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 Oct 2019

Ramble On: A History of Hiking

by Jim Schmid

An American Trails book review by Jim Schmid.


posted Jun 4, 2019

New York's Breakneck Ridge: A Challenge for Hikers Becomes a Challenge to Sustain

by Chris Morris with New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation, Hank Osborn with New York - New Jersey Trail Conference, Sara Hart with New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation

This presentation will showcase elements of a comprehensive planning effort underway, and will focus on specific management actions including data collection, trail stewardship, maintenance, and a Leave No Trace hot spot event.


published Nov 2005

Studying impacts of visitor use on the Appalachian Trail

Visitor use impacts associated with the Appalachian Trail include use of the footpath itself, overnight use areas (both designated and bootleg), and human waste management.


published Mar 2015

FAQ: When and where to use blazes or markers

by American Trails Staff

Best practices for blaze marking along trails



published Jul 2018

FAQ: What are the BEST hiking trails?

by American Trails Staff

Top 10 hiking 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.


published Jun 2010

Triad Partnership Protects and Manages the Ice Age Trail in Wisconsin

by Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

The Ice Age Trail Triad shows that the federal government, a state agency, and a nonprofit can all work together to accomplish a lot more than they could if they worked on their own.


published Jun 2010

Partnership works to improve Appalachian Trail in Bear Mountain State Park

Partners work to develop volunteers skills to improve heavily-used sections of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail.


Results from the Business Directory


HikingGuy

HikingGuy offers online step-by-step hiking guides, custom guided hikes, and in-depth outdoors gear reviews.


Online
[email protected]
https://hikingguy.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/

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/

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