Posts by Tyler Ray

American Hiking Society and partners secure increase in trails funding for federal land management agencies.

As Congress works together on a final bill, we ask you to adopt the following trail specific funding levels and report language that are included in the respective House and Senate versions of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies funding bills.

Your bags are packed, the car is loaded, and you are about to set off on a nice outdoor getaway to enjoy some hiking and fresh air when you hear then news that the government has shut down and you may not be able to access your favorite trail. Don’t fear, you can likely still go out and enjoy your hike, but you will be more limited in where you can go, what resources will be available, and who will be there to assist you.

On behalf of AHS and the 63 million strong hiking community we oppose the proposed rescission of the Roadless Rule as it will negatively impact the hiking community’s access to and enjoyment of the 9,298 miles of hiking trails contained within roadless areas.

On behalf of American Hiking Society (AHS) and the 63 million strong hiking community we write in support of the extension of the Great American Outdoors Act National Parks and Public Lands Legacy Restoration Fund (LRF) and the impact it has had in improving outdoor recreation and public lands access for hikers across the country.

The first half of 2025 has been one of the busiest—and challenging—years in recent memory for trails and public lands advocates. Here’s a comprehensive update on where things stand, what’s at risk, and how you can get involved.