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Backpacking Advice from End-to-End Hikers, Part 2

May 20, 2021 by GMC Staff 1 Comment

End-to-End panelist George Ma

If you’re curious about the Long Trail or planning a thru-hike, learn from folks who have completed an end-to-end hike on the Long Trail. Panelists shared advice with the hiking […]

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Backpacking Advice from End-to-End Hikers, Part I

May 13, 2021 by GMC Staff 3 Comments

End-to-End Hiker, Joan Butterton

Last week, seven end-to-enders took questions from the hiking community about their experiences hiking the Long Trail. Whether you’re simply curious about the Long Trail, or you’re actively planning an […]

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Spring is here! Can you find it?

April 26, 2021 by Angie Hilsman 1 Comment

Spring Peeper calls are a telltale of spring because they're looking for mates.

Spring officially started March 20, but warming weather ushers in the real telltale signs of spring. Flowers are blooming and trees are budding. Birds are migrating back to Vermont to […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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May 19, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 19, 2026 CONTACT: Lily LaRegina, Communications Coordinator, [email protected], (802) 241-8215 Memorial Day Weekend Marks the Start of Hiking Season in Vermont Waterbury Center, Vermont – This Friday, May 22 officially kicks off Vermont’s hiking season … 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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