What's It All About?
2018 is the 50th anniversary of the passage of the "National Scenic Trails " Act signed into law by President Lyndon Johnson on October 2, 1968.  This act established the first two National Scenic Trails: the Appalachian Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail.  Happy Anniversary! Learn more at Trails50.org

How Do I Join In On The Celebration?

• The Appalachian Trail In Connecticut (CT-AT) is 51.6 miles in length.  Challenge yourself to hike 50 miles of the CT-AT during 2018 and qualify for a special CT 50 for the 50th award!
• The CT-AT is maintained and managed by many devoted volunteers.  Join in contributing 50 hours of Trail maintenance to the CT-AT during 2018!
• Reach out to help others enjoy the CT-AT by spreading the word about the AT and the National Scenic Trails Act by speaking to groups and interested organizations. Host a CT-AT 50 for the 50th event!
• Contribute $50 to help support efforts to maintain the CT-AT and the 50 for the 50th celebration!     

Or, Any Combination Of The Above!
Keep track of your 50 on the official log sheet available at www.ct-amc.org/50/CT50Log.pdf and complete your challenge no later than December 31, 2018.  Completed forms must be sent to  CT-AT 50 for the 50th, 39 Cumberland Road, West Hartford, CT 06119.  Monetary donations must be sent to AMC-CT Treasurer, attn: 50 for 50th, 32 Highland Ave., Redding, CT 06896.

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