In this Issue we discuss:

• Covid-19 Update
• Corridor Monitoring Coordinator Position
• Remote Opportunities
• History Through Stories
• Volunteer Spotlight
• ATC Survey

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Paddling 101: How To Pick A Boat

By: Leah Brodsky, Social Media Editor

Paddling is a fun and exciting activity. You want to be out on the water more. But how do you pick the right boat for you? This how-to article focuses on the selection of a boat and the different factors that go into the decision-making, including: location, materials, and size. In the last section of this article, there is a list of a few different boat options with their specifics.

Location

The most important factor of picking a boat is where you will be boating.

Many weeks now into the COVID-19 pandemic, our situation in the Northeast remains fluid, with states still sorting out their individual plans for easing restrictions on travel and gatherings post-Memorial Day. AMC currently intends to open most properties and programs on July 1, with exceptions noted on this page.

In this issue we discuss:

• Covid-19 and the Appalachian Trail
• Corridor Monitoring Coordinator opening
• Guthook use policy
• History through stories
• Volunteer Spotlight
• ATC Survey

If you fill out the survey you can be entered to win one of several daypacks and will help us to gain information on our local volunteers!

On March 16, 2020, the Appalachian Mountain Club announced facility and program closures.

Please visit this page for details.

Please stay safe and healthy during this difficult time.

If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to email chair@amcberkshire.org.

In this issue we discuss:

• Our Annual AT Gathering
• New Cooridor Monitoring Position Opening
• New Check in/ Check out policy
• Sheffield Lime Kiln Historic Site
• Kay Wood Documentary
• Upcoming Events

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