Corporate Sponsors

American Hiking Society corporate sponsors provide significant support to our conservation and awareness programs and share a strong commitment to protecting trails across the country.

Learn more about how your business can help protect trails and the hiking experience or contact:

Margie Cohen
(404) 873-0403
MCohen@AmericanHiking.org

National Lead Sponsor

Nature Valley
Since 1975, Nature Valley has used wholesome ingredients to make the best-tasting granola bars around, with new flavors and types for every taste. When you need energy for your active lifestyle, turn to the original granola bar – Nature Valley. As maker of Mother Nature's Energy Bar™, Nature Valley has a commitment to helping make nature enjoyable and accessible while protecting and preserving nature.

Partners

	Cascade Designs® For over thirty-five years, Seattle-based Cascade Designs®, makers of Therm-a-Rest® and MSR® products, has led the outdoor industry in the design and manufacture of innovative, reliable and useful gear including the first self inflating camping mattress and the first multi-fuel stove. They are proud charter sponsors of the National Trails Fund.
	Fetzer At Fetzer, every day is earth day. Sustainability is a way of life and at the cornerstone of the way we do business. It not only makes us better stewards of the land and better winemakers, it makes us better neighbors and better members of the community and we can all toast to that.
	L.L.Bean Founded in 1912, L.L. Bean is a leading retailer of quality apparel, sporting gear and home furnishings for outdoor enthusiasts. The company partners with conservation and recreation organizations that promote conservation and stewardship of our natural resources. L.L.Bean is a proud Charter Sponsor of the National Trails Fund.
	Merrell Merrell is the global reference for performance outdoor and active lifestyle footwear. The brand and its products are designed and built to perform for all those who recognize “outdoor” as a lifestyle. Merrell makes footwear for all types of outdoor pursuits and is a proud National Trails Day® sponsor.

Friends

	Backpacker Backpacker, the magazine of wilderness travel, helped launch the first National Trails Day® event in 1993 and has continued to support NTD as a national media sponsor. Backpacker proudly promotes membership in AHS and encourages hikers of all levels to get outside through its national Get Out More! tour.
	Backpacker's Pantry Backpacker's Pantry is a family owned and operated business dedicated to exploring and preserving our natural environment. Backpacker's Pantry has been making tasty and nutritious freeze-dried and dehydrated meals for over 50 years and will be providing meals for some of this years Volunteer Vacation work crews.
	Columbia Founded in 1938 in Portland, Ore., Columbia Sportswear Company has grown from a small family-owned hat distributorship to one of the world's largest outerwear brands and the leading seller of skiwear in the United States. Columbia is proud to support Volunteer Vacations.
	FalconGuides As a leading publisher of information for the enthusiast, FalconGuides takes great pride in leading the way to the great outdoors: now with more than 1000 titles covering the spectrum of outdoor activities; from hiking and rock climbing to preservation and identification, supported by travel information. FalconGuides, Outfit your mind.
	GU Energy Labs Athletes the world over have come to the same conclusion: GU gel and Chomps Energy Chews work! Launched in 1991, the world’s first energy gel is still the most efficient sports fuel available today. Whatever your athletic endeavor, there's a GU product for you.
	Kahtoola Kahtoola is a maker of snowshoes and winter traction gear based in Flagstaff, AZ. Kahtoola means “directly” in Tibetan. Not only do their products get runners and hikers directly where they’re going, the Tibetan spirit of Kahtoola guides their philosophy. The company contributes 1% of its sales to help preserve indigenous mountain cultures worldwide.
	Katadyn, North America Since 1928, Katadyn has been a leader in the development of quality drinking water systems. Our history has been of innovation and durability. Katadyn's unique products provide safety and convenience for many user groups including militaries, health organizations, and outdoor adventurers worldwide. No other water system provides higher quality or longer lasting performance.
	Klean Kanteen Klean Kanteen® is the original purveyor of stainless steel beverage containers to reduce environmental and health risks associated with single-use and polycarbonate plastic bottles. Since 2004, the company has been recognized for superior personal hydration designs and commitment to alleviating waste and pollution, including a 2009 Ocean Heroes Award.
	LEKI LEKI, the world's leading manufacturer of ski, hiking and trekking poles, had its start in Kircheim, Germany. LEKI poles can be found just about anywhere - from your local hiking trail to the summit of Mount Everest - and are fully adjustable and collapsible for easy travel and storage.
	Menasha Ridge Menasha Ridge Press, located in Birmingham, AL, is a leading publisher of outdoor recreation, travel, nature, and reference guides. The Press publishes 30 titles annually including the best-selling series 60 Hikes within 60 Miles that gives trekkers great options for hikes close to metropolitan areas throughout the country.
	Mountain Hardwear An outdoor industry leader in the manufacturing of technologically advanced tents, clothing and sleeping bags, Mountain Hardwear is always on the cutting edge, emphasizing the performance, reliability and durability in gear that backcountry hikers depend on. Mountain Hardwear's products are available for men and women, and are guaranteed for life.
	The North Face The North Face provides performance apparel, equipment, footwear and accessories. Offering the most technically advanced products on the market, The North Face is the choice of the world's most accomplished climbers, extreme skiers, mountaineers, snowboarders and explorers. The North Face is committed to pushing the limits of design, so that customers can push their limits outdoors and Never Stop Exploring™.
	OrthoLite OrthoLite is the world’s leading supplier of open cell foam insoles found in more than 50 million shoes each year including, Merrell , Timberland, Salomon, Teva, Nike and Adidas. OrthoLite provides superior lightweight comfort, cushioning, breathability and anti-microbial function to maximize your overall performance every time you hit the trails.
	Osprey Packs From its humble beginnings in 1974 to its current recognition as an industry leader, Osprey has always flown its own course. Our mission is to create innovative high performance gear that reflects a love of adventure and a devotion to the outdoors and the environment.
	REI REI, founded in 1938 as a consumer cooperative by a group of mountaineers seeking quality climbing equipment, operates 94 stores nationwide and offers top name brand products for camping, climbing, cycling, hiking, paddling, snowsports and travel. REI promotes environmental stewardship and outdoor recreation through education, volunteerism, gear donations and financial contributions.
	Trailspace Trailspace is the backcountry gear guide dedicated to helping hikers, backpackers, and climbers gear up and get out. Trailspace publishes independent reviews, news, and information about thousands of outdoor products, helping backcountry users find dependable gear that lets them get out and enjoy human-powered backcountry activities.
	Teijin Aramid USA We are Teijin Aramid, a subsidiary of the Teijin Group. Our commitment both to our products and our customers has made us the global leader in aramids. Wherever strength, safety, heat or flame resistance, low weight or sustainability is required, you will find Twaron® and Technora®. That’s the power of aramid.
	Tubbs Snowshoes For over a century, Tubbs Snowshoes has been at the forefront of the snowshoe industry, leading the pursuit of personal exploration in winter. Tubbs provides outdoor enthusiasts of all ages with high performance snowshoes for backcountry exploration, day hiking or trail walking, in all types of terrain and snow conditions.
	TwoKnobbyTires.com TwoKnobbyTires.com is an online store for outdoor gear that promotes a healthy, active, and eco-friendly lifestyle for cyclists, hikers, families, and pet owners. Through blog.TwoKnobbyTires.com, we inspire people to spend time outdoors connecting with nature in an environmentally-responsible way.
	Ultimate Kilimanjaro Ultimate Kilimanjaro is a US-based outfitter specializing in private climbs on Mount Kilimanjaro and wildlife safaris in Northern Tanzania. All treks are led by licensed, experienced, local guides. For the ultimate experience, climb with the Kilimanjaro specialist.

Media Sponsor

American Park Network
American Park Network® is the most comprehensive source of information on America's favorite National Parks and has been America's leading publisher of visitor guide magazines for national parks for more than two decades.

Additional Supportor

Adventures in Travel Expo ™
Adventures in Travel Expo™ is the nation's largest active and adventure travel show, showcasing worldwide travel destinations and unique vacation packages. A one-of-a-kind event where you can make your travel dreams a reality with the help of travel experts and show-only specials.