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From Day Trips to Locations Around the World

Bringing out the possible in you is what we are all about! Alchemy Outdoors is your call to action giving you an opportunity to unplug from devices and leave those daily routines at home! At Alchemy Outdoors, our mission is to create adventures that inspire, challenge, empower and transform.

Alchemy Outdoors offers a wide array of outdoor adventures designed to fit your specific hiking needs. From a simple recreational hike to a challenging cardio climb, a local day hike to an international multi-week adventure or even an excursion based around a skill set such as trail running or kayaking, we have it all! Read on to see what trip best fits your needs.

 

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Training

Training

While not limiting your adventurous spirit, keeping you safe on the every adventure is Alchemy Outdoors number one priority. We do this by ensuring you are as prepared as possible for just about anything. We will provide you with a list of gear essentials for every adventure.

For our multi day and more challenging trips, we provide you with a training plan. This plan may include long distance hikes and trips, safety tips, strength building exercises, nutritional guidance, detailed gear lists and packing tips, all to ensure that you are physically, mentally and emotionally empowered and prepared for an awesome experience!

Local Hikes

Local Hikes

A local hike is a great place to start and see what we’re all about. Spend a day with Alchemy Outdoors and explore some of the most amazing trails in your own backyard – New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and even Connecticut. On these trips, you’ll cross through streams, hike alongside rivers and through forests, climb mountains, and see wildlife and waterfalls. We’ll visit places that include Schooley’s Mountain, Coopermill Park, Jockey Hollow National Park, The NJ Audubon, Lewis Morris Park, Merrill Creek Reservoir, Harriman State Park, Bear Mountain, Weis Ecology Center, Mohonk Mountain House Preserve and the Shawanagunks, Delaware Water Gap, Mt. Tammany, Jim Thorpe plus much, much more!

Want more than a hike? You may enjoy one of our multi-sport adventures including a hike with a kayak excursion, a mountain bike ride or even a yoga event. The emphasis of all our programs is safety and having a fun-filled experience. Participants feel like they’ve been on vacation for a day. See our Local Hikes calendar (link) for a schedule of upcoming local hikes.

Multi-day Adventures

Multi-day Adventures

Set in beautiful and exotic destinations around the world, Alchemy Outdoors Adventures are the experience of a lifetime! On our adventures, you can explore new and exotic places with breathtaking views, become one with nature, discover you inner self and simply have fun! Click “Adventures” to learn more.
Private or Group Customized Adventures

Private or Group Customized Adventures

Alchemy Outdoors offers private and group adventures for all levels of experience. Our clients rave about the locations we take you to as well as our expertise to help you immerse yourself into the surroundings.
High Altitude Training Trips

High Altitude Training Trips

Whether you are training for one of our expeditions or another challenge, we will help you to be completely prepared for your adventure. We will educate, empower, and train you in all aspects from gear selection, to trail techniques and acclimating in altitude. These multi day training trips allow you to acclimate and strengthen as you gradually hike to higher elevations.

These trips can be arranged in any mountainous region. One of our favorite locations is Colorado and especially the beautiful San Juan mountains and the town of Telluride. This experience combines the rugged beauty and challenge of high peaks, with luxury accommodations at one of the many resorts, as well as the charm of town of Telluride.

Trail Running Training

Trail Running Training

Trail running is an invigorating and rewarding sport! It provides an opportunity to connect to the peace of the natural world while also challenging you physically. Susan will guide you on the trails, educate and share tips and techniques for a safe and fun-filled experience. This is a personalized one-on-one experience and can range from easy to very challenging.

Fee: Based on level of training and difficulty of terrain. Contact us for more information.

Cardio Challenge Hike

Cardio Challenge Hike

A fast paced hike geared towards those that are experienced and fit hikers. These treks usually cover at least 10-12 miles and last for 4 or more hours over hilly and often steep terrain based on location.

Fitness Hike

Fitness Hike

A vigorous paced hike covering approximately 8 miles. The terrain varies based on hike location and can often be hilly and steep. This hike is geared towards those that exercise at least 3 times per week and have some trail experience.

Recreation Walk

Recreation Walk

Enjoy this moderately paced nature walk and have the opportunity to take it all in -- photograph, bird watch and leisurely stroll the gentle hills of the trail. These walks cover a distance of two to four miles and are for all levels and the “nature lover” in you!

Meditative Hike

Meditative Hike

Beginning with the ringing of the Tibetan Meditation Bells, this experience invites you to connect to the peace of nature as well as the peace that can be found within. On these hikes you will have an opportunity to walk in quiet and be present to the beauty of the natural world. The times and distances of these walks varies based on the location.

 

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  • “ I have hiked with Sue for many years. She is incredibly fit, and able to handle complex technical challenges of the more difficult hikes. Susan is motivating, well prepared, and most of all, we always have fun! ”

    – Tom

  • “ I’ve hiked with Susan many, many times over the past 4 years both locally and on trips that included hiking in Colorado and climbing Mt Kilimanjaro. Susan is a terrific hike leader/guide. She is tireless, enthusiastic, knowledgeable and a pleasure to be with. ”

    – Pat

  • “ Ten years ago I could barely walk around the block. Since meeting Susan I have swam in the blue green waters of Havasu, climbed to the top of Ausangante in Peru, and summited Mount Kilimanjaro. Susan was there to coach me, train me, and motivate me. I have made lifelong friends through these trips. Susan is not only a fantastic guide but a trusted friend. ”

    – Marlo

  • “ I have known Sue over 15 years. We have climbed many, mountains and hiked too many miles to count. Sue designs trips that are first class, managing every detail resulting in exceptional experiences. Her comprehensive training to prepare you for these trips is a very unique feature of a guide. ”

    – Joanne

  • “ I figured that my days of outdoor adventure where behind me. Susan introduced me to local hiking. Susan's thoughtful and tireless care into trip research and planning has helped me prepare - both physically and mentally. I am more fit at age 53 than I ever was in my 20’s or 30’s. ”

    – Mason

  • “ I successfully reached the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa with Susan as my outstanding guide and leader. I witnessed her guide a blind man to the summit and not only is she supportive and positive, her main focus is safety and well being. After climbing treacherous trails, I knew Susan was an experienced and professional guide that I could trust in any conditions. I am forever grateful that this wonderful spirit came into my life and changed it for the better. ”

    – Lori

  • “ I love hiking with Susan! Her hikes are always fun and challenging- terrific exercise! Plus Susan's extensive knowledge and familiarity with hiking trails in the Northeast have led to some very special hikes filled with amazing scenery, magnificent views, and breathtaking natural beauty....I can't wait to get back out on the trail with her and see what new, amazing experience she has in store for us! ”

    – Jean

  • “ I’m an avid adventurer and outdoorsman and the Kilimanjaro climb was one of the greatest overall experiences I have had on an expedition.  From planning to travel to accommodations and execution the trip was a tremendous success. Susan Riggio is an experienced outdoorsman and a world-class athlete.  She has a unique approach to bringing unity and a sense of connectedness to even the most diverse teams.”

    - Rick

  • “I have been hiking and adventuring with Susan for several years now. She has a real talent for organizing and motivating people to get moving, push yourself, and enjoy the world around us. Whether a brisk hike along some local trail or waking up to a bazillion stars in the Grand Canyon, I can honestly say were it not for Susan, my wife and I would not have re-discovered our love of the outdoors.”

    - Eric

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