Hiking Committee

Upcoming Activities

Accessible Hike | Fort River Birding and Nature National Recreation Trail

This virtually flat path winds through the forest and along the Fort river. There are many spots to stop on a bench to rest and reflect. We will go at a modest pace appropriate for the group.

[30s/40s] Unquomonk Hill, Big View | Rainy Moon Hot Cocoa

Come on out for this short easy night hike! This is a 1.5 mile loop in Williamsburg. The forecast calls for temps in the 50s and rain so please come ready for the cold and wet.

[30s/40s] Amethyst Brook Conservation Area

Join other folks in their 30s and 40s for an early evening walk/hike the Amethyst Brook Conservation Area. We'll meet at 5:30 PM for a relaxed 1.5-hour hike. Expect just under 2 miles of hiking, with modest elevation gain.

New England Trail (NET) - Richardson Cabin

Join us for an out-and-back hike on the New England Trail to Richardson-Zlogar Cabin. Hike is approximately 5 miles on moderate to rolling terrain with 846 ft of elevation gain. We will hike to the top of Stratton Mountain in Northfield, MA, where we will enjoy our lunch at Richardson-Zlogar Cabin with views of Mt Monadnock and Mt Grace.

Mount Tom and Whiting Peak

Hike to the summits of Mount Tom and Whiting Peak. Enjoy views of neighboring peaks, towns, local farmland and early fall foliage.

[30s/40s] Chesterfield Gorge Reservation

Join other folks in their 30s/40s for an early evening hike at Chesterfield Gorge Reservation. We'll meet at 5:30 PM at the trailhead for a relaxed 1.5-hour walk exploring the gorge and surrounding woods. Expect easy to moderate terrain, good company, and a chance to unwind outdoors.

Mount Monadnock via the Pumpelly Trail

The Pumpelly Trail is the longest trail on Mount Monadnock - a 9-mile round trip with about 1,965 feet of elevation gain. After winding through forest, the trail begins to climb, often steeply over rocks. After rising above treeline, it becomes very exposed all the way to the summit. If we are lucky, we will be able to see all the way to Boston from the top and there will be some nice autumn color.

Accessible Hike | Beaver Brook

Join us for an accessible hike at Beaver Brook in Haydenville! Come explore the new trustees property's accessible trails/cart paths through the former golf course's fields, wetland and forest.

Art On The NET - Hiking and Creating

Create art of nature with AMC Staff and the New England Trail's artist-in-residence, Alex Salsberg! Join us for a peaceful ~3 mile out-and-back hike through the hemlock forests of Northfield Mountain to a scenic overlook on the Erving Ledges. We will be drawing our surroundings; the plants, animals, views, and whatever else you may see on the trail!

Robert Frost Trail Sections 2 & 3

From Notch Visitor Center the RFT follows the NET up toward Mt Norwottuck. The RFT branches off from the NET just east of the Horse Caves skirting the north slope of Mt Norwottuck. It then cuts south and reconnects with the NET in the saddle between Mt Norwottuck and Rattlesnake Knob. There are sweeping views in three directions from Rattlesnake Knob.

The Fabulous World of Fungi: A Beginners Guide

Step into the secret world of fungi! On this leisurely walk, we'll discover mushrooms, brackets, puffballs, lichens, and other fungi hiding in plain sight. Along the way, we'll learn simple tricks for identifying what we find and explore the remarkable lives of these often-overlooked organisms.

Trails of Southampton, MA

Let's take some time to explore some of newer trails that have been developed in Southampton, MA. Starting with Wolf Hill Santuary, we will complete the 1.2-mile loop to Alder Pond (164 feet of elevation gain). Moose sightings are possible! Once back to the cars, we will drive 2 miles down the road to Breakneck Brook Conservation Area for a little more challenging hike up to Breakneck Mountain with views of the Seven Sisters Trail and Mt Tom. This loop is 3.8 miles with 830 feet of elevation.