About us
Thanks for being a part of our Meetup group, and AMC Boston 20s and 30s. For those of you who are new, this email is to give some basic information about how you can get more involved with us and get on even more trips (our other websites have more trip postings than you’ll find here on Meetup!)
AMC Boston 20's and 30's is a group of the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC), dedicated to encouraging people in their 20s and 30s to get involved in the AMC and enjoy the outdoors.
With many volunteer leaders and co-leaders, we offer a variety of activities and events (both online and in-person). You may find us leading day hikes, backpacking, social events, local walks, trail maintenance, conservation work, kayaking, mountain biking, bicycling, skiing, camping, ice skating, and other activities. We sponsor trips throughout the year, most of which involve exploring different regions of New England. Check out some photos of our activities here!
If you want to be kept up to date with even more of our events, be sure to check the official postings at activities.outdoors.org. We do cross post some events to meetup but you have to register via the link in the description (signing up on Meetup does not approve you for the trip).
There are other ways to stay engaged with us.
[Outdoors Postings](https://activities.outdoors.org/s/activity-directory?chapters=0015000001Sg061AAB&audiences=20’s & 30’s): activities.outdoors.org is the official site for all AMC trip postings (everything gets posted here first). This link filters the 20s and 30s committee trips.
AMC 20s-30s Activity Notifications Google Group: Our mailing list where you get notified of events happening soon that still have open spaces. This is one of our primary contact channels. And feel free to check out past events and the photos there.
Our Instagram: Feel free to follow us.
Our Facebook group: join our private Facebook Group.
Our Website: Find out more general info about who we are and what we do, including how to become a leader.
Upcoming events
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20s & 30s Trail Work Weekend at Cold River Camp
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Volunteer Opportunities | Conservation
Difficulty: 2 - Relaxed
Trip Leader(s): Catherine Bentsen, Kate O'Brien
Registration Type: Application
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX0000017q9N
Audience: 20’s & 30’sDescription: Join the Chatham Trails Association (CTA) for their Spring Trail Work Weekend in the Evans Notch region of the White Mountains from June 5-7, 2026! Our AMC Boston 20s & 30s group of about 20 people will share the camp with other CTA volunteers as well as hikers from the AMC NH 20s & 30s.
REGISTRATION When you sign up for the trip, please note if you have done trailwork before and what type. This is not a requirement for attendance, but helps us plan. Closer to the trip, a leader will send a supplementary form to solicit information about carpooling, lodging preferences, dietary restrictions, and other logistical information.
TRAILWORK Trailwork will consist mainly of Level 1 maintenance: clearing water bars and drainages, clearing blowdowns, and brushing the trail corridor as needed. CTA will provide tools, personal protective equipment, and instruction - no prior trail work experience is necessary. Some hiking will be needed to get to the trailwork sites. Depending on which section of trail you work on, the hike distances may be 1-2 miles each way on easy terrain ranging to 4-5 miles each way on vigorous terrain. We will work a full day on Saturday and a part day on Sunday.
LODGING Lodging for the weekend will be in rustic cabins at AMC Cold River Camp in Chatham NH. Cabins will be shared with 2-4 people. Weather can be chilly in early June - cabins are unheated but each has a fireplace or woodstove. Bring your own sleeping bag or bed linens and blankets. The cabins are a 5-10 minute walk on dirt paths from the parking area. The Camp has centralized hot showers and toilet facilities. More information about AMC Cold River Camp can be found on their website ( https://www.coldrivercamp.org/ ).
MEALS Meals are provided for the weekend, including on Friday (dinner), Saturday (breakfast, trail lunch, dinner), and Sunday (breakfast, trail lunch). If you have dietary restrictions, please note that on your registration form.
CARPOOLING In addition to noting your carpool availability on your registration, a Google Sheet will be shared for participants to offer and request rides for the weekend. Carpooling is good for the environment and is a great way to meet other volunteers! It is up to each person to find their own ride to Cold River Camp.
GEAR For trailwork: Sturdy hiking boots Hiking socks Durable pants and shirts you can get dirty Extra layers Work gloves Day pack Water bottles (at least 2 liters) Snacks Rain jacket and rain pants Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
For overnight: Headlamp Sleeping bag or bed linens and blankets Towel Personal toiletries Camp shoes (sandels or sneakers) Games, books, cards, musical instruments
COST In return for your volunteer trail work, the trip is FREE - all costs are paid for by CTA. More information about the Chatham Trails Association is available on their website ( https://www.chathamtrails.org/ ).Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
1 attendee20s & 30s Steering Committee - June
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Social | Meetings
Difficulty: 1 - Accessible
Trip Leader(s): James Dempsey, Catherine Bentsen, Aaron Valentine
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UUN0000028JCP
Audience: 20’s & 30’sDescription: Interested in learning more and getting involved with the inner workings of the AMC Boston 20s & 30s committee? Join our next steering committee meeting on Monday, June 8 from 7:00-9:00pm! Our June meeting will be held in person. Food will be served at 6:30pm before the start of the meeting. Meeting agenda and location will be sent to those registered for the meeting.
The 20s & 30s steering committee meets once a month to plan ongoing programs and larger events, discuss ways to encourage new membership and leadership in the Boston community, and update club policies in accordance with larger AMC guidelines. All meetings are open to the public, whether you would like to apply for a position or attend as a guest to learn more about our plans for the future.Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
1 attendee20’s, 30's & 40’s: Complete Blue Hills Skyline Trail
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Jim Lee, Richard Rosenblum
Registration Type: Application
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX0000019DOr
Audience: 20’s & 30’sDescription: Join us for a scenic hike along the Skyline Trail to Blue Hills Skyline Trail: Route 138 to Willard Street. This point to point trail will complete the Skyline Trail and a carpool will be arranged to bring participants back to the starting point. This vigorous-level hike is approximately 7 miles with ~1600 feet of elevation gain, and typically takes about 4-4.5 hours to complete.
Hike Start Time: We will begin promptly at 11:00 AM. Please arrive a few minutes early to check in and introductions.
What to Bring Backpack 1–2 liters of water and snacks Hiking shoes or trail runners Bug spray Sweat towel and sunscreen Lunch on the trail Trail snacks Blue Hills Skyline Trail: Route 138 to Willard Street https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/massachusetts/blue-hills-skyline-trail-route-138-to-willard-street
Carpooling: Once approved, you’ll receive an email with a link to connect with other participants for carpooling. We encourage ride-sharing to reduce our environmental impact and help build community.
Weather Check the forecast before heading out: Blue Hills Weather – AccuWeather Come prepared if rain is in the forecast
We look forward to building community outdoors with you. See you on the trail.Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
1 attendee20s and 30s Volunteering at Drumlin Farm
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Volunteer Opportunities | Conservation
Difficulty: 2 - Relaxed
Trip Leader(s): Jackie Ryan, Aaron Valentine
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX0000019Xyf
Audience: 20’s & 30’sDescription: Join AMC Boston 20s and 30s for a volunteer day at Drumlin Farm!
Mass Audubon's Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary is 291 acres and serves as a working farm, wildlife sanctuary, and educational center. More information can be found here: https://www.massaudubon.org/places-to-explore/wildlife-sanctuaries/drumlin-farm
Volunteers will spend the morning assisting Drumlin staff with farm chores such as weeding, planting, and more! No prior gardening or farming experience is needed but be prepared for kneeling, lifting, and spending plenty of time outdoors.
Please register ahead of the event if interested and leaders will reach out to approved participants with additional information and logistics, such as meeting location/time and carpooling options.
Gear: Sturdy, closed-toe shoes Gardening or work gloves (recommended but Drumlin will have extra!) Clothing you don't mind getting dirty Sunscreen Hat & Sunglasses (recommended) Water (2 liters) & SnacksReminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
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Past events
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