Press Release
Wild East Action Fund Grants Available for Appalachian Trail Landscape Conservation Projects
May 28, 2025
Applications are being accepted June 11 – July 18 for grants that provide support to organizations and collaborative projects that are advancing the protection and conservation of natural, cultural, historic, scenic, recreational, agricultural, and community assets found within the A.T. landscape.
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Press Release
Appalachian Trail Conservancy Partners with Case® Knives on Commemorative 100th Anniversary Knife
May 20, 2025
In honor of the ATC’s Centennial, W.R. Case and Sons Cutlery Company released a celebratory limited-edition knife and gift tin set now available for purchase at the ATC Trail Store and visitor centers.
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Press Release
Drastic Agency Restructuring in Proposed 2026 Federal Budget May Compromise the Appalachian Trail
May 6, 2025
The White House’s proposed Fiscal Year 2026 “skinny” budget would slash funding and fundamentally alter the structure and functions of key A.T. federal agency partners.
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PRESS RELEASE
HMBLE HSTLE x ATC Launch “Beyond Us” Collection to Celebrate 100 Years of the Appalachian Trail
May 2, 2025
The collaborative collection honors 100 years of the Appalachian Trail’s legacy by emphasizing the importance of nature, community, and east coast pride in the Trail. Select pieces will be on sale starting May 9.
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ATC News
Appalachian Trail Conservancy President and CEO Sandra Marra Announces Retirement
April 9, 2025
Appalachian Trail Conservancy President and CEO Sandra Marra announced that she will conclude her service as the nonprofit’s leader in January 2026.
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Press Release
McAfee Knob Trailhead Pedestrian Bridge Now Open
March 27, 2025
The new pedestrian bridge at the McAfee Knob trailhead provides a safe crossing over Route 311 for hikers accessing the Appalachian Trail.
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Free Appalachian Trail Hiker Ferry Launches in Unicoi County
March 17, 2025
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy is providing a free daily ferry service to transport A.T. hikers across the Nolichucky River near the former site of the Chestoa Pike Bridge, which was destroyed during Hurricane Helene in September 2024.
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Press Release
Appalachian Trail Conservancy Celebrates 100 Years
March 3, 2025
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy celebrates its centennial and shares rallying call to protect the last remaining fully connected wilderness corridor in the eastern United States.
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Press Release
New Forever Stamps Capture the Beauty of the Appalachian Trail
February 28, 2025
Appalachian Trail Forever stamps dedication ceremony celebrates iconic national treasure during the ATC’s 100th anniversary year.
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ATC News
ATC Unveils New Vision and Brand at Start of Centennial Celebration
February 13, 2025
100-year-old nonprofit’s call to “Keep the Trail Alive” represents its steadfast commitment to protecting the wild, transformative nature of the Appalachian Trail and its landscape for all.
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