Franconia Ridge is one of the most iconic hikes in the Northeast—and one of the most vulnerable. That’s why AMC’s professional trail crews are restoring it, one step at a time. Because the alpine ecosystem is fragile. And the foot traffic is relentless. 🎥 See what it takes to protect the ridge:

a wonderful little PBS documentary on dark skies in the @appmtnclub.bsky.social's 100-Mile Wilderness, featuring a couple of people I volunteer with at Dark Sky Maine www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ybl...

Advocacy is all about putting hope into action. From volunteering locally to making sustainable switches at home, there are so many ways we can create a healthier future for the outdoors we love. Together, we can protect the planet—today, tomorrow, and every day after. 🤝

AMC’s 2025 research priorities are guiding how we protect trails, forests, and waterways across the Northeast. 🌲📊 From mapping trail impact to modeling climate risk, our 2025 research priorities are all about protecting the outdoors—now and for future generations. 🎥 See the team in action ↓

Join us LIVE on Instagram tomorrow at 6PM EST with AMC’s Director of Federal Affairs, Amy Lindholm. 🌲 Learn what’s at stake 📣 Ask your questions 🔍 Understand the impact on the outdoors and recreation 🗓️ Set a reminder and meet us on the trail–virtually: www.instagram.com/appalachianm...

Conservation wins in tough times? We’ll take it. 🌎💪 AMC is keeping trails, forests, and waters protected—see how: www.outdoors.org/resources/am...

Conservation wins in tough times? We’ll take it. 🌎💪 AMC is keeping trails, waters, and wild places protected—see how: www.outdoors.org/resources/am...

It’s World Lake Day! Did you know? AMC helps lead the Dragonfly Mercury Project, using dragonfly larvae to track mercury pollution in 500+ lakes and streams nationwide. Over 6,000 community scientists—have joined in to protect water health and advance conservation. Check out the project storymap ⬇️

From solar huts to an all-electric boat, AMC is reimagining recreation for a changing climate. Goal: Net zero by 2050. Read how we’ll get there ➡️ www.outdoors.org/resources/am...

Five years ago, the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) received permanent funding through the Great American Outdoors Act. Now the Administration is trying to rollback this great conservation & recreation achievement. We must #SaveLWCF funding to protect our trails and public lands!

As trail stewards and outdoor advocates, we see firsthand how few trails are truly built for everyone. The #TrailsForAll Act (H.915/S.548) would fund inclusive trail design in MA—and set a model for others. 📣 Ask your rep to support it: p2a.co/cryo2vu

At this year’s Dandelion Dig Day at AMC’s Lakes of the Clouds, 24 volunteers removed 65 pounds of invasive dandelions from fragile alpine habitat! 🌼 Why it matters: dandelions outcompete rare native plants and disrupt alpine biodiversity—often spread by hikers’ boots.

What happens when you mix decades of air & water data, alpine plant plots, and thousands of community science sightings? You get real insight into how climate is changing the Northeast. Learn more:

How do #forests influence #snowpack dynamics in the northeastern US? Check out our new paper led by @lispastore.bsky.social and Dr. Nelson (@appmtnclub.bsky.social) published in @esajournals.bsky.social: esajournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/.... Hint: mixedwood forests = snow refugia.

From Capitol Hill to the trailhead—Mandy Warner is bringing bold leadership to AMC as the new Senior Director of Policy. In a recent Q&A, Mandy shares what makes AMC uniquely powerful in the fight for the future of the outdoors—and how you can be part of it: www.outdoors.org/resources/am...

Checking in from 5,000 feet! ⛰️ AMC’s Research Team just installed a new weather panel at Lakes of the Clouds Hut—gathering long-term data to support science-driven conservation. Explore how AMC’s long-term research is shaping the future of alpine conservation: www.outdoors.org/resources/am...

This isn’t just a budget cut, it’s a direct threat to the outdoors we love. We believe conservation is nonpartisan and public lands are not a line item to be negotiated. Let’s protect what we’ve built—together. 🤝 Learn what’s at stake and how we can fight back: www.outdoors.org/resources/am...

Smooth surfaces, inclusive wayfinding, and other features of accessible trails will create more opportunities for birders of all abilities to connect with nature. ‪@wgbh.org Ask your reps to support the #TrailsForAll Act (H.915/S.548) and help make that possible: p2a.co/cRYo2VU

Thank you @shaheen.senate.gov for your leadership in the Connecticut River Watershed Partnership Act! 👏

Thanks to your support, AMC has reconnected 146 miles of stream habitat in Maine, removing barriers and restoring vital waterways. This is conservation in action—powered by our community. 🤝 Learn how your involvement is making an impact: www.outdoors.org/resources/am...

Spring wildflowers may be small—but they tell a big story. AMC Postdoctoral Research Fellow Morgan Southgate is in the field, uncovering what these blooms reveal about forest health, pollinators, and shifting ecosystems. 📲🌸 Join our iNaturalist projects to support the science: bit.ly/4k96WYt

In a pre #EarthDay event I spoke in Norwell, MA about "Climate Change in New England" on Saturday, sponsored by @appmtnclub.bsky.social and representing @savethesound.bsky.social #climate #nature #climatechange #environment

85% of AmeriCorps’ federal staff have been placed on leave. In just the last 3 years, AmeriCorps members have maintained more than 220 miles of trails for better outdoor experiences. 𝐖𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐰. 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐮𝐬 𝐬𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐬 — 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲: p2a.co/8uK7SLm

Excited to speak at "Conservation Conversations: Earth Day Panel 2025" with Peter Scavongelli & Rae Ettenger at the Norwell Library sponsored by @appmtnclub.bsky.social. In person/virtual Sat 4/19 @ 2pm. norwellpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/ear... #earthday #climatechange #nature

🌿 Net Zero isn’t optional—it’s essential. AMC is paving the way for a cleaner, more sustainable future for outdoor recreation. Hear from Jen Natyzak, our Director of Sustainability, on how we’re turning ambition into action:

We sat down with @ayanaeliza.bsky.social, author of The New York Times bestseller 📚 What If We Get it Right?: Visions of Climate Futures, to talk about the power of personal action and why spending time in nature helps us stay determined. 🌲 Read the interview to find your path to action ⬇️

💲 Some members of Congress are proposing to sell off thousands of acres of public land to raise revenue in federal budget reconciliation. 📞 Call and write to your Senators now and ask them to oppose the sale of America’s public lands: p2a.co/i8q4s5r

Conservation in action! AMC volunteers took to New Jersey’s Paulins Kill—the longest Delaware River tributary—to survey for the rare and ecologically important pearly mussel. 🦪 Dive into this unique effort and why it matters 👇

Today ELM’s @davidmellyma.bsky.social led the FY26 #GreenBudget Coalition Legislative Briefing. ELM & key partners shared FY26 priorities, including funding increases for @massdcr.bsky.social, @masseea.bsky.social, @massdfg.bsky.social & @massdoer.bsky.social.

25 IN 2025 👏 Alongside the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable Association and partners nationwide, we’re launching a new campaign to help the 25th state create an office of outdoor recreation to propel its outdoor recreation economy forward. Learn more: recreationroundtable.org/priorities/2...

Last week, our AMC Trails team joined #CorpsCon25! We connected with leaders in conservation, workforce development, and public lands management to advocate for stronger investments in trails, climate resilience, and outdoor access for all! 👏

AMC stands up for science! 👏 @standupforscience.bsky.social

Last week, 5,700 public lands staff were let go—an unprecedented loss for our parks. Parks staff are essential to the protection of the outdoors. Share a comment how parks employees have helped you & contact your representatives to invest in public lands: p2a.co/e8ZyIz1

The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) is under attack. For 60+ years, LWCF has protected nature & expanded recreation for all—fueling a $1.2T outdoor economy & 5M jobs. Now, grant freezes threaten conservation & public lands. Take action! Call your legislators today: p2a.co/lewxilx

AMC’s Potomac Chapter teamed up with the National Park Service to highlight the history of Lewis Mountain, the designated area for people of color from 1932-1947 in Shenandoah National Park. Check out our latest blog post to learn more ⬇️🏞️

Snow is a blanket—quite literally. Snow keeps soil warm, protects overwintering plants and animals, and helps control flooding. Learn more about the science behind snow in our latest blog post, and how you can help make sure this blanket will stick around for future winters. ↓

New members of Congress have been sworn in—now's the time to stand up for the outdoors! 🌲 Let your elected officials know land protection & outdoor access matter to you. Send a letter today: www.outdoors.org/resources/am...

AMC's high mountain huts were featured in the @bostonglobe.com! Discover their incredible history, unique charm, and the challenges of staying relevant in the age of glamping and yurts. 👉 Read the full article here: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/01/13/m...

All Out, AMC’s action plan, outlines our vision of a landscape that is protected for and enjoyed by all. Staying steadfast and resolute is essential to our future as a conservation nonprofit. It's also essential to the future of the outdoors. Check it out: storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/aa74...

Are you ready to See the Dark in the new year? Our Skygazing Guide for 2025 is now live, so you can find the best this upcoming year has to offer – meteor showers, full moons, and even the aurora borealis! 🌌 www.outdoors.org/resources/am...

At AMC, we spent the year protecting land, securing funding for conservation, and of course, getting outside with our community. As 2024 winds down, we want to take a moment to celebrate our wins. www.outdoors.org/resources/am...

AMC’s Snow Report is here to help you plan your next snowy adventure! Whether you're tracking powder for skiing, scoping trails for snowshoeing, or just dreaming of a snowy escape, we’ve got you covered. Check back weekly for fresh updates: www.outdoors.org/resources/am...

AMC's Outdoor Journey Fund, supported by L.L. Bean, helps groups like Veteran's Adaptive Sports & Training connect to the outdoors. During a self-guided trip to Medawisla Lodge, they joined AMC's Maine Gravel Cycling Weekend and shared an inspiring presentation on adaptive bikes & e-assist trikes.

Can you spot the glowing eyes? 👀 This Canada lynx was captured on camera in the Maine Woods. Protected boreal forests are vital for lynx and their prey, snowshoe hares. Conservation efforts like AMC's Maine Woods Initiative help keep their habitats thriving: www.outdoors.org/conservation...

Experience the magic of AMC’s Maine lodges this January—ski or snowshoe from your cabin door, cozy up by a wood stove, and stargaze under some of New England’s darkest skies. ❄️ Use code MaineWinter25 by 12/20 to save 40% on your mid-week stay in January: www.outdoors.org/destinations...

A year-end gift to the Appalachian Mountain Club builds resilient trails, protects critical landscapes, and connects more people to the outdoors. Give today and be a champion for the outdoors you love! Let’s continue this important work together: bit.ly/41DRoWs

AMC’s Dr. Sarah Nelson and Braedon Lineman joined 35,000+ attendees at the 2024 American Geophysical Union conference, the largest gathering of Earth and space scientists. AMC is proud to be a part of the scientific community and present our research on snow science and changing winters!

Don’t miss this Thursday’s webinar: Women in Science in the Merrimack, co-hosted by the Appalachian Mountain Club and Lowell Parks & Conservation Trust! Dive into stories of impactful work shaping our environment. 🌿 Register here: lowelllandtrust.org/women-in-sci...

The next few weeks will be critical for advancing key AMC priorities that will make outdoor recreation more equitable, like the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences Act. We need your help to ensure the #EXPLOREAct makes it across the finish line: p2a.co/hngilzv

This #GivingTuesday, let’s celebrate what the outdoors brings to our lives—joy, adventure, peace, and connection. Your donation supports AMC’s efforts to maintain trails, protect our mountains and waters, and connect people of all ages to the outdoors: bit.ly/GIVEAMC 🌲⛰️🌊