Save the Date

November 16-19, 2026

The Appalachian Trail Landscape Partnership (ATLP) will be holding its 2026 Partnership Meeting from November 16-19 at The Crowne Plaza in Harrisburg, PA.

The 2026 Partnership Meeting will be a curated experience of inspiring keynote speakers, partner presentations highlighting replicable success stories and conservation outcomes, insightful panel discussions, networking opportunities, and breakout conservations about our shared opportunities and conservation action.

Two people walk across the McAfee Knob Trailhead Bridge past an Appalachian Trail sign.

2026 Dates

  • November 16th: Welcome Reception Networking Event (5-7pm)
  • November 17 – 18th: Partnership Meeting Keynotes, Partner Sessions, Share Fair
  • November 19th: Appalachian Trail Work Day & Field Trip (9am – 2pm, optional but highly recommended)

Agenda and speaker information coming soon.

Group of 20 ATLP meeting attendees poses for a photo along the Appalachain Trail.

Meeting Themes

  • Tools, resources, and services of the ATLP
  • Trends in large landscape conservation
  • Planning for community & conservation resiliency
  • Recreation access & community benefits
  • New science & data on connectivity & biodiversity
  • Intersections with economic development & rural prosperity
  • …and much more!

Registration and Share Fair Opportunities

Coming soon!

Mission, Vision & Strategic Plan

“A realm and not merely a trail marks the full aim of our efforts.”

-Benton MacKaye, the Appalachian Trail’s visionary

Sponsorship Opportunities

The ATLP Annual Partnership Meeting attracts conservation leaders and practitioners from all sectors that are committed to a collective mission of connecting the wild, scenic, and cultural wonders of the Appalachian Trail and its surrounding landscape. We aspire to bring compelling dialog, immersive field trip experiences, networking events, and offset the cost of travel for attendees for which we are seeking support.

Supporting the ATLP’s 2026 Annual Partnership Meeting through one of the Sponsorship Tiers will broadcast your organization, agency, or business’s commitment and investment in the cherished Appalachian Trail, its landscape, and the largest conservation partnership in the Eastern United States. By sponsoring, your brand will be shared with hundreds of partners that align with your values and are eager to engage in collaborative, multifaceted conservation work!

Sponsorship Interest Form Learn More

Sponsorship Tiers

Change Maker

$10,000+

Leader

$5,000

Supporter

$2,500

Ally

≤$1,000

Exclusive Sponsorship Opportunities

In addition to sponsorship levels, organizations may sponsor specific experiences.

Keynote Presentation Sponsor$6,0002 available
Inclusion Sponsor$5,5001 available
Reception & Share Fair Sponsor$2,5002 available
Appalachian Trail Work Day & Field Trip Sponsor$2,5002 available

Sponsors

The organizers express their deep appreciation to the following for their generous support of the Appalachian Trail Landscape Partnership Annual Partner Meeting! 

 

Hosting Partners

ATLP Allies