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\n\n\t\t\tAny trail. Anywhere.\t<\/h2>\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\tFind an Event Near You!\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/h4>\n\tNational Trails Day\u00ae is your chance to get outdoors, connect with your community, and give back to the trails you love. This year, we’re empowering everyone to become trail stewards on any trail, anywhere.<\/h3>\nJoin American Hiking in celebrating our shared passion for the outdoors while inspiring your community to leave the trails better than we found them. Together, we can make a lasting impact!<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t![\"trail-users.png\"](\"https:\/\/americanhiking.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/revslider\/NTDhome-3points\/trail-users.png\" "\\"trail-users.png\\"")
\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\nJoin<\/a><\/h2>Find a local event<\/a> or create your own<\/a> and join the nationwide movement.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t![\"high-five2-edit.png\"](\"https:\/\/americanhiking.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/revslider\/NTDhome-3points\/high-five2-edit.png\" "\\"high-five2-edit.png\\"")
\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\nPledge<\/a><\/h2>Commit to leaving the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them by taking the NTD Pledge<\/a>.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t![\"megaphone](\"https:\/\/americanhiking.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/megaphone-green-outline108px.png\" "\\"megaphone")
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\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\tNational Trails Day\u00ae Pledge\t<\/h2>\n\t
Commit to leaving the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them by taking the National Trails Day\u00ae Pledge.<\/strong><\/p>\nTake the pledge for your chance of winning a gear prize package<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\tEasy Actions to Make a Difference<\/h2>\n
Here are easy ways to celebrate #NationalTrailsDay. Complete one task or really boost your trail cred by completing all of them:<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCommit to Trail Service in 2026<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Find a trail service project<\/a> on National Trails Day\u00ae, or sign up for a trail project later this year.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tLeave a trail better than you found it<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Commit to taking a trash bag with you whenever you hike or go for a walk. Collect trash on a local trail, along your neighborhood sidewalk, or in a natural space near you.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSpeak Up*<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Tell your Member of Congress<\/a> to support the extension of the National Parks and Public Lands Legacy Restoration Fund!<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tGive a Gift<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Join a local trail nonprofit and donate to American Hiking<\/a> to help build an inclusive hiking community to protect your favorite trails and fight for access for all today and for future generations.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t#RecreateResponsibly<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Keep yourself healthy, keep others safe, and preserve and protect public lands, waters, and parks, and help make the outdoors inclusive for all. Check out these helpful guidelines and join the movement<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t* Federal funding not used for National Trails Day\u00ae advocacy actions.<\/p>\n\t
2026 Gear Prize Package<\/h2>\nTake the pledge for your chance of winning a gear prize package.<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t![\"2026](\"https:\/\/americanhiking.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2026-ntd-gear-giveaway-graphic-1.png\" "\\"2026")
\n\t2026 Gear Prize Package<\/h3>\n
$2,100+ value\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- AllTrails:<\/a>\u00a0Annual Peak Membership\u00a0\u00a0*Terms & conditions apply. See AllTrails.com for details.*<\/li>\n
- Base Medical:<\/a>\u00a0Wilderness First Aid Certification<\/li>\n
- Cotopaxi:<\/a>\u00a0Arenal 32L Backpack<\/li>\n
- ENO:<\/a>\u00a0Keep It Wild Giving Back Hammock + Atlas Hammock Straps<\/li>\n
- Falcon Guides:<\/a>\u00a0Women Who Hike National Parks<\/li>\n
- Farm to Feet:<\/a>\u00a0Damascus No Fly Zone Light Targeted Cushion 3\/4 Crew<\/li>\n
- Farm To Summit:<\/a>\u00a0$25 Gift Card<\/li>\n
- Fj\u00e4llr\u00e4ven:\u00a0<\/a>Vidda Pro Trousers
\n<\/li>\n- Front Crunchy:<\/a>\u00a0Go Halfway Five-Panel Cap<\/li>\n
- High Camp Flasks:<\/a>\u00a0Parkside Flask<\/li>\n
- Karma Nuts:<\/a>\u00a0200 ct case of Olive Oil & Sea Salt Topped Cashews\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Leki:<\/a>\u00a0KHUMBU Trekking Poles<\/li>\n
- Lems Shoes:<\/a>\u00a0$250 Gift Card\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Lowa Boots:<\/a>\u00a0Innovo GTX LO Shoes<\/li>\n
- Moon Travel Guides:<\/a>\u00a0Moon USA National Parks Hiking: The Top 100 Trails
\n<\/li>\n- Osprey:<\/a>\u00a0Osprey Sportlite\u2122 \u00a0or Hikelite\u2122 Hiking Pack<\/li>\n
- Pistil:<\/a>\u00a0McKinley Trucker Hat<\/li>\n
- Sling Bottle:<\/a>\u00a0Sling Bottle and SandeBag Quick Trip
\n<\/li>\n- Trails Magazine:<\/a>\u00a0Annual Subscription
\n<\/li>\n- American Hiking Society Sticker Pack<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t
What’s National Trails Day\u00ae<\/sup> All About?<\/h2>\nTaking place on the first Saturday in June, National Trails Day\u00ae is a day of public events aimed at advocacy and trail service. Tens of thousands of hikers, bikers, paddlers, horseback riders, trail clubs, federal and local agencies, land trusts, and businesses come together in partnership to advocate for, maintain, and clean up public lands and trails. Curious about the history of National Trails Day\u00ae? Learn more here<\/a>!<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHost an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFind an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t![\"Hiking_1_FINAL-01\"](\"https:\/\/americanhiking.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/hiking-1-final-01.png\" "\\"Hiking_1_FINAL-01\\"")
\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\tWear Your Love of Trails\t<\/h3>\n\t
Each time you sport the National Trails Day\u00ae apparel, you’ll feel great knowing the proceeds help care for trails and public lands.<\/p>\n
Available on various products including wicking tees, hats, mugs, and stickers in countless colors and styles.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy Now\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\tNational Trails Day\u00ae Fundraising\t<\/h2>\n\tPeer-to-peer fundraising can be an easy way for you to raise money from family and friends to support American Hiking Society.<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\tFrequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n <\/p>\n
What does it mean to be a trail steward?<\/b><\/h4>\n
Being a trail steward means enjoying, sharing, preserving, and respecting the trails and outdoor spaces we all enjoy. While responsibly recreating on trails is essential, being a trail steward involves more than that – it’s about ensuring they remain welcoming, accessible, and well-maintained for everyone now and in the future.<\/p>\n
Trail stewards:<\/p>\n
\n- Appreciate the outdoors and enjoy them responsibly<\/b>: Admire the trails’ beauty while respecting their natural and cultural significance.<\/li>\n
- Leave trails better than they found them<\/b>: Participate in clean-ups, volunteer for trail maintenance projects, and,, when you head to the trails, ensure you pack out all of your waste.<\/li>\n
- Promote community<\/b>: Ensure the outdoors and trails are welcoming for all to enjoy, and work to foster a sense of belonging and connection.<\/li>\n
- Advocate for trails<\/b>: Use your voice to speak out for public lands, trail funding, and trail preservation. These efforts help ensure these spaces are preserved and accessible for future generations.<\/li>\n
- Share the space<\/b>: Be considerate of all trail users – whether hikers, bikers, equestrians, etc., and wildlife, too, of course!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Being a trail steward is a way to give back to the trails we love to explore, ensuring they remain a source of joy, connection, and adventure for everyone.<\/p>\n
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Why should I take the pledge?<\/strong><\/h4>\nBy pledging to leave the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them, you’ll join a nationwide movement to build an inclusive trails community, engaged in advocacy and trail service. You will take action to care for beloved trails and outdoor spaces vital to people’s health and well-being across the country. Plus, you’ll be entered to win awesome outdoor gear prizes.<\/p>\n
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How does the pledge work?<\/strong><\/h4>\nSubmit the online pledge, and we’ll send you easy ways to take action on National Trails Day\u00ae and all year long. After National Trails Day\u00ae, everyone who takes the pledge will be entered to win the grand prize package of premium outdoor gear.<\/p>\n
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I took the pledge! Now, what do I do?<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere are easy ways to fulfill your #NationalTrailsDay pledge. Complete one task or really boost your trail cred by completing all of them in 2026:<\/p>\n
\n- Leave a trail better than you found it: Commit to taking a trash bag with you whenever you hike or go for a walk. Collect trash on a local trail, along your neighborhood sidewalk, or in a natural space near you.<\/li>\n
- Commit to Trail Service in 2026:\n
\n- Find a trail service project<\/a> on National Trails Day\u00ae, or sign up for a trail project later this year.<\/li>\n
- National Public Lands Day<\/a> on September 28 is a great way to assist with various projects designed to restore and enhance public parks, forests, waterways, and more.<\/li>\n
- Sign up for an American Hiking Volunteer Vacation<\/a> this year, and spend a week giving back to the trails you love.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Speak up: Tell your Member of Congress<\/a> how much you value outdoor spaces, and ask them to pass bipartisan legislation supporting trails, public lands, and inclusive access for all.<\/li>\n
- Give a gift: Join a local trail nonprofit and donate to American Hiking<\/a> to help build an inclusive hiking community to protect your favorite trails and advocate for access for all today and for future generations.<\/li>\n
- #RecreateResponsibly: Keep yourself, others, and outdoor places safe. Review the guidelines and join the movement<\/a>.<\/li>\n
- Do you have an idea of your own? We can’t wait to see what you come up with! Be sure to tag #NationalTrailsDay and @AmericanHiking so we can follow along.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How do I share what I did on National Trails Day\u00ae?<\/strong><\/h4>\nShare how you’ll leave the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them. Tag your photos and stories with #NationalTrailsDay, and @AmericanHiking on social media.<\/p>\n
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Still have questions?<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmail NTD@AmericanHiking.org.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHost an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFind an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\tNational Trails Day\u00ae Reports\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2025 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2024 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2023 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2022 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2021 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2019 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2018 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2017 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2016 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2015 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2014 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2013 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2012 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2011 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n<\/a>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"June 6, 2026 Any trail. Anywhere. Find an Event Near You! National Trails Day\u00ae is your chance to get outdoors, connect with your community, and give back to the trails…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":54720,"parent":0,"menu_order":12,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_price":"","_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_header":"","_tribe_default_ticket_provider":"","_ticket_start_date":"","_ticket_end_date":"","_tribe_ticket_show_description":"","_tribe_ticket_show_not_going":false,"_tribe_ticket_use_global_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_global_stock_level":"","_global_stock_mode":"","_global_stock_cap":"","_tribe_rsvp_for_event":"","_tribe_ticket_going_count":"","_tribe_ticket_not_going_count":"","_tribe_tickets_list":"[]","_tribe_ticket_has_attendee_info_fields":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-210","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n
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National Trails Day\u00ae is your chance to get outdoors, connect with your community, and give back to the trails you love. This year, we’re empowering everyone to become trail stewards on any trail, anywhere.<\/h3>\nJoin American Hiking in celebrating our shared passion for the outdoors while inspiring your community to leave the trails better than we found them. Together, we can make a lasting impact!<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\nJoin<\/a><\/h2>Find a local event<\/a> or create your own<\/a> and join the nationwide movement.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\nPledge<\/a><\/h2>Commit to leaving the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them by taking the NTD Pledge<\/a>.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\nConnect<\/h2>
Share your impact by tagging #NationalTrailsDay and @AmericanHiking.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHost an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFind an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\tNational Trails Day\u00ae Federal Partners\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\tNational Trails Day\u00ae Pledge\t<\/h2>\n\t
Commit to leaving the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them by taking the National Trails Day\u00ae Pledge.<\/strong><\/p>\nTake the pledge for your chance of winning a gear prize package<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\tEasy Actions to Make a Difference<\/h2>\n
Here are easy ways to celebrate #NationalTrailsDay. Complete one task or really boost your trail cred by completing all of them:<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCommit to Trail Service in 2026<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Find a trail service project<\/a> on National Trails Day\u00ae, or sign up for a trail project later this year.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tLeave a trail better than you found it<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Commit to taking a trash bag with you whenever you hike or go for a walk. Collect trash on a local trail, along your neighborhood sidewalk, or in a natural space near you.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSpeak Up*<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Tell your Member of Congress<\/a> to support the extension of the National Parks and Public Lands Legacy Restoration Fund!<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tGive a Gift<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Join a local trail nonprofit and donate to American Hiking<\/a> to help build an inclusive hiking community to protect your favorite trails and fight for access for all today and for future generations.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t#RecreateResponsibly<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Keep yourself healthy, keep others safe, and preserve and protect public lands, waters, and parks, and help make the outdoors inclusive for all. Check out these helpful guidelines and join the movement<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t* Federal funding not used for National Trails Day\u00ae advocacy actions.<\/p>\n\t
2026 Gear Prize Package<\/h2>\nTake the pledge for your chance of winning a gear prize package.<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t2026 Gear Prize Package<\/h3>\n
$2,100+ value\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- AllTrails:<\/a>\u00a0Annual Peak Membership\u00a0\u00a0*Terms & conditions apply. See AllTrails.com for details.*<\/li>\n
- Base Medical:<\/a>\u00a0Wilderness First Aid Certification<\/li>\n
- Cotopaxi:<\/a>\u00a0Arenal 32L Backpack<\/li>\n
- ENO:<\/a>\u00a0Keep It Wild Giving Back Hammock + Atlas Hammock Straps<\/li>\n
- Falcon Guides:<\/a>\u00a0Women Who Hike National Parks<\/li>\n
- Farm to Feet:<\/a>\u00a0Damascus No Fly Zone Light Targeted Cushion 3\/4 Crew<\/li>\n
- Farm To Summit:<\/a>\u00a0$25 Gift Card<\/li>\n
- Fj\u00e4llr\u00e4ven:\u00a0<\/a>Vidda Pro Trousers
\n<\/li>\n- Front Crunchy:<\/a>\u00a0Go Halfway Five-Panel Cap<\/li>\n
- High Camp Flasks:<\/a>\u00a0Parkside Flask<\/li>\n
- Karma Nuts:<\/a>\u00a0200 ct case of Olive Oil & Sea Salt Topped Cashews\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Leki:<\/a>\u00a0KHUMBU Trekking Poles<\/li>\n
- Lems Shoes:<\/a>\u00a0$250 Gift Card\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Lowa Boots:<\/a>\u00a0Innovo GTX LO Shoes<\/li>\n
- Moon Travel Guides:<\/a>\u00a0Moon USA National Parks Hiking: The Top 100 Trails
\n<\/li>\n- Osprey:<\/a>\u00a0Osprey Sportlite\u2122 \u00a0or Hikelite\u2122 Hiking Pack<\/li>\n
- Pistil:<\/a>\u00a0McKinley Trucker Hat<\/li>\n
- Sling Bottle:<\/a>\u00a0Sling Bottle and SandeBag Quick Trip
\n<\/li>\n- Trails Magazine:<\/a>\u00a0Annual Subscription
\n<\/li>\n- American Hiking Society Sticker Pack<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t
What’s National Trails Day\u00ae<\/sup> All About?<\/h2>\nTaking place on the first Saturday in June, National Trails Day\u00ae is a day of public events aimed at advocacy and trail service. Tens of thousands of hikers, bikers, paddlers, horseback riders, trail clubs, federal and local agencies, land trusts, and businesses come together in partnership to advocate for, maintain, and clean up public lands and trails. Curious about the history of National Trails Day\u00ae? Learn more here<\/a>!<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHost an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFind an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\tWear Your Love of Trails\t<\/h3>\n\t
Each time you sport the National Trails Day\u00ae apparel, you’ll feel great knowing the proceeds help care for trails and public lands.<\/p>\n
Available on various products including wicking tees, hats, mugs, and stickers in countless colors and styles.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy Now\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\tNational Trails Day\u00ae Fundraising\t<\/h2>\n\tPeer-to-peer fundraising can be an easy way for you to raise money from family and friends to support American Hiking Society.<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\tFrequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n <\/p>\n
What does it mean to be a trail steward?<\/b><\/h4>\n
Being a trail steward means enjoying, sharing, preserving, and respecting the trails and outdoor spaces we all enjoy. While responsibly recreating on trails is essential, being a trail steward involves more than that – it’s about ensuring they remain welcoming, accessible, and well-maintained for everyone now and in the future.<\/p>\n
Trail stewards:<\/p>\n
\n- Appreciate the outdoors and enjoy them responsibly<\/b>: Admire the trails’ beauty while respecting their natural and cultural significance.<\/li>\n
- Leave trails better than they found them<\/b>: Participate in clean-ups, volunteer for trail maintenance projects, and,, when you head to the trails, ensure you pack out all of your waste.<\/li>\n
- Promote community<\/b>: Ensure the outdoors and trails are welcoming for all to enjoy, and work to foster a sense of belonging and connection.<\/li>\n
- Advocate for trails<\/b>: Use your voice to speak out for public lands, trail funding, and trail preservation. These efforts help ensure these spaces are preserved and accessible for future generations.<\/li>\n
- Share the space<\/b>: Be considerate of all trail users – whether hikers, bikers, equestrians, etc., and wildlife, too, of course!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Being a trail steward is a way to give back to the trails we love to explore, ensuring they remain a source of joy, connection, and adventure for everyone.<\/p>\n
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Why should I take the pledge?<\/strong><\/h4>\nBy pledging to leave the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them, you’ll join a nationwide movement to build an inclusive trails community, engaged in advocacy and trail service. You will take action to care for beloved trails and outdoor spaces vital to people’s health and well-being across the country. Plus, you’ll be entered to win awesome outdoor gear prizes.<\/p>\n
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How does the pledge work?<\/strong><\/h4>\nSubmit the online pledge, and we’ll send you easy ways to take action on National Trails Day\u00ae and all year long. After National Trails Day\u00ae, everyone who takes the pledge will be entered to win the grand prize package of premium outdoor gear.<\/p>\n
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I took the pledge! Now, what do I do?<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere are easy ways to fulfill your #NationalTrailsDay pledge. Complete one task or really boost your trail cred by completing all of them in 2026:<\/p>\n
\n- Leave a trail better than you found it: Commit to taking a trash bag with you whenever you hike or go for a walk. Collect trash on a local trail, along your neighborhood sidewalk, or in a natural space near you.<\/li>\n
- Commit to Trail Service in 2026:\n
\n- Find a trail service project<\/a> on National Trails Day\u00ae, or sign up for a trail project later this year.<\/li>\n
- National Public Lands Day<\/a> on September 28 is a great way to assist with various projects designed to restore and enhance public parks, forests, waterways, and more.<\/li>\n
- Sign up for an American Hiking Volunteer Vacation<\/a> this year, and spend a week giving back to the trails you love.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Speak up: Tell your Member of Congress<\/a> how much you value outdoor spaces, and ask them to pass bipartisan legislation supporting trails, public lands, and inclusive access for all.<\/li>\n
- Give a gift: Join a local trail nonprofit and donate to American Hiking<\/a> to help build an inclusive hiking community to protect your favorite trails and advocate for access for all today and for future generations.<\/li>\n
- #RecreateResponsibly: Keep yourself, others, and outdoor places safe. Review the guidelines and join the movement<\/a>.<\/li>\n
- Do you have an idea of your own? We can’t wait to see what you come up with! Be sure to tag #NationalTrailsDay and @AmericanHiking so we can follow along.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How do I share what I did on National Trails Day\u00ae?<\/strong><\/h4>\nShare how you’ll leave the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them. Tag your photos and stories with #NationalTrailsDay, and @AmericanHiking on social media.<\/p>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\nJoin<\/a><\/h2>Find a local event<\/a> or create your own<\/a> and join the nationwide movement.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\nPledge<\/a><\/h2>Commit to leaving the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them by taking the NTD Pledge<\/a>.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\nConnect<\/h2>
Share your impact by tagging #NationalTrailsDay and @AmericanHiking.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHost an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFind an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\tNational Trails Day\u00ae Federal Partners\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\tNational Trails Day\u00ae Pledge\t<\/h2>\n\t
Commit to leaving the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them by taking the National Trails Day\u00ae Pledge.<\/strong><\/p>\nTake the pledge for your chance of winning a gear prize package<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\tEasy Actions to Make a Difference<\/h2>\n
Here are easy ways to celebrate #NationalTrailsDay. Complete one task or really boost your trail cred by completing all of them:<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCommit to Trail Service in 2026<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Find a trail service project<\/a> on National Trails Day\u00ae, or sign up for a trail project later this year.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tLeave a trail better than you found it<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Commit to taking a trash bag with you whenever you hike or go for a walk. Collect trash on a local trail, along your neighborhood sidewalk, or in a natural space near you.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSpeak Up*<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Tell your Member of Congress<\/a> to support the extension of the National Parks and Public Lands Legacy Restoration Fund!<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tGive a Gift<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Join a local trail nonprofit and donate to American Hiking<\/a> to help build an inclusive hiking community to protect your favorite trails and fight for access for all today and for future generations.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t#RecreateResponsibly<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Keep yourself healthy, keep others safe, and preserve and protect public lands, waters, and parks, and help make the outdoors inclusive for all. Check out these helpful guidelines and join the movement<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t* Federal funding not used for National Trails Day\u00ae advocacy actions.<\/p>\n\t
2026 Gear Prize Package<\/h2>\nTake the pledge for your chance of winning a gear prize package.<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t2026 Gear Prize Package<\/h3>\n
$2,100+ value\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- AllTrails:<\/a>\u00a0Annual Peak Membership\u00a0\u00a0*Terms & conditions apply. See AllTrails.com for details.*<\/li>\n
- Base Medical:<\/a>\u00a0Wilderness First Aid Certification<\/li>\n
- Cotopaxi:<\/a>\u00a0Arenal 32L Backpack<\/li>\n
- ENO:<\/a>\u00a0Keep It Wild Giving Back Hammock + Atlas Hammock Straps<\/li>\n
- Falcon Guides:<\/a>\u00a0Women Who Hike National Parks<\/li>\n
- Farm to Feet:<\/a>\u00a0Damascus No Fly Zone Light Targeted Cushion 3\/4 Crew<\/li>\n
- Farm To Summit:<\/a>\u00a0$25 Gift Card<\/li>\n
- Fj\u00e4llr\u00e4ven:\u00a0<\/a>Vidda Pro Trousers
\n<\/li>\n- Front Crunchy:<\/a>\u00a0Go Halfway Five-Panel Cap<\/li>\n
- High Camp Flasks:<\/a>\u00a0Parkside Flask<\/li>\n
- Karma Nuts:<\/a>\u00a0200 ct case of Olive Oil & Sea Salt Topped Cashews\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Leki:<\/a>\u00a0KHUMBU Trekking Poles<\/li>\n
- Lems Shoes:<\/a>\u00a0$250 Gift Card\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Lowa Boots:<\/a>\u00a0Innovo GTX LO Shoes<\/li>\n
- Moon Travel Guides:<\/a>\u00a0Moon USA National Parks Hiking: The Top 100 Trails
\n<\/li>\n- Osprey:<\/a>\u00a0Osprey Sportlite\u2122 \u00a0or Hikelite\u2122 Hiking Pack<\/li>\n
- Pistil:<\/a>\u00a0McKinley Trucker Hat<\/li>\n
- Sling Bottle:<\/a>\u00a0Sling Bottle and SandeBag Quick Trip
\n<\/li>\n- Trails Magazine:<\/a>\u00a0Annual Subscription
\n<\/li>\n- American Hiking Society Sticker Pack<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t
What’s National Trails Day\u00ae<\/sup> All About?<\/h2>\nTaking place on the first Saturday in June, National Trails Day\u00ae is a day of public events aimed at advocacy and trail service. Tens of thousands of hikers, bikers, paddlers, horseback riders, trail clubs, federal and local agencies, land trusts, and businesses come together in partnership to advocate for, maintain, and clean up public lands and trails. Curious about the history of National Trails Day\u00ae? Learn more here<\/a>!<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHost an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFind an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\tWear Your Love of Trails\t<\/h3>\n\t
Each time you sport the National Trails Day\u00ae apparel, you’ll feel great knowing the proceeds help care for trails and public lands.<\/p>\n
Available on various products including wicking tees, hats, mugs, and stickers in countless colors and styles.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy Now\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\tNational Trails Day\u00ae Fundraising\t<\/h2>\n\tPeer-to-peer fundraising can be an easy way for you to raise money from family and friends to support American Hiking Society.<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\tFrequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n <\/p>\n
What does it mean to be a trail steward?<\/b><\/h4>\n
Being a trail steward means enjoying, sharing, preserving, and respecting the trails and outdoor spaces we all enjoy. While responsibly recreating on trails is essential, being a trail steward involves more than that – it’s about ensuring they remain welcoming, accessible, and well-maintained for everyone now and in the future.<\/p>\n
Trail stewards:<\/p>\n
\n- Appreciate the outdoors and enjoy them responsibly<\/b>: Admire the trails’ beauty while respecting their natural and cultural significance.<\/li>\n
- Leave trails better than they found them<\/b>: Participate in clean-ups, volunteer for trail maintenance projects, and,, when you head to the trails, ensure you pack out all of your waste.<\/li>\n
- Promote community<\/b>: Ensure the outdoors and trails are welcoming for all to enjoy, and work to foster a sense of belonging and connection.<\/li>\n
- Advocate for trails<\/b>: Use your voice to speak out for public lands, trail funding, and trail preservation. These efforts help ensure these spaces are preserved and accessible for future generations.<\/li>\n
- Share the space<\/b>: Be considerate of all trail users – whether hikers, bikers, equestrians, etc., and wildlife, too, of course!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Being a trail steward is a way to give back to the trails we love to explore, ensuring they remain a source of joy, connection, and adventure for everyone.<\/p>\n
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Why should I take the pledge?<\/strong><\/h4>\nBy pledging to leave the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them, you’ll join a nationwide movement to build an inclusive trails community, engaged in advocacy and trail service. You will take action to care for beloved trails and outdoor spaces vital to people’s health and well-being across the country. Plus, you’ll be entered to win awesome outdoor gear prizes.<\/p>\n
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How does the pledge work?<\/strong><\/h4>\nSubmit the online pledge, and we’ll send you easy ways to take action on National Trails Day\u00ae and all year long. After National Trails Day\u00ae, everyone who takes the pledge will be entered to win the grand prize package of premium outdoor gear.<\/p>\n
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I took the pledge! Now, what do I do?<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere are easy ways to fulfill your #NationalTrailsDay pledge. Complete one task or really boost your trail cred by completing all of them in 2026:<\/p>\n
\n- Leave a trail better than you found it: Commit to taking a trash bag with you whenever you hike or go for a walk. Collect trash on a local trail, along your neighborhood sidewalk, or in a natural space near you.<\/li>\n
- Commit to Trail Service in 2026:\n
\n- Find a trail service project<\/a> on National Trails Day\u00ae, or sign up for a trail project later this year.<\/li>\n
- National Public Lands Day<\/a> on September 28 is a great way to assist with various projects designed to restore and enhance public parks, forests, waterways, and more.<\/li>\n
- Sign up for an American Hiking Volunteer Vacation<\/a> this year, and spend a week giving back to the trails you love.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Speak up: Tell your Member of Congress<\/a> how much you value outdoor spaces, and ask them to pass bipartisan legislation supporting trails, public lands, and inclusive access for all.<\/li>\n
- Give a gift: Join a local trail nonprofit and donate to American Hiking<\/a> to help build an inclusive hiking community to protect your favorite trails and advocate for access for all today and for future generations.<\/li>\n
- #RecreateResponsibly: Keep yourself, others, and outdoor places safe. Review the guidelines and join the movement<\/a>.<\/li>\n
- Do you have an idea of your own? We can’t wait to see what you come up with! Be sure to tag #NationalTrailsDay and @AmericanHiking so we can follow along.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How do I share what I did on National Trails Day\u00ae?<\/strong><\/h4>\nShare how you’ll leave the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them. Tag your photos and stories with #NationalTrailsDay, and @AmericanHiking on social media.<\/p>\n
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Still have questions?<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmail NTD@AmericanHiking.org.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHost an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFind an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\tNational Trails Day\u00ae Reports\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2025 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2024 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2023 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2022 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2021 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2019 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2018 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2017 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2016 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2015 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2014 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2013 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2012 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2011 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n<\/a>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"June 6, 2026 Any trail. Anywhere. Find an Event Near You! National Trails Day\u00ae is your chance to get outdoors, connect with your community, and give back to the trails…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":54720,"parent":0,"menu_order":12,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_price":"","_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_header":"","_tribe_default_ticket_provider":"","_ticket_start_date":"","_ticket_end_date":"","_tribe_ticket_show_description":"","_tribe_ticket_show_not_going":false,"_tribe_ticket_use_global_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_global_stock_level":"","_global_stock_mode":"","_global_stock_cap":"","_tribe_rsvp_for_event":"","_tribe_ticket_going_count":"","_tribe_ticket_not_going_count":"","_tribe_tickets_list":"[]","_tribe_ticket_has_attendee_info_fields":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-210","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n
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\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\nPledge<\/a><\/h2>Commit to leaving the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them by taking the NTD Pledge<\/a>.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\nConnect<\/h2>
Share your impact by tagging #NationalTrailsDay and @AmericanHiking.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHost an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFind an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\tNational Trails Day\u00ae Federal Partners\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\tNational Trails Day\u00ae Pledge\t<\/h2>\n\t
Commit to leaving the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them by taking the National Trails Day\u00ae Pledge.<\/strong><\/p>\nTake the pledge for your chance of winning a gear prize package<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\tEasy Actions to Make a Difference<\/h2>\n
Here are easy ways to celebrate #NationalTrailsDay. Complete one task or really boost your trail cred by completing all of them:<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCommit to Trail Service in 2026<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Find a trail service project<\/a> on National Trails Day\u00ae, or sign up for a trail project later this year.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tLeave a trail better than you found it<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Commit to taking a trash bag with you whenever you hike or go for a walk. Collect trash on a local trail, along your neighborhood sidewalk, or in a natural space near you.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSpeak Up*<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Tell your Member of Congress<\/a> to support the extension of the National Parks and Public Lands Legacy Restoration Fund!<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tGive a Gift<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Join a local trail nonprofit and donate to American Hiking<\/a> to help build an inclusive hiking community to protect your favorite trails and fight for access for all today and for future generations.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t#RecreateResponsibly<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Keep yourself healthy, keep others safe, and preserve and protect public lands, waters, and parks, and help make the outdoors inclusive for all. Check out these helpful guidelines and join the movement<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t* Federal funding not used for National Trails Day\u00ae advocacy actions.<\/p>\n\t
2026 Gear Prize Package<\/h2>\nTake the pledge for your chance of winning a gear prize package.<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t2026 Gear Prize Package<\/h3>\n
$2,100+ value\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- AllTrails:<\/a>\u00a0Annual Peak Membership\u00a0\u00a0*Terms & conditions apply. See AllTrails.com for details.*<\/li>\n
- Base Medical:<\/a>\u00a0Wilderness First Aid Certification<\/li>\n
- Cotopaxi:<\/a>\u00a0Arenal 32L Backpack<\/li>\n
- ENO:<\/a>\u00a0Keep It Wild Giving Back Hammock + Atlas Hammock Straps<\/li>\n
- Falcon Guides:<\/a>\u00a0Women Who Hike National Parks<\/li>\n
- Farm to Feet:<\/a>\u00a0Damascus No Fly Zone Light Targeted Cushion 3\/4 Crew<\/li>\n
- Farm To Summit:<\/a>\u00a0$25 Gift Card<\/li>\n
- Fj\u00e4llr\u00e4ven:\u00a0<\/a>Vidda Pro Trousers
\n<\/li>\n- Front Crunchy:<\/a>\u00a0Go Halfway Five-Panel Cap<\/li>\n
- High Camp Flasks:<\/a>\u00a0Parkside Flask<\/li>\n
- Karma Nuts:<\/a>\u00a0200 ct case of Olive Oil & Sea Salt Topped Cashews\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Leki:<\/a>\u00a0KHUMBU Trekking Poles<\/li>\n
- Lems Shoes:<\/a>\u00a0$250 Gift Card\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Lowa Boots:<\/a>\u00a0Innovo GTX LO Shoes<\/li>\n
- Moon Travel Guides:<\/a>\u00a0Moon USA National Parks Hiking: The Top 100 Trails
\n<\/li>\n- Osprey:<\/a>\u00a0Osprey Sportlite\u2122 \u00a0or Hikelite\u2122 Hiking Pack<\/li>\n
- Pistil:<\/a>\u00a0McKinley Trucker Hat<\/li>\n
- Sling Bottle:<\/a>\u00a0Sling Bottle and SandeBag Quick Trip
\n<\/li>\n- Trails Magazine:<\/a>\u00a0Annual Subscription
\n<\/li>\n- American Hiking Society Sticker Pack<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t
What’s National Trails Day\u00ae<\/sup> All About?<\/h2>\nTaking place on the first Saturday in June, National Trails Day\u00ae is a day of public events aimed at advocacy and trail service. Tens of thousands of hikers, bikers, paddlers, horseback riders, trail clubs, federal and local agencies, land trusts, and businesses come together in partnership to advocate for, maintain, and clean up public lands and trails. Curious about the history of National Trails Day\u00ae? Learn more here<\/a>!<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHost an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFind an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\tWear Your Love of Trails\t<\/h3>\n\t
Each time you sport the National Trails Day\u00ae apparel, you’ll feel great knowing the proceeds help care for trails and public lands.<\/p>\n
Available on various products including wicking tees, hats, mugs, and stickers in countless colors and styles.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy Now\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\tNational Trails Day\u00ae Fundraising\t<\/h2>\n\tPeer-to-peer fundraising can be an easy way for you to raise money from family and friends to support American Hiking Society.<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\tFrequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n <\/p>\n
What does it mean to be a trail steward?<\/b><\/h4>\n
Being a trail steward means enjoying, sharing, preserving, and respecting the trails and outdoor spaces we all enjoy. While responsibly recreating on trails is essential, being a trail steward involves more than that – it’s about ensuring they remain welcoming, accessible, and well-maintained for everyone now and in the future.<\/p>\n
Trail stewards:<\/p>\n
\n- Appreciate the outdoors and enjoy them responsibly<\/b>: Admire the trails’ beauty while respecting their natural and cultural significance.<\/li>\n
- Leave trails better than they found them<\/b>: Participate in clean-ups, volunteer for trail maintenance projects, and,, when you head to the trails, ensure you pack out all of your waste.<\/li>\n
- Promote community<\/b>: Ensure the outdoors and trails are welcoming for all to enjoy, and work to foster a sense of belonging and connection.<\/li>\n
- Advocate for trails<\/b>: Use your voice to speak out for public lands, trail funding, and trail preservation. These efforts help ensure these spaces are preserved and accessible for future generations.<\/li>\n
- Share the space<\/b>: Be considerate of all trail users – whether hikers, bikers, equestrians, etc., and wildlife, too, of course!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Being a trail steward is a way to give back to the trails we love to explore, ensuring they remain a source of joy, connection, and adventure for everyone.<\/p>\n
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Why should I take the pledge?<\/strong><\/h4>\nBy pledging to leave the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them, you’ll join a nationwide movement to build an inclusive trails community, engaged in advocacy and trail service. You will take action to care for beloved trails and outdoor spaces vital to people’s health and well-being across the country. Plus, you’ll be entered to win awesome outdoor gear prizes.<\/p>\n
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How does the pledge work?<\/strong><\/h4>\nSubmit the online pledge, and we’ll send you easy ways to take action on National Trails Day\u00ae and all year long. After National Trails Day\u00ae, everyone who takes the pledge will be entered to win the grand prize package of premium outdoor gear.<\/p>\n
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I took the pledge! Now, what do I do?<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere are easy ways to fulfill your #NationalTrailsDay pledge. Complete one task or really boost your trail cred by completing all of them in 2026:<\/p>\n
\n- Leave a trail better than you found it: Commit to taking a trash bag with you whenever you hike or go for a walk. Collect trash on a local trail, along your neighborhood sidewalk, or in a natural space near you.<\/li>\n
- Commit to Trail Service in 2026:\n
\n- Find a trail service project<\/a> on National Trails Day\u00ae, or sign up for a trail project later this year.<\/li>\n
- National Public Lands Day<\/a> on September 28 is a great way to assist with various projects designed to restore and enhance public parks, forests, waterways, and more.<\/li>\n
- Sign up for an American Hiking Volunteer Vacation<\/a> this year, and spend a week giving back to the trails you love.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Speak up: Tell your Member of Congress<\/a> how much you value outdoor spaces, and ask them to pass bipartisan legislation supporting trails, public lands, and inclusive access for all.<\/li>\n
- Give a gift: Join a local trail nonprofit and donate to American Hiking<\/a> to help build an inclusive hiking community to protect your favorite trails and advocate for access for all today and for future generations.<\/li>\n
- #RecreateResponsibly: Keep yourself, others, and outdoor places safe. Review the guidelines and join the movement<\/a>.<\/li>\n
- Do you have an idea of your own? We can’t wait to see what you come up with! Be sure to tag #NationalTrailsDay and @AmericanHiking so we can follow along.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How do I share what I did on National Trails Day\u00ae?<\/strong><\/h4>\nShare how you’ll leave the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them. Tag your photos and stories with #NationalTrailsDay, and @AmericanHiking on social media.<\/p>\n
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Still have questions?<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmail NTD@AmericanHiking.org.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHost an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFind an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\tNational Trails Day\u00ae Reports\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2025 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2024 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2023 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2022 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2021 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2019 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2018 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2017 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2016 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2015 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2014 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2013 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2012 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tView the 2011 Report\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n<\/a>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"June 6, 2026 Any trail. Anywhere. Find an Event Near You! National Trails Day\u00ae is your chance to get outdoors, connect with your community, and give back to the trails…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":54720,"parent":0,"menu_order":12,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_price":"","_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_header":"","_tribe_default_ticket_provider":"","_ticket_start_date":"","_ticket_end_date":"","_tribe_ticket_show_description":"","_tribe_ticket_show_not_going":false,"_tribe_ticket_use_global_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_global_stock_level":"","_global_stock_mode":"","_global_stock_cap":"","_tribe_rsvp_for_event":"","_tribe_ticket_going_count":"","_tribe_ticket_not_going_count":"","_tribe_tickets_list":"[]","_tribe_ticket_has_attendee_info_fields":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-210","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n
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\nConnect<\/h2>
Share your impact by tagging #NationalTrailsDay and @AmericanHiking.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHost an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFind an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t Commit to leaving the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them by taking the National Trails Day\u00ae Pledge.<\/strong><\/p>\n Take the pledge for your chance of winning a gear prize package<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\t Here are easy ways to celebrate #NationalTrailsDay. Complete one task or really boost your trail cred by completing all of them:<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Find a trail service project<\/a> on National Trails Day\u00ae, or sign up for a trail project later this year.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Commit to taking a trash bag with you whenever you hike or go for a walk. Collect trash on a local trail, along your neighborhood sidewalk, or in a natural space near you.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Tell your Member of Congress<\/a> to support the extension of the National Parks and Public Lands Legacy Restoration Fund!<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Join a local trail nonprofit and donate to American Hiking<\/a> to help build an inclusive hiking community to protect your favorite trails and fight for access for all today and for future generations.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Keep yourself healthy, keep others safe, and preserve and protect public lands, waters, and parks, and help make the outdoors inclusive for all. Check out these helpful guidelines and join the movement<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t * Federal funding not used for National Trails Day\u00ae advocacy actions.<\/p>\n\t $2,100+ value\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Taking place on the first Saturday in June, National Trails Day\u00ae is a day of public events aimed at advocacy and trail service. Tens of thousands of hikers, bikers, paddlers, horseback riders, trail clubs, federal and local agencies, land trusts, and businesses come together in partnership to advocate for, maintain, and clean up public lands and trails. Curious about the history of National Trails Day\u00ae? Learn more here<\/a>!<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHost an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFind an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t Each time you sport the National Trails Day\u00ae apparel, you’ll feel great knowing the proceeds help care for trails and public lands.<\/p>\n Available on various products including wicking tees, hats, mugs, and stickers in countless colors and styles.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy Now\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n <\/p>\n Being a trail steward means enjoying, sharing, preserving, and respecting the trails and outdoor spaces we all enjoy. While responsibly recreating on trails is essential, being a trail steward involves more than that – it’s about ensuring they remain welcoming, accessible, and well-maintained for everyone now and in the future.<\/p>\n Trail stewards:<\/p>\n Being a trail steward is a way to give back to the trails we love to explore, ensuring they remain a source of joy, connection, and adventure for everyone.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n By pledging to leave the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them, you’ll join a nationwide movement to build an inclusive trails community, engaged in advocacy and trail service. You will take action to care for beloved trails and outdoor spaces vital to people’s health and well-being across the country. Plus, you’ll be entered to win awesome outdoor gear prizes.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Submit the online pledge, and we’ll send you easy ways to take action on National Trails Day\u00ae and all year long. After National Trails Day\u00ae, everyone who takes the pledge will be entered to win the grand prize package of premium outdoor gear.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Here are easy ways to fulfill your #NationalTrailsDay pledge. Complete one task or really boost your trail cred by completing all of them in 2026:<\/p>\n Share how you’ll leave the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them. Tag your photos and stories with #NationalTrailsDay, and @AmericanHiking on social media.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Email NTD@AmericanHiking.org.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHost an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFind an Event\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n June 6, 2026 Any trail. Anywhere. Find an Event Near You! 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Easy Actions to Make a Difference<\/h2>\n
Commit to Trail Service in 2026<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Leave a trail better than you found it<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Speak Up*<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
Give a Gift<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
#RecreateResponsibly<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
2026 Gear Prize Package<\/h2>\n
Take the pledge for your chance of winning a gear prize package.<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\tNational Trails Day\u00ae Fundraising\t<\/h2>\n\t
Peer-to-peer fundraising can be an easy way for you to raise money from family and friends to support American Hiking Society.<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t
Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n
What does it mean to be a trail steward?<\/b><\/h4>\n
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Why should I take the pledge?<\/strong><\/h4>\n
How does the pledge work?<\/strong><\/h4>\n
I took the pledge! Now, what do I do?<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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How do I share what I did on National Trails Day\u00ae?<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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