Harpers Ferry Hosts Open House on Appalachian Trail's Future
Appalachian Trail faces challenges, natural and man made, as it celebrates its centennial
West Virginia Press Association | Monday, April 28, 2025
As the Appalachian Trail celebrates its centennial, challenges from wildfires, particularly in Pennsylvania, and climate change loom large. During a recent open house in Harpers Ferry, Sandi Marra, CEO of the Appalachian Trail Conservancy, discussed these growing threats and the trail's future, highlighting the importance of community support and stewardship in maintaining this iconic path that draws visitors from nearby towns like Charles Town and Ranson.
