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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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Wadsworth Falls - moderate/easy
Wadsworth Falls State Park, Middletown, CT, Wasdwoth Rd., Middletown, CT, CT, USActivity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Mary Anne Hardy
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX000000zVwX
Audience: Everyone
YOU MUST CLICK ABOVE TO RSVP - you don't register via meet-up. This event posting is for advertising only.Description: Wadsworth Falls - join me in this moderately easy hike as I ease back into hiking after foot surgery back in November. It will be around 4 miles with mostly even footing. We will hike to the large falls (avoiding the little falls with its steep route) and then go on a variety of trails to the Purple Bridge Trail which we will follow back to our cars. Depending upon conditions we walk at a pace of about 2 mph. We may need spikes and poles to navigate icy footing. Please bring water and a snack and dress appropriately for winter hiking (hiking boots, layers, etc). Possible pizza lunch after the hike (new pizza place Hot Rock Pizza might be open by this date!).
Registration preferred but not required. (if you register you will get an email the day before the hike confirming trail and weather conditions).
We will meet at 9:15 AM to start hike promptly at 9:30 AM. The end time of this activity is only an estimate. We will meet at the main entrance of Wadsworth Falls State Park located on CT route 157 (NOT the Cherry Hill Road entrance).
A map of Wadsworth Falls State Park can be found here: https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/DEEP/stateparks/maps/wadsworthpdf.pdf (it is also found on the Avenza app).
Leader Mary Anne Hardy, email hardy.bujalski@gmail.com cell (203) 376-8791 (please text, unknown callers are blocked).Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
YOU MUST CLICK THE LINK ABOVE TO RSVP - you don't register via meet-up. This event posting is for advertising only.1 attendee
Hartman Park -Family Friendly Hike on the Red Trail
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 3 - Easy
Trip Leader(s): Deborah Minor
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UUN000002A97J
Audience: EveryoneDescription: Bring the kids, or come by yourself, and join us on a loop hike at Harman Park in Lyme, CT. We will follow the Red Trail and the Goodwin Trail, where we will see an old sawmill site, beaver lodges, and interesting stone structures such as Snout Rock, Turtle Rock, and the Stone Serpent. There are no steep rock scrambles, but a section of the trail does lead uphill to a ridge. There is a possibility of wet, snowy, and/or icy spots along the trail, so sturdy footwear will be important. Total hiking distance will be 3.25 miles with a total elevation gain of 225 ft. Hiking time should be between 1.5 and 2 hours. Please dress in layers appropriate for the weather and trail conditions, and be sure to bring water and a snack or lunch. Please note that registration is required for this activity. Specific details for meeting time and location will be emailed to all registered participants the day before the hike.
Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
1 attendeeDevil's Hopyard State Park Hike (Witch Hazel Trail via Millington Loop Trai
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Portia Baudisch, Corey Mott, Lee Thao
Registration Type: Show & Go
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX0000011Ger
Audience: 20’s & 30’sDescription: Join the 20s and 30s Group to hike the Witch Hazel Trail in Devil's Hopyard State Park in East Haddam, CT. The hike will be approximately 5.4 miles and take between 2.5 and 3 hours to complete. The trail will have some water features and an elevation gain of approximately 800 ft.
Please bring microspikes and dress warm (it will likely be cold and you can always remove layers if needed). A hat, gloves, multiple layers, and hand/feet warmers are recommended if temperatures are low.
Don't forget water! We recommend water in an insulated bottle as bladder lining can freeze. Dogs are welcome if they are properly equipped for a winter hike.
We will meet at the parking lot at 8 Foxtown Rd, East Haddam, CT 06423. There are at least two main parking lots at this park, we will be meeting at the parking above the falls.
This hike will be canceled in the event of heavy rain or snow. A notice will be sent out to registrants if this occurs.Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
1 attendee
Scoville Reservoir, Wolcott
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 3 - Easy
Trip Leader(s): Joanna Miller
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX0000010bOn
Audience: AdultsDescription: All hikers must register in advance online. Meet at 9:45 for a prompt 10:00 start to this easy hike around Scoville Reservoir. The hike is roughly three miles long. There is essentially no elevation. Hikers must have appropriate footwear in case we encounter ice and/or mud. There is no toilet facility nearby and not much privacy on the trail, so make a pit stop in advance. Hikers must carry water, a snack, personal medications and first-aid supplies. No dogs. Park in the lot at 211 Nichols Road, Wolcott. There are several parking lots near here: we will meet at the one closest to the swimming area, and opposite the senior center.
Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
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