Community

Our vision is clear: a future where nature is healthy, loved, and protected, and where every person has the opportunity to find joy, adventure, and belonging in the outdoors.

Engagement

As stewards of the natural world, we’re committed to fostering a welcoming community where people who embody a wide range of experiences and perspectives can come together to explore, protect, and connect with nature. LEARN MORE »

Leadership Training

We offer activity-specific leadership training to persons interested in becoming volunteer trip leaders. This makes sure our leaders are qualified and prepared for potential issues that are unique to each activity. LEARN MORE »

Leader Resources

Forms, guidance, policies, and resources for trip leaders. VIEW RESOURCES »

Beginner Resources

Advice and resources for beginners. VIEW RESOURCES »

Articles and Documents

Our guidebooks, maps, and instructional articles have been valuable resources for outdoor enthusiasts since the 1800s. Here we highlight articles of interest to the Western MA community from AMC Outdoors (the digital magazine of the Appalachian Mountain Club), other publications written specifically for our chapter, and documents such as by-laws, annual reports, committee guidelines, forms, and manuals. VIEW ARTICLES »

Interactive Learning

Interactive applications on the outdoors from the Western MA Communications Committee. VIEW INTERACTIVES »