What a year! This past field season was one of the busiest in recent memory with an extraordinary amount of work accomplished, thanks to your support: seven new privies; reconstruction of multiple shelters; bridge repairs; and major trail work on the northern Long Trail, around Stratton Pond, and at Bolton Mountain. I had the pleasure […]
Behind the Snowshoe Art with John Predom
The sub-zero temperatures didn’t stop John Predom from heading out onto his Island Pond property with an iron rod and spool of rope in March 2020. The 15-acre field has been a sanctuary for his art. Within the next four hours, he creates a 100’-diameter, geometric pattern… entirely by snowshoe. The design is best viewed […]
10 Essentials to Pack on Any Winter Hike
Hiking preparedness is crucial in all seasons, but especially so in cold and unpredictable winter. GMC recommends the “10 Essentials” for any hike: nutrition, hydration, insulation, illumination, navigation, first aid supplies, fire, repair kit, emergency shelter, and sun protection. Here’s how to make this list work for you in winter conditions, along with some pro […]
Submit Your Best Nature Poetry
Nature Poetry Contest From Mary Oliver to Robert Frost, poets throughout time have been inspired by the outdoors. We already know this is a creative and inspired community, so we’re inviting you to share your work for a chance at prizes and to be featured in GMC’s print and online platforms. National Outdoor Book Award-winning […]
Dupuis Hill: A Case Study in Maintaining Appalachian Trail Open Areas Views
What makes a National Scenic Trail scenic? What is the significance of one scenic vista? How much time and money should be put into maintaining one view? These were some of the questions debated by US Forest Service (USFS), Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) and Green Mountain Club (GMC) staff as we stood on the Appalachian […]
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