how the appalachian trail works

How the AT Works: Volunteering Safely

How the AT Works: Volunteering Safely

“Aren’t you worried about getting hurt out there?” “What if you break your leg, and lie there for days before anyone finds you?” I hear that a fair amount when...

Aug 3, 2015 : Cosmo
How the Appalachian Trail Works: River Crossings

How the Appalachian Trail Works: River Crossings

Pochuck Swamp, New Jersey; Great Swamp, NY; Clarendon Gorge, VT; James River, VA. Maine. One of these things is not like the other. Big Branch. Photo, portlandbolt.com If you’ve hiked...

May 27, 2015 : Cosmo
How the AT Works: What DOES a Maintainer Do?

How the AT Works: What DOES a Maintainer Do?

Everyone knows they “keep the trail open”. But in the deep woods ‘open’ might mean something completely different than a hillside in southern New England densely packed with mountain laurel....

Mar 31, 2015 : Cosmo
How the Appalachian Trail Works: Finding the Perfect Spot

How the Appalachian Trail Works: Finding the Perfect Spot

Can it be found? The Ideal AT Overnight Site? A lot goes into the creation of campsites on the Trail. We all have places we remember long after the hike...

Mar 12, 2015 : Cosmo
How the AT Works: What Happens AFTER You Poop in the Woods

How the AT Works: What Happens AFTER You Poop in the Woods

There’s plenty of information out there about the process of getting what’s inside to the outside--but what happens after you've done your business?

Feb 8, 2015 : Cosmo
How the Appalachian Trail Works

How the Appalachian Trail Works

We call it a "simple footpath"--but as they say, "It's complicated". Just what is the Appalachian Trail? What makes it special?

Jan 8, 2015 : Cosmo