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Trail Detour: Bear Mountain State Park
Read more: Trail Detour: Bear Mountain State ParkThe Appalachian Trail (A.T.), Suffern-Bear Mountain Trail (S-BM), and Major Welch Trail in Bear Mountain State Park have been temporarily rerouted due to construction projects between the parking area near…
AWOOOO: Watch Our New Volunteer Dog Surveyor Program Video!
Read more: AWOOOO: Watch Our New Volunteer Dog Surveyor Program Video!We’re paws-itively delighted to share our new video for the Volunteer Dog Surveyor Program, introducing you to the people and pups who help protect our public trails.
Highlands Trail Section Closed: Rt 605 – Lackawanna Drive
Read more: Highlands Trail Section Closed: Rt 605 – Lackawanna DriveBeginning in July 2026, part of the Highlands Trail Section #5 in Byram, New Jersey will be closed to the public while EPA addresses contamination in and around the Mansfield…
Trail Conference Awarded Generous Grant to Combat Invasive Species in the Hudson Valley
Read more: Trail Conference Awarded Generous Grant to Combat Invasive Species in the Hudson ValleyExciting news! Thanks to a generous NYS DEC grant, the Trail Conference is strengthening our Conservation Dogs Program to fight invasive species throughout the Hudson Valley.
Reminder: Breakneck Ridge and Wilkinson Memorial Trailhead Closure Remains in Effect
Read more: Reminder: Breakneck Ridge and Wilkinson Memorial Trailhead Closure Remains in EffectReminder, hikers! The Breakneck and Wilkinson Memorial Trailheads and Breakneck Ridge Metro‑North station will remain closed until mid‑2027.
Restoring the Living Landscape Together: Highlights from a Landmark Gathering in the Hudson Valley
Read more: Restoring the Living Landscape Together: Highlights from a Landmark Gathering in the Hudson ValleyRecently, our Stewardship team joined conservation partners across the region to co-organize a transformative event—Restoring the Living Landscape Together!
NY Bear Mountain Bridge Project
Read more: NY Bear Mountain Bridge ProjectThe New York Bridge Authority announced that construction will begin this year to replace the decking on the Bear Mountain Bridge and enhance safety and accessibility on the bridge (Mile…
Now Accepting Applications for the 2026 Conservation Corps Season
Read more: Now Accepting Applications for the 2026 Conservation Corps SeasonWant your summer to rock? Join the Trail Conference Conservation Corps and gain hands-on experience in trail construction and outdoor leadership.
NYSDEC Seeks the Public’s Input on New Outdoor Accessibility Draft Policy
Read more: NYSDEC Seeks the Public’s Input on New Outdoor Accessibility Draft PolicyDEC has released its draft policy to improve access to the outdoors for people with mobility issues—and the public is invited to share their feedback.
Giant Stairs Section in Palisades Interstate Park Closed Due to Major Rockfall
Read more: Giant Stairs Section in Palisades Interstate Park Closed Due to Major RockfallThe Giant Stairs section in Palisades Interstate Park is closed due to a major rockfall and slide, which occurred on the morning of 1/9/26.
Your Voice Matters: Take Our Depew Park and Blue Mountain Reservation Trail Survey
Read more: Your Voice Matters: Take Our Depew Park and Blue Mountain Reservation Trail SurveyLove exploring Depew Park and Blue Mountain Reservation in Peekskill, New York? We want your input — take our trail survey today!
Delaware Water Gap Winter Closures
Read more: Delaware Water Gap Winter ClosuresYearly winter road closure schedule for 2025-2026, visit https://www.nps.gov/dewa/learn/news/winterservices2026.htm “Park staff give priority to plowing main roads through the park for the safety and convenience of local residents and visitors.…
2025 Holiday Gift Guide + December Sale
Read more: 2025 Holiday Gift Guide + December SaleOur 2025 Holiday Gift Guide is here! Our holiday gift guide is packed with popular guidebooks and maps and plenty of Trail Conference apparel and gear for the outdoors-loving folks…
Bear Mountain State Park Trail Closures & Advisories (Updated: 11/21/25)
Read more: Bear Mountain State Park Trail Closures & Advisories (Updated: 11/21/25)Following damage from historic 2023 storms, the Cornell Mine Trail and additional pathways in Bear Mountain State Park are now open.
How Our Corps Crews Enhance the Trail Experience in Harriman State Park
Read more: How Our Corps Crews Enhance the Trail Experience in Harriman State ParkTeamwork makes the trail dream work in Harriman State Park, where our Conservation Corps crews are improving pathways for future generations.
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