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2018 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Registration Now Open
Attention all aspiring 2018 thru-hikers—the Appalachian Trail Conservancy's (ATC's) form is now open to register your start date and location for next year's thru-hike. Register Here Registration
2018 PCT Permit Registration Opens November 1st
Planning to hike more than 500 miles on the Pacific Crest Trail in 2018? Then you'll need to register for a Long-Distance Permit page to familiarize yourself with the registration process....
Joe “Stringbean” McConaughy Smashes Self-Supported (and Supported) AT Record
On August 31 2017, Joe "Stringbean" McConaughy reached Katahdin after thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail in 45 days, 12 hours, and 10 minutes. If verified (which is looking likely), this record will
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Feral Pony Ruthlessly Kicks Thru-Hiker in Balls [Watch]
One of the many highlights of the Appalachian Trail is encountering the feral (commonly principles of Leave No Trace and to keep a distance from any wildlife. There are many reasons...
Hiking Groups Can Now Register For Campsites on the AT
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) recently released a campsite registration system: voluntary thru-hiker registration, AT CAMP aims to continue efforts to mitigate the effects of continued
National Park Week Free Days: April 15-16, 22-23
Each year, the Department of the Interior waives the national park entry fees on a selection of designated days. In celebration of the 2017 National Park Week, April 15, 16, 22,...
Submit to Our Weekly Photo Contest
Happy summe! From Springer Mountain to a post-holey hike in Wyoming, our readers are getting after it. We want to see the best photo from your weekly adventures, whether you're currently stomping
Hikers, Hostels, & Heroes: Spring Breakers in Trouble on Max Patch
The Hikers What was supposed to be a nice outing, in a warm place, far away from the bitter clutches of the Minnesota winter, turned out to be a struggle...
REI Dividends Are Out: Here’s How to Find Yours
It's that time of year again... when the gear nerds REI members get rewarded for their dollars spent at REI over the past year. In case you missed the memo, REI membership...
Grim Outlook for 2017 Lyme Disease Forecast in New England
According to a deer tick image Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Tips for Preventing Lyme Disease Make sure to do thorough tick checks morning and night, and after taking...