Thanks to generous support from Coleman, the AMC is proud to promote the Trails Challenge.
Ever wonder what kind of people enjoy the work and dirt of fixing up trails? They are just like you! They love a good hike on a well-maintained trail. They enjoy meeting new people and learning new skills. They revel in a sense of accomplishment when they leave their mark on a trail that hundreds of other people can then experience. In honor of all those good feelings, AMC is proud to present the Coleman Trails Challenge.
What is it?
Each Chapter is challenged to add 5 miles of AMC maintained trails per year over the next five years. To take part in the Challenge, look no further than your favorite hiking trails or parks. AMC is looking for volunteers to adopt trails that are close to home or further afield. As long as they are not already maintained by AMC and are legal trails, they qualify. You can work independently or with your friends and family. New adopters, new members, chapters, and current trail organizers and maintainers will be eligible for a range of rewards from t-shirts to complimentary lodging at AMC Destinations based on the number of trail miles they add to AMC’s inventory.
To get started, contact the Trails Challenge Coordinator at amctrailschallenge@outdoors.org with your interest and for details. For more information please review our handy guide for how to take part in the challenge. Also, read more detail on what counts toward the Chapter Trails Challenge.
Don’t have the skills?
Don’t worry. Most essential trail work is best learned on the job. If you can follow simple directions while getting to know your fellow crew members, you are qualified for trail work. A great way to get some skills is to contact the Trails Challenge Coordinator at amctrailschallenge@outdoors.org to sign up for a scheduled skills session or to organize a new one. Another great way to get the skills and meet other AMC trails volunteers is to participate in Chapter Trail Work Projects.
Don’t have the time?
Even one day a year devoted to trail maintenance goes a long way especially on some of our more heavily used and well-loved trails. Check your chapter activities listings or AMC’s volunteer trail short program listings for options and see what you have been missing. Many activities are great for families.
