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Tour of the Pioneer Valley Hamptons Bike Ride

Enjoy a 30-mile ride at a moderate pace (12-13 mph average) across all four of the Pioneer Valley Hamptons. Soon after we get started, you'll experience some enjoyable long and steady climbs with complimentary descents. However, most of this ride is on rolling terrain on quiet roads surrounded by farms and thick woods. We will stop for a break at Outlook Farm at about mile twenty-two. Our group will be kept together.

Bog Bridge Repairs Near Blue Hill Rd

We will reset and install new additional bog bridges in this wet area near Blue Hill Rd in Monterrey. We'll carry in new materials for a short distance on flat trail, then assemble the bog bridges on site.

Connecting Women, Connecting with Nature

Please join our third annual Connecting Women, Connecting with Nature, women's-only weekend retreat AMC's Noble View Outdoor Center. We have scheduled a variety of traditional and non-traditional outdoor pursuits in the hope of attracting women to the joy and rejuvenation of the outdoors. View more details on our registration page.

Nice & Easy Canal Walk

A leisurely walk geared for seniors but open to all. Join the park interpreter for some exercise along the streets of Holyoke with informal, on-the-go interpretation. Each roughly 1 to 2 mile walk features a topic such as local history, architecture, plants and wildlife.

A.T. to Benedict Pond Loop

Hike from A.T. trailhead on Rt 23 at the Monterey/Great Barrington line to Benedict Pond, then hike the loop trail around the pond, and return via the A.T. Distance: 5.2 miles. Elevation gain: 935 feet.

Trees to the Rescue

Trees cool hot cityscapes, filter polluted air, provide relaxing views, slow runoff and more. Discover beneficial traits of urban trees in Holyoke Heritage State Park.

Family Art Hike and Scavenger Hunt at Mt Tom

Join us for a family-friendly hike and scavenger hunt at Mt. Tom co-sponsored by the AMC Family Programs and the New England Scenic Trail. We will meet at the Visitor Center near the playground, and will offer a slower-paced walk up to Goat Peak, with a beautiful vista of the famous Oxbow. A second moderate hike will be offered that will take the New England Train north to the same spot. (ap. 1 mile round trip for both) Returning to the playground pavilion, we will offer an art project that will display something you saw or felt on the adventure. We will also have snacks and lemonade available. As a bonus, we will be joined by the Mount Tom summer park interpreter, Brianna Hannigan, who will share her knowledge of the flora and fauna on this beautiful peak. Refer to the registration page for more information.

Berkshire Hikes: Pine Cobble Preserve

One of the quieter trails in the northern Berkshire region, the Pine Cobble Trail offers both great views and a workout in a half day adventure. Moderate distance of 6 miles on vigorous terrain with approximately 1,600 ft. of elevation gain. While not long, the trail climbs steeply uphill to Pine Cobble and other view points. Lookouts to Greylock, nearby NY and VT peaks, and visit a plateau of blueberries! Great training hike for taller peaks in VT and NH.

Clipping Brush on East Mountain

We will be cutting back laurel bushes that are encroaching on the AT near the top of East Mountain. We'll be using hand loppers with quite a bit of stooping and reaching. A moderately strenuous one mile hike to work area -but some great views on the way.

Nice & Easy Canal Walk

A leisurely walk geared for seniors but open to all. Join the park interpreter for some exercise along the streets of Holyoke with informal, on-the-go interpretation. Each roughly 1 to 2 mile walk features a topic such as local history, architecture, plants and wildlife.

Sanderson Brook Falls Loop

This is a terrific wooded trail taking us into the Chester Blandford State Forest through thick wooded areas to a beautiful vista and to the beautiful Sanderson Brook Falls. The route traverses the H. Newman Marsh Trail, Memorial Trail, Mica Mine Road, Observation Hill Road, C.C.C. Trail, and Sanderson Brook Road. The falls are near the intersection of the C.C.C. Trail and Sanderson Brook Road. We will go clockwise, climbing up to the vistas, first and then go down to the falls, before walking back to the parking area along the unpaved Sanderson Brook Road. Trail is 4.4 miles long with an elevation gain of 1125'.

Trees to the Rescue

Trees cool hot cityscapes, filter polluted air, provide relaxing views, slow runoff and more. Discover beneficial traits of urban trees in Holyoke Heritage State Park.

Great Barrington to Mill River Bike Ride

If you've never experienced the Berkshires on a bicycle, it's about time you did! This delightful ramble takes place in the southwest corner of the Berkshires, starting in the bustling town of Great Barrington. This ride is 26 miles in length, over rolling terrain with a total elevation gain of 1400 feet. We'll cycle primarily on quiet rural roads with beautiful scenery.

Nice & Easy Canal Walk

A leisurely walk geared for seniors but open to all. Join the park interpreter for some exercise along the streets of Holyoke with informal, on-the-go interpretation. Each roughly 1 to 2 mile walk features a topic such as local history, architecture, plants and wildlife.

Natural Heritage Monitoring

Old records indicate there are some rare plant species on the Appalachian Trail lands in the Warner Hill area. It's about time we looked for them. So on this date we'll take a walk into the woods, off trail, and see what we find.

Mount Monadnock

This hike uses the historic Marlboro trail on the west side of the mountain. The hike covers 4.5 miles with 1,850' of elevation gain. You must be in good physical condition for this strenuous hike. Our pace will be moderate at 1.5 miles an per hour. Expect to be hiking for 6 hours, some of which will be above treeline.

Trees to the Rescue

Trees cool hot cityscapes, filter polluted air, provide relaxing views, slow runoff and more. Discover beneficial traits of urban trees in Holyoke Heritage State Park.

Cycling the Pioneer Valley: Williamsburg - Ashfield - Conway

Explore some of the prettiest roads in the Valley! This route passes through stunning Chapel Falls, quaint streams and expansive reservoirs. Bring plenty of water to refresh yourself as we climb more than 2,000 feet over our 31 mile ride. The shady country roads connect timeless towns such as Ashfield and Conway, offering two coffee shop stops for snacks, bathrooms and quick refreshments.

Nice & Easy Canal Walk

A leisurely walk geared for seniors but open to all. Join the park interpreter for some exercise along the streets of Holyoke with informal, on-the-go interpretation. Each roughly 1 to 2 mile walk features a topic such as local history, architecture, plants and wildlife.

Trees to the Rescue

Trees cool hot cityscapes, filter polluted air, provide relaxing views, slow runoff and more. Discover beneficial traits of urban trees in Holyoke Heritage State Park.

Nice & Easy Canal Walk

A leisurely walk geared for seniors but open to all. Join the park interpreter for some exercise along the streets of Holyoke with informal, on-the-go interpretation. Each roughly 1 to 2 mile walk features a topic such as local history, architecture, plants and wildlife.

Cycling the Connecticut River Valley: Whately to Conway

Join us for a delightful 30-mile loop starting in Whately, exploring quiet paved roads in Whately, Conway and Deerfield. The activity level will be relaxed, with a moderate pace of 12-14 mph average. Total elevation gain over the route is approximately 1500 feet (50 feet per mile). There will be some challenging hills as we climb out of the river valley to Conway (maximum grade of 9%), where we'll stop for mid-ride refreshment at Baker's Country Store. From there it will be mostly downhill to Deerfield, then we'll cool down on flat roads as we return to our starting point. Optional food and ice cream available at the end of the ride!

Trees to the Rescue

Trees cool hot cityscapes, filter polluted air, provide relaxing views, slow runoff and more. Discover beneficial traits of urban trees in Holyoke Heritage State Park.

Hikes With Tykes

If you are the parent, grandparent or primary caretaker of a wee one, birth to 2 years, you are invited to join an AMC Western MA bimonthly hike series geared to get you and your little one out on the trail in and around the Connecticut River Valley. Momma Kayla and Nanna Dawne are planning guided, easy stroller or baby backpack hikes in the afternoon on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of every month beginning on April 8th. This is a way for you and your child to connect with nature and other parents and child caretakers in a safe, inclusive way with trained AMC hike leaders.

Hiking Chair

The volunteer role of the Hiking Chair is to support leaders in offering a variety of hikes to AMC members and other participants, with a safe, fun, inclusive, and welcoming approach. A love of the outdoors and excellent organizational skills are a key fit for this position.

Chapter Vice Chair

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.