Appalachian trail

A few years ago I illustrated my first Appalachian Trail map…..but I really wanted to make some tweaks and re-release it, and this was the perfect collection to do that in!🌲 There are two new versions with different font/style, with a light and dark version. The first version was a top seller in the print shop and at local shows for me for a while, which is super fun! We live very close to the start of the Appalachian Trail and we hike parts of the trail often, so it holds a special place…

Hiking the Appalachian Trail. No matter how far you hike, the #AppalachianTrail serves as a reminder that any journey begins with a single step. #hiking

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Appalachian Trail

In Shenandoah National Park, VA, enroute to the top of Bearfence Mountain from the nearby parking area you'll cross the Appalachian Trail. Imaged in June 2004.

When I announced my plan of hiking the Appalachian Trail alone as a solo, single, 23-year-old woman, everyone wanted to tell me what to do and what not to do. But there were some things that either no one ever mentioned, or they completely led me astray! Here are some things I found out on my long distance hike.

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Appalachian Trail

Appalachian Trail

Itching to conquer the AT, but don’t want to commit to all 2,190 miles of it? Lucky for us, it’s right here, in our own backyard.

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How much does it cost to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail? About $3,000, plus gear. In this article, I'll show you how to plan your thru-hike budget.

The Appalachian Trail twists and turns for 2,190 miles through 14 states from Georgia to Maine. And it has become so popular that 3 million people a year step foot on it, in some form or another. But just how dangerous is hiking the Appalachian Trail, and what are those potential dangers? In this article

McAfee Knob is one of the most iconic hikes in Virginia and the most photographed spot on the Appalachian Trail—and it lives up to the hype! This 8-mile round-trip trail near Catawba, VA offers stunning views, especially at sunrise or sunset. . #McAfeeKnob #AppalachianTrail #VirginiaHiking #HikingVirginia #GirlsWhoHike #AllTrails #LeaveNoTrace #HikingViews #TrailSign #McAfeeKnobHike #BucketListHike

Explore McAfee's Knob: One of the best short hikes on the Appalachian Trail! 🏞️ This high rocky ledge offers breathtaking views at 3,197 feet above sea level in Virginia. 😍 Have you hiked it? Share your experience! #AppalachianTrail #HikingAdventures

Appalachian Trail Crosses over Jane Bald by rctfan2

Food is a HUGE component for a successful thru hike. And it’s not just the type of food, but the right types of foods so you have proper nutrition for your body to function at its best. Also, when on a budget, making our own meals is drastically cheaper than buying prepared dehydrated meals. #backpacking #foodprep #hiking #appalachiantrail #backpackinghammock