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About Carolina Mountain Club

Carolina Mountain Club, established in 1923, is the oldest Hiking and Trail Maintaining organization in the South. Founded in 1923 Celebrating 100 years in 2023 Member-run organization. No paid staff Over 1000 members Lead over 200 hikes/year Maintain over 440 miles of trail including 150 miles of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail and 95 miles of the Appalachian Trail (CMC also maintains the 10 AT shelters included in this 95 mile section) Dr. Gaillard S. Tennent was the club’s first president. Tennent Mountain in Pisgah National Forest is named for him The Mission of the Carolina Mountain Club is to encourage and support hiking in the Western North Carolina Mountains We fulfill our mission by: – Leading hikes and welcoming all who are capable of participating – Building and maintaining trails, especially the sections of the Appalachian Trail and Mountains to Sea Trail for which we have accepted responsibility – Working with public and private partners to conserve our natural heritage. Diversity/Inclusion We aim to be an inclusive, equitable, diverse and kind community. At CMC we are united in our adventure by mutual trust, collective safety, respect for the natural world, and appreciation for our time together outdoors. We continually strive to provide a welcoming and respectful environment.

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