On The Trail: The Finger Lakes Trail Conference
11/23/21 • 51 min
Christy Post of the Finger Lakes Trail Conference shares how the FLTC supports the growth, maintenance and organization of New York State's Finger Lakes Trail. We go over trail basics, trail events, volunteer and member opportunities and some of the reasons you should explore the Finger Lakes Trail.
The Finger Lakes Trail System includes the main Finger Lakes Trail (FLT) from the Pennsylvania-New York border in Allegany State Park to the Long Path and the summit of Slide Mountainin the Catskill Forest Preserve. The main FLT is 580 miles long. There are six branch trails and 29 loop trails and spur trails that extend from the main FLT. These branch, loop and spur trails currently total 412 miles. Including the Main Trail and all branch, loop, and side trails, the Finger Lakes Trail System offers 1,000 miles of hiking.
The Finger Lakes Trail Conference, Inc. (FLTC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization comprised of dues paying members and governed by a Board of Managers duly elected by its membership in accordance with its written Bylaws.
Mission – The mission of the FLTC is “... to build, protect, enhance, and promote a continuous footpath across New York State for the enjoyment and health of residents and visitors. Forever!” The FLTC was founded in 1962. It works in cooperation with its members and various organizations to develop and maintain a premier hiking trail system in New York.
Membership – More than 1,400 individual and family memberships currently support the FLTC through annual dues ranging from $15 to $60 and through donations. Approximately one fourth of these members actively volunteer to operate the organization and its programs, and to build and maintain the trail system.
You can join the FLTC, renew your membership, and make a donation here.
Connect with/Learn about the Finger Lakes Trail Conference:
Instagram: @fingerlakestrail
About the Trail: Finger Lakes Trail
Trail Maps: Interactive Trail Maps
Facebook: Finger Lakes Trail Conference
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Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
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Email: [email protected]
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Christy Post of the Finger Lakes Trail Conference shares how the FLTC supports the growth, maintenance and organization of New York State's Finger Lakes Trail. We go over trail basics, trail events, volunteer and member opportunities and some of the reasons you should explore the Finger Lakes Trail.
The Finger Lakes Trail System includes the main Finger Lakes Trail (FLT) from the Pennsylvania-New York border in Allegany State Park to the Long Path and the summit of Slide Mountainin the Catskill Forest Preserve. The main FLT is 580 miles long. There are six branch trails and 29 loop trails and spur trails that extend from the main FLT. These branch, loop and spur trails currently total 412 miles. Including the Main Trail and all branch, loop, and side trails, the Finger Lakes Trail System offers 1,000 miles of hiking.
The Finger Lakes Trail Conference, Inc. (FLTC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization comprised of dues paying members and governed by a Board of Managers duly elected by its membership in accordance with its written Bylaws.
Mission – The mission of the FLTC is “... to build, protect, enhance, and promote a continuous footpath across New York State for the enjoyment and health of residents and visitors. Forever!” The FLTC was founded in 1962. It works in cooperation with its members and various organizations to develop and maintain a premier hiking trail system in New York.
Membership – More than 1,400 individual and family memberships currently support the FLTC through annual dues ranging from $15 to $60 and through donations. Approximately one fourth of these members actively volunteer to operate the organization and its programs, and to build and maintain the trail system.
You can join the FLTC, renew your membership, and make a donation here.
Connect with/Learn about the Finger Lakes Trail Conference:
Instagram: @fingerlakestrail
About the Trail: Finger Lakes Trail
Trail Maps: Interactive Trail Maps
Facebook: Finger Lakes Trail Conference
Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: [email protected]
Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: [email protected]
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Michigan Shore-to-Shore Trail Thru Hike with Jeffy and Bridget Geer
Jeffy and Bridget Geer share their thru hike of Michigan's Shore to Shore Trail.
The Michigan Shore-to-Shore Trail (also known as the Michigan Riding and Hiking Trail) is a 220-mile-long (350 km) trail that runs between Empire on Lake Michigan and Oscoda on Lake Huron across the Lower Peninsula of Michigan. It is open to horseback riders and hikers but not bicycles.
The trail's western end is located within the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The trail, going from west to east, travels through the Boardman River valley and follows the Au Sable River for about 50 miles (80 km). The trail was developed by trail riders in 1962 and travels through mixed hardwood and conifer forests. Public campgrounds are located throughout the route. (taken from Wikipedia)
More Trail Info:
Huron-Manistee National Forest page
Michigan Trail Riders Association Maps
Connect with Jeffy and Bridget:
Instagram: @roguefoot
Facebook: Rogue Foot
Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: [email protected]
Connect with Hike:
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Next Episode
Section Hiking the Finger Lakes Trail with Amy and Dan Lopata
Amy and Dan Lopata section hiked the Finger Lakes Trail over 2020 and 2021. With over 60 different hikes, they traversed the trail from West to East from the Allegheny Mountains to the Catskills.
In this episode, they share:
- Things learned along the way
- Transformation to lighter gear
- Unique perspective coming from trail running to hiking
- Challenges of hiking this trail
- Highlights of the FLT
- Sections they recommend
- Tips for new hikers to the trail
- Tips for being a good hiker and advocate for the land
Listen to Christy Post give an overview of the Finger Lakes Trail in Season 5, episode 11
Connect Amy and Dan Lopata
Instagram: @amylopata
Facebook Group for Hiking Posts: Finger Lakes Trail Hikers & Friends
Connect with/Learn about the Finger Lakes Trail Conference:
Instagram: @fingerlakestrail
About the Trail: Finger Lakes Trail
Trail Maps: Interactive Trail Maps
Facebook: Finger Lakes Trail Conference
Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: [email protected]
Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: [email protected]
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