Last Thursday, GMC was honored and excited to welcome Black ultramarathoner, hiker, author, speaker, and Vermonter Mirna Valerio to the Green Mountain Club’s virtual speaker series. Her session, titled “Awe, Community, & the Outdoors: A Perfect Trifecta,” brought attendees together in honor of our shared love for the outdoors and the power of nature to increase our joy, resiliency, and sense of community. Her […]
Your Donations Make a Difference
Does your gift make a difference? The short answer: yes! I have been working in the field of fundraising for the better part of a decade and folks often question whether their gift makes a difference to an organization. Sure, if you were the only one donating $25 and no one else did, it might […]
Creating Winter Wonderscapes with Artist and Caretaker Kati Christoffel
Last week, watercolor artist and longtime GMC caretaker, Kati Christoffel, led eager participants through another wonderful painting workshop. This time, we transitioned into the winter season with a delightful snowy scene of a classic Long Trail shelter. Kati’s art workshops have been one of our best virtual event series, attracting dozens of aspiring artists from […]
Rock Hopper on the Long Trail: 273 miles and 101 Stories to Canada
This article was written by Tom Kidder and previously appeared in the Spring 2020 Long Trail News. In 2016 my grandson Cyrus and I started section hiking the Long Trail. He was six. Reaching Canada in July, 2019, was the end of an epic journey that both of us will treasure for the rest of […]
What the Green Mountain Club is Thankful For
In a year of challenges, we’d like to take time to reflect on what we as a staff are thankful for. While there is plenty of work to be done, there is also plenty to celebrate. Here’s what we’re giving thanks for this year. Volunteer & Education Coordinator Lorne Currier: I’m thankful for… The many, […]
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