Mountaineers Books has become the exclusive distributor of books and maps published by the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC).
Founded in 1925, the ATC is a nonprofit with headquarters in Harpers Ferry, W.Va., and a mission of protecting and managing the Appalachian Trail and surrounding 250,000 acres of public lands in cooperation with an array of federal, state, and local agencies. The ATC has published guidebooks, maps, and other materials related to the Appalachian Trail for nearly 90 years, handling its own fulfillment from the start and expanding its network since the 1970s, until the operation outgrew its resources and program priorities.
ATC president and CEO Sandra Marra commented: "Partnerships have always been the lifeblood of the Conservancy and its work, from volunteer-centered clubs of all sizes to large national conservation organizations to Cabinet-level federal agencies. We look forward to a long and enduring partnership with the Mountaineers as we evolve the model for our publishing and sales programs."
Tom Helleberg, publisher of Mountaineers Books, said that the ATC and the Mountaineers are "kindred organizations with common missions and a shared understanding of how a robust publishing program can bring new audiences to the outdoors. The ATC's authoritative guides to the country's iconic long trail are a natural fit alongside Mountaineers Books titles in our sales and distribution channels."
Mountaineers Books's other distribution clients include Green Trails Maps, Colorado Mountain Club, Adventure Cycling Association, and American Alpine Club.