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Lessons for embarking on your first thru-hike from an ’80s rock band (???)
Author's note: This blog post builds off of some wacky thoughts I had in southern Vermont on Day 44 of my 2022 AT Flip-Flop hike. At the time I
AT Complete! Here’s My Gear List
Hi everyone -- This is one blog post I'd wanted to publish for a while, but never had the time while I was on trail! I hope that it proves helpful
AT Days 159-160: Mission Accomplished!
After 160 days of memories, I'd summit Georgia's Springer Mountain to fulfill my lifelong dream of completing the Appalachian Trail. I've had so
AT Days 156-158: Georgia brings wildlife, rocky peaks
These three trail days offered up some intriguing Georgia peaks and wildlife encounters on the AT. Here are the daily details: Day 156 - Stealth
AT Days 152-155: Franklin, NC and on to Georgia!
I’d really enjoy my two days of resupply and recharge in Franklin, North Carolina. When I continued south, I’d cross quickly into the final AT state
AT Days 148-151: Fontana Dam and points south
I’d depart Great Smoky National Park on Day 148, but still be treated to some great scenery and terrain in North Carolina. Here are the daily
AT Days 144-147: Gatlinburg and Clingman’s Dome
After a resupply visit to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, a huge change in the weather led to enjoyable days in Great Smoky National Park. Here are the daily
AT Days 140-143: Max Patch and the Great Smokies
I’d visit a couple of the AT’s premier attractions during this four day stretch on the Tennessee/North Carolina border. Here are the daily
AT Days 136-139: Erwin, TN to Hot Springs, NC
Fresh off of a zero day in Erwin, Tennessee I’d put in four solid hiking days to reach my next resupply point in Hot Springs, North Carolina. Here
AT Days 132-135: The Roan Highlands Shine!
The AT straddles the state line between Tennessee and North Carolina in a high elevation section with open views. Roan Highlands would be the