Colors of Bear Mountain. Photo by Ed O'Hara.

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Support the trails you love

Your Trail Conference membership helps build, maintain, and protect over 2,100 miles of trails. Join a passionate community dedicated to preserving our cherished wild spaces!

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Why Become a Member?

For over a century, the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference has led the way in trail stewardship, ensuring future generations can enjoy and explore the outdoors. Your membership provides crucial funding for our mission that directly supports:

Disaster recovery and trail restoration – Responding swiftly to trail damage from hurricanes and severe weather events.
Maintaining over 2,100 miles of trails – Keeping trails safe, accessible, and well-marked for everyone to enjoy.
Groundbreaking conservation initiatives – Leading innovative efforts like the Conservation Dogs Program, which helped reduce invasive Scotch broom plants in Harriman State Park by nearly 60%!

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Membership Levels & Benefits

Choose the level that’s right for you and enjoy exclusive perks and benefits:

Membership Level	Benefits
Supporter ($50/yr or $4.17/mo)	25% discount on books and maps; 10% off Trail Conference merchandise; discounts at our partner retailers; a complimentary subscription to Trail Walker magazine; priority access to webinars; a special Trail Conference sticker.
Sponsor ($95/yr or $7.92/mo)	All Supporter benefits + your choice of a Trail Conference map set.
Benefactor ($200/yr or $16.67/mo)	All Supporter benefits + priority access to hikes with the Executive Director and an official Trail Conference mug.
Trail Leader ($350/yr or $29.17/mo)	All Benefactor benefits + a premium Trail Conference gift + invitations to exclusive appreciation events + name recognition in Trail Walker magazine.

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Exclusive Member Discounts

As a member, you’ll enjoy savings at outdoor retailers, gear shops, and adventure organizations throughout New York and New Jersey. Explore businesses that offer exclusive discounts to our members and actively support the Trail Conference mission. Click on the logos below to discover their special offers—and remember, by supporting them, you’re also supporting us!

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Interested in being a retail partner? Contact us and find out more! – [email protected]

Hoeferlin Library

A Members-Only Benefit

– A Member Benefit

The Trail Conference’s Hoeferlin Memorial Library houses an extensive collection of maps, guidebooks, and historical records that support our mission. Members enjoy exclusive access to this invaluable resource to deepen their trail knowledge and connection to the outdoors.

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Membership FAQs

How do memberships help the NY-NJ Trail Conference

Membership dues provide essential funding for trail maintenance, conservation initiatives, and community engagement programs.

What benefits do members receive?

Members enjoy exclusive discounts, access to special events, and recognition for their support. See the benefits chart above for details.

How do I upgrade my membership?

You can upgrade your membership level at any time by contacting our membership team or logging into your account.

I already donate to the Trail Conference. Why should I become a member?

While donations are crucial, membership provides a steady source of funding that allows us to plan long-term projects and respond to trail needs efficiently.

How can I ask additional questions or provide feedback?

While donations are crucial, membership provides a steady source of funding that allows us to plan long-term projects and respond to trail needs efficiently.

We value your input! Contact us at [email protected].

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