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Fire Island Cabin 2008

Explore the rugged beauty of dune, forest, and marsh at the National Seashore from AMC's Fire Island Cabin. Fire Island Cabin. Photo: Shawn BergeronBeaches for swimming in the Atlantic Ocean, and canoeing and sailing on Great South Bay are just a short walk from the front deck. And, it's all surprisingly accessible by public transportation from downtown Manhattan.

Season Dates
May to October.

Basics

  • Two co-ed 12-bunk dorms with mattresses, blankets, and pillows (bring linens or sleeping bags).
  • Communal kitchen: weekend guests share food prep and cleanup; midweek is self-service.
  • Screened porch/library, decks, shared bathrooms, hot outdoor showers & outdoor BBQ, beach umbrellas, and chairs.
  • Activities: Canoeing/kayaking, swimming.
2008 Rates

AMC Member
Weekend (two nights with meals) $135
One night of any weekend (with meals) $100
Holiday & special weekends higher rates
Monday to Thursday, lodging only $30/night
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Nonmembers are welcome when accompanied by AMC member; higher rates apply.

Reservations & Policies

  • To reserve weekends, call 212-606-2293 or email ficres@earthlink.net after April 7 and leave your name, phone number, or email and date(s). We will confirm availability and request full payment within 5 days.
  • To reserve midweek, call 631-583-5366, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., Monday through Thursday after May 12.
  • Full payment is required in advance of your stay.

Cancellations for weekend reservations:

  • Over four weeks notice — full refund.
  • Over one week to four weeks notice — refund minus $35.
  • Under one week (7 days) notice — no refund.

Cancellations for midweek reservations:

  • 20% administration charge and 48-hour notice required or minimum of one night's stay will be charged.

For more details, send a large, self-addressed stamped envelope to AMC/FIC, P.O. Box 301, New York, NY 10040 for our Fire Island Info-Pac.

Photo: Jeff Bergeron
 

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