Mountaineering Committee offers Spring Classes
AMC Berkshire Chapter- Mountaineering CommitteeSpring ClassesMay 16-17, Sat-Sun, Introduction to Top Rope Rock Climbing: Basic Instruction in climbing, belaying and general safety. Come and have fun on...
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Family Program Central Rock Gym Jan 2016
This Family Programs event was held at the Central Rock Gym in Hadley on Jan. 16, 2016. The event was organized by Heather Wyman and supported by The Mountaineering Committee for belayers (Thanks,...
View ArticleUpcoming Mountaineering Events - Something for All Skill Levels
Whether you’re a complete beginner or are looking to advance your skills, AMC Berkshire’s Mountaineering group have something to suit your needs. Take a look at the upcoming events and find the one for...
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Chapel Ledges Spring Stewardship
Excellent day at Chapel on Saturday! We had 11 folks total hauling 3 yards of chips to the base of the climbing ledge and closing off some sensitive areas from access.Activity: ClimbingSubject: Photo...
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Ed Webster to speak at this year's Berkshire Bash
We're excited to announce that award-winning mountaineer and author Ed Webster will be the speaker at this year's Berkshire Bash - our chapter's annual meeting and dinner. The 2016 Berkshire Bash will...
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Family Fun Climb, Central Rock Gym, Hadley, MA
Activity: ClimbingClientele: FamiliesSubject: Photo Album
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Summer is a Great Time to Get Outdoors
Check out AMC activities in Western Mass. This summer we are offering several series of hikes including the AT in Mass, Hiking Along Rivers, Easy Hikes in Northampton, and the weekly Tuesday hike. You...
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Report of 2017 AMC Berkshire Chapter Activities
Conservation—Robert Cherdack—robertcherd@gmail.comThe Chapter Conservation Committee has been reinstituted with the following goals: 1) Supporting the club in its conservation campaigns.2) Identifying...
View ArticleBERKSHIRE FAMILIES INDOOR ROCK CLIMBING DAY
Sunday, January 14, 2018, 2:00PM - 4:00PMLocationCentral Rock Gym, 165 Russell St., (Rte. 9) Hadley, MA., 01035, Massachusetts, Pioneer Valley, MARegistrationRegistration is required for this activity....
View ArticleMountaineering Committee offers Spring Classes
AMC Berkshire Chapter- Mountaineering CommitteeSpring ClassesMay 16-17, Sat-Sun, Introduction to Top Rope Rock Climbing: Basic Instruction in climbing, belaying and general safety. Come and have fun on...
View ArticleANNUAL FAMILY ROCK WALL AND PIZZA PARTY EVENT
Join the Berkshire Family and Mountaineering combined program in a 2-hour belayer supported climb or bouldering with gear included. At the end of the event, pizza will be provided. Both...
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Mountaineering
Our Mountaineering Committee organizes rock climbing (sport, traditional, and multi-pitch), plus the occasional ice climbing, indoor wall climbing, or backcountry skiing trip. We run trips all year....
View ArticleLessons Learned from a Hiking Incident
We recently received a hiking incident report from a leader in the New York-New Jersey Chapter of the AMC. The report describes an injury that occurred on a recent hike, what happened after that...
View ArticleCANCELED: BERKSHIRE/WORCESTER CHAPTER LEADERSHIP TRAINING
Effective 3/12/2020 the Berkshire Chapter Leadership training course is canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. Please stay safe and follow all guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and...
View ArticleFACILITY AND PROGRAM CLOSURES IN RESPONSE TO COVID-19
On March 16, 2020, the Appalachian Mountain Club announced facility and program closures.Please visit this page for details.Please stay safe and healthy during this difficult time.If you have questions...
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PHOTO CONTEST - #BeOutdoorsOnline Heart Challenge
Send in your photos to connect and share with other families who could use a little love in these crazy times.Winners will be selected from most original and best Earth Day-themed hearts.WHAT TO DO:...
View ArticleFACILITY AND PROGRAM CLOSURES IN RESPONSE TO COVID-19
Many weeks now into the COVID-19 pandemic, our situation in the Northeast remains fluid, with states still sorting out their individual plans for easing restrictions on travel and gatherings...
View ArticleOnline Refresher Training for Chapter Activity Leaders
As restrictions ease up across Massachusetts, the AMC Berkshire and Worcester Chapters are teaming up to offer a series of online refresher seminars for current activity leaders.Seminars are scheduled...
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