We can always look to Nature for the best examples of resilience, accepting challenge, and adapting to changing circumstances. These lessons were well taken for our first AGC trip in the Covid-19 pandemic era -- Alpine Backpacking in the Snowy Mountains of Wyoming. Staff and guides prepared for this trip like no other in recent history, making a number of needed changes in the fluid situation with rapidly changing information, closures, and government recommendations. Our participants weighed their personal pros and cons of traveling now, and made their own preparations for a successful trip.

Choosing the right footwear to hike in can be overwhelming - there are so many options out there! We asked our guides about their preferences on boots or shoes, and even some brand recommendations.

Enjoy the camaraderie of other women on moderate mountain hikes. Soak in mineral hot springs. Explore the region’s rich heritage, art, and music. Enjoy the thrill of whitewater rafting on the French Broad River. Brimming with culture, adventure, and time to relax, this six-day tour of Western North Carolina is the perfect opportunity to try a new venture.

Are you eager to get out but want to ensure you can travel safely? Wyoming is the perfect place to get away and embrace the beauty of the rugged outdoors. If you’re looking for a way to explore the wild west in true cowgirl fashion while still having modern comforts like private bedrooms and home-cooked meals, join us near Laramie for a secluded ranch getaway. The best part of this getaway is the space and seclusion opportunities it affords. Every cowgirl gets her own bedroom, so it’s the perfect way to find solitude, even in a group setting. Luckily for us, we get the entire ranch to ourselves on this trip, so you’ll know your neighbors! Each cabin has two bedrooms and a shared bath.