As we step into our 150th year, the Appalachian Mountain Club is rooting into something that has guided us from the beginning: optimism. The outdoors faced real challenges in 2025, yet our community showed up with courage...
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This summer, members of AMC’s research team are out in the field: catching clouds on the top of Mt. Washington, counting pollinators in the alpine zone, and measuring dissolved organic carbon in mountain lakes. Why…
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Looking for a getaway that blends wild beauty, outdoor adventure, and cozy cabin comfort? Welcome to Maine! Whether you’re craving the stillness of a remote pond, the thrill of a mountain summit hike, a campfire…
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On a freezing night in early May, a search and rescue crew set off into a squall on a high-stakes mission: a 63-year-old man had vanished somewhere near Franconia Ridge. He’d been missing for three…
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For 150 years, the Appalachian Mountain Club has been proving that a love of the outdoors can drive real change. From preserving forests to shaping national conservation policy, we’ve shown what’s possible when passionate people…
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Harmful budget proposals moving through Congress threaten to reverse decades of bipartisan conservation progress and undermine the landmark Great American Outdoors Act. The proposed cuts would slash funding for public lands and outdoor access, breaking the…
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Looking for a summer getaway where your family can unplug, connect, and discover the joy of the outdoors together? Join the Appalachian Mountain Club for Family Weekends at Cardigan Lodge—a series of fun-filled, unforgettable Friday-to-Sunday…
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Ultra-runner and thru-hiker Tara Dower has a tattoo on her leg that says, “suffer well.” While there are many reasons to go trail running (many of which do not involve suffering), Tara and fellow athlete…
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The Appalachian Mountain Club is thrilled to launch the first-ever Adventure Travel trip for 20s/30s Young Members—and it’s one of the best hikes in the world: Switzerland’s breathtaking Via Alpina. Running from July 18-26, 2026,…
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A short drive from New York City, you can discover a variety of breathtaking vistas, natural landscapes, and recreational opportunities from hiking trails to paddling routes and more. Stay at one of the Appalachian Mountain…
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