Since the emergence of the Goth movement, many members have held a fascination and appreciation for bats. Published on the Bat Conservation International website, September 2024.
The editor in chief of Appalachia Journal shares how to keep your name out of future accident reports. Published in AMC Outdoors Bulletin, August 2023.
At the beginning of a new century, the experiences of Benton MacKaye sparked an idea that would lead to the creation of the Appalachian Trail. Published on the Appalachian Trail Conservancy website, May 2021.
How Benton MacKaye’s call for protecting the “oxygen in the mountain air along the Appalachian skyline” guides the ATC’s work in combating climate change on the A.T. Published on the Appalachian Trail Conservancy Website, January 2021.
Even after 100 years, Benton MacKaye’s vision for the Appalachian Trail continues to guide the ATC in its mission. Published on the Appalachian Trail Conservancy Website, December 2020.
Recreation is only part of broader Appalachian Trail conservation, which extends beyond the footpath itself. Published on the Appalachian Trail Conservancy website, December 2020.
As Benton MacKaye discussed in his vision for the Appalachian Trail, we must prioritize conserving a realm of landscapes and experiences in addition to the footpath itself.
To better address threats to Appalachian Trail locations, the ATC and the National Park Service are taking inventory of the Trail’s irreplaceable views.
“Variety is the spice of life,” so why not carry a variety of spices? Here is a guide for improving meals on the trail. Published on TheTrek.co, July 2020.
Creating a continuous footpath from Maine to Georgia was not a one-time event. In order to preserve the Trail’s full 2,000-mile journey, continual maintenance and guardianship are essential to ensure the A.T. always remains open.
Almost 100 years ago, something extraordinary was happening in the mountains of eastern New York that continues to inspire and inform the ATC’s work today.
A half-mile A.T. relocation project gave the next generation of Trail stewards the chance to learn firsthand what it takes to maintain and preserve the A.T.
The red spruce forests in the Roan Highlands have become an inseparable part of the Appalachian Trail experience, but action must be taken to ensure they are a healthy, lasting part of the Roan ecosystem.
The U.S. Senate will soon consider legislation that takes a vital step toward reducing occurrences of tick-borne illnesses and providing better treatment for those afflicted. Published on the Appalachian Trail Conservancy website, June 2016.
Whether due to dramatic license or simply getting it wrong, there are more than a few details in the “A Walk in the Woods” film adaptation that will make A.T. thru-hikers scoff into their oatmeal.
While the trail is undoubtedly beautiful and oh-so-satisfying to amble along, the adventure would have been so much less without the moment-to-moment interactions with other hikers who were similarly entranced by the trail.
The world record was not the only thing Scott Jurek earned when he completed the Appalachian Trail. According to a post on Baxter State Park’s Facebook page, Jurek was issued three summonses by a BSP ranger while celebrating his victory atop Baxter Peak, the Northern Terminus of the A.T.
Hiking the Appalachian Trail deprives us of many things, but there is one thing that most of us simply can’t survive without, something that pleases the soul as much as the taste buds. I am talking, of course, about beer.
If thoughts of Lyme Disease were enough to keep you up at night, you might want to hide under covers after hearing this: Powassan Virus infections are reportedly on the rise. Published on TheTrek.co, April 2015.
“Lighter is better.” It’s a mantra adopted by thousands of hikers in pursuit of the perfect ultralight backpack, one that offers comfortable support, bountiful space, and durability that will last thousands of miles on the toughest terrain. Published on TheTrek.co, February 2015,
Forget bears, forget thunderstorms, forget things that go bump in the night: the real terror on the Appalachian Trail is the size of a sesame seed—or smaller. Published on TheTrek.co, December 2014.
Setting the story straight about the world’s only flying mammals. Published on the Bat Conservation International website, April 2025.
Since the emergence of the Goth movement, many members have held a fascination and appreciation for bats. Published on the Bat Conservation International website, September 2024.
Sifting through some of the most common bat myths to separate fact from fiction.
Trail etiquette is code of conduct prioritizing kindness, safety, and the health of the outdoors. Published in AMC Outdoors Bulletin, August 2023.
The editor in chief of Appalachia Journal shares how to keep your name out of future accident reports. Published in AMC Outdoors Bulletin, August 2023.
Help ensure you, your dog, and everyone else has fun on the trails by following these tips. Published in AMC Outdoors Bulletin, August 2023.
At the beginning of a new century, the experiences of Benton MacKaye sparked an idea that would lead to the creation of the Appalachian Trail. Published on the Appalachian Trail Conservancy website, May 2021.
By protecting the lands surrounding the Appalachian Trail, we can reinforce its important role as a climate-resilient corridor.
Protecting and expanding climate-resilient forests along the Appalachian Trail is vital to ensuring their long-term survival.
As we continue our series on climate change and its effects on the Appalachian Trail, it is important to lay the groundwork for several key topics.
How Benton MacKaye’s call for protecting the “oxygen in the mountain air along the Appalachian skyline” guides the ATC’s work in combating climate change on the A.T. Published on the Appalachian Trail Conservancy Website, January 2021.
Even after 100 years, Benton MacKaye’s vision for the Appalachian Trail continues to guide the ATC in its mission. Published on the Appalachian Trail Conservancy Website, December 2020.
Recreation is only part of broader Appalachian Trail conservation, which extends beyond the footpath itself. Published on the Appalachian Trail Conservancy website, December 2020.
As Benton MacKaye discussed in his vision for the Appalachian Trail, we must prioritize conserving a realm of landscapes and experiences in addition to the footpath itself.
To better address threats to Appalachian Trail locations, the ATC and the National Park Service are taking inventory of the Trail’s irreplaceable views.
“Variety is the spice of life,” so why not carry a variety of spices? Here is a guide for improving meals on the trail. Published on TheTrek.co, July 2020.
2020 events have underlined the importance of the Cooperative Management System in achieving the vision of a protected Appalachian Trail for everyone.
From trail maintenance to carpentry and natural resource conservation, volunteers employ a range of skills to protect the Appalachian Trail.
For almost 100 years, volunteerism has been the bedrock of the Appalachian Trail and the ATC.
The Appalachian Trail itself only exists and remains protected because of thousands of dedicated advocates.
While a thru-hike eventually ends, the journey as an Appalachian Trail advocate never does. Published in A.T. Journeys Magazine, Spring 2020.
Creating a continuous footpath from Maine to Georgia was not a one-time event. In order to preserve the Trail’s full 2,000-mile journey, continual maintenance and guardianship are essential to ensure the A.T. always remains open.
Almost 100 years ago, something extraordinary was happening in the mountains of eastern New York that continues to inspire and inform the ATC’s work today.
The South Mountain Partnership is determined to preserve this unique landscape home to 60 miles of the A.T.
The purchase of a 243-acre stretch of land will help preserve the irreplaceable views from the Appalachian Trail on McAfee Knob.
A half-mile A.T. relocation project gave the next generation of Trail stewards the chance to learn firsthand what it takes to maintain and preserve the A.T.
The red spruce forests in the Roan Highlands have become an inseparable part of the Appalachian Trail experience, but action must be taken to ensure they are a healthy, lasting part of the Roan ecosystem.
The U.S. Senate will soon consider legislation that takes a vital step toward reducing occurrences of tick-borne illnesses and providing better treatment for those afflicted. Published on the Appalachian Trail Conservancy website, June 2016.
“Where’s the Next Shelter?” is fantastically chronicled in what can best be described as a “laugh-a-minute philosophical travelogue.”
Choosing a great base layer can make the difference between an amazing hiking trip and a miserable misadventure.
Whether due to dramatic license or simply getting it wrong, there are more than a few details in the “A Walk in the Woods” film adaptation that will make A.T. thru-hikers scoff into their oatmeal.
When I strap on the Arc’teryx Bora² Mid GTX Hiking Boots, I feel as if I have stepped into a completely new phase of boot development.
While the trail is undoubtedly beautiful and oh-so-satisfying to amble along, the adventure would have been so much less without the moment-to-moment interactions with other hikers who were similarly entranced by the trail.
The world record was not the only thing Scott Jurek earned when he completed the Appalachian Trail. According to a post on Baxter State Park’s Facebook page, Jurek was issued three summonses by a BSP ranger while celebrating his victory atop Baxter Peak, the Northern Terminus of the A.T.
Hiking the Appalachian Trail deprives us of many things, but there is one thing that most of us simply can’t survive without, something that pleases the soul as much as the taste buds. I am talking, of course, about beer.
If thoughts of Lyme Disease were enough to keep you up at night, you might want to hide under covers after hearing this: Powassan Virus infections are reportedly on the rise. Published on TheTrek.co, April 2015.
“Lighter is better.” It’s a mantra adopted by thousands of hikers in pursuit of the perfect ultralight backpack, one that offers comfortable support, bountiful space, and durability that will last thousands of miles on the toughest terrain. Published on TheTrek.co, February 2015,
Forget bears, forget thunderstorms, forget things that go bump in the night: the real terror on the Appalachian Trail is the size of a sesame seed—or smaller. Published on TheTrek.co, December 2014.
There’s a lot happening in between Ireland and England.