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Our Mission

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

sunset over Sandwich Dome in the White Mountains National Forest

Lost Pond Trail in White Mountains National Forest

CONSERVATION

Why Land Matters

AMC’s Waters and Rivers Protection Fund Expands Whitewater Paddling Across the Region

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

Climate Change in the Mountains

AMC-led Journal Issue Explores the Impacts

Understanding the Science

What are the short- and long-term impacts of climate change in the mountains of the Northeast? A new journal issue, featuring the work of many past and present AMC researchers, explores that question in detail.

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ISSUES

Support 30 by 30

4 Ways Land Conservation Helps Fight Climate Change

Advocacy for People and Planet

Known as “30 by 30,” this inclusive and bold vision for building climate resilience and preserving biodiversity safeguards America’s lands, waters, and wildlife habitat.

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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

Fall/Winter Stories

guest viewing the Dark Skies at Medawisla Lodge

Outdoor Adventures

Visitors See the Dark at AMC’s Inaugural Dark Sky Festival

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view inside Little Lyford Lodge dining area

Outdoor Spaces

AMC Lodging in 2023: What’s Changed, What Hasn’t

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Outdoor Stories

Do Cell Phones Belong in the Mountains?

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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

Stand Up for the Outdoors!

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

Why Land Matters

AMC’s Waters and Rivers Protection Fund Expands Whitewater Paddling Across the Region

A Legacy of Conservation and Advocacy

1,800+ Miles

of Tended Trail

Stewarding Every Step

Climate Change in the Mountains

AMC-led Journal Issue Explores the Impacts

Understanding the Science

Support 30 by 30

4 Ways Land Conservation Helps Fight Climate Change

Advocacy for People and Planet

Net Zero

By 2050

Leading the Fight

Now Featuring

Visitors See the Dark at AMC’s Inaugural Dark Sky Festival

AMC Lodging in 2023: What’s Changed, What Hasn’t

Do Cell Phones Belong in the Mountains?

Support the Outdoors

Reach Your Peak

Get Involved

Support the Outdoors

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