Hiking and More with AMC’s Southeastern Mass Chapter

Activity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Paul Brookes
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX0000019Ayr
Audience: Everyone

Description: Friday is shaping up to be a beautiful day, sunny and low 60's, so what better time than to be outdoors. Let's hike all the trails in the Quarries Area of the Blue Hills. This hike is a little under 5-miles, and we will be hiking at a moderate pace. This will be a Trail Trace, so we will be doing in's and out's and round-abouts.... Hiking every inch of every trail.
This is a last-minute listing so you should self-screen as I will automatically confirm you after you register, and complete screening at the trailhead, however if you have any questions, please email me. We will be meeting at the parking lot off Ricciuti Drive ( link ) and circling up at 9:45 AM for a strict 10 AM start.

Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!

Activity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 5 - Vigorous
Trip Leader(s): Brian Gollub, Diane Simms, William Belben, Susan Cummings, Joseph D'Amore, Paul Brookes
Registration Type: Application
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX0000014ES1
Audience: Adults

Description: For fifty years, the Southeastern Mass Chapter of the Appalachian Mountain Club has forged a legacy of adventure, conservation and community across the vast forests, rocky peaks and sparkling coastlines of the New England region we call home. Join us as mark 50 years of amazing memories and the enduring power of our shared passion!
Please join us for week #10 of our Tuesday Blue Hills Spring Hiking Series. We are ending the series with a fun End to End hike of the Skyline Trail. Weather permitting, we will be rewarded with some great views along the way. This hike will be about 8 miles and 1,800’ of elevation gain as we traverse the route from Royall Street back to Shea Rink. The pace will be moderate at an average between 1.5 - 2 MPH. The route will be a mix of smooth trails, rugged uneven terrain, roots, rocks and even some rock scrambling. In order to do this hike, we will be car spotting. At the conclusion of the hike, we will have an optional celebration at Trillium where you can join us for a beverage and/or something to eat.
You won’t need a lot of gear, but we recommend sturdy footwear, a backpack, non-cotton clothing suitable for hiking, rain gear, at least 2 liters of water, lunch or snacks, bug spray, and sunblock. Trekking poles are optional but recommended. This hike is open to all who qualify, even if you haven’t participated on previous hikes in the series. You also do not have to be a member of AMC to participate, but online registration is required for each weekly hike.
A detailed information sheet will be sent to all registered participants several days before the hike.
Please note the earlier time of 8;30 AM for circle-up and 8:45 AM for the hike start!

Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!

Activity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Paul Brookes
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX0000018em5
Register By: 6/1/2026
Audience: Everyone

Description: Please join us as we kick off our Tuesday Blue Hills Summer Conditioning Series starting on June 2nd. The series will run every Tuesday through September 15th. Difficulty level is on the more challenging end of moderate.
The hikes will be approximately 4 hours long and cover between 6-8 miles and range between 1,200-1,800’ of elevation gain. The pace will average around 2mph but will be faster on flat to low grade surfaces and a bit slower when ascending/descending steep inclines. The routes will include uneven terrain, rock scrambles and ledges in the Blue Hills.
You won’t need a lot of gear, but we recommend sturdy footwear, a backpack, non-cotton clothing suitable for hiking, full rain gear, at least 2 liters of water, lunch or snacks, bug spray, and sun block. Trekking poles are optional but recommended.
Participant count will be capped at 10 to help us maintain the pace and starting locations will vary each week as we explore different parts of the reservation.
These hikes are open to all who qualify and you do not have to be a member of AMC to participate. You do not have to commit to attend every hike to participate, but on-line registration is required for each weekly hike.

Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!

Activity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Madelyn Atwood, Joseph D'Amore, Paul Brookes
Registration Type: Application
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX0000018sXJ
Audience: Adults

Description: Please join us for our Summer Conditioning Hike Series in the Blue Hills. This 16-week series will run every Tuesday morning from June 2nd through September 17th. This series is designed for intermediate and advanced hikers who are looking to maintain or enhance their conditioning level. Participants should be in good physical condition with recent hiking experience that includes elevation. You can expect the hikes to be about 4 hours and approximately 6-8 miles with an elevation gain ranging from 1,200-1,800 feet (elevation gain will progress throughout the series). The pace will average around 2mph but will be faster on flat to low grade surfaces and a bit slower when ascending/descending steep inclines. Difficulty level is on the more challenging end of moderate. The routes will include uneven terrain, rock scrambles and ledges in the Blue Hills. One difference between this series and the Spring Conditioning Series is that weather will be closely monitored by the leaders. When weather forecasts predict above 80F weather, we will reserve the right to change the hike to one off the skyline and into the wooded areas. In this case, the distance of the hike may be the conditioning aspect of the hike, rather than the elevation. Safety is our first priority, FUN is our second!
Participants should bring sturdy footwear, a backpack, layered clothing suitable for hiking in the spring, rain gear, at least 2 liters of water , a lunch or snacks and sun block. Trekking poles are optional but recommended. Ticks are out so cool, long sleeved tops and long pants are recommended. Circle-Up time is 9:45am and end time is around 2:00pm, but may be as late as 2:15. Online registration is required for each weekly hike, but you are not required to attend each session. The hike is open to everyone 18 or older and you do not need to be a member of AMC to participate.
The exact starting location along with a detailed information sheet with all of the specifics will be sent to registered hikers several days prior to the actual hike. 

Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!