Deutscher Wanderverein von New York & New Jersey

The German-American Hiking Club is an organization of people who share an interest in a German ethnic background combined with an appreciation of hiking in the surroundings of metropolitan New York and New Jersey. If you would like to brush up on your German or speak English with hikers of German background, the club welcomes you.

Since being founded in 1958, the club has scheduled one-day hikes every two weeks on Sundays, and occasional 3-4 day weekend trips throughout the year. The hikes are mostly easy moderate to moderately difficult and are described in the schedule mailed twice a year to all members.

Membership dues are $25 annually for individuals, $35 for families. The guest fee is $5 per hike. A guest must participate in two hikes before becoming a member.

For information, please mail to: GAHC2@verizon.net

Schedule March 2012 to September 2012

• English
• German (Deutsch)

Hiking club activities involve varying degrees of danger. When you participate in an activity, you should be both physically and mentally prepared and equipped with the appropriate gear. You should always be aware of the risks involved in outdoor activities and conduct yourself accordingly. The trip leader or the German-American Hiking Club is not responsible for your safety. You are. Prior to registering for any activity, you are encouraged to discuss your capabilities with the trip leader.

It is strongly suggested to bring food & drink to the one-day hikes. Hiking shoes and suitable outdoor clothing are required. Each hike description is followed by the approximate distance from NYC in miles.

• In case of inclement weather, the hike leader can cancel the hike. Hikers are strongly urged to check with the hike leader if the weather looks doubtful or the weather forecast is poor. Each hike leader is responsible for his or her own hike and will discuss problems with the club officials.
• When a hike is cancelled, it is usually held on the following Sunday. This should be confirmed by calling the hike leader.

To All Participants: Anyone who takes part in a hike does so at his or her own risk. A = difficult hike B = average hike C = easy hike

The German-American Hiking Club of NY & NJ  is a member of the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference.

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Last Updated: March 11, 2012