Spring officially started March 20, but warming weather ushers in the real telltales of spring. Flowers are blooming and trees are budding. Birds are migrating back to Vermont to breed, or they’re stopping in for food and rest on their way further north. You don’t have to be an expert naturalist to observe these seasonal […]
Leave No Trace Activity Sheet
“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 challenge. Share photos by […]
Feminine Hygiene while Backpacking
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 new to backpacking or looking for a more efficient solution, we have the know-how to keep you healthy and comfortable on your next backpacking trip. […]
How to Enjoy the Last of Winter Hiking Season
Temperatures are warming up and spring starts next week, signaling the end of winter and an upcoming mud season as snowmelt and rainfall flood trails. But Vermont’s seasons can be challenging to forecast; late snowstorms or cold snaps preserve winter conditions for a few more weeks of winter hiking. While it can be difficult to […]
An Outdoor Visit to 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, […]
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