[Appies] AMC September Newsletter and Events

[chair at amcworcester.org]

   Happy Fall Members!  I hope you had an adventurous summer and now  
are ready for the best time of year to /Get Out There/ to enjoy New  
England at its finest.  Our chapter has a lot of exciting events  
planned for you and hope to see you on the trails, bike paths, rivers  
and lakes.  We are also offering some special events such as  
geocaching, trails day at Mt. Wachusett, camping in Vermont, CPR/First  
Aid, Photography hikes, and the family fun weekend at Noble View.   
Hope to see you there!

   Summer goes by so fast and now kids are back in school but we made  
a difference in the lives of many youth.  Our chapter ran its first  
families adventure camp this summer where families met weekly for  
events in the Worcester county areas.  Kids ages 6+ did rock climbing,  
climbed Mt. Monadnock, camped at Tully Lake, canoed at Hopkinton State  
Park, Overnights at Lonesome Lake hut, hiked various state parks and  
biked along the local bike trails.  Summer ended with a bang of pool  
parties, fun and games.  Please join us again next year and thanks to  
all who participated.  Keep updated with our monthly events including  
the ?walk in the park? series, which focuses on family fun but all are  
welcome.  Our goal is to make sure /No child is left inside/.  We have  
a Chapter Youth Program, which provides free outdoor leadership to  
youth agencies.  Let us help you get children outside doing fun  
activities.  Families ? join us for the annual Mass Outdoor Expo for  
families in Sturbridge Sept. 30 www.fawnsociety.com[1].

   Thanks to all who attended our potlucks, cookouts, socials and  
volleyball this summer.  We offered many opportunities for members to  
get together socially as well as with our activities of hiking the Mid  
State Trail, bike rides and weekly free volleyball events.  Special  
thanks to EMS Marlboro for providing free kayaks Wed. night for our  
paddle party and BBQ.  It was a beautiful night for an end of summer  
bash.   And that it was!

   We are in need of a Webmaster this fall for a one-year commitment.   
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated member to volunteer a few hours  
a week maintaining our amcworcester.org web page and to serve on the  
Executive Committee.  This is a great experience for technology savvy  
members and a good resume booster to be the Webmaster for the AMC.   
Please consider joining our dynamic team and volunteering your skills  
to our chapter.  Contact barbaradyer at hotmail.com[2] for more info. 

   On a personal note, I enjoyed this month camping in the Berkshires,  
exploring the beautiful Adirondacks, hiking in the Whites and enjoyed  
visiting with all our Worcester Chapter families who were involved in  
the Family Adventure Camp.  I look forward to seeing those attending  
our Noble View weekend, which is near the beautiful Berkshires on Sept  
29th.   It?s Fair season now, apple-picking time, and I?m sure I?ll  
see you at the upcoming Eastern States Exposition (The Big E).  There  
is nowhere like New England in the fall so enjoy and happy hiking! 

   Happy Trails,

   Barbara Dyer/Chapter Chair 

   SEPTEMBER EVENTS:

   SAT., SEPTEMBER 1. MIDSTATE TRAIL SERIES #9. Status: Open.  
Saturday, September 1: Meet 9 a.m. on Rhode Island side of Wallum  
Lake. Take exit 2 off Route 395 onto Rte. 16. Head east on Rte. 16 for  
5.2 miles to main entrance to Wallum Lake on right (from the east,  
take Rte. 146 and head west on Rte. 16 past East Douglas, look for  
Wallum Lake entrance on left). This is Cedar Street which later  
becomes Wallum Lake road and eventually RI Route 100 Follow Cedar  
St/Wallum Lake Rd for 4.0 miles to 2nd stop sign and take right. Go  
another 2.1 miles to first driveable right after Zamora Hospital. Go  
.1 mile and take right onto Buck Hill Road. Go 1.2 miles and Buck Hill  
Tower is on left-park directly opposite of tower on right. Leave some  
cars and shuttle to Route 16 in Douglas, where Midstate crosses road.  
Walk south through Douglas State Forest past R.I. border-about 9 miles  
total. Leaders: & No registration required. Leader: Ken Baldyga,  
mandmauger at comcast.net, 508-757-5812; Leader: Alan Harris, 508-835-2512.

   SAT., SEPTEMBER 1. BOXFORD TO CRANE BEACH. Biking. Status: Open.  
Mostly flat 30 mile ride from Boxford to Crane beach, optional  
swim/lunch at beach. Leader: George Campbell, Gec124 at gmail.com, 508  
393-9811.

   TUE., SEPTEMBER 4. TUESDAY NIGHT BIKE RIDE. Biking. 6pm start.  
Status: Open. Meet at Hollagins Bar & Grill (Formally Country Villa)  
on Rt 20. Northboro/Marlboro line. No registration required. Leader:  
Fred Mezynski, fmezynski at yahoo.com, 508 853-6098.

   THU., SEPTEMBER 6. ED'S WILD WESTBORO RIDE. Biking. 6pm start.  
Status: Open. 16 mi. Leave at 6 P.M. from JP's Restaurant Pub, SW  
corner of Rt 9 and Rt 135 in Westborough. No registration required.  
Related Web link. Leader: Pete Lane, lanep at rcn.com, 508-480-8259.

   FRI., SEPTEMBER 7. MOVIE NITE. Status: Open. Blackstone Valley 14  
Cinemas on Friday September 7, 2007, at 6:15 pm meet at the piano in  
the main entrance. The Shoppes at Blackstone Valley located at the  
Intersection of Routes 146 and 122A Millbury, MA 01527 Call for  
directions from your location (508) 853-4000 Please RSVP your  
attendance by Wednesday September 3, 2007 No registration required.  
Leader: Tia Koziak, ma2622 at charter.net, 508-981-1152.

   SAT-SUN., SEPTEMBER 8-9., HIKER TRAIL WORKSHOP / AMC CLUB WIDE  
TRAILS DAY. Status: Open. 1 or 2 days...hikers choice. Ever wonder how  
that rock got in just the right spot to take your next step or who  
built that run off channel in just the right spot? Hikers and hike  
leaders have been invited to come join the Trails Committee and the  
Mass Dept of Conservation and Recreation to give your thanks, learn,  
appreciate and pay back those folks behind the scenes. Join us as we  
help with trail maintenance on Wachusett Mtn. You'll have lots of fun  
and never look at a trail the same way again. No experience necessary.  
Tools supplied Bring water, packable lunch/snacks, work gloves, and  
wear sturdy boots and clothing appropriate for conditions. Leader:  
Steve Ciras, worcamchiking at yahoo.com, 508 769 9351.

   SAT-SUN., SEPTEMBER 8-9., FLAGS ON THE 48. Status: Open.  
(Difficult) 10+mi possible. Join our Chapter in honoring those who  
died on Sept 11 by helping to raise the American flag over one of the  
White Moutain 4,000 footers. This trip is being held in conjunction  
with the Flags On 48 organization. Could be an overnight backpack or  
day hike depending upon location. Details will be provided when  
available. Related Web link. Leader: Steve Ciras,  
worcamchiking at yahoo.com, 508 769 9351.

   SAT., SEPTEMBER 8. TULLY RIVER. Status: Open. A scenic trip on the  
Tully River, crossing several beaver dams. An easy canoe trip with a  
short hike to Spirit Falls thrown in. Leader: David Miller,  
pagayeur at verizon.net, 508-853-8964.

   SAT., SEPTEMBER 8. MIDSTATE TRAIL SERIES #10. Status: Open. 10am at  
parking lot former Temple Mtn Ski Area on Rte 101 east of Peterboro,  
NH. Bring lunch and a couple dollars for Miller State Park fee! Hike  
south over Pack Monadnock and other peaks with sweeping views in all  
directions. 5.5m. No registration required. Leader: Mark Dubois,  
mandmauger at comcast.net, 508-853-9609; Leader: Duke Charbonneau,  
508-885-4387.

   SAT., SEPTEMBER 8. AMC TRAILS DAY AT WACHUSETT MOUNTAIN. Status:  
Open. Join Dwayne Ericson, Facility Supervisor at Wachusett Mountain  
State Reservation, and other volunteers in providing maintenance to  
the Mountain trails.Projects may consist of paint blazing, vegetation  
control, or basic upkeep and repairs to damaged drainage structures.  
Some experience preferred but all help is openly welcomed. Tools  
supplied. Bring water bottle, packable snacks or lunch, work gloves,  
and wear sturdy footwear and clothing appropriate for work. Related  
Web link. Leader: Don Hoffses, rockypond at charter.net, (508)869-0062.

   SAT-SUN., SEPTEMBER 8-9., AMC TRAILS DAY ON THE PINE HILL TRAIL.  
Status: Open. Join along in setting rock steps, building rock  
structures for drainage and waterbars and setting scree walls for  
trail definition. Join experienced leaders to learn the fundamentals  
of safely moving rock, trail stabilization and treadway protection.  
Learn the mechanical advantage of moving rocks with a griphoist and  
highline system. Tremendous opportunity to be involved in a local  
project whose results will be around for decades. Tools and training  
available, bring lunch, water, and work gloves. BBQ to follow for  
those who participate. Related Web link. Leader: Steve Crowe,  
sunshineturf at 110.net.

   SUN., SEPTEMBER 9. A WALK IN THE PARK AT WALDEN POND. Status: Open.  
Great family hike! We will walk the path around the pond with a side  
trip to the site of Thoreau's cabin. Level, easy pace. Rain cancels.  
Meet 1pm at the building on the beach. Related Web link. Leader: Nomi  
Munroe, nomiclaire at verizon.net, 508-480-0408.

   TUE., SEPTEMBER 11. TUE NIGHT BIKE RIDE. Biking. 6pm start. Status:  
Open. 5:45 P.M. Northboro. Guiseppe's Grill. 35 Soloman Pond Rd. I 290  
to exit 25A Hudson St. 1/4 mile on R. Join us for the season's last  
Tue night bike ride or just join us for dinner. Please RSVP for Dinner  
at 7. No registration required. Leader: Dave Laska,  
davelaska at verizon.net, 508 829-9155.

   FRI-SUN., SEPTEMBER 14-16., VERMONT PADDLING WEEKEND. Status: Open.  
Sept. 14 - 16 - Camp for two nights at Wilgus State Park in Ascutney  
Vt.(approx. 2 hrs. from Worcester). Enjoy a full day of paddling on  
the Connecticut River from Sumner Falls back to the campground (14  
miles). It's a beautiful state park with large camp sites along the  
Connecticut River. Centrally located bathhouse with toilets and hot  
showers. Canoe and kayak rentals available. Cost includes 2 breakfasts  
and a cookout/potluck dinner on Saturday night. Please contact  
Co-Leader Pat Rheaume for more detailed info. No registration  
required. Related Web link. Leader: David Miller,  
pagayeur at verizon.net, 508-853-8964; Co-leader: Pat Rheaume,  
patriciarheaume at yahoo.com, 978-779-6212; Co-leader: Stuart Howe.

   SAT., SEPTEMBER 15. DINNER FIRST MOVIE SECOND. Status: Open. Dinner  
before the show at O'Conner's Restaurant 1160 West Boylston Street  
Worcester, MA meet at 5:30 pm, at dinner we will decide on a movie.  
Please RSVP your attendance by Wednesday September 10, 2007.  Leader:  
Tia Koziak. ma2622 at charter.net, 508-981-1152

   SUN., SEPTEMBER 16. MIDSTATE TRAIL SERIES #11. Status: Open. Meet  
at NOON in first parking lot at Windblown X-C Ski Area on Rte 123, New  
Ipswich, N.H. Hike south over Temple Mtn. range-look for stone  
furniture- and back to Windblown, about 7m. No registration required.  
Leader: Marie Auger, mandmauger at comcast.net, 978-874-5629; Leader:  
Mark Dubois.

   SUN., SEPTEMBER 16. JUSTICE HILL. Biking. Status: Open.  
Intermediate (12-13 mph) ride thru scenic hills and vales of Sterling,  
Princeton, Holden. Approx. 20 mi. Leader: John Gau,  
gau_amc at charter.net, 508 853-6254.

   SUN., SEPTEMBER 16. NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY HIKE. Status: Open. Photo  
hike at Crow Hill in Leominster State Forest. Photograph the rock  
climbers from the trails below, or follow the MidState trail to the  
top of the cliffs for great views of the pond and local hills. Wear  
sturdy shoes, sunscreen and bugspray. Bring water, snacks, your  
camera, a windbreaker, and hiking sticks if you plan to climb trails  
around the cliffs. Cliffs range between 20-110 feet in height. Cracks,  
slabs, steep faces, bouldering, this place has it all! From Boston  
take Route 2 west. Take exit 28, then turn left onto Route 31 south in  
Leominster. Go about 2 miles and park on left at pond or further south  
on right. Leader: Kiirja Paananen, khatru24 at yahoo.com, 978-582-9248;  
Co-leader: Bill Zahavi, b.zahavi at gmail.com, 508-335-8343.

   SUN., SEPTEMBER 16. BEGINNER BIKE RIDE. Biking. Status: Open. Come  
out for a fun day on the East Bay Bike Path beginner ride 14.5 miles  
one way, totally flat along the ocean. Group decision on total length  
to be completed. Leader Mary MacDonald, Co-Lead Jean McInerney.  
Contact Jean for details jemcinerney at verizon.net Leader: Mary  
MacDonald; Co-leader: Jean McInerney, jemcinerney at verizon.net.

   MON., SEPTEMBER 17. CPR AND FIRST AID TRAINING. Status: Open. CPR  
and First Aid training is required for AMC Chapter Youth Program  
Leaders and a useful skill for personal, professional and recreational  
activities. A class is being offered on Monday, September 17th,  
6-10pm, by "Safety Trainers" at the National Safety Council in West  
Boylston. Certification is for 2 years. Cost is $55 for AMC members.  
Scholarships may be available. No registration required. Leader: Deb  
Phaup, dphaup at verizon.net, 978-988-0640; Register with: Deb Phaup,  
dphaup at verizon.net, 978-988-0640.

   WED., SEPTEMBER 19. 3RD WEDNESDAY SOCIAL. Status: Open. 3rd  
Wednesday Social & New Member Orientation. Status: Open. 7 pm.  
Northboro Historical Society, 50 Main St., Rt.20. Stephanie Keimig  
will present her Katahdin winter ascent. Bring dish to share. New  
members/visitors welcome. Registration required for orientation  
(6:30), not for potluck. Register with Jean McInerney at 508-753-2639  
or jemcinerney at verizon.net. No registration required. Leader: Fred  
Mezynski, fmezynski at yahoo.com, 508 853-6098; Co-leader: John Nieman,  
jhnatlc at verizon.net, 508-835-3352.

   THU., SEPTEMBER 20. NEW MEMBER DINNER. Status: Open. Leo Turo's  
Restaurante 6:30 pm , 11 Bracket Court Worcester, MA. Prices range  
from $9.95. Moderately priced menu. Call for directions from your  
location 508-753-9490. Limited to 20 people so reserve early. Please  
RSVP no later than September 17, 2007 No registration required.  
Leader: Tia Koziak, ma2622 at charter.net, 508-981-1152.

   SAT., SEPTEMBER 22. MIDSTATE TRAIL SERIES #12. Status: Open. 10  
a.m. at Midstate parking lot on Rte 119 by Mount Watatic in  
Ashburnham. From intersection with Rte 101, take Rte 119 west 1.6  
miles (opposite Pierce Rd). Wapack Trail south over Barrett Mtn. and  
back to Watatic, about 9m. Bring lunch! No registration required.  
Leader: Marie Auger, mandmauger at comcast.net, 978-874-5629; Leader: Pat  
Lambert.

   SAT., SEPTEMBER 22. #4 URBAN PARK CLEANUP SERIES. Status: Open.  
Adopt-A-City-Park Series Morning Fun/Work time in Worcester.  
Volunteers needed to help "clean up our own backyard." at Tacoma  
Street Park in cooperation with the Great Worcester Land Trust  
Project. Tools and protective gloves supplied. Dress for weather.  
Related Web link. Leader: Mary MacDonald, mmacdona at comcast.net.

   WED., SEPTEMBER 26. WR CHAPTER MEETING-LAST WED. OF THE MONTH.  
Status: Open. Join the Worcester Chapter Team of volunteers for a  
planning session for the chapter initiatives. New members especially  
welcome to get involved. Volunteers and leaders are always needed. If  
you would like to learn more about how you can volunteer for the  
largest regional conservation, education and recreation organization,  
please join us for dinner and our monthly meetings every last Wed. of  
the month in Boylston. Register with leader. Leader: Barbara Dyer,  
barbaradyer at hotmail.com, 508-735-3281.

   FRI-SUN., SEPTEMBER 28-30., BERK & WORC CHAPTER FAMILY FUN  
WEEKEND AT NOBLE VIEW. Status: Open. Singles and sociables welcome,  
too! Waterfalls, gentle trails, spectacular views, hiking, great  
company, organized activities, campfires, fun! $45pp adult, $25pp  
child includes Fri & Sat lodging in fabulous renovated cottage with  
bedrooms, kitchen facilities, wood stoves, living rooms and plenty of  
space, or in historic farmhouse; tenting $15/person. No potable water;  
outhouses. Food NOT included; Sat potluck recommended. New members  
especially welcome. Limited space on first come basis. Refunds offered  
only if space is filled.* Related Web link. Leader: Barbara Dyer,  
barbaradyer at hotmail.com, 508-735-3281; Co-leader: Rob Robertson,  
cerobertson at comcast.net, 413-549-4963; Register with: Barbara Dyer,  
barbaradyer at hotmail.com, 508-735-3281; 17 Breakneck Hill Rd.,  
Southboro, MA 01772.

   SAT., SEPTEMBER 29. 3RD ANNUAL WORCESTER TEAM GREENWAY CHALLENGE.  
Biking. Status: Open. We need YOU! 3RD Annual AMC Worcester Team  
Triathlon. You are invited to run, paddle, and cycle through one of  
the most beautiful and historic sections of New England - the  
Blackstone River Valley. Please join us as an AMC Worcester Team  
Member for the Blackstone Valley's Fall Classic Triathlon - the  
Greenway Challenge. We especially need RUNNERS who can complete 6  
miles and be able to continue to enjoy the day with the rest of the  
team. Our team is in the Recreational Division. Want a day with a lot  
of fun and a maybe a little competition? Related Web link. Leader:  
Mary MacDonald, mmacdona at comcast.net.

   SAT., SEPTEMBER 29. MIDSTATE TRAIL SERIES #13. Status: Open. 9am.  
at trail crossing at Rte 12 in Ashburnham. From Rte 12 in Fitchburg,  
head north toward Ashburnham for 4.9m, watch for corner of Jewell Hill  
Road on right w/ traffic island. Hike south over Fisher Hill and Mount  
Hunger, 6.7m, back to Route 12. No registration required. Leader: Toby  
Mushrush, mandmauger at comcast.net, 978-227-4776; Leader: Jeanne  
Gilleney-Decenzo, 508-852-6882.

   SUN., SEPTEMBER 30. WEST BROOKFIELD-QUABBIN FOLIAGE RIDE. Biking.  
Status: Open. Interm., 35 miles, some hills. This should be close to  
peak foliage season! Ride backroads of Brookfield, New Braintree, Ware  
and Hardwick, over the only covered bridge in Central MA.Bring a light  
picnic lunch, as we plan to stop at Quabbin reservoir. Leader: John  
Wojdak, bike_ski_trek at yahoo.com, 508 867-5854.

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