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Verkeerderkill Falls Is Now Permanently Protected!
Read more: Verkeerderkill Falls Is Now Permanently Protected!Verkeerderkill Falls and 134 acres of surrounding wilderness is now permanently protected—thanks to a powerful partnership of advocates and allies.
Let’s Hear It for Our 2025 Trail Conference Conservation Corps!
Read more: Let’s Hear It for Our 2025 Trail Conference Conservation Corps!Recently, we gathered to celebrate the successful 2025 season of our Trail Conference Conservation Corps and champion their steadfast commitment to trail stewardship and service.
Norvin Green State Forest (southern section) Reblazing Complete
Read more: Norvin Green State Forest (southern section) Reblazing CompleteAs of late October 2025, the trails within the southern section of Norvin Green State Forest in Passaic County, NJ have been reblazed and reconfigured by volunteers and staff of…
Notice: Weekday Deer Hunting in Harriman State Park to Begin on November 3
Read more: Notice: Weekday Deer Hunting in Harriman State Park to Begin on November 3Beginning November 3, 2025, certain sections of Harriman State Park will open to permitted weekday-only deer hunting as part of a forest management plan led by NYS Parks and the…
Trail Conference Celebrates a New Long Path Kiosk in Altamont, New York
Read more: Trail Conference Celebrates a New Long Path Kiosk in Altamont, New YorkCommunity leaders and outdoor enthusiasts gathered in Altamont’s Orsini Park to mark a major milestone for the Long Path with a new interpretive kiosk.
You’re Invited: Join Us for the Altamont Kiosk Ribbon Cutting Celebration
Read more: You’re Invited: Join Us for the Altamont Kiosk Ribbon Cutting CelebrationJoin us and our community partners on September 27th for the official opening of the Altamont Community Kiosk showcasing the Long Path.
Trail-A-Thon: Where Will Your Challenge Take You?
Read more: Trail-A-Thon: Where Will Your Challenge Take You?Help preserve tomorrow’s trail lands by taking part in our annual Trail-A-Thon!
Trail Conference Celebrates Major Restoration of the Long Path
Read more: Trail Conference Celebrates Major Restoration of the Long PathThree years in the making, this revitalized section of the Long Path improves access to the outdoors while preserving the breathtaking scenery of the Hudson River.
Celebrating the Hudson Highlands Fjord Trail
Read more: Celebrating the Hudson Highlands Fjord TrailThe New York–New Jersey Trail Conference proudly celebrates the Hudson Highlands Fjord Trail—a project that will shape the future of outdoor recreation and conservation in our region. The Fjord Trail…
Buckabear Wildfire
Read more: Buckabear WildfireUpdate 10/10/2025: Trailheads P3 and P4 West are closed due to the fire. The Bearfort Waters Clinton/Highlands Trail co-alignment are unaffected by the fire. Below, the area in red is…
Join Us for the Long Path Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony in Tallman Mountain State Park
Read more: Join Us for the Long Path Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony in Tallman Mountain State ParkWe’re thrilled to announce the completion of a major trail restoration project on the Long Path in Tallman Mountain State Park by the Long Distance Trails Crew.
Construction on Oil City Rd – AT Wallkill River Crossing
Read more: Construction on Oil City Rd – AT Wallkill River CrossingConstruction work is scheduled on Oil City Road including the bridge over the Wallkill River used by the Appalachian Trail. Work will be ongoing between August 19th – September 2nd.…
Minnewaska State Park Preserve Grows by 291 Acres
Read more: Minnewaska State Park Preserve Grows by 291 AcresMinnewaska State Park Preserve, a jewel among New York’s iconic parklands, just added more land to love with the expansion of 291 acres.
Your Input Wanted: Help Shape the Future of the Catskills’ Wildest Peaks
Read more: Your Input Wanted: Help Shape the Future of the Catskills’ Wildest PeaksThe DEC has released their Visitor Use Management Plan for the Formerly Trailless Catskill High Peaks—and they want to hear from you!
New York Expands Catskill Preserve with 900-Acre Addition, Improves Visitor Safety at Peekamoose Blue Hole
Read more: New York Expands Catskill Preserve with 900-Acre Addition, Improves Visitor Safety at Peekamoose Blue HoleNew York recently announced a major expansion of the Catskill Forest Preserve and upgrades at Peekamoose Blue Hole, marking a conservation milestone.
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