We recently caught up with Kuumba Edwards, a member of the 2023 Conservation Corps’ Taconic Trail Crew, who fully embraced the Corps experience. Kuumba lived at the Welch Trail Education Center in Harriman…

As we approach New York Invasive Species Awareness Week (June 3rd-9th), what better time to highlight some wonderful native plant species for your landscaping and gardens? Want to learn more about NYISAW…

Shaun’s journey of recovery and self-discovery has been closely tied to the trails he’s hiked. Struggling with addiction and depression, Shaun’s life felt like an endless winter — “an ongoing darkness where every task…

The Trail Conference is excited to announce that it has been awarded a Smart Growth grant from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation!  The Trail Conference will receive…

Spring hiking can present challenges that require special preparation in both gear and mindset. It seems like the only thing that is constant is change, and that’s especially true of…

Upon hearing the term “invasive species,” you may immediately think of spotted lanternfly – or maybe even giant hogweed (bonus points for the latter)! Invasive species are non-native species that have…

Tell Governor Murphy to Protect Funding for Open Space New Jersey stands to lose 48 million dollars over 10 years to preserve and protect open spaces, farmland, and historic sites…

The Nominating Committee of the Trail Conference presents the following candidates for the Board of Directors for three-year terms and At-Large Voting Members for one-year terms. These nominations will be voted on…

We are deeply grateful to the wonderful Trail Conference community for their energetic, friendly presence and amazing generosity at this year’s Annual Gala. Nearly 175 individuals came together in celebration…

The Catskills Lark in the Park is an annual celebration of the Catskill Park and the Catskill Mountains Region. The 2023 Catskills Lark in the Park will be held Saturday, September 30 through…

Due to major storm damage on July 9, 2023, areas of Bear Mountain State Park and Harriman State Park remain closed. Please refer to the map below, our Trail Alerts page, and the NYS Parks website for the latest details…

The Trail Conference has some exciting news to share! As you flip through the pages of the Fall 2023 issue of Trail Walker, you’ll likely notice it has a fresh new look.  The decision…

Anne Todd Osborn and Fred Osborn III serendipitously met in 1969, and after 52 years of marriage, three children, and 10 grandchildren, their story is still being told. Conservation, advocacy,…