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The Nominating Committee will the Chapter's Annual Meeting. Together, present the following slate of Nominees the 13 of them are the Executive Board at the Annual Meeting on November 1. that run the Chapter. According to our Chapter's By-Laws; the Our Chapter's Standing Operating Executive Board shall be chosen by Bal- Rules speci$ that Committee Vice-Chairs lot, provided however, that should there are approved at the first Executive Board be but one nominee for an office, elec- meeting following the Annual Meeting. tion may be by voice vote. Executive Board meetings are held the Additional nominations may be made fourth Tuesday of the month at Bourne in writing by any ten members, who shall Community Building starting at 7:00 p.v. specifu their candidate and the office for which they nominate. Such nominations Annual Meeting shall be placed in the hands ofthe Chair- The Annual Meeting is a full day. person of the Nominating Committee not There will be hiking and biking during the later than 2 I days prior to the date of the day. These activities are a good introduc- Annual Meeting. tion to the Southeastern Massachusetts Chapter/AMC. See page 7 for details 1998 Nominees The evening schedule starts with a So- Chapter Chair...... Louise Desrochers cial Hour where it expected 90-100 will Vice-Chair... ..Lou Sikorsky attend. Dress is casual. New members can Treasurer...... Charles Farrell meet and talk with hiking, biking canoe- Secretary...... Linda Wells ing and skiing leaders about trips they The Southeastern Massachusetts Biking Chair...... "...... Caro1 Julien have read about in the "Breeze" Chapter is organizing a SOLO Wilder- Canoe Chair...... Carrie Dobson During the evening, a short business ness First-aid training for the Spring of Communication Chair.....Mary Calhoun meeting will take place to elect a new Ex- 1998. It be at Camp Lyndon in Sand- Conservation Chair...... Luke Leonard will ecutive Board, recognize Chapter Lead- Education Chair...... Connie Peterson wich, Massachusetts. Chapter Leaders ers and to make announcements about to help pay for Hiking Chair...... Dexter Robinson will receive scholarships Chapter events. who are Membership Chair...... Mary Gravel the cost of attending. Members After a delicious Buffet Dinner, our Skiing Chair...... Mary DuBois-Leeson not leaders and want to take the course evening speaker will be Michael Tougias. Trails Committee Chair...... John Poirier will pay full Price. The course will take Michael is the an author of AMC Books place on April l8-19, 1998. More de- The four Chapter Officers and the nine such as Nature Walks in Eastem Mass- tails and registration form in the next year Committee Chairs all serve one achusetts. Please Join us for a great time! Breeze, Questions? Call Bruce Dunham with their terms starting and ending at Non-Members Welcomed. at 508 587-0679 6-9 p.m. e-mail to:[email protected] Thurs. Oct. 2. North Eastham. Park CL Walter Wells, (586-3771, e- mail opposite Tilton Gravel (was Roach's) [email protected] on Nauset Rd.. E off Rte. 6. L. Larry Cotreau (385-2943). Chair, David Bennett 222-6943 Sat.o November 15. Borderland State Vice-Chair, Dexter Robinson Park (B3D). Beginner Hike starting at Sun. Oct. 5. Mashpee River Wood- (781) 294-8840 l0:15e.v. Join us for coffee and a New lands. From Mashpee Rotary go E 0.4 Member Slide Show and Orientation at mi. on Rte 28 to R on Ave., Hike Rating : First character indicates dis- Quiniquisset 9:00 A.M. L Bruce Dunham 587-0679 pkg tance in miles. Second Character indicates 0.7 mi. to R on Mashpee Neck Rd to leader's pace. (average terrain), Third char- area at 1.1 miles on R. L. Nancy Wigley Sat., Nov. 22. Join an 8-mile walking acter indicates terrain: (548-2362\. tour of the historic Blackstone Canal. #Miles Pace moh Terrain L. Ray Butts, 880-8597. Thurs. Oct.9. Yarmouthport, Chase M=13+ l=v.fast/2.5+ A=v. strenuous Garden Creek. N from Route 6.4 at " A=9- l3 Z=Iastll B=strenuous Sat., Dec.6. Map and Compass Work- Rod and Gun Club" sign 0.5 mi. E of B=5-8 3=moderaie/1.5 C=average shop in F. Gilbert Hills S.F. Hands-on Gefty Sta. and Station Ave. L Richard C= 5- 4=leisurely D=easy experience using a compass and orien- Kaiser (375-0571). CL Barbara Rogers Hikers of their ability should try only teering map. L. John Poirier, 822-1372. unsure 362-3951\. one level higher than previously completed. CL. Louise Desrochers, 673-9752.

NOTE: NO PETS without permission from the trip Sun. Oct. 12. \\'ellfleet, Great Island. Sat., Dec. 13. Winter Hiking, Part 1. leader. Individuals under 18 must obtain prior Park in lot at end of Chequessett Neck The first of a series of hikes introducing consent from the Trip Leader Rd. off Rte 6 at "Wellfleet Center" sigr. three-season hikers to the rewards and L Ken Coulson (-132-9107). Sat., Oct. 4. Wamer Trail-Edgehill pleasures of winter hiking. (A3C). Snowshoe the Sau-ver Pond Trail. Snou'- Road to S. Walpole St. (B3C) L Charley Thurs. Oct. 16. Harwich, Herring shoes can be rented. L. Dexter Robinson Farrell, 822-2123. River Scenic Tr. N on Depot Rd from (781-294-8840 7-9P.M.. e-maii Rte 18 at Barbo's. 1.5 mi. on R, park at Mon., Oct 13. Borderland State Park Walter Wells. (586- to:[email protected] CL bike path. (B3D). Good Beginner Hike. L. Bruce 31 7 7, e-mail to:wells I 05 @aol.com L Margaret Elliott (432-2613) Dunham 587-0679. 6-9 p.m. Sat., Dec.20. Blue Hills-The Great CL Al Meade (.896-2296). Sat.-Sun., Oct. 18-19. Chapter Hut Dome Trail. (A3C) A pleasant walk Sun. Oct. 19. Yarmouthport, Dennis Night at Carter Notch. Hike in Saturday through the woods with some hills. L. Pond. S on Summer St. off 64. to park in over 19-Mile Brook Trail or, for the am- Louise Desrochers, 673-9752. CL. John Dennis Pond pkg lot. L Alice Oberdorf bitious and in shape, over the Wildcats. Poirier, 822-1372. Please notifu Dave Bennett which trail 771-8261 CL Harry Dombrosk 385-9502. you prefer so an equitable distribution of Thurs., Jan. 1. New Year's Day Hike. Thurs. Oct. 23. Orleans., Rock Harbor food and supplies can be arranged. Pre- Borderland State Park (B3D) to Nickerson. Orleans Rotary on Rte. 6 registration is required. L. Bruce Dunham. 587-0619. tbllou' signs to Rock Harbor for Bayside Sunday, Oct.26. Friends of the Warner hike. Part barefooted (some water). Trail hike. Wampum Corner to Diamond l. \4alcolm Ide (255-2805) CL Jack Hill. Ten miles of mostly level walking. Handlen (255-5292). Bring lunch and water. Annual FOWT Cape Cod Hikes, Coordinator: Alice meeting to follow with pot-luck supper. Sun. Oct.26. Wellfleet, Marconi HQ. Oberdorf (771-8261). Sunday hikes start For information call Loretta O'Brien Follow signs from Rte 6 (Marconi Beach 11:00 am., last 4 hrs, 9-l l mi. Bring (617-784-6971) or e-mail Jim Goyea Rd., L to HQ pkg.). L Hortense Kelly lunch. Thursday Hikes start 9:30 am., ([email protected]). (2ss-3021. last about 2hrs.,5-7 mi. Moderate pace, Sat., Nov. 1. Annual Meeting Hike in healry rain cancels. No Dogs. Thurs. Oct. 30 Falmouth, John's Pond. Massasoit State Forest. L. John Poirier, N on Currier Rd. off Rte. l5l and quick 822-1372. Thurs. Sept.25. Brewster, Punkhorn R onto Hoophole Rd. Follow signs to Town Landing thru trailer park. L Nancy Sat., Nov. 8. The Wapack Trail, from Parklands. From Rte. 6A take Stoney Wigley (548-2362) CL Harry Dombrosk Windblown Ski Area to Mt. Watatic. Brook Rd. to S on Run Hill Rd. Park in (385-9502). (A2C) L. John Poirier, 822-1372. CL Punkhorn pkg lot past town dump. L Ken (432-9107\. Charley Farrell, 822-2123. Coulson Sun. Nov.2 W. Yarmouth, Inkberry Sat., Nov. 15. Mt. Sunapee (B4C). Sun. Sept. 28. Brewster, Nickerson St. Trail. N on Currier Rd. off Rte. 151 and Loop hike on the Andrew Brook Trail Pk. . Main pkg lot at entrance on Rte. 6,4.. quick R onto Hoophole R.d. Follow signs with views overlooking Lake Solitude. L L Jack Handlen (255-5292\ CL Harry to Town Landing thru trailer park. Dexter Robinson (1 8l -294-8840 7-9p.m. Dombrosk (38s-e502). L Nancy Wigley (548-2362). Lnanx WmrnnHrKn{G Part one starts December 13.

Hiking Committee launches winter an overnight backpack to acquaint 3- hiking series for beginners season hikers with the pleasures Attention 3-season hikers!!! Here is of winter hiking. These hikes will re- an opportunity to extend your hiking quire snowshoes which can be rented into the winter season. Despite what locally for a nominal fee. Check the you might have heard from the news hike listings for a description of the media and others, winter can be a fun first hike. Call Dexter Robinson (781) and enjoyable season to hike. The 294-8840, 7-9 p.m., email: views are better than summer, trails [email protected]) or Walter Wells (508-

are smoother, and best of all, there 586-37 7 7, email:wells 1 [email protected]) are no bugs. The hiking committee for additional details. will be offering a series of hikes and

Southeastern Massachusetts Chapter Hiking Ideal second step for people who have attended past Chapter Winter Leader Dexter Robinson on the 1eft.. Festivals and want to learn more from experienced Chapter Leaders

Thurs. Nov. 27. Sandwich, Ryder Con- Thurs. Dec. 18. Barnstable, Deacon's servation Lands, Thanksgiving Hike. Farm. Exit 5 off Rte. 6, go N. Park be- N on Rte 130 from Rte 28 for 1.0 mi. to hind Fire Sta. on R. L Nancy Wigley Thurs. Nov.6 Wellfleet, White Crest R on Cotuit Rd, 1.8 mi. to "Ryder Cons. (548-2362, CL Harry Dombrosk (385- Beach. Rte. 6. E on LeComte Hollow Land" pkg sign on L. L Nancy Wigley 9s02). Rd. to end, Left on Ocean View Rd. to (548-2362) CL Alice Oberdorf (771- White Crest Beach pkg. lot at end. L. 826 1 ). Sun. Dec.21. Brewster, Punkhorn Larry Coutreau 385-9502 Parklands Long Trail. Stoney Brook Sun. Nov. 30. Brewster, Nickerson Rd. off Rte. 6A. to S on Run Hill Rd. Sun. Nov.9 Eastham, Salt Pond Visi- State Park Main pkg. lot at entrance on Park in Punkhom pkg lot past town Rte L Hortense Kelly tor's Ctr.,on 6. Rte. 6,{. L Jack Handlen (255-5292\ CL dump. L Jack Handlen (255-5292). (255-302 1 ). Harry Dombrosk (385-9502). Thurs. Dec. 25. Christmas Day. no hike scheduled. Thurs.Nov.l3. Dennis, Indian Lands Thurs. Dec.4. Bourne, Canalside hike" Trail. S. on Old Bass River R.d. from Park in main visitor parking lot on Rte 6 Sun. Dec. 28. Wellfleet, Great Island. Rte. 6,4 in Dennis Village. R into pkg on northside ofcanal for hike along canal Park in lot at end of Chequessett Neck lot in 4.0 mi. at Town Hall, after rail- during hunting season. L. Nancy Wigley Rd. off Rte 6 at "Wellfleet Center" sign. road crossing. L Mary Gelthorpe (888- (548-2362) CL Blanche Greig (771- L Ken Coulson (432-9107). 1481) CL Barbara Rogers (.362-3954). 3696). Thurs. Jan. 1. Brewster, Nickerson Sun. Nov. 16. West Barnstable, Sun. Dec. 7. Falmouth, Crane Wildlife Park Brewster, Nickerson State Heartbreak Hills. "Trail of Tears". S Rd. from Rte. 151 Park. Main pkg lot at entrance on Rte. on Rte 149 off Rte 6 at Exit 5, to R on Area. N on Sandwich in Mashpee to Ashumet Pond pkg lot on 6,4.. L Harry Dombrosk (385-9502), CL Service Rd. Park under power lines. L (548-2362),CL Alice Oberdorf (77 1-8261). Mark Tisdale (775-1682), CL Alice R. L Nancy Wigley Harry Dombrosk (385-9502). Oberdorf (771 -8261).

Thurs. Dec. 11. Brewster, Fisherman's Thurs. Nov. 20. Brewster, Punkhorn All trips involve some risk Partici- Stoney Brook Rd. offRte. Landing Rd. off Rte. 124 to pkg lot at Parklands. pants assume responsibilty for their 6,4. to S on Run Hill Rd. Park in pond. L Al Meade (896-2296). on welfare. Discuss your abilities Punkhorn pkg lot past town dump. L with leader prior to the trip. Larry Cotreau (385-2943). Sun. Dec. 14. Truro, Paradise Valley. trip Park on George Neilson Rd. off Rte 6 on Note: All phone numbers are Sun. Nov.23. Truro, South Pamet. L just N of town line. L Kathie Meads area code 508 unless indicated Meet at end of S Pamet Rd. in Truro. (487-1517) CL Alice Oberdorf (771- otherwise. L Alice Oberdorf (771-8261). 8261). Chair. Carrie Dobson 430-9892 Vice -Chair- Dave Williams 238-3638

Non-members will be charged $2/person/day. Trips other than Wed. or Thurs: Please call and register for time and directions with Leader. Canoe Chair 430-9892 or Canoe Vice-chair, 238-3638 PFD's mandatory in boat all year and must be worn Sep l5 to May 15 Wednesday and Thursday Trips: Start at 10:30 a.m. unless other*'ise noted.(*) Bring lunch. drink. sunscreen. and insect repellent.

Canoe/Kayak rentals for AMC trips: Wed. Oct.l., 1997. SKI COMMITTFE MEETIN(1. ]'he Ski Committee will $6/members: $ I 5/non-members. Easton. meet at Saloon in Taunton. Fri.-Mon. Oct.10-13., Columbus Day canoe: Dave (238-3638); Sandwich, Muldoon's (intersection 140 and 2.1. Weekend intermediate hiking in the canoe: Carolvn (888-4923); MA of Routes White Mountains of New Hampshire. Harwich, Canoe :Carrie (430-9892) Erit #12 ofl Route 1.1) Hike the Presidentials and trails in Con.re lr,ith 1'our ideas for upcoming Crawford Notch during peak foliage Wed. Sept. 24., Hening Pond. cross-country'. doun-hill and snowshoe- season! We'll choose moderately stren- Bournedale. From Sagamore Rotary S\I' ing trips! NEW I\4EMBERS who want uous routes each day seeking scenic on Rte. 6 approx. 5 mi. to R at lights on to learn more about the ski commottee get involved. peaks and ridges and remote ponds and Boumedale Rd. then 1 mi. to R on Her- are encourage to come and u'aterfalls. Lodging will be at a modem ring Pond Rd. to Pkg lot on L. Please call Ski Chair, Mary DuBois- and charming mountain home. Trip fee Leeson at 508 997-4489 for informa- of $175.00 includes 3 nights lodging,3 Wed. Oct. 1., Boatmeadow Creek. tion and if you are planning to attend. breakfasts and 2 dinners with happy Eastham A sreat chance to meet other skiiers!!! hour. To register. send S.A.S.E. and non-refundable deposit of $75.00 by Sat. Oct. 4., Mashpee/Wakebl'. September 30th to Mary Dubois- L. David Shepard 548-8717 Leeson, 370 Russells Mills Rd.. So. Dartmouth, MA A2748, 508 997-4489. Wed. Oct.8., Walker Pond Cro ss-CountrylDownhil I /Snowshoe December 27, 1997 -January 1,1998 Sat.,-Mon. Oct.11-13., Saco River. Crawford Notch, Maine. Leader Dave Williams 238-3638 N.H. Pack up your holiday toys and choose Wed.- Sun. November 26-30., Spend Thurs. Oct.16., Canoe After Hike - John your own adventure in spectacular 4 days and nights in the glorious Pond, Mashpee. Crawford Notch, N.H. Do*nhill White Mountains! We'l1hike moder- (Attitash, Bretton Woods, Wildcat, Sun- ately strenuous hikes each day in Sat. Oct. 18., Prince Cove and Grand day fuver) and cross-country (Bretton beautiful Crawford Notch and the Island, POT LUCK after paddle at Woods. Jackson. Great Glen Gulf for lower Presidentials. Lodging will be at Muriel's. l0:30 a.m. Park at Connie all ability levels. Back-country cross- a cozy and modern house in Notch- Austin's L.Nancy Wigley 548-2362 country and snowshoe for intermediate. land. Thursday we'll top off a great CL Muriel'fhomas 428-3593 Stay in a charming and modem chalet hike with a delicious "Tom Turkey" with uoodstove and mountain views. with allthe fixinsl Cost of $185.00 Trip cost of $255.00 includes 5 nights includes 4 nights lodging, 4 break- Help Wanted lodging, 5 breakfasts, New Year's Eve fasts, Thanksgiving dinner and one LEADERS dinner and 2 additional dinners with Hour. To please send additional dinner with happy hours. Canoe/Kayak Saturday Trips Happy Register To register please send a dep,.rsit of $100.00 deposit (non-refundable after FUN & EASY (non-refundable after 1 1/5) to 12110) to Mary Dubois-Leeson.370 $85.00 Call Carrie Dobson 430-9892 Mary Dubois-Leeson, 370 Russells Russell Mills Road., So.Dartmouth, MA Dave Williams 238-3638 Mills Road., So. Dartmouth, MA 02748,by r2lrl97 508 99t-4489 4 n0 u NAME n\ i/\ 'l' ADDRESS I CITY STATE ZIP I Please help us plan Chapter Activities and I mail this surve)'to Bruce Dunham TELEPI{ONE I 29 Rockford St. , Brockton, MA 02401 t E-Mail semamc Zrultranet.com I I join I I Hon'long have 1'ou been a member? Why did you the AMC? I I 2. Do vou consider yourself a Beginr.rer Intermediate Adl anccd I I J. I lave vou climbed a 4000 Ft. Mountain in Neu' Hampshire? Hor"'manr'? I 4. Would vou likc to see the Chanter offer more 4000 Ft. Mountain Hikes I I 5. Would l'ou like to an Introduction to Hiking_Biking_ Canoeing_Cross-Country Skiing I Backpacking Winter Hiking_ Trailr.r'ork Snowshoeing_Other I I 6 .What do you consider a Beginner Activity. for instance. how would you define a Beginner Hike (miles, terain) I I I 7. Do you prefer local activities nithin the Southeastern lvlassachusetts Area (Pl-vmouth, Bristol Counties & Cape Cod). I I 8. If so. Why I 9. Would you participate in Weekend Trips I I 10. Which do y'ou prefer ? Camping in a tent Hostel AMC Hut_ Rustic Cabin AMC Camp

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T I I I FAMILY ACTIVITIES - Chapter Family Activities Leader - Richard Brech 508 746-8189 I Activities? What kind of Activities? I L Would,vou like to see the Chapter offer Family I I I What ages Would vou like to helo? I Would,vou help lead an Activity I I Would you serve on a Family Activities Planning Committee I COMMENTS I I I Chair - Lou Sikorsky 678-3984 One Dry Sale Vice-Chair - John Poirier 822-1372 Warner Trail for Outdoor Sat. Septembet 27., Warner Trail. We Club Members will meet at 9 a.v. for a full day of work Call Lou Sikirsky 678-3984 By joining an outdoor organization, you've shown your commitment to preserving America's public lands and Bentley Loop waterways. Now we'd like to show you our appreciation Sat. October 11. Bentley Loop in Myles with a special sale for members of outdoor organizations. Standish Industrial Park. Meet at Ranger Station at 9 a.rr.r. Please call Lou or John 20% Everything to confirm. off Tuesday, October 28

Just bring proof of membership in an outdoor organization or this ad, and we'll give you a 20% discount on all your purchases at EMS that ciay. Be sure to join us Because vou can't beat this deal - even with a club.

Looking down at Lonesome lake, elevation 2,750 ft. and our adopted trail in the White Silver City Galleria Mountains. Lonesome Lake Trail. Taunton, Massachusetts 02780

For $40, you'll receive an AMC Nal- 19St Chanter Hut ilight gene water bottle with a $40 individual Where: Carter Notch Hut - When: Saturday, October l8rH one year membership enclosed along with a temporary ID card which you COST: $29.00 per person including happy hour, dinner, & Sunday breakfast) Chap- must forward to AMC Headquarters for ter Hut Night has been an annual event since 1988. This fall it will be held at Carter a permanent ID Card, a $10 gift certih- Notch Hut, located between Wildcat Ridge and the Carter-Moriah Range. Two sepa- cate good towards AMC lodging, work- rate bunkhouses accommodate 40 guests. Maftresses, pillow, & blankets are pro- shops, and books, and an AMC window vided, along with the use of a fully-equipped kitchen. decal. Your one year membership also Call the trip leaders for information about equipment, trails, and car pooling. includes 10 issues of AMC Outdoors and LEADERS: David Bennett, (508) 222-6943.7-9 p.m. the Breeze, the Southeastem MA Chap- Dexter Robinson, (781) 294-8840 ter's newsletter. The Southeastern MA REGISTER SEPTEMBER 30 GROUP SIZE LIMITED TO 40 PEOPLE Chapter will also benefit from every bot- BY the Chapter. r r r tle sold through F- - - - - To receive your Gift membership, I REGrsrRArroN Fonm pon CHaprnn HurNtcsr your send Name, Address, Citylstatelzip I tttuit by September 30th with non-refundable check payable Code and Phone Number, and the name I to S.n.U.ieUC to David Bennett,4T Wamsutta Road, Attleboro, MA 02703 and address to which you would like to I have the bottle sent, along with your I Nu-e_ check for $40.00, payable to SEM/ I AMC to: I Address Anne Silva, I 140 Summerfield Street, I City State Zip Code Fall River, MA02724. I For more information I Telephone E-Mail Call Anne Silva at 508 675-2809 or at I the e-mail address: [email protected] Number of Registrations Amount enclosed I 6 1997 Annual Meeting Southeastern Massachusetts Chapter Appalachian Mountain Club November l,1997 Join us on November 1, at the Fireside Grille Day Schedule in Middleboro. The cost is $17.00 per person, Hiking - Massasoit State park in Taunton Non-members $18.00 per person. This in- L. John Poirier 822-1372 ( cludes activities, Social Hour Cash Biking - L. Carol Julien 617 293-1100 Bar), Hor'Deuvres, Dinner and our evening Speaker, Michael Tougias. Evening Schedule There will be a shon business meet- 4:30-5:45 P.M.- Social Hour ing to elect a new Executive Board 5:45-6:15 P.M. - Business Meetins for 1998. 6:30-7:30 P.M. Dinner - International New Members can obtail informa- Buffet - Salad, Baked Stuffed Shells, tion about the Chapter and meet Carved Ham, Chicken Fajitas, Spanish Actvitiy Leaders. It promises to be a Rice. Vegetable, Coffee & Dessert fun day, so bring a friend and learn 7:30 about the Appalachian Mountain Club P.M. - Micheal Tousias Checks are payable to: SEM/AMC. Nru Ercrnru Wrro Precrs Mail to: Charles Farrell 44 Pratt Street, Taunton, MA 02780

Register by October 24rs Presented by Michael Tougias Call Bruce Dunham Questions? Our Evening Speaker will be author Michael 508 s87-0679 Tougias. His Program is an entertaining and infor- mative slide presentation about some of his favorite wild places. Fascinating anecdotes. historical sto- b9 ries, and wildlife encounters are woven into the pre- Directions to Fireide Grille: Take sentation. All of these nafural areas are accessible Exit 6 offRoute 495 onto Route 44 and make great day trips and weekend outings. East. Head east for about two-tenths untill you reach the Middleboro Tougias gives tips on where to sta.v. when to go, Ro- tary. Bearing right past a Friendly's and how to find the secret spots. restaurant, the Fireside Grille is lo- Fifteen locations, ranging from Maine's Mount cated on 30 Bedford next to the Kineo & Gulf Hagas to Massachusett's euabbin Friendly's. the Phone number at the Reservoir and Connecticut's Housatonic River. Fireside Grille is 508 947-333

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Telephone Number of people attending Amount Enclosed Mail the Completed Form and Non-refundable Check Payable to SEM/AMC to: Charles Farrell, 44Pratt Street, Taunton. MA 02780 (Checks are non-refundable unless a replacement m be fomd) The Arurual meeting on November Standards: The House of Headwaters Forest in Califomia. l,1997 is a great opportunity to learn Air Quality Representatives is expected to take up the The dollars for Sterling Forest, N.Y., abou[the Chapter and the AMC. If you standards for air quality in Lake Tarleton, N.H., and the Ap- have any questions about the Annual new EPA Senate following suit. palachian Trail as well as money to help Meeting call me at 508 587-0679 or September with the Waxman (D-CA), Boehlert (R-NY) states with land acquisition will come e-mail at [email protected] Reps. (R-CT) have 125 signatures from the remaining amount. Among the During the year the Chapter Execu- and Shays the new standards in a projects earmarked for funding in our re- tive Board meets at the Bourne Com- supporting EPA's letter President Clinton. This level of gion: the Minute Man National Historic munity building. The Executive Board to in the House indicates that pro- Park (MA), Rachel Carson and Petit would like to find some alternate sites support clean air may be able to sustain Manon National Wilife Refuges (ME), for meetings close to the Canal. If any moters of a presidential veto. If more representatives Rhode Island Compex, Amagansett Na- member knows of a place for a meet- join effods to delay or prevent tional Wildlife Refuge (NY), Green ing, please contact me. in, then from being adopted could be Mountain National Forest (VT), and The Chapter is also looking for a the standards your representatives to Cape May and Crocodile Lake National HISTOzuAN. This person would stymied! Remind the EPA new regulations and that Wildlife Refuges (NJ). maintain and keep all records of Chap- support the EPA is providing flexibility in terms The Senate take the issue of ap- ter Events. Ifyou have an background Full will of implementation. propriations when Congress recovenes in History and would like to help, write to your please call or e-mail me a message. Land and Water Conserryation Fund: after Labor Day. Call or Bruce Dunham The Senate Appropriations Committee ap- Senators; remind them why the Land Chapter Chair proved funding at $866 million dollars, and Water Conservation Fund makes a $700 million more than the Administra- difference in your qualif of life. For tion request. If finalized, more than $300 more information, contact Eric Antebi, Southeastern MA WEB Site million would be set aside for the New 617 523-0655 ext.353 http ://www.cris.com/-Ndrma/ World mine near Yellowstone and the

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