Founded in 1974, the New York Section is one of the oldest and largest of the of the American Alpine Club's regional sections. The New York Section encompasses the States of New York, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, as well as Fairfield County, Connecticut. If you are an AAC member and reside in any of the above areas, you are automatically a member of the New York Section. No special dues or assessments are involved. Throughout the year the Section hosts and organizes a number of events designed to foster camaraderie among members, and to provide opportunities for improving climbing skills and taking part in domestic and for eign climbing trips. Because of the large distances between New York City and the outlying areas currently included, sections in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Buffalo/ Rochester are under active consideration. If you are from these areas and would like to assist in organizing such a section, please contact us for details.