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American Hiking Society is the national voice of hikers. As hiking experts, American Hiking Society can provide insightful information and resources on all things hiking.

American Hiking Society champions conservation issues, supports volunteer stewardship, and provides critical resources to help plan, fund, and develop trails. We also provide resources to the public about how and where to hike and are committed to increasing the participation and enjoyment of hiking by everyone.

Press & Media Inquiries

Please send general inquiries to Maggie Peikon, Manager of Communications, at MPeikon@americanhiking.org  or call 301.565.6704x703.

 

For inquiries regarding Volunteer Vacations, please email Ellie Place, Program Manager at eplace@AmericanHiking.org or call 301.565.6704x704. 

Recent Press Releases

Major Victory for Conservation of America’s Great Outdoors

April 20, 2016

Silver Spring, MD—As America prepares to celebrate Earth Day, the U.S. Senate passed legislation that would permanently reauthorize the Land…

Find Your Adventure at the Nation’s Largest Trails Celebration

March 16, 2016

Golden, Colorado – Across the country, individuals eagerly await fun summer adventures, and American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day® will…

Celebrate 40 Years of Trail Stewardship on an Outdoor Service Vacation

February 18, 2016

SILVER SPRING, MD– All across America, the American Hiking Society is celebrating 40 years of trail stewardship through its Volunteer…

Americans Resolve to Hike 40 in 2016

December 29, 2015

Silver Spring, MD—American Hiking Society challenges every American to make 2016 the year you spend more time getting active in…

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Hiking Trails In America Reports

Health Benefits of Hiking

Economic Benefits of Trails