Purpose of GATC
The purpose of this organization shall be:
- to provide for the protection, management, and maintenance
of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, associated side trails, and
designated trails primarily within the state of Georgia;
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to bring together persons interested in hiking and camping
and to conduct outings for their recreation and enjoyment;
- to foster in its members and in the general public an
appreciation of the outdoors; to teach and encourage public observation of
conservation ethics;
- to collect and publish information concerning regions of
interests to hikers in Georgia; to encourage the preservation of wilderness
areas; to provide such advice and assistance as may be requested by the
Appalachian Trail Conference, Inc.; and
- to encourage and assist the national and state governments in preservation and conservation of our forest and natural resources.
For more information, please go to the GATC Bylaws.