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January 2023
2023 Southern Trails Chapter of the Oregon California Trails Association Trail Gathering in Tombstone, AZ
We care about the original trails that connected the United States at a time when communication and distance travel were not so easy. Learn about the early inhabitants of the area, and how those trails turned into wagon roads, before railroads came through and before highways and Interstates. With speakers, books, maps and adventures, you’ll want to be a part of this educational experience! We invite the general public to join us as we bring together the experts and the novice…
Find out more »March 2023
28th Annual Quiet Adventures Symposium
Each year, outdoor enthusiasts converge in East Lansing to attend the country’s longest running, indoor expo, dedicated to promoting non-motorized outdoor recreation and conservation. March 4, 2023 is the date and the MSU Pavilion is the place. It is here that outdoor enthusiasts can learn and share about paddling, hiking, backpacking, biking, canoeing, and water safety with some of the best adventure experts out there! Boat building, paddleboarding, fly fishing are just some of the demonstrations that may be there.…
Find out more »Journey West from St. Joseph Symposium
The Oregon-California Trails Assocation and our Gateway Chapter are very excited to present the Journey West from St. Joseph Symposium from Thursday, March 30 to Sunday, April 2. The Symposium will focus on the historic trails of St. Joseph, Missouri and Northeast Kansas. The symposium will include looks at local tribal nations, the Oregon, California, and Mormon Pioneers migrations, the Pony Express, the Mormon Battalion, Mormon sites in the region, women, slavery, and the military's presence. Register now! All details, including hotel…
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August 2023
Appalachian Trail Vista 2023
DATE August 4, 2023 - August 7, 2023 LOCATION Johnson City, TN WEBSITE https://www.atvista2023.org/ This four-day event aims to include up to 40 guided hikes, 20 educational workshops, and ten excursions throughout the Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee. The Vista will offer hiking, educational, cultural, and historical learning programs, working with Trail Maintaining Clubs, local communities, and nearby partner organizations. Early bird registration begins in January, as vendor and sponsorship opportunities are also available. Visit atvista2023.org to volunteer and for additional information.
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