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A Winter Trek of the Long Trail

January 12, 2017 by Guest Author 3 Comments

This article previously appeared in the Winter 2012 Long Trail News. In September 2011, my friend and I hatched the idea of a winter end-to-end hike of the Long Trail. […]

Filed Under: Hiking, Trail

Staff Favorite Hike – White Rock Mountain

December 22, 2016 by GMC Staff 6 Comments

This post was written by Jocelyn Hebert, GMC Long Trail News Editor. Hiking to the summit of White Rock Mountain in the CC Putnam State Forest (not to be confused with […]

Filed Under: Hiking, Trail

2016 Field Season is Over

November 11, 2016 by Kristin McLane Leave a Comment

GMC’s Caretakers and Long Trail Patrol left the woods last month, bringing an end to this year’s successful field season.  The Long Trail Patrol and Construction Crew got a lot […]

Filed Under: Education, From the Field, Stewardship, Trail, Volunteers

The GMC During WWII

November 3, 2016 by Kristin McLane Leave a Comment

Veterans Day is approaching and is a great time to reflect on the men and women who have served our country.  With the Green Mountain Club’s 106 year history, our […]

Filed Under: History, People, Publications, Trail

Glacial Pothole: A Hidden Gem on Burnt Rock Mountain

October 28, 2016 by Amy Potter Leave a Comment

This article previously appeared in the Fall 2016 Long Trail News. Many factors shaped the mountains of Vermont over millions of years. It is hard to believe that they may […]

Filed Under: Hiking, Trail

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Camel’s Hump: Hiker Reflections on Their Backyard Mountain

June 26, 2025

Rising from the spine of the Green Mountains, Camel's Hump is home to scenic views, a wilderness feel with its undeveloped summit, and choose-you-own-adventure hiking options. The mountain's proximity to more populated areas like Burlington and Waterbury make it a popular and well-hiked destination, … 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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