The Green Mountain Club was founded in 1910 with one goal: to build a long-distance hiking trail that spans the length of Vermont's mountains. The first of its kind, the Long Trail was built as a "footpath in the wilderness" for hikers to experience Vermont's natural beauty. The trail later served as the inspiration for the creation of the Appalachian Trail...
The Green Mountain Club and Long Trail System are located on land which is the traditional territory of Indigenous peoples including the Western Abenaki. This land has served as a site of meeting and exchange among Indigenous peoples for thousands of years. We recognize and respect them as the traditional stewards of these lands and waters, whose presence continues to enrich our community. We strive to respect and protect the lands within our use.