Hi, I'm Sheraya, otherwise known as Sunshine! I completed a flip-flop thru-hike of the AT in 2024. As I'm dreaming of and saving up for the next big adventure, I'm thrilled to do some reminiscing and pass along helpful info to other hikers by writing for The Trek. See you on the trail!
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Exactly 100 Years Ago, an Act of Congress Transformed the American Hiking Experience
Ask anyone who's thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail about their experiences in Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Shenandoah National Park — or in
7 Facts About the History of the Appalachian Trail You Probably Didn’t Know
Did you know the Appalachian Trail Conservancy turns 100 this year? In celebration of this historic milestone, I've compiled a list of often-unknown
Trailside History: 8 Fascinating Historical Sites Right off the Appalachian Trail
The Appalachian Trail in and of itself is historical. In fact, the Appalachian Trail Conservancy is celebrating its 100th birthday this year. But did
7 Delicious Knorr Side Dinner Ideas You Need To Try, According to an AT Thru-Hiker
POV: You're planning a thru-hike, but you quickly realize you don't have the budget to drop $10 - $20 on a freeze-dried meal every night. The idea of
A Thru-Hiker Reveals Their Favorite Secret (and Not-So-Secret) Spots on the Appalachian Trail
What's a thru-hiker to do when the honeymoon phase starts to wear off and the monotony of the trail begins creeping in? Something that helped ease




