Trail Community & Events
Adventure is better when shared.
More Than Miles
The best trails connect more than destinations.
They connect people.
Whether you're looking for hiking partners, volunteer opportunities, outdoor events, or simply a community that shares your love of the White Mountains, you're in the right place.
Trail Notes
Trail conditions, stories, stewardship updates, and community news from across the White Mountains.
Photo Contest Winners & 2027 Calendar
The 12 winning photographs from the White Mountain Trails Photo Contest are featured in our 2027 calendar. Calendars are $25, with $5 shipping per 2 ordered; local delivery or pickup is encouraged. Proceeds help Alpine Trail Stewards provide tools and supplies to keep trails safe and accessible for all.
2026 Fall Trails Celebration
Good Times for a Good Cause
The Fourth Annual Fall Trails Celebration was a lot of fun and a huge success. It was wonderful to see 50 or so members of the trail community come together for a good cause.
Big Mike’s Hatch green chili stew was savory and hit the spot, especially with warm, straight-from-the-oven homemade cornbread. Home-baked goodies rounded out the snacks, and we enjoyed an evening of trail stories, video, and good company. The Alpine Trail Stewards crew was celebrated with some fun goodies, and we cheered on the winners of the trail trivia contest.
A big thank-you to everyone who helped make the evening special. The businesses, organizations, and individuals who gave generously donating their time, encouragement, silent auction items, photo entries, and calendar sponsorships - we’re grateful for every contribution.
Our work means a lot to us and we're so happy it means a lot to you as well. Here is a small video presentation of Our Trails & Our Story as a small token of our appreciation:
📅 November on the Trail
🪓Tuesday, November 10 | Tools & Techniques Training
10 a.m.–noon | Alpine Forest Service Saw Barn
Join us for a hands-on session on choosing the right tool, checking it for safe use, and keeping it in good working order. We’ll also review saw technique and communication in the field. All experience levels are welcome.
🪚Tuesday, November 17 | Foote Creek Trail Volunteer Opportunity |
8 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
We'll be removing downed trees and brushing back overgrowth along approx. 4 miles of trail.
🪚Toboggan Hill - Williams Valley Volunteer Opportunity
November 28 | 8 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
We'll be removing downed trees and brushing back overgrowth along approx. 4 miles of trail.
Community Spotlight
This month, our Community Spotlight shines on a growing group of local businesses, organizations and individuals helping make the 2026 Fall Trails Celebration possible.
Trail stewardship reaches far beyond the volunteers carrying saws and tools. It also depends on community members who contribute their time, talents, resources and encouragement to support the work.
With gratitude to:
- Back Country Horsemen of the White Mountains
- Bear Wallow Café
- Bush Valley Craft Club
- Mullins Blissful Photography
- Ogle Saddlery
- The Tackle Shop
- Mark & Deb Fink
- Cowboy Up
- Linda Attarian
- Greer Trail Stewards
- Carol Gruber, Realtor
- Nutrioso Community Association
- Keven Willey & Georges Badoux
- Sheila Campbell
- Big Mike
- Alpine Fire Department
Together, these neighbors are helping turn the Fall Trails Celebration into a true community gathering while strengthening the network of people who care for trails throughout the White Mountains.
Would you like to join them? There’s still time to donate, you can support our volunteers and help purchase much-needed trail equipment by "buying the crew a burger."
Thank you for showing up for our trails.