Membership


Give back to the trails and join the region’s largest volunteer service organization. With your support, PATC will continue to protect and preserve your favorite lands, including the Appalachian Trail and many other parks, lands, and trails throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. 


Membership Level Fee
Lifetime Individual $500 (one-time)
Lifetime Couple $750 (one-time)
Individual $40
Individual Senior (60+) $30
Couple $45
Couple Senior (60+) $35
Family (1-2 adults plus children under 18) $55
Youth (Under 18) $20
Group (Non-Profit/Youth Group/Club) $50
Business (1-25 employees) $250
Business (25+ employees) $500

   Give a Gift Membership to the outdoor lover in your life.

Become A Member

PATC Offers:


New Member Meetings: Join a zoom meeting  with the opportunity to ask questions and learn about our various volunteer opportunities in real time.

 

Free Monthly Newsletter: Receive the Potomac Appalachian newsletter which provides engaging content about PATC and the outdoors.


Members-Only Cabin Rentals: Book a stay in any of our rental cabins for a truly unique experience. Most of our cabins are available only to PATC members who are over 21 years of age. Members who volunteer get one-week early access for one cabin booking annually.

 

PATC Store 20% Discount for Members: Choose from our wide selection of renowned trail maps and guidebooks, and don't forget your PATC swag!

 

Classes + Events Discounts: Take part in one of our educational courses or events, including Backpacking 101, Leave No Trace, and Hike Leader Training. Attend our seasonal events, like the ever-popular PATC Women's Trail Summit. Members receive a discount on all classes + events.





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Learn how your donation will help to protect and preserve trails, educate the community, and give back to the next generation.

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