Boston-based distance runner, endurance hiker, writer, and musician Liz Derstine answers popular questions from her recent online presentation hosted by GMC as part of the James P. Taylor Outdoor Adventure Speaker Series. Liz shared her story of going from an amateur backpacker to becoming a comfortable and experienced solo night hiker, setting fastest-known-time records on […]
Giving Back to the Long Trail: Monthly Donor Spotlights
Vermont’s mountains are loved for many different reasons: formative youth experiences, core memories with family, camaraderie and friendships developed on trail, awe and appreciation for nature and its mental and physical benefits. To improve these experiences, GMC relies on the support of members and donors to care for the trails and shelters of the Long […]
Decentering Whiteness in Hiking and Fostering Inclusivity Outdoors
This article previously appeared in the Winter 2022 Long Trail News, under the headline “Decentering Whiteness in Hiking,” and was written by Mardi Fuller. Join Mardi on Wednesday, February 22, on Zoom for an installment of the 2023 Outdoor Adventure Speaker Series: “Race, Identity, and Rime Ice: Hiking the New Hampshire 48 in Winter.” You’ll […]
Spotlight on: Green Mountain Club Members
The Green Mountain Club was founded in 1910 with 23 incorporating members, and our members have been the backbone of the organization for the last 110 years. GMC would not exist with out its passionate, active member base. Your dues and donations support the programs of the club, from employing mountaintop caretakers during the hiking […]
Support Hispanic Outdoor Leaders this Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 launched National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs through mid-October. Hispanics Enjoying Camping, Hunting, and the Outdoors [HECHO] executive director Camilla Simon writes that as she celebrates Hispanic leadership and stewardship of land and water, it’s also vital to listen and learn from the traditional stewardship practices that are rooted in Hispanic culture. Read […]