Conservation

Committee Members

Updated January 29, 2026

Conservation Committee Chair and FMI: Landon Fake, Conservation Chair

AMC Conservation Action Network:

Join AMC’s Conservation Action Network (CAN) and receive the news by email. Created to encourage and facilitate conservation activism.

Climate Change

AMC Suggestions on Climate Change

Helpful Articles on Climate Change

For objective information on climate change, see:

Questions AMC recommends we ask political candidates about climate change:

  • The science is clear: climate change is happening and humans are contributing to it. Do you believe that we are experiencing a period of human induced climate change?
  • Will you reject the manufactured “debate” and speak out in support of climate science?
  • Will you support limits on greenhouse gas emissions? If yes, will you support the reduction recommended by scientists of 80% below 1990 levels by 2050?
  • Will you protect EPA’s ability to enforce their legal mandate to protect clean air and regulate greenhouse gas emissions?
  • What would you do to increase energy conservation and efficiency in the country (or state)?

News

November 2, 2025

Celebrate 150 Years of Adventure with AMC’s 150th Relay!

Since 1876, the Appalachian Mountain Club has connected people to the outdoors through recreation, education, and conservation. In 2026, we […]

June 9, 2023

Requirements to become an AMC Trip Leader

Requirements for Candidates with no prior outdoor leadership experience: Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older Maintain current […]

March 28, 2026

Build Your Trail Skills — Join AMC’s 2026 Trail Skills College

Are you interested in building your trail skills, gaining hands-on experience, and taking the next step toward becoming a trail […]

February 15, 2026

Apply Now! 2026 Peter Roderick Trail Scholarship

Learn Trail Maintenance in the AMC Maine Woods Application Deadline: Wednesday, April 15, 2026 — 12:00 PM Description The Maine […]

January 30, 2026

Gear Shouldn’t Be a Barrier

AMC Maine leaders recently met with Maine Gear Share, a new Maine-based nonprofit that helps people get outside by making […]

December 18, 2025

2026 Trail Skills College — Save the Date

The Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) and White Mountain National Forest (USFS–WMNF) will host the 5th Annual Trail Skills College at […]