Mountain

Passages
Online Newsletter of the New Hampshire Chapter of the AMC

Volume 36, Number 2 March/April 2010

Chapter Activity Day

Fun activities and learning experiences! Sat., May 1 at Cardigan Lodge plus Advanced
Skiing at Pinkham Notch Rock Climbing at Pawtuckaway State Park and Paddling on
Newfound Lake. [Read more.]

Trouble at 11,000 Feet: Rescue on Mt. Adams

Quick Links AMC-NH Chapter Dinner Program Saturday, April 17
AMC-NH Website at Pheasant Ridge Country Club in Gilford, NH. Join us
to hear from Scott Taylor as he shares his stories and
Member Center photos of this expedition, and the unexpected events they
Upcoming Events encountered [Read more.]
AMC-NH Contacts
Biking New Hampshire By Gene Harding
Interested in biking? AMC-NH Biking Committee forming.
Scott Taylor at Mt. Adams
[Read more.]

Greetings from Your New Regional Director! By Sam Jamke [Read more.]
Thank you for
subscribing to Educational Opportunities for 2010
There’s lots to do and learn with the AMC-NH Chapter! [Read more.]
Mountain Passages
Online! Annual Spring Workshop at Cardigan Lodge, April 23-25
Instruction in safe mountain travel for beginners and intermediate hikers. [Read more.]

Glacier Travel Workshops April 10 and 17-18

For aspiring mountaineers who wish to hone their skills and learn new techniques for safe
and efficient travel on steep snow and glacial terrain. [Read more.]
Give the
Gift of Membership! Mtn. Leadership School
Membership in a Bottle A five-day wilderness leadership training program for new or experienced trip leaders
looking to improve their skills. [Read more.]

Class II White Water Paddling School — April 9-11

Class II whitewater instruction for paddlers comfortable in flatwater and quickwater.
Register for Chapter [Read more.]
Activity Day!
Spring Fling — Register Now!
A weekend of hiking, biking, paddling, Irish dancing, food, fun, and festivities at the
Register for the next Mohican Outdoor Center in the Delaware Water Gap. [Read more.]
Dinner Program.
Teen Wilderness Adventures
More than 30 exciting and rewarding outdoor adventures in the White Mountains and
Lakes Regions of New Hampshire, as well as Acadia National Park and western Maine,
for youth ages 12 to 18. [Read more.]

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Trouble at 11,000 Feet: Rescue on Mt. Adams (WA)
AMC-NH Chapter Dinner Program Saturday, April 17
at Pheasant Ridge Country Club in Gilford, NH
Turn off the TV reality shows and come to hear about a real rescue on the flanks
of Mount Adams in Washington State!
In July 2004, a group of NH hikers, many of them NH Chapter Trip Leaders and
Workshop Instructors, headed west to Washington State to climb the snowfields
and glaciated peaks of Mts. Adams and Rainier. Amid the mountains’ splendor
and adventure they discovered that even on those treeless peaks, you never
know who you are going to meet!  
Join Scott Taylor as he shares his stories and photos of this expedition, and
the unexpected events they encountered at 11,000 feet while descending Mt.
Adams. His story and slides are a testament to the resourcefulness and abilities
of this NH group of climbers that helped avert a tragedy. This is a moving story
you won’t soon forget.  
Scott is a NH Hike Leader, workshop instructor, paramedic and ski patroller and
has been recognized statewide for his role as Emergency Medical Services
Educator.
Deadline to register is April 9. See page 2 for the registration form, menu and
directions to Pheasant Ridge Country Club.
Greetings from Your New Regional Director!
My name is Ruth Jamke (but I’m better known to all as
Sam) and as of AMC’s annual meeting on Jan. 30, I have
the pleasure of representing the interests of the Maine and
New Hampshire Chapters on the Club’s Board of Directors.
I am following in the footsteps of John Dolloff, whom
I thank for his years of service in the role of Northern
Regional Director. Since John will be remaining on the
Board for a while in an at-large capacity, you may be sure
of a smooth transition. I am looking forward to working
closely with the Executive Committees of both chapters
to ensure that there is good information flow between the
chapter and the Board members and Club staff.
By way of introduction, I have been an AMC member for
about 26 years and have served as Vice Chair and Chair of the NH Chapter. I
am also a hike leader and workshop instructor for the Chapter, lead hikes for
AMC August Camp (I am also a member of the AC Committee) and I am a Major
Excursions leader. When I first joined the Club and lived in the Boston area, I
was into whitewater paddling, too, so I have had my fingers in many AMC pies. I
led a trip to Scotland in August of 2009 and have trips planned to New Zealand
(backpacking) and the Minnesota Boundary Waters (canoeing and camping) for
2010. I am an avid hiker and completed what I have said is my last list in 2002
— the Winter New England Hundred Highest.
In mid-2007, I decided to retire a few years early and am having a blast
volunteering for AMC, the ATC, the GMC and Animal Rescue League of NH. I’m
single and live in Bedford, NH with my three cats — Possum, Abby and Fox.
I am hoping to meet many of you at Club events or perhaps during one of my
stints as an AMC information volunteer. Feel free to direct any questions or
concerns to me via your Chapter’s Executive Committee. My contact information
is regionaldirector@amc-nh.org or call 603-472-2536.
 Biking New Hampshire
By Gene Harding

In my years as a member of the AMC, I have had the pleasure of going on some
wonderful bike rides with people from AMC in Massachusetts, Maine, Rhode
Island, New York and New Hampshire. I list New Hampshire last because that
was a really nice bike ride out west of Keene, NH that took our group through six
beautiful covered bridges and some lovely country side. (It was sponsored by
the Worcester MA Chapter.)
To identify myself, I live in southeastern NH, about 12 miles from the coast. I
enjoy moderate bike rides of 20 to 30 miles. I ride for exercise, scenery, and
Interested in getting wildlife. I live in a very biking friendly area. There are wonderful bike rides from
things rolling with a Haverhill, MA along the Merrimack River through Newburyport, MA to the Plum
Island Wildlife Preserve. There are rides from Ogunquit, ME to Gloucester, MA
Biking Committee? on Rte. 1A for whatever length the rider desires. I ride about 1200 to 1500 miles
per season. I know there are many other great bike rides in NH, but we need
Email Gene at your help to find them.
Gene37h@aol.com with Riders typically fall into one of the following categories:
NH Chapter AMC Biking • Mountain bikers who want to ride down steep inclines and jump over rocks
in the Subject line. and logs, etc.
• Trail riders who ride through wooded areas at a moderate pace.
• Street riders who don’t consider anything less than 40 to 50 miles a ride and
ride at 16 to 22 miles mph.
• Moderate riders who ride on roads or rail trails at 8 to 12 mph and at
distances of 20 to 30 miles per ride.
• Family riders with children looking for wildlife preserves or rail trails.
I understand that some wonderful NH Chapter bike rides have been led by a few
Excursions Committee leaders. I wonder whether those leaders and many more
Go to people would be interested in forming a Bicycling Committee where leadership
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you can participate:
• Help form a Biking Committee within the NH Chapter AMC.
• Become a bike ride leader for the NH Chapter AMC.
If you would like to participate in either or both of these ways please send me an
email indicating your preference and contact information to: Gene37h@aol.com,
with NH Chapter AMC Biking in the Subject line.

Glacier Travel Workshops April 10 and 17-18

The Mountaineering Committee will be offering two Glacier Travel workshops
in April for aspiring mountaineers who wish to hone their skills and learn new
techniques for safe and efficient travel on steep snow and glacial terrain.
The first workshop, on Sat., April 10, is Introduction to Glacier Travel. This one-
day workshop will familiarize participants with the glaciated mountaineering
environment, and will teach fundamentals of safe roped team travel, self and
team arrest, ascending and descending steep slopes, and more.
The second workshop, on April 17-18, is Glacier Travel and Crevasse Rescue.
This weekend workshop is tailored to participants planning to climb glaciated
peaks as team members. The two-day workshop builds on the fundamentals of
the Introduction course or previous field experience. You will learn and refine the
skills for self arrest, tying knots commonly used for roped team travel, building
snow anchors and the construction of hauling systems for crevasse rescue. For
more information on either workshop, contact Jim Kent (603-679-2235, Tues. &
Weds. 7-9 p.m. ONLY) or Scott Taylor at scott.taylor-loggenrock@att.net.

Teen Wilderness
Adventure
This summer, send your teen on an
adventure to remember with the AMC.
Teen Wilderness Adventures offer
more than 30 exciting and rewarding
outdoor adventures in the White
Mountains and Lakes Regions of
New Hampshire, as well as Acadia
National Park and western Maine,
for youth ages 12 to 18. Summer
trips range in length from 5 to 23
days, and many of them combine
different outdoor elements such as
backpacking, canoeing, kayaking,
mountain biking, and rock climbing.
New this year, we’ve expanded our
single- and multi-sport adventures
and added new offerings such as a
7-Day Ocean Kayak Adventure and
a Waterfalls and Swimming Holes
Backpack Adventure. For details, visit
www.outdoors.org/teenwilderness.
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Educational Opportunities for 2010
Introduction to Backpacking, Sat., April 17. This will be a one day event in
which interested individuals can come and view backpacking equipment such
as tents, stoves, water filters, cooking gear, etc. Learn about different meal
strategies, meal choices and see how to dehydrate your own food. We will cover
things you will need to know in order to have a fun and safe backpacking trip.
Sign up early — class size is limited
Chapter Activity Day, Sat., May 1. We will have great learning opportunities
there as well! Map & Compass will be taught there in addition to the dates listed
below. Come enjoy the fun and see the variety of things the NH Chapter has to
offer. We’re not just a hiking club anymore!
Intro to Backpacking, Sat. & Sun., May 8 & 9. Follow up to the Intro to
Backpacking class with an actual backpacking trip! This trip will be geared
toward beginners and hopefully those who attend the intro will join the trip as
well. Destination is TBD. Class size is limited.
Map & Compass Training*, Sat., June 5. Come learn about topographical
maps and what they can tell you. Learn how to effectively use a map. Following
this segment, we will teach you how to use a compass with a map. We will then
conduct field exercises using the map & compass to practice what you have
learned and demonstrate how well a map & compass works in a real world
environment. Class location is TBD. Class size is limited.
Map & Compass Training*, Sat., Oct. 2. We will cover the same material as in
the June class. Class size is limited, so sign up early.
* For the map and compass classes you will need a protractor type compass readily
available at EMS and other outfitters. The Suunto M3 is a very nice model to have.
You will also need some form of eye protection; sunglasses, prescription glasses,
or safety glasses to protect your eyes out in the field. You will also need a small day
pack with a lunch, water, trail snacks, and rain gear. Long sleeve shirts and long pants
recommended.
Annual New Hampshire Chapter Winter Hiking Series, Sat. & Sun., Oct.
23 & 24. The application process begins in July. Don’t be left out — apply
early as space is limited to 20 participants. This weekend-long event takes
place at AMC’s Pinkham Notch facility. Saturday is devoted to lecture on gear,
safety, hydration and winter foods, layering systems, emergency gear, and
group dynamics. On Sunday, we’ll be hiking out of Pinkham, destination TBD.
Attendance on the first weekend is mandatory for participating in the series.
Following the first weekend there will be day hikes combined with instruction on
the following dates: 10/30, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, & 12/18. Cost for this class is $70,
which is nonrefundable. This series has become very popular, so we encourage
you to apply early.
All classes are offered free of charge, except the Winter Hiking Series. For more
information or to register contact Bob Humphrey 456-3708 (7 to 9 p.m. ONLY
PLEASE) or send an email to bobh@mcttelecom.com.

Spring Fling
Register Now!
Registration for the second annual
Spring Fling is now open. From Fri.,
April 30 to Sun., May 2, members
and nonmembers will be gathering
again at the Mohican Outdoor Center
in the Delaware Water Gap. You can
look forward to a weekend of hiking,
biking, paddling, Irish Dancing, food,
fun, and festivities. Stay in one of
Mohican’s newly renovated multi-bed
cabins with kitchen and indoor bath-
room, or enjoy some tenting.
For more information or to register,
call 908-362-5670 or email mohi-
can@mindspring.com. For more
information about the AMC’s Mohi-
can Outdoor Center, check out our
website at
www.outdoors.org/lodging/lodges.
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Upcoming Events
April
9-11 Class II White Water Paddling School. See article at left for information.
10 Introduction to Glacier Travel Workshops. See page 6 for more info.
17 NH Chapter Dinner. See page 1.
17 Introduction to Backpacking. See page 6.
17&18 Glacier Travel and Crevasse Rescue Workshop. See page 6 for more
info.
23-25 2010 Annual Spring Workshop. Cardigan Lodge. See info on page 4.
30-May 2 AMC Annual Spring Fling at the Mohican Outdoor Center. See
page 5.
May
1 Chapter Activity Day. See page 1.
8&9 Intro to Backpacking. See page 6.
June
5 NH Chapter Hut Night at Madison Hut. Watch future issues of Mountain
Passages for more info.
5 Map & Compass Training. See page 3.
19 NH Chapter Dinner
19 Seacoast Summer Solstice Celebration. Great Bay Discover Center,
Greenland, NH. Watch for more info in the May/June issue of Mountain
Passages and on our website (www.amc-nh.org).
July
17-25 Presidential Range Hike. Watch for more info.
September
11 NH Chapter Hut Night at GreenLeaf Hut. Watch future issues of Mountain
Passages for more info.
October 2010
2 Map & Compass Training. See page 4.
9 NH Chapter Annual Meeting Dinner
23&24 Annual New Hampshire Chapter Winter Hiking Series. See page 4.
Weekend Calendar. What are you doing this weekend? AMC-NH is always
planning something. Our weekend calendar has all this weekend’s trip
listings, social events and workshops in one convenient place. It’s just one
click away at amc-nh.org/weekend. More information about these events
and many more can be found at amc-nh.org and outdoors.org/about/
calendar or see AMC Outdoors magazine.
Class II White Water Paddling School — April 9-11
Class II whitewater instruction for paddlers comfortable in
flatwater and quickwater
Our experienced members give individual instruction in safety, river
reading, equipment, paddling skills, rescue, and an introduction to advanced
whitewater skills. Centered on a weekend of instruction in Henniker and a
nearby river, a preliminary session on equipment and wet exit practice in a pool
as well as follow on instructional trips, skill building, and basic whitewater rescue
are required parts of the course.
The instructors provide a supportive environment helping you progress at
the speed with which you are comfortable. Students may choose solo canoe,
tandem canoe, or kayak. For more information see www.nhamcpaddlers.org or
contact Tom Todd at TToddAMC@ttodd.org.

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Activity Day!
Enjoy the Wilderness
Save up to 20% exploring Maine’s
100-Mile Wilderness this summer.
Unwind in a magical outdoor setting
at one of AMC’s Maine Wilderness
Lodges. Discover what the Maine
wilderness has to offer at your own
pace, or with the help of a registered
Maine Guide. AMC’s private cabins,
home-cooked meals, and “off the
grid” locations give you more time to
relax and connect with friends and
family.
Maine Wilderness Lodge
Exploration Package: Six nights, any
combination at Little Lyford Lodge
& Cabins or Medawisla Wilderness
Lodge & Cabins. Member 6-night
package prices start at $474 adult
per person; $276 per child. Starting
price includes private cabin, meals,
free use of kayaks and canoes
(taxes not included). Visit
www.outdoors.org/summerguide for
details.
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Please Join Us
Chapter Activity Day!!
Sat., May 1 at Cardigan Lodge
with Advanced Skiing at Pinkham Notch
Rock Climbing at Pawtuckaway State Park and Paddling on Newfound Lake.
This will be a fantastic opportunity to sample activities offered by the NH
Chapter committees and trip leaders. There are several hikes to choose from —
for beginners to peak-baggers!
Map & Compass is back by popular demand for you folks who can’t seem to
get enough, along with Land Navigation! Family Hikes with the kids was a huge
success last year and we’re ready to take ’em on again! Those youngsters are
impressive!
Nature and Scenic Photography is also offered once again for the artist in all of
us! Whether you are a long time member, just joined, or thinking of joining, we
want you to try many of these exciting outdoor activities led by some of the most
experienced leaders in the AMC!
The AMC is more than just hiking, and we have brought together some of the
best our NH Chapter has to offer in experience and leadership. This year we
would like to attract advanced skiers and are lucky enough to be able to bring
advanced skiing to Chapter Activity Day! Making sure there would be snow
on Cardigan in May is tough, so our NH AMC Ski Committee Chairman Tony
Schmidt is off to Pinkham Notch for Chapter Activity Day Advanced Skiing. I
hear Tuckerman’s calling!
More great news this year! We’re also offering beginner rock climbing at
Pawtuckaway State Park! If you’ve always been curious and wanted to try,
now is the time! They provide all the equipment — just bring your sense of
adventure! We have not forgotten our water seeking adventurers. NH AMC
Paddlers will be participating on our beautiful Newfound Lake! (See below for
workshop information, times and preregistration information.)
So much to do! Trail work demonstrations and trailside emergencies (hopefully
not at the same time) will be back again and we are looking to finish our day with
a potluck dinner gathering. Sounds like a beautiful fun filled day of sharing and
meeting new members, wannabe’s, trip leaders and our long time participants.
You’re also encouraged to stay overnight Friday and/or Saturday night at
Cardigan Lodge. It’s an excellent opportunity to meet many other AMC members
with the same interests as you. Participants are responsible for making their own
overnight arrangements by calling 603-466-2727. You should also be prepared
to make your own arrangements for meals.
Cardigan Lodge is located in a beautiful area with many hiking trails, camp sites
and is close to Newfound Lake. It is a wonderful place to stay and relax for a
weekend. On Chapter Activity Day you have the added bonus of being able to
sample many of the activities the NH Chapter offers (and maybe even learn
something new). You can spend the day learning from the best leaders as they
volunteer their time and expertise. Valuable information — yours’ FREE! Did I
mention that it’s also a lot of FUN!
So what are you waiting for? Look over the activity descriptions, select those
you’d like to do most, and get the enrollment form in the mail to reserve
your slots! Send to: Keely Norton, Chapter Activity Day, 151 Pond Hill Road,
Barrington, NH 03825.

* Participation in the Classic
Summit Hike, the Tour de
Cardigan and the Family Hikes
requires preregistration. You
must contact the person as noted
in the activity description.
Register for Chapter
Activity Day!
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Cardigan Lodge Activities
H1 Hike: Over 55 Slow & Steady. Slow easy pace, 3 miles 9am-12pm, led by
Anne Melvin and Ellen Ruggles. You don’t have to be over 55 to enjoy this hike!
Geared to those who enjoy a relaxed pace with time to smell the flowers and
breathe the fresh air. This hike has small ups and downs through a beautiful
forest. For beginners, walkers, or those who haven’t hiked in years. Be sure to
bring a waterproof jacket and wear good walking shoes or hiking boots.
H2-A: Hike Embracing Nature. Slow pace, 2-4 miles 9am-12pm, led by Linda
Holton and Lyn Beattie. This hike has a bit more elevation gain. If you walk a
couple of times a week or do other moderate hikes or exercise, this hike may be
best suited for you. These leaders will show you the wonders of nature and have
you wanting more. Be sure to bring water, trail snacks, and a waterproof jacket.
Wear good walking shoes or hiking boots.
H2-B Hike: Embracing Nature. Same as above at 1pm-4pm.
H3 Hike: Squirrel Chasers. Moderate pace 4-6 miles 1pm-4pm, led by David
Ross and Ellen Ruggles. We’re taking this hike up a notch making this hike a
faster pace while still giving you enough time to check out the spring flowers
that will be popping up along the path, or if you’re so inclined, chasing a squirrel
or two. If you are used to walking three or more miles or are engaged in more
strenuous activity this hike is probably more your speed. Be sure to bring water
and trail snacks. For this hike, you’ll want a good pair of hiking boots and a
waterproof jacket.
H4 Hike: The Classic Summit Hike.* Moderate pace, 6 miles, 1,950 elev. gain.
9am-4pm led by Al Dwyer and Sam Jamke. This hike will take us to the summit
of Mt. Cardigan, where there are terrific views. If you jog, cycle, or are used to
hiking in the mountains, you’ll enjoy this hike. *For intermediate to advanced
hikers-must have hiking boots, appropriate gear/clothing, rain/wind gear, food
and water in backpack. Preregistration is required. Please contact Al Dwyer
(603) 798-3175 7-9 pm) to register.
H5 Hike: Tour de Cardigan.* Strenuous 8+ miles. This is the biggie! Elev. gain
is a lot! 9am-4pm led by Karen Thurston and Mitch Manseau. Want to see all of
Cardigan? In one day? Okay, you asked for it! For experienced/advanced hikers
only. Must be able to climb steep terrain & hike 5-8 miles at a relatively fast
pace. Must have all the appropriate gear (clothing/boots/rain/wind gear), food &
water in backpack. Preregistration is required. Please contact Karen Thurston at
(603) 778-1077 to register.
F1 Family Hike: A Mt. Cardigan hike appropriate for families with kids and
geared toward younger beginners. A big hit last year! 9am-12pm. Pre-register
with leaders by April 26. Leaders Dave Passios (978) 582-7476, dmpbrick@aol.
com and Wanda Rice (603) 437-7840 before 9pm, wandarice@comcast.net.
F2 Family Hike: Mt. Cardigan.* A family hike appropriate for kids ages 7 and up
with some hiking experience. A big hit last year! 1pm-4pm. Preregister by April
26 with leaders Dave Passios (978) 582-7476, dmpbrick@aol.com or Wanda
Rice (603) 437-7840 before 9pm, wandarice@comcast.net.
Basic Map & Compass for Kids will be taught by Richie Holstein. Contact
Dave Passios at dmpbrick@aol.com for times.
C1-A: Conservation/Nature Walk. 10am-12pm led by Bob and Mary
Harrington. Learn about local plants and animals and how to protect their habitat
during a short, slow-paced morning walk in the vicinity of Cardigan Lodge. Wear
good hiking shoes or boots and bring a waterproof jacket.
C2-B: Conservation/Nature Walk. Led by Bob & Mary Harrington. Same as
C1-A above repeated at 1pm-3pm.

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* Participation in Pawtuckaway,
Newfound Lake and Pinkham
Notch activities requires
preregistration. You must contact
the person as noted in the
activity description.
L1: Map & Compass Instruction. 9am-12pm led by Bob Humphrey. Always a
full house! Learn the basics of off-trail navigation through an introduction to map
reading, terrain association, and directional control using a compass. Geared
toward beginners or those with just a little prior experience. You’ll need a Silva-
type compass and pencil.
Basic Map & Compass for Kids Taught by Richie Holstein. Contact the Dave
Passios at (978) 582-7476
dmpbrick@aol.com for more info.
L2: Field Navigation with Map & Compass Bushwhack. 1pm-4pm led by
Bob Humphrey. Another favorite! Off-trail wilderness travel exercise in a small
group with an experienced instructor. Some prior map and compass training or
experience helpful, or practice what you learned during the morning session of
map and compass instruction. You’ll need a compass, hiking clothes and boots,
safety glasses or some form of eye protection, a small backpack with rain gear,
water and snacks if you desire.
N1-A: Nature & Scenic Outdoor Photography. 10am-12pm led by Paul
Hopkins. Learn the basics of capturing the best nature has to offer with your
camera. Participants will need their own camera, suitable hiking attire, rain gear,
and good hiking shoes or boots.
N1-B: Nature & Scenic Outdoor Photography. Led by Paul Hopkins. Same as
N1-A above repeated at 1pm-3pm.
T1-A: Trail Maintenance Demo. 9am-10:30am led by Bill Darcy. Is it wider and
deeper or deeper and wider? Learn how and why the trails in the northeast are
some of the best maintained in the country. Keeping our trails in the condition
we have come to expect would not be possible without hundreds of AMC
volunteers giving thousands of hours each year. Anyone and everyone with or
without experience are welcome.
T1-B: Trail Maintenance Demo. Led by Bill Darcy. Same as T1-A above
repeated at 1pm-2:30pm.
E1-A: Trailside Emergencies/Wilderness First Aid. 10:30am-12pm led by
Bill Darcy. Do you know how to handle an emergency in the back country? Join
us for this introduction to first aid in the wilderness where we’ll cover how to
manage an emergency scene, treat a few of the most common hiking injuries
and when and how to request and coordinate assistance.
E1-B: Trailside Emergencies/Wilderness First Aid. Led by Bill Darcy. Same
as E1-A above repeated at 2:30pm-4pm.
Pawtuckaway State Park Activities
R1: Beginner Rock Climbing.* Led by Thor Smith. Join us for an introductory
session in beautiful Pawtuckaway State Park. You’ve always wanted to try, so
just do it! Our Mountaineering Committee will provide everything you need, all
the equipment. Here is your chance to safely learn the basics of rock climbing
with experienced AMC instructors. Find out about equipment and whether you
like rock climbing, before you go out and spend your money on gear. Usually
limited to 8 participants. Preregistration is required. Get time, direction and
preregister by April 26 by calling Thor Smith at 603-224-4388.
Newfound Lake Activities
P1: Flat Water Paddle with Kayak/Canoe Demo. Led by John Jenkins of
the NH AMC Paddlers. Join us for an introductory session at Newfound Lake.
Suitable for beginners and those with some experience. We will have some
boats if you sign up early. You’ll need to dress in layers and wear comfortable
footwear you don’t mind getting wet. Bring a bottle of water, some snacks, and
a change of clothes — just in case. Additionally, we will have a kayak/canoe
demo. This is an excellent opportunity to check out the variety of boats and

Register for Chapter
Activity Day!
AMC Now Hiring
Summer & Fall Staff
Know anyone looking for a seasonal
job in the great outdoors? The White
Mountain Huts will finish reviewing
applications at the end of Jan., but
all other locations will have openings
into March and April, and then again
for fall.
Visit www.outdoors.org/seasonal for a
list of jobs and deadlines to apply.
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equipment before you invest in paddling gear. A number of different styles of
paddling will be represented to include white water, flat-water and excursion.
Please contact John Jenkins at
zoar2004@comcast.net or
(508) 254-4138 to sign up for this event.
Pinkham Notch Activities
S1: Advanced Skiing in Tuckerman’s Ravine. Led by Tony Schmidt. I get a
rush just typing this. What can I say? There will be no instruction at this activity
— just a good day of skiing. I’m sure it’s going to be completely amazing! Here’s
what Tony has to say: Ski Tuckerman’s Ravine — advanced skiing in the chutes
and snowfields of Mt. Washington’s Tuckerman’s ravine, conditions dependent.
I think I can even hear it as I’m picturing it. A definite rush! For advanced skiers
only! Participants must preregister with NH AMC Ski Committee Chairman Tony
Schmidt at 726-7256 or skinhamc@gmail.com. Get time and directions during
preregistration.
Potluck!
Join us for a potluck at Cardigan Lodge from 4-5 pm followed by closing
comments & clean up. Feel free to bring a dish or dessert that can easily be
served without kitchen duty. A refrigerator will be available.
Mtn. Leadership School Now Accepting Reservations
The 2010 Mountain Leadership School schedule is now available online at
www.outdoors.org/leadership. Now in its 52nd year, MLS is a five-day
wilderness leadership training program designed to help you lead groups with
minimal impact in the backcountry. It’s perfect for new or experienced trip
leaders looking to improve their skills. Participants will discover and develop
their own leadership style and learn new techniques such as Trip Planning,
Map & Compass, Time Management, Group Dynamics, Leave No Trace, and
Accident Scene Management. Scholarships are available for Chapter trip
leaders. Check with your Chapter Chair for more information.
See www.outdoors.org/leadership for details or call 603-466-2727 to reserve
your spot at MLS.
Annual Spring Workshop
Cardigan Lodge, April 23-25
This workshop is designed to offer instruction in safe mountain travel, introduce
beginners to three season hiking skills, and introduce intermediates to advanced
hiking backpacking or and leadership skills.
The cost is $120.00 for AMC members ($135.00 for non-members) and
includes lodging, excellent meals, materials, and instruction. Register online at
AMC_Registration.ccntr.org
If you’re unsure of attending, unsure about what class to sign up for, or just need
more info, please contact Director Rick Silverberg (603-225-5921, 7-10:30 p.m.)
Convenient Online Form. Complete the form online, then PRINT and mail.

Chapter Activity Day Enrollment Form

Saturday, May 1, 2010
(Please use one form per person; photocopy the form for additional participants)

Name ______________________________________________________Ph# ________________________________

Address ________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________

Email ________________________@_____________________________

Activities: Please review the schedule and activities, then enter the activity number (and session #, if applicable) for
each activity you’d like to participate in. (Ex. N1 or E1-A). Please be sure the activity times you choose do not conflict.
Mail to: Keely Norton, Chapter Activity Day, 151 Pond Hill Road, Barrington, NH 03825
Save a copy of this for yourself with the date so you don’t forget!
Please consider bringing something for the potluck at the end of the festivities!
See you there!

Chapter Activity Day Schedule

Activity # Activity
Registration and Continental Breakfast 7:30-8:45 am
Introduction and Announcements 8:45-9 am
H-1 Hike Over 55 Slow & Steady 9 am-12 pm
H2-A Hike Embracing Nature 9 am-12 pm
H2-B Hike Embracing Nature 1-4 pm
H3 Hike Squirrel Chasers 1-4 pm
H4 Hike The Classic Summit Hike* 9 am-4 pm
H5 Hike Tour de Cardigan* 9 am-4 pm
F1 Family Hike, young beginners* 9 am-12 pm
F2 Family Hike, some exp. Age 7+* 1-4 pm

C1 Conservation/Nature Walk 10 am-12 pm

C2 Conservation/Nature Walk 1-3 pm
L1 Map & Compass Instruction 9 am-12 pm
L2 Field Navigation/Bushwhack 1-4 pm
N1-A Nature & Scenic Outdoor Photography 10 am-12 pm
N1-B Nature & Scenic Outdoor Photography 1-3 pm
T1-A Trail Maintenance Demonstration 9 am-10:30 am
T1-B Trail Maintenance Demonstration 1-2:30 pm
E1-A Trailside Emergencies/Wilderness F.A. 10:30am-12pm
E1-B Trailside Emergencies/Wilderness F.A. 2:30-4 pm
P1 Flat Water Paddle* 9 am-4 pm – on Newfound Lake
R1 Beginner Rock Climbing* 9 am-4 pm – at Pawtuckaway State Park
S-1 Advanced Skiing* All day at Pinkham Notch. No Instuction. Advance Skiing Tuckerman's
Potluck Gathering 4-5 pm

* Requires preregistration. See the activity description for contact info.

Lunch is BYO (Bring Your Own) from 12 to 1pm inside Cardigan Lodge. We will be having a potluck at the end of the festivities at
4-5pm followed by closing comments & clean up. Please join us, and if you feel so inclined, bring a dish or dessert that can easily
be served without kitchen duty. A refrigerator will be available.
 Membership in a Bottle
In addition to a one-year membership, you will receive:
A Nalgene® water bottle * A $10 gift certificate good for AMC books, lodging, and
workshops * An AMC window decal * A subscription to AMC Outdoors * Our Chapter
newsletter, Mountain Passages * A new member packet with a welcome letter,
information brochure, and member ID card

Membership in a Bottle Makes a Great Gift!

Please select the membership category:

___ Individual Membership in a Bottle Kits ($40 each - a 20% new member discount!)
___ Family Membership in a Bottle Kits ($60 each - 20% new member discount!)
___ Senior Membership in a Bottle Kits ($25 each, age 69 and over). Your age: ____
___ Young Member Membership in a Bottle Kits ($25 each, up to age 30). Your age: ____

 Membership in a Bottle is available to new AMC members only, not for AMC membership renewals.

Membership in a Bottle will be sent to the address below, and the membership will be recorded in that
name, unless you indicate otherwise.
New Member’s Name: __________________________________________________________________
Street:_____________________________________________________________________________________
City, State, Zip: ________________________________________________________________________
Phone:__________________________Email:________________________@__________________________

Is this a gift membership? Yes ____      No ____

Please mail the completed form with check (payable to AMC-NH Chapter) to: Keely Norton, 151 Pond Hill
Road, Barrington, NH 03825. Questions? Contact Keely at 603-630-5270 or membership@amc-nh.org.

Limited “Membership in a Bottle” kits available! Order yours now before they run out!

AMC Member Center

Use the Member Center to get Mountain Passages electronically, renew your
membership, or update your member profile.
NEW! Get a weekly digest of upcoming AMC-NH activities sent to your email
inbox!
Go to www.outdoors.org/membercenter. Use your member number to confirm
your member information on the Member Validation page if you
don’t already have a username and password.
 AMC-NH Chapter Dinner Program
Sat., April 17
Pheasant Ridge Country Club, 140 Country Club Rd., Gilford, NH 03249

Guest Speaker: Scott Taylor

Trouble at 11,000 Feet: Rescue on Mt. Adams
6 p.m. social hour (cash bar and appetizers)
7 p.m. dinner followed by the program
Menu: Tossed Garden Salad, Pot Roast Topped with Diced Tomatoes and Baby Onions, Vegetable & Three Cheese Lasagna,
Starch and Vegetable, Dinner Rolls, French Vanilla Ice Cream with Strawberry Topping.
Directions: Take I-93, Exit 20 onto Rte. 3. Proceed to Laconia by-pass, take Rte. 11A Exit East. Then right onto Country Club Rd.
For questions or additional information,
Call Janice Bremer, Hospitality Co-Chair at 603-672-9626 (until 8:30 p.m. only)

Registration Form
AMC-NH Chapter Dinner Program
Sat., April 17, 2010
$25 Members; $28 Non-Members
Name Phone# $
Name Phone# $
Total enclosed: $

Please send Registration Form and your check payable to AMC-NH Chapter to:
Janice Bremer, 50 Quarry Circle, Milford, NH 03055
All registrations must be received by Friday, April 9
You will not receive a confirmation, however, if this program is cancelled for any reason, you will be notified.

New!
Convenient online registration!
Go to amc-nh.org to register and pay by credit card online!

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Mountain Passages
Volume 36, No. 2
- March/April 2010 -
Mountain Passages is published
six times a year by the
New Hampshire Chapter of the
Appalachian Mountain Club.
Editor: Renée Robertie
Submissions. Members may submit articles
or photos (hi-res jpegs) to newsletter@
amc-nh.org. Articles may be edited at the
discretion of the editor to meet space and
style requirements. Publication is on a space-
available basis. While Mountain Passages
does not pay for submissions, a byline or
photo credit is given.
Advertising. The AMC NH Chapter members
enjoy the outdoors year-round by hiking,
paddling, skiing, backpacking, climbing and
biking and more!
For information and the 2010 Ad Rate Sheet,
send an email to newsletter@amc-nh.org.
Deadline for the January/May/June issue of
Mountain Passages is April 1, 2010.
We reserve the right to refuse any
submission, photo or advertising that is not
consistent with the mission of the AMC.
Address Changes. Address changes or other
changes to your membership must be made
through AMC Member Services at 5 Joy St.
Boston, MA 02108; 800-372-1758; outdoors.
org/membercenter
Please note: Member address updates cannot
be handled by AMC-NH officers, committee
chairs, or the newsletter editor.
What? Why When?
Where? How?
Ever wonder how things get done in
the AMC and NH Chapter? How can
you become a Committee member or
leader? How are trips decided? What
are the AMC’s conservation priorities?
We’ve created a new email address
for you to send your questions. So, if
you’ve always been wondering...now’s
the time to ASK! Send an email to
ASK@amc-nh.org. Watch for answers
in upcoming issues of Mountain
Passages.
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AMC-NH Executive Committee
Chapter Chair chair@amc-nh.org
Eric Savage 603-772-6259
Vice Chair vicechair@amc-nh.org
Karen Thurston 603-778-1077
Treasurer treasurer@amc-nh.org
Kathy Ratcliffe 603-456-3708
Secretary secretary@amc-nh.org
Jennifer Varney
Conservation conservation@amc-nh.org
Bob Harrington 603-524-1464
Ross Garofalo 603-264-4412
Education education@amc-nh.org
Bob Humphrey 603-456-3708
Paul Berry 603-423-1192
Excursions excursions@amc-nh.org
David Ross 603-224-6786
Peter Hope 603-863-6456
Hospitality hospitality@amc-nh.org
Kathy Ratcliffe 603-456-3708
Janice Bremer
Membership membership@amc-nh.org
Mitch Manseau 603-744-2332
Keely Norton 603-630-5270
Mountaineering mountaineering@amc-nh.org
Thor Smith 603-224-4388
Tom Meredith
Newsletter newsletter@amc-nh.org
Renée Robertie 603-566-8270
Paddling paddling@amc-nh.org
Tom Todd
Programs programs@amc-nh.org
Ron Janowitz 603-625-9848
Janice Bremer
Skiing ski@amc-nh.org
Tony Schmidt 603-726-7256
Trails trails@amc-nh.org
Bill Darcy 603-224-0709
Web Master webmaster@amc-nh.org
Kim Rexford 603-497-2500
Young Members youngmembers@amc-nh.org
Ross Garofalo 603-264-4412
Wayne Goertel
Past Chapter Chair pastchair@amc-nh.org
Paul Berry 603-423-1192
Regional Dir. NH/ME regionaldirector@amc-nh.org
John Dolloff 207-415-6702
Over 55 over55group@amc-nh.org
Nancy Seavey 603-586-7727
Linda Holton 603-433-4909
Family Group familygroup@amc-nh.org
Dave Passios 978-582-7476
AMC-NH Chapter Website www.amc-nh.org
Address changes and membership renewals:
AMC Member Services, 5 Joy Street, Boston, MA 02108
617-523-0636 or www.outdoors.org/membercenter