Nantahala Hiking Club is organized exclusively for charitable, educational, and scientific purposes, including maintenance on the Appalachian Trail corridor from the GA/NC state line to Nantahala Outdoor Center in Wesser, NC.
Our Board of Directors meets monthly (except for January and February) and is responsible for setting the direction of the club. All club members are encouraged to consider volunteering to serve on the board, which will deepen your understanding and appreciation for the work we do.
If you’d like to learn more about how you can join the Board of Directors, please email President Tim Lindler.
2025 Board Members
Vice President
Vacant
Secretary
Sandi Hawk
Email: [email protected]
Sandi also serves as a volunteer Hike Leader, Trail Ambassador, and will assume the role of Membership Coordinator in August 2025.
“NHC has always been so welcoming. I have learned, and continue to learn, so much about hiking our trails. I have made many great friends in the relatively short time I have been a member. I volunteer because it’s a way to give back and to help others. And it’s a great way to be more involved and stay aware of what is going on with the club, the ATC, and the community.” — Sandi
Membership Coordinator
Vacant
Regional Partnership Committee Representative
Bill Mandler
Email: [email protected]
Bill also writes and administers the club’s license plate grant. Bill’s service on the board will end in August 2025.
Member at Large
Karen Martin
Email: [email protected]
Karen serves as the club’s PumpkinFest Coordinator.
Member at Large
Kelly Motter
Email: [email protected]
Kelly serves as the club’s Trail Ambassador Coordinator.
Member at Large
Vacant
Franklin Appalachian Trail Community Committee Representative
Member at Large
Gail McDiarmid
Email: [email protected]
Gail serves as the club’s Event Coordinator (Chow Down, Summer Picnic, and Holiday Party)
Member at Large
Lisa Duff
Email: [email protected]
Lisa serves as the club’s Communications Coordinator, which includes oversight of the bi-monthly newsletter, website, club emails, and some social media. She’s also a train Trail Ambassador.
“I joined the club to make new hiking friends and learn more about our natural world from others. I joined the board after answering a plea from the previous newsletter editor and because I wanted to get more involved. I feel that sharing club information is an important part of keeping our members engaged and excited about our accomplishments.” — Lisa