Earl Shaffer

It Was the Best of Times; It Was the Worst of Times

It Was the Best of Times; It Was the Worst of Times

As planned I set out from Hanover after enjoying breakfast at Lou’s and hiked to Lincoln, NH.  I learned a few things hiking this section. Any hike leaving Hanover has...

Aug 6, 2018 : George Turner (Old Growth)
Review of Earl Shaffer’s “Walking With Spring”

Review of Earl Shaffer’s “Walking With Spring”

Shaffer’s book is memoir about his first AT thru-hike, not a detailed section-by-section description of the trail or a technical “how to” guide to thru-hiking the AT.

Nov 17, 2017 : John Edward Harris
16 Appalachian Trail Personalities You Need to Know About

16 Appalachian Trail Personalities You Need to Know About

There are a handful of Appalachian Trail personalities that everyone should be familiar with. This post provides you a list of 16 Appalachian Trail celebrities.

Mar 19, 2014 : The Editors