The Pinhoti Experience Foundation is a non-profit organization that teaches outdoor education through in-person and electronic classrooms, school partnerships, and events, that focus on hiker safety and preparedness,
trail maintenance and sustainability, and
the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace.
The Foundation serves as an advocate for tourism and partnerships in the communities surrounding the Pinhoti Trail.

The award-winning Pinhoti Outdoor Center serves as your one stop shop for outdoor enthusiasts, offering top-notch amenities for hikers, runners, cyclists, kayakers, and nature lovers. Located near the scenic Pinhoti Trail, the center provides shuttles, planning services with expert advice, and comfortable accommodations, making it the perfect starting point for exploring Alabama’s natural beauty. Whether you're embarking on a Thru-hike or a short day hike, the Pinhoti Outdoor Center is your gateway to adventure.
Our mission is to get you outside!

The Pinhoti Pioneer Sponsor:

The Conservation Fund is in the business of protecting the land for all of us so nature and people can thrive together.
Our work focuses on four key areas: conserving land, ensuring working lands continue to provide environmental and economic benefits, helping communities across the nation thrive, and facilitating the clean energy economy that will power tomorrow and build climate resilience.

Broadway Spinal Care isn’t just a chiropractic clinic—it’s the heartbeat of a family that genuinely cares for their community. The owners are more than doctors; they’re neighbors, volunteers, and advocates for healthy living, animals and our community. While their clinic offers cutting-edge neck and back care the real magic happens in the way they show up for people every day. Whether they’re helping someone get back on their feet or supporting community events like Pinhoti Fest, their passion for wellness goes far beyond the treatment table.

Fiber Projects - Completed Right - From Start to Finish

Jolly Gear
Where fun meets functional

This shirt is a great piece of gear. Just like my shoes, quilts, or hammock. A comfortable shirt that just works well. The design is perfect ! From the zipper pocket, the hood, and the beloved thumbholes. - Homealone

This shirt has already been put through a lot of long dirty days on the trail but continues to perform. 10/10 would recommend! - Road Soda on the PCT

Established as a state agency in 1924, the mission of the Alabama Forestry Commission is three-fold: to Protect the Forests from all harmful agents; to Service and Help Landowners to carry out responsible forest management on their property, using professional technical assistance so as to benefit themselves, their land and society; and to Educate the General Public about the value of our forests in insuring both a healthy economy and environment.

The Switchback Sponsor

The Talladega County Volunteer Program (TCVP) is A non-profit organization working to improve the quality of life for the residents of Talladega County by providing small grants up to $1000 to non-profit organizations and community service groups that serve Talladega County.

The Alabama Trails Foundation works to develop Alabama’s potential as a nationally recognized trails destination. The Foundation partners with other non-profit organizations, state and federal agencies and local governments to catalyze significant destination trails to become premier recreation resources and economic engines for Alabama.