This project will engage volunteers and partners in preserving and protecting natural and cultural resources along the appalachian national scenic trail (appa) through the completion of cyclic…

The National Park Service (NPS) awarded $904,873 to the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) under the National Trails System Projects program (CFDA 15.935) on June 23, 2025, to preserve and protect natural and cultural resources along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail (APPA). The ATC will deliver cyclic maintenance services through volunteer and partner engagement, with performance goals including maintenance of 112.5 miles of exterior boundary corridor, 2,054 miles of treadway, and 472 acres of maintained landscapes. These activities ensure continued visitor access and safety along the 2,190-mile trail spanning 14 states.

The cooperative agreement extends through December 31, 2028, and represents a continuation of the ATC's established role as a key cooperative management entity supporting the NPS. The award supports the organization's proven capacity to coordinate trail maintenance, volunteer management, infrastructure rehabilitation, and conservation efforts through partnerships with trail clubs and youth conservation organizations. The project aligns with the National Trails System Projects program's emphasis on volunteer involvement and resource preservation across the National Trails System.

This project will engage volunteers and partners in preserving and protecting natural and cultural resources along the appalachian national scenic trail (appa) through the completion of cyclic maintenance projects, ensuring continued visitor access and safety. Performance goals include maintenance of 112.5 miles of exterior boundary corridor, 2,054 miles of treadway, and 472 acres of maintained landscapes.