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How Much Does It Cost To Hike the Appalachian Trail?
Living in the woods for five to seven months might sound inexpensive, but gear replacements, resupply, permits, and town days can add up fast. Saving
272 Miles in Less Than 4 Days: William Peterson Sets New Long Trail FKT
On the morning of September 1, William "Sisyphus" Peterson reached the Vermont-Massachsetts border and set a new Fastest Known Time (FKT) on the
6 Gas Station Resupply Recipes for Thru-Hikers
Thru-hikers would love it if every resupply was at a fully stocked grocery store or outfitter, but that’s not always feasible. Options are often
Thru-Hiker Rescued on the Pacific Crest Trail
A Canadian PCT hiker was rescued from the trail on August 25 near Seiad Valley, California (mile 1657). The thru-hiker, who was not named, slipped
Man Survives Brown Bear Attack in Alaska
Tyler Johnson (32) was injured in a bear attack on Saturday, August 18, 2024. Johnson and his father Chris were on a hunting trip on the Kenai
The Best Deals for Backpackers from the REI Labor Day Sale
Just because summer backpacking season is coming to a close doesn't mean that it's time to stop thinking about gear. Did you wear something out this
Appalachian Trail Shelter in Tennessee Severely Damaged by Fire
An iconic Appalachian Trail Shelter in Tennessee has lost its roof in a fire, according to Boots Off Hostel and Campground. Laurel Fork Shelter (mm
How Much Experience Do You Need to Hike the Appalachian Trail?
You don’t need to have logged thousands of hours in the woods to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail. Many hikers setting out from Springer Mountain (or
Lyme Disease Vaccine Passes Stage Three Trials
A Lyme disease vaccine candidate developed by Pfizer and French pharmaceutical company Valneva SE could be available to the general public within two
Appalachian Trail Centennial Act Proposed in Congress
The Appalachian Trail Centennial Act, introduced in Congress this month by Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Thom Tillis (R-NC) and U.S. Representatives