Join Us at AMC's 146th Annual Summit

AMC's Annual Summit is virtual again this year with a schedule packed with exciting presentations and workshops.

Our Mission

The Appalachian Mountain Club is dedicated to the protection, enjoyment, and understanding of the outdoors.

White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire

CONSERVATION

Why Land Matters

Millions of acres conserved since 1896

A Legacy of Conservation and Advocacy

Land conservation holds a central place in AMC’s mission with benefits ranging from the protection of endangered species to outdoor recreation opportunities.

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TRAILS

1,800+ Miles

of Tended Trail

Stewarding Every Step

AMC staffers and volunteers maintain recreational trails across the Northeast, including nearly 350 miles of the Appalachian Trail in five states.

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RESEARCH

Air Quality Success

The Clean Air Act and the White Mountains

Understanding the Science

Learn how air quality and visibility in New Hampshire’s White Mountain National Forest have both improved due to the work of AMC’s research scientists.

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ISSUES

Raise Your Voice

for Conservation

Advocacy for People and Planet

Learn about and speak up on issues that threaten the Northeast outdoors, as well as opportunities to ensure that treasured locations and landscapes can be enjoyed for generations to come.

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CHANGES AHEAD

Net Zero

By 2050

Leading the Fight

AMC has long been conscious of and taken responsibility for the impacts created by our use and enjoyment of the outdoors, and has set an organization goal of net zero emissions by 2050.

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Now Featuring

AMC Adventures

AMC Books

Read from AMC's Latest Memoir 'This Wild Land'

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Winter Adventures

Backcountry Skiing at Mount Cardigan

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From AMC Outdoors

Hike the Cohos Trail with Its Founder

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Support the Outdoors

Adventures

Reach Your Peak

Journey to the top of New England on a legendary hiking adventure—our first choice for exploring the White Mountains this season.

Go With A Guide

Get Involved

Be outdoors and give back by leading a trip, sharing your skills, helping to repair public trails, speaking up for conservation, or participating in citizen science. Hands-on options abound in every corner of the organization.

Join AMC

Join Us at AMC's 146th Annual Summit

The Appalachian Mountain Club is dedicated to the protection, enjoyment, and understanding of the outdoors.

Why Land Matters

Millions of acres conserved since 1896

A Legacy of Conservation and Advocacy

1,800+ Miles

of Tended Trail

Stewarding Every Step

Air Quality Success

The Clean Air Act and the White Mountains

Understanding the Science

Raise Your Voice

for Conservation

Advocacy for People and Planet

Net Zero

By 2050

Leading the Fight

Now Featuring

Read from AMC's Latest Memoir 'This Wild Land'

Backcountry Skiing at Mount Cardigan

Hike the Cohos Trail with Its Founder

Support the Outdoors

Reach Your Peak

Get Involved

Support the Outdoors

Other Ways to Give