Join Berkshire/Worcester Chapters weekend extravaganza at Cardigan Lodge. We’ll have fun as we hike, cycle, paddle, eat, socialize, gather ‘round the campfire and more! Rates include 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, 2 trail lunches, 2 dinners and happy hour snacks Saturday evening. Adults $138.50; Youth (ages 13-17) $117.78; Children (ages 3-12) $61.08. Campsites available for $25 per night (2 tents, 6 persons maximum). Optional camper meal package (1 dinner, 1 breakfast, 1 lunch): Adult, $35; Youth $31, Child $20. To reserve your spot, call AMC Reservations 603-466-2727 (Mon-Sat, 9 am to 5 pm) by April 25 and specify Group#186854. Other questions call or email Eric Gove (amc.berkshire.te@gmail.com) (413.374.0467), please leave a message with a good time to call as I work odd hours.)
AMC’s 2012 Fall Gathering will be held on October 19-21, at the Greenkill YMCA Retreat Center in Huguenot, NY. This year’s gathering is being hosted by the New York-North Jersey Chapter in honor of their 100th Anniversary as a chapter. Everyone is invited to this club-wide event which will include hiking, biking, paddling and many more activities in the Catskill Mountains. Watch for details in the upcoming issues of AMC’s Outdoors magazine or by visiting the NY-NoJ Chapter’s website http://www.amc-ny.org/
Join us at AMC’s Mohican Outdoor Center for a fun-filled weekend. Take a hike on scenic trails within the 67,000 acres of the beautiful Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area or along the Appalachian Trail. Or bring your bike and take a ride on some of the park’s quiet roads and rail-trails. Or spend some time paddling around Catfish Pond (kayaks, canoes and gear are provided). Activities are available for individuals and families. Register early as last year’s event sold out quickly. http://activities.outdoors.org/search/index.cfm/action/details/id/57863
What do backpacking and cycle touring have in common? More than you think! Join us for an educational weekend exploring the ins and outs of both sports. Learn about trip planning, personal and group gear, food/nutrition, and Leave No Trace principles. Trips for both sports will occur throughout the spring, summer, and fall with registration preference given to series attendees. Program will be held at YMCA Camp Harrington, Boylston, MA. Option for lodging available: $15/night. Contact Leaders:Eric Gove ( amc.berkshire.te@gmail.com ) or Christine Fogarty (978) 857-7078 (best time to call: before 9pm) (takeahike31@hotmail.com )