Resource Library:

Hiking



published Nov 2019

“Walk Easy; Hike Strong”: A Veteran’s Journey of Discovery on the Arizona Trail

by Mike Buckley

Warrior Expeditions is a nonprofit group that helps veterans by giving them the opportunity to participate in outdoor expeditions with the intent of improving the transition back into civilian life.


published Mar 2007

Anchorage Trails System Adds to Quality of Life

The Anchorage Trail System includes paved and non-paved multi-use trails such as cross country ski trails, dog mushing trails, hiking trails and skijoring trails .


published Nov 2003

Caring for Cairns at Acadia National Park

by National Park Service

Cairns need care. For the trail user, the message is clear: "Preserve the mountain landscape. Please do not add to or build cairns or other rock objects. Leave the mountain and the rocks as you find them."


posted Feb 19, 2018

Developing Hiking Trails within Economic Recession

How to develop trails during an economic crisis.



published Jul 2018

FAQ: What are the BEST hiking trails?

by American Trails Staff

Top 10 hiking trails


published Mar 2015

FAQ: When and where to use blazes or markers

by American Trails Staff

Best practices for blaze marking along trails


published Jun 2018

Hiking is for all Abilities

The beauty of hiking is that it is for all abilities. Opportunities for accessible trails as well as more challenging routes can be found in every corner of America.


posted Feb 19, 2018

Hiking the Abraham Path

A case study for examining the challenges and potential of long-distance hiking trails in a region affected by political instability.


posted Mar 27, 2018

King Range Crest National Recreation Trail, California

Spectacular mountain trails with wide ocean views in northern California's Mendocino County


Results from the Business Directory


Spectrum LLC

Indianapolis, Indiana

Spectrum LLC specializes in the design and construction of purpose built mountain bike and hiking trails. We have expertise with wooden bridges, natural stonework and utilizing local volunteer labor.


7493 Edgewater Drive, Indianapolis, Indiana 46240
(317) 413-8343 • [email protected]
https://www.spectrumtraildesign.com/

Nature’s Mountain Playground

Marlinton, West Virginia

Welcome to Nature's Mountain Playground - Pocahontas County, West Virginia! Whether you're searching for epic outdoor adventure, family fun, inspiring views and sunsets or mountain music and unique festivals, we've got t...


301 8th Street, Marlinton, West Virginia 24954
(800) 336-7009 • [email protected]
https://pocahontascountywv.com/

Maine Appalachian Trail Club

Augusta, Maine

Welcome to the Maine Appalachian Trail Club! Where volunteers and trail enthusiasts maintain and manage 267 miles of the Appalachian Trail in Maine. A mission we’ve been carrying out since 1935.


PO Box 283, Augusta, Maine 04332-0283
[email protected]
https://www.matc.org/

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