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The Upper Goose Pond Cabin will be opened for the season on Saturday, May 19th. Until the opening, hikers may use the open porch or tent platforms to camp as in the past. Hikers are advised to use the bear box to store their food as bears will be active soon. Starting on opening day, caretakers will be on duty at the cabin until cabin closing in mid-October. If you are interested in joining in the fun of cabin opening for the season, please contact Steve Schimpff at 413-243-8902.

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 )

AMC-Berkshire’s ‘Massachusetts Appalachian Trail Management Committee’ is responsible for the maintenance, management, and protection of the almost 90 miles of Appalachian Trail within Massachusetts, coordinating the extensive volunteer effort that keeps the trail open and beautiful. We work in partnership with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC), the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), and the National Park Service (NPS).

This is a list of campsites and shelters on the Massachusetts portion of the Appalachian Trail, listed from north to south.