AMC Narragansett Chapter Young Members 20s/30s Meetup

Activity Type: Social | Local Socials
Difficulty: 1 - Accessible
Trip Leader(s): Christopher Vieira, James Meredith
Registration Type: Show & Go
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Audience: 20’s & 30’s

Description: Join the Narragansett 20s/30s on a social outing to Apponaug Brewing Company in Warwick, Rhode Island. Gather with others who love the outdoors and spend the evening sharing stories, meeting new faces or seeing old friends, and make plans for the rest of the summer season.

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Activity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 3 - Easy
Trip Leader(s): Christopher Vieira, James Meredith
Registration Type: Application
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Audience: 20’s & 30’s

Description: Join the Narragansett 20s/30s on a hike through Neutaconkanut Hill Park in Providence, RI. The Hill is the highest point in Providence at 296 feet above sea level. From the hilltop meadow and from several hiking trails are spectacular views of the city and nearly a quarter of the State. The main loop is 1.7 miles with 229 ft of elevation gain. We will plan on completing this loop two to three times (depending on how the group feels), for a total distance of about 3/4.5 miles with portions of steep terrain at ~400/600 ft of elevation gain. Participants should be capable of hiking this distance at a moderate pace (35 min/mile).
Participants are required to bring: 1 liter of water, Snacks as needed, shoes capable of withstanding mud, and possible standing water.
After the hike, we will stop by somewhere nearby to get an early lunch / snack if there is interest.

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Activity Type: Camping | Lodges, Huts, Camps, Cabins, & Campsites
Difficulty: 2 - Relaxed
Trip Leader(s): Lauren Buchholz, Christopher Vieira
Registration Type: Application
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Audience: 20’s & 30’s

Description: Join the Narragansett Chapter 20s & 30s on a four-day car camping trip to Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, Maine!
Campsites must be booked six months in advance, so the initial sign-up deadline for this event is 31 January 2026. We will leave the registration open until a few days before the event in case those who signed up are unable to attend or in case additional campsites become available, but we cannot guarantee a spot for anyone who signs up after 31 January.
Interested in a longer trip? We’re also visiting the 100 Mile Wilderness from August 30 - September 1. It’s about 2.5 hours north of Acadia.
Cost Approximately $110, broken down as follows:
$45 for the campsite ($15 per night)* $35 for a 7-day pass for the park (paid by card when entering park) $15 for showers ($5 per person, assuming you want to shower at the YMCA. See “Campsite” section below) $15 for one bundle of locally-purchased firewood This cost excludes food. Participants are responsible for their own food. See “Where to Eat” and “What to Bring” sections below.

• Participants will be expected to pay trip leaders for the cost of the campsite ($45) after they’ve been confirmed for the trip and before the leaders book them a campsite. Leaders will book the first round of campsites in February and will provide more details to registered participants. Payment can be sent via Venmo, Zelle, or PayPal.
  Participant Requirements All participants must be approved by trip leaders. Participants must have attended at least one Narragansett Chapter 20s and 30s camping weekend trip so that the leader may gauge their readiness for this camping trip.
  Participants should understand that the primary form of entertainment on this trip will be hiking and other outdoor activities, and they should therefore have the physical capability to engage in such activities.
  Leaders reserve the right to request that participants attend additional AMC events prior to being approved for this Acadia trip, and they also reserve the right to reject participants. Leaders may call people who sign up to ask additional questions about their readiness for this event.
  Campsite We will be booking multiple sites in the Blackwoods Campground and assigning these sites to registered participants. This campground is an official campground located within the borders of the park (as opposed to private campsites outside of the park), and it is relatively close to all of the popular hikes.
  The campground offers: Potable water for drinking/cooking Flush toilets Fire rings and grills The chance to get off the grid (read: there is little to no cell reception)
  Note that the campground itself does not have showers, but there are a few private options for showers nearby: The Otter Creek facility just a few minutes outside of the campground offers coin operated showers. We’ll call the facility for specific prices when the season begins, but it looks to be a minimum of $7 for 5 minutes of hot water, and then you’d pay for every additional minute of water that you’d like The Mt. Desert YMCA about 15 minutes from the campground has showers for a flat $5 fee. You don’t need a membership, but you will have to sign forms and be added to their system for insurance/legal purposes.
  Additionally note there is no camp store inside the campground, but there are convenience stores a short drive away. The town of Bar Harbor is also approximately 15 minutes away, and they have standard grocery stores.
  Finally, note that campsites are limited to one car each. All other cars must park in nearby overflow lots. We are aiming for 2 people per campsite, though this may change based on number of participants and tent size.
  Again, THERE IS LITTLE TO NO CELL RECEPTION IN THE PARK. Please plan accordingly.

What to Do In The Park Since we’re expecting a large group, we will not have a formal itinerary. Participants should attend this trip with the expectation that they will be responsible for planning their own day-to-day activities. The park offers a variety of outdoor physical activities.
What to Eat Participants are expected to bring their own food and snacks for all meals.
The town of Bar Harbor is 15 minutes away with options for food, but we prefer eating around the campfire. Please plan accordingly.
Weather The average high in August is in the 70s, while the average low is in the 50s. Fog is common, and our campground is near the coast, so expect damp conditions even if it doesn’t rain.
What to Bring
“Housing” Tent (including rainfly/tarp for the top of the tent) Sleeping bag Sleeping pad Headlamp (so you can find your way around the campground and find the toilets in the dark) Camp chair Sleeping bag liner (optional) Pillow (optional) Portable lamp for inside the tent/around the campfire (optional) Blanket (optional) Tent footprint/tarp for beneath the tent to protect against rain and moisture (optional)
Clothing & Shoes Sturdy hiking shoes 5 days’ worth of clothes Sunglasses and/or hat Shower flip-flops Rain jacket (recommended) Rain pants (recommended) Shoes to wear around camp (optional) Swimsuit (optional — the ocean will be around 55-60 degrees, but inland lakes are around 70 degrees)
Food Cooler for food Five days’ worth of food Snacks as needed Energy drinks/tablets (optional) Camp stove (optional) Plates (optional) Utensils Water bottle
Electronics Satellite communicator (optional) Battery packs to charge electronic devices eReader
Toiletries Shampoo Conditioner Body wash Toothbrush Toothpaste Soap Hygiene products Towels
Other Sunscreen Backpack for day hikes Insect repellent Entertainment (books, card games, etc) Any required medication

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Activity Type: Camping | Lodges, Huts, Camps, Cabins, & Campsites
Difficulty: 2 - Relaxed
Trip Leader(s): Christopher Vieira, Lauren Buchholz
Registration Type: Application
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Audience: 20’s & 30’s

Description: Join the Narragansett 20s & 30s on a three-day car camping trip by AMC’s 100 Mile Wilderness region in Maine! The 100 Mile Wilderness is a 100-mile stretch of the Appalachian Trail that's well-known for being challenging and remote. During the day, you'll have the opportunity to embark on some safe day hikes in a choose your own adventure style, and at night we'll be car camping nearby at a popular site with running water, showers, and potentially, hot meals. No official AMC hikes will be run as part of this camping event, but participants are free to connect with each other and explore the surrounding area.
This car camping trip immediately follows a separate 20s/30s car camping trip to Acadia National Park approximately 2.5 hours south of the 100 Mile Wilderness. We're expecting that some people will want to attend both camping trips, and Acadia campsites for the month of August have to be booked in February, so we're gauging interest in both of these events now. Once we have a headcount for this 100 Mile Wilderness trip and have booked sites for the Acadia trip, we will plan and secure a specific campsite in the 100 Mile Wilderness.
We are hoping to finalize the group list for both this trip and the Acadia trip by the end of January 2026. Registration will remain open until a few days before the event in August in case registered participants are unable to attend or additional campsites become available; however, we cannot guarantee a spot for anyone who signs up after January 31, 2026 .
Cost Participants can expect to pay between $30 and $60 for the entire weekend’s campsite registration fees. This cost does not include food. Participants are responsible for providing their own food. Please see the “What to Eat” and “What to Bring” sections below.

• Participants will be expected to pay trip leaders for the above cost of the campsite sometime in February after they’ve been confirmed for the trip and before the leaders book them a campsite. Payment can be sent via Venmo, Zelle, or PayPal.
  Participant Requirements All participants must be approved by the trip leaders. Participants must have attended at least one Narragansett Chapter AMC 20s & 30s camping weekend trip so that leaders may gauge readiness for this trip. Participants should understand that the primary forms of entertainment will be hiking and other outdoor activities and should have the physical ability to participate. Leaders reserve the right to request that participants attend additional AMC events prior to approval and also reserve the right to reject participants.
  What to Eat Participants are expected to bring their own food and snacks for all meals. While it's possible that our campsite will offer meals, we cannot guarantee that it will, and either way, we plan to eat primarily around the campfire. The 100 Mile Wilderness is not particularly close to stores and restaurants, so please plan accordingly.
  Weather The average high in August is in the 70s , and the average low is in the 50s .
  What to Bring Housing Tent (including rainfly or tarp) Sleeping bag Sleeping pad Headlamp (for navigating the campground and locating restrooms at night) Camp chair Sleeping bag liner (optional) Pillow (optional) Portable lamp for inside the tent or around the campfire (optional) Blanket (optional) Tent footprint or tarp to place beneath the tent for rain and moisture protection (optional) Clothing & Shoes Sturdy hiking shoes Sunglasses and/or hat Shower flip-flops Rain jacket (recommended) Rain pants (recommended) Shoes to wear around camp (optional) Food Cooler for food Three days’ worth of food Snacks, as needed Energy drinks or tablets (optional) Camp stove (optional) Plates (optional) Utensils Water bottle Electronics Satellite communicator (optional) Battery packs for charging electronic devices eReader (optional) Toiletries Shampoo Conditioner Body wash Toothbrush Toothpaste Soap Hygiene products Towels Other Sunscreen Backpack for day hikes Insect repellent Entertainment (books, card games, etc.) Any required medication

Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!