A couple of years ago, I started keeping something that I call a “joy calendar.” Life was moving a little too fast, and I’d said yes to too many things, which were piling up and…
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A Summer of Science: AMC’s 2026 Research Interns
This summer, AMC’s Research team doubled in size, welcoming interns from across the region, including Washington D.C., Virginia, and Massachusetts. From catching clouds to sampling dragonfly larvae, the young scientists put their skills to work...
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We’ll be the first to admit we’re a bit starry-eyed. From Virginia to Maine, you can often find us outside with our heads tilted up, trying to get a glimpse of shimmering constellations, exhilarating meteor…
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The first snow has fallen. Temperatures are dropping. For many people, this time of year comes with a low-key sense of dread. You bundle yourself into thick layers, dig out the ice scraper and shovel,…
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Holiday gifts shouldn’t cost an arm, a leg, or the earth. This season, choose mindful gifts that foster a connection to the outdoors with minimal impact and maximum joy. It’s so much more than a…
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If you’ve been scrolling through social media , you might have stumbled upon a viral video showing two timber rattlesnakes locked in a dramatic “combat dance” on a trail in Massachusetts. For many, this was…
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Hear that? It’s the sound of snowshoes breaking through fresh snow. First the crunch of the frozen top, then feet sinking just slightly into powder. Pause for a second and appreciate where you are. Look…
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Unexpected snow days and delays. Winter breaks. Choruses of, “Dad, I’m cooold.” For parents of young children, winter is full of interruptions to routine. But it’s also an opportunity to open kids’ eyes to new…
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The leaves have officially gone from “falling” to “fallen.” You’re digging through the closet for gloves you haven’t seen in months. Outdoor enthusiasts know this time of the year as shoulder season. For everyone else,…
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At AMC, we love fall. It’s why we hold our annual FallFest. And it’s why we think you should use the season to springboard your next big outdoor adventure. Autumn is a great time for…
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