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%!
Hoeferlin Library
A Members-Only 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.
