How to Hike the A.T. (Paperback)

Michelle Ray

ISBN 10: 0811735427 / ISBN 13: 9780811735421

Published by Stackpole Books, Mechanicsburg, PA, 2008

About this Item

Paperback. Other Appalachian Trail guidebooks tell you about notable scenery, trail history, or changes in terrain. This one tells you exactly what you need to know to prepare for and complete a long-distance hike on the Appalachian Trail. From determining a budget, preparing an itinerary, and packing gear to resupplying, using bounce boxes, and staying on schedule, this book will help any hiker to make certain their long distance trek is a success. Tells you what you need to know to prepare for and complete a long-distance hike on the Appalachian Trail. From determining a budget, preparing an itinerary, and packing gear to resupplying, using bounce boxes, and staying on schedule, this book can help any hiker to make certain their long distance trek is a success. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: How to Hike the A.T. (Paperback)
• Publisher: Stackpole Books, Mechanicsburg, PA
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0811735427
• ISBN 13: 9780811735421
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

About this title

Synopsis

How to plan and prepare for a long-distance hike on the Appalachian Trail

Includes information on trail nutrition, culture, first aid, gear, weather conditions, and more

Expert advice from an experienced long-distance hiker along with useful information for any long-distance trek
Other Appalachian Trail guidebooks tell you about notable scenery, trail history, or changes in terrain. This one tells you exactly what you need to know to prepare for and complete a long-distance hike on the A.T. From determining a budget, preparing an itinerary, and packing gear to resupplying, using bounce boxes, and staying on schedule, this book will help any hiker make certain their long-distance trek is a success.
You can hear an interview with Michelle Ray on how to prepare for your thru-hike if you click here.

About the Author

Michelle Ray has been an avid hiker for more than fifteen years and has logged thousands of miles on the Appalachian Trail. She is a member of the Appalachian Long Distance Hiking Association and works as a field editor for the Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers Companion. She lives in New Hampshire.