Appalachian Mountain Club - Maine Chapter

Be sure to join us on Wednesday, February 20, 2008: Cary Kish, outdoor blogger and Outdoors writer for the Portland Press Herald, will present on his 2006 experiences hiking the GR 20 Route in Corsica, France. The GR 20 is reputed to be the hardest long-distance hike in Europe, with 81,560 feet of elevation gain and loss. Cary did 180 km in 15 days across the rugged interior of the island of Corsica with it’s very beautiful and awesome mountain scenery. Come share his experiences on what he’s called a ‘bruiser’ of a trek.

For more information, please see the AMC Maine calendar.

On Wednesday, February 20, 2008, AMC Member Carey Kish of Portland will show images and tell tales of a June 2006 trek on the GR20 Route across the Mediterranean island of Corsica. The GR20 is one France’s famous “Grande Randones” or very long distance hikes and is reputed to be the toughest trail in all of Europe. In 180 kilometers from Calenzana to Conca the trail climbs over 28 high passes with an astounding 81,960 feet of elevation gain and loss. The rewards for this strenuous effort for Kish and his hiking buddy were two-weeks of spectacular mountain scenery, picturesque villages, remote refuges and bergeries, good Corsican food and beer and plenty of international company.

The location is at the South Portland Library, 482 Broadway, South Portland, ME: parking is available off Highland Avenue. Dinner at 6 pm, presentation at 7 pm. Attendees are encouraged to bring a potluck item and their own dinnerware (plate, utensils etc.). Drinks will be provided and plastic-ware will be available.

Remember to join us on Thursday, January 17, 2008 for a potluck and presentation on Thru-hiking the AT. AMC Maine member Ray Ronan will share his photos and stories from his travels from Georgia to Maine.

For more information, please see the AMC Maine calendar.

Another year has gone by. What will a new one bring?

Recreation: Trails to hike, bike, and ski? Peaks to bag? Rivers and lakes to paddle? Be sure to keep in touch with ongoing Maine Chapter activities on our calendar.

Conservation: Any resolutions to be more conservation-minded or reduce your impact on our environment? Join AMC’s Conservation Action Network (CAN) e-mail alerts. New subscriptions will be entered into a monthly drawing and January’s winner will receive a free year of AMC membership.

Education: Would you like to learn a new outdoor skill? Check out AMC’s Education page for a complete listing. Or attend Mountain Leadership School, which is celebrating its 50th year!

Recreation, conservation, education- the three principles of the AMC. I hope they will be a part of your New Year’s resolutions!

On Thursday, January 17, 2008, Ray Ronan will present on his Thru-Hike of the Appalachian Trail including photos, stories, and other thoughts on the trek. This is an excellent opportunity for hikers of any experience to pick up tips and all outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy Ray’s presentation.

Ray plans to bring our monthly events to a higher level by presenting a multi-media event including movies, photos, and props! You won’t want to miss this evening of entertainment and education.

The location is at the South Portland Library, 482 Broadway, South Portland, ME: parking is available off Highland Avenue. Dinner at 6 pm, presentation at 7 pm. Drinks and plasticware will be provided and attendees are encouraged to bring a potluck item.

As fall moves into winter, it’s a good idea to brush up on the skills that no one wants to use, but everyone should know; what to do if you get lost in the woods. (a.k.a. “turned around” in Maine slang) You’ll find a digital copy of the famous Orange Book from the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife entitled ‘You Alone in the Maine Woods’ on this page.
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A reminder to come join us at December’s potluck and presentation on Tuesday, December 11, 2007 on climate change. Paul Kando and Elizabeth Ehrenfeld will give presentations on the impacts of climate change on Maine and ways to make a difference locally. Please join us for a potluck dinner at 6 pm and the presentations at 7 pm.

For more information, please see the AMC Maine calendar.

Come join us on Tuesday, December 11, 2007 for an evening of discussion on climate change. Paul Kando, a specialist in climate change, will give a presentation titled “Global Warming, an Update for Maine” including a comprehensive picture of the science, symptoms and projected impacts of Global Warming. Elizabeth Ehrenfeld, AMC Board member, will also present on Maine’s efforts for the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (REGGI) and explain ways that individuals can make a difference.
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On Tuesday, November 13, 2007, Ken Hutchins will give a presentation on a recent trip to Alaska including a slideshow. If you’re never been to “The Last Frontier”, here’s an opportunity to learn more about this wild and beautiful state.

The location is the South Portland Library, 482 Broadway, South Portland, ME; parking is available off Highland Avenue. Dinner at 6 pm, presentation at 7 pm. Drinks and plasticware will be provided and attendees are encouraged to bring a potluck item.

Next Tuesday, October 30, 2007 is a potluck and presentation on the status of the proposed Plum Creek Development in the Greenville, Maine area. Please join us for a presentation by Bryan Wentzel, the Maine AMC Policy Manager regarding this project, whose status continues to change on a weekly basis.

Please check the Calendar listings for more information on this event.