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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)
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Chester, Deep River and Essex RideNeeds location
Activity Type: Biking | Road
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Barbara Beckerman
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP:https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UUN000001Qwnl
Audience: EveryoneDescription: Social Ride 11 to 13 MPH Up to 22 miles. Join us for a lovely tour of the quaint CT. River towns of Chester, Deep River, and Essex, CT. We will ride a combination of less busy and well-used roads. In addition, combination flat and rolling hills ( especially on return). Eventually, we will cycle on the beautiful River Road following the CT. river into the village of Essex and stop for a snack or lunch at Olive Oyl's. Your bike should be in excellent working condition. Helmets, lights, inner tube/ tire repair kit are required. Bring water and snacks. Recommend wearing reflective garments and use of mirrors. We will meet at 9:15 for a 9:30 AM start at the Chester Municipal Parking lot on Maple Street off the center of Chester village. Co-leaders: Barbara Beckerman and Joe Snyder 203-641-4162 prefer text, ONLINE REGISTRATION REQUIRED, LIMITED GROUP SIZE
Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
- Jarvis Creek, and Branford Shoreline properties trails (moderate B2C)Branford Trail (Jarvis Creek Farm), Branford , CT
Activity 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/a5UUN000001LUNV
Audience: EveryoneDescription: Beat the heat with this hike along Branford’s shoreline exploring a number of their properties. We will hike 6+ miles at a moderate 2 mph pace on a loop that includes a roadwalk through the beautiful village of Stony Creek over to the Trolley Trail. Possible stop in the village at the market on the way back for a snack. Bring plenty of water, snack/lunch, sun and bug protection, personal first aid items. Meet at 8:15 AM for a prompt 8:30 AM start. Rain cancels, if in doubt, text the leader. Leader Mary Anne Hardy cell (203) 376-8791 email hardy.bujalski@gmail.com.
Directions: Google maps use address 732 Leetes Island Road, Branford (this is across the street from the parking area). The Jarvis Creek Farm parking area is on route 146 in Branford. From route 95 take exit 56 Leetes Island Road. Turn south onto Leetes Island Road (towards the shore). In 1.5 miles, turn left at the 4 way stop sign (onto route 146, also still Leetes Island Road). Continue for 1.4 miles and turn right into the parking area. The sign is very small, the entry is across the street from the mailboxes for 732 and 738 Leetes Island Road. If you miss the entrance road, then the next road on the right is the exit. You can't see the parking area from the road. I plan to tie some balloons at the entrance to help you find it.
Two maps cover our hike today. Jarvis Creek and Stony Creek Preserves https://scrcog.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Jarvis_Creek_Farm_Stony_Creek_Preserves.pdf and Trolley Trail, Goss, and Vedder https://scrcog.org/wp-content/uploads/trails/branford/RecTrails_BR9_6-2-16.pdfReminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
- Celebrate the AT at 100! CT Section Hike #6: West Cornwall Rd.to Falls Village (Needs location
Activity 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/a5UUN000001PA0P
Audience: AdultsDescription: Continuing a series of mostly moderate hikes covering all of the CT AT (sections averaging 5-8 miles each), this approx. 7-7 .5-mile hike (avg. pace 1.8-2 mph) starts on north side of W. Cornwall Rd. in Sharon. With lots of ups and downs, the trail begins with an ascent through the boulders of Roger's Ramp with Southeast views of Housatonic River Valley. It then ascends along the Southwest shoulder of Mt. Easter (1390') with Westerly views, proceeding on a ridge to Northwest views from Hang Glider View. For some of our time, we'll both hear and see below us in Lakeville historic Lime Rock Park, one of America's oldest continuously operated motor road racing circuits (opened in 1957). A long moderate descent follows to Rte. 7 and a pleasant walk along the Housatonic River to our cars. Rain and/or extreme heat cancels; RAIN DATE: August 3. No dogs, please. Bring snacks and plenty of water. REGISTRATION WILL BE LIMITED due to small parking areas at both trailheads (car spotting is required.). Leader will provide more details and exact parking directions to registered hikers the day before the hike morning.
Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
- Upcoming Chapter EventsNeeds location
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