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20 Volunteers United in Care for the Adirondacks

In the heart of the Adirondack Park, one of the nation’s first Forever Wild Forest Preserves, 20 volunteers from across the country came together to support Champlain Area Trails by clearing brush, removing fallen logs, cutting trails into hillsides, and installing bridges and boardwalks to make the trails safer and more accessible.

Strong Women, Strong Trails at Hungry Mother State Park

At Virginia’s beloved Hungry Mother State Park, an all women+ volunteer group came together for a weekend of purpose and connection.

Dedication in the Desert

Surrounded by Moab’s towering red sandstone walls, an American Hiking Society crew came together to care for one of the Southwest’s most iconic desert landscapes.

Restoring Access to Nature, Just Miles from the City

Just beyond the city lights of Boston, a crew of American Hiking Society volunteers found themselves surrounded by quiet wetlands, lush forests, and the songs of migratory birds.

Blazing the Boundaries of the Appalachian Trail

In the rolling hills of western Massachusetts, a team of American Hiking Society volunteers truly went off the beaten path to help protect one of the nation’s most treasured trails.…

Preserving the Depths of Mammoth Cave National Park

American Hiking Society volunteers joined National Park Service staff at Mammoth Cave National Park to restore trails, protect fragile cave systems, and clean up the Green River. Through hands-on conservation and exploration, they helped preserve the world’s longest cave system and its surrounding landscapes for future generations.