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Hi there!

I'm currently 750 miles into my Nobo thru-hike and have heard that you can raft a 100-150 mile section on the Shenandoah river.

I understand that this is very do-able in a kayak but...

Hey I'm British currently hiking the AT on a B2 travel and tourism visa (420 miles in so far!). I had no trouble getting the VISA with limited funds (I had around 2-3000 on a bank statement when I...

Trail Name: Elsa
Direction: NOBO
Est. Start Date: May 9th
Approach Trail: I walked 6 miles up the service road

Trail Name: Bambi
Direction: NOBO
Start Date: May 13th
Approach Trail: Yes

Flying to Atlanta on the evening of 12th of May, need to get to Springer, but as you're all probably well aware, public transport is none existent and the through hiker special with hiker hostel...

Roger that, I didn't mean just left in a shelter though, our bin is your trash can.

It'll be cold in Maine in September/October though right? Or will a cheap bag still be OK then?

Hey I'm starting a NOBO hike in May and I plan on taking a cheap sleeping bag for the first month or so, as I get further north and it gets cooler I'd like to be able to just dump the bag in a bin...

Hey Gambit

I hiked it in May last year and it's what made me fall in love with long distance hiking and made me want to do the AT. The people are great, the alburgues are fun (you'll have a love...

Hi John, flying on the twelfth hoping to make the journey from the airport to the start of the trail and start walking on the thirteenth.

I like the way you think George! Might just do this if I can't find a cheap alternative.

Guys the Hiker Hostel deal doesn't run late enough for when I want to go

Ok I'm from the UK and I'm coming alone. Starting a hike in May from Springer. I've got a flight to Atlanta, I'm pretty sure I can get to Gainesville no problem but it seems public transport is...

Thanks for the advice guys

I'm doing a NOBO thru starting in mid May, likely ending somewhere around mid september.

So far my cold weather gear comprises of waterproofs, thermal pant under layer and a down coat.
I'm...

I'm in the same position as you buddy, I graduate in May, have debt, and job opportunities.

My reasoning. A lot can happen in two years that can change your circumstances and create...

And the only photo they managed was a stock photo of an emergency room sign, I feel sorry for all the readers that were expecting more, including me.

Howdy Pilgrim

If it's not John Wayne then just a nod I suppose

We have plenty stores that sell reasonable quality mid ranged gear, but in all honesty high end specialist gear like ultra-lightweight stuff is difficult to find, I've had to order most of my gear...

Well my concern about Black Bears has been significantly reduced, thanks folks!

I am now focusing my energy on thieving rodents and blisters, but I think I can handle this one solo.

I see, good to know what to do, even if I'll likely never have to do it.

Thanks for all the info guys!

Ahh I see, so keep food out of reach of bears.

This is probably true, but I'm familiar with walking unforgiving trails so I know what to expect with regards to that. Snakes and bears are new to me though.

How come a fed bear is a dead bear?



Roger that, i'll leave the soap at home

Hello!

I'm hoping to hike the AT this year, NOBO starting in May.

Being from the UK I've never had to concern myself with bears before, but I understand there is occasionally some human-bear...