Our Mission

Square ledge from Mt Hedgehog The objectives of the WODC are set forth in the Articles Of Agreement:

"...for provision and care of paths, trails and other facilities for persons visiting the White Mountain National Forest and other mountain and forest lands; regarding these lands, to promote their conservation and the enforcement of the laws regarding their conservation and use, to promote communication between their owners and the public on these issues, and to promote discussion and education on all these matters..."

The WODC actively pursues these goals through many activities including:

	Maintenance of 52 miles of hiking trails
	Restoration and reconstruction of deteriorated trails
	Teaching and advocating Wilderness trail maintenance skills
	Assisting private landowners that host local hiking trails
	Publication of the WODC Newsletter
	Publication of the Map and Guide to the Sandwich Range Wilderness
	Publication of educational materials regarding low-impact practices
	Hosting presentations on topics concerning the local area and the WMNF
	Actively participating in the planning and management of the WMNF
	Maintaining a library of cultural and historic information