My name is Jeff "Jolly Roger" Richardson. I did a NOBO in 2007, and now I am trying to finish my degree. In order to graduate, I must complete a survey-based research project. I am researching the reasons why peple attempt to walk 2,175 + miles, what we call a thru-hike. Below is a link to a survey I have made to find out some of the reasons thru-hikers offer for this. The survey is free, should not take 5 mins. to complete, and does not ask for any identifying information. The results found will be shared with the ATC, and other creditable trail resources.
If you decide to participate, please pass the link along to anyone else you know who has, or has attempted to thru-hike the A.T.
Thank you for your time,
JollyRoger
the link:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/PGHZPYT