Appalachian Long Distance Hikers Association -ALDHA

2020 Board of Directors Election

will be held online.

Click the link above for more details!

Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic, the 2020 Gathering has been Canceled.

For more details check out the Summer Newsletter

What is ALDHA?

An off-trail family of hikers, dreamers, and friends of the trail, working to preserve, protect, and promote the long-distance hiking experience.

*Link to the Appalachian Trail Conservancy's guidelines concerning the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic*

Mission Statement

The fourfold purpose of the Appalachian Long Distance Hikers Association is to:

Represent and promote the welfare of the Appalachian long distance hiking community;

Provide service in a cooperative spirit with other Appalachian hiking organizations;

Provide education on the use and preservation of Appalachian long distance trails;

And provide opportunities for interaction and camaraderie within the Appalachian long distance hiking community.

Become a member in ALDHA, download the Companion!

Help the Appalachian Long Distance Hikers Association continue its many trail programs, and become a member today!

It's only $10 per year for a family, or individual.

Join us

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