Hike the Hill Virtual Issue Briefings (incl. Appropriations, LWCF, Transportation, and Deferred Maintenance) – Virtual

Local/Virtual Hike the Hill® Participation- $40

Unable to attend in-person or prefer a virtual option? Local/Virtual registration is a great value that provides access to exclusive training and resources for local meetings and issue briefings from advocacy experts.

• Hike the Hill® Issue Briefings (Live and Recording Available)
• Training Session and Resources on Running an Effective Virtual or Local Meeting
• NEW Hike the Hill® Branded Advocacy Materials for Congressional Meetings (Talking Points, Fact Sheets, and Leave Behinds)
• No Group Meeting Participation is Available for Virtual Participants
• Individual registration is not shareable

Registration is non-refundable after February 13, 2026

In-person registration in Washington, DC is also available.

Click here to register

Monday, February 9 (All Times EST)

1pm Welcome Session

3:30pm Land and Water Conservation Fund Overview and Updates

Tuesday, February 10

2pm 2026 Congressional State of Play

4pm Understanding the Annual Appropriations Process and Funding for Trails

Wednesday, February 11

1pm Extending the National Parks and Public Lands Legacy Restoration Fund to Address the Maintenance Backlog- Key Advocacy Asks and Messaging

2:30pm How Transportation Legislation Impacts Trail Funding and Resources. Current Threats and Opportunities

4pm Trail Mix- Learn about priorities from leading trail organizations and how you can help amplify key asks to congress.