Once again, hikers can climb an observation tower on the summit of Bromley Mountain in Peru,VT. This 40-foot-tall steel observation tower stands on Bromley’s summit (3,260 Q.), offeringsweeping views of Killington, Okemo, Stratton, and Glastenbury mountains, and the surroundingareas. It… Continue Reading →
One of the most frequent hiker questions during any season is asking for hikerecommendations. GMC staff have published various lists of hikes for every season on thewebsite’s Hiking Recommendations page. Share these lists and recommendations, or curateyour own with hikes… Continue Reading →
A time-lapse composite from Canyonlands National Park in Utah, taken over two hours in July 2023.Credit…Photo Illustration by Natacha de Mahieu As dawn broke on a fall day in 2020 over the Hetch Hetchy Valley in Yosemite National Park, a… Continue Reading →
Calling all aspiring End-to-Enders! Whether you’re starting to plan an end-to-end thru-hike on the LOng Trail this year or are simply curious about what it takes to do so, this one’s for you. Mark your calendars for this year’s Long… Continue Reading →
Have you stepped in ankle-deep mud yet? If you have, you’re one square closer to bingo. Play along with us, marking your bingo board with mud season experiences and activities to pass this messy and muddy time of year. When… Continue Reading →
Viewing a solar eclipse without proper precautions or eye protection can be dangerous to the retina, the light-sensing tissue of the eye, potentially causing permanent blurred vision and/or blind spots (Figure 2). Solar retinopathy is a condition that occurs when… Continue Reading →
The total solar eclipse is coming right up in northern Vermont! Protect yourselves andVermont’s beautiful natural spaces: use caution and avoid the mountains on eclipse day. Stay safe, stay in town: Early April means unpredictable, variable weather in Vermont. Hikingtrails and… Continue Reading →
The weather this time of year changes so much it gives us whiplash! It may be clear and warmone day, then freezing and snowing the next. The varying conditions we’ve seen throughout themild winter – fewer and shorter periods of… Continue Reading →
Some very exciting trail protection and outdoor recreation news! Middlebury College hasdonated a trail right-of-way to GMC, permanently protecting 1.5 miles of Long Trailtreadway crossing the Middlebury Snowbowl in Hancock, VT. Since 1986, the club has been working toward permanently… Continue Reading →
Completed Three-Year Burrows Trail ProjectAfter 70 weeks of work over the past three years, the Green Mountain Club and the Vermont Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation completed a top-to-bottom rehabilitation project of the Burrows Trail on Camel’s Hump! The… Continue Reading →
It’s important to be prepared for all kinds of conditions in the mountains when out hiking. This time of year, it’s important to carry with you extra layers and traction footwear, even if you don’t expect to need them! Keep… Continue Reading →
Thank you to everyone who entered the 2024 photo contest! Over 100 individuals shared over 500 images that capture the beauty of Vermont’s mountains, trails, and hiking community as seen through your eyes and camera lenses. View the winning images… Continue Reading →
A big area of focus this time of year is foliage season hiking, but fall trail maintenance is just as important! Many of you are currently planning for your fall work days and recruiting volunteers to join.If you’re looking for… Continue Reading →
On Saturday, September 21, Green Mountain Club staff and sections celebrated this year’s Long Trail Day fundraising efforts with members of the hiking community. The weather was on our side this year, with sunshine and fair temperatures adding even more… Continue Reading →
VTDigger: “Repeat flooding compounds need for repairs to Vermont’s popular trail networks” GMC’s Director of Field Programs spoke with VTDigger ‘s Shaun Robinson about the damage and recovery process facing Vermont’s recreational resources after this summer’s storms. asd https://vtdigger.org/2024/07/17/repeat-flooding-compounds-need-for-repairs-to-vermonts-popular-trail-networks/ Long… Continue Reading →
Wilderness First Aid on 8/10 Registration is still open for the summer Wilderness First Aid course! Add to your backcountrysafety skills and emergency preparedness with this 16-hour course at GMC headquarters inWaterbury Center on Saturday, August 10 and Sunday, August… Continue Reading →
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