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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

American Hiking Society Announces its 22nd Annual National Trails Day

May 21, 2014

Silver Spring, MD – Across America, people of all ages are getting ready to celebrate the great outdoors at this…

National Trails Fund benefits Alliance of Hiking Organizations with Trail Grants

September 17, 2013

October 2013 – Fifteen years ago, American Hiking Society launched a grant program called the National Trails Fund to address…

At Risk in the Forest: US GAO Report Identifies Maintenance Gaps on Trails

July 12, 2013

SILVER SPRING, MD– July 12, 2013 – The United States Forest Service (USFS) manages an incredible 158,000 miles of trails…

ParksByNature Network and American Hiking Society Join Forces to Enhance the Hiking Experience

May 30, 2013

  SILVER SPRING, MD– May 30, 2013 – American Hiking Society (AHS) is proud to announce a new partnership with…

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