Two people in a boat on the Charles River hold a large YES on 6 sign

Vote Yes on Question 6 to Protect Massachusetts’ Outdoors

As Massachusetts voters head to the polls this November, they have a generational opportunity to shape the future of the outdoors. Ballot Question 6 holds the key to cleaner water, healthier forests, and more accessible...
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Liz Derstine and Tara Dower smiling atop a mountain.

Suffer Well: Inside the Record-Breaking Appalachian Trail Journeys of...

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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Snow-capped mountains over a turquoise glacial lake in Switzerland.

AMC 20s/30s Launches First Adventure Travel Trip: Hike the...

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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View of trees and mountains from rock on Suffern-Bear trail.

Getting Outdoors in New York and New Jersey

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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AMC’s Guide to New Hampshire’s Best-Kept Secrets

The Appalachian Mountain Club has been operating its High Mountain Huts in New Hampshire’s White Mountain National Forest since 1888, and in the past 130+ years, we’ve gotten to know New Hampshire pretty well. Even…
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A group of smiling people wearing shorts and t-shirts outside Mizpah Spring Hut.

How to Make Friends in the Outdoors

While getting outside is great, it’s even better when shared with others. Sharing time climbing, biking, or on the trail is a great way to bond with family and friends – making memories of epic…
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Man sitting and looking out over hazy sunset from top of mountain.

The EPA is Under Threat. Here’s an Inside Look–And...

Federal cuts to funding and staffing are critically impacting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)‘s ability to function. The agency is facing historically drastic deregulatory actions, with plans in place to fire hundreds of chemists, biologists,…
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Portrait of Ayana Elizabeth Johnson at desk with plants.

Put Your Superpowers to Use: An Interview with Ayana...

“What if we act as if we love the future?”  — Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson   This January, AMC launched the All Out Action Plan: our five-year road map for protecting critical landscapes, fostering a…
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Person looking out over mountain valley.

New Hampshire Activity Guide 

Welcome to New Hampshire! Planning a New Hampshire vacation with the Appalachian Mountain Club? Read on for suggestions on making the most of your trip, whether you stay close to the lodge or venture around…
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Solar panels on Lakes of the Clouds Hut.

“To Change Everything, We Need Everyone”: An Interview with...

It’s an overcast, blustery late winter day. I pull my collar up and brace against the wind. A few more steps, and I’m pushing open a glass door covered in posters for local events, a…
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