The AMC mission statement is a big concept. It embraces all of the following: enjoyment and recreation, education and advocacy, and the protection and “stewardship of the mountains, forests, waters and trails of the Appalachian region”. All this can only accomplished because of the dedicated engagement of hundreds of volunteers, whose passion impels them to using, supporting, appreciating, maintaining and conserving our mountains, forests and waters. We all truly love our natural world. And we have deep gratitude for ALL that ALL those volunteers do each week, all year, to support the work of the AMC.

Our own chapter also depends entirely on the work of volunteers, who give hundreds of hours a month here in Rhode Island, in various ways, to support the AMC mission. But we now need more help. Your Chapter’s Executive Committee is asking for volunteers who can “come in from the outdoors” for a little bit, and help us with the “behind the scenes” work that is essential to our chapter.

So here are your opportunities! We need the following right away:

Chapter Secretary – Duties include taking minutes, distributing agenda/minutes electronically for Executive Committee meetings and other chapter meetings. Assist with other Board communications occasionally. Must have own laptop and basic computer skills. Critical Executive Committee position. Requires attendance at monthly Executive Committee meetings, second Wednesday of each month for 1.5 hours.. Two year commitment desired but this can be discussed. Please contact Bonnie England at bonniedune@aol.com

Local Hike SubChair - (Carol Baldwin has volunteered for this position.) This is a dynamic “behind the scenes” position that approves and communicates local hikes activities to our membership. Opportunity to communicate and meet with all our wonderful Rhode Island local hikes leaders, and assist in training new local hikes leaders. Position requires interest in helping others, basic computer skills, and good communication skills. Current Sub-Chair Herrick Spencer will train you! Position available immediately. Contact Herrick Spencer at 401 723-1974.

There is fun to be had doing the “indoor” things also! Please help us by volunteering for one of these really important positions. I hope to hear from you soon!

Bonnie England, Chapter Chair