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One Trail Maintainer’s Wind Storm Cleanup

December 21, 2017 by Guest Author Leave a Comment

This post was written by Bill Caulway, GMC Worcester Section member. In late October 2017, a storm rumbled through Vermont with strong winds and rain, causing power outages, erosion damage, and […]

Filed Under: From the Field, Volunteers

Vermont College Students’ Guide to Fall Hiking

October 4, 2017 by Guest Author 1 Comment

Calling all college students!  Whether you are new to Vermont or new to hiking, check out these recommendations for great fall hikes near your campus from Krista Karlson.  Do you have […]

Filed Under: Hiking

My 40-Year Section Hike

August 17, 2017 by Guest Author 3 Comments

This post was written by GMC Member John Predom and previously appeared on his blog. An Adventure for a Lifetime 40 years ago I was introduced to the Long Trail. The […]

Filed Under: Hiking, People

The Northern Hardwood Forest

March 23, 2017 by Guest Author Leave a Comment

This article previously appeared in the Spring 2016 Long Trail News. The northern hardwood forest is the common forest type below 2,500 feet in Vermont’s Green Mountains. Yellow birch, sugar […]

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Young Adventurers Club

February 23, 2017 by Guest Author 6 Comments

Young Adventurers Club (YAC) outings provide an opportunity for families and their youngest hikers to get out and explore the woods at a comfortable, playful pace. The goal is to encourage and promote […]

Filed Under: Hiking, People

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Big News for Strategic Conservation of the Long Trail System

May 1, 2025

This article appears in the 2025 Spring Long Trail News and was written by GMC Director of Conservation Mollie Flanigan. In previous editions I've described the process of developing the Green Mountain Club Strategic Conservation Plan that outlines our road map to permanently protecting the Long … 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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Planning a Long Trail section or thru-hike?

Find advice and tips for your upcoming hike at our free upcoming End-to-Ender Panel. Hear from experienced recent End-to-Enders and ask questions about gear, food, planning and more at the in-person panel at club headquarters on May 10.

Saturday, May 10 – End-to-Ender Panel and Long Trail Guide Book Launch from 10 a.m.-12p.m. at GMC HQ in Waterbury Center

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