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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

Gregory Supports American Hiking Society –Brand Signs on as a Sponsor of National Trails Day ®

May 8, 2013

  SILVER SPRING, MD– May 8, 2013 – American Hiking Society is proud to announce a new partnership with Gregory,…

Press Release: Congressman Petri Receives Special Recognition Award

April 15, 2013

For immediate release March 01, 2012 Contact: Sheila Franklin sfranklin@AmericanHiking.org (301) 565-6704 Silver Spring, MD–The American Hiking Society (AHS) presented…

Press Release: Congressman Michaud Receives Special Recognition Award

April 15, 2013

For immediate release March 01, 2012 Contact: Sheila Franklin sfranklin@AmericanHiking.org (301) 565-6704 Congressman Michaud Receives Special Recognition Award American Hiking…

Press Release: Congressman Blumenauer Recipient of Inaugural Congressional Trailblazer Award

April 15, 2013

For immediate release March 09, 2012 Contact: Sheila Franklin sfranklin@AmericanHiking.org (301) 565-6704 Congressman Blumenauer Recipient of Inaugural Congressional Trailblazer Award…

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