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2012 Rock Climbing Program (March - May)
Hiking/Backpacking Date: Wed March 21, 2012 - Tue May 15, 2012For those who wants to take their hiking to the next level, the Mountaineering Committee's annual Rock Program starts in March and runs through May of 2012 and is geared for those with little or no outdoors climbing experience and will prepare you for the big mountains. This program includes one lecture and five field sessions. The ultimate goal of the course is to have successful graduates safely second an experienced leader on a traditional-style multi-pitch climb. Participants will learn many technical rock climbing skills with an emphasis on safety. If you are interested in taking the Rock Climbing Program, please use this link to sign up: http://amcbostonclimbers.org/instruction_rock_register.shtml. The first lecture will be held on Wednesday, Mar 21, 7-9 PM in the Cabot Auditorium at 4 Joy Street, Boston, MA. The field sessions of the Rock Program will be held on the last weekend of March and will run through April at the Blue Hills Reservation just south of Boston. Instruction will include learning how to tie and use various climbing knots, belaying, rappelling, ascending, seconding and building anchors for top rope climbing. The Mountaineering Committee will also host two optional weekends of climbing in May. These weekends are only open for those who complete the program, giving participants an opportunity to climb as seconds on multi-pitch climbs. The cost of the program is $160 for AMC members and $200 for non-members. For additional information please go to the schedule link above.
Region: Massachusetts, Boston Area
State: MA
Country: USA
Status: Open
Registration Required: Yes
Leader: Ron Birk (E-mail Ron Birk)
Registrar: Rob Birk amc@rbirk.com
Invitation to Join YM leaders listserv
Young Members Date: Wed April 4, 2012 - Mon December 31, 2012Inactive and active young member leaders and co-leaders, those who have completed leadership training through AMC or its equivalent, for example, NOLS, are encouraged to sign up to help lead trips, socials, events and meetings for the Boston Chapter. To join, go to ymleaders-subscribe@yahoogroups.com. Great way to meet people, meet hiking/camping/backpacking/biking/rock-climbing partners and to get out and help fulfill AMC mission of preserving the Northeast outdoors.
Region: Massachusetts, Boston Area
State: MA
Country: USA
Status: Open
Registration Required: Yes
Leader: YM Chair / Vice Chair ym_chair@amcboston.org
Boston Chapter: Spring 2012 Beginner Hiking Program
Hiking/Backpacking Date: Tue April 17, 2012 - Tue May 15, 2012Series of five different lectures on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-9:00pm on 4/17 and 4/24, and 5/1, 5/8, and 5/15 at Cabot Auditorium, AMC, 4 Joy Street, Boston, MA. The program of Lectures, Demos and Guided Hikes are designed to introduce beginners to safe enjoyment of the outdoors. Lectures cover equipment, clothing, safety, weather, nutrition, above-treeline hiking, backpacking, and other topics. Lectures demonstrate equipment, and participants may interact with experienced hike leaders. First four nights cover general and day hiking topics; 5/8 and 5/15 lectures complete general and day hiking topics, then focus on backpacking. Program includes a number of weekend day hikes (some free, some cost extra) reserved for participants to practice skills and gain experience. Intensive weekend of day hiking at Cardigan Lodge and a backpack weekend both reserved for program participants are available at additional cost. More info at link http://www.hbbostonamc.org/index.php/Table/Spring/. $45/members, $50/non-members in advance; $50/$55 after April 1 or at the door. Info & reg. at website. Program can fill - Register early. Register at REGI link http://hbbostonamc.org/regi/192
Region: Massachusetts, Boston Area
State: MA
Country: USA
Status: Open
Registration Required: Yes
Leader: Bob Knudsen (E-mail Bob Knudsen)
Registrar: Bob Knudsen springhiking@hbbostonamc.org (781) 491-0698 (7:00-10:00pm)
Boston Chapter: Spring 2012 Beginner Hiking Program
Young Members Date: Tue April 17, 2012 - Tue May 15, 2012Series of five different lectures on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-9:00pm on 4/17 and 4/24, and 5/1, 5/8, and 5/15 at Cabot Auditorium, AMC, 4 Joy Street, Boston, MA. The program of Lectures, Demos and Guided Hikes are designed to introduce beginners to safe enjoyment of the outdoors. Lectures cover equipment, clothing, safety, weather, nutrition, above-treeline hiking, backpacking, and other topics. Lectures demonstrate equipment, and participants may interact with experienced hike leaders. First four nights cover general and day hiking topics; 5/8 and 5/15 lectures complete general and day hiking topics, then focus on backpacking. Program includes a number of weekend day hikes (some free, some cost extra) reserved for participants to practice skills and gain experience. Intensive weekend of day hiking at Cardigan Lodge and a backpack weekend both reserved for program participants are available at additional cost. More info at link http://www.hbbostonamc.org/index.php/Table/Spring/. $45/members, $50/non-members in advance; $50/$55 after April 1 or at the door. Info & reg. at website. Program can fill - Register early. Register at REGI link http://hbbostonamc.org/regi/192. (Hosted by the Hiking and Backpacking Committee)
Region: Massachusetts, Boston Area
State: MA
Country: USA
Status: Open
Registration Required: Yes
Leader: Michele Grzenda (E-mail Michele Grzenda)
SOLO Advanced Wilderness First Aid Part 2
Intro Date: Fri May 4, 2012 - Sun May 6, 2012For those who have previously taken a SOLO Wilderness First Aid course. Certification for these courses is good for two years. This is an ideal course for AMC Leaders who require re-certification or others that would like to go beyond the basic Wilderness First Aid. We will also offer a CPR Course on Friday afternoon. Pembrook Lodge, Woodstock, NH (LOF) $230 covers SOLO Course fee, AMC fee, two nights lodging, two breakfasts, Saturday dinner and happy hour.
Region: New Hampshire, White Mountains
State: NH
Country: USA
Status: Open
Registration Required: Yes
Leader: Kathy Didier kathydidiertravels@yahoo.com (603) 726-3553
Registrar: Kathy Didier kathydidiertravels@yahoo.com (603) 726-3553
Solo Wilderness First Aid Course
Forty Plus Date: Sat May 5, 2012 - Sun May 6, 2012The perfect course for the outdoor enthusiast or trip leader who wants a basic level of first aid training for short trips with family, friends, and outdoor groups, resulting in certification that is good for two years. This course will be given at the Mass. Audubon Boston Nature Center with easy parking. Limited to 20. $130 course and facility fee.
Region: Massachusetts, Boston Area
State: MA
Country: USA
Status: Open
Registration Required: Yes
Leader: Linda Greco steadyhiker@verizon.net (781) 799-5150 (Before 9PM)
Family Overnight at Galehead Hut
Family Date: Sat May 5, 2012 - Sun May 6, 2012May 5-6 Galehead Hut Trip Join us for a preseason trip to the most remote of AMC's High Huts with spectacular views of the Pemigawasset Wilderness Area. We will hike in to the hut on The Gale River Tr. (4.6 mi. 2200 ft, elevation gain 3 hrs 25 min.)After arriving at the hut we can hike up to the summit of South Twin Mtn. elev. 4,902 ft.(0.8 mi., 1,150ft.,1 hr.) &/or To Galehead Mtn summit elev. 4,024 ft.(0.5 mi., 250 ft., 25 min.)We will do a group supper & breakfast carrying,preparing & cooking our own food. This is not for beginners as the trails are moderate to strenuous! Costs Adults $60 Kids $50 Reg. with L George Tibbo (781-933-8775) george_tibbo@yahoo.com CL TBA
Region: New Hampshire, White Mountains
State: NH
Country: USA
Status: Open
Registration Required: Yes
Leader: George-Tibbo george_tibbo@yahoo.com (781) 933-8775
Wellesley Wander
Local Walks/Hikes Date: Sun May 6, 20125-6-mile circuit with Wellesley College greenhouses and campus, Lake Waban, Charles River, brooks and aqueducts. 10:30am. Bring lunch. Meet at Wellesley College Greenhouses. Route 16W from Wellesley Center to campus entrance; right into campus, right to East Campus/Science Center and parking lot. Rain cancels. No dogs. Non-AMC members $1.
Region: Massachusetts, Boston Area
State: MA
Country: USA
Status: Open
Registration Required: No
Leader: Robert Winters Robert@rwinters.com (617) 661-9230
Western Greenway and Habitat Sanctuary Walk, Belmont, MA
Forty Plus Date: Sun May 6, 2012Six plus miles on marked trails and pathways in the Sanctuary and adjoining Western Greenway.
Region: Massachusetts, Boston Area
State: MA
Country: USA
Status: Open
Registration Required: Yes
Leader: Katherine Moss mosskathy@verizon.net
Picturesque Salem Willows and Winter Island Marine Park
Andover Date: Sun May 6, 2012Enjoy walking through a picturesque park with beautiful ocean views. Take I-95S to Exit 25A onto Andover Street, then Route 114E towards Salem/Marblehead. Turn left onto Pulaski Street, right onto Route 114, and left onto Norman Street. Follow Route 114 and continue on Derby Street onto Fort Avenue. Meet at the tennis courts on the left side of the park at 1:30p.m. Rain cancels. Insert N 42.53268 W 70.87238 into Acme Mapper 2.0 (website below).
Region: Massachusetts, Boston Area
State: MA
Country: USA
Status: Open
Registration Required: No
Leader: Helen and Ray Conway hrconway@gmail.com
Mt Willey (A2AB)
Hiking/Backpacking Date: Sun May 6, 2012Join the Ls (and possibly the hiking hound Paprika) when we hike to this great summit with great views. Standard Spring hiking gear, though may need snowshoes and/or Microspikes. Can be combined with L's Sat hike. Contact L Joe about accommodations ($5/person/night) (LOF). Register at REGI link https://www.hbbostonamc.org/registrationSystem/219
Region: New Hampshire, White Mountains
State: NH
Country: USA
Status: Open
Registration Required: Yes
Leader: Joe Comuzzi jcomuzzi@kateharper.com (978) 448-9837 (978-448-9837)
Co-Leader: Elisabeth Westner (E-mail Elisabeth Westner)
Registrar: Elisabeth Westner ewestner@gmail.com (617) 548-7136 (9:00am to 10:00pm)
Middlesex Fells, Stoneham
Local Walks/Hikes Date: Sun May 6, 2012Easy 2 hr. walk in Middlesex Fells. Meet at 2:00pm at Greenwood Park (across from Stone Zoo). Take Rte. 93 to exit 34. Go N on Rte. 28 to South St., right to park. Bring sturdy shoes, water and snack. No dogs; non-AMC members $1.
Region: Massachusetts, Boston Area
State: MA
Country: USA
Status: Open
Registration Required: No
Leader: Betsy Goeke betsyg@space.mit.edu (781) 729-8484 (until 10 pm)
Mount Auburn Cemetery Walk
Intro Date: Sun May 6, 2012Join us for a springtime walk at Mt. Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge to view trees, spring plants, and a variety of birds. Meet at 10:00am at front gate.
Region: Massachusetts, Boston Area
State: MA
Country: USA
Status: Open
Registration Required: No
Leader: Joyce Bailey freshair2b@gmail.com
Co-Leader: Rachel Neuwirth rbn8000@yahoo.com
Monadnock's Birchtoft Trail
Young Members Date: Sun May 6, 2012Join your fellow hikers on a Mt. Monadnock trip. We will cover 7 miles round trip with 2000 ft of elevation gain. The views from the summit are really something to see. This hike is suitable for experienced hikers and for beginners who are in good condition. Light traction (stablicers, microspikes) may be needed.
Region: New Hampshire, Monadnock Region
State: NH
Country: USA
Status: Open
Registration Required: Yes
Leader: Brian Spencer (E-mail Brian Spencer)
Registrar: CL. Lopa Subramanian (E-mail CL. Lopa Subramanian) (781) 350-5506
