Welcome to the A.T. Vista Newsletter! This monthly newsletter shares the updates as we prepare for the inaugural A.T. Vista program that will be at the State University of New York (SUNY) in New Paltz
Save the Date: August 5-8, 2022
Early Registration Opens April 1- Register early and SAVE! |
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Hike, Learn, and Play
A.T. Vista 2022!The 4-day extended weekend program offers Over 60 hikes along trails in New York and New Jersey, Over 45 educational and fun workshops, and various local excursions to explore the area Early discounted registration opens April 1, 2022 Access to certain activities will have limited spaces, so register early to join the fun and SAVE$ A list of the current hikes, workshops, and excursions are available to view at www.atvista2022.org Regular registration opens May 1, 2022 State University of New York (SUNY) in New Paltz 1 Hawk Drive New Paltz, NY 12561 August 5 - 8, 2022 |
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A Message from Steve Weissman, A.T. Vista 2021/2022 Co-Chair |
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We are still seeking: Volunteers to assist in implementing many of the 2022 activities. View the various A.T. Vista 2022 volunteer position needs and sign up today. Program registration discounts are provided to all volunteers! Hike Leaders, Workshop Assistants, Excursion Chaperones! We need volunteers to lead or co-lead hikes in New York or New Jersey, chaperone one of the many fun excursions, or provide assistance during a workshop session. (You don't need to be from the area to volunteer in any of these roles!) Email us at atvistainfo@gmail.com or sign-up on the Volunteer Link Donations - $10 or more to support the A.T. Vista program. |
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Note regarding A.T. Vista 2022 in-person activity. Based on the COVID-19 situation at the time of the program, appropriate CDC, state, and local venue guidelines will be followed. |
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Want to share your Appalachian Trail or other Trail journeys at A.T. Vista 2022? During A.T. Vista 2022, a showcase of trail travels from members of the Appalachian Trail Community is planned to be presented as part of the evening entertainment activity. If you are interested in submitting a 20-minute graphical/video presentation about your experiences feel provide a request to participate to atvistainfo@gmail.com |
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NYNJ Trail Conference 2021 Look Back, 2022 Look Ahead As we close 2021 and look forward to a new year, we send our gratitude to the trail community and all who believe in the power of nature. Thanks to you, the Trail Conference continues to be an incredible force multiplier, recruiting and training more than 2,500 volunteers who care for and protect our region’s natural areas and the trails that provide access to them. Our volunteers’ efforts result in approximately $3 million in labor given to the improvement of public lands annually. That’s $3 million of care given to local trails and parks to ensure your experiences outdoors are safe and enjoyable. In 2021, the Trail Conference celebrated a century of providing that service to our friends, neighbors, and all who recreate on these lands. The pandemic continued to create unprecedented circumstances and challenges for the trails and our service community, yet we persevered. Although our headquarters remains closed to the public, our programs and operations found renewed success in a hybrid model of outdoor, in-person workshops and work trips while continuing to leverage our Online Learning Library and holding virtual meetings. At the same time, we have continued to see trails face remarkably high usage with millions of people seeking respite outdoors. Despite these challenges, our Trail Family demonstrated resilience. We had many great successes this year. You’ll find these wins for the outdoors—from conserving critical land and trail access in New Jersey, to helping lead efforts to stop the dreaded spotted lanternfly in New York. As we look back on the 2021 successes we’ve had in improving access to nature, we look forward to 2022 and the ways we can use what we have learned to become a stronger, more impactful organization. Whatever the new year brings, we’re excited to continue this journey with you and grateful to have you along with us. |
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Mission of the A.T. Vista Provide a forum for the engagement of activities on and near the Appalachian Trail, offering hiking, educational, cultural, and historical learning programs, working with trail clubs, local communities and nearby partner organizations. Vision of the A.T. Vista To be recognized as THE forum for engagement of all who cherish the future of the Appalachian Trail’s protection, stewardship, and connection of the human spirit with nature while increasing participation from younger and diverse members. |
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The Appalachian Trail Museum is now open - Check it Out |
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