Author: Nastassja Chan

AMC Outdoors inspires people to engage in outdoor conservation and recreation through meaningful stories.
These Brands Are Responsible for Most of the World’s Plastic Pollution

/ 3 minute read Whether it’s a bag stuck in a tree or a bottle floating in a pond or stream, litter of single-use plastics is not only an eyesore; it is damaging to the natural environment, endangering our trails and waterways. Each year, the nonprofit Break Free from Plastic—a “global movement working to stop plastic pollution for good”—sets […]

Hike This, Not That: 8 Less Crowded Northeast Hiking Trails

/ 4 minute read When researching new trails, you often find results for hikes that, while beautiful, are sure to draw a crowd. You may find yourself sharing trails with too many hikers or fighting for parking spaces at trailheads—annoyances in the best of times, let alone an era of physical distancing. Thankfully, alternatives to these popular trails exist […]

Lion Head Trail and Caps Ridge Trail, Gateways to the Presidential Range, Turn 100

/ < 1 minute read The lure of the Presidential Range caused many trail builders to look for new ways to access peaks, and 2020 marks the 100th year of two of these routes. The first, Lion Head Trail, was cut following the U.S. Forest Service’s acquisition of the land in early 1920. The trail begins and ends on the […]

7 Easy Snowshoe Trails to Try This Winter

/ 5 minute read Snowshoeing has evolved from a mode for winter travel 6,000 years ago to a recreational sport with more than 4 million American participants. Whether you’re a newbie or an experienced snowshoer looking to break in a new pair, it’s easy to take advantage of this workout and enjoy the crisp midwinter beauty on one of […]