If you are a beginner interested in hiking there is no better way to start than to join a club. Not only will you learn from other peoples experience but you will learn about the best sites locally and you will meet people who would share several tips you wouldnt know otherwise. You may also develop new hiking companions. This is particularly useful for a person new in town or stay at home moms.
Selecting a hiking club is a personal decision because they all have their individual traits. Some hiking groups are casual and laidback others are more adventurous and aggressive. Some may cater to older members while others may be for the youth. Look around to see which fits you best. Below is a listing of a few clubs around the United Staes.
Alabama Hiking Trails Society
Located around Mobile to Huntsville, it is dedicated to protecting, promoting, developing, and maintaining a state wide hiking trail system. One bonus of joining this hiking club is that every activity you participate in is covered in the group liability insurance policy.
Fairbanks (Alaska) Area Hiking Club
This club is for Alaska residents. The members ski, snowshoe, and walk...