GMC Manchester Section

VTDigger: “Repeat flooding compounds need for repairs to Vermont’s popular trail networks” GMC’s Director of Field Programs spoke with VTDigger ‘s Shaun Robinson about the damage and recovery process facing Vermont’s recreational resources after this summer’s storms. asd https://vtdigger.org/2024/07/17/repeat-flooding-compounds-need-for-repairs-to-vermonts-popular-trail-networks/ Long… Continue Reading →

Wilderness First Aid on 8/10 Registration is still open for the summer Wilderness First Aid course! Add to your backcountrysafety skills and emergency preparedness with this 16-hour course at GMC headquarters inWaterbury Center on Saturday, August 10 and Sunday, August… Continue Reading →

Once again, hikers can climb an observation tower on the summit of Bromley Mountain in Peru,VT. This 40-foot-tall steel observation tower stands on Bromley’s summit (3,260 Q.), offeringsweeping views of Killington, Okemo, Stratton, and Glastenbury mountains, and the surroundingareas. It… Continue Reading →

Testimonial #1There are many ways to be a part of Long Trail Day 2024. We encourage you to raise $272, or $1 for every mile of the trail, but the rest is up to you. Hiker Jill Gagne explains “I… Continue Reading →

Submit your best hiking photos to this year’s Photo Contest! The contest is open now through Sunday, September 1. Share your hiker experience and how the trail inspires you by entering your favorite photos from hiking in Vermont and on… Continue Reading →

Checking for Ticks Reminder: diligently check for ticks after hiking and other outdoor activities! And if venturing outdoors with a four-legged friend, perform a thorough tick check on them too. With milder winters, tick populations and their range in the… Continue Reading →

GMC’s Director of Field Programs, Keegan Tierney, discussed the start of hiking season with WCAX reporter Ike Bendavid: https://www.wcax.com/2024/05/27/people-hit-trails-start-vermont-hiking-season

Trail Crews in the Field Field season has officially begun now that GMC trail crews are in the field. Our two crews have settled into their work sites and are getting started on this season’s projects, working hard to improve… Continue Reading →

One of the most frequent hiker questions during any season is asking for hikerecommendations. GMC staff have published various lists of hikes for every season on thewebsite’s Hiking Recommendations page. Share these lists and recommendations, or curateyour own with hikes… Continue Reading →