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Leave No Trace Activity Sheet

April 19, 2021 by Angie Hilsman 2 Comments

Tentsite at Willoughby State Forest.

“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 […]

Filed Under: Education, Hiking, Stewardship

Hiking Companions: How the Outdoors has Enhanced my Relationships

April 15, 2021 by Guest Author 1 Comment

Karisa Dubuque and husband Derek on ski lift chair on Long Trail.

My First Outdoor Companions: I’ve lived in New Hampshire for most of my 33 years. Growing up, my mom would take me and my two siblings to explore outdoor spaces, […]

Filed Under: Hiking, News, People

Join Green Mountain Club’s Social Media Challenges this Mud Season

April 7, 2021 by GMC Staff Leave a Comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — April 7, 2021 CONTACT:  Alicia DiCocco, (609) 410-0841, [email protected]    Protect the Trails and Stay Busy this Mud Season with Green Mountain Club’s Social Media Challenges Waterbury Center, VT — As the […]

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88 Side Trails in Less Than a Week

April 1, 2021 by Guest Author Leave a Comment

A side-to-side trail, the Lye Brook Trail waterway and shoreline

This article was written by Nigel Bates. It previously appeared in the Winter 2020 Long Trail News under the title “Side-to-Side in Less Than a Week.” In July I set […]

Filed Under: Hiking, History, News

Feminine Hygiene while Backpacking

March 29, 2021 by Angie Hilsman 3 Comments

women's backpacking and hygiene

Your health and hygiene in the backcountry may require extra attention if you menstruate. But with preparation and practice, you can build up your outdoor routine with confidence. Whether you’re […]

Filed Under: Education, Hiking, News

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Thru-Hiking with a Dog: Blue Blazin’ Bug

October 17, 2025

Boston terriers probably aren't the breed that leaps to mind when you think "long-distance hike." With their cockeyed gaze, snubby snouts, stubby tails, and tendency to snort when they breathe, they bear a stronger resemblance to potbellied pigs than wolves. But appearances to the contrary, … Read more

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Mission

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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