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Recreation

Nurturing passion for the outdoors through recreational experiences

Protection

Safeguarding critical landscapes and supporting sustainable land use

Engagement

Embracing a welcoming environment and expanding opportunities for all

Find Your Destination »

Spring has sprung! Enjoy the warmer weather at one of our destinations from Maine to New Jersey!

Adventure With Us »

Intro to Whitewater Kayaking »

[18‑May‑2024] Have you ever wondered what it's like to paddle a kayak on a turbulent river? This is your chance to "test the waters" in a supported environment with experienced volunteer coaches.

Western MA Activity Committees »

AMC offers over 8,000 adventures annually, from local chapter activities to major excursions worldwide, for every ability level and outdoor interest. Our Western MA activity committees plan and lead nearly 300 of these activities every year. Join us for hiking, biking, paddling, mountaineering and many other outdoor activities, or volunteer to help maintain trails and corridors!

Our Initiatives »

News & Events

Committee Reports »

[14‑May‑2024] From trail work and wildlife monitoring to trip leadership and workshops – here's what our committees were up to last month.
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August Camp 2024: Central Cascades »

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.
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New! River Cleanup Initiative »

In recent years, the Western MA Chapter's Conservation Committee has collaborated with the Westfield River Watershed Association in their twice-yearly waterfront cleanup events. Since 2020, we have removed over two tons of material from the area of the West Springfield levee in West Springfield, MA.
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Hikers
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Hikers
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Hiking Chair Wanted!

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. This includes assisting leaders with hike planning and scheduling; encouraging and assisting interested hikers in becoming trained leaders; learning and sharing related AMC and Chapter policies; attending monthly Executive Commitee meetings; creating basic activity reports and submitting the committee's annual budget; and collaborating with fellow committee members to reach goals.
Curious? Drop us a line at info@amc-wma.org for more information or to share your interest. We look forward to welcoming you! Learn why we do what we do, and gain the satisfaction of facilitating outdoor discovery and exploration!