About us
**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)
Upcoming events
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20s & 30s Pachaug State Forest's Mount Misery Hike
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Lee Thao
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX00000182C9
Audience: 20’s & 30’sDescription: Join us for an epic, deep-woods adventure through Pachaug State Forest, Connecticut’s largest state forest! We will venture through the heart of the forest to take on the Mount Misery Loop . 🌄🌲 This is a true "grand tour" of the Pachaug State Forest, starting from the historic Old CCC Campsite. We’ll be traversing a massive loop that stitches together portions of the Pachaug, Nehantic, Quinebaug, and Phillips Pond Trails. Along the way, you’ll experience a little bit of everything: mossy woodlands, open fields, historic old dams, and even some hidden mini waterfalls. Keep an eye out for the remains of an abandoned farmhouse as we navigate the rugged terrain. The highlight of the trek is the ascent to the summit of Mount Misery , where we’ll be treated to panoramic views of the vast, unbroken forest canopy stretching into Rhode Island. This route is roughly 9.5 miles with ~859 ft of gain — a long, rewarding day in the woods with rolling terrain and plenty of historic and natural variety.
🎒 What to Bring: 3+ liters of water 💧 Trail snacks to keep your energy up 🥨 Waterproof hiking boots (Essential! Portions of the Quinebaug and Nehantic trails can be especially wet and muddy) 🥾 Hiking poles (highly recommended for the distance and mud-hopping) 🦯
🅿️ Parking: FREE for all visitors. We will meet at the Old CCC Campsite off DEP Trail Road. There are no parking fees for in-state or out-of-state vehicles at this trailhead.
🍽️ Social Dinner: After we finish the loop, we’ll drive 2 miles down the road to Town Grill & Pizzeria for dinner. It’s a great spot to relax and refuel after a 9-mile day with some fantastic local food. Another 2 miles down the road we can also get ice cream from Buttonwood Farm Ice Cream .
📧 Confirmed participants will receive: Weather updates A Google Sheet for optional carpooling Exact meeting location (pinned via Google Maps)
Connecticut's Official State Forest Site: https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Forests/Pachaug-State-Forest-Chapman-Area Explore Connecticut: https://explorect.org/mount-misery/ AllTrails: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/connecticut/mount-misery-loop Town Grill & Pizzeria: https://towngrillpizza.com/ Buttonwood Farm Ice Cream: https://www.buttonwoodfarmicecream.com/Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
1 attendeeLabor Day Ride - Ashuwillticook Rail Trail, Pittsfield MA (SO, FL/RL, RG, 1
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Biking | Road
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Leo Pon
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX000001HgQT
Audience: EveryoneDescription: The Ashuwillticook Rail Trail is a paved 10-foot-wide, 15-mile-long, universally accessible path. It is part of the Massachusetts State Parks, and runs parallel to Route 8 through the towns of Cheshire, Lanesborough and Adams.
The trail passes through the Hoosic River Valley, between Mt. Greylock and the Hoosac Mountains. The Cheshire Reservoir, the Hoosic River, and associated wetland communities flank much of the trail offering outstanding views and abundant wildlife. We can have lunch in Adams before returning to Pittsfield.
Meet at trail parking lot at 877 Crane Ave, Pittsfield MA. It is next to Ace Hardware and near McDonalds. It is about an hour and 45 minutes from Hartford. (Class 1 and 2 E-bikes are welcome!)
https://www.mass.gov/doc/ashuwillticook-rail-trail-map/downloaReminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
WEST ROCK STATE PARK HAMDEN, CT - Rigorous/Moderate
Lake Wintergreen, Lake Wintergreen,, Hamden, CT, USActivity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 5 - Vigorous
Trip Leader(s): Mary Anne Hardy
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP: (and complete all the steps on the Outdoor Connector) https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX000001GeCE
Audience: EveryoneDescription: A half RIGOROUS half moderate loop hike of about 8 miles with varied terrain. The first half of the hike is strenuous and rocky as we climb up to and walk along the trap rock ridge. The second half is moderate and generally flat. We will hike at a briskly moderate pace of 2 - 2.5 mph . Nice views along the ridge plus we go by Lake Wintergreen at the start and Farm Brook Pond at the halfway point. Bring plenty of water, snacks/lunch, bug spray, sunscreen, and a personal first aid kit. Heavy rain cancels. Meet at 8:45 am for an 9:00 am start at West Rock State Park - Lake Wintergreen on Main Street in Hamden. There is a fairly large parking lot - note the gate does not open until 8:00 AM. Registration requested but not required. LEADER Mary Anne Hardy hardy.bujalski@gmail.com cell (203) 376-8791 (text preferred or call before 8 PM.
A trail map can be found at this link: https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/DEEP/stateparks/maps/WestRock_20230828.pdf
Location: West Rock State Park - Lake Wintergreen 53, 55 Main Street, Hamden, CTReminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register! Just joining on meet-up does not register you for the hike.
1 attendee
Biking Lake Champlain Islands
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Biking | Road
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Barbara Beckerman, Joseph Snyder
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP:https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UUN0000022AF3
Audience: EveryoneDescription: Join AMC hosts for a 4 day/3 night adventure to capture the natural beauty and interesting points of the Champlain area. We will be staying Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights at the lovely North Hero House located on North Hero Island. Your stay includes full daily breakfast, Tuesday night welcome dinner, full use of establishment amenities and all taxes, resort fees and volunteer guiding. Various rooms types are reserved, all with private bathrooms to accommodate single and double occupancy. Pricing is based on room choice. Price range: $ 845 single to $975 (for 2 people, same room) Pre trip screening with leaders is necessary. Register here, a leader will contact you for prescreening and determine acceptance on the trip based on skill level/experience. Not a beginner bike trip. For more trip information: text Barbara Beckerman 203-641-4162 or email bebea2021@gmail.com, Joe Snyder email: epiphone22003@yahoo.com Limited group size to 10 trip participants.
Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
1 attendee
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