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Chapter Vice Chair

Date: 01‑Nov‑2024 ➢ 31‑Oct‑2026
Activity: chapter officer
Difficulty: N/A
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Looking for the satisfaction of using your skills to help people Be Outdoors in western Massachusetts? Explore chapter governance in this support role, learning about all areas of the AMC Western MA Chapter, its activities, and the AMC organization.
AMC Western MA Chapter welcomes all interested candidates to inquire, and we invite the full participation of all individuals currently underrepresented in the outdoor community. The Chapter Vice Chair supports the Chapter Chair in leading the all-volunteer Chapter Executive Committee to advance the agreed-upon goals and serves for two consecutive years with the expectation that they will move into the Chapter Chair role after the Chair's two-year term. This position also serves as a liaison between the Chapter and the larger organization of AMC-with the Chair, they represent the organization at the local level and are an essential link between the staff, the Board of Directors, and the local Chapter members and volunteers.
Areas that the Vice Chair will, or might be, involved with include:
  • Attends and provides input in monthly Executive Committee meetings
  • Recruitment and nomination process for Executive Committee members
  • Event coordination, including Annual Meeting and Annual Planning Meeting
  • Other projects as agreed upon to advance the Chapter goals
  • Opportunity to attend weekend retreat at AMC property and AMC Summit with Chapter funds
  • Participates on the Chapters Committee (Chairs, Vice Chairs, Regional Directors, and Volunteer Relations staff), including attending meetings and providing input (three regular planning meetings, including two in person, and occasional online meetings due to organizational updates)
  • Coordinates with various Chapter committees as needed
Ongoing orientation is provided by the Chair, Regional Director, and Volunteer Relations staff!
Preferred qualifications:
  • Must be a member of the AMC or become a member before election
  • Organized, good communicator, willing to learn new things, willing to work with a diverse group of individuals; responds promptly to email and voice communications; is a team player
  • Attention to detail while maintaining a broad view of Chapter and AMC goals and needs
  • Access to a computer and some degree of computer proficiency for document management and information flow, or be willing to learn and utilize online resources
  • Enthusiastic promoter of the Chapter and the AMC!
Time commitment: ~5 hours per week.
AMC Western MA Chapter welcomes all interested candidates to inquire, and we invite the full participation of all individuals currently underrepresented in the outdoor community. We look forward to hearing from you at info@amc-wma.org. Thank you!
AMC's 12 chapters, run by volunteer Executive Committees, support the organization's mission on the ground by leading trips, offering outdoor skills and leadership training courses, and creating opportunities for conservation action and stewardship at the local level. These dedicated volunteers help activate their communities, often launching people on a path toward greater engagement with AMC's mission of protecting and enjoying the outdoors.

A.T. Group Outreach Coordinator

Date: 15‑Nov‑2024 ➢ 15‑Nov‑2025
Activity: committee officer
Difficulty: N/A
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The Massachusetts Appalachian Trail Management Committee is seeking a Group Outreach Coordinator. The Coordinator would establish and maintain contacts with organized or sponsored groups that use the AT in Massachusetts with the objective of minimizing the impact of group use on the trail and trail facilities. Refer to the registration page for duties and the skills needed for this position.

A.T. Public Communications Coordinator

Date: 15‑Nov‑2024 ➢ 15‑Nov‑2025
Activity: committee officer
Difficulty: N/A
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The Massachusetts Appalachian Trail Management Committee is seeking a Communications Coordinator. The Coordinator will be the connection between the AT Committee and the general public through content on social media sites, in print, and at community events. The coordinator should attend bimonthly AT Committee meetings. Refer to the registration page for duties and the skills needed for this position.

Noble View Wood Day

Location: Russell, MA
Date: 24‑Nov‑2024
Activity: conservation
Difficulty: N/A
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Come to Noble View Outdoor Center in Russell and contribute your time and energy for a Wood Work Day! We will be cutting, splitting, carrying, hauling and stacking wood for the winter season.
Only AMC chainsaw-certified individuals will be cutting, but we need help with all the rest. Come for an hour or two...we'll be here until dark. Bring a bag lunch. Snacks and drinks provided. Enter your name into a raffle for a Noble View Vintage T-shirt!

Wildlife Transect: Knee Deep Pond Area

Location: Berkshires, MA
Date: 30‑Nov‑2024
Activity: monitoring
Difficulty: N/A
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We've not done a formal transect in this area so it's about time. The area is north of Webster Rd and has some interesting features that will be fun to investigate to see how the local wildlife is using the area. No experience necessary, pace is slow, mostly off trail.
We'll be out all day so dress for late fall weather conditions. Bring lunch, snacks, water.

Wildlife Transect: Clarksburg State Forest Area

Location: Clarksburg State Forest, MA
Date: 14‑Dec‑2024
Activity: monitoring
Difficulty: N/A
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Our transect will take us to Appalachian Trail lands not explored previously in one of the more remote sections of the Trail lands in MA. We will be exploring the area north of the Sherman Brook Campsite. No experience necessary, pace is slow, mostly off trail.
It will be a long day so dress for late fall weather conditions. Bring lunch, snacks, water, etc. As access to the area is a good distance from our start point and is a long sometimes steep uphill climb, plan on a full day ending around 4PM.

Chapter Member at Large

Date: 01‑Jan‑2025 ➢ 31‑Jan‑2026
Activity: chapter officer
Difficulty: N/A
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Bring your curiosity and creativity to support the Chapter's mission! This volunteer is a key member of the Chapter Executive Committee (ExCom) and learns about the workings of the Chapter, while helping deepen member engagement with AMC's mission and Chapter activities at the local level.
Bring your curiosity and creativity to support the Chapter's mission! The Member At Large is a key member of the Chapter Executive Committee (ExCom) and learns about the workings of the Chapter, while helping deepen member engagement with AMC's mission and Chapter activities at the local level.
The Member At Large is a versatile role, allowing involvement in a wide range of projects, including new initiatives. This volunteer works closely with the Chapter Chair and Vice Chair, and collaborates with ExCom members to support Chapter goals. The Member At Large position has a term of two years (multiple terms are possible depending on chapter by-laws).
To find out more or to express your interest, please write to info@amc-wma.org. We'd love to hear from, and about, you!
AMC's 12 chapters, run by volunteer Executive Committees, support the organization's mission on the ground by leading trips, offering outdoor skills and leadership training courses, and creating opportunities for conservation action and stewardship at the local level. These dedicated volunteers help activate their communities, often launching people on a path toward greater engagement with AMC's mission of protecting and enjoying the outdoors.
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