Every October, just as our field season is wrapping up and most of our seasonal staff are packing their bags, a day rolls around which promises a field trip full of tools, hard hats, and fun. Except on this day, we don’t drive to a remote trailhead or hike to a shelter. We head to Randolph for the … [Read More...]
Alone in the Shelter: A Spooky Long Trail Tale
Happy Halloween! Enjoy this short story by the GMC Scaretakers. October is a great time to thru-hike, if the weather cooperates. William hated the bugs of summer, and he grew up in New Hampshire so he was fine with the cold. Plus, he'd have nearly every shelter to himself: it would be luxurious. … [Read More...]
2018 Field Notes
This post was written by Ilana Copel, GMC's Field Supervisor. It's that time. The snow is flying and our field season is wrapping up for the year. And what a year it’s been! Caretakers As the backcountry stewards of four summits, four ponds, and nine overnight sites in the Long Trail System, … [Read More...]
