February 2026

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Welcome to the Potomac Appalachian newsletter! We hope you enjoy our new digital format. Keep scrolling for all of your favorite articles.

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President's Logbook

By Jim Fetig • January 29, 2026
President's Logbook By Jim Fetig

Buzzard Rock to Veach Gap Trail

By Josh Silverman • January 29, 2026
Buzzard Rock to Veach Gap Trail By Josh Silverman  Photos: Views Along Buzzard Rock by Annetta DePompa and Tim Muzzio

What’s that Flower?

By Richard Stromberg • January 29, 2026
What’s that Flower? Article and Photos by Richard Stromberg

A First Day Tradition

By James Fye • January 28, 2026
A First Day Tradition By James Fye

Learning the Avenza Maps App in the Classroom and on the Trail

By Jeff Monroe • January 28, 2026
Learning the Avenza Maps App in the Classroom and on the Trail Article by Jeff Monroe, photos by Marit Anderson

PATC Joins Paris Mountain Alliance to Oppose Commercial Development Near AT

By Lowell Smith with Laura Greenleaf • January 28, 2026
PATC Joins Paris Mountain Alliance to Oppose Commercial Development Near AT By Lowell Smith with Laura Greenleaf

Park Service Issues RFP for Redevelopment of Rock Creek Tennis Center

By Alan Kahan • January 28, 2026
Park Service Issues RFP for Redevelopment of Rock Creek Tennis Center By Alan Kahan

"What on Earth?"

By Raymond Barbehenn • January 28, 2026
"What on Earth?" Article and Photo by Raymond Barbehenn

Keep Calm and Read On: The Last Ranger

By Wayne Limberg • January 28, 2026
Keep Calm and Read On: The Last Ranger By Wayne Limberg

🔥 Back in Stock: Our Best-Selling Fleece Jacket! 🔥


PATC Logo Fleece Jacket from Small to XLarge — the fan-favorite fleece jacket is finally back!
Perfect for cozy layering, chilly days, and effortless style. Don’t wait — these sold out fast last year, and they won’t last long this time either!


👉 Grab yours while they’re here! Free shipping ends soon.


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Check out our latest list of volunteer opportunities. These include hands-on, dirt-under-your-nails trail work, to working behind a screen from the comfort of your home. No matter what your skill set is, we'd love to have you join our team of incredible volunteers.