About us
Thanks for being a part of our Meetup group, and AMC Boston 20s and 30s. For those of you who are new, this email is to give some basic information about how you can get more involved with us and get on even more trips (our other websites have more trip postings than you’ll find here on Meetup!)
AMC Boston 20's and 30's is a group of the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC), dedicated to encouraging people in their 20s and 30s to get involved in the AMC and enjoy the outdoors.
With many volunteer leaders and co-leaders, we offer a variety of activities and events (both online and in-person). You may find us leading day hikes, backpacking, social events, local walks, trail maintenance, conservation work, kayaking, mountain biking, bicycling, skiing, camping, ice skating, and other activities. We sponsor trips throughout the year, most of which involve exploring different regions of New England. Check out some photos of our activities here!
If you want to be kept up to date with even more of our events, be sure to check the official postings at activities.outdoors.org. We do cross post some events to meetup but you have to register via the link in the description (signing up on Meetup does not approve you for the trip).
There are other ways to stay engaged with us.
[Outdoors Postings](https://activities.outdoors.org/s/activity-directory?chapters=0015000001Sg061AAB&audiences=20’s & 30’s): activities.outdoors.org is the official site for all AMC trip postings (everything gets posted here first). This link filters the 20s and 30s committee trips.
AMC 20s-30s Activity Notifications Google Group: Our mailing list where you get notified of events happening soon that still have open spaces. This is one of our primary contact channels. And feel free to check out past events and the photos there.
Our Instagram: Feel free to follow us.
Our Facebook group: join our private Facebook Group.
Our Website: Find out more general info about who we are and what we do, including how to become a leader.
Upcoming events
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20s & 30s Winter Hiking Weekend at Shapleigh Bunkhouse
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Kate O'Brien, Catherine Bentsen, Marcelo Knapik, Stephen Duly
Registration Type: Application
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UUN0000027sXB
Audience: 20’s & 30’sDescription: Join fellow AMC Boston 20s & 30s for a weekend of winter hiking fun based out of the Shapleigh Bunkhouse at Highland Center in Crawford Notch, NH!
** Note : After registering, a leader will be in touch to discuss your recent winter hiking experience. After you talk with a leader and they determine you are a good fit for the trip, you will be confirmed and sent additional trip details. If you are not a good fit for the trip (i.e., do not have winter hiking gear or experience), your registration will be canceled and your payment refunded.**
Hikes : Two hike options will be offered each Saturday and Sunday. The two Saturday hikes will include a longer vigorous/strenuous option and a moderate option. The two Sunday hikes will include a moderate hike and a shorter hike. Specific hikes will be determined based on weather, trail conditions, and the preferences and experience of the group. Shorter hikes will be 3 miles or less with less than 1000 feet elevation gain (e.g., Mt Willard); moderate hikes will be 4-6 miles roundtrip with less than 2500 feet elevation gain (e.g., Mt Tom, Mt Jackson, Mt Pierce); and vigorous/strenuous hikes will be 8-10 miles roundtrip with more than 2500 feet elevation gain (e.g., Mts Pierce-Eisenhower, Mts Tom-Field-Willey).
Gear : Winter gear is required for this trip, including 400g insulated boots, microspikes, and snowshoes. Please refer to the winter day hike gear list here: https://hb.amcboston.org/images/docs/Gear_lists/Winter_Dayhike_equip.pdf . Most winter gear can be rented free of charge from the Highland Center or borrowed from other AMC members. If you need to borrow gear, let us know and plan to arrive early on Friday evening to check out the gear room.
Lodging : Shapleigh Bunkhouse is a separate building next to the AMC Highland Center in Crawford Notch, NH. The bunkhouse has 16 bunks across two rooms, with its own bathroom facilities (including showers), common room, and kitchenette. Linens, pillows, and towels are provided.
Meals : Dinner on Friday and Saturday nights and breakfast on Saturday and Sunday mornings are included. Meals are buffet-style in the Highland Center and can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Hiking lunches and snacks are on your own.
Carpooling : We will share a carpool sign-up sheet with approved participants before the trip so folks can offer or ask for rides. Shapleigh Bunkhouse is about 2.5 hours drive from Boston.
Cost : $206 for AMC members or $236 for non-members. Anyone can become an AMC member! Become a member here: https://www.outdoors.org/get-involved/become-a-member/ . Cost covers lodging for Friday and Saturday, dinners on Friday and Saturday, and breakfasts on Saturday and Sunday. Free access to gear room at Highland Center.
Cancellation : Cancellations require the spot to be filled in order to receive reimbursement. On or after February 6, 2026 no refunds can be issued, regardless of reason. All refunds will be issued after the event occurs. Allow 2-3 weeks for processing. The refund will be issued directly to the credit card used for registration.Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
1 attendeeAMC Boston 20s and 30s - Ski and Ride Trip to Waterville Valley
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Skiing | Alpine/Lift Service
Difficulty: 3 - Easy
Trip Leader(s): Aaron Valentine, Matthew Sennett
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX0000010Nwv
Audience: 20’s & 30’sDescription: Join the AMC Boston 20s and 30s for a day of skiing/riding at Waterville Valley. Located approximately 2 hours north of Boston on 93, Waterville Valley an independently owned and operated mountain, and is on the Indy Pass for those that have it. Participants will be responsible for their own lift tickets and rentals if needed.
This trip is open to all 20s and 30s participants regardless of AMC membership or skiing/snowboarding experience, however some previous experience is recommended. Please note that this trip is designated specifically for 20's and 30's only. If you do not identify with that group, you will be unable to register for and participate in this trip or activity. If you have questions, please contact the leaders for more information.Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
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20s and 30s Snow Tubing at Nashoba - Wed March 4th
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Social | Local Socials
Difficulty: 2 - Relaxed
Trip Leader(s): Leah Brodsky, Catherine Bentsen
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX0000010hKX
Audience: 20’s & 30’sDescription: Join fellow AMC 20s & 30s for an evening of snow tubing at Nashoba Valley! Nashoba Valley is about 45 minutes from Boston. We will meet at the entrance to the tubing park at 6:45pm to gather as a group and get our passes. We will tube for 2 hours from 7-9pm. We may have an optional social afterwards depending on interest. Tubing tickets are $35 per person for 2 hours. Purchase your own tubing ticket through the Nashoba Valley website here: https://shop.skinashoba.com/snow-tubing-tickets
Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
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20s & 30s Steering Committee - March
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Social | Meetings
Difficulty: 1 - Accessible
Trip Leader(s): Catherine Bentsen, Aaron Valentine, James Dempsey
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UUN00000281Vd
Audience: 20’s & 30’sDescription: Interested in learning more and getting involved with the inner workings of the AMC Boston 20s & 30s committee? Join our next steering committee meeting on Monday, March 9 from 7:00-9:00pm! Our March meeting will be held at in person. Food will be served at 6:30pm before the start of the meeting. Meeting agenda and location will be sent to those registered for the meeting.
The 20s & 30s steering committee meets once a month to plan ongoing programs and larger events, discuss ways to encourage new membership and leadership in the Boston community, and update club policies in accordance with larger AMC guidelines. All meetings are open to the public, whether you would like to apply for a position or attend as a guest to learn more about our plans for the future.Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
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Past events
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