Several club members have said that they cherish the cabin, less than two hours from Manhattan and accessible by train and ferry, because of the camaraderie and affordable access to nature it provides. “To go from a concrete jungle to a seaside respite changes your vibration,” said Cindy Arlinsky, a member of the club’s Fire Island Cabin Committee. “Just being there makes you feel healthy.”PhotoMany members said they were surprised to learn that the club was considering a sale. Club members in New York voiced opposition. Several club members have said that they will continue to oppose a sale of the cabin and hope to persuade the board that it is worth keeping.

Source: New York Times March 25, 2018 17:26 UTC