AMC’s Mohican Outdoor Center in the Delaware Water Gap is pleased to offer a series of volunteer-led "Mohican Getaways." These events are designed to provide our guests with an opportunity to join with fellow outdoor enthusiasts. Many weekends feature specific themes such as Irish dancing, digital outdoor photography, and yoga. Each event will be hosted by an AMC volunteer leader and will generally run from Friday night to Sunday afternoon although some mid week getaways are available too. Rates start out at just $115 and include your lodging, some meals, and your program.
Here is the upcoming schedule of Mohican Getaways:
Fri-Sun, Oct 23-25. A Mindfulness Retreat, Weekend Getaway at Mohican. Lilian Zwyns and Walter Lyons, students of meditation and mindfulness, who have been inspired by the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh, Zen monk and peace activist, will lead our weekend. Lilian, ordained into Thich Nhat Hanh’s core community, The Order of Interbeing, and Walter will guide us in understanding, developing and maintaining a daily mindfulness practice, leading into meditation. Oh yes, bring your hiking boots too! Fee $115/M, $127/NM includes 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, Sat. Social Hour and Vegetarian Dinner. For registration and further info contact Host Tanya McCabe, tanyagmy@yahoo.com, 908-362-5499 NCA 9:30.
Fri-Sun, Oct 30 - Nov 1. Young Members Howling Halloween Weekend Getaway at Mohican. Join fellow young members, ghouls, goblins, and ghosts, as we explore haunted trails and the possessed pond and otherwise enjoy the beautiful setting of the Mohican Outdoor Center. The Center is located on the fabled Jersey Devil side of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Do as much or as little as you like but be sure to bring your Ouija board and be prepared to have a frightfully fun weekend full of outdoor activity accented with Halloween inspired entertainment! There will be a Saturday night costumer party with prizes for the best and second best costumes as well as an October fest themed happy hour. Fee $115/M, $127/NM, includes two nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, 2 happy hours (BYOB) & Saturday dinner.
Register by emailing/calling Mohican Outdoor Center at mohican@mindspring.com or (908) 362-5670, 9am-5pm. For further details contact hostesses Donna Morgan and Carolyn Wigmore telepathically or via e-mail tenkmaniacs@yahoo.com/Wigc150@yahoo.com.
Fri-Sun, Nov. 6-8. Map and Compass Weekend Getaway at Mohican. It's good to find yourself. In this course, put your map and compass skills to work and build confidence as you experience real-life bushwhacking and triangulation situations in indoor and outdoor exercises. Learn to deal with obstacles, interpret terrain, and estimate distances. L. Mark Kern . Fee: $115, $127 N/M includes 2 nights lodging, Sat and Sun breakfast and Sat night dinner, and instruction. To register call 908-362-5670.
Fri-Sun, Nov. 6-8. Slovenian Heritage Weekend Getaway at Mohican. International folk dance workshop, fun with proverbs, klobase (sausage) making demonstration, a Slovenian film (sub-titled in English) and more. Easier "Mount Triglav at Mohican" hike (a true Slovene has summited Slovenia's highest mountain)! Fee $122/AMC members, $134/non-members includes activities, 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, Friday happy hour and Sat. Slovenian wine tasting/dinner. Hosts: Ria (Polajner) Whitmire and Lynn Zalokar. For questions call Lynn at (201) 947-6336, lzalokar@yahoo.com and to register call Mohican Outdoor Center, (908) 362-5670.
Fri-Sun, Nov. 20-22. Yoga and Hiking Weekend Getaway at Mohican. Come to Mohican to harmonize body, mind and spirit with yoga and hiking. Both offered on Sat. & Sun., do as much or as little as you like. All levels are welcome. Yoga will emphasize releasing tension, turning inward, and calming the mind. Fee $115/M, $127/NM includes 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, Sat. happy hour & dinner. For further info contact Co-Leader/Certified Integral Yoga Teacher: Mary Saraco, 40 Bentley Court, Bedminster, NJ 07921, (908) 781-7072, msaraco@aol.com.Hike Leader: Jack O’Donohue. To register call Mohican at 908-362-5670.
Fri-Sun, Dec. 4-6. Hike and Folk-dance Weekend Getaway at Mohican. Chill your legs on the trails or warm them with international folk-dance, as you like. All levels are welcome, all dances taught. Fee $115/M, $127/NM includes 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts and Sat. happy hour & dinner, 2 morning and 1 evening dance sessions, Sat. afternoon hike. Hosts: Annette Sheldon and Stan de Riel 609-275-1320, email annettegabriele@verizon.net Register by emailing/calling Mohican Outdoor Center at mohican@mindspring.com or 908-362-5670, 9-5pm.
Fri-Sun, Jan 8-10. SOLO Wilderness First Aid at Mohican. The WFA course will teach you how to deal with common medical incidents and accidents that occur in the backcountry. It stresses safety, preparation, crisis avoidance, and the treatment of problems such as blisters, sprains, hypothermia, heat disorders, protection from the elements and more. This course provides an important level of understanding about recognizing and treating medical emergencies or injuries and also discusses long-term patient care, a reality of backcountry travel. The WFA is a 16-hour course and can be used to re-certify a WFR level of training. CPR certification can be obtained for $35.00 during the course. Please inform the staff at Mohican if you desire this training prior to course start date. L SOLO. Fee: $237M, $261N/M includes 2 nights lodging, meals starting Sat breakfast, instruction and certification. To register call 908-362-5670.
Fri-Sun, Jan 22-24. Intro to Winter Hiking/Snowshoeing Wkend Getaway at Mohican. Are you a 3-season hiker who is considering expanding into winter activities this year? This is your chance to learn about clothing, equipment, and safety issues that go beyond 3 season conditions. Snowshoes and crampons will be available for rental if needed. Fee: $127/M, $140/NM, includes 2 nights lodging, two breakfasts, and Saturday dinner. Hosts: Lennie & Bill Steinmetz. Register by contacting the Mohican Outdoor Center 908-362-5670 or mohican@mindspring.com.
Fri-Sun, Jan 22-24. Cross Country Ski Weekend Wkend Getaway at Mohican. Explore the backcountry trails of the Delaware Water Gap and Poconos area on skis. If snow conditions are not suitable for skiing, we'll hike instead. Fee: $127M, $140NM includes 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, 2 happy hours, and Sat. dinner. Host: Mark Kern. Register by contacting the Mohican Outdoor Center 908-362-5670 or mohican@mindspring.com.
Fri-Sun, Feb 5-7. Cozy Singles Winter Wkend Getaway at Mohican. Come join us as we practice yoga for the very inflexible to athletic bodies (Yoga for Every Body), hike in the winter wonderland, and spend the evenings by the fireplace socializing, and possibly singing and/or engaging in a creative endeavor. You can do as much or as little as you want. Bring lunch for Saturday and Sunday. Other scrumptious meals prepared by Mohican's fabulous chefs! Facilitators: Alexis Kiriazides and Narani O'Shaughnessy. Akzds@yahoo.com and narani_o@yahoo.com for further info. Fee: $127M, $140NM includes 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, 2 happy hours, and Sat. dinner. Register by calling Mohican, 908-362-5670, 9am-5pm.
Fri-Sun, Feb 26-28. New Members Wkend Getaway at Mohican. Come get acquainted with some of your fellow AMC members while enjoying a weekend of hiking, socializing, entertainment, and just plain relaxing by the fire. Take advantage of this opportunity to start getting in shape for the upcoming spring/summer hiking season. Cost for the weekend is $127, which includes 2 nights lodging, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, guided hikes, a pre-dinner social, and other activities geared especially towards new members. Host: Chris Rapacki 908-400-5500 or c_rapacki@eptech.com. Register by contacting the Mohican Outdoor Center 908-362-5670 or mohican@mindspring.com.
Fri-Sun, March 5-7. Homebrew and Hiking Wkend Getaway at Mohican. Join us for 2 days of exploring the backcountry sections of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Depending on the conditions we'll hike or snowshoe to the various ponds and/or waterfalls in the DWNRA. Friday night there will be an intro to home brewing with samples of the various styles of beer. Saturday we'll bottle a batch during happy hour, while sampling the same brew made two weeks before. If you're a home brewer and would like to participate and share some of your work, please contact Kathy Scranton. Fee $127/M, $140/NM includes 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts and Sat happy hour & dinner. Activity fee for brewing materials is $20.00 payable Friday night. Hosts: Dave and Kathy Scranton, sknrfan@comcast.net (215-885-0359 before 9:00 p.m.). Register by emailing/calling Mohican Outdoor Center at mohican@mindspring.com or 908-362-5670, 9-5pm.
Fri-Sun., Mar 12-14. Acting for Singles Wkend Getaway at Mohican. Bring out your inner actor ‘acting weekend’ for Singles. Actress and drama teacher ‘Narani O’ will lead the group in acting and improvisational exercises that will loosen one up and get us into acting. On Sat., after a morning hike we will continue with the acting exercises and maybe some scripted scenes. Participants will be able to take risks in a safe and non-judgmental environment. On Sat. night, we can entertain each other by ‘performing’ some scenes. For beginners and academy award winners alike. Fee $127M, $140NM includes instruction, scripts, 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, Sat happy hour and dinner. Host: Alexis Kiriazides and Narani O’Shaughnessy, Questions? E-mail Narani at narani_o@yahoo.com or call 917-692-9340 or Alexiskzds@yahoo.com or call 917-270-7297. Register by calling Mohican at 908-362-5670.
Fri-Sun., Mar 19-21. SOLO Wilderness First Aid at Mohican. The WFA course will teach you how to deal with common medical incidents and accidents that occur in the backcountry. It stresses safety, preparation, crisis avoidance, and the treatment of problems such as blisters, sprains, hypothermia, heat disorders, protection from the elements and more. This course provides an important level of understanding about recognizing and treating medical emergencies or injuries and also discusses long-term patient care, a reality of backcountry travel. The WFA is a 16-hour course and can be used to re-certify a WFR level of training. CPR certification can be obtained for $35.00 during the course. Please inform the staff at Mohican if you desire this training prior to course start date. Fee: $237M, $261N/M includes 2 nights lodging, meals starting Sat breakfast, instruction and certification. To register call 908-362-5670.
Fri.-Sun., Apr 2-4. Rails to Trails Hiking Wkend at Mohican. Join us for a weekend of hiking on old rail lines converted into hiking trails. One day will be spent hiking the Lackawanna Cutoff from Blairstown, NJ to Portland, PA, which will cross two cement viaducts. The next day will be spent hiking the "Lehigh & New England" rail line from Columbia to Blairstown, NJ. Car shuttles will be provided each day. Mason Logie will give a history of each rail line. Hiking boots and 2 qts of water required. Fee $127 /m, 140/nm, 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts. Sat happy hour & dinner. Register by calling Mohican at 908-362-5670.
Fri-Sun, Apr 16-18. Irish Song and Dance Wkend Getaway at Mohican. Join us for a weekend of Irish music and dance. Noel Cotter will teach Irish set and ceili dancing with Gina Carmody and Dan Hunt, leading us in music and song. Bring your dancing shoes, instruments and hiking boots. Fee $127/M, $140/NM includes instruction, 2 nights lodging, 2 light breakfasts, Sat. happy hour & dinner. Hosts: Michael Dalton & Tanya McCabe. Register by emailing/calling Michael Dalton, trvlnmny@yahoo.com, or 908-362-5499.
Fri-Sun., May 7-9. Glorious Spring Birding Wkend Getaway at Mohican. Let’s see how many species we can count while wandering in the glorious spring woods around Mohican at the height of the spring migration. Orioles, Tanagers and warblers for sure. Beginner birders very welcome. Instruction in birding basics will be given. This may be the beginning of a lifelong pleasure. Must bring binoculars, birding guide and notebook to record sightings. Fee $127/M, $140/NM includes 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, Sat. happy hour BYOB, and a delicious Sat. dinner. Register with J. Dunham. janicedunham@hotmail.com
Fri-Sun., May 7-9. Rock Climbing for Beginners, Mohican. This two-day program introduces you to basic rock climbing and “top-roping” techniques. The goal of this course is to offer the first time climber (or experienced climbers who would like to learn more about the technical side of climbing systems and climbing techniques) the information and skills that allow you to become comfortable on the rock. By focusing on the skills needed to become a self-sufficient rock climber, our aim is to bring you closer to a level of understanding of climbing that enables you to continue to climb on your own. Instruction covers climbing techniques, belaying skills, anchors, rappelling, climbing equipment (including equipment inspections and limitations) and classic top rope setups. Min. age 18 (16 w. adult). L. Rich Petteruti of Lord Stirling School. Fee: $415M, $457 NM. To reg. call 908-0362-5670.
Fri-Sun., May 14-16. Intro to Digital Outdoor Photography Wkend Getaway at Mohican. This course is designed for the beginning digital photographer. Topics covered will include composition, how to use digital camera features, optimizing the image in Adobe Photoshop Elements, and making the print. Participation Optional. Fee: $127M, $140N/M plus $10 material/processing cost for instruction. Fee includes instruction and materials, 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, Sat happy hour and dinner. Hosts: Wayne Wirta, Diann Connel.. Register by calling Mohican at 908-362-5670.
Fri-Sun., May 14-16. Map and Compass Wkend Getaway at Mohican. It's good to find yourself. In this course, put your map and compass skills to work and build confidence as you experience real-life bushwhacking and triangulation situations in indoor and outdoor exercises. Learn to deal with obstacles, interpret terrain, and estimate distances. L. Bob Crowley, NJ State Licensed Guide. Fee: $127M, $140N/M plus $10 material cost includes 2 nights lodging, breakfast Sat and Sun and dinner on Sat. 2 happy hours, instruction and materials. To register call 908-362-5670.
Fri-Sun., May 21-23. SOLO Wilderness First Aid at Mohican. The WFA course will teach you how to deal with common medical incidents and accidents that occur in the backcountry. It stresses safety, preparation, crisis avoidance, and the treatment of problems such as blisters, sprains, hypothermia, heat disorders, protection from the elements and more. This course provides an important level of understanding about recognizing and treating medical emergencies or injuries and also discusses long-term patient care, a reality of backcountry travel. The WFA is a 16-hour course and can be used to re-certify a WFR level of training. CPR certification can be obtained for $35.00 during the course. Please inform the staff at Mohican if you desire this training prior to course start date. L SOLO. Fee: $237M, $261N/M includes 2 nights lodging, meals starting Sat breakfast, instruction and certification. To register call 908-362-5670.
Fri.-Sun. May 28-30. The Synthesis of Yoga and Hiking at Mohican. Enjoy the ancient science of yoga in the magnificent natural beauty of the Mohican Outdoor Center. Learn yoga: philosophy, postures, breathing, relaxation techniques, diet. Program includes Sunrise meditation hiking, workshops and much more. Discover your inner peace. All levels welcomed. Fee $127/M, $140/NM includes 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts and Sat. veg. feast! Leader contact information, Anthony Sadasiva 718-296-8543 info@yogasynthesis.org or to register call 908-362-5670.
Mohican Trail Work Weekends: Come join a fun, friendly, family oriented crew for one weeknd a month in the Mid-Atlantic region. No experience or special skills required. Great for indivuals or for families with children ages 6 and up. Frist timers welcome. For more information contact L – Greg Molyneux amcmoc@outdoors.org. To register call (908) 362-5670.
The Mohican Outdoor Center is located in the 70,000 acre Delaware Water Gap National Recreation area, only 1 and ½ hours from New York City and less than 3 hours from Philadelphia. The center boasts a network of hiking trails including the Appalachian Trail, the Coppermine Trail, the Rattlesnake Swamp Trail and the Kaiser Trail. The area offers guests many options for both short and long trips. Mohican is located on the shores of picturesque Catfish Pond, canoes and kayaks can be rented from the Visitor Center. Cabins are available year round with bunk rooms that sleep 2 to 6 people. All lodging has access to bathrooms, kitchens, and living room areas.
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