AMC Highland Center Presents: Art Opening & Exhibit by Byron Carr

AMC Highland Center at Crawford Notch Route 302, Bretton Woods

When Byron Carr first started painting with oils a well-known artist told him that Nature is the greatest teacher: go outside and paint! Byron has been painting in the White Mountains in all seasons ever since. He strives to capture the visual impression of the scenes he admires in the mountains. Join us for a … Continue reading AMC Highland Center Presents: Art Opening & Exhibit by Byron Carr

AMC Highland Center Presents: Night Hike with AMC Guides

AMC Highland Center at Crawford Notch Route 302, Bretton Woods

Join AMC guides for a chance to experience winter at night in the White Mountains. This will be a short walk with opportunities for night sky viewing. Highland Happenings programs are free and open to all, and begin at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Call to find out more or to be added to our … Continue reading AMC Highland Center Presents: Night Hike with AMC Guides

AMC Highland Center Presents: Brush & Pen – Artists & Writers of the White Mountains

AMC Highland Center at Crawford Notch Route 302, Bretton Woods

Brush and Pen is a featured film screening. The film explores the relationship between the artists and writers of the 19th century and their connection with the White Mountains. Highland Happenings programs are free and open to all, and begin at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Call to find out more or to be added … Continue reading AMC Highland Center Presents: Brush & Pen – Artists & Writers of the White Mountains

Earth Day Open House at AMC Highland Center

AMC Highland Center at Crawford Notch Route 302, Bretton Woods

Join AMC for our celebration of Earth Day with an open house on Saturday, April 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with lunch available for purchase from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. We'll have family friendly activities ongoing throughout the day, including Trailhead Trash Pickup, Recycled Crafts, Litter Relay, Citizen Science, and more. This … Continue reading Earth Day Open House at AMC Highland Center

AMC Highland Center Presents: Campfire with S’mores!

AMC Highland Center at Crawford Notch Route 302, Bretton Woods

Join us for a spring evening campfire complete with s'mores! Highland Happenings programs are free and open to all, and begin at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Call to find out more or to be added to our monthly email list: (603) 278-4453 or outdoors.org/highlandhappenings.

AMC Highland Center Presents: Zen on the Trail

AMC Highland Center at Crawford Notch Route 302, Bretton Woods

Author Christopher Ives will give a reading from his book Zen on the Trail. Zen on the Trail opens a window on hiking as a form of pilgrimage, as a spiritual practice that can deepen one's connection to the natural world. While introducing readers to Buddhist contemplative practices on the trail and an array of … Continue reading AMC Highland Center Presents: Zen on the Trail

LODGE TO HUT: MOUNT WASHINGTON HIKE AND OVERNIGHT AT LAKES OF THE CLOUDS

AMC Highland Center at Crawford Notch Route 302, Bretton Woods

Join an AMC Outdoor Guide on an attempt to summit New England's highest peak, Mount Washington. At 6,288' the "rock pile" should be on everyone's bucket list. Often underestimated due to its low elevation for a summit above treeline, and it's relatively short mileage. This challenging hike may be difficult for some to accomplish in … Continue reading LODGE TO HUT: MOUNT WASHINGTON HIKE AND OVERNIGHT AT LAKES OF THE CLOUDS

WOMEN’S ADVENTURE: HIKE AND PADDLE

AMC Highland Center at Crawford Notch Route 302, Bretton Woods

Participants will enjoy one day focused on hiking in beautiful Crawford Notch, with skills such as hiking safety above treeline, use of map & compass, Leave No TraceĀ©, and basic first aid skills. Participants will spend the second day learning the basics of flatwater paddling in a canoe, on scenic Moore Reservoir, on the Connecticut … Continue reading WOMEN’S ADVENTURE: HIKE AND PADDLE

LODGE TO HUT: PRESIDENTIAL TRAVERSE

AMC Highland Center at Crawford Notch Route 302, Bretton Woods

Join AMC on this hut-to-hut adventure as we explore the Presidential Range from North to South. Beginning with dinner and a comfortable night's lodging at AMC's Highland Center; we gear up for our backcountry adventure. We embark on our hike up the Airline Trail to Madison Spring Hut. The next day we traverse the rocky … Continue reading LODGE TO HUT: PRESIDENTIAL TRAVERSE

FAMILY ADVENTURE: LODGE TO HUT

AMC Highland Center at Crawford Notch Route 302, Bretton Woods

This program offers a perfect introduction to hut hiking in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. After orientation activities and a night's sleep at Highland Lodge in Crawford Notch, we'll begin our adventure with a moderate hike in Crawford Notch. During the afternoon we'll learn and hone our map reading and compass skills, and practice … Continue reading FAMILY ADVENTURE: LODGE TO HUT