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<<<See Part 1 of this Section Hike In the morning, Denita and I were a bit sore.  The temperature had dropped during the night, and the sky was overcast.  We cleared up camp, ate a light breakfast, and went to refill our packs.  We still made it out of camp …

On the trail, my wife and I work as a team.  We know many others are mindful of us, too.  In return we look for small ways to help the hikers we meet.  It’s a way to reconnect with nature and humanity at the basic level. Read about our Appalachian Trail sectionhike from Rock Gap to the Nantahala Outdoor Center, NC.

Nature therapy -- that is what backpacking is for me and my wife.  The quiet time in nature, the conversations without interruption, and the physical challenge of completing a goal, all make hiking our get-away trip of choice. 

Nature therapy — that is what backpacking is for me and my wife.  The quiet time in nature, the conversations without interruption, and the physical challenge of completing a goal, all make hiking our get-away trip of choice.  After Thanksgiving’s family crowd and stuffing our faces, we were ready to …

If you are planning a hike on the Appalachian Trail, the Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers’ Companion is a must-have.  When preparing for your hike, you need to have an idea about the mileage you plan to hike each day, the campsites you will use, your resupply locations, and much more.  Included …