EVENTS
Spring Kick-off: Equinox Hike + Trailhead Tailgate
On March 21, Summits in Solidarity is hosting a hiking challenge in Franconia Notch, NH to kick off our Spring 2026 Hike-a-Thon, which aims to raise $50,000 for racial justice and outdoor access programs in New England.
At this event, participants will attempt to collectively hike 321 miles on trails in Franconia Notch between 12:00 am and 7:00 pm. Five sponsors will be donating $5 per mile for every mile participants log that day, up to 321 miles. If we make it to 321 miles, we will raise at least $8,000 during this event. If hikers and supporters throw in additional donations, we could make it to $10,000 on day one.
On Saturday June 6, 2026, the Notch Hostel in North Woodstock, NH, will host our annual celebration and potluck feast. Join us to meet the organizations we are fundraising for, socialize with other participants, volunteers, and board members, and enter to win awesome outdoor gear prizes from our special in-person only raffle. Then, kick back and enjoy a mini-film festival featuring BIPOC outdoor leaders.
Optional group hikes will take place during the day- Details will be posted here soon!
Because of limited space and high attendance, we’re not able to accommodate dogs (including overnight guest dogs) in the second floor common areas from 5-10pm. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
PAST EVENTS
On January 25th and March 1st 2025, the Notch Hostel hosted two Fireside Chats by guest speakers from the SiS board: Mardi Fuller and Kathy Chau Rohn.
In the first chat, Mardi led the audience in an interactive workshop. Ideas and thoughts were openly shared on the subject of deconstructing culture in order to better understand the outdoor community dynamics that negatively impact people from marginalized groups and how to take action going forward.
During Kathy's talk, she shared her experiences from over 5,000 miles of trekking—diving into the rewards, challenges, and lessons from peak bagging to long-distance backpacking. Her insights on inclusivity and language in outdoor spaces and the deeper meaning of every hike left us all inspired.
Before each talk guests and speakers enjoyed a potluck style meal together, and the following morning those who dared joined us in summiting Canon and Pemigewasset, respectively, the following morning.
Solidarity Nights at the Notch Hostel
The Notch Hostel hosts our annual special benefit during our spring season fundraiser. It’s a weekend of meeting the partner organizations, socializing with other participants, volunteers, and board members, and winning mega prizes from our in-person raffle.
Hey SiS friends! On February 4th and March 11th 2023, the Notch Hostel hosted two Fireside Chats focused on outdoor equity in the White Mountains and beyond.
The first chat gave perspectives from long-distance hikers of color, and the second explored two new programs in the White Mountains that increase outdoors accessibility.
Before each talk guests and speakers enjoyed a potluck style meal together, and the following morning the heartiest members of the group climbed one of our local 4,000-foot mountains for sunrise.
“Eat, Chat, Hike.”
These Fireside Chats are free and open to the public; donations to the speakers are encouraged. You can also attend virtually by joining our Instagram Live if you can’t make it in person.