Tags: Massachusetts

Fire Watch on the Appalachian National Scenic Trail

Two brush fires on the AT within two weeks have officials and land managers on alert. On April 30, 2021, the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) announced a 7.4 mile trail closure in Virginia near the popular hiking destinations of Dragon’s Tooth and McAfee Knob as a…

New England National Scenic Trail

  Established: March 30, 2009 Managing Nonprofits: Appalachian Mountain Club, Connecticut Forest and Park Association Managing Agency: National Park Service   The New England National Scenic Trail (NENST) is 215 miles of the full New England experience, traversing agricultural lands, urban areas, historic village centers,…

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

  Established: October 2, 1968 Managing Nonprofit: Appalachian Trail Conservancy, Appalachian Mountain Club Managing Agency: National Park Service   The Appalachian National Scenic Trail (ANST), along with the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail, was of two original National Trail designated by Congress with the passage…

Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail

  Established: March 30, 2009 Managing Nonprofit: Washington Rochambeau Revolutionary Route Inc. Managing Agency: National Park Service   The Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail is marks the routes taken by American and French troops from 1780-1783 and commemorates the role of the critical French-American…

A breath of fresh air – the National Trails System

Now more than ever we need our trails, natural areas and public outdoor spaces. Together we can build and improve accessibility and put the national scenic and historic trails on the map and into your home! During stressful times, it is well known that a…

Mark Mandeville and Raianne Richards

Folk musicians Mark Mandeville and Raianne Richards founded the Massachusetts Walking Tour, a nonprofit organization supporting arts and culture in the small towns of their home state of Massachusetts.

Appalachian Mountain Club

The Appalachian Mountain Club promotes the protection, enjoyment, and understanding of the mountains, forests, waters, and trails of the Appalachian region. We believe these resources have intrinsic worth and also provide recreational opportunities, spiritual renewal, and ecological and economic health for the region.