Adventure Groups New York

OC Trek - Intermediate/Advanced

Saturday Hike Kaaterskill Falls [Transportation Included]

**To attend this event, simply RSVPing on Meetup isn’t enough — you must book through our website to secure your spot.** **TO ATTEND YOU MUST BOOK ► [HERE](https://outyork.com/new-york-hiking-tours/kaaterskill-falls-08-29-26/)** **EXPLORE MORE ADVENTURES ►** **[Upcoming Events](https://outyork.com/new-york-hiking-tours/)** **Kaaterskill Falls** Join us for an unforgettable hike to **Kaaterskill Falls**, one of the tallest waterfalls in New York! This easy to moderate trail leads to a stunning two-tier cascade dropping 260 feet, with scenic viewpoints and a dramatic natural setting along the way. We’ll climb stone steps, visit a viewing platform, and **we’ll have time to relax and swim in the famous Blue Hole, a beautiful natural swimming pool formed by the waterfall.** Its refreshing waters provide the perfect way to cool off and unwind after a rewarding day on the trail. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced hiker, this adventure offers breathtaking views and a perfect way to connect with nature. Let’s explore together! *We’re getting away from the city to forget about timing, enjoy nature, and connect with others. If you’re looking to make new outdoorsy friends, you’ve found the perfect place. If you’re seeking a fast-paced group, this might not be the right fit.* 🗺️ About the Hike * **Small Group Experience:** 2 - 16 OutYorkers. * **Hiking Route:** [FootPath Map](https://footpathapp.com/routes/d38471d6-569e-4b40-b0f3-719414f06dc5) * **Difficulty:** Easy - Moderate. The perceived difficulty may increase if you are a beginner hiker or not physically active. * **Elevation Gain:** 490 (149 mt) * **Highest Elevation:** 2,067 ft (630 mt) * **Lowest Elevation:** 1,818 ft (554 mt) * **Hiking Distance:** 3.12 mi (5 km) * **Hiking Time:** 3h 30m. This could change according to the group pace. ✅ **Included:** **According to Selected Package.** ❌ **Not Included:** Anything not mentioned in the selected package. **EXPLORE MORE ADVENTURES HERE ►** **[Upcoming Events](https://outyork.com/new-york-hiking-tours/)**

Mt. Whitney - day trip

Exploring the Hidden Gems of Central Park

Tickets: $39.98 (advance registration required) Click the link below to officially register for this experience: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1990014526017](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1990014526017) Clocking in at 843 acres, New York City's Central Park is one of the world's largest urban parks, teeming with lakes, waterfalls, meadows, and wooded areas. But how has the park changed since its inception nearly 165 years ago, and what sites help tell its incredible story along the way? From a statue dedicated to a beloved sled dog to the oldest outdoor monument in New York City, it's time to explore Manhattan's urban jewel like never before. Join [New York Adventure Club](http://www.nyadventureclub.com) as we explore the rich history and hidden gems of Central Park along a custom-curated path spanning from the South End to Mid-Park. Led by NYC tour guide Ginny Poleman, our moderately-paced walk through a portion of Central Park will include: * A **brief overview of Central Park's inception** and how the vision of architect Frederick Law Olmsted and landscape architect Calvert Vaux eventually came to pass * A **visit to four of the park's twenty nine sculptures** including Bethesda Fountain's Angel in Waters to the new Women's Rights Pioneer sculpture * **Stops at historic sites throughout the park**, including the park’s second oldest building, the only straight path in the entire park, a 3,500 year-old Egyptian obelisk, and a surveyor bolt from New York City's 1811 street grid * A **walk through the wooded and hilly area known as the Ramble**, with a stop at the medieval-like Belvedere Castle with sweeping views of the surrounding area [Click here](https://youtube.com/shorts/G6VrflJvCYw?feature=share "https://youtube.com/shorts/G6VrflJvCYw?feature=share") for a preview of the experience 📽️ See you there! \*Please bring a water bottle and comfortable pair of shoes as we’ll be doing a lot of walking! \*\*This tour concludes at 79th Street & 5th Avenue Disclaimer Event takes place rain or shine. By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our [terms of service](https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms). Categories: In-Person, Neighborhood Tours

OC Trek - All Levels

Exclusive Japanese Summer Tea Ceremony @ Authentic Kyoto-Crafted Teahouse

Tickets: $61.08 (advance registration required) Click the link below to officially register for this experience: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1993537819282](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1993537819282) While many cultures around the world practice some type of tea ceremony, none are as meticulous and detail-oriented as the Japanese tea ceremony of Urasenke. But where did this ancient tea ceremony come from, and why does it take a lifetime to master? It's time to step into an authentic Kyoto-inspired setting and experience one of Japan's oldest tea traditions without ever leaving New York City. Join [New York Adventure Club](http://www.nyadventureclub.com "http://www.nyadventureclub.com") for an exclusive summer Japanese Chakai, a special seasonal tea gathering rarely experienced outside of Japan. Led by a Tea Master at the Urasenke Chanoyu Center — a private organization established in 1967 to promote the rich cultural tea tradition of Urasenke in New York City and teach its members how to master this ancient tradition over the course of 10-15 years — this unique experience will include: * **A brief overview of the Urasenke Chanoyu Center**, from its days as an 1880s carriage house to the studio of famed artist Mark Rothko * **Access inside a traditional Kyoto-inspired tea room overlooking a serene private Japanese roji ("garden")**, all handcrafted by master carpenters from Kyoto using imported Japanese materials * **A special summer Chakai** celebrating the season with traditions centered around "beating the heat" and enjoying the spirit of summer * **A full traditional tea ceremony** with special supplies imported from Japan * **An opportunity to enjoy premier matcha** **from a centuries-old Japanese tea purveyor** alongside fresh homemade sweets specially designed to pair with the tea * **A look at the contemporary and vintage ceramic utensils** from private collections, specially selected for this seasonal gathering See you there! \*Cell phones and cameras are not permitted inside the teahouse — all personal belongings will be safely secured in the reception area \*\*Rules: Out of consideration for the fragile tea ceremony mats and teabowls, please refrain from wearing jeans; remove watches and rings; refrain from wearing cosmetics including strong perfume; shorts and skirts must cover knees. Bring a clean pair of socks. \*\*\*When inside the tea room, we will be sitting on the floor. If you require a tatami tea chair, please contact the Urasenke Chanoyu Center with at least 24 hours notice: info@urasenkenewyork.org. \*\*\*\*Matcha and sweets contain allergens such as caffeine and various sweeteners. Please refrain from consuming if you have allergies. Substitutions may not be available. **Schedule of Events** 10:45am: Arrive and prepare for tea ceremony 11:00am-Noon: Tea ceremony **Testimonials** "This event is perfect and gives you a very good idea about a Japanese tea ceremony" - Maryline "[I liked] everything - the sensei, the space, the ceremony itself, the philosophy behind it. It was a wonderful experience." - Zhanna "We enjoyed ourselves immensely at this event!" - Yvette "I loved the venue--a genuine cultural experience, truly educational, unusual, off-the-beaten-path, small size, caring staff member" - Helen "It was excellently executed. The host of the event explained everything cultural aspects of the traditional making of the tea in a clear and accurate manner. All aspects of the event went off without a single glitch. Would love to do it again." -Mardine "Totally surprising authentic Japanese oasis in Manhattan. Very informative, half-lecture half theatrical performance. Once again, NY Adventure Club provided interesting educational unique experience. Cannot be more pleased with the time well spent." -Yevgeniya "Detailed information provided by knowledgeable and friendly masters and their assistants, in a beautiful otherworldly setting. My first experience with the New York Adventure Club and the Urasenke Chanoyu Center, hopefully not my last with either!" -Christian "I was so impressed teachers knowledge and environment at the venue ! Everything was awesome ! Thank you so much." -Yumi "Enjoyed the historical aspect of the school building and learning about the tea and tea ceremony. The small group size was perfect." -Kerry "Very informative AWESOME environment." -Miriam "Everything. The venue, hosts and demonstrations were explained very well." -Felicia "Got to know a lot about Japanese culture." -Megha "Learning about a culture and tradition as very enriching." -Rachel "I love the full tea demonstration." -Nicole "The space, the teaching and the atmosphere." -David "The presentation by the host." -Michael "The atmosphere was nice, the group was nice and friendly and had a lot of interesting questions which helped everyone obtain more knowledge about the topic." -Yiheng "Everything - interiors, a teacher, people attending." -Alexander "Loved the gentleman who taught us about the ceremony. He was so knowledgeable and had a wonderful sense of humor." -Theresa LaSalle "The information provided was thourough and entertaining." -Keith "This event is perfect and gives you a very good idea about a Japanese tea ceremony." -Maryline "Extremely informative. The host patiently answered all our questions about the tea ceremony. Lovely tea authentic house." -Ruth "I loved the venue--a genuine cultural experience, truly educational, unusual, off-the-beaten-path, small size, caring staff member." -Helen "The information was delivered in an entertaining and amusing manner and I learned quite a lot." -Cathryn "The content, location and instruction." -Heather "The location was very unique. The presentation was informative yet personable. Good length of time." -Ellen "The hosts were gracious, the setting beautiful, and I learned a lot." -suzanne "Learning about the ceremony. Visiting the garden." -Molly "Learning about a different culture and its ceremonies and rituals." -Roger "Interactive and pleasant." -Nicole "The tea ceremony, and the explanations." -Elissa " Very informative and fun to experience something so different!" -Linda " Opportunity to learn about tea ceremony in a beautiful and authentic setting with a seasoned teacher" -Kathyrn " We had a great time. Thank you very much." -Yumi " Learned so much about the history and traditions surrounding the tea ceremony. Philip was knowledgeable and efficient in his presentation." -Jean " Guide was knowledgeable and welcomed questions. Fascinating insight in to Japanese culture. Really, really special place, a lovely discovery." -C " Glimpse into Japanese culture. Well done. Authentic. Caring hosts." -Nancy " Everything, the history, the demonstration, the tea, the garden, the people" -Justyna " Learned in detail about the tea ceremony." -Lorraine " It was a great introduction to the tea ceremony. The guide was knowledgeable and answered all the questions ." -Svetlana " I loved the content, the flow and transition of the presentation was flawless." -Diane "Thorough, enjoyable host, fantastic ceremony. I'm going to bring more friends next time!" -Sean "It was a informative cultural experience." -Roseanne "Historical information was excellent. Host was very knowledgeable, interesting, and well versed in Japanese culture" -Dawn "Interesting and different. The staff was amazing." -Ali "The aesthetic was great very authentic. Very interesting unique experience." -Ae "This was a wonderful, informative, thoughtful event that allowed the participant to really disengage from everything outside the doors of the center…!! The docent was wonderful (!!) and the guide very attentive (thank you!). We look forward to expanding our knowledge and experience of Japanese culture and traditions as a result. Three cheers to the NY Adventure Club for organizing this!! We look forward to attending future events. Many thanks!! The afternoon was such a gift to those in attendance." -Linda "Informative and fun" -Beatrice "The host was very knowledgeable and happy to answer questions. The event was also very accessible for people unfamiliar with tea." -Daniel "Philip is an excellent host and instructor. He was informative and his passion for the subject matter was shared with the audience. What a wonderful opportunity to learn about the way of tea from a great teacher." -Marilyn Disclaimer By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our [terms of service](https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms "https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms"). Categories: In-Person, Instructional

End of Summer Alaska Cruise - 8 Days 7 Nights

Yellowstone Women’s Hiking and Hot Springs Weekend

PTO hanging on by a thread like your favorite ugly bra? We blow the roof off of what’s possible to do and see in 4 days with this women-only hiking and hot springs adventure weekend in Yellowstone National Park! You’ll meet up with the group girlies in Jackson, WY for a caffeinated drive to Old Faithful, which erupts every 90 minutes like the bad bitch she is! Gawk as you walk amongst ONE-QUARTER of the world’s geysers in Yellowstone’s stunning Upper Geyser Basin. Get all the braggy photos of Grand Prismatic’s steaming rainbow that’s way more dramatic than a Beyonce Met Gala look. Hike past giant Hoodoo rock formations and stunning basalt columns that might turn you into a giant geology nerd. We’ve got sneaky waterfall stops. Choose-your-own adventure hikes. Secret trails… along with Yellowstone classics––like a Hoodoo hike into Mammoth Hot Springs, a friggin wildlife safari in the Lamar Valley, and a canyon walk into Artist’s Point at sunrise. And to top it all off, we’ll slip into a hot spring as the sun sets, letting those adventure muscles soak while you bask in some serious golden-hour goddess vibes. We could see grey wolves, grizzlies, bison, eagles, and more. We’ll enjoy hearty meals and our own private shuttle that blasts Stevie Nicks. Plus daily free time for introvert recharging and comfy lodge beds to rest our happy bones. Give us your overworked bodies for one long weekend, and we’ll give you back your feral souls. **See the website for full itinerary, details and to book.** [https://explorerchick.com/trip/yellowstone-womens-hiking-weekend/](https://explorerchick.com/trip/yellowstone-womens-hiking-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)

Day Trip to Lake Sebago

Banff Hut to Hut Glacier Backpacking and Hiking

Join us on a Banff Canada Hiking + Hut-to-Hut Backpacking Adventure for women only! During your 6-day trip, backpack hut-to-hut in the remote backcountry of Banff National Park. Enjoy day hikes through the towering mountains and glacier fed lakes of the Canadian Rockies. This is not the maple syrup harvest your aunt went to that one time. This is Wild Canada, sister! **GUIDED HIKING IN BANFF, CANADA NATIONAL PARKS** First, spend three days hiking in and exploring nearby national and provincial parks. The town of Banff is surrounded on all sides by them, boasting some of the most beautiful landscapes that Canada offers. Experience the iconic hiking trails in the surrounding parks, the atmosphere of the quaint mountain town, and the quiet backcountry bliss amongst flanneled femmes. Day-hike to turquoise glacier fed lakes, past waterfalls, along pointed mountain ridge lines, and through luscious green valleys. Snap an iconic photo by Moraine Lake to add to your Instagram feed. You’ll feel as if you’re in a fairy tale admiring the chateau from Lake Louise. Also enjoy exploring lesser known trails as our local guides share their favorites hikes. You could be hiking to glacier fed lakes in Banff National Park, past stunning waterfalls in Yoho National Park, up and over a mountain pass in Kananaskis Country and more. **EXPLORING DOWNTOWN BANFF** Each evening, we’ll return to our downtown Banff hotel, roll on some deodorant, and head out on the town to dine as a group. In your free time, soak your beautiful bones in one of the outdoor hot tubs or curl up cat-like beside the outdoor fireplace. Buzzed storytelling is encouraged. **CANADIAN ROCKIES HUT-TO-HUT GUIDED BACKPACKING AND GLACIER CROSSING** On the final three days of your adventure, we leave behind the hustle and noise of Banff and its tourists. Load up a 70L backpack with glacier crossing gear and all of the essentials for a hut-to-hut trek across the Wapta Icefields of the Canadian Rockies. The Icefields are rolling, gentle glaciers that you will trek up and over during the course of three days. Experience first hand a rapidly disappearing mountain landscape while immersing yourself in a truly remote and unique, backcountry environment. Your destination each evening is rustic, remote alpine huts high up in mountains. There aren’t many backcountry treks that you can get the alpine trifecta—glaciers, mountains, and cozy alpine huts! **ALL MAJOR BACKPACKING AND GLACIER CROSSING GEAR PROVIDED** * 70L backpack * sleeping bag * mountaineering boots * climbing harness * climbing helmet * crampons * ice axe * ropes **See the website for full itinerary, details and to book.** [https://explorerchick.com/adventures/banff-hut-to-hut-hiking-adventure/](https://explorerchick.com/adventures/banff-hut-to-hut-hiking-adventure/) **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)

Yosemite National Park Hiking Tour

This life-changing, 4-day women’s Yosemite hiking adventure will give you jaw-dropping views of granite mountains, wide-open meadows, and ancient Sequoia trees. Maybe this trip is what your boss means when they demand leaving no stone unturned? Set that out of office and buy the hiking leggings with the deep pockets because your girl gang is WAITING FOR YOU. With your new besties beside you and our professional guides showing you the good pee spots, we’ll explore the best Yosemite peaks and valleys in this crazy-beautiful playground. By day, we’ll clamber up towering domes and stroll through lush valleys. By nightfall, we’ll laugh until we can’t breathe and fall asleep smiling, snuggled up in our cozy cabins. Enjoy a Google Earth view of Yosemite Valley from the top of Taft Point. Hike through a grove of forever-old Jeffrey Pines to summit Sentinel Dome. Feast on the panoramic majesty of Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and Glacier Point. Seriously, this is your life right now, and you are HERE! Hiking the famous Mist Trail will lead us through pristine wilderness to the deafening roar of Vernal and Nevada Falls. You’ll forget an entire household depends on you as you dash through the heart of Yosemite’s High Sierra meadows, taking a lunch break by a diamond-clear lake, surrounded by the towering granite peaks of the Cathedral Range. We’ll cross wooden footbridges and babbling streams to stand inside a cathedral of trees, where sequoias stand like ancient sentinels. These living legends have names, personalities, and GOSSIP. You’ll meet Grizzly Giant, The Bachelor, Three Graces, and The Faithful Couple. (Or so they claim…) Your only mission after the day’s Yosemite hike – eating, sleeping, and cackling with your new friends. No, you can’t help us with dishes. Yes, you can have seconds. Enjoy the feral highs of traveling with adult women who love and accept you just as you are. **See the website for full itinerary, details and to book.** [https://explorerchick.com/trip/yosemite-national-park-hiking-tour/](https://explorerchick.com/trip/yosemite-national-park-hiking-tour/) **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)

Yosemite Half Dome Backpacking

Hit your bucket list with all the feels on this women’s guided hiking and backpacking weekend! During your Yosemite Half Dome Hike adventure, tour Yosemite National Park as you climb the famous cables of Half Dome with ladies who do their own stunts. Live out every last one of those John Muir nature quotes in the backcountry of Yosemite National Park. Mountains calling? Check. Between two pines? Check. Walk with nature? Double-check. **GUIDED BACKPACKING IN YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK BACKCOUNTRY** Romp through the backcountry on a demanding, yet epic backpacking trip. Meet your new woman crushes in the Yosemite Valley as the landscape gives way to mountains, waterfalls, and a piney perfume that’ll make Yankee Candle totally jelly. Mother Nature swiped ALL THE WAY right. Leave the phone on airplane mode to immerse yourself in stunning national park backcountry over the course of four epic days. Climb steep, challenging trails to look down upon the Valley with a panoramic view that includes Mt. Starr King, Half Dome, Nevada Falls, Illilouette Falls, and plenty of ant-sized tourists with tiny selfie sticks. **HALF DOME: HIKING TO THE TOP** Fuel up for the real MVP—the famous cables of Half Dome! Blast that hiker booty (and bring plenty of water) while ascending 500 feet up a .5 mile of steps carved into the rock. Then, the real fun begins. It’s a 400-foot gain up the top of Half Dome with some points at 70%+ grades. Pace your footwork on wooden slabs spaced out on the climb as you get the upper body workout of a lifetime. Worth it? HELL YES! **BACKPACKING EQUIPMENT PROVIDED** Don’t have backpacking equipment, but can Beastmaster the stairs? Perfect. Explorer Chick has you covered with: * a backpack * sleeping bag * sleeping pad * shared tent All you need to do is show up for this Yosemite Half Dome Hike to backpack like a boss and get that National Parks bucket list checked. **See the website for full itinerary, details and to book.** [https://explorerchick.com/adventures/yosemite-half-dome-hike-backpacking](https://explorerchick.com/adventures/yosemite-half-dome-hike-backpacking/) **Say Hello 👋** **💻** Website: [https://explorerchick.com/](https://explorerchick.com/) 📧 Email: 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)