Hiking the Appalachian Trail

Description

• This book is designed to help those people who are considering hiking the Appalachian Trail but do not know where to start. After reading this book the reader will have a complete understanding on what it takes to undertake such a challenge. Not only will you learn how to properly prepare and determine what equipment to take, you will also be able to follow our state-by-state experiences on the trail. You will learn about the magnificent experiences but also the challenging ones that such an adventure encompasses. I hope to dispel some of the myths concerning hiking the AT and encourage those that are hesitant to take the plunge and get outside.

• The book consists of 31 chapters including: History of the Appalachian Trail; Equipment; Clothing; Food; Financial considerations; Illness and injury concerns; Health and hygiene issues; Animals, insects and plants found along the Appalachian Trail; Mental state to accomplish the challenge; Electronics usage; Trail guides; Relationships and people; Shelters and hostels; A 14 state-by-state trail journal from Georgia to Maine; Post-hike reflections; References; Glossary; Trail Facts.

• I promise that this journey will end up being a defining moment of your time on this earth and may change you in ways you did not expect.