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I've just started blogging for Appalachian Trials, first post went up on 7/29

Can someone please give some advice about the merit/necessity of using a tent footprint? And if they're so essential, why are they not included with the tent? (And while we're on that subject, could...

How exciting, I'm the first in AR

You can put me on in Little Rock AR

Thanks everyone so far, super helpful, I was aware of the rules in the Smokies, but didn't know so many other places had similar rules. How do you know when entering a new area what you are and...

I have read many great debates about whether to stay in shelters or not. I don't have a lot of experience camping outside designated camping areas in state/national parks and would love some advice...

Minimizing my regular life is just as exciting as getting new gear :) When I leave Little Rock in March 2015 I will be leaving my sleep number bed at my parents house and about 6 boxes. (I have...

I also had scoliosis and lumbar fusions! Good luck to you and your wife, and I am so happy to know somebody with my story shares my passion :)

I have a fused lower spine due to scoliosis and a fractured vertebrae above the fusion, which is causing kyphosis. I went to an ortho surgeon and had her recommend a good physical therapist. Even...

That's my plan!

I bought a pair of icebreakers, I think they were bikini style and they fit weird. The elastics fit but the butt is loose. Trust me, too much booty room is not usually my problem!

I am a military brat and have moved around my whole life. I have lived a lot of places and met a lot of people, but I have never found a place that felt like home. My perspective on life and...

I'm really excited about being in the "bubble"! I can't wait to meet new people who share my passion for this adventure!

So far I've gotten an Icebreaker base layer top, a Patagonia R2 fleece and a Mountain Hardwear rain jacket (superlight). I was expecting the rain jacket to be somewhat warm, but when I got it,...

I'm preparing to hike 2015 too, and I'm wondering does "base weight" include the clothes you're wearing or just the ones you're carrying?

I am considering going old school and using disposable cameras on the trail. The idea being that I can send them in my mail drops and each time I pick one up, I can send the full one home to my...

Still have a lot of time to pick out gear, but I'm wondering if anyone has advise and what gear to buy used and some good places to look. I don't want to spend more money than I have to, but I know...

Start date: Mid-March, planning to try to make the ATKO
Trail name (If you have one yet): I don't have one!
Hometown: Currently, Little Rock, AR
NOBO or SOBO (and why): NOBO, from what I've...

I'm planning on starting around the second week of March too. Didn't know about the ATKO until recently, but hopefully I will be able to make it to that too. I would really like to make some friends...