30 YEARS OF AMERICAN HIKING SOCIETY

In 2006, American Hiking celebrated its 30th anniversary. Read a letter from American Hiking Society's President, the history of the organization (1MB PDF) and its policy programs (377KB PDF), and where we are going in the years ahead. Watch our NEW VIDEO celebrating 30 years.

KEY COMPONENTS OF CREATING A VOLUNTEER PROGRAM(PDF 973KB)

Thanks to the generous support of the National Forest Foundation, Tennessee Dept. of Environment & Conservation (TDEC), and the National Park Service's Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance (RTCA) program, American Hiking Society is proud to be able to provide this informative manual that provides step-by-step instructions on how to plan and implement a successful volunteer program.

AMERICAN HIKING'S TOP-10 TRAIL LISTS

American Hiking experts hiked far and wide to identify our country's best trails that get you out of the gym and into nature. See our list of best Fitness, Family and Low-Impact trails.

TRAIL ECOLOGY

Download and read archived articles on the ecology of trail lands, a series in American Hiker magazine written by Glenn Scherer.

LEAVE NO TRACE

American Hiking is a proud member of the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics. Learn how you can Leave No Trace next time you hit the trail.

FACT SHEETS

Be a prepared hiker by reading our variety of informative fact sheets covering topics ranging from skin safety in the outdoors to the economic benefits of community trails.

HIKER'S JOURNAL

Some of the best things about a great hike are the stories of the trials and tribulations along the way. Read journal entries from hikers all over the country.

PRESS ROOM

Get the latest news and press releases, obtain photos and logos, and sign up for press release e-list. Journalists can also sign up to receive American Hiker Magazine.

FUNDING RESOURCES

Learn about public and private funding sources for the trails you manage.

PARTNER NEWS

PATHWAYS ACROSS AMERICA

Pathways is the only national publication devoted to the news and issues of America's national scenic and historic trails. Pathways is published by the Partnership for the National Trails System.

NATIONAL TRAILS DIRECTORY

The National Trails Directory, created in 1995, unifies and networks trail organizations and managing agencies throughout the country. The directory, now available online, is updated on a continual basis and includes every type of trail organization. Search for an organization or agency, or enter your information in the National Trails Directory today.

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