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 )
The AMC Adventure Travel Leadership Training Program was a tremendous success! It was held in Litchfield, Connecticut on November 18-20, 2011. The trainers were a wealth of information for the participants – having over 80 years combined experience leading Adventure Travel for the AMC. The participants also brought significant experience to the training, most having led many Chapter trips for the Club for a number of years. For more information on AMC’s Adventure Travel program, please see www.outdoors.org/adventuretravel.
We offer a variety of educational events and workshops at various times, including: