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2025 NextGen Trail Leaders Celebrate National Trails Day
American Hiking Society’s NextGen Trail Leaders had an incredible, positive impact on the trails and the outdoor community in honor of our 33rd National Trails Day® on Saturday, June 7, 2025!
Read MoreAmerican Hiking Society Staff Celebrate National Trails Day®
With smiles and stewardship projects, the AHS Staff gave back to the places we all love and left the trails and the outdoor community better than they found them.
Read More2025 Micro-Grant Recipients Celebrate the 33rd Annual National Trails Day®
American Hiking Society’s 2025 micro-grant recipients organized meaningful events for underrepresented communities to celebrate the 33rd annual National Trails Day®.
Read MoreOn-The-Go Gear Repair
We’ve compiled a list of common “on the trail” gear emergencies and how you can fix them with a few tools and a little prep.
Read MoreAmerican Hiking Joins 113 Organizations in Opposition to Public Lands Sell Off in Senate Reconciliation Bill
On behalf of our members, we, the 113 undersigned organizations, ask you to prevent the sell off of federal public lands in the budget reconciliation bill.
Read MoreHow Time in Nature Boosts Our Mental Health
In a world where we are becoming increasingly screen-based and spend much of our lives inside, many people have drifted away from their connection to the natural world. Taking intentional actions to reconnect to the natural world can significantly improve our mental health.
Read MorePeace After Loss — Heather’s Tale from the Trail
Grief is a deeply personal journey, but for many nature offers a place of solace and healing. Heather shares how time on the trails has helped her find peace after an immeasurable loss.
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