Geocaching gives participants the chance to hike and search for hidden treasures following coordinates, clues, and your GPS. Guests will have the opportunity to both search for and hide caches. Meet new friends and learn a new skill in the Delaware Water Gap this spring. Having your own GPS is recommended, though not required. Fee $115/M, $127/NM which includes 2 nights lodging, 2 full breakfasts, 2 happy hours snacks (BYO), and Saturday dinner. Hosts: Chris Brown and Brad Koller. Register by calling Mohican, 908-362-5670 9am - 5pm.
Fri.-Sun., Apr 10-12. Work and Play Getaway at Mohican.
In preparation for the clubwide Sping Fling event just two weeks later, join fellow afficionados of Mohican in a variety of seasonal tasks. Likely projects include general camp-wide spring cleaning, scraping/painting exterior and interior walls of the dining hall and nearby buildings, and camp road pothole repair. What could possibly be a more fun way to spend your Easter holiday weekend??!! In sincere appreciation for your time and help, our $40 special thank you rate includes 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, 2 happy hours (byo) and Sat. evening dinner. Host: Chris Rapacki, 908-400-5500, c_rapacki@eptech.com. Register by emailing/calling Mohican Outdoor Center at mohican@mindspring.com or 908-362-5670, 9-5pm.
Fri-Sun, Apr 17-19. 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 with Gina Carmody and Dan Hunt, leading us in music and song. Bring your dancing shoes, instruments and hiking boots. Fee $115/M, $127/NM includes instruction, 2 nights lodging, 2 light breakfasts, Sat. happy hour & dinner. Hosts: Michael Dalton & Tanya McCabe. Register by emailing/calling Michael Dalton, trvlnmny@yahoo.com, or 908-362-5499. NCA 9:30.
Fri-Sun, April 24-26, AMC’s first ever Spring Fling clubwide event!
Join your AMC
friends from near and far for this fun-filled weekend featuring various
hikes along and around the AT, a visit to a local wolf preserve where you
can see wolves and other animals in a natural setting, enjoy a few hours
paddling on Catfish Pond (canoes, kayaks and all gear provided!), and of
course, making S’mores around the campfire. A variety of guided
activities for you to choose from will be provided throughout the
weekend, and all meals are included, too. Bring your favorite musical
instrument and join Mohican’s own band Saturday night in playing the
classics and a few originals. $109 Tentsite/$139 Cabin. Kids welcome at
30% discount! Register by calling or emailing Mohican 908-362-5670,
mohican@mindspring.com. If you’re interested in adding your skills
toward advance planning or event support, call or email Chris Rapacki at
908.400.5500 or c_rapacki@eptech.com.
Tue.-Thu., Apr. 22-24. "Midweek Getaway at Mohican - Celebrate Spring."
Winter is behind us, the woods are coming alive. Let's get out and explore. We will hike various trails around Mohican. Or you can just relax with a good book, paddle around Catfish Pond or listen to the birds. Come renew your spirit with nature. > Fee $99/M, $110/NM includes 2 nights lodging, 2 light breakfasts, 2 happy hours (BYOB) & 2 dinners. Host: Joan Aichele, jaichele22@verizon.net. Register by calling Mohican Outdoor Center at 908-362-5670 between 9 and 5.
Tues. – Thurs., May 5-7 *Midweek Getaway at Mohican*.
Enjoy May in the scenic Delaware Water Gap. We’ll do some slow-paced hiking on the many trails in the area, visit Millbrook Village nearby, look for wildflowers and new growth or just read and relax. Paddling on Catfish Pond always available. No age restriction, but “Seniors” are especially welcome. Fee $120M, $132/NM includes 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, 2 happy hours (BYOB), and 2 dinners. Host: Nancy Fredland, 215 843-3049 or nancyfredland@comcast.net. Co-host: Jane Shephard, 610 584-4408. Register by emailing/calling the Mohican Outdoor Center at mohican@mindspring.com or 908 362-5670, 9-5pm.
Fri-Sun., May 8-10. Intro to Digital Outdoor Photography Weekend Getaway at Mohican.
This course is designed for the beginning digital photographer. Topics covered will include composition, how to use digital camera features, optimizing the image in Adobe Photoshop Elements, and making the print. Participation Optional. Fee: $115M, $127N/M plus $10 material/processing cost for instruction. Fee includes instruction and materials, 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, Sat happy hour and dinner. Hosts: Wayne Wirta, Diann Connel.. Register by calling Mohican at 908-362-5670. 9:30.
Fri-Sun., May 8-10. Map and Compass: Navigation. 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. L. Bob Crowley, NY State Licensed Guide. Fee: $115M-$127- N/M includes 2 nights lodging, meals starting Sat breakfast, instruction and materials. To register call 908-362-5670.
Fri.-Sun. May 22-24. The Synthesis Of Yoga and Hiking. Weekend 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 $115/M, $127/NM includes 2 nights lodging, breakfasts and Sat. veg. feast! Leader contact information, Anthony Sadasiva 718-296-8543 info@yogasynthesis.org or to register call 908-362-5670
Fri.-Sun., June 5-7. Getaway at Mohican - New Members Weekend.
Join us for a fun and relaxing weekend near the Delaware Water Gap at the Mohican Outdoor Center. Come get acquainted with some of your fellow AMC members while enjoying a weekend of hiking, paddling, swimming, or just plain relaxing in this beautiful location. The rhododendron should be in bloom and this area has some of the loveliest groves in the northeast, which we’ll explore on our hikes. Perfect for those who've recently joined the AMC, or those who have never been to an AMC event. Fee $115/M, $127/NM includes 2 nights lodging, 2 full breakfasts, 2 happy hours (BYOB), and Sat. dinner. Host: Joan Aichele, jaichele22@verizon.net. Register by emailing/calling Mohican Outdoor Center at mohican@mindspring.com or 908-362-5670, 9-5pm.
Fri-Sun, Jun 5-7. AT Section Weekend Getaway at Mohican.
Day hike the Appalachian Trail from the PA-NJ border north through the scenic Delaware Water Gap (AT Sections 5 & 6). A shorter and longer hike option will be offered each day so participants can choose their level of difficulty. Enjoy hospitality and entertainment at the Mohican Outdoor Center in the
evening. Fee $115/M, $127/NM includes 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, 2 happy hours (BYOB) & Saturday dinner. Host: Lennie Steinmetz at bls@amcdv.org or 610-694-8677. Register by emailing/calling the Mohican Outdoor Center at mohican@mindspring.com or 908-362-5670.
Fri- Sun., June 12 – 14 Well Being and Hiking Weekend Getaway at Mohican.
Come learn about fun ways to relieve stress and participate in preparing energizing foods that will keep your body and spirits up whether it’s for a long day of hiking or a long day at work. Fri. night we’ll explore with various stress relief techniques that you’ll want to use everyday. Find out what you already know about well being during a lively Trivia game. On Saturday we’ll enjoy a hike followed by a nutritional presentation on best ways to feed yourself before and after a workout. Learn the basics of preparing easy high density nutritious snacks, including “superfoods”. There’ll be a chance to unwind during happy hour. Sunday morning, after breakfast, we’ll have a short workshop exploring simple ways you could incorporate less stress and better nutrition into your life. This will be followed by an optional hike. Fee $115 for members, $127 non-members includes 2 nights lodging, Sat. dinner, 2 breakfasts, guided hikes, pre-dinner social and fun well-being activities. Host: Jennifer Percival: jenniferpercival@hotmail.com. Register by calling Mohican 908-362-5670 or mohican@mindspring.com
Fri-Sun, June 12-14. Backpacking in the Delaware Water Gap Weekend Getaway at Mohican.
This is an opportunity for families and individuals to take part in the joys of getting out into the woods, to hike and camp. We will moderate the distance we travel and tailor the teaching and activities that we cover to suit the concerns and interests of families with children. The camping will take place near the facility and our backpacking will involve a variety of terrain including wooded ravines and ridge top areas. Teaching topics will include trip planning, equipment, navigation on the trail, safety, first-aid, basic camping skills and more. Fee: $115/MEM, $127/NM, includes Fri night lodging, breakfast in the lodge on Sat before heading out for Sat overnight where all trail meals will be provided for and prepared by the group as well as backpacking info and instruction. Instructor: Cindy Kuhn. Register by calling Mohican at 908-362-5670.
Fri.-Sun. June 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. Fee $115/M, $127/NM includes 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, Sat. happy hour & dinner. For further info contact Leader/Certified Integral Yoga Teacher: Mary Saraco, 40 Bentley Court, Bedminster, NJ 07921, (908) 781-7072, msaraco@aol.com.Hike Leader: Jack O’Donohue. To register call Mohican at 908-362-5670.
Fri.-Sun., July 17-19. Scrapbooking Weekend.
Spend a weekend with likeminded crafters; minimal instruction, maximum fun. Includes two dinners, two breakfasts, two nights in Blueberry Hill Lodge. Cost $130 members, $143 nonmembers, bring lunches, snacks and scrapbooking materials. Check-in time 3 PM Friday, dinner at 7 PM. Maximum registration 14. Register with AMC Mohican 908-362-5670. L Kathleen Davies 845 504 0917, kdotdavies@optonline.net. CL Laura Cullen.
Fri.-Sun. Aug 7-9. The Synthesis Of Yoga and Hiking.
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 $115/M, $127/NM includes 2 nights lodging, breakfasts and Sat. veg. feast! Leader contact information, Anthony Sadasiva 718-296-8543 info@yogasynthesis.org or to register call 908-362-5670
Tues-Thurs, Aug 18-20 Mother- Daughter Midweek Getaway at Mohican.
Enjoy a midweek escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life by joining us at the Mohican Outdoor Center in Blairstown, NJ. Moms & daughters or Grandmas & granddaughters, come to bond and relax in Blueberry Hill Lodge, do some light hiking, swim and canoe in Catfish pond, enjoy some arts and crafts and join us for a scavenger hunt on the property. Suggested ages 9 - 15 for daughters/granddaughters - Fee $126/M, $138NM, includes 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, 2 evening snacks and 2 dinners, arts and crafts supplies.. Host: Susan Havens, 609-484-0154 or suebhaven@aol.com. Please call or email Susan for more information. Register by emailing/calling the Mohican Outdoor Center at mohican@mindspring.com or 908-362-5670, 9-5pm
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