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A Visual History of the Long Trail News Design, GMC’s 100-Year-Old Membership Magazine

December 30, 2022 by Chloe Miller Leave a Comment

1925 LTN Cover

The Long Trail News is GMC’s membership magazine. In 2022 the magazine celebrated its Centennial with a special edition examining the past, present, and future of the magazine. Here, we take a look at the Long Trail News design, layout, and contents of the magazine. With our increased focus on digital communications and a general […]

Filed Under: History, News Tagged With: long trail news

What does ‘Strategic Conservation Planning’ Mean for the Long Trail?

September 8, 2022 by GMC Staff 1 Comment

Director of Conservation Mollie Flanagan is responsible for strategic conservation planning

In 1986 the Green Mountain Club realized that changes in landownership in the Northern Forest region threatened the continuity of the northern Long Trail. Handshake agreements were no longer enough to secure access to the trail. More than 60 miles of the trail in northern Vermont crossed private land, with 30 miles on land for […]

Filed Under: From the Field, History, Trail

Hugh and Jeanne Joudry Announce Retirement After 50+ Years

June 9, 2022 by Chloe Miller 1 Comment

hugh and jeanne then and now

After 54 years atop Stratton Mountain, Hugh and Jeanne Joudry are retiring as summit caretakers. Over the decades, Hugh and Jeanne have made an impact on thousands of hikers who have crossed over the iconic summit. Learn more about Hugh and Jeanne, and share your memories of them below. Sign the Digital Card Thank You […]

Filed Under: History, People

Andrew Nuquist & 50 Years of Volunteerism

April 14, 2022 by Chloe Miller 1 Comment

GMC Executive Director Mike DeBonis and longtime volunteer Andrew Nuquist

When you ask Andrew Nuquist what it is that keeps him continuing to volunteer with the Green Mountain Club a full 50 years after discovering the club in 1970, he jokes that it’s a bit of an addiction of sorts. But really, his answer is simple: “I care about Vermont, and I care about nature. […]

Filed Under: History, People, Volunteers

8 Tips for Avoiding Search and Rescue Services

February 3, 2022 by Guest Author Leave a Comment

Stowe Mountain Rescue members package the patient on Sunset Ridge in preparation for evacuation.

There can be no denying that 2021 was been an active year for search and rescue (SAR) in Vermont. While no database provides exact numbers, there have been an estimated 25 percent more incidents than usual. A backcountry rescue can require more time and resources, so it’s important to know how to get yourself out […]

Filed Under: Education, Hiking 101, History

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Monthly donor spotlights

Giving Back to the Long Trail: Monthly Donor Spotlights

January 20, 2023

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 … 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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