AMC Boston 20s and 30s

Activity Type: Conservation | Conservation
Difficulty: 2 - Relaxed
Trip Leader(s): Aaron Valentine, David Navia
Registration Type: Registration
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Audience: 20’s & 30’s

Description: Join AMC Boston’s 20s & 30s for a volunteer work weekend at Cold River Camp! Nestled in the quieter Evans Notch region of the White Mountains, this scenic camp needs some preparation before the season begins. We’ll be painting, landscaping, and doing trail maintenance to help get the site ready.
In exchange for your hard work, you’ll receive free lodging for Friday and Saturday night, as well as meals from Friday dinner through Sunday lunch. Our group will be a dedicated crew of twenty people in their 20s & 30s, working alongside long-time Cold River Camp volunteers of all ages. After the work is done, there may be an opportunity for some optional hikes on Sunday afternoon.
Best of all? Besides your effort, this event is completely free !
HOW TO REGISTER Register via the "Register" button on this page. Upon Registering, a leader will reach out with a supplementary form for you to fill out.
STAY IN THE LOOP FOR FUTURE EVENTS If this volunteer work weekend is full, sign up for our email list to hear about upcoming 20s & 30s events, including fun outdoor adventures and more volunteer work weekends. AMC 20s-30s Activity Notifications - Google Groups
TIME Arrive any time after 2 PM on Friday. Work begins at 8:30 AM on both Saturday and Sunday, with a full 7–8 hour workday on Saturday and a half-day on Sunday.
LOCATION https://maps.app.goo.gl/8zjw1731CUcGjB2C9
GEAR For camping: Sleeping bag/sheets Pillowcases Towels Headlamp Toiletries Swim suit Insect repellent Bug net Camping chair Pen Board games Musical instrument For working: Work gloves Clothes you're willing to get dirty If hiking on Sunday: Backpack Water bottle/bladder, at least 2 liters Snacks Hiking boots Hiking socks Non-cotton clothing for both warm and cold weather Rain jacket/pants Sunscreen Sunburn relief Hat Lip balm MEALS All meals are homemade with fresh, seasonal ingredients and served family style or buffet. A vegan/vegetarian option will always be available to those who have requested vegetarian meals during registration. Life-threatening allergens (i.e. tree nuts and shellfish) are kept separate from the main food prep and communal serving areas, but Cold River Camp cannot guarantee there will not be some chance of cross-contamination and exposure; campers are advised of this risk. Cold River Camp will provide plant-based milk and gluten-free wraps or bread. Because of kitchen limitations, Cold River Camp is unable to accommodate special diets or preferences. We encourage guests to bring what they need to manage personal dietary choices when packing for camp. There is an on-site refrigerator where you may store any meals you brought with you.
Friday - Dinner Saturday - Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Sunday - Breakfast and Lunch
LODGINGS We will be spending the night in rustic cabins that have comfortable single beds and a few pieces of other furniture. The cabins themselves do not have electricity, running water, bed sheets, or pillowcases. However, electricity and running water are available in nearby common area buildings on the campground.
CARPOOLING To prioritize accessibility and inclusivity, participants who offer rides, need a ride, or can reach the campground without driving themselves will be given priority during the approval process. P lease include this information when you sign up for the event. Thank you for helping make this event accessible to all!
EVENT MODIFICATIONS To address unforeseen challenges such as adverse weather, unacceptable trail conditions or excessive crowding, the planned event destination, activity and/or meeting place and time may be modified. In that event, participants may elect to join in that activity or opt out.

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Activity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 5 - Vigorous
Trip Leader(s): Michael Glicksman, Faye Poon, Melanie Novick, Steven Mangold
Registration Type: Application
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Audience: 20’s & 30’s

Description: Description: Join us for a 3 days - 2 nights Memorial day weekend car camping trip in Gorham NH for some hiking and chilling. There will be two days of planned hiking with ample free time for chilling/extra adventures. A list of preselected 4000footer and a 52-with-a-view is planned for each of the two days of planned hiking. After hiking, we will enjoy some down time at the campground for camp fire/BYOG (bring your own games). For logistical reasons, the rooster for each of the hikes will be predetermined before the day of the trip. See details when filling out the sign up questionnaire.
Campground Information: We will be staying at Barnes Field Group Campground. The campground will be large enough that everyone can bring their own tent/hammock for sleeping. The facility provides only drinking water and pit toilets, we may walk down 0.5 mile to Dolly Copp Campground should we need additional amenities (coin op shower) This is a paid campground, participants are expected to pay for their stay upon entering ($12-18/ppl with or without group discount)
Day Hikes available: Day 2: Mt. Cabot (11 miles, 3000 feet of elevation gain ) or Mt Hayes (7 mi, 1800 feet of elevation gain) Day 3: Mt. Waumbek (7 mi, 2700 feet of elevation gain) or Cherry Mt & Owl’s Head (4. 6mi, 1800 feet of elevation gain)
Trails to be taken: Mt. Cabot: (Loop) Bunnell Nottch Trail, Kilkenny Ridge Trail, Horn Spur, Unknown Pond Trail. Located in the Kilkenny Range. Mt Hayes: (In-Out) Mahoosuc Trail or Centennial Trail. Locate in Gorham. Mt Waumbek: (In-out) Starr King Trail, Kilkenny Ridge Trail. Locate in Jefferson. Cherry Mt & Owl’s Head: (In-Out) Owl’s Head Trail, Marha’s Mile. Locate in Jefferson Highland.
You can expect from this trip the following: Camping in the White Mountains Some views Mud Rocks Vertical gain Fun Good company
You are expected to carry your own day pack on each of the hikes, along with you bagged lunch that you bring yourself. With the exception of one dinner, you should supply all the food provisions you will need for the weekend.
Day 1 - Saturday: Arrival. Spontaneous/unofficial activities BYO camp fire dinner (A camp fire will be started and supplied starting an hour before sundown, participants are encouraged to bring a tin-foil dinner to cook on the fire) Day 2 - Sunday: BYO breakfast Hikes: Choice between Mount Cabot and Mount Hayes BYO dinner Day 3 - Memorial Day monday: BYO breakfast Pack up Choice between Mount Waumbek/Starr King or Cherry Mountain & Owl’s Head
Pace expectation: For all four planned hikes, the expected pace would be moderate, between 1 miles/hour uphill and 1.5 miles/hour downhill to achieve an average hiking speed of 1.25 miles/hour.
Minimum experience: For Mt. Hayes and Owl’s Head/Martha: Participants should be comfortable day hiking 1000 feet elevation change in new england rocks, or equivalent fitness level. On a minimum, you must complete a hike of 5 miles with 1000 feet elevation change in the last 6 months and have maintained a relative fitness level to hike continuously for 2.5 hours. For Mt. Cabot and Waumbek: Participants should be comfortable day hiking 2000 feet elevation change in new england rocks, or equivalent fitness level. On a minimum, you must complete a hike of 8 miles with 2000 feet elevation change in the last 6 months and have maintained a relative fitness level to hike continuously for 5 hours.

Gear list: Camping list: Please bring gear for 3 season camping, including: - 3 season tent/hammock with rain fly - sleeping pad & sleeping bag, + any sleeping accessories - hiking layers for 2 days of hiking - Any additional clothes for the activities for the weekend - Mess kit for eating - Meals, snacks, provisions for the weekend - camp light - personal med kit - (Optional): shower kit - (Optional): party game for fun - Any additional gear for camping in the woods
Day hiking pack list: Please bring gear for a 3 season day hike, including: - Non-cotton layers appropriate to the weather Required! - Hiking boots or shoes Required! - Flashlight or headlamp Required! - Rain gear - At least 2 liters of water - Lunch and high energy snacks to get you through the day - Personal first aid kit and medications - Sun protection (sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, etc) - Insect repellent and/or bug net - Hand sanitizer - Backpack that fits all of the above, plus an extra insulating layer

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Activity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 3 - Easy
Trip Leader(s): Carly Hodes, Brandon Weiss, Maya Gelbard, Kasia Gorecki, Chao Xie, Richard Rosenblum, Marie Sorensen, Marie Sorensen, Richard Rosen
Registration Type: Application
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Audience: 20’s & 30’s; Adults

Description: Discover the hidden gem that is Cold River Camp, nestled in the heart of the White Mountain National Forest in New Hampshire, just 15 miles north of Fryeburg, Maine. This rustic and remote haven offers easy access to some of the best hiking trails in the Northeast, surrounded by pristine forests, clear mountain streams, and towering peaks. After a day on the trails, kick back at camp to relax with new friends, play games in the lodge, or roast s’mores by the campfire. This trip is geared toward participants in their 20s-40s.
HOW TO REGISTER Register via the "Register" button on this page. Complete this supplementary registration form: https://forms.gle/7dEQfYEczicubvFh8 If this hiking weekend is full, don’t worry! There are often cancellations. Sign up to be on the waitlist here: https://forms.gle/KExhR4juL1EZQKKq5
TIME Arrive any time after 2 PM on Friday.
LOCATION https://maps.app.goo.gl/8zjw1731CUcGjB2C9
GEAR For camping: Sleeping bag/sheets Pillowcases Towels Headlamp Toiletries Swim suit Insect repellent Bug net Camping chair Pen Board games Musical instrument For hiking: Backpack Water bottle/bladder, at least 2 liters Snacks Hiking boots Hiking socks Non-cotton clothing for both warm and cold weather Rain jacket/pants Sunscreen Sunburn relief Hat Lip balm MEALS All meals are homemade with fresh, seasonal ingredients and served family style or buffet. A vegan/vegetarian option will always be available to those who have requested vegetarian meals during registration. Life-threatening allergens (i.e. tree nuts and shellfish) are kept separate from the main food prep and communal serving areas, but Cold River Camp cannot guarantee there will not be some chance of cross-contamination and exposure; campers are advised of this risk. Cold River Camp will provide plant-based milk and gluten-free wraps or bread. Because of kitchen limitations, Cold River Camp is unable to accommodate special diets or preferences. We encourage guests to bring what they need to manage personal dietary choices when packing for camp. There is an on-site refrigerator where you may store any meals you brought with you.
Friday - No meals provided Saturday - Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Sunday - Breakfast and Lunch
LODGINGS We will be spending the night in rustic cabins that have comfortable single beds and a few pieces of other furniture. The cabins themselves do not have electricity, running water, bed sheets, or pillowcases. However, electricity and running water are available in nearby common area buildings on the campground.
CANCELLATIONS Cancellations require the spot to be filled in order to receive reimbursement. Before April 29, refunds will be issued if we can fill your spot. On or after April 29, 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.
TRIP MODIFICATIONS To address unforeseen challenges such as adverse weather, unacceptable trail conditions or excessive crowding, the planned trip destination, activity and/or meeting place and time may be modified. In that event, participants may elect to join in that activity or opt out
Note: Chao is not a leader on this trip, he is listed to enable carpool sheet automation.

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Activity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 6 - Strenuous
Trip Leader(s): Ian Baker, Nicholas Franchetti
Registration Type: Application
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Register By: 5/27/2026
Audience: 20’s & 30’s

Description: Join us for a day hike to North Twin (4760’) and South Twin (4902’). Our route will be an out and back hike, ascending North Twin via the North Twin Trail, continuing to South Twin, then retracing our steps back to the trailhead. Expect an approximately 10.5 mile out-and-back hike with approximately 3,650 ft of elevation gain at a moderate pace.
Weather-permitting, participants can expect gorgeous views from the open summit of South Twin, as well as water crossings, rocky terrain, and excellent vistas along the way! Prospective participants should have completed a hike of similar elevation gain and distance within the last 12 months and have maintained a vigorous cardio workout regimen during the winter months.
To address unforeseen challenges such as adverse weather, unacceptable trail conditions or excessive crowding, the planned trip destination, activity and/or meeting place and time may be modified. In that event, participants may elect to join in that activity or opt out. We will hold Sunday, May 31 as a backup date for this hike if weather conditions prohibit us from hiking on May 30.

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