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What to do and see in Amherst, Massachusetts (MA): The Best Outdoor Activities
Amherst (/ˈæmərst/ ( listen)) is a town in Hampshire County, Massachusetts, United States, in the Connecticut River valley. As of the 2010 census, the population was 37,819, making it the highest populated municipality in Hampshire County (although the county seat is Northampton). The town is home to Amherst College, Hampshire College, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst, three of the Five Colleges. The name of the town is pronounced without the h ("AM-erst"), giving rise to the local saying, "only the 'h' is silent", in reference both to the pronunciation and to the town's politically active populace.
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1. Hitchcock Center for the Environment
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Founded in 1962, the Hitchcock Center for the Environment fosters awareness and understanding of our environment through programs with a particular focus on children, who live in a world of environmental challenges. Education helps develop a community that understands connections among the human health, ecosystems and economies. The Hitchcock Center connects people with nature and encourages a deeper emotional bond with the natural world that sustains us all.
2. Metacomet-Monadnock Trail
3. Mt. Pollux
4. Amherst Golf Club
The 9 hole course measures 3,075 yards/par 35 from the white tees and 2,724 yards/par 36 from the forward tees. The layout includes elevated tees and greens, strategic green-side bunkers, and greens that are famous for being fast and true.
5. Training Longevity
Train with Jay McWilliams, ACSM certified personal trainer, Certified Functional Strength Coach, and Functional Aging Specialist. Specializing in safe and effective program for active adults, with an emphasis on the baby boomer population.
6. Mill River Recreation Area
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