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.
- Stay Informed:Fall Gathering, Schedule of Events, News, Email Lists
- Learn More: Activities & Trips, Appalachian Trail, Metacomet-Monadnock Trail, Noble View Outdoor Center
- Get Involved: Protect the environment, Participate in trips, Join, Lead trips, Learn skills, Volunteer
- 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 To Host Fall Gathering In October
Tue, 2008-09-02 10:36 — ngonterThe Berkshire Chapter is hosting the AMC Fall Gathering 2009, Friday-Sunday, Oct. 16-18, 2009 at Chimney Corners YMCA Camp in Becket, MA.
AMC Members Get 40 Percent Discount At Coleman
Tue, 2009-06-23 08:14 — ngonterLog into the Member Center (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.
Executive Committee Meetings And Events 2009
Sun, 2009-05-10 07:46 — ngonterThe following listing covers all the meetings and events for the Executive Committee during 2009.
Member Center Give-Aways
Tue, 2009-04-21 19:05 — ngonterThe AMC is offering give-aways month-by-month for a lucky individual who signs into the member center.
Ice Storm Damage Update
Sat, 2009-04-04 13:46 — rbergstromProgress is being made in removing downed trees and branches from the AT as the snow and ice of winter recedes.
AMC Applauds Congressional Approval of New England National Scenic Trail Designation
Wed, 2009-04-01 19:20 — ngonterThe 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).
Changes In Store for AMC Outdoors and Member E-Communications
Mon, 2009-01-19 18:14 — ngonterIn an effort to reduce expenses and AMC’s carbon footprint, AMC Outdoors will be published six times per year, beginning with the September issue. The magazine will also begin running abbreviated activity listings beginning with the May issue. At the same time, AMC is stepping up its efforts in member e-communications and social networking.
Ice Storm of December 2008 Damages The AT
Sun, 2009-01-18 08:59 — ngonterThe December 2008 ice storm did major damage to sections of the trail and some sections are impassable.
Upper Goose Pond Cabin To Open May 16
Sun, 2009-01-18 08:57 — ngonterThe cabin at Upper Goose Pond will open on Saturday, May 16, 2009 for the season.
SOLO Wilderness First Aid At Noble View
Sat, 2008-11-22 19:33 — ngonterSOLO Wilderness First Aid will be offered at Noble View on May 16-17, 2009.