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Did you know that the Appalachian Mountain Club works with the National Park Service? AMC has worked with the NPS on a variety of projects, from building trails in Acadia National Park to educating visitors...
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If you’re seeking to escape the urban bustle and find some forest bathing comfort in the woods, look no further than Harriman State Park. The second-largest state park in New York, Harriman offers visitors an…
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Experiencing the magnificence of the Southern Presidential Range in the White Mountains is unmatched—within a few miles of hiking, the trail brings you above the treeline to pristine views of rolling blue summits that…
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This article has been adapted from Lisa Densmore Ballard’s original blog – Hiking with Dogs: A Guide to Bringing Your Best Friend on the Trail. Most dogs, regardless of size, make excellent hiking companions—if they…
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National Trails Day® is an annual event hosted by the American Hiking Society that encourages support of our nation’s public trails. Taking place on the first Saturday in June, National Trails Day® is made up…
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While there may still be some remnants of snow in the mountains, spring has gradually begun to creep up on us. With the first buds on the trees and warmer weather approaching, you might be…
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The White Mountains compose a region of bare mountain summits; extensive views; deep, glacially scoured ravines; fascinating plants and animals; enchanted evergreen forests; and cold mountain streams tumbling over boulders in fantastic patterns. It’s no…
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All of us aspire to travel through the mountains unencumbered, but experienced backcountry travelers and outdoor professionals understand that you need to pack essential items to manage risks, be comfortable, and have fun while on…
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Spring has sprung! And even though these April showers may have you longing for warmer and sunnier days, the recent buds on trees and the appearance of purple blooms of crocus and yellow daffodils…
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This article was originally published in the Winter/Spring 2022 issue of Appalachia. Note: Please keep in mind that hikers should never rely on apps as their main form of navigation—bringing a paper map and…
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