We are one of twelve regional chapters making up the Appalachian Mountain Club. We represent Western Massachusetts, including Franklin, Hampshire, Hamden, and Berkshire Counties. To find out more about us, see our General Information page.
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- Invitation to non-members: Come try out some of our activities before joining. Check out our schedule of events, pick something that interests you and contact the leader or show up at the designated rendezvous (or both). And look around our getting involved section, too.
News & Announcements
Berkshire Chapter Annual Potluck Dinner
Wed, 2010-02-03 14:26 — rbergstromThe Annual Potluck will be held Saturday, March 27th, 2010, at the American Legion Hall, 162 Russell Street, Hadley, MA, from 5:30-9:00pm.
Family Fun Fest at Noble View Outdoor Center
Thu, 2010-03-11 20:56 — rbergstromJoin AMC Families for a fun-filled weekend of family-friendly activities 05/07/2010 - 05/09/2010.
Upper Goose Pond Cabin to open May 22, 2010
Tue, 2010-02-23 13:57 — rbergstromThe cabin on Upper Goose Pond will open for the season on May 22nd. Hikers are welcome to come and enjoy the cabin on a first come first served basis. Caretakers will be on duty to oversee and manage use of the cabin. The cabin may not be available should the caretaker be absent for unforseen reasons, but hikers may use the tent platforms or camp out on the porch at any time.
AMC Annual Meeting Awards for Service
Sun, 2010-02-14 11:41 — rbergstromDuring the AMC Annual Meeting there was the presentation of awards in recognition of the outstanding number of hours contributed by volunteer AMC members. Areas of service included stewardship and public service activities in Trails, Conservation, Education, and Research Programs. The Berkshire Chapter AT Committee had ten members awarded in two categories: The Warren Hart Award which is given in recognition of more than 224 hours of service and The Marian Pychowska Award for 96-223 hours contributed.
AMC Annual Meeting -- Distinguished Service Award
Sun, 2010-02-14 11:12 — rbergstromKen and Bonnie Hargreaves — Members of AMC since 1992, Ken and Bonnie met on a Berkshire Chapter hike. Together, they are active in the Berkshire Chapter, President’s Society and on the Board of Advisors since 2001.
2009 Berkshire Bash held Nov. 7
Wed, 2009-11-25 19:59 — AnonymousFor 2009, the Chapter’s “Berkshire Bash” Annual Meeting was a potluck held at the American Legion Hall, 162 Russell St. (Route 9) in Hadley. There was a good turnout of about 50 people, with plenty of food for all—appetizers, main dishes, and desserts.
Berkshire Chapter's Fall Gathering A Huge Success
Tue, 2009-10-27 10:36 — AnonymousThe Berkshire Chapter hosted the AMC Fall Gathering on the weekend of Oct. 16-18 at Chimney Corners YMCA Camp in Becket and attendees enjoyed hiking, biking, dancing, socializing, climbing on the high ropes, admiring the camp fire and more.
AMC Members Get 40 Percent Discount At Coleman
Tue, 2009-06-23 08:14 — AnonymousLog into the Member Center at http://www.outdoors.org/membercenter and scroll down to “AMC Discounts” on the lower right of the page to click on the live link. Coleman sells top quality outdoor equipment and at 40% off you can easily get tremendous value for your dollar.
Member Center Give-Aways
Tue, 2009-04-21 19:05 — AnonymousThe AMC is offering give-aways month-by-month for a lucky individual who signs into the member center.
AMC Applauds Congressional Approval of New England National Scenic Trail Designation
Wed, 2009-04-01 19:20 — AnonymousThe Appalachian Mountain Club praised the recent Congressional passage of the Omnibus Public Lands Management Act of 2009, which includes designation of the New England National Scenic Trail (NENST).