Adventure Untamed

Adventure Untamed Explore the wild. Escape your comfort zone. Northeast day and multi-day outdoor trips departing from NYC. Why start a company in the middle of a pandemic?

https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g60763-d20907113-Reviews-Adventure_Untamed-New_York_City_New_York.html At the time COVID-19 hit, I had been a guide with a NYC-based outdoor adventure company, Discover Outdoors, for almost three years. I started out as a client a decade earlier, and as my passion for adventure in the outdoors became an increasingly important part of my life, I began g

uiding on weekends. It was a “passion project.” I didn’t know then how much I would learn and how attached I would become to the team of guides with whom I worked. I got a chance to guide with interesting, passionate, knowledgeable, unique people. Their experiences inspired me. Their expertise motivated me. I wanted more. So when the opportunity presented itself in 2019, I made a complete career change and came to work for the company full time, running the Northeast part of the business.​

Then, COVID-19 hit. I got laid off. Discover Outdoors shut down operations. It felt like a monumental loss. I was hoping that someone or something would come along and provide a solution for the company to continue. But then I realized, all the pieces that I cared so much about - the community of guides, the outdoor adventures, the people that want to experience these trips with us - they were all still there. And if I wanted for our work to continue, the answer was not waiting for something to happen - the answer was to make it happen. Of course, it could only work if the people that I worked with were still on board. They are the ones that created the unforgettable experiences and community that drew me in to begin with. I let the team know that I was planning to start a new business to run Northeast day and multi-day outdoors trips, departing from New York City. I was met with overwhelming, heart-warming support and encouragement. If the team was on board, it was time to get to work! So here we are! To continue doing what we love, we are putting ourselves outside of our comfort zone, at a time when everything has been turned upside down. And once it’s safe to do so, I hope you will join us! Whether it’s learning about the natural world from a Master Naturalist, exploring a new high peak in the Catskills, doing a nature meditation, or challenging yourself on a long-distance hike, I hope you let us guide you on an adventure that challenges you, excites you, and opens you up to a whole new world! Be well, be safe, and see you soon!​

Jana Paremoud
Founder, Senior Guide
Adventure Untamed

Spring is almost here, and we have an exciting season planned for you! https://www.adventureuntamed.com/trips/Of course,...
03/01/2023

Spring is almost here, and we have an exciting season planned for you! https://www.adventureuntamed.com/trips/

Of course, we have brand new hikes, as well as some old favorites, like the Full Devil's Path! But we are doing so much more! We are doing rafting trips, biking trips, and even pedal car trips!

And we are going on two awesome multi-day adventures - a summer trip to Mt. Washington and a spring trip to Old Rag Mountain in Shenandoah in Virginia, a trip that has been a long time in the making!

In other words, whether you are looking to get out there and have some fun or are really looking to challenge yourself, we have something for you!

And now through Monday, get 15% off any day-trip order over $100, with code SPRINGDAY15 or 20% off any day-trip order over $200 with code SPRINGDAY20.

And if you sign up for any multi-day trip, use code MULTIDAY10 to get 10% off.

We hear some of our adventurers say they shy away from winter hiking, because they are afraid of being cold 🥶.So, here a...
12/07/2022

We hear some of our adventurers say they shy away from winter hiking, because they are afraid of being cold 🥶.

So, here are some tips to keep you comfortable in the outdoors this winter 😊❄️:

-Start the hike on the uncomfortable side of cold. You will warm up almost immediately from movement. If you don't want to start cold, de-layer as soon as you feel yourself getting hot, *before* you start swearing.

-DON'T sweat (it makes it very hard to regulate body temperature). Adjust your layers as soon as you start feeling hot. If all else fails, slower your pace.

-As soon as you stop, put on a layer, even if you are hot. Once heat escapes, it's very hard to get it back. Put on a layer even if you are stopping for just a few minutes.

-If you are cold, make sure all your layers are zipped, and all hoods are up. Hoods make a huge difference.

-Invest in a few good pieces of gear: puffy; wind/rain shells; insulated, waterproof mitts.

Have specific gear questions, we love to talk gear 😀! Just reach out! Don't let the cold keep you indoors - see you on the trails!

Adventurers, when someone asks you: "What's your favorite season?" Do you think of the golden colors of fall? The rebirt...
11/04/2022

Adventurers, when someone asks you: "What's your favorite season?" Do you think of the golden colors of fall? The rebirth of spring? The sunny, never-ending days of summer?

For me, winter is my absolute favorite! It's the season that carries with it the most sense of adventure. When fresh snow covers the trails, it makes familiar stomping grounds into new frontiers. It just a little more technical, just a little more challenging, and a whole lot more adventurous. You learn a lot. You see a lot. And you get away from the noise of it all - nothing like a trail that hasn't seen a human step since the snowfall, with trees covered in fluffy snow, to make you feel like you are thousands of miles away.

OUR NEW WINTER SCHEDULE IS OUT!
https://www.adventureuntamed.com/trips/

And when you register for trips through November 4th get 15% off any order over 100, with code WINTER15 or 20% off any order over $200 with code WINTER20.

If you are hiking by yourself, remember to always have enough stuff in your pack where you can survive a night in the wo...
10/26/2022

If you are hiking by yourself, remember to always have enough stuff in your pack where you can survive a night in the woods.

These include:
1. PAPER map of the area (GPS can be a backup, but paper map is a must)
2. Headlamp
3. Extra food and water
4. Shelter (that may be an emergency bivy in cold temperatures or extra layers in warmer temperatures)
5. Matches or another way to start a fire that won't malfunction when wet
6. First aid
7. And don't forget to share your plan for the day with someone NOT on the trip, with check-in times and whom to contact if you don't check in

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Ah, last weekend we got to enjoy some peak foliage. Gorgeous! 🤩As an added treat, at the top of Brace Mountain, paraglid...
10/20/2022

Ah, last weekend we got to enjoy some peak foliage. Gorgeous! 🤩

As an added treat, at the top of Brace Mountain, paragliders were taking off. We got to see them fly! Next season, thinking of doing our very own AU paragliding trip off the top of that mountain.

We have a couple more weekends left of this fall foliage! The weather is looking gorgeous, and we have lots of great trips this weekend, including a Fall Foraging hike with (yes, you will get to actually forage for edible plants 😀) and a hike where you get to see the raptor migration with Gary Keir

https://www.adventureuntamed.com/trip/hawk-mountain-and-raptor-migration-2/

https://www.adventureuntamed.com/trip/fall-foraging-hike/

Check out all our foliage 🍃🍁hikes (lhttps://www.adventureuntamed.com/trips/), and use code FOLIAGE10 to save 10%. We'll see you soon!

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Look at those stunning colors! 😃Yes, we are in that magical time of the year known as the fall foliage season🍃🍁. Colors ...
10/12/2022

Look at those stunning colors! 😃

Yes, we are in that magical time of the year known as the fall foliage season🍃🍁. Colors are everywhere! The weather is cool and mild. It's the perfect time to get outdoors!

Every year, we choose particularly scenic hikes for our "Fall Foliage" series. We go to places with amazing views, where we'll get the best chance to see colorful leaf changes. This weekend, we are off to Minnewaska and Connecticut (a spot where three states meet!). And there are more hikes later on in October too,

Check out our fall trips (https://www.adventureuntamed.com/trips/) for our Fall Foliage trips!

https://www.adventureuntamed.com/trips/Adventurers, the holidays are almost here, and whether you are choosing to stay l...
10/05/2022

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Adventurers, the holidays are almost here, and whether you are choosing to stay local, not feeling like celebrating this year, or just want a unique holiday experience, we have something for you!

Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's! We are going on adventures! You don't need to do any planning - just show up and spend the day in good company in the beautiful outdoors.

For Thanksgiving, we are getting back to NYC by 3:00 pm, so you can still make evening plans after your hike. And for both Thanksgiving and Christmas, we are staying close to the City, so you don't have to worry about the van getting stuck in traffic during the holidays.

And, of course, I would be remiss not to mention my favorite holiday trip - New Year's in the Adirondacks. Since I started this company, I have guided a New Year's hike in the Adirondacks every year. And this year is no exception. We stay in a cozy mountain lodge (that's it in the picture above!) with tasty meals, a real fireplace, and a closet full of board games! We hike a 46er and do a smaller hike the day before (and a sunrise hike the day after, for anyone that's interested and doesn't mind getting up at the crack of dawn ;)). I love winter! It's my favorite season for adventuring! And I love sharing my passion for it with you, at the start of a new year. I hope you can join me to ring in 2023!

Our holiday trips are usually the fastest to fill up - register today to secure your spot. And if you register before the end of the week, use the code HOLIDAYS10 to save 10%.

Photo credit: John Campbell, Courtesy of Adirondack Mountain Club.

Be well, be safe, and we'll see you soon!
-The Team at Adventure Untamed

https://www.adventureuntamed.com/trips/Adventurers, it might still feel like the longest heatwave ever in NYC, but the w...
09/01/2022

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Adventurers, it might still feel like the longest heatwave ever in NYC, but the weather is getting cooler, slowly but surely. Winter is RIGHT around the corner! My favorite season! Can't wait! But more on that in another email - let's not get ahead of ourselves.

For now, we are introducing our fall schedule. We picked out hikes with the best views! That's where we are going to see the best colors this region has to offer! Check out our Fall Foliage series! And of course, that's not all. We have everything from Apple Picking to dog trips, a weekend backpacking workshop, the Full Devil's Path, rock climbing, and so much more!

Sign up for any trip (or multiple trips) from now until September 6th, and you will get an automatic 15% off your entire order. Just use the code FALL15.

Let's do fall right!

This week, we are introducing our spring/summer multi-day trip lineup! 🥳First up, backpacking skills! This 3-day, 2-nigh...
04/13/2022

This week, we are introducing our spring/summer multi-day trip lineup! 🥳

First up, backpacking skills! This 3-day, 2-night trip is all about the basic skills you are going to need to spend the night out in the wild. Water filtration to camp set up to bear safety 🐻, and everything in between!

Our guides John Benincasa and Arturo Quinones are extremely knowledgeable and can help you with everything from gear suggestions to adjusting your footwear in case of any issues on trail, and, of course, backpacking skills! 😎

If you ever wanted to make a transition to backpacking or sharpen your skills, we hope you can join us! Beginner backpackers welcome! 🤗

BONUS: If you sign up for any multi-day trips thru Thursday, you get an AU $100 gift card on us!

Adventurers, our new spring schedule is finally here 😄. And we've got news! The van fee is finally gone. We are transiti...
03/14/2022

Adventurers, our new spring schedule is finally here 😄. And we've got news! The van fee is finally gone. We are transitioning to running our trips at full capacity (we will still do health screenings and wear masks 100% of the time in the van for the time being). That means it will now cost you less to join one of our trips!

Also, in light of what is going on in Ukraine, we want to help. We will be donating 5% of the profits on our spring trips (March 12th - May 31st) to help the Ukrainians in their fight against the invasion of their country. We are currently researching what organizations would be best to use to donate to this cause, and we will send an email with details of what organization we choose.

We hope you join us! AND we are extending our spring discounts through March 18th:

2 day trips - $30 off, coupon code: 2DAYTRIPS
3 day trips - $60 off, coupon code: 3DAYTRIPS

Be well, be safe, and we'll see you soon!
-The Team at Adventure Untamed

https://www.adventureuntamed.com/trip/covering-our-carbon-tracks-responsible-adventuring-with-adventure-untamed/Adventur...
02/01/2022

https://www.adventureuntamed.com/trip/covering-our-carbon-tracks-responsible-adventuring-with-adventure-untamed/

Adventurers, let’s get together to talk about responsible adventuring! With the help of a grant from Arc’teryx New York, and the work of our guide Gary Keir, we are launching a new program to balance our carbon footprint. Let’s protect the wild places we love!

On February 9th, join us for the launch of our new environmental program. Connect with like-minded adventurers! Hear guide Gary discuss how this program is different from the usual emission-offset programs. Enjoy some food (catered by Le Botaniste). And be entered to win a free day hike with Adventure Untamed for you and a friend!

We can’t wait to see you!

Adventurers, we want to wish you a super-duper, happy holiday season! 🎉🎄🎊With everything going on in the world, we hope ...
12/23/2021

Adventurers, we want to wish you a super-duper, happy holiday season! 🎉🎄🎊

With everything going on in the world, we hope you can find time to treat yourselves and enjoy the season! We also hope that you take time to enjoy the outdoors. There is no other getaway quite like getting out into the wild for a day, leaving everything behind (including cell phone reception!). The Catskills and Adirondacks are beginning to look a lot like a winter wonderland. ❄️ ☃️⛄

And if you don't already have holiday plans, we hope you join us for one of our adventures. We'll be in the mountains every holiday weekend - Christmas, New Year's, Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We are doing everything from day trips to multi-day getaways (cozy mountain lodge for New Year's anyone?)! Check them out 👆, and we hope to see you there!

Whatever your plans, be well, be safe, and we'll see you soon!
-The Team at Adventure Untamed

Winter is [almost] here, and we can't wait! Our brand new winter schedule is out: https://www.adventureuntamed.com/trips...
12/09/2021

Winter is [almost] here, and we can't wait! Our brand new winter schedule is out: https://www.adventureuntamed.com/trips/

Now through December 12th get a discount when you book any trip with us (scroll for details).

We have always believed that adventuring outdoors is a 4-season endeavor. In fact, winter might just be our favorite season! We hope you join us for an adventure this winter! We are going to new places, trying new things, learning new skills, and going on some big trips (the photo above is from Mount Colden via Avalanche Pass in the Adirondacks, happening MLK Weekend)!

We hope you join us! Now through December 12th you get a discount for every trip for which you register:

1 day trip - $15 off, coupon code: 1DAYTRIP
2 day trips - $40 off, coupon code: 2DAYTRIPS
3 day trips - $75 off, coupon code: 3DAYTRIPS
Multi-day trip - $90 off, coupon code: MULTIDAY90 OR a $120 AU Gift Card (no code needed) - it's your choice!

Happy Holidays to all of you! Be well, be safe, and we'll see you soon!
-The Team at Adventure Untamed

https://www.adventureuntamed.com/multi-day-trips/Adventurers, we hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving and have a ch...
11/26/2021

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Adventurers, we hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving and have a chance to get outdoors during the long weekend!

With winter (our favorite season!) almost here, it's time to get outside!

Whether you are looking to spend New Year's at a cozy lodge and hike scenic peaks, challenge yourself on a brand new adventure in the Adirondacks, hike an iconic Northeast peak in the winter, or learn and take a deep dive into ice climbing (beginners welcome!), we got you covered!

And from now until Sunday, for every multi-day trip you buy, you will get a $120 gift card from us. Use it to train locally for a more challenging trip, or just enjoy one of our new adventures! Winter schedule is coming next week, so you will have plenty of opportunities to sign up for brand new day trips!

Enjoy the holidays! Be well, be safe, and we'll see you soon!
-The Team at Adventure Untamed

Photo credit: Cascade Mountain (New Year's in the Mountains trip); Adirondack Daily Enterprise.

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving, Adventurers! 🦃Today, and every day, we want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being a...
11/26/2021

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving, Adventurers! 🦃

Today, and every day, we want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being a part of this outdoor community - of this experiment that was born out of the pandemic.

Thank you for supporting us, for making all this possible, and for creating such a unique, welcoming, and wonderful outdoor group. We are impressed and inspired by you every time we guide.

Thank you also to our amazing guides for making it all possible - for keeping people safe, teaching, and opening up a whole world of possibilities!

Enjoy your holiday, and we'll see you on the trails!
-The Team at Adventure Untamed 💙

P.S. Of course, we were out in the wild today, celebrating Thanksgiving on Breakneck Ridge with our amazing guides Wendy Porter and Gary Keir!

📸 Gary Keir

Attention, Adventurers! 📢On November 6th, we are partnering with Animal Haven to get some great pups for a hike outdoors...
10/22/2021

Attention, Adventurers! 📢

On November 6th, we are partnering with Animal Haven to get some great pups for a hike outdoors!

For each participant, $20 will go directly to Animal Haven. And as the guide on this trip, I will be donating at least 50% of any tip money to Animal Haven as well.

It's one of the new November trips we put up on our site! Check them out: https://www.adventureuntamed.com/day-trips/

If you can't join us please still consider donating to Animal Haven. They are an amazing organization that helps protect some of the most vulnerable and wonderful creatures.

See you on the trail! 🐕🐶🐕‍🦺

It's not always about getting somewhere... Ever wonder about mindfulness in the outdoors?Check out the latest installmen...
10/13/2021

It's not always about getting somewhere...

Ever wonder about mindfulness in the outdoors?

Check out the latest installment of our Adventure Journal!

AU guide, Mindful Wilderness founder, and herbalist - Alexandra Radoaca - discusses her experiences of mindfulness and nature connection.

https://www.adventureuntamed.com/getting-somewhere/

Want to take it a step further and go on a mindful hike? Join Alex on a foraging adventure where we'll forage for roots, berries, and all fall has to offer! https://www.adventureuntamed.com/trip/foraging-hike/

https://www.adventureuntamed.com/trip/foraging-hike/

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Looking for a movie to watch this weekend?
Looking for a movie to watch this weekend?

https://watch.eventive.org/superfrenchie/play/603947d29736b8005566cc0e Looking for an adventure movie to watch this weekend? Check out Super Frenchie. Super Frenchie provides an intimate look at the life of professional skier and BASE jumper Matthias Giraud, who stops at nothing to pursue his passion for adventure. The film follows Matthias as he dares ever more dangerous stunts while simultaneously falling in love and starting a family. The story takes a turn when Matthias suffers a catastrophic crash just days before the birth of his first child. Adventure Untamed is partnering with Greenwich Entertainment for a virtual release of this independent film!

Here at Adventure Untamed, we want to try a new kind of outdoor course this summer, and we wanted to check in with our community to get your feedback! 😁 Are you a woman looking for a new way to challenge yourself and find inspiration outdoors? Are you new to climbing or have tried climbing in a gym but want to develop your skills outdoors? Are you looking to build community with other outdoor women? If so, let us know in the comments below 👇. Let Adventure Untamed get you climbing outside in the world-famous Gunks! This women's rock climbing program is open to women and gender-expansive folks who are looking to develop their outdoor rock climbing skills over a series of three day-climbs over the course of the summer. We will help you develop skills and confidence in an outdoor climbing environment. And we'll help you connect with each other and your instructors to keep things going outside of course days. You will be supported by women guides who understand the power of climbing with other women, including AU SO-certified guide and @youngwomenwhocrush founder @alexiskrauss. Let us know if you are interested! 🧗‍♀️

Ice Climbing with Adventure Untamed
Ice Climbing with Adventure Untamed

Ready for an epic adventure? This is Casey’s first ice climb - January 23rd, 2021. This winter, take the opportunity to try something different! Play in the snow and ice! Get outdoors! Challenge yourself! Go on an epic adventure! Huge thank you so much to Matthew Celotto @mattycs_winter for the amazing video! Way to go, Casey! 💪 Want to go on an ice climbing trip? We have two more on February 14th and 28th! https://www.adventureuntamed.com/trips/

Hiking All Four Season
Hiking All Four Season

Hiking is not a 3-season sport, and winter is the most magical time of the year! It's a chance to come out of your comfort zone, break fresh trails on pristine, snow-covered paths, enjoy the beauty of nature, and challenge yourself. Jana will be teaching us about: - Nutrition and hydration - Footwear and traction - Regulating body temperature - General safety Join us for an evening of discussion about demystifying winter outdoor adventures with Mappy Hour and Adventure Untamed.

What is the Catskill 3500 Club? Founded in 1962, the club's mission is public service and stewardship, as well as encouraging responsible use of the Catskill region's natural resources. There are 35 peaks above 3500 feet in the Catskills, and membership in the 3500 Club is open to all who climb each of the 35 peaks and repeat 4 specific peaks during the winter season. At Adventure Untamed, we love Catskill 3500 hikes! They are challenging, often remote, full of rich history and opportunities to grow your outdoor skills. That's exactly why we'll be offering these trips as soon as we open, and by 2021 we'll be doing trips to all 35 mountains. Want to join us on one of these adventures? Or maybe all 35 😊? Subscribe to our mailing list at adventureuntamed.com to receive 3500 trip updates! We'll see you soon!

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