Gay walking

Our trips are accessible by trains out of NYC. The guys coming from the city meet in Grand Central or Penn Station and travel upstate together. We try to do at least one hike per month. If “walking gay” really is a thing, it seems that many gay people perceive speed to be a part of that.

For the drivers I provide details on parking near the trail head and we meet them there. Strap on your best outdoor walking boots and head for the great outdoors with the Gay Mens' Hiking Group. It's important if you get separated from the group.

Wear layers that you can add and remove as the weather changes. GEAR: Wear sturdy hiking boots or trail runners. Those of us coming from Penn Station will board this train in Secaucus. Bring a waterproof shell in case it rains. I'll let you know the trail dots colors for navigation.

I bring 2 liters of water. It's a very useful hiking app I suggest you download it, will be a big help if you ever get lost. I added the map to the photos section on Meetup. Here's my AllTrails profile. Because gay men unconsciously play fast tempo pop songs like Britney's Toxic in their head when gay.

We also do an overnight camping trip every year on Fire Island, which is easy and a lot of fun. We'll meet you at train station at am. In that sense, the new (ish) stereotype that “gay men walk fast” is no different. There's just a few places in Sloatsburg if you want to eat after.

We'll do approximately 8 miles over some hills and rocky outcrops. On. Most of the gay men I know can recall when they were first made aware that they walk differently – but few can tell me walking.

The trails in Harriman are rocky and steep and it's a long day of hiking. Let's hike Harriman. Recent trips have included a winter hike in the Hudson Highlands and a vigorous 10 mile hike in Harriman State Park. This woodsy gang of dudes takes day trips to nearby mountains, forests and nature trails.

If you don't have good balance or if you have knee issues this hike isn't for you. FOOD: Bring a packed lunch and plenty of water.