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Things to Do: Winter Community Events

February 12, 2025 by Lily LaRegina Leave a Comment

Winter is often characterized as a slow season, but there is still plenty to do! In addition to classic outdoor activities like winter hiking, snowshoeing, and skiing, there are lots […]

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Hiking Ins and Outs: 2025 on the Long Trail

January 9, 2025 by Lily LaRegina Leave a Comment

The start of a new year is a great time to reflect on what practices and mentalities we’re leaving behind in the old year, and what timeless advice and new […]

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Goodbye Pit Privies! The Conversion to Composters Is Complete

November 14, 2024 by Lily LaRegina Leave a Comment

For the final project of the 2024 field season, GMC field staff installed a new moldering privy at Wintturi shelter on the Appalachian Trail in Bridgewater, Vermont. A new moldering […]

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Long Trail Day 2024 Celebrations

September 26, 2024 by Lily LaRegina Leave a Comment

On Saturday, September 21, Green Mountain Club staff and sections celebrated this year’s Long Trail Day fundraising efforts with our wonderful Long Trail hiking community. The weather was on our […]

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2024 Photo Contest: Winning Photos & Other Entries

September 24, 2024 by Lily LaRegina Leave a Comment

Thank you to everyone who entered the 2024 photo contest! Over 100 individuals shared over 500 images that capture the beauty of Vermont’s mountains, trails, and hiking community as seen […]

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Snowshoe Hikes for Beginners

February 3, 2026

You don't have to hike up a mountain to enjoy the trails and the winter scenery. Strap on a pair of snowshoes and explore one of these recommended walks! Don't have snowshoes? Check out this list from the Vermont Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation of where you can borrow a pair (for … 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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