For many hikers, the ideal trail is a remote trail; the farther from civilization the better. The New England National Scenic Trail (NET) is not that trail. The 215-mile footpath runs from the Long…
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Adventure, Love, and the Land That Shapes Us: Stories from the AMC Community
It’s time to pass the mic. Earlier this year, we put out a call for AMC stories in honor of our 150th anniversary. Stories of epic adventures, sweet connections, high mountain summits, and memories from AMC huts and lodges started coming...
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Whether you believe Robert Frost’s famous line “good fences make good neighbors” or not, there’s no shortage of stone walls in New England! If you’re looking to learn more about these historic stone walls, your…
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Looking for the best spring hikes in the Northeast, but don’t know where to start? We recently asked the AMC community what mountain they were most eager to hike when spring arrives. Their answers covered a…
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As a teacher, I usually go on a little outdoor adventure trip in the summer. After not having an adventure in summer 2020, and the remaining travel concerns this summer, I was uncertain what…
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In early August 2020, amid the necessary isolation and semi-isolation brought on by COVID-19, I was feeling anxious and blue. I needed a change of scenery and a project. I set my mind to…
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Washington, D.C., is known for its monuments, museums, and historic sites, but the nation’s capital also has its share of beautiful parks and trails to explore. Whether you’re a biker, hiker, or just looking…
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Central Park may be one of the world’s most famous, but it is by no means the only one in New York City. The best part? You don’t need a car to get to…
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Shenandoah National Park has it all: craggy granite peaks rising from pastoral valleys, hushed wooded hollows that open up onto spectacular cascades, and fields bristling with wildflowers. It’s also closer than you might think….
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If you’re an outdoor enthusiast living in Boston, count yourself lucky! Even without a car, adventure is never far away thanks to the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA), a mass transit system that spans…
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