New York-New Jersey Trail Conference

10/09/2026

Join us and our friends at Ramsey Outdoor Stores on Thursday, October 22, at 6 PM for Pint Night! 👉
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/seminar-pint-night-live-music-foliage-footsteps-tickets-2002751105469

10/07/2026

Our Annual Silent Auction is live! Every bid helps support the Trail Conference's vital mission to maintain and protect trails across the Northeast. ✨

Discover exciting items and experiences, from relaxing getaways at premier resorts and guided wilderness adventures to outdoor gear, fine art, and more. It’s a chance to treat yourself or find something special for someone you love, all while giving back to the wild places that inspire us.

⏰ The auction closes Thursday, October 8th at 8:30 PM ET, so don’t wait to bid.

Happy bidding—and thank you for supporting the trail lands you love!

👉 Bid now:
https://www.32auctions.com/organizations/46100/auctions/206866

10/06/2026

Ever wonder what it takes to build and maintain a great trail? 🥾

Join Trail Conference staff for a hands-on workshop on the fundamentals of trail maintenance while helping bring a brand-new 3.5-mile loop trail to life!

Through outdoor instruction, you'll gain practical experience caring for trails and make a lasting impact on the public lands we all enjoy.

Introduction to Trail Maintenance Workshop
🗓️ Sunday, October 25, 2026
📍 Old Indian Spring Road | Byram Township, NJ
🕙 10 AM – 2 PM

🔗 This event is free, but space is limited. Reserve your spot today! 👉 bit.ly/TrailMaintenance101

Explore upcoming Trail Conference workshops, trail crew workdays, guided hikes, stewardship events, and volunteer opportunities across New York and New Jersey.

09/29/2026

Our new Learning Pavilion is now open! 🎉🌲

Earlier this month, we gathered with conservation partners, donors, and friends to celebrate the grand opening of our Learning Pavilion at the Welch Trail Education Center in Harriman State Park.

Years in the making, the Learning Pavilion is a welcoming new home for hands-on outdoor education, Conservation Corps training, public programs, workshops, and community gatherings, all set within Harriman State Park’s inspiring natural landscape.

An incredible community of supporters, volunteers, and partners made this milestone possible by believing in the vision and helping make it a reality.

Since 1920, the Trail Conference has connected people with nature. Our new Learning Pavilion carries this mission forward, bringing people together to deepen their connection to the outdoors and care for the trails and landscapes we all love.

Thank you to everyone who helped us reach this moment. We can’t wait to see what takes shape here.

📸 by Jeremy Apgar

09/16/2026

Adventure awaits! 🗺️

Our fully revised Delaware Water Gap & Kittatinny Trails four-map set has arrived and is ready for the trail ahead—printed in vibrant color on durable, waterproof Tyvek.

Covering 325+ miles of marked pathways across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York, our new and improved maps include the latest trail updates in places like Stokes State Forest, High Point State Park, and Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, plus must-see viewpoints along the Appalachian Trail.

Plan ahead, stay on course, and always pack your map.

Grab your copy today! 👉 bit.ly/DelawareWaterGapMaps

09/08/2026

Meet the stewards making a difference on the trail! 🌄

From May through October, our Catskill Summit Stewards are stationed at high-use summits and viewpoints across the Catskill Forest Preserve, including Slide, Wittenberg, Cornell, Giant Ledge, North Point, the Blackhead Range, and Windham High Peak. They provide on-the-ground outreach, educate visitors about the unique ecology of the Catskill high peaks, and serve as trusted trail resources, engaging hikers in meaningful conversations about Leave No Trace principles and responsible recreation.

The team recently shared their 2026 mid-season report, highlighting the extraordinary impact they've already made:

📊 5,527 total hikers encountered so far
🤝 2,200 hikers educated or assisted
🎒 156 hikers directed to other park destinations
🔥 39 unauthorized fire rings removed
🚮 102 bags of litter carried out
🆘 6 lost or injured hikers helped

Guided by a passion for conservation and a love of Catskills history and ecology, Summit Stewards help hikers enjoy their adventures while protecting these mountains, one friendly interaction at a time. 💚

If you see the team out on the trail this season, be sure to say hello!

Interested in learning more? Read all about how our Trail and Summit Stewards protect the land you love in the latest issue of Trail Walker! 👉 bit.ly/TWSummer2026

08/31/2026

Give back to the land you love and join our volunteer community as a Trail Supervisor! 🌲🥾

We're seeking dedicated volunteers to strengthen our trail network as Trail Supervisors.

Trail Supervisors are the boots-on-the-ground leaders who keep our pathways safe, well-maintained, and enjoyable for all. They empower teams of Trail Maintainers, stay connected with Trail Conference staff and fellow volunteers, monitor trail conditions, and ensure stewardship work is carried out across their assigned region.

We currently have openings throughout the Catskills, including trail segments within the Slide Mountain Wilderness, Kaaterskill Wild Forest, and more. If you're passionate about the outdoors and looking for a rewarding way to give back, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact!

Learn more 👉 nynjtc.org/position-trail-supervisor
Photos from the trail of our extraordinary volunteers:
📸 #1: Trail Supervisor Clint Sikes leads the Catskills Trail Crew on a recent work trip (courtesy of Clint Sikes)
📸 #2: Volunteers with the Catskills Lean-to Crew help at the Long Pond Shelter (courtesy of Eric Friedman)
📸 #3: Volunteers with the Catskills Lean-to Crew help at the Baldwin Shelter (courtesy of Eric Friedman)
📸 #4: A gorgeous view (courtesy of Clint Sikes)