Trails Community Letter on FY21 Appropriations to Conference Committee
Trails Community FY21 funding recommendations for conference committee.
Read MoreHikers Make their Voice Heard with #VotePublicLands
The 44 million strong hiking community joined the 161 million Americans in making history by breaking the record for most voters in a presidential election! Find out what the election means for the hiking community and the top advocacy issues ahead!
Read MoreClimate Impact on Hikers
Access to the places we love to hike, both close to home and farther away, are impacted by climate change with wildfires, drought, increased temperatures, and other factors limiting the hiking experience and the stewardship of trails.
Read MoreCultural Appropriation of White Sage in the Outdoors
On August 22, we shared a video that included burning sage as an insect deterrent when spending time outdoors. We were alerted by Monserrat Matehuala and Bam Mendiola about our…
Read MorePrevious AHS Mission, Vision, and Value Statements
Mission Statement American Hiking Society champions conservation issues, builds public and private partnerships, supports volunteer stewardship, and provides critical resources to help plan, fund, and develop trails. We also provide…
Read MorePrevious AHS Diversity Statements
Adopted April 13, 2019 American Hiking Society (AHS) affirms the value of a diverse hiking community. By enhancing diversity—philosophically and operationally—AHS maximizes the benefit to its individual members and to…
Read MoreWhat the Great American Outdoors Act Means for the Hiking Community
The Great American Outdoors Act, one of the most impactful pieces of conservation and outdoor recreation legislation in decades has become law. Find out what it means for hikers.
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