January 2003:

Sat, Jan 4 Hike
Mt. Nancy (NE 100 highest) Joint ME/NH chapter hike. Approx. 10 m. rd. trip inc. 1 m. bushwhack. Exp winter hikers only. Full winter gear required. ME L Claudette Deschenes ([email protected]) NH L Kevin Noyes.

Sun, Jan 5 Hike
Wolfs Neck State Park. L's Sheila Pepper and Tom Pettingill

Mon., Jan. 6, Tele Ski Instruction
5-7 PM Shawnee Peak. L Jim Tierney.

Sat, Jan 11 Hike
Mt. Garfield (4500'). 12 m RT inc. 2 m road walk. Exp winter hikers only. Full winter gear required. Leader Claudette Deschenes ([email protected])

Sat., Jan. 11 Hike
Peak above the Nubble (NE100 Highest bushwack) Join us hunting for the canister on New England's 87th highest peak. View part of North Twin. CL's Dave Langley, Carl Rosenthal.

Sat - Jan 11 Hike
Grab a couple 4000 footers, Mt. Jackson and possibly Mt. Pierce, depending on trail conditions. Full winter gear required. Moderate pace, max mileage - 8.5. L. Gail Lawley

Sat. Jan 11 Backcountry ski.
Leaders using climbing skins. L's Roy & Lorraine Hussey

Sat., January 11 Winter skills hike
Hedgehog Mountain (2530 ft.) and Mt. Chocorua (3,500 ft.). Two hikes for different skill levels up two different mountains. Intended as follow-ups to the December 8 Winter Workshop but everyone is welcome. Hedgehog is an easy to moderate snowshoe appropriate for beginner snowshoers, with an elevation gain of 1,282 and 4.8 miles. Mt. Chocorua, via Champney Falls Trail, will offer opportunities for snowshoes, crampons and above treeline exposure with an elevation gain of 2,240 feet and 7.6 miles. Leaders: Bryan Courtois, Joleen, Wayne Newton

Tue., Jan. 14 Hike
Pleasant Mountain. Climb this relatively easy mountain at a moderate pace with magnificent views in all directions. Route determined by conditions. L Carl Rosenthal.

Sat - Mon, Jan 18 to 20. Annual Winter Hut Trip to Zealand Falls
Enjoy a 6.5 mile X-C ski, snowshoe or hike (depending on conditions) into the beauty of Zealand Notch. We can explore the areas around the Hut on Sat afternoon and Sunday. Spend two nights in Zealand Hut on caretaker service. Meals will be prepared by the group under instruction of long time Chef Ginny. You should bring your own lunches and snacks. If you desire, it has become the custom to "dress" for dinner. Ask about this when you register. Winter gear & experience with a full pack is a must. Space is limited, $70 incl. bunk, 2 dinners & 2 breakfasts. Co-leaders Gail Lawley and Wayne Newton. To reserve call Gail at 207-797-4627, before 9:00 p.m.

Sun, Jan 19 Hike
Leaders choice. L's Sheila Pepper and Tom Pettingill

Fri-Sun, January 24 - 26 XC Ski Trip (or hike if no snow)
Acadia weekend in B&B. Participants should be able to XC ski 15 + miles of hilly terrain per day. Register by mailing total payment of $50 to Don Parker, PO Box 239, Steep Falls, ME, 04085 for two nights and two breakfasts. Leaders Don Parker, ([email protected])

Fri-Sun, Jan 24-26. Claybrook Mountain Lodge
Winter ecology weekend. A weekend of day trips on x-country skis or snowshoes from our lodge. We will be doing general wildlife observations with emphasis on deer and moose in winter habitat. We'll also search for antler drops and there will be a general discussion of habitat, predators, tracking and signs, and human intrusion. Leader- Greg Drummond ([email protected])

Sat. Jan. 25-Sun. Jan 26. Family Winter Overnight
Brownfield, Maine. Designed to introduce families to the great outdoors in winter. An opportunity for children and their caretakers to share a winter experience unavailable to most. A heated cabin and cleared parking area near the tent sites allows for safe exit, should the need arise, from an otherwise wilderness setting. Review of gear, terrain and winter basics will precede setting up campsites, followed by 2-3 hour treks at a pace suited to the slowest member of the group. Most children should be eight years or older although exceptions are possible. Camp chores will be shared. Meals will be congregate except for Saturday lunch which each person should provide. Stoves, lantern, pots pans etc. will be provided. Each person/family will need specific gear and clothing, a list of which will be forwarded to participants in advance of the week end. A $10/person non-refundable registration fee will cover costs of food and cooking fuel. Group size will be limited. L/Registrar Jim Tierney. CL Dave Lanman.

Sat, Jan 25 Workshop
Ice ax and crampon work shop. Intended for all levels of ability. Come and learn new skills, just practice skills you already have or just come and play on the ice. You must have appropriate winter gear including an "alpine" ice ax and crampons. L's Claudette Deschenes ([email protected]) and Bryan Courtois ([email protected])

Sat. Jan. 25
Inter-Chapter hike/ski to the three Bond summits. Plan for a full day and a very early start. We'll go in and back out on the Wilderness and Bondcliff trails for a 22+ mile day. Experience with extended winter hikes and above-treeline travel is required. [Bad weather backup plan will be Mt. Moosilauke via the Beaver Brook trail] Co-leaders: Doug Hunt (NH: [email protected]) and Dave Langley (ME: [email protected]).

Mon. Jan 27. Back country ski workshop
Some simple basics will give you a new appreciation for the winter woods. A morning clinic followed by an outdoor lunch and the opportunity to try out your newly learned skills in a safe setting. L Jim Tierney. Fee $2.

Mon. Jan 27. Tele Ski Instruction
5-7 PM Shawnee Peak. L Jim Tierney.

Thur., Jan. 30 Hike
Speckled Mountain. 8.6 mi. moderately paced hike on the Bickford Brook Trail plus a little road walking to this wonderful summit. L Carl Rosenthal.

February 2003:

Sat. Feb 1 Backcountry ski.
Leaders using climbing skins. L's Roy & Lorraine Hussey.

Sat. Feb. 1 Hike
Mt. Cardigan. NH 3121 ft. fire tower peak with great open views. Holt and Manning trails loop (if conditions allow). Full winter gear required. Dennis Crispo, ([email protected])

Sat. Feb 8. Ski/skin
Rumford White Cap. Fully open summit allows spectacular views in every direction. Winter experience necessary. Approximately 4 hours. L Nick Branch. CL/Registrar Jim Tierney.

Sun, Feb 2 Hike
Leaders choice. L's Sheila Pepper and Tom Pettingill

Tue., Feb. 11 Hike
Kearsage North 6.2 mi. moderately paced hike to summit with spectacular views. L Carl Rosenthal.

Fri-Sun, Feb 14-17. XC-Ski Weekend
Annual Claybrok Mountain Lodge President's weekend x-country ski trip. 8 to 12 miles daily on groomed woods trails and snowmobile trails in the Bigelow\Flagstaff area. Leader Greg Drummond, ([email protected]) CL Don Parker

Sat - Feb 15th - Join me for a moderate snowshoe to Shingle Pond via the Weeks Brook Trail. Round trip mileage 6.2 with 1150 ft elevation gain. L. Gail Lawley

Sun, Feb 16 Hike
Leaders choice. L's Sheila Pepper and Tom Pettingill

Sun, Feb. 16th Hike
Blue, Gore, and West. NH100 highest bushwhack peaks in Stratford, NH. About 7 mi. loop with car spotting. Success depends on snow conditions and group strength. L Dennis Crispo, ([email protected])

Thr., Feb. 27 Hike
Chocorua 7.6 moderately paced mi. on the Champney Falls Trail to this magnificent summit. L Carl Rosenthal.

March 2003:

Sat., March 1 Hike
Pilot Range. NH100 highest bushwhack peaks (3), near Lancaster, NH. Could be a long day. L Dennis Crispo, ([email protected])

Sat - March 1 Hike
Hike Hancock Loop - 9.8 miles at a moderate pace. Bag two 4000 footers. Exp. winter hikers only. Full winter gear required. Leader Gail Lawley, co-leader Maureen McCool.

Sun, Mar 2 Hike
Leaders choice. L's Sheila Pepper and Tom Pettingill

Fri. - Sun. March 7 - March 9.
Another weekend of frolicking in the snow. We'll be near-by Saddleback Mountain for downhill skiing, and the Rangeley Municipal groomed cross country trails. And there's lots of room to make our own cross country and snowshoe trails. We have accommodations for 15 in cabins with central heating, hot water, several bedrooms, and fully equipped kitchens. Lodging for 2 nights is $45. Bring your own sleeping bag, towel, and beverages. We'll divide into teams to do meals. L Carolyn Welch . CL David Lanman.

Sat., Mar. 8 Hike
Old Speck. Enjoy a 7.6 mi. moderately paced hike to this wonderful Maine 4,000 footer. L Carl Rosenthal.

Tue., Mar. 11 Hike
Caribou via Bog Rd. Trailhead. A 6.2 mile hike at a moderate pace to this open summit with excellent views. L Carl Rosenthal.

Sat-Sun, Mar 15-16 Backpack
Baldpate. East and possibly West peak. L Wayne Newton.

Sat - Sun , Mar 15&16 - Annual Winter Hut Trip to Carter Notch
Snowshoe or hike (depending on conditions) into the Hut in Carter Notch. Spend Sat afternoon exploring the Ramparts or bagging another winter 4000 footer. Group meals will be prepared under instruction of long time Chef Ginny. Bring your own lunches and snacks. Winter gear & experience with a full pack is a must. Bring a warm sleeping bag (zero degree recommended) and plenty of warm clothes. Bunk rooms have absolutely no heat. Space is limited, $35 incl. bunk, dinner & breakfast. Co- leaders Gail Lawley and Don Parker. To reserve call Gail.

Sun, Mar 16 Hike
Leaders choice. L's Sheila Pepper and Tom Pettingill

Sun, Mar 30 Hike
Leaders choice. L's Sheila Pepper and Tom Pettingill

Sun, Mar 31 Maine Rock Gym Night
Come and play on the walls of The Maine Rock Gym, 127 Marginal Way, Portland. A club night has been arranged and we get to climb at a group rate. We will have exclusive use of the place for about two and a half hours. This includes instruction for beginners, harness, and shoe rental. Call Bryan Courtois ([email protected]) to register. Space is limited so call right away.

April 2003:

Sat - Apr 5 Hike
East and West Baldpate via the AT. 7.6 miles at a moderate pace. Leader Gail Lawley & co-leader Maureen McCool.

Sun, Apr 13 Hike
Leaders choice. L's Sheila Pepper and Tom Pettingill

Wed. April 16 Hike
Pleasant Mt. Get in shape for summer hiking with a moderate paced 4 - 6 mile hike (route depends on condition) L JoAnne Diller

Wed, Apr 16 Meeting
Outings meeting at McDonalds in Freeport. Meeting starts at 7:00 PM. Call Bryan Courtois for more details.

Sat Apr 19 Waterfall
Waterfalls and shutterbugs. Short hikes to waterfalls, and some that don't need hikes at all. Plenty of time for tacking pictures and smelling roses along the way. Emphasis on the trip, not on the goal! Jackson to Pinkham: Jackson Falls, Winneweta Falls, Glenn Ellis Falls, Crystal Cascade, and Thompson Falls as time and conditions permit. Rain date Apr 20. L Al Friend [email protected]

Sat, April 26 Hike
Mt. Adams, N E's 2nd highest summit, approx. 9 m, mod terrain, mod pace. ME/NH Chapter hike. CL Kevin Noyes, Claudette Deschenes ([email protected])

Saturday, April 26 Center Pond Preserve, Phippsburg. A leisurely 5 mile walk through the spring flowers of a land trust preserve along a pond shore, past an active beaver colony, through groves of white pine, past high granite bluffs and ancient farmhouse foundations. Leader Peg Nation ([email protected]) and co-leader Bob Cummings.  Call before 9 p.m.

Sat., April 26 Trail Maintenance Work Trip - Leaders Choice. Basic trail maintenance on an existing trail on one of several mountains depending on accessibility. Leaders: Peter Roderick [email protected] or Keith Chapman.

Sun, Apr 27 Hike
Leaders choice. L's Sheila Pepper and Tom Pettingill

May 2003:

Sat May 3 Waterfall
Waterfalls and shutterbugs. Short hikes to waterfalls, and some that don't need hikes at all. Plenty of time for tacking pictures and smelling roses along the way. Emphasis on the trip, not on the goal! Andover area: Dunn's Falls, The Cataracts, Ellis Falls as time and conditions permit. Rain date May 4. L Al Friend [email protected]

Fri-Sun, May 9, 10 & 11 Bike
Acadia biking weekend in B&B. Participants should have a mountain or hybrid bike and be able to bike 25 + miles of hilly terrain per day. Register by mailing total payment of $50 to Don Parker, PO Box 239, Steep Falls, ME, 04085 for two nights and two breakfasts. L Don Parker, ([email protected])

Sunday May 11 Trail Maintenance Work Trip - Leaders Choice. Basic trail maintenance on an existing trail on one of several mountains depending on accessibility . Leaders: Peter Roderick [email protected] or Keith Chapman.  5/21 Update: Our trail maintenance co-chair, Keith Chapman, reports that the Rumford Whitecap trail laid out a few years ago by Bud Stratton et al, needs some attention. Last year they did some flagging and cairns on the route. The time Keith would like to some refinement of the route, possibly more cairns, maybe clipping, some bushwhacking - in general, some light maintenance. This will be a fun a day in the woods! Bring lunch and bug spray, for sure, and some work gloves, possibly some clippers or loppers if you have 'em. Contact Keith for meeting time and other details: [email protected]

Mon, May 12 Maine Rock Gym
Climbing at The Maine Rock Gym. Cost is $12.00 per person, includes gear rental and instructions. Starts at 7:00 PM and ends at 9:30 PM. Young climbers (over 6) are welcome. Pre-registration required. L Bryan Courtois ([email protected]) CL Deb Sellers.

Tues. May 13: Let's start off the season with a flat ride in the Old Orchard area. We'll start at Pine Point, bike to Old Orchard, Ocean Park and more if time permits. Riding 10 - 15 miles at a comfortable pace set by the group. Contact leaders for further details and to sign up. Leaders: Deb Andrews, [email protected], and Al Friend, [email protected]. 

Thu., May 15 Mt. Meader and Basin Rim.
~7 mi. mod. paced hike up Mt. Meader, along the Basin Rim Tr. w/ magnificent views along the brink of cliffs & down the Basin Tr. L Carl Rosenthal.

Sat-Sun, May 17-18 Wilderness First Aid training by SOLO of Conway NH, at Pine Point Fire Station in Scarborough ME
The topic is emergency care but with a backcountry emphasis.  Material will cover preparation and prevention, assessment, treatment and evacuation. Program includes lectures, discussions, and plenty of practice scenarios. Meets requirements for 2 year WFA certification. Cost: $20 for AMC members, $60 for non-members.  Mark this date on your calendars. More details will be available as specifics are ironed out. Contact Ginny Smith or Carolyn Welch [email protected]

Sat May 17 Waterfall
Waterfalls and shutterbugs. Short hikes to waterfalls, and some that don't need hikes at all. Plenty of time for tacking pictures and smelling roses along the way. Emphasis on the trip, not on the goal! Crawford Notch I: Arethusa Falls, Bemis Falls, Cloiseum Falls as time and conditions permit. Rain date May 18. L Al Friend [email protected]

Sat. May 17 Hike
Speckled Mt. 2906' Stoneham, ME 7.2 mile hike via Link and Cold Brook Trails. Moderate pace. No dogs L'S Roy & Lorraine Hussey.

Tues. May 20: Another traditional route: Out to Prouts Neck to Higgins Beach. 12 - 13 miles. A few minor hills, spectacular ocean views in a few spots. Comfortable pace. Leaders: Deb Andrews, [email protected], and Al Friend, [email protected].

Thurs. May 22 Workshop
Introduction to Hiking. Topics such as clothing, what to carry in your pack, food, and what to expect on the trail will be discussed. Beginning and experienced hikers welcome. 6:30 p.m. South Portland Library. For information, directions or to pre-register call Joleen Rice or Bryan Courtois, before 9:00 p.m. please. 

Fri.-Mon., May 23-26.
White Mountain Memorial Day Weekend. Enjoy the beauty of the White Mtns. at a great time of year. Stay at a delightful B&B in downtown N. Conway. Two hikes led each day or explore on your own. $98-$128/pp incl. 3 nights lodging dbl. occupancy (roommate provided or single avail. at higher cost), Sat. dinner & 3 b'fasts. Send $55 (non-ref. after 5/13) & SASE to L Carl Rosenthal, RR2 Box 688R, Bridgton, ME 04009 ([email protected]). Space guaranteed only until 5/13. Joint w/CT Chap. CLs Elaine Koza & Jeff Cohen. 

Saturday, May 24. Conservation Hike
Mt. Caribou from 113 via Caribou and Mud Brook Trails. Georgia Murray, AMC Air Quality Staff Scientist, will hike with us and demonstrate the use of Visibility Volunteer kits (see article). CL Rich Sousa, [email protected], and Alix Pratt, [email protected]

Sat., May 24 Trail Maintenance Work Trip - Leaders Choice. Basic trail maintenance on an existing trail on one of several mountains depending on accessibility . Leaders: Peter Roderick [email protected] or Keith Chapman.

Tues. May 27: Bike, Yarmouth area. Leader: Lucy Wendell-thorpe [email protected]

Sat May 31 Waterfall
Waterfalls and shutterbugs. Short hikes to waterfalls, and some that don't need hikes at all. Plenty of time for tacking pictures and smelling roses along the way. Emphasis on the trip, not on the goal! Crawford Notch II: Nancy Cascade Rain date June 1. L Al Friend [email protected]

Sat, May 31 Workshop
Compass and map workshop. Evans Notch area. L Bryan Courtois ([email protected]) CL Maureen McCool ([email protected])

Sat., May 31 Mt. Hike
Carrigain(4700') 10 mi. mod. paced hike to spectacular Signal Ridge, then on to summit tower w/ one of the finest views in Whites. L Carl Rosenthal.

Sat., May 31 Hike
Flume to Garfield Franconia Traverse. Be prepared for a long tough day, for this 16.8 mile traverse. Only for seasoned hikers. We will go up Flume Slide, and travel across Franconia Ridge, over Flume, Liberty, Haystack, Lincoln, Lafayette, and Garfield, and down the Garfield Trail. CLs NH-Doug Hunt ([email protected]), ME-Dave Langley ([email protected])

June 2003:

Tues. June 3rd: Bike, Falmouth route. We may see some cows. Pot luck at leader's house afterwards. Deb Andrews, [email protected], and Al Friend, [email protected].

Sat. June 7: Bike ride and then House tour of Prout's Neck to benefit Parkinson's Society. Bike from leader's home in Scarborough to Prout's neck and then tour the homes. There's a fee for the house tour. Dale Temm, [email protected]

June 7. Sheepscot Valley Conservation Association workday. Not AMC-sponsored. Contact the SVCA office if you are willing to help. 586-5616.

Sat, Jun 7 Hike
Beginner hike. Follow up hike for May 22 workshop. Table Rock and possibly the Baldpates. L's Bryan Courtois ([email protected]) or Joleen Rice (Joleen Rice) 

Sat, June 7 Hike
Georges Highland Path. Moderate hike of 9 miles in Hope ,Me about 5 miles outside of Camden, Me. Hopefully a traverse with car spotting. Co-leaders Ginny Smith (before 8:30pm)and Alix Pratt (before 8:30pm) Mountains, Lakes and the ocean - what more could ask for.

Mon, June 9 Maine Rock Gym
Climbing at The Maine Rock Gym. Cost is $12.00 per person, includes gear rental and instructions. Starts at 7:00 PM and ends at 9:30 PM. Young climbers (over 6) are welcome. Pre-registration required. L Bryan Courtois ([email protected]) CL Deb Sellers.

Tues. June 10th: Bike, Coastal Kennebunkport. See the Bush estate, ride by beautiful gardens, ocean views, and maybe a sunset over the water, too. Food and libations afterward at Shipyard brewery. Deb Andrews, [email protected], and Al Friend, [email protected].

Wed, June 11 Workshop
Introduction to Backpacking. Learn what you will need for tents, backpacks, food, stove, water purification and other important information for hitting the trails for more than a day. Join new backpacking friends on an overnight backpack to follow at a later date. Presenters will be experienced backpackers, including Appalachian Trail thru hikers. Time is 6:30 - 10:00 p.m., Community Center room, Norway Savings Bank, Route 1, Falmouth. Not a first timer? Come anyway. Need more info? call Joleen Rice. 

June 13-15: Lake Mooselookmeguntic. Work and Play Weekend sponsored jointly by Rangley Lakes Heritage Trust and the Conservation Committee, on trust property. Trail work and campsite building. Campsites, cooking area, canoes, kayaks, and spaghetti dinner provided by the Trust. Contact Rich Sousa, 885-0650, [email protected].

June 13-15. Claybrook Lodge
Flatwater trip. Paddle under the light of the full moon on Flagstaff Lake. Enjoy the beach during the day. We'll look for loons and eagles at Flagstaff and turtles at Gilman Pond. This will be a very laid back trip. Leader Greg Drummond [email protected]

Sat., June 14. Me-NH inter-chapter hike.
The three Bonds & the two Twins.� Plan for a full day & and early start.� We'll go in via the Wilderness Trail, traverse the five summits, and exit over No Twin, for a 20+ mile day.� L's.� Ed Hawkins  & Dave Langley.

Sun., June 15. Franconia Notch I: Falling Waters Trail: Walker Cascade, Stairs Falls, Swiftwater Falls, Cloudland Falls as time and conditions permit. About 4 miles or so rt. The pace will be leisurely, with time to take photographs and admire the woods and water. Bunch berries, violets, and star flowers are blooming. And jack-in the-pulpits too. Contact Al Friend (e-mail [email protected]) for meeting time and place, and car pool plans. 

Mon, June 16th Hike
Bigelows. Would like to do a less traveled route. Safford Brook -AT -to Avery Peak. 8.8 miles R.T. Start time 9am. L-Ginny Smith (call before 8:30 pm)

Tues. June 17: Bike, Repeat of a popular ride in Biddeford Pool. Ocean views and a spectacular field of lupines. Deb Andrews, [email protected], and Al Friend, [email protected].

Wed, June 18 Meeting
Outings meeting at McDonalds in Freeport. Meeting starts at 7:00 PM. Call Bryan Courtois for more details. All are welcome.

Sat June 21 Hike
Eisenhower 4760' & Pierce 4312'. 7.9 mile hike, moderate pace. no dogs. L's Roy & Lorraine Hussey.

Sat. -Sun, June 21, 22 Beginner backpack
Destination to be announced. This is geared as a follow-up for those who attended the introduction to backpacking on June 7 but all are welcome. This will be a somewhat easy backpack to help you get the feel of backpacking for the first time or the first time this season. Call Leader, Wayne Newton to sign up.

Sun, June 22 Hike
Goose Eye Mtn. (3870' NE 100 Highest) 9.5 mi. loop on scenic new Wright Trail over one of the finest peaks in the Whites. L Carl Rosenthal. Call 7-9 PM only.

Tues. June 24: Bike, Brunswick coastal ride. Leader: Erin Woodsome, [email protected].

Sat, June 28. Naturalist Hike
Alpine Garden on Mt. Washington. A 3.6 mile round trip hike through the Alpine Garden spending time seeing the alpine plants, flowers and the beautiful views. We will car pool up the Mt. Washington Auto Road to the trail head. Rain date: Sunday, June 15. Optional extra: Hike to the summit by the Nelson Crag Trail or drive to the summit. Cost: $12 per person. CL Peg Nation ([email protected]) and Alix Pratt ([email protected])

Sat June 28 Waterfall
Waterfalls and shutterbugs. Short hikes to waterfalls, and some that don't need hikes at all. Plenty of time for tacking pictures and smelling roses along the way. Emphasis on the trip, not on the goal! Franconia Notch II: Ripley Falls, Kedron Flume as time and conditions permit. Rain date June 29. L Al Friend [email protected]

July 2003:

Tues. July 1 Bike
Celebrate summer in the Sebago area. A great loop ride of 17 miles, stopping for ice cream, and ending with another kind of dip in Sebago Lake. Leaders: Deb Andrews, [email protected], and Al Friend, [email protected] Coleader: Joyce Donald, [email protected]

Fri-Sun, July 4-6 Backpack
Hike up to the Mahoosuc Trail and camp the first night. Then follow the Mahoosuc Trail to Gorham N.H. for pizza and ice cream. Camp that night and follow the AT from Mt. Moriah back to the starting place. Tents required. L Wayne Newton CL Gail Lawley

Sunday, July 6 Work trip
Bald and Speckled Mountains in Peru, ME-trail assessment and light work trip. L's Keith Chapman ([email protected]) or Peter Roderick ([email protected])

Tues. July 8 Bike
Freeport coastal ride or leader's choice. Leader: Lucy Wendell-Thorpe, [email protected]

Tuesday July 8 Conservation Trip
Mid-Week Fling. Climb Mt. Shaw in the Ossipee Mtns, followed by a swim in Dan Hole Pond. Monitor ozone. CL's Bob and Alix Pratt ([email protected])

Tue, July 8 Maine Rock Gym
Come join the fun at The Maine Rock Gym. This event is for AMC members and their guests only. We have the place to ourselves. Space is limited so you must pre-register. L Bryan Courtois ([email protected]) CL Deb Sellers

Fri.-Sun. July11-13 AT Backpack
Rt 4 - Rt 27 this is a very hilly section of the trail , over the Saddleback's, side trip to Abram, over Spaulding, Sugarloaf and the Crocker's at mod. pace 10 + miles a day 32 in all. prev. backpacking exp. reg. group size limit to 8 contact L - Bob Baum at ([email protected]) CL - Darcy Hobgood at ([email protected]) 

Sun - July 13. Waterfalls and Shutterbugs
A series of short hikes to waterfalls (and some falls that don't need hikes). Easy pace, time for photography; emphasis on the trip, not the destination. Evans Notch Mad River Falls. Leader Al Friend: ([email protected])

Tues. July 15 Bike
A 20 mile loop leaving from leader's home in Scarborough to Prout's Neck and back. We can break into 2 groups, with one doing a shorter loop if desired. Pot luck after. A short section of the route is on a well maintained gravel road that is a section of the Eastern Trail. Leader: Dale Temm, [email protected]

Sat., July 19 Hike
Mt. Carrigain (4680') via Signal Ridge Trail. 10 mi. at moderate pace with magnificent views from Signal Ridge and summit observation tower. CL's Debby Kantor ([email protected]) and Tom Pettingill.

Saturday, July 19-Mt. Zircon-moderate level trail work and assessment. L's Keith Chapman [email protected] or Peter Roderick [email protected]

Sat, July, 19, Whitewall Mtn 3405'. Joint ME/NH Chapter hike. Approx 9 mi with 2.5 mi bushwhack to open ledges. Moderate pace. L; Kevin Noyes, L; Claudette Deschenes [email protected]

Sat. July 19. Natural history trip to the Emerson Bog. Short morning trip 
for up to 12 hikers. Weather sensitive; call leader if any doubt. Prepare for hot sun and wet feet. CL's Bryan Courtois and Mag Wine.

Sunday July 20 Hike South Baldface Trip in Evans Notch. Hike up to the outstanding summit views of South Baldface (3,570') We will use the Baldface Circle Trail and Slippery Brook Trail. Elevation gain is 3,050' and total trail distance is 7.4 miles. L Andy Timbie (761-4704 before 9PM or [email protected]) or CL Rick Tockman (324-3167 before 9PM). Max trip size is 10.

Tue, July 22. Bike.  Meet and park at Great Falls Plaza in downtown Auburn (Across from new Hilton hotel being built on the river near the corner of Court and Main streets). One hour parking limit before 6:00. 16 miles along the river and around the lake. One big hill which we can avoid if we elect to be wimps. Will provide a chowder or beans and franks. Bring salad, beverage or dessert for the pot luck at my house. Swimming in the river if you wish although the locals wouldn't hear of it. Jim. CL needed.

Sat - July 26 Waterfalls and Shutterbugs
A series of short hikes to waterfalls (and some falls that don't need hikes). Easy pace, time for photography; emphasis on the trip, not the destination. Zealand Falls, possibly Beecher Cascade, Pearl Cascade as time and energy permit. , rain date July 27. L Al Friend: ([email protected])

August 2003:

Sat - Aug 9 Waterfalls and Shutterbugs
A series of short hikes to waterfalls (and some falls that don't need hikes). Easy pace, time for photography; emphasis on the trip, not the destination. Franconia Notch The Basin, Cascades, Kinsman Falls, Rocky Glen Falls, Avalanche Falls,
Liberty Gorge Cascade, The Pool - or as many as time and energy permit, , rain date Aug 10 L Al Friend: ([email protected])

Sat., August 9 Hike
Goose Eye, East (3794') and West (3870') Peaks via Wright Trail. 8.6 mi. loop at moderate pace along scenic streamside trail leading to two wide open summits in the Mahoosuc Range. CL's Debby Kantor ([email protected]) and Tom Pettingill.

Sat. Aug. 16. Natural History Tip
Province Pond. Easy walking of 2 1/2 miles round trip. Weather sensitive; call leader if in doubt. CL's Bryan Courtois and Mag Wine

Sat, Aug 16 Hike
North & South Baldface via Baldface circle trail. 9.8 mi moderate pace with some steep terrain. Joint ME/NH Chapter hike. L; Kevin Noyes, L; Claudette Deschenes [email protected]

Sunday, Aug 17 Work trip
Black Mt. in Peru, ME-trail assessment and light work trip. L's Keith Chapman ([email protected]) or Peter Roderick ([email protected])

Wed, Aug 20 Meeting
Outings meeting at McDonalds in Freeport. Meeting starts at 7:00 PM. Call Bryan Courtois ([email protected]) for more details.

Fri. Aug. 23rd. Hike
Great Gulf Trail to Mt. Washington; this 7.6 mile trail to summit gains nearly 5000 feet in elevation. We will descend via the Tuckerman Ravine Trail. Be prepared for a long tough day with other strong experienced hikers; total hike is just under 13 miles. CLs ME: Dave Langley [email protected], NH: Doug Hunt ([email protected])

Fri. Aug. 22 Hike
Great Gulf Trail to Mt. Washington; this 7.6 mile trail to summit gains nearly 5000 feet in elevation. We will descend via the Tuckerman Ravine Trail. Be prepared for a long tough day with other strong experienced hikers; total hike is just under 13 miles.�� CLs ME: Dave Langley [email protected], NH: Doug Hunt ([email protected]), 

Sat, Aug. 23 Hike
Moat Mtn. traverse, No. Conway, NH 8.5 mile hike via Moat Mt. Tr and Red Ridge Tr. Moderate pace. No dogs. Great views. Swimming at Diana's
Baths. L's Roy & Lorraine Hussey

Sat - Aug 23. Waterfalls and Shutterbugs
A series of short hikes to waterfalls (and some falls that don't need hikes). Easy pace, time for photography; emphasis on the trip, not the destination. Evans Notch Bickford Slides, possibly Brickett Falls, Meader Falls as time and energy permit , rain date Aug 24. L Al Friend: ([email protected])

Sat. Aug 23 Hike 
Mt. Washington via the Huntington Ravine Trail.� ME/NH Inter-Chapter hike.� Approx. 8.6 miles on steep and strenuous terrain.� L'S.� NH: Ed Hawkins & ME: Dave Langley.

Tue, Aug 26. Conservation Trip
Hike Mt. Chocorua to monitor ozone. Coleaders: Bob and Alix Pratt. [email protected]

Sat, August 30 Work trip
Rumford Whitecap-Moderate level trail work with possible bushwhack. L's Keith Chapman ([email protected]) or Peter Roderick ([email protected])

September 2003:

Sat, Sept 6 Hike
Sugarloaf (4237)/Spaulding (3988) from Caribou Valley Rd. 9 miles via AT moderately paced - possibly more peak views than from any other place in Maine. L Claudette Deschenes ([email protected]) CL Maureen McCool ([email protected])

Sat, Sept 6 Waterfalls & Shutterbugs
Kinsman Notch medley. Let's do Paradise Falls in the Lost River resort - I've never been in there except just to the covered bridge. Also in the area are huge Beaver Brook Cascades, 1.1 miles each way and 1000 ft total vertical drop; and Agassiz Basin, small but right near the road. L Al Friend ([email protected])

September 12-14 Bike
Annual Claybrook Mountain Lodge mountain bike trip. 15 to 25 miles a day in the Bigelow area. leader Greg Drummond [email protected]

Sat., Sep 13 Hike
Mts. Pierce (4310') and Jackson (4052') via Crawford Path, Webster Cliff, and Webster-Jackson Trails. 8.1 mi. loop at moderate pace with time for feeding the gray jays, admiring foliage, and stopping at Mizpah Hut along the way. CL's Debby Kantor ([email protected]) and Tom Pettingill.

Sat, Sep, 13 Hike
North & South Baldface via Baldface circle trail. 9.8 mi. moderate pace with some steep terrain. Joint ME/NH Chapter hike. L; Kevin Noyes, L; Claudette Deschenes, [email protected]

Sat, Sept 13 Hike
Mt. Coe (3764')and South (3930') and North Brother (4143') this makes for about a 7.6 mile loop. Great views of Katahdin. L Bryan Courtois ([email protected])

Sat, Sept 13 Work trip
Pleasant Mt.-Moderate level trail work. L's Keith Chapman ([email protected]) or Peter Roderick ([email protected])

Sat. Sept. 13, Hike ATTENTION YOUNG MEMBERS.
Mt. Jefferson and Mt. Adams. Challenging 11.3 mile hike using the spectacular Castle Trail to Jefferson, Gulfside to Adams and descending via the Airline. Some steep sections. Pace will be 1.5 - 2 miles per hour. If you are in your 20s or 30s, this hike is especially for you. If you think you are under 40, you can come too! L Joleen Rice, CL Todd Thornton.

Sat. Sept. 20 Hike
Zealand and Bonds Traverse; this 19.8-mile hike crosses the summits of four 4000-footers with some extended above-treeline travel. Plan for an early start and a long day with other experienced hikers. CLs Dave Langley ([email protected]) Maureen McCool ([email protected])

Sat. Sept. 20 Waterfalls & Shutterbugs
Crawford Notch mop-up; we'll take in several small falls we didn't get to on earlier trips. These involve very short, easy hikes and are just right for non-hikers, beginning hikers, kids, etc. Coliseum Falls, Bemis Falls, Beecher Cascades, Pearl Cascades, Gibb Falls as time and energy permit. L Al Friend ([email protected])

Thurs, Sept 25 Hike
Kearsearge North, historic fire tower, 360 degree view, 6.2 miles, moderate pace but beware as the elevation gain (2600') can make this a more strenuous hike than one might expect. leader JoAnne Diller

Sat, Sept 27 Hike
Old Blue. L Val Taylor

Sat. Sept. 27 Hike,. ATTENTION YOUNG MEMBERS.
Saddleback and the Horn. Challenging 13.4 mile hike via the AT from Route 4, Pace will be 1.5 - 2 miles per hour. If you are in your 20s or 30s, this hike is especially for you. If you think you are under 40, you can come too! L Joleen Rice, CL Todd Thornton.

Sat. Sept.  27 Hike
ME - NH Interchapter Hike,  Adams & Jefferson via King Ravine and Castle Ravine.  Join other seasoned hikers for a strenuous day in these scenic areas with challenging trails; 11.4 miles and ~5400' of elevation gain.  Experience with extended above-treeline travel is a must.  CLs ME: Dave Langley ([email protected], NH: Doug Hunt ([email protected])

October 2003:

Sat., Oct 4 Hike
Old Speck. Enjoy a 7.6 mi. moderately paced hike to this Maine 4,000 footer with newly renovated fire tower in Grafton Notch. L Claudette Deschenes [email protected]

Sat., Oct. 4 Hike
Dartmouth (3727') and Deception (3671'). A ME-NH Interchapter Hike. Approx. 7-8 miles of bushwhacking to two NH 100 peaks. Maybe we'll find traces of the old trail. Bushwhacking exp. preferred. Car spotting. CLs Pete Heinold & Eric Savage

Sat., Oct. 4 Waterfalls & Shutterbugs
Bridal Veil Falls in Franconia, NH, 2.5 miles each way, rated moderate. A very popular 80-footer. Should be a great trip during peak foliage. L Al Friend ([email protected])

Tue, October 7: Hike
Mt. Shaw in the Ossipee Mountains in NH. Enjoy the Fall color. Measure Ozone Levels as we hike. Optional cookout in Center Ossipee after the hike. L. Alix and Bob Pratt, [email protected].

Saturday, October 11. Whiteface (4010') and Passaconaway (4060') via Blueberry Ledge, Rollins, Walden, and Wonalancet Range trails from Ferncroft. Full day, 11+ mile loop hike at moderate steady pace. Expecting some great fall foliage viewing along the way. L's Debby Kantor ([email protected]) and Tom Pettingill.

Sat, Oct 11 Hike
Leaders Choice. L Val Taylor

Wed, Oct 15 Meeting
Outings meeting at McDonalds in Freeport. Meeting starts at 7:00 PM. Call Bryan Courtois ([email protected]) for more details.

Fri-Sun, October 17, 18 & 19 Bike Trip
Acadia biking weekend in B&B. Participants should have a mountain or hybrid bike and be able to bike 25 + miles of hilly terrain per day. Register by mailing total payment of $50 to Don Parker, PO Box 239, Steep Falls, ME, 04085 for two nights and two breakfasts. L Don Parker, [email protected]

Sat, Oct 18 Hike
Mt. Tom in Crawford Notch. We will use the Avalon and A-Z trails along with the Mt. Tom Spur to obtain the summit of Mt. Tom(4051'). Views to the east, west, and south. 5.8 total miles and around 2150' elevation gain. L Andy Timbie or CL Rick Tockman

Sat, October 18
Hike in the Ossipee Pine Barrens and learn about the forest ecology of the Pine Barrens from TNC naturalist Jeff Lougee. L. Alix Pratt, [email protected].

Sat. - Sun. Oct. 18 - 19 Halloween Hike
Destination Mt. Black Cabin. Again this year, with costumes and scary stories and lots of fun. We will plan a full day of hiking over gradual trails at a very moderate pace. All are welcome. However, the cabin is limited to 8 people so space is limited. CL Gerry Barnicle (Worc.AMC) or [email protected] or CL Dale Temm (Maine AMC) [email protected] Cost @ $20.(TBD) More info upon registration.

Sat. Oct. 18 Waterfalls & Shutterbugs
Gordon Falls in Kinsman Notch. 3.9 easy miles each way to wrap up the official W&S season. L Al Friend ([email protected])

Sat, Oct 25 Hike
ME/NH Inter-Chapter Hike: Franconia Ridge & Garfield. Join other experienced hikers for this traverse of Lincoln, Lafayette, and Garfield.  Plan for a 13.4-mile day, 5050' of climbing and plenty of above-treeline exposure (and maybe an early taste of winter-like conditions?).  CLs Dave Langley-ME ([email protected]) and Doug Laughton-NH ([email protected])

November 2003:

Sat, Nov 1 Hike
Leaders Choice L Ginny Smith

Mon, Nov 3 Rock Gym
Come and play on the walls of The Maine Rock Gym, 127 Marginal Way, Portland. A club night has been arranged and we get to climb at a group rate. We will have exclusive use of the place for about two and a half hours. This includes instruction for beginners, harness, and shoe rental. Call Bryan Courtois ([email protected]) to register. Space is limited so call right away.

Thursday, November 6. Burnt Meadow Mountain via eastern spur. Brownfield, ME.
Ls: Alix and Bob Pratt, [email protected].

Sat - November 8 CPR CERTIFICATION
We are sponsoring a full day (9:00 am to 4:00 PM) class in CPR at the Pine Point Fire Station in Scarborough, Maine. Upon completion of this course you would be certified in the procedures of CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver as instructed by the American Heart Association. Cost of the course is $25.00, advance registration and payment required. Call Gail Lawley to register. First come, first served.

Sat, Nov 8 Nite Hike
Conditions permitting we will do the Baldface Circle Trail and Bicknell Ridge Trail by the light of the full moon. L Bryan Courtois ([email protected])

Sun Nov 16 Hike
Speckled Mtn. (2906') in Evans Notch. One of at least three mountains in Maine known by the same name. The bare summit offers views in all directions. We will follow the Blueberry Ridge and Bickford Brook Trails on our loop. Approximately 8 miles round trip. L Bryan Courtois CL Alex Raducanu

Sat, Nov 22. Hike
Mt. Adams via Air Line and Valley Way trails, 9 mi., moderate pace. Some steep, lots of views and exposure, possible winter conditions. Ls Kevin Noyes (659-8229 6-9 PM), Claudette Deschenes ([email protected])

Sat., Nov 29. Hike
Mts. Adams & Madison via the airline & valley way trails.  Approx 9.2 miles.  Great above tree-line winter warm-up.  Full winter gear required. Leaders: NH-Ed Hawkins and Me-Dave Langley ([email protected]).

December 2003:

Mon, Dec 1 Rock Gym
Come and play on the walls of The Maine Rock Gym, 127 Marginal Way, Portland. A club night has been arranged and we get to climb at a group rate. We will have exclusive use of the place for about two and a half hours. This includes instruction for beginners, harness, and shoe rental. Call Bryan Courtois ([email protected]) to register. Space is limited so call right away.

Tues. Dec 2 Workshop
Winter skills workshop. Appropriate for all levels. To be held at the South Portland Library from 6:00 to approx. 9:00. Come and learn what we mean when we say "full winter gear" and just how different hiking and climbing in the winter months is. L's Wayne Newton, Bryan Courtois ([email protected]), Joleen Rice

Thursday, December 4. Old Blue Mountain from South Arm road. approx. 3 hours to summit. Ls. Alix and Bob Pratt, [email protected].

Friday, December 5: Holiday Party. All are welcome and new members are encouraged to attend. West End, Portland, 6 PM. Bring a dish and a wrapped "white elephant" gift to share. Contact Alix Pratt, 761-0292, [email protected], or Peg Nation, 583-2720, [email protected], if you wish to attend.

Sat, Dec. 6 Hike
Lets hike the new trail to Puzzle Mt. in Grafton Notch. Call for details. L- Ginny Smith.

Sat. Dec. 13. Hike
Great Gulf Trail to Mt. Washington; this 7.6 mile trail to summit gains nearly 5000 feet in elevation. We will descend via the Lions Head Trail. Be prepared for full winter-conditions. Bad weather backup hike will be Wildcat Ridge. CLs ME: Dave Langley ([email protected], NH: Doug Hunt ([email protected]),

Sat., Dec. 13. Hike Tumbledown. Loop, Tumbledown Ridge & Parker's Ridge Trail - some very steep spots including a fissure cave known as Fat Man's Misery. Winter hiking experience and full winter gear may be required. L Maureen McCool ([email protected]) CL Gail Lawley.

Saturday, December 13. Nature in winter. Hike in the Leavitt Plantation in Parsonsfield, ME with TNC/ME Biologist Josh Royte. Cosponsors: Green Mountain Conservation Group and AMC/ME Conservation Committee. L. Alix Pratt. [email protected].

Wed, Dec 17 Meeting
Outings meeting at McDonalds in Freeport. Meeting starts at 7:00 PM. Call Bryan Courtois ([email protected]) for more details.

Sat., Dec. 20 Ski/snow shoe/hike
Pleasant Mountain Fire Warden Trail on skis, snowshoes or hiking boots to the North Ridge Trail at Bald Peak Summit. Then the North Ridge trail to the Shawnee Peak parking lot, where cars will be spotted, 4.3 miles, moderate pace. Winter experience necessary. L Jim Tierney, CL Linda Coupe.

Sat. Dec. 20 Hike
Mt. Webster & Jackson via the Webster-Jackson trail. Join us on this interesting loop of 6.5 mi. Great winter warm up. Winter gear and experience required. Moderate terrain with moderate pace. NH/Maine chapter hike. Ls Kevin Noyes (603-659-8229, 6-9PM), Claudette Deschenes [email protected].