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The Backpacker's Guide to Bear Bagging

The Backpacker's Guide to Bear Bagging

Apr 16th : James Cape
Thru Hiking Culture
Henry "Moose Juice" Lewis on Shaking Down AT Hikers, the Teton Crest Trail, and Champagne Shoeys (BPR #249)

Henry "Moose Juice" Lewis on Shaking Down AT Hikers, the Teton Crest Trail, and Champagne Shoeys (BPR #249)

Apr 15th : Backpacker Radio
Thru Hiking Culture
Total Eclipse a Boon for AT Hostels in the Off-Season

Total Eclipse a Boon for AT Hostels in the Off-Season

Apr 12th : Kimberly Fetherston
Appalachian Trail
Advice

The Backpacker's Guide to Bear Bagging

What is the deal with bear bags? Which type should I use, or should I use a canister? Once I have one, what...
Apr 16th : James Cape
Featured

22 Trek Bloggers on the Appalachian Trail You Should Be Following...

As the hiking season officially kicks into high gear, the Appalachian Trail welcomes yet another class of thru-hikers, all of who are...
Apr 17th : Kendra Slagter
News

Authorities Investigating Fish Hooks Stuffed In Dog Treats Along...

Over the weekend, a hiker stumbled upon a disturbing scene of dog treats laden with fish hooks along the Appalachian...
May 8th : Ariella Nardizzi
Inspiration
Appalachian Trail

Lessons Learned: Going into my 2nd Thru-Hike

Feb 26th : Thomas Allie
Inspiration
Appalachian Trail

In Praise of Trail Angels: An Essential Part of the AT Experience

Feb 12th : Maggie Slepian
Inspiration
Appalachian Trail

Book Review: Tales from the Trail - Stories from the Oldest Hiker Hostel on the Appalachian Trail

Jan 24th : John Edward Harris
Inspiration
Appalachian Trail

How Fast is too Fast? 6 Lessons from a Sub-80 Day Thru-Hike

Dec 8th : Isabel Koran
Inspiration
Thru Hiking Culture

10 Awesome Snow-Free Winter Thru-Hikes

Dec 5th : Diane Duffard