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How the Camel Got its Hump

December 1, 2016 by Guest Author 4 Comments

This is a guest post by Joe Bahr, one of GMC’s Thursday Volunteers and an amateur geologist. Camel’s Hump is the most recognized and unique mountain profile in Vermont.  But […]

Filed Under: History

Holiday Specials on GMC Gear

November 23, 2016 by Amy Potter Leave a Comment

Check out the savings on these bundled Green Mountain Club holiday packages!  We want you out on the trail exploring and learning so we hope some of these packages provide […]

Filed Under: News

One-Pot Meal for a Backcountry Thanksgiving

November 18, 2016 by Kristin McLane 2 Comments

Just in case anyone is thinking of heading for the backcountry this Thanksgiving, we decided to help you out by testing this one pot traditional turkey dinner.  It’s a tough […]

Filed Under: Hiking

2016 Field Season is Over

November 11, 2016 by Kristin McLane Leave a Comment

GMC’s Caretakers and Long Trail Patrol left the woods last month, bringing an end to this year’s successful field season.  The Long Trail Patrol and Construction Crew got a lot […]

Filed Under: Education, From the Field, Stewardship, Trail, Volunteers

The GMC During WWII

November 3, 2016 by Kristin McLane Leave a Comment

Veterans Day is approaching and is a great time to reflect on the men and women who have served our country.  With the Green Mountain Club’s 106 year history, our […]

Filed Under: History, People, Publications, Trail

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Summer Hiking Bingo

May 31, 2025

GMC wants to help you make the most of your summer with Summer Hiking Bingo! These challenges are designed to help you get outside, learn new hiking skills, and connect with the hiking community. Download and print your own or stop in at GMC's Visitor Center to pick up your bingo board. When you're … 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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