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Become a PATH member.

PATH is actively seeking new members to join us in maintaining the Appalachian Trail in Southwest Virginia. Whether you are a seasoned hiker, a veteran trail maintainer, or have never set foot on the trail and can't tell a Pulaski from a McCleod (two tools of the trade), we welcome you and can teach you what you need to know. Maybe you are looking for a way to give back to the trail after a thru-hike or just need a good excuse to spend more time in the mountains - we can help! Perhaps you need community service hours for school, or have recently retired and have some extra free time. Whatever your motivation, we encourage you to join PATH and see for yourself how much fun it is to be a part of maintaining the beloved Appalachian Trail.

Choose your membership

  • Student

    15$
    Every year
    Student membership for one year.
     

  • Individual

    20$
    Every year
    Individual membership for one year.
     

  • Family

    25$
    Every year
    Family membership for one year.
     

Membership plans renew automatically at the end of your membership year, and can be cancelled at any time. 

Benefits of Membership

  • The chance to give something back by helping to keep the Appalachian Trail in tip-top shape.

  • Free camping in National Forest campgrounds during volunteer weekends.

  • Tuition assistance for safety-related courses such as Wilderness First Aid, First Aid/CPR, and Chain Saw Certification.

  • Dozens of opportunities each year to get out to the mountains.

  • Keep informed of club activities through PATH-List, our e-mail discussion group.

  • The chance to meet, socialize, and work with like-minded people who care about the trail and the environment.

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