There are several advantages to planning your Long Trail thru-hike, or end-to-ender, for autumn. The temperatures are more comfortable, the views are clearer and less hazy, and there are fewer black flies and mosquitoes. You’ll also likely miss the remaining crowd of Appalachian Trail thru-hikers, as they’ve moved into New Hampshire and Maine already. And […]
Winter Hiking with Dogs: Tips and Tricks
If you’re hitting the trail this winter, you may already know what to wear and pack, where to go, and how to stay safe. If you’re looking to try winter hiking with dogs, there are some important things to remember when it comes to keeping your furry friend warm, safe, and happy. And, you can […]
Fall Hiking Safety
This article was originally posted in October 2018 and has been updated for October 2020. Please check our COVID-19 Response page for current hiking recommendations. “And all at once summer collapsed into fall…” Oscar Wilde Fall is here. The days are shorter and the temperatures are dropping. The high mountain summits are already full of […]
Bear Can Options
Forest Service officials announced July 23, 2019, that they are implementing a Forest Order for the entire Green Mountain National Forest (GMNF) geared toward minimizing black bear and human encounters and interactions. The order specifies proper food storage and prohibits leaving food or refuse on National Forest system lands in Vermont. The Order was issued […]
Ways to Celebrate Our Earth
Today marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. One of my main goals as a mom of an almost-2-year-old is to raise my child to have a passion and love for the natural world around us. Although nurturing the earth is an everyday lifestyle for us, I decided to make a celebration out of Earth Day […]
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