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Invasives Management: Shaker Campsite Area

Location: Lee, MA
Date: 16‑May‑2026
Activity: conservation
Difficulty: N/A
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We've tackled the invasives in the Shaker CS area several times previously, so this follow up visit will be focus on the surviving invasives. Garlic mustard will surely be up and ready to remove and remnant winged euonomyous and barberry will also be our targets.

Mostly this will be a hand pulling, bagging and removal job. We'll be working near, but off the Trail. Work involves stooping and bending to pull up the plants. This is a great opportunity for kids and families to help the Trail.

Pace will be slow on generally flat terrain. We'll likely be out most of the day so bring lunch/snacks and water to drink. Wear sturdy shoes. Long pants and work gloves are recommended. Take precautions against ticks by treating outerwear with permethrin following the manufacturerâs instructions.

AMC 150 at Noble View: Trail Work Portion

Location: Russell, MA
Date: 23‑May‑2026
Activity: trail work
Difficulty: N/A
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Join us in the morning for our AMC 150 celebration at Noble View for some volunteer trail maintenance throughout our trail network. Work along AMC staff in an effort to address common erosion and maintenance concerns along our trails so that we can ensure a safe and enjoyable recreation experience to all who visit Noble View!

We will convene at the parking lot for the All Person's Trail and venture up to the trails tool shed promptly at 9:00 AM. At the shed, we will discuss tool safety and distribute tools and PPE to all participants. From there, we will venture on to the northeast portion of Border Trail from the Gantt Trail connection. Our plan for the day will be to address erosion and trail safety concerns by benching an even tread on the trail surface. This will involve using grubbing tools to dig into the earth and tamp down the newly exposed mineral soil. No prior trail experience is required to join for this event; all are welcome!

Stick around after the maintenance portion to join in on our celebration and stewardship event beginning at 1:00 PM. Please register for that portion of the event here.

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A.T. Corridor Boundary Work - Blotz Rd, Day 2

Location: Washington, MA
Date: 26‑May‑2026
Activity: trail work
Difficulty: N/A
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Come join us in maintaining the boundary lines of the land corridor that protects the A.T. We will be working south of Blotz Rd in Washington, MA, completing the section started on May 5. We start by hiking 1 mile, then locating yellow corridor blazes and clearing the boundary line as we work our way back toward the cars. Work is mostly clipping brush and small trees with hand tools to maintain a clear line of sight. We will also record data at survey markers. We will be following a straight compass course up and down hills. Pace will be slow, and brush may be heavy at times. Stooping is required to clip brush as we walk along. Expect to be in the woods the entire day.

Dress in layers for the expected weather. Wear sturdy boots for hilly off-trail grades, and long pants. Long sleeves are recommended, and orange visibility vests or clothing are encouraged. Bring work gloves, an extra layer and rain gear. Bring your own loppers if you have some but leader will have some to borrow. Carry lunch/snack and plenty of water to drink. Take precautions against ticks by treating outerwear with permethrin following the manufacturer's instructions. Check for ticks soon after arriving back home.

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National Trails Day: Trail Maintenance at Cheshire Cobble

Location: Cheshire, MA
Date: 06‑Jun‑2026
Activity: trail work
Difficulty: N/A
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We'll celebrate National Trails Day with opportunities to give back to the AT (and maybe snag some SWAG). We'll be meeting at 8:30 at Diane's Twist for some breakfast goodies, then we'll head out for some basic trail maintenance on the AT for 1.5 miles up to Cheshire Cobbles, with a lunch break at the top.

Route is moderate, with some short, steep sections. Work will be slow paced and include digging with hand tools. Dress for the expected weather, and wear sturdy shoes. Work gloves and long pants are recommended. Bring lunch/snacks and water to drink.

A.T. Overnight Site Maintenance: Laurel Ridge Campsite

Location: Mount Washington, MA
Date: 13‑Jun‑2026
Activity: trail work
Difficulty: N/A
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We will maintain the tent pads and trails at this A.T. campsite near the CT border. We'll also install some numbered campsite signs. Work will be digging and raking the dirt tent pads, clipping encroaching brush, light carpentry to install signs, brushing in social trails.

This is likely a half-day project, but there's an excellent viewpoint for our lunch break nearby. A short easy hike to the worksite. Because of limited parking, we will car pool approximately 2 miles from the initial meeting location at the Mount Washington SF Headquarters.

Dress for the expected weather, wear sturdy shoes. Long pants and work gloves are recommended. Bring lunch/snack and water to drink.

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Hemlock Shelter Maintenance

Location: Mount Washington, MA
Date: 20‑Jun‑2026
Activity: trail work
Difficulty: N/A
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The Hemlocks Shelter on the A.T. is in need of some exterior cleaning and painting. It was last painted 20 years ago. There will be some ladder work, but most of the painting can be done at ground level. There is an easy 1/2 mile hike with one short steep section on bare rock between the meeting location and the work site.

The paint we are using will permanently stain clothing, so choose your wardrobe accordingly. It will wash off of your skin, but work gloves might be a good idea.

Dress for the expected weather, wear sturdy shoes. Bring lunch/snack and water to drink.

Refer to the registration page for more information.

Western MA Activity Committees:

20s/30s

Appalachian Trail Management

Bicycling

Family Programs

Hiking

Mountaineering

New England Scenic Trail Management

Paddling