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YM Volunteer Position Descriptions

Friday, February 1, 2019 12:12 PM to Sunday, March 10, 2019 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

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Trip country:

USA

Status:

Open

External link:

Leader:

Shannon MacKenzie amcbostonym@gmail.com

Shannon is a 3-season leader with Young Members. She's happy to lead hikes, backpacks, and nordic ski trips in the whites or locally. She'll also recite a poem if you request it.

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Invitation to Join Young Member's Google Group

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Friday, February 8, 2019 1:18 PM to Sunday, March 17, 2019 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:

Trip country:

USA

Status:

Open

External link:

Leader:

Zoe Rath zrphoto@gmail.com

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President's Weekend in White Mountains, NH February 15 - 18, 2019

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Intro

Friday, February 15, 2019 12:00 AM to Monday, February 18, 2019 12:00 AM

Join AMC friends for Cross Country - Back Country Skiing at moderate level, moderate pace including snowshoeing from novice to experienced. Ski Touring Center available to all levels. Downhill skiing at Waterville Valley nearby. Stay at comfortable Mountain Fare Inn, Campton, NH. $365 covers lodging, 3 breakfasts, 2 dinners, 2 happy hours.

Trip details

Activity:

Skiing

Skiing - Cross-Country (Nordic)

Skiing - Downhill (Alpine)

Snowshoeing

Trip state:

Trip country:

USA

Status:

Open

Leader:

Nancy DiMeo bndimeo@gmail.com (978-649-6255; before 9:00 p.m.)

Robert DiMeo bndimeo@gmail.com (978-649-6255; before 9:00 p.m.)

Registrar:

Nancy DiMeo bndimeo@gmail.com (978-649-6255; before 9:00 p.m.)

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Hike Vermont 4K/HH on President's Day Weekend!

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Friday, February 15, 2019 12:00 AM to Monday, February 18, 2019 12:00 AM

Join us for a weekend of winter hiking fun in Vermont! We will aim to climb a number of Vermont Hundred Highest and possibly 4000 Foot peaks over the course of three days, with cooperative weather. Possible peaks include Dorset (3,770?), Equinox (3,855?), Mendon (3,839?), Killington (4,229'), Bread Loaf (3,835?), Wilson (3,780?), and Pico (3,957?). Lodging in between hikes will be provided at the luxurious "Turn of the River Lodge" in Killington, VT. We will plan to eat out in the evenings, but participants should bring breakfast food, lunches and snacks.

Trip details

Activity:

Hiking

Trip state:

Trip country:

USA

Status:

Open

External link:

Leader:

Jessica Halvorsen

Jessica Halvorsen is a 4-season leader with Boston's Hiking and Backpacking Committee. She has led or co-led more than 50 trips with AMC, and has completed the New England 67 4ks. She enjoys and leads a wide range of trips: from local walks to strenuous hikes and backpacks.

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.

Coleader:

Eric Robbie

AMC co-leader, 48Ker, NE67, WHP2015, 52WAV, Grand Teton Crest traverse, one-day Presi Traverse, many multi-day backpacks, try to hike 2-3x/month 95% in White Mountains, skier, runner.

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Winter Sports Weekend in Quebec

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Friday, February 15, 2019 12:00 AM to Monday, February 18, 2019 12:00 AM

Spend Presidents Day weekend in the winter wonderland of southern Quebec at Mt Orford National Park. Activities include your choice of cross country and downhill skiing, ice skating, snowshoeing, fatbiking, local sightseeing tour, or a visit to the spa. Trip fee of $210 includes three nights lodging double occupancy with ensuite bath, three breakfasts, and three dinners. Limited to 60 participants. Registration closes on February 1. No refunds or changes after February 1. Leaders Marianne Bonnard, Shannon MacKenzie, and Caitlin Hall

Trip details

Activity:

Skiing

Trip country:

Canada

Status:

Open

External link:

Leader:

Shannon MacKenzie tuscola16@gmail.com

Shannon is a 3-season leader with Young Members. She's happy to lead hikes, backpacks, and nordic ski trips in the whites or locally. She'll also recite a poem if you request it.

Marianne Bonnard

Marianne became an AMC leader while she was living in Boston in 2013-17. She's kept on leading trips since her return to Québec City, with the objective of making her AMC friends discover the hiking jewels North of the border. Born and raised in Europe, she's been hiking since the age of 8, in the Alps in France, Austria and Germany. She speaks fluent French and will gladly also act as an intercultural translator!

Caitlin Hall

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Winter Weekend in the Berkshires

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Western Massachusetts Cross Country Ski Areas

Friday, February 15, 2019 5:00 PM to Monday, February 18, 2019 3:00 PM

Join us to explore skiing in western MA, southern VT, and eastern upstate NY on the three-day President's Day weekend. We will visit cross-country (XC) skiing areas and backcountry (BC) ski locations. Intermediate XC abilities needed (including downhill control on touring equipment). If sufficient snow is not available, we will hike various scenic trails in the area. Our lodging is at a relaxing country home with private and semi-private accommodations available. Enjoy beautiful scenery, the company of fellow skiers/hikers, and hearty meals fit for a foodie!

Trip details

Activity:

Skiing

Skiing - Cross-Country (Nordic)

Trip state:

Trip country:

USA

Status:

Wait Listed

External link:

Western Massachusetts State Parks

Prospect Mountain Cross Country Ski Area, VT

Pine Ridge Cross Country Ski Area, NY

AMC Boston Chapter Ski Committee Home Page

Leader:

Aldo Ghirin

I have skied since the late 1970s, and have led skiing, bicycling, and hiking trips for the AMC since 2008. I am the most recent past chair of the Ski Committee for the Boston Chapter. I enjoy all types of free-heel skiing -- cross-country/nordic, downhill/telemark, and backcountry. Got snow? Let's go!

Coleader:

Glenn Barnes

I love cycling, paddling, and xc skiing. I have been a past chair of the NY-North Jersey AMC Chapter's bicycling committee.

Registrar:

Aldo Ghirin

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Presidents Weekend Family Winter Fun, Burke, Vermont

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Guide to XC Skiing in Vermont

Saturday, February 16, 2019 12:00 AM to Tuesday, February 19, 2019 12:00 AM

Winter fun in the heart of the snow belt in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont! Cross country and downhill skiing nearby at Burke and Jay Peak. Other xc options a short drive away. Also Ice skating, sledding, snow men, etc. Stay at large ski house. Group meals, great company. $180pp for the 3 day weekend, includes 2 dinners, 3 breakfasts and snacks. Please register online at: http://tinyurl.com/PrezWknd2019. Questions please contact Naomi Ribner, 781 444-6693, tonaomirose@gmail.com (email preferred).

Trip details

Activity:

Skiing

Skiing - Cross-Country (Nordic)

Skiing - Downhill (Alpine)

Sledding

Trip state:

Trip country:

USA

Status:

Open

External link:

Leader:

Naomi Ribner tonaomirose@gmail.com (781-444-6693)

Paul Pichetti paul_pick@verizon.net

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Cross Country & Downhill Ski Weekend - Sugarloaf Maine

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Saturday, February 16, 2019 6:30 AM to Monday, February 18, 2019 6:00 PM

Join us for a fun-filled ski weekend in Carabassett Valley Maine, just down the road from Sugarloaf Mountain. Participants can cross country ski at either the groomed trails of Sugarloaf Cross Country Center, or those of the Maine Huts & Trails system. Plus, we are less than 2 miles from Sugarloaf Mountain, which offers a wide variety of groomed terrain as well as challenging back-country skiing options. Try downhill one day and cross-country another! Experience in skiing is recommended.

Trip details

Activity:

Skiing

Trip state:

Trip country:

USA

Status:

Open

External link:

Link to AMC Regi

Leader:

Marcella MacKenzie marcelmacnz@gmail.com

An avid lover of the mountains, Marcella has been a hiker and skier since early childhood. She enjoys spending time with other outdoor enthusiasts who appreciate the beauty of all the seasons.

Coleader:

Nancy Cahn njcahn@gmail.com

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Monday on Mount Moriah

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Monday, February 18, 2019 12:00 AM

Join us on Monday, January 18th for a Presidents' Day hike to the summit of Mount Moriah, one of New Hampshire's 4,000 footers. The 10 mile Stonybrook trail is flat and mixed with old logging roads as it follows the brook, crossing the stream several times before beginning its steep ascent to Carter Ridge. Carter Ridge has open views in all directions, including the Presidential Range to the west, the Carter Range to the south, and the Baldface Range to the southeast.

Trip details

Activity:

Hiking

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Trip country:

USA

Status:

Open

External link:

Leader:

Joe Comuzzi

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.

June Mackenzie

Coleader:

Cassandra Downey

I have been hiking with the Boston chapter of the AMC for two years and this will be my third winter hiking season. My favorite place to hike is in the White Mountains, but I live and hike in Western Massachusetts daily and enjoy Vermont very much as well!

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AMC Medawisla Lodge and Cabins School Vacation Week, Greenville, ME

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Medewisla Lodge and Cabins

Monday, February 18, 2019 12:00 AM to Thursday, February 21, 2019 12:00 AM

Join a small group of families at AMC's newest Medewisla Lodge and Cabins in Greenville, ME Monday thru Thursday of School Vacation Week. Enjoy private lakefront cabins w/shared bathhouse (w/shower) and toasty warm woodstove. Small group of families. Drive in location. Cross Country Ski and Snowshoe extensive trail network just steps away from our cabins. Group cooking and full service combo.

Trip details

Activity:

Hiking

Skiing - Cross-Country (Nordic)

Snowshoeing

Trip state:

Trip country:

USA

Status:

Open

External link:

Medewisla Winter Trail Map

AMC Boston Family Outings

Leader:

Jeanne Blauner jablauner@comcast.net (978-202-5606)

Jeanne has led trips for 45+ years for summer camps, college outings, Sierra Club, and AMC. Currently Jeanne heads up AMC Boston Family Outings and loves getting families and kids outdoors. Jeanne also leads for AMC Adventure Travel, having led to Switzerland, Peru (Machu Picchu), and Morocco..

Coleader:

Hillary Berbeco

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Blue Hills Ponkapoag Pond, Canton

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Local Walks/Hikes

Monday, February 18, 2019 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM

[Cancelled due to weather conditions] Moderate pace 5-mi. hike/snowshoe around pond, 10:30am-2:00pm. Bring lunch & water. From Rte. 93/128 exit 2A, take Rte. 138 S 0.7 mi. to Ponkapoag Golf Course lot on L. No dogs; non-AMC members $1. If no snow, bring traction device for boots. Storm cancels. Leader: Beth Mosias

Trip details

Activity:

Hiking

Snowshoeing

Walks

Trip state:

Trip country:

USA

Status:

Canceled

External link:

Ponkapoag Pond Boardwalk, Blue Hills Reservation

Leader:

Beth Mosias Bmosias@yahoo.com

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Boston YM Game Night at City Square

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Tuesday, February 19, 2019 12:00 AM

Join us for a night of board games and card games to remember! Bring your favorite board game or come to play something you haven't before. Game night will run from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm; come for whatever time frame works for you. There may be light snacks but you should plan on figuring out dinner plans on your own. Feel free to bring food for yourself or to share.

Trip details

Activity:

Social Events

Trip state:

Trip country:

USA

Status:

Open

External link:

YM Game Night

Leader:

Zoe Karp zoe.karp@gmail.com

Shannon MacKenzie tuscola16@gmail.com

Shannon is a 3-season leader with Young Members. She's happy to lead hikes, backpacks, and nordic ski trips in the whites or locally. She'll also recite a poem if you request it.

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Family Walk at Walden Pond, Concord, MA

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Boston Family Outings Committee

Wednesday, February 20, 2019 12:00 AM

Looking for something to do during February school vacation week?? Join us for a 1.5-2 mile walk at the historic Walden Pond State Reservation on the Wednesday of February School Vacation Week. This will be an early afternoon walk around Walden Pond, about 2 hours total. We will check out the former site of Thoreau's cabin and enjoy the views of the Pond in winter. Significantly icy conditions will cancel the walk. Parking fee is $8 per the State Reservation. Contact Amy Kelliher with questions: amycbkelliher@gmail.com.

Trip details

Activity:

Hiking

Walks

Trip state:

Trip country:

USA

Status:

Open

External link:

Leader:

Amy Kelliher amycbkelliher@gmail.com

Amy is a leader for and co-chair of the Boston Family Outings Committee. When she's not working on finishing her 48 4000-footers, Amy enjoys looking at maps, reading, cooking, eating, and spending time with her 11-year old twins, her husband, and their energetic Golden Retriever, "Bentley".

Carrie McMillen carriemcmillen@gmail.com

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Maine Woods BC Ski Touring Adventure

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West Branch Pond Camps Website

Wednesday, February 20, 2019 12:00 PM to Sunday, February 24, 2019 2:00 PM

Discover the remote Maine woods on true ski adventure. We'll be based at West Branch Pond Camps within the AMC's 70,000 acre reserve east of Greenville, Maine. We will BC ski on unbroken trails, winding up the White Cap Mtn ridge and through hills and woods on a trails ranging from wide roads and open ponds to narrow trails and some bushwacking. The terrain will vary from well graded dirt roads to some steeper stuff. Some of the trails will be unbroken and we will cut the tracks, but some will be packed out and some trails near the camp may be tracked.

Trip details

Activity:

Skiing - Cross-Country (Nordic)

Trip state:

Trip country:

USA

Status:

Wait Listed

External link:

Trip Brochure

Leader:

Mike Barry mikebarry657@mac.com (617-257-2251)

Mike Barry is a reformed alpine skier who leads multi day XC Ski tours in Maine, Quebec, Norway and the Whites with the Boston Chapter & Adventure Travel Committees. His favorite places to ski are Norway for BC touring (though Maine is close!) and downhill in the French Alps (now on Telemark skis). Mike has been involved in the Club as a Boston Chapter Chair, Club Board of Directors and is currently on the Adventure Travel Committee, and is an active chapter bike and ski leader.

Registrar:

Mike Barry mikebarry657@mac.com (617-257-2251)

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Family Walk at Goldsmith Reservation, Andover, MA

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Thursday, February 21, 2019 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Join us for a 2.5-mile round trip hike along a wide, mostly flat trail that leads to a pond.

Trip details

Activity:

Hiking

Trip state:

Trip country:

USA

Status:

Open

Leader:

Denise Boucher denisegirish@yahoo.com (978-470-0243)

Coleader:

Elaine Yang

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February AMC YM Bar Social

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Thursday, February 21, 2019 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Please join us for our AMC Young Members (YM) monthly social from 6-9pm at The Asgard Irish Pub & Restaurant (350 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA). Come sit indoors and warm up with a drink and food. Get more information on weekend outings, volunteer opportunities, and meet people with the same passion for the outdoors. You may purchase drinks and meals on your own. Some appetizers will be provided. We look forward to seeing you there!

Space is limited! Register at the link below.

Trip details

Activity:

Social Events

Trip state:

Trip country:

USA

Status:

Open

External link:

Leader:

Sarah Cahn

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Family Ski Weekend at Pinestead Lodge in Franconia, NH

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Thursday, February 21, 2019 6:00 PM to Sunday, February 24, 2019 12:00 PM

Family ski weekend based at the comfortable but rustic Pinestead Farm Lodge in Franconia, NH. We have several simple "suites" of rooms with shared bath and kitchen facilities. Breakfast and dinner are group events at the lodge. Lunch materials are provided. Pinestead is 10 minutes from Cannon Mountain and 5 minutes from the XC ski trails at the Franconia Inn. Bretton Woods Alpine and XC areas are about 45 minutes away.

Trip details

Activity:

Skiing - Cross-Country (Nordic)

Skiing - Downhill (Alpine)

Sledding

Snowshoeing

Trip state:

Trip country:

USA

Status:

Open

External link:

Pinestead Farm Lodge

Franconia Inn

Leader:

Valerie Paul valerie.paul@gmail.com (508-561-8097; Before 9pm)

I'm an "alumni leader" for the Family Outings group. I led ski, camping and hiking trips for many years until my son "aged out" but I still love hanging out with kids and sharing my joy in all things outdoorsy with kids and parents alike. I also love to cook for groups and get folks together over the prep table.

Eddy Luttmer eddy.luttmer@gmail.com (617-413-1815; Before 9pm)

I was the long time chair of the family outings committee and led dozens of trips over the years before my kids "aged out". I love to play outside - especially on XC skis, in a solo whitewater canoe or on my sailboat and I thoroughly enjoy teaching kids (and adults).

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Potluck & Slideshow - The Best Unknown Place to Backpack in the World

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Thursday, February 21, 2019 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM

IMPORTANT: You *MUST* register for the show using the button above. A keycode will be emailed to all registrants the day before the show in order to access the building.

Nasja Mesa...the best unknown place to backpack in the world. Join Cambridge, MA photographer Harvey Halpern as he shows photos from his two latest long backpacks (33 and 24 days in length) on Nasja Mesa in Southern Utah. Harvey will also update you on the legal and political battle to reverse President Trump's illegal evisceration of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments, both in Utah.

Trip details

Activity:

Backpacking

Camping

Conservation

Critical Treasure

Hiking

Photography

Social Events

Trip state:

Trip country:

USA

Status:

Open

External link:

Leader:

Julie LePage

Julie most enjoys leading challenging backpacks as well as fast-paced, full-day ridge traverses into the lesser-traveled corners of NH & ME. She also hosts the AMC Boston Slideshow Series and can be found helping out at the Boston Winter Hiking Program or leading winter hiking trips.

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Skate Ski Workshop

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Thursday, February 21, 2019 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Learn how to skate ski at Weston Ski Track - this workshop is intended for people who are comfortable with classic nordic skiing, and would like to learn basic skate skiing technique. $13 fee includes trail pass and instruction. Rentals available separately for $20.

Trip details

Activity:

Skiing - Cross-Country (Nordic)

Trip state:

Trip country:

United States

Status:

Open

External link:

Skate Skier

Leader:

Shannon MacKenzie

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XC Ski Weekend and Chocolate Festival!

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30th Annual Chocolate Festival

Friday, February 22, 2019 12:00 AM to Sunday, February 24, 2019 12:00 AM

Do you love chocolate? do you love XC skiing? Yes! Then you should join us for this cross-country ski weekend which includes the Mt Washington Valley, 30th Annual Chocolate Festival - Sunday, February 24th. Known by many as the 'Sweetest Day on the Trails", this may be the only day of the year when chocolate indulgence is totally guilt-free! Chocoholics cross-country ski the trails to enjoy chocolate prepared every way imaginable.

Trip details

Activity:

Skiing - Cross-Country (Nordic)

Trip state:

Trip country:

USA

Status:

Open

External link:

Winter skiing Checklist

Leader:

Zoe Rath

In the summer I enjoy hiking and in the winter I've become a big fan of xc skiing. This is the third time I'm leading this chocolate ski trip! I look forward to meeting you all on my trip.

Coleader:

Julia Doucett

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Winter day hike to Field, Willey, & Tom

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Saturday, February 23, 2019 12:00 AM

The plan is to do a moderately paced loop hike over Tom, Field and Willey. This trip is about 10 miles and 3,600 feet elevation gain. WHP participants are welcome to join.

Trip details

Activity:

Hiking

Trip state:

Trip country:

USA

Status:

Open

External link:

Leader:

Casey Ajalat

Casey leads trips year around for the hiking/backpacking committee of the AMC Boston Chapter. He is heavily engaged in the H/B leadership and training programs such as Spring/Fall Leadership Training as well as our educational programs in the Spring and Winter Hiking Programs. Like other hikers that hike before sun up and after sun down and do 20+ miles, Casey likes to do the same only keep it under 10 miles :) He's experienced but not a speed daemon

Coleader:

Yvette Marts

A 3-season leader and 4-season co-leader for the AMC Boston chapter H/B committee. Completed all 48 New Hampshire 4000 footers in winter. Completed a single day Presidential traverse and single day Pemi-loop in the summer of 2018. Hiked several 14,000 footers in Colorado. Advanced Wilderness First Aid certified.

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Family Snowshoe Overnight to Windblown East Glade Shelter (w/Woodburning Stove), New Ipswich, NH

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