Join Our Trail Family: Become a Member Today!
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!
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%!
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. |
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. Discover their special offers—and remember, by supporting them, you’re also supporting us!
Rock & Snow
Member Benefits
10% off. Discount code: nynjtc.
Address
4 Main St., New Paltz, NY 12561
Phone
(845) 255-1311
Campmor
Member Benefits
15% off non-sale items. Members in good standing receive the discount in-store and online. Use code NYNJCONF15 at checkout. The code must correspond with the email address associated with your Trail Conference membership. Excludes canoes, kayaks, bikes, service items, and sale items ending in .96.
Address
810 Route 17 North, Paramus, NJ
Phone
(201) 445-5000
Camp Catskill
Member Benefits
10% off non-sale items online and in-store. Use discount code Trail Conference10. Active trail maintainers receive 15% off in-store.
Address
6006 Main St., Tannersville, NY 12485
Phone
(518) 303-6050
Seven Lakes Station Taproom & Market
Member Benefits
10% off your bar tab. Excludes market purchases and Happy Hour.
Address
80 Orange Turnpike, Sloatsburg, NY
Phone
(845) 712-5586
Mountain Skills Climbing Guides
Member Benefits
AMGA-accredited climbing and hiking guide service in the Gunks and Catskills. Trail Conference members receive 10% off guided trips with proof of membership.
Address
P.O. Box 991, New Paltz, NY 12561
Phone
(845) 853-5450
Email
[email protected]
TrailBound Project
Member Benefits
TrailBound Project inspires and teaches safe wilderness travel through courses and challenges. Trail Conference members receive 15% off using code 15NYNJTC2026.
Phone
(973) 556-5668
Email
[email protected]
Long Path Outfitters
Member Benefits
10% off non-sale items.
Address
637 N. Broadway, Nyack, NY 10960
Mountain Tops
Member Benefits
10% off non-sale items.
Address
144 Main St., Beacon, NY 12508
Phone
(845) 831-1997
Thruway Sporting Goods
Member Benefits
10% off any in-store purchase for Trail Conference members. Membership card required. Excludes sale items.
Address
78 Oak St., Walden, NY 12586
Phone
(845) 778-1400
Morgan Outdoors
Member Benefits
10% off all non-sale purchases.
Address
46 Main Street, Livingston Manor, NY 12758
Phone
(845) 439-5507
Wild Birds Unlimited
Member Benefits
10% off regularly priced merchandise. Join the Daily Savings Club and receive 15% off bird food products.
Address
189 South Route 17, Paramus, NJ 07652
Phone
(201) 599-0099
Email
[email protected]
Old Souls
Member Benefits
10% off in-store non-sale items. Discount does not apply to fly fishing guide services, lessons, or booked travel.
Address
63 Main Street, Cold Spring, NY 10516
Phone
(845) 809-5886
Email
[email protected]
Dottie Audrey’s Bakery Kitchen
Member Benefits
Trail Conference members receive 10% off their bill.
Address
549 Route 17, Duck Cedar Plaza, Tuxedo Park, NY 10987
Phone
(845) 915-3088
Hudson North Cider Co.
Member Benefits
Hudson North Cider Co. supports the Trail Conference by donating 10¢ from every gallon sold, plus proceeds from Taps for Trails pint nights.
Address
Newburgh, NY 12550
Phone
(410) 967-1926
Hungry Hollow
Member Benefits
10% off all hot foods, sandwiches, wraps, and salads from the Hungry Hollow Co-op Kitchen.
Address
841 Chestnut Ridge Rd., Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977
Phone
(845) 356-3319
Body & Brain Yoga / Tai Chi
Member Benefits
10% off new memberships.
Locations
525 Cedar Hill Ave., 2nd Floor, Wyckoff, NJ 07481
495 N. Franklin Turnpike, Ramsey, NJ 07446
Phone
Wyckoff: (201) 444-6020
Ramsey: (201) 962-8383
Catskill Mountain Lodge
Member Benefits
Mention your Trail Conference membership when making your reservation. Not valid on holiday weekends.
Address
334 Route 32A, Palenville, NY
Phone
(518) 678-3101
Camp Glen Gray
Member Benefits
10% off weekend camping fees. Please present your Trail Conference membership card upon arrival to receive the discount.
Address
200 Midvale Mountain Rd., Mahwah, NJ
Phone
(201) 327-7234
The Gravity Vault
Member Benefits
10% off all-day passes.
Locations
Upper Saddle River, NJ
Chatham, NJ
Middletown, NJ
Phone
(201) 701-7625
Sassquad Trail Running
Member Benefits
10% off registration for all Sassquad Trail Running events. Email [email protected] for the discount code.
Phone
(937) 532-0829
Email
[email protected]
https://www.sassquadtrailrunning.com
The Town Tinker
Member Benefits
10% off for Trail Conference members.
Address
10 Bridge St., Phoenicia, NY
Phone
(845) 688-5553
NJ Rock Gym
Become A Retail Partner
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.
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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