What we’re about
We are a group of friends with similar interests - the primary one being hiking. It doesn't matter if it's a one-day trip or a multi-day backpack; we like climbing up and down mountains throughout the Northeast (and beyond). Having other people come along with us makes things even more fun. Other activities on our calendar include biking (rail trail, road, & off-road), kayaking (rivers, lakes, & ocean), skiing (downhill & cross country), and various adventure races.
Our approach is simple - the strength of a cohesive group is greater than the sum of its individual parts. We start as a group, stay as a group, and finish as a group. Our pace will be that of the slowest hiker. We travel in small groups (10-15 people) to lessen our impact on the environment and the others who are also out there enjoying the peace and solitude of the outdoors. The ultimate goal is to get outside, have a safe and enjoyable time, and then do it again.
Most of our hikes involve climbing to the highest summits in the Northeast. That means people may have to get up early, drive a long distance, and then spend most of the day hiking. There aren’t many late starts, short days, or easy/moderate level hikes on our calendar. Instead of trying to do something that another group has already perfected, we have partnered with the Blue Hills Hiking Club out of Boston, MA. If you live in the Boston area and want to get outdoors they offer almost daily hikes of varying distances and speeds. \
If this sounds like fun then be sure to join our group and sign-up for an event. \
Upcoming events (1)
See all- AMC Spring Hiking ProgramNeeds location
(NOTE: This is an external event notice--you cannot sign up for it through Meetup). In the past, Random Group of Hikers (RGoH) has posted complimentary notifications for Appalachian Mountain Club's seasonal hiking programs. While these are not RGoH events, the AMC series are a great venue to learn basic hiking skills and practices, especially important for new hikers interested in increasing their confidence and building their outdoor skill set. AMC's 2024 Spring Hiking Program is a four day classroom training held in Medford, MA from 7-9 pm on Wednesday March 27th, April 3rd, April 10th, and April 17th, with follow-up practice hikes through June. Please pass along to those who you think may benefit. Details:
"The Boston Chapter of the Appalachian Mountain Club announces our 2024 Spring Hiking Program. This program is for people new to hiking in New England. We provide classroom instruction, instructional day-hikes in MA and NH, and two optional weekends trips. Join us to meet other new hikers and learn from experienced AMC leaders. Car-pooling is encouraged for those who need transportation. For more information visit https://activities.outdoors.org/search/index.cfm/action/details/id/148526&act=11
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