Earlier this hiking season, Vermont State Parks partnered with the National Weather Service’s Burlington office to raise awareness of the detailed recreation and mountain point forecasts the agency produces daily. Meteorologist Seth Kutikoff breaks down how to read a mountain forecast, and how to apply its findings to your next hike! The National Weather Service […]
Hiking with Dogs
Dogs make awesome hiking companions, but similarly to humans preparing for hikes, dogs have many considerations to take into account too. This can include things like ability, preparedness, trail etiquette, and seasonal factors. While most of the following tips relate to day hiking (we’ll do another post soon on backpacking with your dog!), many will […]
Summer Hiking Tips for the Heat, Haze, and Rain
Summer hiking season is well underway and has been full of all kinds of conditions. As the season continues, we wanted to share some tips about hiking and recreating outside in the summer, particularly in the heat and unpredictable weather! Before You Go When you’re preparing for your hike, make sure you have the ten essentials. […]
Ready for Rescue: Essential Tips for Outdoor Safety
This article appears in the Summer 2023 Long Trail News and was adapted from a presentation by Vermont Search and Rescue Coordinator Drew Clymer. Most of us know and follow routine hiking safety procedures. We understand the importance of hiking in groups rather than alone, and leaving our plans with someone at home, so they […]
Alpine ID: 15 Plants to Find above Treeline
This post was first written on August 5, 2021 by Angie Hilsman and was updated with additional information on June 27, 2023 by Lily LaRegina. State botanist Bob Popp kneels beside a flat rock, just in front of the Mt. Mansfield Visitor Center. He points out mountain cranberry and bluets to a dozen GMC staff […]
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