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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. 

In The News

Recover Brands – Be the Impact Podcast

June 30, 2025

In this episode, we are joined by Heather Klein Olson, the Executive Director of American Hiking Society (AHS), who has shared those…

For a Better Workout, Walk With Hiking Poles

June 7, 2025

Put simply, poles can help you walk easier, faster and farther. 

Getting Out for National Trails Day® 2025

June 6, 2025

Maggie Peikon of the American Hiking Society joins the Accuweather Network to explain how National Trails Day® got started as an…

To mark National Trails Day, you can try out a Hypershell X – the outdoor exoskeleton for everyone

June 5, 2025

Do more in the outdoors and celebrate the US trails network.

Recent Press Releases

Administration’s Budget Catastrophic for Trails & Recreation

June 8, 2017

SILVER SPRING, MD – June 8, 2017 – The Administration recently released its budget for fiscal year 2018 revealing what…

#FindYourTrail Celebrates America’s National Trails System

June 1, 2017

SILVER SPRING, MD – Today, several federal agencies and nonprofit organizations announced the launch of #FindYourTrail to celebrate the upcoming…

Four Ways to Enjoy the Great Outdoors on National Trails Day®

May 31, 2017

On Saturday, June 3rd, people across America are invited outside for a fun trail experience during American Hiking Society’s National…

American Hiking Society Announces Kathryn Van Waes as New Executive Director

May 17, 2017

American Hiking Society (AHS) is pleased to announce Kathryn Van Waes, Ph.D. as its new Executive Director. Van Waes will…

AHS in the News

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Hiking Trails In America Reports

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