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American Hiking Society is hiring!

If you want to be part of a team that is helping to preserve and protect America's hiking trails and the lands around them, then this might be just your opportunity! American Hiking Society is currently seeking a Senior Director for Programs. Read more about this challenging and rewarding position.

AHS Launches Photo Contest!

American Hiking Society is starting an ongoing photo contest for the most nature-y, beautiful, fun and family-oriented pictures you have taken.  And the winner(s) will have their picture published in an upcoming issue of American Hiker magazine or may even see it on the cover!  Submit your favorite pictures for these contest categories:  (1) Families on Foot, (2) Trails and Hiking (3) Nature and (4) Seasons. Read the official rules and download the entry form today!

 
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Congratulations to National Trails Day hosts and participants for another trail-tastic celebration!  Although events are still happening throughout the year, American Hiking wants to thank all the hosts, trail volunteers, hikers, bikers, paddlers, runners and riders that made NTD 2010 a huge success!  Click here to learn more about NTD 2010.  And save the date now for NTD 2011 on Saturday, June 4th!

 
NTD Host kit small Order National Trails Day gear! Show your support with a T-shirt or promote your event with a Host Kit which includes shirts and great gear from our sponsors. Click here to order!
hike app stack GPS trail maps for iPhone support American Hiking: Get high quality topo maps for your next trip on the trail with the HIKE app by Intermap and support American Hiking Society at the same time!
Hike the Hill 2010 - home page

We Hiked the Hill! Over a hundred trails advocates joined us in DC this February. See how they protected trails across the nation and check out photos from our first annual Hike on the National Mall.

American Hiking is on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube: Become a fan on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and watch us on YouTube today.

Great Deals in our Hiker's Store
Whether you're looking for a new day pack, a cozy fleece vest, or maybe a cool new wicking t-shirt, you will find all of that and more at our Hiker's Store! All items are being sold at far below retail price, so consider getting an item or two for your friends and family as well as something for yourself. At these prices they will sell quickly, so get shopping today!

National Trails Fund
National Trails Fund for 2010 have been announced!  Click here to learn about the winning projects.

American Hiking and Travelocity.com team up to "Travel for Good."
American Hiking Society’s Volunteer Vacations are now being included in Travelocity.com’s Travel for Good program, which partners with nonprofit organizations dedicated to volunteerism.

American Hiking Society’s Volunteer Vacations are now being included in Travelocity.com’s , which partners with nonprofit organizations dedicated to volunteerism.

American Hiking Society Strategic Plan Overview: 2008-2012. Learn about our new goals and initiatives.

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Neutralize your travel impact: Make your next hiking excursion or Volunteer Vacation a carbon neutral trip.  

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Current Issues

Speak up for trails & hiking at an AGO Listening Session near you!  Click here for more details.

31 New National Recreation Trails Designated!
Secretary Salazar designates 31 National Recreation Trails. Learn more and Take In the Outdoors.

FY 2011 Budget Recommendations: American Hiking submits appropriations testimony to Congress.

Climate Change/Energy Threats to Trails: Let us know what impacts you are experiencing on the trail at our Policy page.

Help preserve trail funding and fight forest fires: Act Now  to support the FLAME fund.

Take Action to ask your Representative to Co-Sponsor The Complete America’s Great Trails Act.

National Forest Roadless Area Protection.
Roadless areas are critical for improving air and water quality, preserving habitat, and providing recreation opportunities.
Learn more and take action!