Downhill Biking New York

End of summer riding social around the firepit.

End of season social around the firepit. Cocktails and snacks... Catch up on this past summer season, meet some new people, and generally talk some shit... Address provided post weekly ride or email me directly. bkaushansky@gmail.com

Scenic Central Park Sunset Bike Ride & Optional Local Dinner

Tour de Bronx bike ride

NYC-ADV Monthly Mixer /// 1st Thursdays

Outdoorsy drinks at the Baylander

Let's meet up for one of the final drinks events outdoors. Baylander will probably close sometime in October for the season so let's get one last sunset on the Baylander! Everyone is welcome to come! I know there will be one other group that night. I had originally drafted this and had a date set but wasn't going to post it until our drinks this week but alas we both had the same idea of going to the Baylander one last time. Sunset is at 6:40 hence why I am starting this meetup at 6:30. Bring a warm coat in case it is chilly at night. This is an outdoor bar. Rain moves this event to the Expat nearby. Everyone is welcome to come whether you are new to the meetup or not! Let's chat about past and future outdoorsy trips!

Urban Athletics: Tour de Bronx Bike Tour

Yes, I'm cheap AF. That's why I've done the 5 Boro Bike Tour exactly once. Paying more than a Benjamin to ride a bicycle around New York leaves me with a bad taste in my mouth and an even worse feeling in my wallet. I could spend that money on something useful—like 47 slices of pizza. So why pay to ride when you can ride for **FREE**? Come join me for the annual Tour de Bronx, the largest **FREE** organized cycling event in New York State. That's right: zero dollars. Nada. Zip. The price is so low even your inner cheapskate will be impressed. **What's the story?** We've come a long way from Da Bronx of the 1970s. Back then, a tour of the borough might have involved abandoned buildings, burned-out cars, and making eye contact with absolutely nobody. Today, you get 6,000 of your closest strangers, all on bicycles, cruising through historic districts, waterfronts, greenways, parks, and some surprisingly beautiful neighborhoods. And nobody is asking you for money. There are two main routes: 25 miles for those who enjoy cycling but still have other things to do that day, and 40 miles for those of us who apparently have something to prove. Naturally, I'm doing the 40. The route takes us through the south, east, and central Bronx, including Mott Haven, Clason Point along the East River, and Pelham Bay Park, the largest park in New York City, with nearly 3,000 acres of forests, trails, and enough greenery to make you briefly forget you're still in New York. We'll also hit City Island and Orchard Beach along the way. And just when your legs are starting to wonder why you thought this was a good idea, we roll into the New York Botanical Garden for a post-ride music festival. Oh, and there’s free stuff too. **The important stuff!** • It's **FREE**, but don't get too excited and just show up. You **MUST** register in advance to participate. Do that **[HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tour-de-bronx-2026-tickets-1994692075694)**. • You can choose the 25-mile or 40-mile route. I'm doing the 40 because apparently I make poor decisions. • Bringing your kids? There's also a 10-mile family route, so you can introduce the next generation to the joys of cycling without immediately traumatizing them. **How Do I Get There?** This one is ridiculously easy by mass transit. Take the 4 or D train to 161st Street/Yankee Stadium, or Metro-North to 153rd Street/Yankee Stadium. So grab your bike, bring your appetite, and come burn a bunch of calories with me. It's the Bronx. It's 40 miles. It's free. And there is free stuff at the end. Honestly, what more could a cheap bastard ask for?

Outdoor Badminton/Pickleball in Central Park

Hello! 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️ Welcome to our NYC Outdoor Badminton family 👋, where everyone is welcome 😊, whatever your age 🥳, fitness level 🏋️‍♂️, badminton skills 🏸, or planet of origin. 🌎 We are a fun-loving 🎉, accepting 👌, hilarious 🤣, respectful 🙏, and wholesome 💕 group of badminton/pickleball lovers, and we would love for you to join us! You don't need to bring anything but your wonderful self! 🤩 We provide the badminton/pickleball equipment including nets, rackets, birdies/shuttlecocks, and even picnic blankets for you to sit on in and make new friends 😁. Of course, you're welcome to use your own equipment if you prefer. 🎒 It is recommended to bring water for hydration 💦, energy food 🍫 to keep your motor running, and sunscreen for healthy skin under the sun 🌞. There are lots of beginners and newcomers each weekend, so if you're one of these, you’ll be in good company. If you can't find us, you can try giving one of us organizers a call or text📞 😎Thomas: 917-696-0112 😉Will: 917-670-0353 🤗Kenny: 347-986-4247 😊Sumie: 646-425-7597 All of this is free (find some other way to spend your 💵) but we do accept voluntary donations that help pay for shuttles, rackets and nets (Venmo: @NYCOutdoorBadminton). Thanks in advance for your generous donations 🙇‍♂️, and helping to make our community better! 👩🏻‍🤝‍🧑🏽 FAQ \*We are wholesome and newcomer/beginner friendly! 💝 * We provide all the equipment including nets, rackets and birdies! 🏸 \*It's recommended to bring water and snacks! 🍉 * You don't need to arrive exactly at the start time! ⏰ \*It's a great place to make new friends! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Also, join our Discord server to be involved in our activities and conversations outside of badminton: [https://discord.gg/KEfNm9z8xd](https://discord.gg/KEfNm9z8xd) 🌦️ Weather Watch! 🌦️ Our leadership team is keeping a close eye on the skies and will make any final call about postponing or canceling Badminton by 10 AM on game day. ⛅ We know everyone’s excited (or anxious) about the weather — but when too many folks start sharing forecasts in the group chat, it can get confusing! While we’re working on the best plan for everyone, we kindly ask you to hold back on weather updates and let us do the worrying for you. 😉

Three-Year Group Anniversary: Randall's Island (Beginners)

NYC Rollerbladers held our first event on Oct. 1, 2023 at Randall's Island. Those in attendance were Matt, Trudi, Phylicia, Gilbert, Daniela, Bimbola, Jyllian, Kim, Nayarett, and Carlos. Our group now has over 1000 members on Meetup and over 700 on Whatsapp. This event will mark our three-year anniversary. Meet on Randall's Island at bus stop "Main Roadway/Icahn Stadium." How to get there: Take the 6 train to 125th St stop. Walk to M35 bus stop at Lexington Avenue and 125th St. (right by the subway). Take M35 bus to "Main Roadway/Icahn Stadium" stop (5 stops). **Note: This is a beginner event but not an absolute beginner event. You should at least be able to stand on skates, move from one place to another, and brake (not T-stop necessarily, but at least plow stop). We will go slow and help at steeper inclines/in general.** We will do two to three loops around the bottom half of the island (see map below). One loop is 2.2 miles. We will also skate from the meeting point to the loop entrance (0.3 miles). Total skate mileage is about 5.

Outdoors Book Club: Lord of the Flies

Lord of the Flies — William Golding When a group of British schoolboys become stranded on an uninhabited island, their attempt to build a civilized society gradually gives way to fear, violence, and chaos. William Golding’s Lord of the Flies is a dark exploration of human nature, power, morality, and what happens when the rules of civilization disappear. Typically our events last ~ 1.5 hours. Bring questions and topics to discuss. Afterwards, we will go socialize at a bar nearby.

Oct 17 Sat: Foliage Hike Kaaterskill Falls & Hunter Mtn Oktoberfest $55

**HIKING KAATERSKILL FALLS LOOP** Enjoy this 4.4-mile loop trail with 946 feet elevation gain near Haines Falls, New York. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 18 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October. Begin from Scutt Road Trailhead and start up the Escarpment Trail. Continue onto Schutt Road and Yellow Horse Trail before meeting back up with Escarpment. This stretch will lead to Inspiration Point. Return back via Escarpment Trail passing by Layman's Monument and detouring off to an overlook of Kaaterskill Falls. More info: [https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/inspiration-point-to-katerskill-falls-loop](https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/inspiration-point-to-katerskill-falls-loop "https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/inspiration-point-to-katerskill-falls-loop") After the hike, we will go to Hunter Mountain to have food/lunch, and enjoy the Colors in the Catskills. #### **COLORS IN THE CATSKILLS (Formerly OKTOBERFEST)** Surrounded by the glorious foliage of the Northern Catskills, Hunter Mountain transforms into a joyous Oktoberfest celebration for everyone. Free to enter, and to park (first-come-first-served). Activities extra, as indicated. Plan for cashless purchasing. Enjoy FOOD and CRAFT vendors in the base lodge, LIVE BANDS inside and outdoors, KIDS’ ARTS & CRAFTS TENT, CLIMBING WALL\*, SCENIC SKYRIDE (extra cost), and STEINHOLDING competition. **Official Site:** [https://www.huntermtn.com/explore-the-resort/activities-and-events/colors-in-the-catskills.aspx](https://www.huntermtn.com/explore-the-resort/activities-and-events/colors-in-the-catskills.aspx "https://www.huntermtn.com/explore-the-resort/activities-and-events/colors-in-the-catskills.aspx") **DEPARTURE/RETURN SCHEDULE** **Depart Date:** Shown above. Please arrive 15 minutes earlier. Van will depart sharply on time with or without you. **Depart 6:50 AM from Queens (NEW):** (Across street from Asian Jewels) 133-30 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354 ([Map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/vmHuWiXLUwsdVbFo6 "https://maps.app.goo.gl/vmHuWiXLUwsdVbFo6")). Subway lines (Main St-Flushing): 7. **(1 block from previous spot)** **Depart 7:30 AM from NYC:** ([ViVi Bubble Tea](https://www.google.com/maps/place/ViVi+Bubble+Tea/@40.7454697,-74.0208928,13.67z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x89c2585251abcea1:0xd6c0607e9446dddb!8m2!3d40.7593474!4d-73.992272 "https://www.google.com/maps/place/ViVi+Bubble+Tea/@40.7454697,-74.0208928,13.67z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x89c2585251abcea1:0xd6c0607e9446dddb!8m2!3d40.7593474!4d-73.992272")) Corner of 43rd St and 9th Ave New York, NY 10036 ([Map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Garden+City+Deli/@40.7593335,-73.9944443,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x89c2585251abcea1:0x543b71dba5b623c3 "https://www.google.com/maps/place/Garden+City+Deli/@40.7593335,-73.9944443,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x89c2585251abcea1:0x543b71dba5b623c3")) Subway lines (Times Sq-42 St): A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, S. **Depart 7:40 AM from NJ (NEW):** ([Lincoln Harbor Station](https://maps.app.goo.gl/SUkV2fkQzKVHnDLg7 "https://maps.app.goo.gl/SUkV2fkQzKVHnDLg7")) Meetup here: QX6G+H9 Weehawken Township, NJ 07086 ([Map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/rk9ffM3DjnfRDQ2F6 "https://maps.app.goo.gl/rk9ffM3DjnfRDQ2F6")) near Lincoln Tunnel. Take Hudson-Bergen Light Rail (HBLR) ([Light Rail System Map](https://content.njtransit.com/sites/default/files/pdfs/maps/HBLR_RSM_080522_low.pdf "https://content.njtransit.com/sites/default/files/pdfs/maps/HBLR_RSM_080522_low.pdf")). **Return Date/Time:** Depart around 4:30 PM, and expect to arrive at NJ 6:45 PM, midtown NYC 7:00 PM & Queens at 7:45 PM **COST** **Early birds:** $55 for first 7 spots or 30 days in advance whichever comes first; **Regular:** Afterward $65. $5 Tips to driver is required & will be collected before departing from mountain. **Trip includes:** Round trip transportation from NYC area, guided hiking, Octoberfest at Hunter Mountain, parking fee, & tolls. **Cost Not Included in the Trip:** • Meals, snacks & drinks **COMFORTABLE RIDE** We will provide a fully loaded new MB Sprinter Van or a Volvo XC90 SUV for transportation depending on the group size. **ITEMS TO BRING** Hat, sunblock scream, water bottles, hiking boots or trail running shoes & cash or credit card. **BUY TICKET HERE** [https://oct172026KaaterskillFalls.eventbrite.com/](https://oct172026KaaterskillFalls.eventbrite.com/ "https://oct172026KaaterskillFalls.eventbrite.com/") **Your spot is not confirmed until your payment is received.** **REFUND POLICY** \* Full refund minus $20 processing fee if cancelled 30 days in advance \* Afterward, no refund for cancellation or no show; however, you can transfer your spot to other with $20 transfer fee; \* Full refund if the trip has to be cancelled by us. **CHECK OUT ALL 2026 TRIPS (More to Come):** **Facebook:** [https://www.facebook.com/nyskiclub/events](https://www.facebook.com/nyskiclub/events "https://www.facebook.com/nyskiclub/events") **Meetup:** [https://www.meetup.com/ny-ski-snowboard-club/events/](https://www.meetup.com/ny-ski-snowboard-club/events/ "https://www.meetup.com/ny-ski-snowboard-club/events/") **Eventbrite:** [https://nyskiclub.eventbrite.com](https://nyskiclub.eventbrite.com/ "https://nyskiclub.eventbrite.com/") **Instagram:** [https://www.instagram.com/nyskiclub/](https://www.instagram.com/nyskiclub/ "https://www.instagram.com/nyskiclub/") **LIKE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE:** [https://www.facebook.com/nyskiclub/](https://www.facebook.com/nyskiclub/ "https://www.facebook.com/nyskiclub/") By RSVPing "Yes", you and your guest(s) are accepting the terms to THE WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY (listed on the bottom of this page) set forth by NY Ski & Snowboard Club. **THE WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY** In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in NY Ski & Snowboard Club events and activities, the event participant acknowledges, and agrees that: 1. The risk of injury from the events may be significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death, and while particular rules, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury does exist; and, 2. KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASES or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and, 3. Willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation; and, 4. Event participant, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS NY Ski & Snowboard Club their officers, officials, agents, and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event, WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Tour de Bronx 2026 25-mile Bike Ride

**Part 1: 2026 Tour de Bronx Bike Ride** The 32nd Annual Tour de Bronx takes place on Sunday, October 4, 2026, marking New York State's largest free cycling event with over 4,000 riders. All routes will start at 161st Street and Grand Concourse and culminate at the breathtaking New York Botanical Gardens. Details of all routes will be released the morning of the tour, approx. 6am. We will ride the **25-mile** bike route this year. The ride will start moving at 10AM. Please arrive early to register and to find us. Also check the MTA website as well. Registration is required here: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tour-de-bronx-2026-tickets-1994692075694?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tour-de-bronx-2026-tickets-1994692075694?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true) Please Note: This is a leisurely paced bike tour and NOT a bicycle race! Please bring a bicycle and a bicycle helmet. Additional details will be provided as soon as the ride organizers (non-meetup) provide more info. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Part 2: Post-Ride Festival & Lunch Meal (Optional)** After the ride, we can attend the post-ride festival and hang out together for lunch. Please bring a bicycle lock for this part as we might have to secure our bikes outside a local establishment that we enter. The lunch venue has not been chosen, but we are welcome to any suggestions nearby. Eg., Beer Gardens, dimsum, hotpot, korean bbq, etc.

Moab Hiking, Rappelling, And Off Road Weekend

Your salt lamp is trying its best to inspire but sometimes, you need the real thing. Escape into the russet vistas and sublime arches of this 4-day women’s multisport adventure in stunning Moab, Utah. This is your golden ticket to lace up those hiking boots and leave real life behind as we explore both Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Marvel at the colossal swoops of sandstone that frame the breathtaking landscapes like a picture. Summon your inner mountain goat as you scramble up slick rock and skip across sand dunes. Escape the crowds to discover an otherworldly quiet no meditation app can inspire. Slip into a realm that seems plucked from another dimension, brimming with rock dunes, fins, and hidden slot canyons. Suit up, tie in, and prepare to rappel over 100 feet to the secret canyon floor below. Then do it all over again (AND AGAIN) on a beginner-friendly canyoneering adventure. You’ll scramble, downclimb, and maybe even wade through gorgeous, remote slot canyons. End the day with a stunning sunset hike to the most iconic spot in all of Utah. Show off those sick carpool skills as you climb into the driver’s seat of an off-road vehicle. Let the sand slap your face and the wind tangle your hair as you become one with ancient desert lore. Unearth ancient relics and dinosaur bones while navigating tunnels, ravines, hills, and arches. We’ll explore the unique town of Moab and check out the funky shops, food truck park, and restaurants all tucked in between two National Parks. Every day is a new adventure followed by the promise of the best night’s sleep of your life. Your unforgettable Moab Multisport Weekend starts with a breezy rendezvous at an airport hotel in Salt Lake City followed by a 3 night stay in our private Explorer Chick House. Hop in the SHE-nanigan Shuttle and let your guides handle the rest. **See the website for full itinerary, details and to book.** [https://explorerchick.com/trip/womens-moab-national-parks-multisport-weekend/](https://explorerchick.com/trip/womens-moab-national-parks-multisport-weekend/) **Say Hello 👋** **💻** Website: [https://explorerchick.com/](https://explorerchick.com/) 📧 Email: [hello@explorerchick.com](http://hello@explorerchick.com/) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/](https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/) ❤️ Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/](https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/) 👯‍♀️ Facebook Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick](https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick) 🎥 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick](https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick)