Executive Committee
The Executive Committee (ExCom) is the organizing level of chapter leadership, representing all the committees that keep bringing the wonderful AMC chapter activities and initiatives to members.Meeting Schedule
Until further notice, all ExCom meetings will be held via online video. Meetings start at 6:30 PM, last approximately 90 minutes, and are open to the public unless otherwise noted. Schedule is subject to change.Executive Committee
Meeting ScheduleEvent Location Date Time Notes Annual Chapter Planning Greenfield, MA 22‑Jan‑2023 9:30 AM February Zoom 13‑Feb‑2023 6:30-8:00 PM March Zoom 13‑Mar‑2023 6:30-8:00 PM April Zoom 10‑Apr‑2023 6:30-8:00 PM May Zoom 08‑May‑2023 6:30-8:00 PM June In person 12‑Jun‑2023 6:30-8:00 PM July 10‑Jul‑2023 6:30-8:00 PM No meeting this month August Zoom 14‑Aug‑2023 6:30-8:00 PM No meeting OR plan for FallFest September Zoom 11‑Sep‑2023 6:30-8:00 PM AMC FallFest NVOC 30‑Sep‑2023 October Zoom 02‑Oct‑2023 6:30-8:00 PM Annual Chapter Business Online video 02‑Nov‑2023 6:30-8:30 PM Note new date and time! Budget Zoom 13‑Nov‑2023 6:00-8:00 PM Executive Committee members only December Zoom 11‑Dec‑2023 6:30-8:00 PM
Schedule is subject to change
NVOC: Noble View Outdoor Center
Event | Location | Date | Time | Notes |
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Annual Chapter Planning | Greenfield, MA | 22‑Jan‑2023 | 9:30 AM | |
February | Zoom | 13‑Feb‑2023 | 6:30-8:00 PM | |
March | Zoom | 13‑Mar‑2023 | 6:30-8:00 PM | |
April | Zoom | 10‑Apr‑2023 | 6:30-8:00 PM | |
May | Zoom | 08‑May‑2023 | 6:30-8:00 PM | |
June | In person | 12‑Jun‑2023 | 6:30-8:00 PM | |
July | 10‑Jul‑2023 | 6:30-8:00 PM | No meeting this month | |
August | Zoom | 14‑Aug‑2023 | 6:30-8:00 PM | No meeting OR plan for FallFest |
September | Zoom | 11‑Sep‑2023 | 6:30-8:00 PM | |
AMC FallFest | NVOC | 30‑Sep‑2023 | ||
October | Zoom | 02‑Oct‑2023 | 6:30-8:00 PM | |
Annual Chapter Business | Online video | 02‑Nov‑2023 | 6:30-8:30 PM | Note new date and time! |
Budget | Zoom | 13‑Nov‑2023 | 6:00-8:00 PM | Executive Committee members only |
December | Zoom | 11‑Dec‑2023 | 6:30-8:00 PM |
Schedule is subject to change
NVOC: Noble View Outdoor Center
NVOC: Noble View Outdoor Center
Volunteer Opportunities
Click or tap on the Volunteer links to learn more, check availability, and/or sign up for opportunities.
Chapter Secretary
Date: 04‑Nov‑2022 ➢ 03‑Nov‑2023
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Join us to support the smooth operations of the Chapter! The Chapter Secretary is a key member of the Chapter Executive Committee and maintains records of the Chapter's official business, including meeting minutes, the committee roster, and the Chapter annual report.Volunteer »
The Secretary position has a term of two years and is elected annually. The Secretary works in close collaboration with the Chapter Chair and Vice Chair to prepare and distribute meeting agendas and materials. Curious? Contact Chapter Chair Diane Jones at chair@amc-wma.org to explore your interests and how they can fit with the Chapter's needs.
Chapter Vice Chair
Date: ongoing
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Are you someone who likes to see the big picture? AMC's Western MA chapter is seeking a volunteer to serve as our Chapter Vice Chair. Spend time getting to know our Chapter's operations and how the larger AMC organization works while preparing to take over the role of Chapter Chair.Volunteer »
You need to be good in motivating people to work as a team, have great organizing skills, be able to delegate tasks, and most importantly have a passion for AMC.
Committee Members
All committee members are volunteers. Feel free to contact us with any questions, concerns or suggestions you may have.Committee Members
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Title/Affiliation | Name | Duties | |
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Chair | Diane Jones | chair@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Past-Chair | Brant Cheikes | past-chair@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Treasurer | Steve Maislin | treasurer@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Secretary | Janine Papesh | secretary@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Chapter Trips Approver | Kathy Martin | approver@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Chair, 20s/30s Committee | Matthew Hart | 20s-30s@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Chair, AT Committee | Josh Weeks | at@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Chair, Bicycling Committee | Janine Papesh | bicycling@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Chair, Communications Committee | Jeannette Pierce | communications@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Chair, Conservation Committee | Robert Cherdack | conservation@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Co-Chair, Family Outings Committee | Laura Stinnette | familyprograms@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Co-Chair, Family Outings Committee | Dawne Piers-Gamble | familyprograms@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Chair, Hiking Committee | Kathy Martin | hiking@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Chair, DEI Committee | Dawne Piers-Gamble | WesternMassJDEI@gmailDOTcom | |
Chair, Mountaineering Committee | Chris Neil | mountaineering@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Chair, Nominating Committee | Brant Cheikes | nominating@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Chair, New England Trail Committee | Kevin Pelosky | net@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Chair, Paddling Committee | Debra Weisenstein | paddling@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Chair, Training and Education Committee | Bill Fogel | training@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Member At Large | Kayla Crowe | ||
Webmaster | Lisa Taylor | webmaster@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Tuesday Hiking | Mary Moriarty | mmoriarty@crockerDOTcom | |
Regional Director | Charlie Arsenault | regionaldirector@amc-wmaDOTorg | |
Regional Trails Coordinator | Miriam Maistelman |
Resources
- Executive »Contact our committee
- Chapter By-Laws »
- Annual Reports »
- Email Help for ExCom Members »Create a Western MA address and link it to your personal email service