AMC Berkshire Chapter

Noble View Outdoor Festival

published by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 08/07/2017 - 9:47am

Registration is now open for the Second Annual Outdoor Festival at Noble View Outdoor Center!

635 S. Quarter Rd., Russell, Mass. 01071.
Saturday, August 26, 10am to 4pm.

The event is FREE—Sponsored by The Appalachian Mountain Club Berkshire Chapter and Noble View Outdoor Center. But--Please register to help us plan the right amount of food for the BBQ lunch.

Date:

Saturday, August 26, 2017 - 10:00am

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NET Section 4 Trailwork

published by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 08/05/2017 - 11:13am

The AMC has had a Teen Crew working on the NET again this summer, and this year they are on "my" Section 4 creating the first of two or three switchbacks. They are doing a lot of rock moving and treadwork!

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Young Members (20s/30s) Leadership Training Weekend

published by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 07/29/2017 - 9:31am

Whether or not you have much experience yet with AMC, we’d like to invite you to the upcoming Young Members (20s/30s) Leadership Training Weekend at Cardigan Lodge in New Hampshire. Hosted by AMC staff and experienced volunteers, you’ll spend the weekend with other Young Members across AMC, from Maine to Virginia. “Classroom” time is spent at the hall and on the trail, and during evening socials you can sit with the group by the fire with a guitar or find an Adirondack chair with a view.

Date:

Friday, September 15, 2017 - 4:00pm to Sunday, September 17, 2017 - 3:00pm

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Upcoming Young Members Hikes

published by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 07/29/2017 - 9:25am

Sunday, August 13th. Skinner State Park
2 options: 2.3 miles or 10 miles. Brunch afterward at Esselon Café.
http://activities.outdoors.org/search/index.cfm/action/details/id/99516

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Dalton Celebrates Appalachian Trail Community Designation

published by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 07/15/2017 - 11:45am

SAVE THE DATE

What:

Join Appalachian Trail hikers, outdoor enthusiasts, members of the community and government officials to celebrate Dalton’s Designation as an Appalachian Trail Community with morning hikes -- including a family friendly hike, an Appalachian Trail work project, followed by music, activities and a potluck lunch. Bring a dish to share.

Who:

Date:

Saturday, August 19, 2017 - 8:30am

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Pat Fletcher Memorial Ceremony - June 3, 2017

published by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 07/02/2017 - 10:36am

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Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) Maine 2017 Conference

published by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 07/02/2017 - 10:16am

Maine Trails view The ATC will hold its biennial conference August 4-11, 2017 at Colby College.

This event features more than 240 hikes, numerous workshops, and excursions to local areas of interest. Each evening offers exciting adventure presentations and stellar entertainment. The event draws people from around the world, but primarily from locations along the Appalachian Trail.

Date:

Friday, August 4, 2017 - 9:00am to Friday, August 11, 2017 - 5:00pm

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Summer is a Great Time to Get Outdoors

published by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 07/02/2017 - 9:07am

Check out AMC activities in Western Mass. This summer we are offering several series of hikes including the AT in Mass, Hiking Along Rivers, Easy Hikes in Northampton, and the weekly Tuesday hike. You can find both flat water and white water paddling events, bicycling, rock climbing, backpacking, and family programs. Don't miss out on these. This link will show you activities currently posted by the Berkshire Chapter:

http://activities.outdoors.org/search/?grp=1&mode=list