What we’re about
Free hiking, walking, stroll and cycling parties around NY, NJ and CT.
There is no age limit.
We encourage everyone to be polite and refrain from discussing politics.
All events are free.
*** PLEASE READ THE DESCRIPTION ***
Dear North American mammals, it's time for us to visit The Keystone state.
We will walk through historic Philadelphia, visit the Washington house and different parks, do horse riding, shooting and many other activities!
This is not a hiking trip but please get ready to walk 30k+ steps daily.
The trip will take place regardless of weather conditions.
If you are planning to drive your own car you can join us at any time.
If you would like to share the car or stay please contact the organizer for more info.
We're going Dutch as always (which means that you have to pay for yourself).
July 3 (Thursday)
Starts at 5:30 PM
Meeting place: in front of Our Lady of the Rosary (7 State St, New York)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/VS1tjtcwec243WBf7
Preliminary plan:
*** July 3 ***
(evening) New York to Philadelphia
*** July 4 ***
1. Philadelphia Museum of Art
2. Rocky Statue
3. Eastern State Penitentiary
4. Reading Terminal Market
5. Betsy Ross House
6. Elfreth's Alley Museum
7. Liberty Bell
8. Independence Hall
9. Carpenters' Hall
10. Philadelphia's Magic Gardens
11. Shoot Indoors KOP
12. Washington's Headquarters
*** July 5 ***
1. Amish village
2. Susquehanna river boating
3. Gettysburg National Military Park
*** July 6 ***
1. Horse ride
2. Penn's Cave and Wildlife park
(evening) heading back to home
We might optimize the route based on weather and other conditions.
Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145
Our meetup group: https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d
Whatsapp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/I2kkVYiGxaMGWWKhIzqJjo
Telegram: https://t.me/neverwinterfree
Please apply via:
IG: neverwinter_free_parties
LINE: cozmo31
Wechat: cozmo31
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Disclaimer of liability:
By participating in this activity you agree that organizers are not to be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur before, during or after the event.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- 25th Anniversary Wild HikeThe Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York, NY
It's a free event and only heavy rain can stop us!
Dear invaders of planet Earth, it's time to do a wild hike.
And the perfect place to do it is Harriman state which is located in Suffern, NY.
**50% of our hike will be outside the usual trail **so bring your hiking boots and sticks.
We will start our journey at Ladentown and pass through the Panther mountain, Pine Meadow trail, Breakneck mountain, Conklin mountain and multiple lakes and rivers.
We will stop for a lunch at Lake Sebago and come back to civilization through Pump house and Stone Memorial ruins.
After the hike every participant will receive a complimentary gift.
This is a loop hike!June 8 (Sunday)
We start at 08:15 AMDetailed plan:
08:15 AM - Meeting in front of Dunkin' Donuts at Port Authority Bus Terminal.
08:44 AM - Departure from Port Authority Bus Terminal.
09:52 AM - Arriving at Ladentown.
10:00 AM - Meeting rest of the group at Sri Ranganatha Temple.
10:40 AM - Entering the Harriman state park.
12:30 PM - Reaching the Pine Meadow trail.
01:30 PM - Lunch at Lake Sebago.
02:30 PM - Reaching the ruins.
04:50 PM - Returning to Ladentown.
05:36 PM - Taking the bus back to Port Authority Bus Terminal.We have 2 meeting points:
*1st meeting point* - 08:15 (1st floor) in front of Dunkin' Donuts at Port Authority Bus Terminal
625 8th Ave, New York (https://maps.app.goo.gl/qzYGMQQZXFvDFdjC7)
*2d meeting point* - 10:00 AM Sri Ranganatha Temple
8 Ladentown Rd, Pomona, NY (https://goo.gl/maps/VVB6JhRNfkvPoUtd9)
Please don't come late as the bus will NOT wait for you.How to get there?
By bus:
From to: Port Authority Bus Terminal to Ladentown (look for a 08:44 AM bus).
Way back: Ladentown to Port Authority Bus Terminal (look for 5:36 PM bus).
By car: ask a group if someone is driving and can give you a ride.
How to buy a ticket:
at Port Authority Bus terminal
at https://www.coachusa.com
From: Port Authority Bus Terminal- 405 - New York, NY
To: Rt 202 & Rt 306 - Pomona Heights - Pomona, NY
It's about 62 min ride ($12.45 one way)Total distance: approx. 12 miles (with 2.5 mph).
Total elevation: 750ft
We are open to any age groups, but please consider your abilities to walk that long.
Do NOT wear shorts as we will pass wild bushes.
We suggest getting bus tickets in advance.
We will have multiple stops via our hike.
Please bring enough water and food for the whole day.
Swimming: at your own risk (organizers will never encourage you to do so).
For the walkie-talkie lovers, we will use frequency: 462.6125 or 462.6375 (Channel 3 and 4).Map: [)
We might optimize the route based on weather and other conditions.Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145
Our meetup group: https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d
Whatsapp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GVXEFcR4PMjH70KLNlbpRV
Telegram: https://t.me/neverwinterfreePlease apply via:
IG: neverwinter_free_parties
LINE: cozmo31
Wechat: cozmo31
www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=28694880Disclaimer of liability:
By participating in this activity you agree that organizers are not to be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur before, during or after the event. - 25th Anniversary Ride (Manhattan)East 34th Street, New York, NY 10016, Manhattan, NE
It's a free event and only heavy rain can stop us!
Dear North American mammals, it's time to do our 25th anniversary ride!
This time we will pedal through Manhattan.
After the ride every participant will receive a complimentary gift.
This is a loop ride!June 14 (Saturday)
Starts at: 08:45 AMStarting point: in front of East 34th Street Ferry terminal
https://goo.gl/maps/wgVREdm6iQRGw7AB6Endpoint: Columbus Circle
https://goo.gl/maps/Vjy84udL2AegZ5Yh8Map: [)
Google map: https://goo.gl/maps/AsuMcnbjkuqWAsNu7
Total distance: 17 miles (100 min ride)
Average speed: 11mph
Elevation: 308ftWe might optimize the route based on weather and other conditions.
Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145
Our meetup group: https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d
Whatsapp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GlgGMqvMRt7I6OP0lRp6im
Telegram: https://t.me/neverwinterfreePlease apply via:
IG: neverwinter_free_parties
LINE: cozmo31
Wechat: cozmo31
www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=28694880Disclaimer of liability:
By participating in this activity you agree that organizers are not to be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur before, during or after the event. - Poughkeepsie to Tarrytown Free RideGrand Central Terminal, New York, NY
Only rain can stop us!
Dear cyclists, let's pedal through another wonderful route called: William R. Steinhaus Dutchess rail trail.
We will take an early train from Grand Central (please look for a 7:50 AM train) to Poughkeepsie, and pedal all the way to Tarrytown.
If we don't get tired, we will pedal more.
Most of the pathway goes on green trails.
We will have numerous stops and have lunch by the Brewster.
This is NOT a loop ride!June 21 (Saturday)
1st meeting point 07:20 AM:
At center of Grand Central Terminal (look for a round information kiosk).
89 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017
https://maps.app.goo.gl/sPc2Uss2715yXnti62d meeting point - 10:06 AM:
in front of the entrance to Poughkeepsie station
41 Main St, Poughkeepsie, NY
https://maps.app.goo.gl/RkdQWKGuPbGvs2YR7Map: [)
Google: https://maps.app.goo.gl/RNacn2XHQUyAZTxcAAbout 8 hours ride (average speed 11 mph)
Total distance: 72.6 mi
Terrain: 100% paved
Elevation: 1814ft
We suggest get your tickets ahead of timeOur FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145
Our meetup group: https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d
Whatsapp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GlgGMqvMRt7I6OP0lRp6im
Telegram: https://t.me/neverwinterfreePlease apply via:
IG: neverwinter_free_parties
LINE: cozmo31
Wechat: cozmo31
www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=28694880Disclaimer of liability:
By participating in this activity you agree that organizers are not to be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur before, during or after the event. - Franny Reese State Park and Poughkeepsie HikeGrand Central Terminal, New York, NY
It's a free event and only heavy rain can stop us!
Dear North American mammals, it's time to come back to Franny Reese!
This is the easiest hike of our group.
We will enjoy the view of the Hudson river from the longest walkway bridge on the way back.
The event will be followed by a well-deserved feast of chicken wings or Italian pasta at a nearby tavern.June 22 (Sunday)
1st meeting point - 8:20 AM:
Center of Grand Central Terminal (look for a round information kiosk).89 E 42nd St, New York
https://maps.app.goo.gl/sPc2Uss2715yXnti62d meeting point - 11:05 AM:
in front of the entrance to Poughkeepsie station
41 Main St, Poughkeepsie, NY
https://maps.app.goo.gl/RkdQWKGuPbGvs2YR7Detailed plan:
08:20 AM - Meeting at center of Grand Central Terminal (look for a round information kiosk)
08:53 AM - Departure from Grand Central to Poughkeepsie train station
10:59 AM - Arriving at Poughkeepsie
11:05 AM - Meeting rest of the group in front of the entrance to Poughkeepsie station
https://maps.app.goo.gl/RkdQWKGuPbGvs2YR7
11:10 AM - Start hiking
12:40 PM - Lunch by the White trail of Franny Reese
01:10 PM - Continue hiking
03:10 PM - Reaching the Walkway Over the Hudson State Park
04:00 PM - Reaching Poughkeepsie
04:20 PM - Dinner at restaurant
05:49 PM - Departure from Poughkeepsie station to Grand Central station
07:52 PM - Arriving at Grand Central station**** HOW TO GET THERE and BACK ***
Metro-North train:
Way to: Grand Central to Poughkeepsie train station (look for 8:53 AM train).
Way back: Poughkeepsie train station to Grand Central (look for 5:49 PM train).
By car: ask a group if someone is driving and can give you a ride.*** USEFUL INFO ***
Total distance about 10 miles
Total elevation 1063 ft.
Please don't come late as the train will NOT wait for you
Walkie-talkie: our frequency: 462.6125 or 462.6375 (Channel 3 and 4)
Please bring enough water and food for whole day
We do not recommend you to swim at lakes and rivers
We suggest getting train tickets in advance at Grand Central station or through the MTA appMap (screenshot): [)
Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1KiV5v4N9uygKq8W8
All trails: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/yellow-trail-and-white-trail-loopOur FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145
Our meetup group: https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d
Whatsapp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GVXEFcR4PMjH70KLNlbpRV
Telegram: https://t.me/neverwinterfreePlease apply via:
IG: neverwinter_free_parties
LINE: cozmo31
Wechat: cozmo31
www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=28694880Disclaimer of liability:
By participating in this activity you agree that organizers are not to be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur before, during or after the event.
