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Article Library
More hut-to-hut hiking in USA? Part 1: Benefits
A 2015 discussion of the reasons people enjoy and the nation might benefit from development of hut systems in USA.
LandPaths: a hut system dedicated to land stewardship
Overview of early stage planning for a hut-to-hut trekking program by LandPaths, a land trust in Sonoma County, CA. Intersection of land trust goals and methods of land stewardship with hut-to-hut seems a promising approach.
Julie Judkin’s Comparison of Trail Communities on AT and Pennine Way
Julie Judkins summarizes her work on M.A. thesis at Duke University comparing methods of developing community on the Pennine Way in U.K. and Appalachian Trail. In particular she studies methods of promoting trail stewardship and the development of conservation advocates through the development of community on trail.
Huts for Vets & Tenth Mountain Division Huts
Using the Tenth Mountain Division Huts, Huts for Vets provides a powerful healing opportunity for combat veterans through a wilderness immersion experience and an opportunity for camaraderie with other vets. The program is based on research findings and practical experience in the: efficacy of different treatments for veterans suffering from PTSD, calming and healing power of wilderness therapy, benefits of physical activity in strengthening the mind-body connection, and benefits of thoughtful intellectual discussion.
