Events

Outings, chapter meetings, and other non-activity events are posted on this page. Activities are posted on our activities page.

Archived Events

Western MA Chapter Annual Meeting Celebration

[25‑Oct‑2024] Join the Western MA Chapter Annual Meeting Celebration as we honor our chapter and its leaders on Friday evening, October 25 at the Summit View Banquet and Meeting House in Holyoke, MA.

August Camp 2024: Central Cascades

[20‑Jul‑2024] Immerse yourself in the beautiful landscapes of the Deschutes and Willamette National Forests, as well as the pristine Three Sisters and Mount Jefferson Wilderness Areas. There are miles of trails that offer some of the best views in all of Oregon – including Cascade peaks, glaciers, waterfalls, alpine meadows, summertime wildflowers, lava fields, mountain lakes, and other natural wonders.

AMC’s 148th Annual Summit

[20‑Jan‑2024] AMC's 148th Annual Summit will be held on Saturday, January 20, 2024. Get ready for a day of educational experiences across four learning tracks: Volunteer Leadership; Conservation and Research; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI); and AMC Updates. Registration opens in November 2023.

Western MA Annual Business Meeting

[02‑Nov‑2023] The Western MA Chapter's annual business meeting will be held on Thursday, November 2, from 6:30-8:30 PM.

In-Person Leadership Training

[15‑Oct‑2023] Whether you'd like to become a Chapter leader, or just want to improve your outdoor skills, you're invited to attend.

Women’s Weekend 2023

[06‑Oct‑2023] Save the date! We have begun planning for the second annual women's weekend, Connecting Women, Connecting Nature. This year, we are excited to be collaborating on this event with Women Outdoor, a nonprofit that promotes women's leadership, friendship, adventure and enjoyment in the great outdoors.

FallFest 2023

[30‑Sep‑2023] FallFest 2023 is happening September 30th at Noble View Outdoor Center in Russell, MA and Mohican Outdoor Center in Hardwick Township, NJ. Please plan to join us and bring friends and family for a day of celebration of all the things we love – outdoor experiences, friends, food, and fall!

Mountain Day With The Whiskey Treaty Roadshow

[22‑Jul‑2023] Join us on Saturday, July 22nd, for an unforgettable day filled with thrilling outdoor activities, engaging presentations, live music, yoga, and much more at Bousquet Mountain!

August Camp 2023

[15‑Jul‑2023] AMC's August Camp 2023 will be located on a brand-new site in Oregon on private land between Sandy, OR, and Mount Hood Village. We will have great hiking around Mount Hood and in the Mt. Hood National Forest plus in sections of the Columbia River Gorge.

Appalachian Trail Community Hike to Upper Goose Pond

[24‑Jun‑2023] Join A.T. Committee volunteers and Lee A.T. Community volunteers and supporters as we celebrate Lee's designation as an A.T. Community.

Laurel Day

[10‑Jun‑2023] Come celebrate laurel blossom season with us at the AMC Noble View Outdoor Center! We are reviving the Noble View Laurel Weekend tradition that started the year after the Berkshire (now Western MA) Chapter of the AMC was established in 1929. There will be family-friendly guided hikes, a Storywalk^®, a campfire and a chili supper hosted by the Western MA Chapter and the Noble View Stewards Council. We will also have strawberry shortcake and marshmallows.

National Trails Day

[03‑Jun‑2023] National Trails Day recognizes the benefits federal, state and local trails provide for recreation and exposure to nature. See our interactive map to learn more about our month-long celebration of National Trails Day and how you can participate.

Mother’s Day Wildflower Walk

[14‑May‑2023] Join us at Noble View Outdoor Center for a wildflower hike on Sunday May 14th at 10:00 AM. We will walk along well-established trails for an easy hike of about 1.5 miles, while we search for red trillium, painted trillium, wood anemone, columbine and many more of these early spring beauties.

AMC’s 147th Annual Summit

[04‑Feb‑2023] This year's Annual Summit will focus on volunteers in committee, facilitator, and leadership roles by providing discussion sessions, interpersonal-skills training, and opportunities for collaboration.

Western MA DEI Meeting

[28‑Nov‑2022] Join the Western MA Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Committee for an online conversation focused on listening, dialogue and greater understanding as we strive to make outdoor spaces safe and welcoming to All people.

AMC Western MA Annual Meeting 2022

[04‑Nov‑2022] On Friday November 4th from 5:00 - 7:00pm, the Western Massachusetts Chapter of the AMC will hold its Annual Meeting via Zoom.

Western MA DEI Meeting

[24‑Oct‑2022] Join the Western MA Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Committee for an online conversation focused on listening, dialogue and greater understanding as we strive to make outdoor spaces safe and welcoming to All people.

FallFest at Noble View Outdoor Center

[25‑Sep‑2022] FallFest is an AMC-wide celebration of all the things we love - outdoor experiences, friends, food, and fall! Join us on Sunday, September 25th at the Noble View Outdoor Center in Russell MA for an outdoor event supported by AMC's all-volunteer Western MA Chapter.

Join Us for the Annual AMC Fall Festival!

[16‑Oct‑2021] It's the time of year in New England when temperatures cool, leaves start to turn wonderful colors and the smell of pumpkin spice permeates coffee shops everywhere. But, nothing says 'fall' like the AMC Fall Festival!

Online Refresher Training for Chapter Activity Leaders

[11‑Jun‑2020] As restrictions ease up across Massachusetts, the AMC Berkshire (now Western MA) and Worcester Chapters are teaming up to offer a series of online refresher seminars for current activity leaders.

18th Annual A.T. Volunteer Gathering

[01‑Feb‑2020] Join us for our Annual A.T. Volunteer Gathering!

AMC’s 144th Annual Summit

[25‑Jan‑2020] The Annual Summit celebrates the people who make AMC's mission real everyday – our dedicated volunteers! Whether you're a lifelong member or a newcomer interested in discovering all AMC has to offer, the Annual Summit is for you!

Kay Wood Short Film Showing

[15‑Oct‑2019] The Dalton A.T. Community Members have created a short film to commemorate Kay Wood and her devotion to the Appalachian Trail (A.T.). Kay Wood was a founding member of the Western MA A.T. Committee, a thru hiker, Dalton Community member, and avid trail volunteer.

Leave No Trace Workshop

[31‑Aug‑2019] Do you enjoy the outdoors and want to learn more about how to protect the outdoor places you love? Join us for a Leave No Trace Workshop, led by the Appalachian Mountain Club, focusing on fostering stewardship through our own practices in the outdoors.

Trailwork Day Along the New England National Scenic Trail

[07‑Jun‑2019] Join the New England Trail Committee and AMC Berkshire Chapter (now Western MA Chapter) Trail volunteers for an interchapter event: basic maintenance day on NET Section 16. You may know this section for the spectacular Erving Ledges and Hermit Castle.

Chapter Potluck: Wildlife of the Berkshires, Invasive Water Chestnuts

[11‑May‑2019] Please join us for a potluck dinner. Meet new people, reconnect with old friends, share food and learn more about Chapter activities.

NET Trail/Crew Adopter Opportunity

[14‑Apr‑2019] Join New England Scenic Trail committee members and adopters at their spring kick-off meeting!

Berkshire/Worcester Chapter Leader Training

[23‑Feb‑2019] Whether you'd like to become a Chapter leader, or just want to improve your outdoor skills, you're invited to attend.

Berkshire Bash - Chapter Annual Meeting

[04‑Nov‑2018] Please join us at the Berkshire Bash, AMC Berkshire (now Western MA) Chapter's annual dinner meeting!

Celebrate 50 Years of the National Trail System

[20‑Oct‑2018] On October 20th, three of our New England Trail Adopters will be leading a morning hike on Section 16 of the New England Trail in Erving State Forest.

The World is Our Classroom: An Afternoon with Author Cindy Ross

[30‑Sep‑2018] Cindy's story begins in the Rocky Mountain wilderness on a unique and extraordinary journey: two parents leading their young children 3,100 miles on the backs of llamas.

Young Members (20s/30s) Leadership Training Weekend

[21‑Sep‑2018] Take the first step to becoming an outdoor trip leader for your local AMC Chapter!

3rd Annual Outdoor Festival

[15‑Sep‑2018] Join chapter members of all ages for a celebration of all things outdoors: guided hikes, nature walks, camping skills workshops, music throughout the day, child-friendly activities, and a climbing wall!

Berkshire/Worcester Chapter Training

[28‑Apr‑2018] Whether you'd like to become a Chapter leader, or just want to improve your outdoor skills, you're invited to attend.

Cabin Fever Potluck and Presentation

[10‑Mar‑2018] Meet fellow outdoor enthusiasts, learn news about our club, and join in a delicious potluck dinner! After dinner we'll enjoy a great presentation about the Galapagos.

Maine Beer Company Tap Takeover

[14‑Dec‑2017] Join AMC at The Foundry in Northampton. A portion of the proceeds will support AMC. Members and non-members are welcome!

New England National Scenic Trail | Local Meetup

[30‑Nov‑2017] Come spend an evening with the Appalachian Mountain Club to learn more about the New England National Scenic Trail and hear music inspired by the trail, performed by NET Artist-in-Residence Ben Cosgrove.

Berkshire Bash - Chapter Annual Meeting

[04‑Nov‑2017] Please join us at the Berkshire Bash, AMC Berkshire (now Western MA) Chapter's annual dinner meeting!

Schist and Ice

[23‑Sep‑2017] Come learn a bit about regional geology while walking down to Pitcher Brook.

Noble View Outdoor Festival

[26‑Aug‑2017] Registration is now open for the Second Annual Outdoor Festival at Noble View Outdoor Center!

Yurt Build Day

[19‑Aug‑2017] Join us for a yurt build day on August 19. The yurt will provide housing for our soon-to-be resident caretaker, Nate. Food will be provided and we'll have accommodations available if you would like to stay over.

Dalton Celebrates Appalachian Trail Community Designation

[19‑Aug‑2017] Join Appalachian Trail hikers, outdoor enthusiasts, members of the community and government officials to celebrate Dalton's Designation as an Appalachian Trail Community!

Appalachian Trail Conservancy Maine 2017 Conference

[04‑Aug‑2017] The Appalachian Trail Conservancy will hold its biennial conference August 4-11, 2017 at Colby College.

AMC Berkshire June Potluck

[17‑Jun‑2017] Meet fellow hikers, learn about the Berkshire Chapter (now Western MA Chapter) of the Appalachian Mountain Club and how to join us on the trail, or on paddling or mountaineering outings.

Appalachian Trail Presentation with Jim Pelletier

[27‑Apr‑2017] The Appalachian Trail in Massachusetts? Is it part of that famous trail from Georgia to Maine? You bet it is and it's right here in the Berkshires!

AMC Berkshire Spring Potluck with Speaker

[25‑Mar‑2017] We invite you to join us at our Spring Potluck! Meet fellow outdoor enthusiasts, learn news about our club, have a tasty meal and learn about old-growth trees and forests in Massachusetts.

Solo Wilderness First Aid Training

[25‑Mar‑2017] At this time, the Appalachian Mountain Club is making the final arrangements for the SOLO Traing Course. The course will be held at Noble View Outdoor Center, Russell, MA.

Berkshire Chapter Leadership Training

[18‑Mar‑2017] Whether you'd like to become a Chapter leader, or just want to improve your outdoor skills, you're invited to attend.

Wildlife Tracking: Find & Follow the Signs

[07‑Jan‑2017] Come learn about tracks, their patterns, and other signs of winter wildlife: how to look and what to look for.

Volunteers Needed! Wood Day at Noble View

[10‑Dec‑2016] Come to Noble View and help with splitting and stacking this year's firewood.

Outdoor Festival at Noble View Outdoor Center

[17‑Sep‑2016] Registration is now open for the Outdoor Festival, a celebration of all things outdoors at Noble View Outdoor Center.

Chapter Potluck

[04‑Jun‑2016] We invite you to join us at our next chapter potluck, on Saturday, June 4, 2016 at the Lee Congregational Church.