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Wildlife Transect at Lands North & South of Rt 23

Location: Berkshires, MA
Date: 26‑Oct‑2024
Activity: conservation
Difficulty: N/A
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Our transect this time will take us to Appalachian Trail lands we've not explored before off Rt 23. We'll spend about half the time in the Trail lands north of Rt 23 and the other half in the Trail lands south of Rt 23. We'll be out all day so dress for the season and weather. Bring lunch, snacks, water to drink. No experience necessary, pace is slow, mostly off trail. Bad weather cancels.

A.T. Boundary Maintenance - Egremont

Location: South Egremont, MA
Date: 26‑Oct‑2024
Activity: trail work
Difficulty: N/A
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Come explore the backstage of the Appalachian Trail in Egremont, MA. We'll be maintaining the critical boundary lines of the protected land corridor that surrounds the A.T. This off-trail work moves at a slow pace over varied terrain. We'll be clipping brush and painting blazes along the boundary line.
Work is off-trail, occasionally in heavy brush and up and down hills. Expect some wet areas, too. Some stooping to clip back brush to maintain a clear line of sight along the boundary. We also refresh yellow blazes on trees with paint which will permanently mark clothing, so don't wear your favorite trail duds. Do wear sturdy shoes that can get wet and muddy. Long pants required; long sleeves and work gloves recommended.
Tools such as loppers are provided or you may bring your own. Dress for weather conditions. Bring lunch/snacks and water to drink. Expect to spend the full day in the woods. Constant rain will cancel.

A.T. Boundary Maintenance - Sheffield

Location: Shay's Rebellion Monument, MA
Date: 27‑Oct‑2024
Activity: trail work
Difficulty: N/A
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Come explore the backstage of the Appalachian Trail in Sheffield. We'll be maintaining the critical boundary lines of the protected land corridor that surrounds the A.T. This off-trail work moves at a slow pace over varied terrain. We'll be clipping brush and painting blazes along the boundary line.
Work is off-trail, occasionally in heavy brush and up and down hills. Expect some wet areas, too. Some stooping to clip back brush to maintain a clear line of sight along the boundary. We also refresh yellow blazes on trees with paint which will permanently mark clothing, so don't wear your favorite trail duds. Do wear sturdy shoes that can get wet and muddy. Long pants required; long sleeves and work gloves recommended
Tools such as loppers are provided or you may bring your own. Dress for weather conditions. Bring lunch/snacks and water to drink. Expect to spend the full day in the woods. Constant rain will cancel.

Chapter Vice Chair

Date: 01‑Nov‑2024 ➢ 31‑Oct‑2026
Activity: chapter officer
Difficulty: N/A
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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.
AMC Western MA Chapter welcomes all interested candidates to inquire, and we invite the full participation of all individuals currently underrepresented in the outdoor community. The Chapter Vice Chair supports the Chapter Chair in leading the all-volunteer Chapter Executive Committee to advance the agreed-upon goals and serves for two consecutive years with the expectation that they will move into the Chapter Chair role after the Chair's two-year term. This position also serves as a liaison between the Chapter and the larger organization of AMC-with the Chair, they represent the organization at the local level and are an essential link between the staff, the Board of Directors, and the local Chapter members and volunteers.
Areas that the Vice Chair will, or might be, involved with include:
  • Attends and provides input in monthly Executive Committee meetings
  • Recruitment and nomination process for Executive Committee members
  • Event coordination, including Annual Meeting and Annual Planning Meeting
  • Other projects as agreed upon to advance the Chapter goals
  • Opportunity to attend weekend retreat at AMC property and AMC Summit with Chapter funds
  • Participates on the Chapters Committee (Chairs, Vice Chairs, Regional Directors, and Volunteer Relations staff), including attending meetings and providing input (three regular planning meetings, including two in person, and occasional online meetings due to organizational updates)
  • Coordinates with various Chapter committees as needed
Ongoing orientation is provided by the Chair, Regional Director, and Volunteer Relations staff!
Preferred qualifications:
  • Must be a member of the AMC or become a member before election
  • Organized, good communicator, willing to learn new things, willing to work with a diverse group of individuals; responds promptly to email and voice communications; is a team player
  • Attention to detail while maintaining a broad view of Chapter and AMC goals and needs
  • Access to a computer and some degree of computer proficiency for document management and information flow, or be willing to learn and utilize online resources
  • Enthusiastic promoter of the Chapter and the AMC!
Time commitment: ~5 hours per week.
AMC Western MA Chapter welcomes all interested candidates to inquire, and we invite the full participation of all individuals currently underrepresented in the outdoor community. We look forward to hearing from you at info@amc-wma.org. Thank you!
AMC's 12 chapters, run by volunteer Executive Committees, support the organization's mission on the ground by leading trips, offering outdoor skills and leadership training courses, and creating opportunities for conservation action and stewardship at the local level. These dedicated volunteers help activate their communities, often launching people on a path toward greater engagement with AMC's mission of protecting and enjoying the outdoors.

Wildlife Transect, Gore Pond Area

Location: Berkshires, MA
Date: 02‑Nov‑2024
Activity: conservation
Difficulty: N/A
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Our transect will take us to Appalachian Trail lands we've not explored previously in one of the more remote sections of the Trail lands in Mass. We'll be out all day so dress for fall weather conditions.
Bring lunch, snacks, water to drink. No experience necessary, pace is slow, mostly off trail. As access to the area is a good distance from our start point and is up a steep climb, plan on a full day ending around 4PM.

Annual West Springfield Levee Cleanup

Location: West Springfield, MA
Date: 03‑Nov‑2024
Activity: conservation
Difficulty: N/A
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Once again sturdy volunteers are called upon to help remove trash alongside the Westfield River along the River St. Levee near the Big E. Annual cleanups have made a significantly positive impact on the 10+ years of neglected trash along the trails and riverbank. We truly appreciate the opportunity to work with the City of West Springfield who always goes above and beyond to assist.
Gloves, trash bags, grabbers, and light snacks provided. Please bring your own filled water bottles. Parking is through the Levee gate or you may park on a side street across the road.

Recycling Facility Tour

Location: White River Junction, VT
Date: 08‑Nov‑2024
Activity: conservation
Difficulty: N/A
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Join us to tour Casella's Recycling Facility to follow the full lifecycle of our recyclables, collected at the Highland Center, transported to this sorting facility, and sorted and baled for reuse in the U.S. and around the world. Members of our operations team will join us to gain firsthand insights into the complexities and innovations behind comingled recycling. This tour is a part of our ongoing efforts to pursue best practices in sustainable operations. Understanding the functional side of recycling will empower our team to implement more effective waste management practices.
AMC is dedicated to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. We currently do not account for many of our indirect emissions, such as those from purchased goods, waste disposal, and downstream transportation. For example, the resources used to grow food served at the Highland Center, the packaging materials for that food, the trucking to deliver the food, the transport trucking for waste, and the decomposition of waste in the landfill all contribute to our carbon footprint. While we do not measure these indirect emissions in our operations, the most sustainable approach is clear: reduce waste first, then prioritize reuse, recycling, and composting, with landfilling as the last option.

Chapter Member at Large

Date: 01‑Jan‑2025 ➢ 31‑Jan‑2025
Activity: chapter officer
Difficulty: N/A
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Bring your curiosity and creativity to support the Chapter's mission! This volunteer is a key member of the Chapter Executive Committee (ExCom) and learns about the workings of the Chapter, while helping deepen member engagement with AMC's mission and Chapter activities at the local level.
Bring your curiosity and creativity to support the Chapter's mission! The Member At Large is a key member of the Chapter Executive Committee (ExCom) and learns about the workings of the Chapter, while helping deepen member engagement with AMC's mission and Chapter activities at the local level.
The Member At Large is a versatile role, allowing involvement in a wide range of projects, including new initiatives. This volunteer works closely with the Chapter Chair and Vice Chair, and collaborates with ExCom members to support Chapter goals. The Member At Large position has a term of two years (multiple terms are possible depending on chapter by-laws).
To find out more or to express your interest, please write to info@amc-wma.org. We'd love to hear from, and about, you!
AMC's 12 chapters, run by volunteer Executive Committees, support the organization's mission on the ground by leading trips, offering outdoor skills and leadership training courses, and creating opportunities for conservation action and stewardship at the local level. These dedicated volunteers help activate their communities, often launching people on a path toward greater engagement with AMC's mission of protecting and enjoying the outdoors.
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