2012

Sweet Spots (May/June 2012) Walk or paddle into these 10 family-friendly, tent-only campgrounds

Booking It (May/June 2012) Dedicated hikers red-line the entire White Mountain Guide

Manhattan Standing (March/April 2012) Paddleboarding the Hudson offers a fresh view of New York City

Beyond the Forest (March/April 2012) Tom Wessels teaches us about much more than trees

Still Making Us Stretch (January/February 2012) After 23 years, Andy Falender leaves an AMC that is stronger, broader, and wiser than ever before—but says there's more to be done

Racing Time (January/February 2012) The day Mount Washington broke me

2011

Have Snowshoes, Will Travel (November/December 2011) These 11 classic trails provide winter inspiration

What's in a Name? (November/December 2011) History, tragedy, and whimsy determined what we call these White Mountain peaks

A Long Journey (September/October 2011) Decades in the making, the 200-mile Bay Circuit Trail offers close-to-home recreation for the Boston area

The Maine Effect (September/October 2011) AMC's Maine Woods Initiative helps local businesses and schools alike

Above it All (July/August 2011) Ten classic fire tower hikes

Walking the Talk (July/August 2011) AMC's ridgerunners protect the Appalachian Trail, one conversation at a time

My Daughter's 'Bad Uncle' (May/June 2011) How an adventurous mom starts climbing again

Many Hands (May/June 2011) Volunteers make AMC programs happen—and are repaid with friendships, skills, and outdoor fun

On the Lookout (March/April 2011) Across the Northeast, indicator species offer clues to ecosystem health

Quiet, Please (March/April 2011) Taking it slow on Lake Umbagog

A Decade Outdoors (January/February 2011) Looking back at Vision 2010

Stories in the Snow (January/February 2011) A pro offers tips on reading winter tracks

2010

Skiing the Classics (November/December 2010) Four of the best backcountry ski tours in the Northeast

First Tracks (November/December 2010) AMC's Snow-Shoe Section broke the trail for winter recreation

Roads Less Traveled (September/October 2010) A solo bike tour through the Mid-Atlantic Highlands

Survival Essentials (September/October 2010) What to pack for the unexpected

Night Prowls (July/August 2010) Hiking by moonlight offers new perspective on trails

Beauty and the Bog (July/August 2010) In pursuit of the weird, wet, and wonderful

Welcome to Galehead (May/June 2010) Every summer, an eclectic croo of young people serves up great food, green education, and mountain safety through AMC's huts, all while having a rollicking good time

The Nurture of Nature (May/June 2010) How one book sparked a movement to reconnect today's young people with the outdoors

The Wild Waterway (March/April 2010) A multiday paddling trip on Maine's Allagash River explores the benefits, and challenges, of protecting the Northeast's waterways

Rapid Growth (March/April 2010) Young people expand their horizons in AMC's Teen Wilderness Adventures

Thunderstruck (January/February 2010) Schussing the Berkshires' Thunderbolt Ski Run

Book It (January/February 2010) This winter, snowshoe through the Northeast's literary landscapes

2009

A Vision in Green (November/December 2009) AMC's Roach Ponds Tract protects a critical link in the 100-Mile Wilderness

Rescue on the Ridge (November/December 2009) Why do hikers keep getting in trouble on Franconia? And who should pay for getting them out?

Easy Riding (September/October 2009) A tour of historic and family-friendly East Coast bike paths

Ax Appeal (September/October 2009) College athletes make old-time logging their sport of choice

Navigation Showdown (July/August 2009) GPS, map, and compass go toe to toe in the backcountry

Can Do (July/August 2009) Outdoor opportunities for people with disabilities are growing

Beauty Spots (June 2009) Traversing history, culture, and natural beauty on the New England National Scenic Trail

Teen Sensations (June 2009) Trail work and other outdoor activities help urban youths discover their self-worth

Escape the Crowds (May 2009) Hike, bike, and paddle on Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard—and leave other tourists behind

First Flowers (May 2009) Springtime comes to our northeastern peaks, one blossom at a time

Fuel for the Long Haul (April 2009) How to pack trail meals that are light, delicious, and good for you

Hidden Gems (April 2009) Discover the overlooked jewels of the four-state Highlands region

Current Affairs (March 2009) Paddlers swoon for these 12 runs, from quiet waters to Class IV rapids

Waves of the Future? (March 2009) Whitewater parks proposed in the Northeast might help paddlers, local economies, and even the fish

Snow Slumbers (January/February 2009) A primer on winter camping

Then & Now (January/February 2009) How does today's gear compare to that of yesteryear?

2008

Backcountry in White (December 2008) Explore the backcountry this winter

Budding Heroes (December 2008) How the Northeast's forests are quietly fighting climate change

Snow Days (November 2008) How to make winter cool for kids

Shrink Your Carbon Footprint (November 2008) Ten steps to reduce your home energy bill and help the environment

Seeing Ghosts (October 2008) Cellar holes and pottery shards hint at once-thriving communities

People + Place (October 2008) A photo journal of AMC's efforts in the Maine Woods

Leaf Peeping Tours (September 2008) An AMC cycling trip leader searches out great autumn rides

Heavy Lifting (September 2008) In the dirt with AMC's professional trail crew

Urban Escapes (July/August 2008) This summer, come and discover great adventures close to home

Classroom with a View (July/August 2008) AMC helps students learn nature's lessons

Saltwater Journeys (June 2008) Six great sea kayaking trips showcase lighthouses, wildlife, and waterfront camping

Breaking Trail (June 2008) A once-endangered path will soon traverse the Keystone State—and connect hikers to a larger network

Who Taught You to Pack? (May 2008) Two backpackers learn how to go light

Trail Hazards (May 2008) New threats to the Appalachian Trail change the focus of preservation efforts

Nurture in Nature (April 2008) Meet a group of parents who make sure children aren't left inside

Photo Tips from a Pro (April 2008) How to bring home that great view from your next adventure

Water Trail Revival (March 2008) Long routes link paddlers to the past

Where the Wild Things Are (March 2008) A guide to discovering what's flying, creeping, or wiggling near you

Ice Attraction (January/February 2008) Meet four female ice climbers who choose to conquer the frozen surfaces of the Northeast, and keep coming back for more

Cold War (January/February 2008) Army research helps us triumph over winter weather

2007

Splendid Isolation (December 2007) Lodge-to-lodge ski touring in Maine

Cat's Cradle (December 2007) The Canada lynx settles in Maine's North Woods, for now

Staying in the Game (November 2007) Find out how to stay off the sidelines—and on the trail, rock, or water—with expert advice on injury prevention

Some Like it Cold (November 2007) AMC caretakers relish winters without running water—or a thermostat

Fragile Islands (October 2007) Can alpine tundra survive climate change?

Feeling the Heat (October 2007) Outdoor enthusiasts observe climate change first-hand

The Wind Regime (September 2007) From the shores of Boston Harbor to the top of Mount Washington, come ride the atmosphere on a journey of escalating power

Chasing the List (September 2007) The four thousand footer club turns 50

High Life (July/August 2007) Bill Atkinson has conquered the Alps, cheated death in the Tetons, and completed ascents from Red Rocks to the Whites.

The All-Nighter (July/August 2007) Who needs sleep? Not the nocturnal naturalists of the bioblitz, a 24-hour race to catalogue everything that creeps, crawls, and grows

Classic Climbs (June 2007) Standards of excellence; traditional, historically memorable routes

A Fine Balance (June 2007) Five companies that have made preserving the North Woods their business

What is Wilderness? (May 2007) The strongest, longest lasting protection for the nation's forests, parks, and public lands

12th Annual AMC Photo Contest Results (May 2007)

Are We There Yet? (April 2007) Keep family adventures fun with realistic goals—and a few tricks up your sleeve

Breaking Trail (April 2007) With the release of the White Mountain Guide's 28th edition, a hiking institution turns 100

Whitewater Canaries (March 2007) Rivers connect us with the natural world, but unnatural forces are increasingly dictating the experience

Snow Rangers (March 2007) A day in the life of Mount Washington’s avalanche experts

Adios, Winter Slump (January/February 2007) Eight cool ways to take your adventure off the shoveled path

The Best of Maine (January/February 2007)

2006

The Constant of Change (December 2006) The evolution of the AMC huts system

A Hard Freeze (December 2006) The winter Presidential Traverse

The Nature of Risk (November 2006) Risk isn't just for extreme athletes anymore; under the influence of DRD4, the so-called "risk gene," we may all be hardwired to put ourselves in harm's way

Katahdin: A Historic Journey (November 2006) Legend and lore from Maine's highest mountain

A Love of Trees Grows in Brooklyn (October 2006)

Rural Legends (October 2006) For as long as people have ventured into the New England woods, certain spots have raised prickles on the backs of their necks

Carved in Time (September 2006) Unlocking the ancient Appalachians

Pulp Friction (September 2006) In a changing and volatile economy, the Mahoosuc region sets out to reinvent itself

Erik Schlimmer's Big Adventure (July/August 2006) He's completed Northeast peak bagging's toughest list and established the longest unofficial mountain bike route in the world

Space Invaders (July/August 2006) As invasive species choke out natives, scientists wage a costly and mounting battle

New Heights (June 2006) The best-kept secret in Northeast climbing isn't Rumney, the Whites, or the Gunks

Carefree Highway (June 2006) Hitting the road with two kids, four bikes, one canoe—and six days off

Classic Rock (May 2006) Eight great hikes that have Northeast written all over them

Hut Logistics (May 2006) For AMC's mountain dwelling hut croos, most of the heavy lifting still takes place on the ground

Northeast Passage (April 2006) The International Appalachian Trail traveks across two countries from Maine to Newfoundland

Dam Good Paddling (April 2006) Removal and relicensing mean good news for river health and recreation

Down the Creek (March 2006)

Farms (and Forests) (March 2006)

Backcountry Bliss (January/February 2006) Earn your turns this winter in the Northeast's pitch-perfect powder stashes

Cabin Fever (January/February 2006) Wake up where the action is at these five backcountry getaways

2005

Best Groomed (December 2005) Find adventure on the beaten track at some of the finest cross-country ski areas in the Northeast

Volunteer Trail Maine-tainers (November 2005)

Good News, Bears (September 2005)

Paths of Least Resistance (July/August 2005) On the trail of the next great railroad boom

Great Family Campgrounds (June 2005) These campgrounds make it easy for your kids to connect with the outdoors

Hut, Two, Three, Four (May 2005) Can this novice hiker survive the trek from Lonesome to Madison?

Going the Distance (April 2005) The longest trails in the Northeast

Take Me to the River (March 2005) From George Washington to the oil spill, going with the flow on the Delaware River

Winter on Washington (January/February 2005) Ten ways to explore the Northeast's highest peak—whatever your skill level

2004

Melissa Stewart (December 2004) Writing is her nature

AMC's Maine Partners Gather (December 2004)

Garth Willis (November 2004) Bringing AMC to Asia

Claudia Mausner (September 2004) Doctor of hike-ology

Into the Northern Wilds (September 2004) Ecologist, trail crew survey AMC's Maine land

Carson Tang (July/August 2004) Agent of change

Anne Melvin (June 2004) Acting locally

Games Paddlers Play (June 2004) What’s the secret of getting your family to love paddling as much as you do? Having fun, of course!

Kelly Omand (May 2004) Bringing conservation home

Lawrence "Stroker" Rogovin (April 2004) Three mile man

Scott Monroe (March 2004) Super steward

Bryan Courtois (January/February 2004) He takes to the woods

2003

Paul and Mary Ann Ray (December 2003) Changing the Chesapeake

Joe Gardner (November 2003) Hudson hero

Leon Barkman (October 2003) Hiking pioneer

Marie Tanner (September 2003) Island hopping

Billy Starr (July/August 2003) One for the road

Aqua Culture (June 2003) Think there's nothing new afloat? Discover a few ways to make waves this summer

The Hardys (June 2003) All in the family

Vonnie Reis (May 2003) Life with a water view

Dick Hillman (April 2003) From Maryland to Mizpah

Tale of a Trail (April 2003) The Grafton Loop

Charlie Camp (March 2003) Life by the drop

To Build a Boat (March 2003) Meet three teachers devoted to passing down this ancient art

Kathryn Yousif (January/February 2003) Snow angel

O, Canada (January/February 2003) Tales of western exploration from AMC pioneers

2002

Bob and Mary Harrington (December 2002) Green acres

Amy Hsu (November 2002) Generating change

Paul Elliott (October 2002) Capital asset

Ed Hawkins (September 2002) A man for all seasons

Ildi Morris (July/August 2002) Mountaineering mama

Marty Cohen (June 2002) In tune with AMC Outings for Kids (AOK)

Knee-High to Nature (June 2002) To the hut!

Jack Schempp (May 2002) Conservation champion

Andrea Deaton (April 2002) Calling all backpackers

2001

Leader of the Backpack (November 2001) A peek at Mountain Leadership School

Taking the Plunge (June 2001) The elements of rock

Child's Play (June 2001) How to turn camping with your kids into a joyful experience

Ten for the Trail (June 2001) Games for restless little hikers

Taking the Plunge (June 2001) In search of my single-track self

Earnest Seekers (January/February 2001) A journey through 125 years of AMC history, accomplishments, and personalities

2000

Trail Bandits (December 2000) Bootleg trail makers hack through the White Mountain National Forest

Chilly Scenes of Winter (November 2000) Three colleagues learn about camping in that bitter fourth season

Welcome to the Accessible Appalachian Trail (October 2000)

Huts and Glory (July/August 2000) AMC's archives offer a wry peek at life on the high peaks

Grab the Kids and Go (June 2000)

Flowers on High (April 2000)

Trail of Years (April 2000) Explore the rich history of Mount Washington's Crawford Path

Testing the Waters (March 2000) A one-time landlubber learns to sea kayak

1999

Stand By Your Land (September 1999)

What's Sleep Got to Do With It? (June 1999)

No Fear (Almost) (June 1999)

Where the Wild Kids Are (June 1999)

1998

Stone Step by Stone Step (May 1998) The five biggest battles trail crews fight

1997

Peace, Quiet, and...Compost? (May 1997) A peek at a caretaker's day

Rocky Days and Weighty Problems (May 1997) Trail crew life

Welcome to Club AT (May 1997) Where the body shrinks and the mind expands