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**The Appalachian Mountain Club's Connecticut Chapter organizes about 1,000 hikes, bike rides, mountaineering and other events each year. Most of these do not appear in this Meetup. To get details of all of our events and to join our email lists please go to [www.CT-AMC.org](http://www.CT-AMC.org)** The Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) promotes the protection, enjoyment, and understanding of the mountains, forests, waters, and trails of the Appalachian region. AMC is the nation’s oldest outdoor recreation and conservation organization. The CT Chapter of AMC is a statewide organization that has something for everyone who loves to explore the outdoors, for beginners or experts. We offer hiking, kayaking, cycling, trail building and maintenance and land conservation activities throughout the year. So, what sets us apart? • Trained leaders means our activities are organized, everyone stays together as a group assisting each other as needed and we follow certain safety protocols. • Group activities are open to everyone (so long as you meet the fitness and equipment requirements). Events listed as Young Members are designed for members ages 20-40 but all AMC events are open to all ages. This Meetup group is sponsored by members of the AMC Connecticut Chapter. For additional information about AMC, the CT Chapter and the activities we-sponsor, please visit [www.ct-amc.org](http://www.ct-amc.org). Thru the year, we offer more than 1000 activities. All current activities are listed on our website for each activity committee. For example, current hiking activities including skiing and snowshoeing are shown on the [chapter website](http://www.ct-amc.org/excursions/HikeListings.shtm). The AMC web site ([www.outdoors.org](http://www.outdoors.org/)) has further information about the main club including lodging, adventure travel, and more. Just a reminder that only AMC-approved leaders may lead activities that will be listed on this site. We can allow others to co-lead activities with an approved leader. If you are interested in becoming an approved leader, the next leader training is always shown [on our website](http://ct-amc.org/Education/index.shtm). **Please note:** Some events are marked "Registration Required". An RSVP here does **not** satisfy this requirement. Registration requires direct contact with the event leader, either by email or phone. \ [](http://ct-amc.org/Education/index.shtm)
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HIKE CANCELED: Guilder Pond to Jug End Rd., Mt. Washington,
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Claire Rusowicz
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP:https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UUN000001zDxR
Audience: Adults
Description: HIKE RESCHEDULED from November: Continuing a series of mostly moderate hikes covering the AT in MA, this approx.5-6-mile section is relatively short, yet includes a number of scrambles and ledge walking, beginning with a steep, rocky ascent up to Jug End (1490'), then continuing across exposed rock to Mt. Bushnell (1821') and Bushnell's South Peak (1913'). There are a number of ascents, though not as steep as the first making this a bit more strenuous than some moderate hikes. Fallen leaves on the trail can make this north-to-south hike slower and trickier than expected, however, our reward can be more unobstructed views, north towards the Housatonic River Valley, Berkshire Highlands and Mt. Greylock, and east. The descending route will take us through woodlands, a visit to an AT shelter and then back to Guilder Pond and Mt. Everett State Reservation, where we may include a walk around the pond via a connecting trail. Final hiking mileage may be more if the access road to Guilder Pond from the reservation entrance parking lot (approx. .8 miles) has been closed to cars for the winter; hike leader will check with park staff prior to the hike date. Bring water and snacks/lunch. Poles can be helpful for steepish ascents/descents and leaf-littered trails. No dogs, please. REGISTRATION WILL BE LIMITED due to limited parking at both trailheads (car spotting is required.). Rain/icy conditions cancels. RAIN DATE: Dec. 7. Leader will provide more details on mileage and exact parking directions to registered hikers the day before the hike morning.
Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!1 attendee
20's & 30's Hike at Salmon River State Forest
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 3 - Easy
Trip Leader(s): Corey Mott
Registration Type: Show & Go
Please Click Here to RSVP:https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UUN000001znXt
Audience: 20’s & 30’s
Description: The 20's & 30's Committee is leading a 6.6 mile hike along the Salmon River Trail. Scenic river overlooks; Access points to the riverbank; Occasional riffles and cascades. We can take a break and have lunch at the halfway point. Wearing bright orange clothing during the hunting season (Fall through December) is recommended. Please bring water, small pack with snacks and/or lunch, and wear orange. If there's significant rainfall, a cancellation email will be sent to those that are registered.
Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!1 attendee
20s & 30s Penwood State Park Yellow to Blue Loop Hike + Social Afterwards
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 3 - Easy
Trip Leader(s): Lee Thao, Corey Mott
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP:https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UUN000001zotl
Audience: 20’s & 30’s
Description: Our 20's & 30's Committee will be leading a hike through Penwood State Park in Simsbury, CT. This will be ~4.5 mile hike, 741 ft elevation gain through some rocky/uneven terrain, occasional climbs, scenic ridge walking with spectacular vistas. Parking at Penwood State Park is free for all, even for out of state cars. After the hike we will head over to Parkville Market in Hartford, ~20-minute car ride, to continue with the social. Parkville Market is Hartford's #1 local food hall and has 22 restaurants & 3 bars all together in a single building.
Participants must bring: Minimum 1 liter of water Snacks as necessary Any layers as weather dictates Proper hiking shoes
Confirmed participants can expect an email in advance with weather, link to a google sheet for those who would like to carpool, and further meeting location/parking details.
Connecticut's Official State Park Site: Penwood State Park | Connecticut State Parks and Forests
Alltrail: Penwood State Park Yellow to Blue Loop
Parkville Market: Parkville Market
Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!1 attendeeNew Year's Day hike in Guilford
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 3 - Easy
Trip Leader(s): Janet Kipphut Ainsworth
Registration Type: Show & Go
Please Click Here to RSVP:https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UUN00000212OP
Audience: Everyone
Description: This is a moderate loop hike on the white and orange circle trails from the Sam Hill Road #3 entrance (corner of Rt. 146) and back to the same location. It is joint with the Guilford Land Conservation Trust. Leader Janet Ainsworth, GLCT president, has been leading this hike for many years. Contact information: janetkainsworth@gmail.com or 203-530-7826 (text preferred). The hike will begin at 11. Depending on pace and how long we stop at the overlook, it will take 1.5 to 2 hours. Due to other activities, I recommend not traveling to the trailhead via the area around the Guilford Green.
Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
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