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Guidance Documents

Activity Rating System: Backcountry Skiing

[31‑Dec‑2022] AMC's activity rating system for backcountry skiing. READ MORE »

Activity Rating System: Biking

[31‑Dec‑2022] AMC's activity rating system for biking. READ MORE »

Activity Rating System: Climbing and Mountaineering

[31‑Dec‑2022] AMC's activity rating system for climbing and mountaineering. READ MORE »

Activity Rating System: Hiking, Backpacking, and Trekking

[31‑Dec‑2022] AMC's activity rating system for hiking, backpacking, and trekking. READ MORE »

Activity Rating System: Paddling

[31‑Dec‑2022] AMC's activity rating system for paddling. READ MORE »

Activity Rating System: Youth and Family Hiking

[31‑Dec‑2022] AMC's activity rating system for youth (14 & under) and family hiking. READ MORE »

Code of Conduct

[14‑Jun‑2018] We invite and help people of all identities to explore, develop, and deepen their appreciation of the natural world. AMC's Code of Conduct is meant to help guide and inspire behavior that creates a welcoming community. AMC »

Crisis Communication Chart

[Jun‑2016] Use this form to report any incidents encountered during an AMC-led trip. AMC »

Dogs on AMC Activities: Scenarios for Leaders

[19‑Mar‑2024] AMC Leaders can include or exclude pets on their events according to their own preferences provided they are permitted by the land manager. Leaders who include pets should evaluate them accordingly. AMC »

Outdoor Leader Handbook

[Jan‑2022] The AMC Outdoor Leader Handbook provides information for leaders to assist them in minimizing risk while leading enjoyable trips; raises each leader's level of outdoor leadership awareness; helps leaders become aware of the skills they need to develop; builds confidence and enthusiasm about leading trips; and teaches leaders how to plan, organize, and lead trips. PDF »

Trailhead Talk

[13‑Jan‑2013] Assess, circle up, review! READ MORE »

Using MeetUp to Advertise Your Trips

[20‑Jun‑2019] This document explains why and how approved AMC trip leaders may use MeetUp to advertise their trips. READ MORE »

Winter Hiking Gear List: Track I – Beginner to Intermediate Gear List

[10‑Dec‑2023] AMC Western MA Hiking Committee's beginner to intermediate gear list for winter hiking. PDF »

Winter Hiking Gear List: Track II – Intermediate to Advanced Gear List

[10‑Dec‑2023] AMC Western MA Hiking Committee's intermediate to advanced gear list for winter hiking. PDF »

Websites

Volunteer Resources

[17‑Mar‑2024] Forms, manuals and resources for AMC volunteers and leaders. AMC COMMUNITY »