Plans are underway for the inaugural A.T. Vista 4-day weekend event to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Benton MacKaye's 1921 article,
“An Appalachian Trail: A Project in Regional Planning”
If you enjoyed previous Biennial programs, the new A.T. Vista will continue to provide an opportunity for people who cherish the Appalachian Trail to hike, attend workshops on topics of common interest, take excursions to points of interest in the region, attend evening entertainment programs, and connect with other kindred spirits.
Virtual A.T. Vista in 2021 - We will conduct local hikes along the Appalachian Trail and other nearby trail hikes in the 14 states. Online workshops and other activities will also be available
In-Person A.T. Vista in 2022 - Join all your hiking buddies in person at SUNY New Paltz in New York with hikes, workshops, excursions, and lots of fun!
“An Appalachian Trail: A Project in Regional Planning”
If you enjoyed previous Biennial programs, the new A.T. Vista will continue to provide an opportunity for people who cherish the Appalachian Trail to hike, attend workshops on topics of common interest, take excursions to points of interest in the region, attend evening entertainment programs, and connect with other kindred spirits.
Virtual A.T. Vista in 2021 - We will conduct local hikes along the Appalachian Trail and other nearby trail hikes in the 14 states. Online workshops and other activities will also be available
In-Person A.T. Vista in 2022 - Join all your hiking buddies in person at SUNY New Paltz in New York with hikes, workshops, excursions, and lots of fun!
The program will be a 4-day event with virtual experiences available August 6-9, 2021. A sample itinerary is below (details in process):
Friday, August 6 from 7-8PM: Welcome remarks, highlights of the virtual program, and online entertainment
Saturday, August 7 from 8AM to 5PM: Local hikes to be conducted along all of the states along the Appalachian Trail. Pictures and videos to be uploaded and shared and an activity to engage people throughout the day with various fun facts and things to do online
Sunday, August 8 and Monday, August 9 9AM to 4PM: Various workshop tracks
Friday, August 6 from 7-8PM: Welcome remarks, highlights of the virtual program, and online entertainment
Saturday, August 7 from 8AM to 5PM: Local hikes to be conducted along all of the states along the Appalachian Trail. Pictures and videos to be uploaded and shared and an activity to engage people throughout the day with various fun facts and things to do online
Sunday, August 8 and Monday, August 9 9AM to 4PM: Various workshop tracks
