Activities for the Hiking/Backpacking Committee
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Acadia National Park Hiking and Camping
Friday, July 21, 2017 12:00 AM to Sunday, July 23, 2017 12:00 AM
Enjoy a summer weekend in Acadia National Park hiking a variety of trails, some very challenging and rewarding. The hikes we're planning are short but do include some technical portions like ladders, steep ledges, etc., and may be challenging for those with a fear of heights. Join us to watch the sunrise from atop Cadillac Mountain and enjoy the beautiful ocean views! There may be some beach time and/or a brewery tour, too. Limited to 12 participants.
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Views from the Osceolas
Please join Anne, Carl and Dutch (Carl's dog) as we take in the fantastic views from the summit of Mt. Osceola and the East Peak. We'll hike in and out from Tripoli Road covering a total distance of 8.4 miles and gain/lose 2,400 Ft of elevation. This hike is considered moderately difficult. Recent participation on hikes of the same distance and elevation gain/loss is a pre-requisite.
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Mount Moosilauke via Beaver Brook Trail
Ascend Mount Moosilauke (4802') by way of the Beaver Brook trail, the steepest route located on the northeast side. This 7.6 mile hike will ascend 3274 feet of elevation gain. We will also make a stop at the nearby peak Mount Blue, one of the trailwright peaks, via a short herd path. A mountaintop lunch will be had, however in case of inclement weather the Beaver Brook shelter is halfway up the mountain will be a safe stopping point. This is an out and back hike on steep terrain. Participants should be comfortable with heights and have recent hiking experience in the Whites.
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Middle and North Carter
This is a there and back via the well traveled North Imp Trail to the North Carter Trail. Stopping at both North Carter (4530) and Middle Carter (4610) summit. Total distance is 10.4 miles and total elevation gain of 3,335 feet.
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Garfield-Galehead Loop Hike
Join us for a challenging 15.3 mile, 4202-foot elevation gain loop hike to Mt Garfield and Galehead Mountain, enjoying some of the finest views of the Pemigewasset Wilderness and high ridges in the White Mountains! This will be a moderately-paced hike with infrequent stops but we will definitely enjoy the views, weather permitting! Recent White Mountains or similar experience with similar distance and elevation necessary for this 9-10 hour hike. Mileage includes a 1.6 mile road walk to return to the Garfield trailhead.
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Mt. Jefferson via Castle Ravine
Join us for a hike that includes it all. We will be hiking up to Mt Jefferson (5,712 feet) on the less traveled Castle ravine trail. The round trip will be 10.2 miles and a total elevation gain of 4,240 feet. We will be hiking next to gushing rivers and also be cross them at times too (Depending on water levels, this can prove challenging and refreshing!). Closer to the top we will be faced with steep sections that will required some rock scrambling (isn't for the fain of heart). The route is on the Terrifying 25 list so we will be hitting 2 for one on this hike.
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Webster Jackson Loop
Join the leaders for a loop hike over Mts. Webster and Jackson in the Crawford Notch area of NH. On this hike we will summit Mt. Webster (3910') and Jackson (4052'), expect great views of Crawford Notch as well as varied terrain. Register at REGI link http://regi.amcboston.org/1589.
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Northern Vermont backpacking: Long Trail + Jay and Big Jay.
Saturday, August 5, 2017 12:00 AM to Sunday, August 6, 2017 12:00 AM
Backpack the northern end of Vermont's Long Trail and visit the summits of Jay and Big Jay, two of New England's 100 highest. Mileage is roughly 10 miles each day with 1500 - 2000 feet of elevation gain. Register at REGI link https://regi.amcboston.org/1626.
Tripyramids Day Hike via the Slides
Tripyramids Day Hike via the Slides
Join us for a hike over the 3 summits of the Tripyramids. We will be taking the Mount Tripyramid Trail which is a loop trail via the north and south slide. We will be ascending the north slide which has very steep rock slabs and descending the south slide which is steep loose gravel. You need to have a good head for heights and experience on steep rock slabs to be comfortable doing this hike. The trip has a limit of 10 people as this is in the Sandwich Range Wilderness so only sign up if you intend to go as this will be a popular trip.
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Mt Chocorua
Mt. Chocorua Hike
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Mount Moriah
Come join us for a pleasant loop hike to the summit of Mt. Moriah (4,049) via the Carter-Moriah trail and descending via Stony Brook Trail. At the summit we'll enjoy excellent views of Mt Washington to the west and Maine to the north.
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Car Camping weekend in Vermont with hikes on 3 of NEHH
Friday, August 18, 2017 12:00 AM to Sunday, August 20, 2017 12:00 AM
Working on New England's 100 Highest? - then join us for a weekend car camping expedition to beautiful southern Vermont with the intention of bagging 3 peaks on the list - Dorset (3,835'), Equinox (3,850') and Stratton (3,940'). Reservations have been made at The Battenkill campground close to the historic town of Manchester in Vermont. In addition to flush toilets and hot showers, the campground has a small shop that offers coffee and pastries for breakfast.
Mt. Passaconway and Whiteface
Join us for a joint HB/YM loop hike of Mt. Passaconaway and Mt. Whiteface. This loop at 11 miles long is a strenuous hike; expect 4200ft of elevation gain. We plan to hike at a moderate to fast pace. Explore two 4000ft summits with great view while enjoying the company your fellow lively and determined outdoor enthusiasts.
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Madison HUT stay tagging mt Madison and possibly Mt Adams
Saturday, August 19, 2017 7:00 AM to Sunday, August 20, 2017 12:00 AM
We will hike the Valley way trail.3.8 miles to Madison hut there we will drop most of our gear and pick our bunks. we will then decide if we hike to mt Adams ( star lake trail)an additional 2 miles round trip or just mt Madison (osgood trail) 1 mile additional.
the croo serves a fantastic dinner at 6pm sharp so we can not be late for that.Sunday morning we will eat a good breakfast again prepared by the croo and hike Madison if we did not do it the day before.and then we will head back to the cars.
Howker Ridge to Mt Madison
Do you like to take the route less travelled? The Howker Ridge Trail is a lesser known, but very scenic way to ascend Mt Madison in the Northern Presidentials.
This trail offers great views of Mts Washington, Adams, Jefferson and the Great Gulf Wilderness as majority of the ridge is above treeline. This hike will require scrambling along the four humps called the "Howks".
After the 4 mile hike to the summit, we will descend to the Madison Springs Hut in time for lunch before heading back (via the Watson Path, Kelton and Brookside trails) to Rt 2.
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Couch to 4K Hiking Program
Wednesday, September 6, 2017 12:00 AM to Monday, October 9, 2017 12:00 AM
Couch to 4K is a series of hikes intended to introduce participants to the basic skills and knowledge required for safe and fun outdoor experiences. Hikes are organized into five levels of difficulty, starting with local walks with little elevation gain and culminating in treks up the four-thousand-footers of New Hampshire.
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Wilderness First Aid and Recertification
Saturday, September 16, 2017 8:00 AM to Sunday, September 17, 2017 5:00 PM
The Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course will help you prepare for the unexpected. This fast-paced, hands-on training is designed to meet the needs of trip leaders, camp staff, outdoor enthusiasts and individuals working in remote locations. It will introduce you to caring for people who become ill or injured far from definitive medical care. Classroom lectures and demonstrations are combined with realistic scenarios where mock patients will challenge you to integrate your learning.
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Hike Mt. Mist to Webster Slide Mountain, NH
Hiking the Wachipauke Pond Trail (a section of the AT), we will summit Mt. Mist and then proceed to Webster Slide Mountain, a wooded summit with impressive views. This section of the AT is located southwest of Mt. Moosilaukee just beyond Glencliff, NH. This is a point to point hike with a carspot. We will meet at the trailhead at Rte 25C where we will leave cars. We will then drive to the start of the hike at the trailhead on Rte 25. Mileage for end-to-end is approximately 7 miles.
Elevation gain is 1200 feet.
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Mount Greylock Overnight Backpack
Saturday, September 30, 2017 12:00 AM to Sunday, October 1, 2017 12:00 AM
Join us to the top of Mt Greylock, the highest mountain in Massachusetts! This hike packs in numerous scenic spots and views. This overnight backpacking trip loops around the varied landscape surrounding Mount Greylock and up to its spectacular summit. The first day's 7.4 mile hike offers several optional side trails to beautiful places; Money Brook Falls cascade, Robinson's Point, and Cataract Falls. The group will stay overnight at the Bellows Pipe Shelter.
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A/T Rangeley Section Backpack in Maine (Advanced)
Friday, October 13, 2017 12:00 AM to Monday, October 16, 2017 12:00 AM
Section hiking the Appalachian Trail? Peak-bagging the New England 4,000-footers or hundred highest? Then this is the adventure for you. We will backpack on the A/T from Rte. 4 to Rte. 16/27 in Maine. The trip will be about 35 miles over the course of four days, with three nights spent on the trail. If all goes according to plan, we will hit six Maine 4,000-footers including the elusive Mt. Redington via the bushwhack/herd path.
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Wilderness First Aid and Recertification
Saturday, November 4, 2017 8:00 AM to Sunday, November 5, 2017 5:00 PM
The Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course will help you prepare for the unexpected. This fast-paced, hands-on training is designed to meet the needs of trip leaders, camp staff, outdoor enthusiasts and individuals working in remote locations. It will introduce you to caring for people who become ill or injured far from definitive medical care. Classroom lectures and demonstrations are combined with realistic scenarios where mock patients will challenge you to integrate your learning.
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AT Section Hike, Maine
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Test Event
Test event
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