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IMPORTANT: We have retired the separate AMC Worcester Third Wednesday Meetup group. At this point it does not make sense to maintain 2 distinct Meetup groups, so if you are not already a part of our main AMC Worcester Meetup group, please join here now. All future Third Wednesday events will be posted here.
The Appalachian Mountain Club is America's oldest conservation and recreation organization. The AMC promotes the protection, enjoyment and stewardship of the mountains, forests, waters and trails of the Appalachian region. The mission of AMC Worcester is to encourage people to enjoy and appreciate the natural world because we believe that successful conservation depends on this experience.
For more activities posted by our Worcester leaders visit our Chapter Website https://amcworcester.org/
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Inner Backpacker: Bearsden Conservation Area
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Backpacking | Backpacking
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Walter Lazarz, Sr., Dave Kulpa
Registration Type: Application
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX0000012mzF
Register By: 7/23/2026
Audience: EveryoneDescription: Bearsden conservation area in Athol MA has several scenic vistas and beautiful trails along the Miller's River and Newton Reservoir. Join us on a beginner's 1 night backpack. It is a self-supported backpack meaning you basically need to have all the required gear to spend the night. This backpack requires you to bring your own food (1 dinner, 1 breakfast and 2 lunches, snacks) and water. This is a moderate backpack over some rolling terrain and we will hike at a slow to moderate pace (1-2MPH). About 8 miles total for the trip. There is a privy, leanto, tenting spots, and water source at our camp. This introductory 2 day backpack is part of the Worcester Chapter's Inner Backpacker Workshop series. Registration preference goes to those who attended the Worcester Chapter's Backpacking Workshop on April 11th, 2026 as well as recent past participants of the workshop. Backpackers that have not participated in the Backpack Workshop are welcome to register but will be wait listed until 3 weeks prior to the trip when it will open up for approved participants as room allows. Gear List
Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
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Beyond the Pavement, A Beginner Bikepacking Adventure through Arcadia (RI)
Location not specified yetPlease use the link to register:
https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX000001Cuc92AC/act00022376Love to backpack? (…and you have camping gear.) Love to bike? (…and your bike tires are > 40mm.) Are you curious about bikepacking? If your answers are yes, it's time to go Beyond the Pavement. Join us for a beginner-friendly self-supported bikepacking overnight trip.
Day 1/Saturday: We will ride ~20 miles from Richmond to our camp site in Arcadia Management Area (RI). Our route, on paved rural roads and unpaved forest service roads, will take us by the pristine Wood River, Young Boulder (a troll sculpture by Thomas Dambo), and Browning Mill Pond. Elevation gain will be < 1200’. Arcadia is a well-used park so it is not unusual to share the road with cars, horses, bikers, and hikers.
Day 2/Sunday: We will take a different scenic route, on paved and unpaved surfaces, to return to Richmond. The distance and elevation gain will be similar to Day 1.
Bicycle: A gravel bike, mountain bike, or a durable commuter bike with wide tires is required for this trip. Road bikes will not work for this event. Wide tires provide stability and comfort when riding on gravel with a bike loaded with camping gear. It is recommended to check with your local bike store regarding tires.
Campsite: Our campsite is backwoods. There is no running water, no showers, no flush toilets. There is an outhouse.
Water: Our campsite does not have a potable water source. Water will come from the rivers and ponds we pass on our ride or the river near our camp (~0.5 mile walk). You are required to bring your own water purification/filtration system to filter cooking and drinking water. We do not go by any stores/gas stations for resupply.
Food: You are responsible for 2 lunches, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast, and high-calorie snacks. We do not go by any stores/gas stations for resupply.
Important Note: We will not pass any resupply points along the route. You must pack enough food for the entire weekend (1 dinner, 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, and high-calorie snacks) and you must bring a water filtration system.
Bikepacking Gear: This trip is fully self-supported and participants will carry their own sleeping gear, food, and water. Be sure to read the Bikepacking Gear List. It will help get you started on your packing. Your bike should be loaded with the gear you bring, not your back. Wearing a heavy backpack can lead to imbalance thereby increasing the risk of a fall.
Required items:
- Bike in good working condition
- Helmets to be worn
- Tire repair kit (inner tube, tire levers, patch kit, pump)
- Rear red blinky light
- Food for the weekend
- Stove
- Water purification system
- Tent
- Sleeping bag
- Bright, highly visible clothing is highly recommended for safety
Final notes:
- The trip is limited to 8 riders, including the leaders.
- We follow Leave no Trace Principles.
- We will travel in a group at a mellow pace, no one left behind or jumping ahead.
- Registration is a two part process. Once you submit your online registration, you will be asked to complete a pre-trip questionnaire to ensure the trip is a good fit. You will not be a confirmed participant until after you have completed the screening process. Trip details will be communicated to registered participants prior to the event.
Route: The Ride with GPS file will be shared with registered participants prior to the event. It is recommended you download the RWGPS route to your bike computer and/or phone so that you may use it offline (cell reception can be weak in spots).
1 attendee
Trail Work at Rutland State Park
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Trail Work | Trail Work
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Mike Peckar
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX000001Cxbd
Audience: EveryoneDescription: Our summer work day will focus on pruning trails within Rutland State Park of the new spring/summer growth to keep trails and sight lines open and tick encounters down. Expect to hike up to several miles to get to targeted areas.
Lunch will be provided.
What to bring: gloves, water, snacks, sun protection, insect protection. What to bring if you can, otherwise will be provided: hand pruners, loppers.
We will meet inside Rutland State Park, at the intersection of Whitehall Rd (park entrance road) and Prison Camp Rd, just past the bridge and Whitehall Pond dam.
This activity is being coordinated in partnership with the Ware River Watershed Trails Committee. Thanks!Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
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20's & 30's Full Moon Hike at Mt. Wachusett
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Peter Eggleston, Zenya Molnar
Registration Type: Application
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX000001EBKn
Audience: 20’s & 30’sDescription: Join us for an evening hike up Mt. Wachusett during the July full moon, called the Buck Moon! We will hike 3-4 miles with a total elevation gain of about 750 ft. Weather permitting, we plan to spend some time at the summit to enjoy the sunset or the moon and stars and perhaps some snacks.
The trails will include sections of moderate terrain and we will be moving at a moderate pace.
Proper equipment will be required for this hike, including: hiking and weather appropriate clothing, water, a day pack, and a headlamp. No dogs please.Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
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