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Winter Hiking Safety Tips From a VT Search and Rescue Coordinator

January 21, 2021

This article was written by Neil van Dyke and previously appeared in the Winter 2020 Long Trail News under the headline "Winter Hiking Safety." There are few times more beautiful for hiking than a crisp, clear Green Mountain winter day. The deep blue of the sky is experienced at no other time of … [Read More...]

Mirna Valerio addresses GMC audience: “None of what we do in the outdoors exists apart from what is happening in our country.” 

January 14, 2021

Last Thursday, GMC was honored and excited to welcome Black ultramarathoner, hiker, author, speaker, and Vermonter Mirna Valerio to the Green Mountain Club’s virtual speaker series. Her session, titled “Awe, Community, & the Outdoors: A Perfect Trifecta,” brought attendees together in honor of … [Read More...]

New Year, New Resolutions, New Change of Pace

January 7, 2021

Last year set the tone for 2021, with cautious optimism and reshuffled priorities shaping New Year’s resolutions. While there’s some uncertainty hovering around 2021, Green Mountain Club staff are excited for new ways of connecting, new adventures, and new energy. Join us in pursuing these … [Read More...]

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The Green Mountain Club is the founder and maintainer of the Long Trail - the oldest long distance hiking trail in America. Established in 1910 to build this trail stretching the length of Vermont, the club now also maintains the Appalachian Trail in Vermont and trails in the Northeast Kingdom in its mission to "make the Vermont mountains play a larger part in the life of the people." Read more...

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Waterbury Center, Vermont 05677
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