New Year's Gear Swap
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Massachusetts Trails
Massachusetts Trails
Hiking in Massachusetts, located in the northeastern U.S., is known for its scenic coastline and Cape Cod National Seashore, an area dominated by massive dunes and bluffs along the Atlantic Ocean.
Eastern Massachusetts is home to low, rolling hills and small lakes, streams and rivers, while the Appalachian Mountains stretch across western Massachusetts. The 2,184-mile-long Appalachian Trail, which extends between Springer Mountain in Georgia and Mount Katahdin in Maine, also runs through this part of the state.
Hiking in Massachusetts, located in the northeastern U.S., is known for its scenic coastline and Cape Cod National Seashore, an area dominated by massive dunes and bluffs along the Atlantic Ocean. Eastern Massachusetts is home to low, rolling hills and small lakes, streams and rivers, while the Appalachian Mountains stretch across western Massachusetts. The 2,184-mile-long Appalachian Trail, which extends between Springer Mountain in Georgia and Mount Katahdin in Maine, also runs through this part of the state.
Celebration of Life for Dave Hardy
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Ugly Sweater Day at Mount Sunapee
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REI Garage Sale
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New Hampshire Firefighters Pitch in on Ventura County Blaze
Twenty state firefighters fly to California to aid on the Thomas Fire.
New Year's Celebration in the Whites
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Holiday Lights Boston
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Center for Wildlife's Holiday Bazaar
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Middlesex Fells StoryWalk: It's Winter
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12-Year-Old Bags all New Hampshire 4,000-Footers
Natalie Sisemore, now 13, hiked all 48 peaks with her dad.
Hike: Mt. Tom Traverse
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Meteorite Not to Blame for New Hampshire Wildfire, Say Experts
Humans started the blaze last fall in the White Mountains.
Share Your Thoughts on Camel's Hump Plan This Wednesday
Vermont officials scheduled another public input meeting to discuss recreation and conservation plans for the area.
REI New England Pinnacle & Pints
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Happy Hour: Maine Beer Company & AMC
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Hike: Mt. Garfield
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Bolton Lodge Grand Reopening
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How to Cut Your Own Christmas Tree
Take home a festive piece of the White Mountain National Forest this year.
Sierra Club Holiday Party
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AMC Winter Warmer
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Gear Sale: REI Garage Sale
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Photo Class: Mastering White Balance
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Gypsy Moths Force Closure of Connecticut Hiking Preserve
Trail Wood Sanctuary will shut its doors until March to remove a swath of hazardous, moth-killed trees.
Family Cabin Overnight
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Ski Movie: Warren Miller's Line of Descent
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Avian Delights Birding Hike
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Franconia Enlists Pro Builder for New Trail Network
Designer John Morton is on tap to develop a master trails plan for the White Mountain town.
Crews Rescue Lost Hikers in the White Mountains
The group of five hikers from Chelmsford got separated on the Franconia Ridge Trail.
Presentation: Pioneer for the Blind
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AMC Outings Leadership Training
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#OptOutside: Black Friday Events
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New England States Vary Widely in Wilderness Access for Disabled
Leading states offer more accessible trails, funding, and recreation programs aimed at people with disabilities.
Trail Connection Initiative Kicks Off for Metro Boston
The MetroWest Land Line Project aims to close seven trail gaps throughout the region.
Climbing: New England Pinnacle & Pints
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AMC Boston Hiking Committee Meeting
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Local Leadership in Climate Change Presentation
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Watch Out in the Whites, Says Forest Service
A recent storm felled trees, blocked roads, and flooded streams in the White Mountain National Forest.
New Hampshire Company Unveils Heat-Molded Hiking Boots
Tecnica's new Forge hiking boots will be custom-shaped to your foot like a ski boot.
Boom in ATV Tourism Irks North Country Locals
Gorham, New Hampshire's efforts to attract ATV riders doesn't sit well with all its residents.
Talk: Future of Science
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Birding: Oasis for Wildlife
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Volunteer Opp: Put the Trail to Bed Work Party
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Class: Wilderness First Aid & Recertification
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Class: International & Adventure Travel Basics
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Ski Movie: Warren Miller's Line of Descent
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Japanese Forest Bathing Comes to Maine
The Japanese therapy, also known as shinrin-yoku, now has certified guies in New England.
Whitewater Paddling: Piscat River Drawdown and BBQ
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Stewardship Saturday, Webb Memorial State Park
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AMC Boston Chapter Winter Hiking Program 2017-2018
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Trails Less Taken: Challenges & Rewards of Long Distance Hiking
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The Future of Nature Film Series Presents: An American Ascent
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Not In Boston, But: Hiker Rescues Rooster on the AT!
Heather Bolint, 1,124 miles into her hike, came across a fancy rooster near the Mason-Dixon Line. She carried him 42 miles to safety.
Worcester AMC 100th Anniversary
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Old Man of the Mountain Lecture
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REI Garage Sale: Boston
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Work Hike in Duxbury
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Vermont Officials Seek to Boost State's Outdoor Economy
The Vermont Outdoor Recreation Economic Collaborative seeks to increase $2.5B annual economy
Piper, Belknap, and Gunstock Hike
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Book of Leaves
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Work Hike in Stowe
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Brush Fire Sparked Near Lost River Gorge
Officials say the blaze started on a cliff in Kinsman Ridge on Tuesday morning and spread overnight.
White Mountains NF Gets New Supervisor
Clare Mendelsohn, deputy forest supervisor since July 2015, is the new head of the Whites.
AMC Boston Chapter Fall Leadership Program
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Winter Skills & Local Trails
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Run Into Winter 5K Trail Run
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Columbus Day Weekend Hiking in White Mountains
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State Announces $1.8 Million To Improve Trails
Almost 50 projects will get funding from the state to improve signage, drainage, equipment, and more.
Backpacking Basics II: What's Inside Your Pack
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Climber Yoga
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Happy Birthday MCRT!
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Maine Woods, Cape Cod May Get Less Protection Under Trump
US Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke recommends big changes to ten national monuments, including one in MA and one in ME.
Schist and Ice: Geology of Noble View
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Map and Compass Instructional Weekend
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"Redlining" the White Mountains Becomes More Popular
More and more people are hiking all 1,420 miles of AMC's "Guide to the Paths and Camps in the White Mountains."
New Plummer Ridge Trails Open in Milton
Three trailheads and 6.5 miles of meandering paths join together a trio of Milton properties.
Deal Reached in "Take a Hike" Controversy
Long Trail Brewing Co. and Burton finally come to a resolution in "Take a Hike" slogan fight.
Photo Class: Capturing Fall Foliage
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Intro to Fly Casting
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Best Local Fall Hikes
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Glamping on the Rise in Maine
Maine is tapping into the glamping trend with new tent resorts and exclusive campsites.