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Volunteer Opportunities

AMC volunteers get people outdoors and help them gain experience and expertise in protecting the natural places we love. Volunteers also support activities, programs, and goals throughout the region.

Open Chapter opportunities, such as committee chairs, program leads, and long-term commitments, are listed below. See our Volunteer Activities page for volunteer-led activities (e.g., trail work, campsite maintenance, wildlife monitoring, etc.).

Open Positions

Click or tap on the Volunteer links to learn more, check availability, and/or sign up for opportunities.

Chapter Secretary

Type: committee member
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.
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

Type: committee member
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.
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.

Chapter Membership Chair

Type: committee member
Date: ongoing
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Are you a "people person" who enjoys personal networking, meeting new people and planning events? AMC's Western MA chapter is seeking a volunteer to serve as our Membership Chair.
The Membership Chair is a key member of the Chapter Executive Committee and helps deepen member engagement with AMC's mission and chapter activities at the local level. The Membership Chair focuses on initiatives to support member retention and coordinates events for new and non-members.
Importantly, the Membership Chair is not individually responsible for driving membership; rather, the Membership Chair continuously reinforces to the Chapter's leadership body that it's everyone's responsibility to 'spread the word' about the benefits of joining the AMC and participating in the organization's mission.

Conservation Committee Chair

Type: committee member
Date: ongoing
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Join us to collaborate with volunteers and staff to maintain a vibrant conservation presence in Western Massachusetts!
Conservation Chairs work closely with AMC's Conservation Policy and Research Staff to educate and engage members and nonmembers in conservation action and stewardship activities. In addition, they report on opportunities for AMC to engage in local conservation actions such as providing comments for proposed legislation, writing letters relating to local issues, and responding to inquiries and requests from members and partners.
Chairs attend Executive Committee meetings and provide input on Chapter initiatives, coordinate with Conservation Committee members, and are current AMC members.

Types of Volunteering at AMC

AMC volunteers range from informational speakers, program guides and committee members to trip leaders, camp stewards, and trail minders. See all AMC-wide volunteer opportunities on the AMC website.
Location: Western MA
Contact: Nominating Committee
The Western MA Chapter is organized into activity committees, each of which operates semi-independently. Volunteer positions vary by committee and include chair, vice-chair, secretary, and treasurer, committee chairs, and coordinators.
Location: Noble View Outdoor Center
Contact: Western MA Chair
Information volunteers greet guests, orient them to the facility, and offer advice about hiking trails, outdoor gear, and activity programming. They also provide information about conservation and natural history, and promote the AMC mission and membership.
Location: Noble View Outdoor Center
Contact: Western MA Chair
Program volunteers assist trip leaders with multi-day programs, such as Member Welcome Weekends and Chapter training workshops.
Location: Noble View Outdoor Center
Contact: Western MA Chair
Volunteer speakers offer evening programs for lodge guests and visitors and presentations during special events such as FallFest, gatherings, and workshops.
Location: Western MA
Contact: A.T. Committee
Volunteers of the Western Massachusetts Chapter maintain the Appalachian Trail and the New England Scenic Trail in Massachusetts. Volunteers maintain trails by working on directed group projects or by adopting a 2-4 mile section and working individually. Other volunteer opportunities exist to monitor corridor boundary lands or natural or cultural heritage resources. Contact the trail committees to learn more or volunteer. By volunteering for trail work, you combine your passion for being outdoors with protecting the environment. Give back to the trails you enjoy with this hands-on opportunity.
Location: Noble View Outdoor Center
Contact: Western MA Chair
Volunteer naturalists draw on their own expertise to provide outreach at Noble View Outdoor Center. Naturalist programming includes leading evening programs and nature walks. Volunteer Naturalists may also help guests with activity planning, orient them to the facility, and offer advice about hiking trails, outdoor gear, and backcountry safety.
Location: Western MA
Contact: Western MA Chair
Whether out on a day trip or leading a backcountry expedition, trip leaders take on many roles at once, from decision-making and group dynamics to risk management and conservation practices. Trip leaders are required to be AMC members and possess experience and proficiency in their selected activity. Not only will you provide a much-needed service to your community, but you'll also make many life-long friendships as an AMC trip leader.
Volunteer teacher describes a map
Hauling supplies for trail work
Volunteer with student
Raking leaves
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