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An Outdoor Visit to Vermont’s Black History

February 25, 2021 by Angie Hilsman Leave a Comment

Skiing trails at Hildene, the Lincoln Family Home, are encompassed by Vermont's Black history

Did you know that Vermont was the first state to ban slavery, doing so in its 1777 Constitution? Despite being an early advocate of abolition, it’s not inconceivable that this majority White state—with its 94 percent Caucasian population—may not be the most attractive to newcomers of color. It’s that image of Vermont that Curtiss Reed, […]

Filed Under: Education, Events, Hiking, History, News

Winter Hiking with Dogs: Tips and Tricks

February 18, 2021 by Amy Potter 1 Comment

two dogs perched on a snowy mountain summit

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 […]

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Codding Hollow Conservation: Celebrating Success after Thirty-Four Years

February 16, 2021 by GMC Staff Leave a Comment

Codding Hollow property

The Fall 2020 Codding Hollow property conservation agreement protects one-third of a mile of Long Trail in Johnson and Waterville. You can read more about the protection in this press release. This article was written by GMC Conservation Manager Mollie Flanigan and appears in the Winter 2020 Long Trail News. In September the Green Mountain […]

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Undercast Obsession: How to Get a View Above the Clouds

February 4, 2021 by Chloe Miller 1 Comment

Hiker in red jacket stands on a rock outcropping above an undercast cloud layer

Thanks to Stephanie Graudons and Ted Letcher of Great Range Frames for their expertise and photos in this article. Stephanie has an “undercast obsession,” and Ted, an atmospheric research scientist, has some tips on how to predict the temperature inversions and conditions that cause an undercast. If you’re a member of GMC’s Facebook group or […]

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Purpose & Perspective at Wheeler Pond

February 2, 2021 by Guest Author 1 Comment

Fog rises out of the mountains surrounding Wheeler Pond.

GMC members Terry Lovelette and Sherry King are avid hikers and have thru-hiked the Long Trail. Last fall, the two visited the Hadsel-Mares Camp to celebrate Terry’s 62nd birthday. Inspired by the quiet and the lily pads dotting Wheeler Pond, Terry reflected on purpose, perspective, and interconnectedness. Please enjoy his poem about the experience. Wheeler […]

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Leave No Trace Activity Sheet

April 19, 2021

“Leave No Trace” means protecting wild areas from negative human impacts. There are seven Leave No Trace (LNT) principles that help us to protect natural areas. Check out these LNT activities, and complete at least three (in the woods, in your town, or in your backyard) to finish GMC’s Mud Madness … 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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