Become an annual member of the Earl Shaffer Foundation!
 
Earl Shaffer valued nature and the environment, as evidenced both in his writings and hiking accomplishments. The Foundation is committed to preserving for the world Earl’s writing, music, poetry, and storytelling.
 
By becoming a member you are supporting the mission and purpose of the Foundation.
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Membership benefits include:
 
Member discounts on Earl Shaffer Foundation publications and materials
Opportunity to become directly involved with future publication projects
Represent the Foundation at Trail Events
Help preserve a part of the history of the Appalachian Trail 
Network with friends and acquaintances in the hiking community