Signature Trips: American Hiking Society

American Hiking Society gives you the chance get out and give back with other volunteers who share your passion for the outdoors. You'll have the time of your life while building new friendships, giving back to the environment, and making memories that will last a lifetime. And because American Hiking Society trips are so affordable ($275 each), the $5,000 grant can be used to fund you and several other people! Apply as a group with your kids, your community group, or a local hiking club.

You don't need any special skills or prior experience--just a willingness to get dirty and the desire to leave our nation's trails better than you found them. Volunteers will assist with the design and building of wilderness hiking trails under the leadership and guidance of trails professionals.

The $5,000 Travel for Good voluntourism grant can be used for any trip that supports the state of Washington or the state of Alaska. Plus, American Hiking Society has over 70 other trips available for purchase.

Washington Trail Work
$275
7 days

Discover the beauty of the Pacific Northwest! American Hiking offers seven different trips in Washington State to explore nature up-close and maintain historic hiking trails. The rich waters and relatively temperate climate host a wide variety of wildlife and provide stunning views of coastal islands, picturesque snow-capped mountains, beautiful alpine meadows, and even volcanoes.

Spend the week building and maintaining iconic hiking trails in some of the most untouched wilderness areas of the United States and enjoy whale watching, sea kayaking, and wilderness hiking in your free time.

Goals: In 2011, American Hiking hopes to build and maintain over 21 miles of hiking trails in the state of Washington through volunteer trail work.

Learn More: Click here for further details on this expedition and to see all applicable trips in Washington, upcoming trip dates, and more. Please note that you do not have to book this trip to apply for the $5,000 grant. Winners may book after receiving the award. You may use the grant for any trip from American Hiking Society that supports the state of Washington or the state of Alaska.

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