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Beginner Hiking Program (BHP) for Families, April - June 2018, Boston Area

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Boston Family Outings
Saturday, April 7, 2018 12:00 AM to Saturday, June 30, 2018 12:00 AM

Have you ever wanted to take your family for a hike? Not sure where to go, what to bring, or how to convince your kids it will be fun? Then join us for the new Beginner Hiking Program for Families! Registering your family for this program will give you access to kid-friendly, beginner through more advanced, hikes with other families. Hike locations will mainly be Metro Boston / Eastern MA with some options for NH and the White Mountains.

Trip details

Activity: 
Hiking
Trip state: 
MA
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Open
External link: 
Register Here
AMC Boston Family Outings
Leader: 
Amy Kelliher amycbkelliher@gmail.com
Carrie McMillen carriemcmillen@gmail.com

AMC Boston Chapter is Seeking Volunteers and Nominees for Officers

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Executive Committee
Sunday, April 22, 2018 12:00 AM to Sunday, July 15, 2018 12:00 AM

The Boston Chapter has open opportunities for resourceful members to help shape the direction of their Chapter. The positions serve on the Executive Committee, which represents the largest population of members within the AMC community. We are a community of 23,000 members strong and our active, energetic, and conservation-minded community is waiting for you to help lead.

Trip details

Activity: 
Conservation
Trip state: 
MA
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Open
External link: 
Trillium
Leader: 
Jeffrey Carlson volunteer@amcboston.org
Cindy Crosby volunteer@amcboston.org

AMC Boston Young Members Steering Committee Ongoing Volunteer Opportunity

101230
Young Members
Tuesday, June 12, 2018 12:16 PM to Thursday, July 19, 2018 12:00 AM

The AMC Boston Young Members (YM) Committee is dedicated to encouraging people in their 20s and 30s to get involved in the AMC and enjoy the outdoors. We are always looking for enthusiastic volunteers interested in becoming involved with the Committee. If you have attended a few YM events and are interested in exploring opportunities to contribute to the steering committee, please contact us at amcbostonym@gmail.com.

Descriptions of typical YM Steering Committee and Volunteer positions can be found at this link:

Trip details

Activity: 
Conservation
Trip state: 
MA
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Open
External link: 
YM Volunteer Position Descriptions
Leader: 
Sean Deshaies amcbostonym@gmail.com

Sean has been hiking with the AMC for four years now. He is currently working on his Northeast 111, which includes all 48 4000'ers in New Hampshire and all 46 4000'ers in the Adirondacks. When he's not hiking, you'll see him running half-marathons, marathons, triathlons or working out with November Project.

Invitation to Join Young Member's Google Group

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Young Members
Monday, June 18, 2018 4:53 PM to Tuesday, July 24, 2018 12:00 AM

Join the Young Members Google Group: Spontaneous Outings and Socials (SOS). SOS includes local hikes, walks, nature trips, socials, talks, workshops, etc., within the Boston area. The goal is to bring like-minded people together and encourage exploration, enjoyment, and appreciation of local open spaces and environmental issues. Trips and socials will be emailed 3-5 days in advance and will include meeting location, required equipment, skill level, and duration.

Trip details

Activity: 
Hiking
Trip state: 
MA
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Open
External link: 
Register here
Leader: 
Michele Grzenda mgrzenda@aol.com

Lakes of the Clouds

102583
Forty Plus
Saturday, June 23, 2018 12:00 AM to Sunday, June 24, 2018 12:00 AM

Hike to Lakes in the Clouds-Beautiful Views-Route Crawford Path (weather permitting) Summit Mt Washington and other nearby peaks .

Trip details

Activity: 
Hiking
Trip state: 
NH
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Full
External link: 
Register Here
Leader: 
Teresa Pagliuca pagliuca.t@gmail.com
Steven Dennen stevedennen@gmail.com

AMC Echo Lake Camp, Acadia National Park, Mount Desert Island, Maine

104997
Boston Family Outings
Saturday, June 23, 2018 12:00 AM to Saturday, June 30, 2018 12:00 AM

Enjoy AMC Echo Lake Camp and all Acadia National Park has to offer one kid age 15 and under FREE per paying adult the week of June 23 - 30.

Trip details

Activity: 
Conservation
Critical Treasure
Hiking
Walks
Trip state: 
ME
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Open
External link: 
AMC Echo Lake Camp
AMC Echo Lake Camp Reservations
Leader: 
Jeanne Blauner jablauner@comcast.net (978-202-5606)

AMC Cold River Camp, North Chatham, NH

104995
Boston Family Outings
Saturday, June 23, 2018 12:00 AM to Saturday, June 30, 2018 12:00 AM

Enjoy AMC Cold River Camp 2 kids under 12 FREE per paying adult the week of June 23 - 30. Located on the NH/ME border in North Chatham, NH ~ 3-hours from the Boston area. Offering an authentic New England hiking camp experience since 1919. Private rustic cabins, comfortable lodge, delicious family-style break-fasts and dinners, and trail lunches. Hike, swim, paddle, bike, or simply relax. Daily-led hikes. Reservations and information: http://www.amccoldrivercamp.org/Pages/reservInfo.html

Trip details

Activity: 
Bicycling
Conservation
Hiking
Paddling
Trip state: 
NH
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Open
External link: 
AMC Cold River Camp Reservations
AMC Cold River Camp
Leader: 
Jeanne Blauner jablauner@comcast.net (978-202-5606)
Registrar: 
Lois Winker amccrcinquiry@gmail.com (914-747-3194; before 9 PM)

Beginner Backpacking Weekend on the A/T

106154
Hiking/Backpacking
Saturday, June 23, 2018 12:00 AM to Sunday, June 24, 2018 12:00 AM

You like hiking. You like camping. Now you want to combine the two! Join us for a one-way 20 mile backpacking weekend on the Appalachian Trail, from Kinsman Notch to NH 25A. On day 1 we will start with a steep ascent up Mt. Moosilauke (4802'), where we may be rewarded with 360 degree views of the White Mountain National Forest. We will continue on the A/T and spend the night camping along the trail, or at a shelter if available. On day 2 we will make breakfast, clean up camp, and complete our final 10 miles to the car spot.

Trip details

Activity: 
Backpacking
Trip state: 
NH
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Open
External link: 
Register here
Leader: 
Bryan Jones
Coleader: 
Carlee Schmidt
Sri Perinkulam

GreatGulfAPalooza--Vol 2 Episode 1--Madison via Mad Gulf, return via Osgood

106729
Hiking/Backpacking
Sunday, June 24, 2018 12:00 AM

Join Pete and Joe for the first episode in the return of the GreatGulfAPalooza! Visit some of the beautiful, remote, seldom tracked areas of the Great Gulf. Today's trip ascends to the top of Mt Madison via a secret jewel of the White Mountains--the Madison Gulf Trail.. This trail involves a significant amount of exposed scrambling, so if that isn't your thing, then you should consider another trip. Also, this trip will be fast paced, with few stops--be prepared to refuel and drink on the fly.

Trip details

Activity: 
Hiking
Trip state: 
NH
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Open
External link: 
Register here
Leader: 
Peter Osler osler@alum.mit.edu (802-324-4199; before 9:00 PM)

I do challenging day hikes

Couch-to-4k Young Members (20s & 30s) (June 17 - August 26)

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Young Members
Sunday, June 24, 2018 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 three levels of difficulty, starting with local walks with little elevation gain and culminating in treks up four-thousand-footers of New Hampshire.

Couch to 4k trip leaders will highlight important skills for safe hiking such navigation, hydration, nutrition, and proper attire. Most Couch to 4k events are on the weekends, but look out for weekday night local hikes as well.

Trip details

Activity: 
Hiking
Trip state: 
MA
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Open
External link: 
Register here
Leader: 
Sean Deshaies thatbostonamcguy@gmail.com

Sean has been hiking with the AMC for four years now. He is currently working on his Northeast 111, which includes all 48 4000'ers in New Hampshire and all 46 4000'ers in the Adirondacks. When he's not hiking, you'll see him running with November Project.

Coleader: 
Chao Xie chaoranxie@gmail.com

First-Time Riders Trip: Charles River Loop

106324
Bicycling
Sunday, June 24, 2018 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

This trip is being offered for new and current AMC members who have not joined us on a bicycling event before. This bike trip is an easy and popular route around the Charles River from Boston to Waltham. It will run about 25 miles primarily along bike paths next to the Charles River. We will make a couple of stops for sightseeing along the way and also for lunch. All riders must have a bicycle in good working order, and bring a helmet, spare tire and patch repair kit.

All are welcome to join us, but the AMC bicycling group will treat for lunch for first-time riders.

Trip details

Activity: 
Bicycling
Trip state: 
MA
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Canceled
External link: 
Bobby Orr Statue
Cue Sheet
MBTA Bike Policy
Leader: 
Paul Noe pjscdn@yahoo.com (781-329-1861; 7pm to 9pm)
Karen Hall bikeamc812@gmail.com

INTRO Hike in the Fells

106541
Intro
Sunday, June 24, 2018 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM

This loop hike will include the Lawrence Woods, Panther Cave and the Wright Tower over a variety of trails. Moderate pace, about six miles. No dogs, please.

Trip details

Activity: 
Hiking
Trip state: 
MA
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Open
External link: 
Wright Tower, Middlesex Fells
Leader: 
Thurman Smith thurman@efrllc.com (781-729-3832; 8 am to 10pm)

INTRO and Ski Committee leader. Winchester resident.

Charles River Evening Paddle - Nahanton Park

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Paddling
Monday, June 25, 2018 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Join us for a relaxed evening flat water paddle on the Charles River in Newton.

Launch time is 6 pm. Plan to arrive 15-30 minutes early to unload and prepare.
Boat rentals are available from Charles River Canoe and Kayak. If you are renting, please arrive early to allow time to do so.

PFD must be worn at all times.
Event is open to all paddlers.

Trip details

Activity: 
Paddling - Flatwater
Trip state: 
MA
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Open
External link: 
AMC Boston Paddlers website
Charles River Canoe & Kayak Rental at Nahanton Park
Leader: 
Kara Greenfield (631-885-1900)

Shining Sea Bikeway

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Forty Plus
Wednesday, June 27, 2018 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM

Join us for a leisurely paced scenic ride along the Shining Sea Bike Way from North Falmouth to Wood's Hole (22 miles round trip) with a short Salt Pond Sanctuary walk and swimming option. Aquarium stop (free) and lunch at Wood's Hole. Meet at 10:15am for a 10:30 am start, finish by 2:30pm. Helmet, bicycle in good repair, spare tube, water, snacks, windbreaker, sunscreen required. Registration required. Rain cancels.

Trip details

Activity: 
Bicycling
Trip state: 
MA
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Open
External link: 
Biking to the beach
Leader: 
Emily McPhillips emcp@me.com
Registrar: 
Emily McPhillips emcp@me.com

Pond Social for Paddlers

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Paddling
Wednesday, June 27, 2018 5:30 PM to 12:00 AM

Come to our Wednesday evening (5:30 pm - dark, June 6 - Aug 29) pond socials! These are informal get-togethers at a pond in Concord (near Walden Pond) to practice paddling skills, roll whitewater kayaks and play around.
Everyone is welcome to join us with their own boat! We have WW kayak rentals for $10. You must be able to transport the kayak from the boathouse to the pond and back (approx. 5 miles).

Trip details

Activity: 
Paddling
Paddling - Flatwater
Paddling - Sea Kayaking
Paddling - Whitewater
Trip state: 
MA
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Open
External link: 
AMC Boston Paddlers website
Leader: 
Melanie Rausch

Beginning Whitewater Kayak Instruction: Series C

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Paddling
Thursday, June 28, 2018 6:00 PM to Sunday, July 1, 2018 5:00 PM

Experience the excitement of whitewater kayaking in a fun and supportive environment with an outstanding group of paddlers. Students will learn basic kayak strokes, maneuvers, and water safety skills on a local pond in Concord, then travel to the river during a weekend trip for a two-day instructional trip on Class 1-2 whitewater.

Trip details

Activity: 
Instruction (Skills)
Paddling
Paddling - Whitewater
Trip state: 
MA
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Open
External link: 
AMC Boston Paddlers
ACA
Leader: 
Matthew Selby callmeselby@mac.com
Registrar: 
Chris Rolt chris_rolt@yahoo.com

Thursday Night Ride - Sudbury

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Bicycling
Thursday, June 28, 2018 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Join us for a moderate paced (13 - 14 mph) ride through the beautiful scenery of Sudbury and Lincoln, including views of our Wild & Scenic River. We will start at SVT's Wolbach Farm at 18 Wolbach Rd. in Sudbury. We'll meet at 5:45 for a 6:00 sharp ride start. Riders should be able to fix a flat and complete the ride in about 1.5 hours. Helmet, bright clothes, and bike in good condition required. Rain cancels. Dinner at local restaurant often follows ride.

Trip details

Activity: 
Bicycling - Evening
Trip state: 
MA
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Open
Leader: 
Laura Mattei naturalauram@gmail.com (339-222-2503)

Bike Truro!

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Intro
Friday, June 29, 2018 12:00 AM to Sunday, July 1, 2018 12:00 AM

June 29-July 1. Bike Truro! Stay in the Truro Hostel on outer Cape Cod, Nestled in the seaside with ocean views. Arrive on Friday pm for a happy hour, spend Saturday and Sunday biking to Provincetown & around the Cape (up to 35 miles @ 11-14 mph). $160.00 includes 2 nights lodgings, 2 brkfts, & 2 happy hour snacks. L Joyce Bailey (freshair2b@gmail.com), L Rachel Neuwirth (rbn8000@yahoo.com)

Trip details

Activity: 
Bicycling
Bicycling - Road
Bicycling - Touring
Trip state: 
MA
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Wait Listed
External link: 
Turo Hostel
Leader: 
Joyce Bailey freshair2b@gmail.com
Rachel Neuwirth rbn8000@yahoo.com (617-821-7649)
Registrar: 
Rachel Neuwirth rbn8000@gmail.com (617-821-7649; Contact before 9:00 p.m. EST)

Friday Morning Ride from Bedford

105472
Bicycling
Friday, June 29, 2018 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Meet at the parking lot next to the Bikeway Source, 111 South Rd, Bedford for a 30 mile intermediate paced ride through back roads of Bedford, Concord, and Carlisle.
Ride will start promptly at 10AM, please plan to arrive 15 minutes early to be ready to ride at 10.
In case of bad weather, the ride will be cancelled by 8AM
Check here for updates

Trip details

Activity: 
Bicycling
Trip state: 
MA
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Open
External link: 
RideWithGPS Route
Leader: 
Jack Donohue jmdonohue@alum.mit.edu

Bike Truro!

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Bicycling
Friday, June 29, 2018 4:00 PM to Sunday, July 1, 2018 12:00 AM

June 29 - July 1. Bike Truro! Stay in the Truro Hostel on outer Cape Cod, Nestled in the seaside with ocean views. Arrive on Friday pm for a happy hour, spend Saturday and Sunday biking to Provincetown & around the Cape (up to 35 miles @ 11-14 mph). $160.00 includes 2 nights lodgings, 2 breakfasts & 2 happy hour snacks. L Joyce Bailey (freshair2b@gmail.com), L Rachel Neuwirth (rbn8000@yahoo.com)

Trip details

Activity: 
Bicycling
Bicycling - Road
Bicycling - Touring
Trip state: 
MA
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Wait Listed
External link: 
Turo Hostel - Cape Cod
Leader: 
Joyce Bailey freshair2b@gmail.com (781-603-9075; Before 9:00 p.m. EST)
Rachel Neuwirth rbn8000@yahoo.com
Registrar: 
Rachel Neuwirth rbn8000@yahoo.com

Introduction to Sea Kayaking: Hingham Harbor

106629
Paddling
Saturday, June 30, 2018 12:00 AM

Intended for those who have limited sea kayaking experience or want a refresher. This fast paced session will cover essential strokes, rescues, navigation, tides, and paddling near and across boating channels. It will take place in Hingham Harbor and will include paddling around some of the Harbor Islands. Basic kayaking skills are required, including the ability to confidently wet exit with a spray skirt. Expect a full day of instruction, training, and paddling. A 15 foot (minimum) kayak with fore and aft bulkheads, spray skirt, and PFD, are required.

Trip details

Activity: 
Paddling - Sea Kayaking
Trip state: 
MA
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Canceled
External link: 
AMC Boston Paddlers
Leader: 
Dennis Blejer djblejer@verizon.net

Dennis Blejer is an AMC Boston Chapter Sea Kayak Leader with ACA certifications in Coastal Kayak Trip Leadership and Open Water Skills

Coleader: 
Alex Daggett
Registrar: 
Dennis Blejer djblejer@verizon.net

Mt. Zealand in June

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Hiking/Backpacking
Saturday, June 30, 2018 12:00 AM

Join us for good company and weather permitting, great views on the way to wooded summit of Mt. Zealand (4260'). We will take the Northeast approach from Zealand road, 11.4 miles, about 2400 ft of elevation gain. Participants should have a similar distance hikes with AMC within the past 6 months, not including Spring Program hikes.

Trip details

Activity: 
Hiking
Trip state: 
NH
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Open
External link: 
Click here to register
Leader: 
Zeynep Ozyuksel
Barbara Amoroso

Annual Presidential traverse

106073
Hiking/Backpacking
Saturday, June 30, 2018 12:00 AM

Join us for a hyper-scenic single-day odyssey over the challenging terrain of NH's iconic Presidential Range! We will hike in two teams. A southbound team will follow the classic route from the Appalachia trailhead in Randolph, NH to the Crawford Path trailhead in Bretton Woods. The route includes 10 peaks (Madison, Adams, Jefferson, Clay, Washington, Monroe, South Monroe, Franklin, Eisenhower, Pierce), 7 of which are official 4000 footers. Stats: 20 miles and 8600 feet of cumulative elevation gain at a moderate pace (1.5+ mph).

Trip details

Activity: 
Hiking
Trip state: 
NH
Trip country: 
USA
Status: 
Open
External link: 
Register Here
Leader: 
Joe Comuzzi jcomuzzi@kateharper.com (978-448-9837)

Joe is one of the Boston Chapter's most experienced and active trip leaders - his summit visits number in the quadruple digits. Included among the many outings he leads each year for the Chapter's Hiking/Backpacking Committee are the single-day Presidential Range traverse on the summer solstice, and the Map & Compass course in the fall.

Pam Wilmot

I love to hike and backpack, and lead all kinds of trips from beginner, to extra-long day hikes like a single day Presi traverse, to multi-day backpacks and bushwhacks. I even lead trips overseas for the Adventure travel committee. It's all good! I've hiked the 100 Highest peaks in NE, the NH 4000 footers in winter, and hope to someday hike a long trail like the PCT or the AT.

John Etzel
Alex Nedzel

Alex enjoys hiking in all seasons. While best known for fast-paced single day, multi-peak mega-hikes and gnarly back country bushwhacks, he will enjoy sharing his love for the mountains just about anywhere, with hikers at all ability levels.

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