The first of Maine IAT’s Sponsored Hikes is just one month away!
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US / Canada Border Update
A recent article in the Bangor Daily News reports that, at current vaccination rates, the New Brunswick/Maine border could be opened by July 1st.
Continue readingPioneers – Alexander von Humboldt
Thomas Jefferson described Alexander von Humboldt as “the most scientific man of the age.” He’s our IAT Geologic Pioneer of the month.
Continue readingBorders and Blowdowns
As the spring and summer hiking season gets underway here in Maine, we’ve been receiving a lot of requests for information on the status of the Maine / New Brunswick border and the trail conditions on the Maine IAT. Here’s the latest.
Continue readingMaine IAT 27th Annual Meeting – May 6th
The Maine IAT will hold its 27th Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 6, 4:00 to 6:00 pm.
Continue readingIt’s Earth Day and the 27th Anniversary of the IAT
On Earth Day, 27 years ago, Dick Anderson announced to the world his idea of “Thinking Beyond Borders” and developing an International Appalachian Trail. A lot has happened since then!
Continue readingIt’s Maine IAT Membership Time!
The Maine IAT Annual Meeting is just a few weeks away and that means it’s time to renew you Maine IAT membership or become a member for the first time.
Continue readingA Visit With Nimblewill
Nick and Paula Pancoast, Dick Anderson’s stepson and daughter-in-law, are currently driving across the US. Their first stop was near Flagg Mountain, Alabama, so they took the opportunity to have a visit with Nimblewill Nomad.
Continue readingMount Chase
Mount Chase is one of those spots that, while not quite located on the IAT, are definitely worth a visit.
Continue readingLooking Back on the IAT
Maine IAT President, Don Hudson recalls an early visit to what eventually became the IAT.
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