We all know walking is good for our health. Walking in nature is even better. But sometimes the weather is not conducive to being outside, or our abilities don’t allow for walking on more rugged paths. Enter: Walk the Long Trail at Berlin Mall. This program is in its third year and allows people to […]
Mud Season Has Arrived!
Help Protect Fragile Trail Environments Spring has sprung, although it’s not always easy to tell in Vermont. One day it dumps 6″ of snow, the next it’s 50° and sunny, and the back and forth wreaks havoc on our beloved trails. When the snow finally melts in town and at trailheads, it’s tempting to hope […]
Great Women’s Backpacking Weekend
This article was written by Lynn Lehouiller and first appeared in the Fall 2018 Long Trail News. Baby steps. That’s how I’ve learned to accomplish goals in life. My latest success was gaining the confidence to hike seven miles of the Long Trail solo to my front door following a GMC women’s backpacking weekend this […]
Book Review: On the Trail with Boots McFarland
I don’t know about you, but when those frigid January days hit, I start to think about summer hiking. I pick out the places I want to hike in the coming season and pore over maps, guides, and blogs. I dream about extended daylight, bright sunshine, and warm temperatures. Summer hiking seems like a wonderful […]
New Year Traditions
I like to be outside for the New Year if possible. I’m not one for New Year’s resolutions, but it starts the year out right and resets my constant intention to be outside more. The tradition started several years ago with just one friend. We hiked a few miles out an easy trail to a […]
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