2023 AMC Maine Chapter Annual Gathering at Camp Wavus

Updated October 19, 2023

Registration is now closed but people may attend the outside events, business meeting and speaker for no cost.

Join us for our annual weekend gathering filled with exciting activities and a delightful dinner! This year’s event will take place in person at Camp Wavus in Jefferson, Maine on October 28th and 29th. We’re thrilled to invite you to a memorable experience.

The Maine Chapter Annual Gathering includes hiking, biking, and instruction activities during the day with the Chapter annual meeting, dinner and a special guest speaker Saturday evening.

Options are staying at Wavus Saturday night with Saturday lunch, dinner and Sunday breakfast meals: $50 and Saturday dinner only (no lodging): $25.

Participating in the activities, attending the annual meeting and featured speaker are no cost.



Event Details:

Date: October 28 & 29, 2023
Location: Camp Wavus, 88 Wavus Point Rd, Jefferson, ME 04348
Activities: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm (Check-in and registration start at 8:00 am)
Dinner: Catered dinner with BYOB social hour
Guest Speaker: Amanda Beal – Commissioner Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry
Evening Guest Speaker: Carey Kish
Raffle Prize: A night’s stay at an AMC Lodge for two

Schedule:

Saturday, October 28:

  • 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: BYOB Social Hour
  • 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Catered Dinner
  • 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM  Featured Speaker Amanda Beal
  • 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Annual Business Meeting
  • 8:00 PM Raffel prize drawing
  • 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Presentation by Carey Kish

Sunday, October 29:

Additional Information

Parking

The parking lot is the first left on the Wavus entrance road (it is not by the barn near the entrance).  Temporary parking only in front of the lodge during check in.

Check In
Check in will be in the great room on the 2nd floor of the lodge.
Please make sure you check in when you arrive.
If you haven’t registered online you will need to sign the AMC waiver.
The raffle prize tickets will be given out at check in as well as a gift bag.

Information for those staying for the weekend.
Accommodations are bunks with a mattress. You will have to provide you pillow, bedding/sleeping bag, and towel. There are male, female, and mixed designated bunkrooms. Bathrooms are inside adjacent to the bunkrooms. Lunch and dinner Saturday and breakfast Sunday are provided. You will need to have your possessions out of the bunkroom by 12:00 PM Sunday.

Registration is now closed but people may attend the outside events, business meeting and speaker for no cost.


Location: Camp Wavus in Jefferson, Dining Room. Click here for a google map locations, once at Camp Wavus there will be signs to the location. 

Don’t miss out on this fantastic gathering of outdoor enthusiasts, volunteers, and nature lovers. We look forward to sharing wonderful moments with you at the Annual Gathering. Sign up for activities [here] look for Camp Wavus Annual Gathering in the subject line.

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Hike participants should be comfortable hiking 2-3 miles on uneven terrain at a moderate pace.

The hike line up:

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June 12th, Fore River Sanctuary - Portland

June 19th, East Windham Conservation Area - Windham

June 26th, Lowell Preserve - Windham

Each week's hike meetup location will be emailed to registered participants by Monday morning. Be sure to register for the particular date(s) you would like to attend. Carpooling from WCC is encouraged as many trailheads have limited parking.

The Westbrook Wednesday hike will be canceled if the Bridge StreEAT Food Park event is canceled due to inclement weather OR if there are less than two participants registered. The hike leader reserves the right to change the planned hike location if conditions require.

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Committee
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Hike participants should be comfortable hiking 2-3 miles on uneven terrain at a moderate pace.

The hike line up:

May 29th, Mountain Division Trail via Shaw Park - Gorham

June 5th, Mill Brook Preserve - (Northern Section) - Westbrook

June 12th, Fore River Sanctuary - Portland

June 19th, East Windham Conservation Area - Windham

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Each week's hike meetup location will be emailed to registered participants by Monday morning. Be sure to register for the particular date(s) you would like to attend. Carpooling from WCC is encouraged as many trailheads have limited parking.

The Westbrook Wednesday hike will be canceled if the Bridge StreEAT Food Park event is canceled due to inclement weather OR if there are less than two participants registered. The hike leader reserves the right to change the planned hike location if conditions require.

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Committee
Outings
Leader
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Registration is required for this activity.
Register

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Let's get outdoors during the week and take advantage of the great hiking trails, all within a 15 minute drive to Westbrook Community Center (WCC). Come join fellow outdoor enthusiasts for a local hike followed by food trucks and socializing at the Bridge StreEAT Food Park at WCC!

Hike participants should be comfortable hiking 2-3 miles on uneven terrain at a moderate pace.

The hike line up:

June 5th, Mill Brook Preserve - (Northern Section) - Westbrook

June 12th, Fore River Sanctuary - Portland

June 19th, East Windham Conservation Area - Windham

June 26th, Lowell Preserve - Windham

Each week's hike meetup location will be emailed to registered participants by Monday morning. Be sure to register for the particular date(s) you would like to attend. Carpooling from WCC is encouraged as many trailheads have limited parking.

The Westbrook Wednesday hike will be canceled if the Bridge StreEAT Food Park event is canceled due to inclement weather OR if there are less than two participants registered. The hike leader reserves the right to change the planned hike location if conditions require.

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Registration is required for this activity.
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Westbrook Wednesdays Hike Series

Let's get outdoors during the week and take advantage of the great hiking trails, all within a 15 minute drive to Westbrook Community Center (WCC). Come join fellow outdoor enthusiasts for a local hike followed by food trucks and socializing at the Bridge StreEAT Food Park at WCC!

Hike participants should be comfortable hiking 2-3 miles on uneven terrain at a moderate pace.

The hike line up:

June 12th, Fore River Sanctuary - Portland

June 19th, East Windham Conservation Area - Windham

June 26th, Lowell Preserve - Windham

Each week's hike meetup location will be emailed to registered participants by Monday morning. Be sure to register for the particular date(s) you would like to attend. Carpooling from WCC is encouraged as many trailheads have limited parking.

The Westbrook Wednesday hike will be canceled if the Bridge StreEAT Food Park event is canceled due to inclement weather OR if there are less than two participants registered. The hike leader reserves the right to change the planned hike location if conditions require.

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Committee
Outings
Leader
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Registration is required for this activity.
Register

Westbrook Wednesdays Hike Series

Let's get outdoors during the week and take advantage of the great hiking trails, all within a 15 minute drive to Westbrook Community Center (WCC). Come join fellow outdoor enthusiasts for a local hike followed by food trucks and socializing at the Bridge StreEAT Food Park at WCC!

Hike participants should be comfortable hiking 2-3 miles on uneven terrain at a moderate pace.

The hike line up:

June 19th, East Windham Conservation Area - Windham

June 26th, Lowell Preserve - Windham

Each week's hike meetup location will be emailed to registered participants by Monday morning. Be sure to register for the particular date(s) you would like to attend. Carpooling from WCC is encouraged as many trailheads have limited parking.

The Westbrook Wednesday hike will be canceled if the Bridge StreEAT Food Park event is canceled due to inclement weather OR if there are less than two participants registered. The hike leader reserves the right to change the planned hike location if conditions require.

Date
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Status
Open
Activities
Hiking Social Events
Location
Westbrook Community Center
Region
Maine, Southern and Mid-Coast
Committee
Outings
Leader
Caitlin Connors
Registration is required for this activity.
Register