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Advice for Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail, From a 2013 Thru-Hiker

Advice for Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail, From a 2013 Thru-Hiker

It was January 2012 when I decided that I would attempt a thruhike of the Appalachian Trail. I had never been backpacking before, let alone hiked more than 8 miles...

Aug 3, 2014 : Michael Craigs
Wild: Hollywood Takes on the Trail

Wild: Hollywood Takes on the Trail

I'm not gonna lie, I read Wild, and yes, I liked it. I know. Opinions vary on any personal account of a hike that doesn't result in a total mile...

Jul 11, 2014 : Kori Feener
Thru-Hike Gear vs. Expedition Gear

Thru-Hike Gear vs. Expedition Gear

When I'm walking across a continent I prioritize ultralight gear. When I'm shooting for National Geographic Society in Central Asia, I prioritize durability and toughness. The two are often

Jun 9, 2014 : Andy Laub
How NOT to Hike the AT: 5 Questions Bill Bryson Should’ve Asked Himself First

How NOT to Hike the AT: 5 Questions Bill Bryson Should’ve Asked Himself First

A year ago, after I announced my intentions of hiking the entirety of the Appalachian Trail, about twenty people recommended that I read Bill Bryson’s book A Walk in the...

Jan 24, 2014 : Mariposa