A new trail system in Vermont highlights how new approaches to trail building are helping spur the growth of adaptive riding.
Written by Anneka Williams
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Anneka Williams
Anneka Williams is a writer and climate scientist originally from Vermont’s Mad River Valley. Anneka grew up roaming around New England’s trails and trying to keep up with the “big kids” on ski lines at Mad River. She has since pursued adventures and work all over the world, including the mountains of Chilean Patagonia, the Bhutanese Himalaya, the streets of Copenhagen, the trails of the French Alps, the Alaskan tundra, and the Andean paramo. When she’s not writing, Anneka can usually be found backcountry skiing, trail running, rock climbing, or snacking on chocolate-covered espresso beans somewhere in the mountains.
Expertise Topics: Skiing, hiking, trail running, backpacking, rock climbing
Years Expertise: 15+
Number of Products and Hours Tested: Hundreds
Education and Certifications
Education: MSc Climate Change, University of Copenhagen; BA Biology and Earth Science, Bowdoin College
Years of Writing: 2+
Certifications: Avalanche I, Mountain Safety Rescue, WFR, CPR, WFA
Other Publications: POWDER, Trail Runner, Outside Business Journal, SKI, Adventure.com, Dirtbag Diaries and more.
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Anneka Williams is a writer and climate scientist originally from Vermont’s Mad River Valley. Anneka grew up roaming around New England’s trails and trying to keep up with the “big kids” on ski lines at Mad River. She has since pursued adventures and work all over the world, including the mountains of Chilean Patagonia, the Bhutanese Himalaya, the streets of Copenhagen, the trails of the French Alps, the Alaskan tundra, and the Andean paramo. When she’s not writing, Anneka can usually be found backcountry skiing, trail running, rock climbing, or snacking on chocolate-covered espresso beans somewhere in the mountains.
Poles You’ll Never Need to Adjust: Folkrm Wyeast Backcountry Ski Pole Review
The lightweight yet durable design of the Folkrm Wyeast ski poles coupled with the long pole grips allows for creative and efficient uphill travel.
Written by Anneka Williams
