You may have enjoyed a scenic hike up one of the 46 Adirondack High Peaks, but did you know trail stewardship and maintenance are not only important for outdoor recreation but the environment too? Learn about modern tactics to build, maintain, and repair hiking trails from members of the Adirondack Mountain Club. These techniques help ensure trails remain safe and sustainable for locals, visitors, and wildlife alike.
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A Guide to Hiking Trail Stewardship and Maintenance | Mountain Lake Journal
Grades 6-12
Follow along as we join members of the Adirondack Mountain Club as they work on maintaining hiking trails in the Adirondacks. Learn about the importance of trail maintenance, stewardship, and etiquette. Supplementary content encourages students to take action and apply their knowledge of trail stewardship and maintenance by hiking and practicing trail etiquette, promoting a sense of responsibility, environmental consciousness, and an understanding of the importance of trail stewardship and maintenance.
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