Hiker Trash: A Love Letter to the Appalachian Trail Aer Parris|October 10, 2019 A new book offers a rare glimpse into the heart of the thru-hiking community.
The New Wisdom: 6 Long-Trail Legends Share Hard-Won Advice Corey Buhay|January 4, 2017 With 140,000 miles (and counting) behind them, they've got ideas that work. Every year, thousands of hikers set off on thru-hikes. While ...
How a Pair of Boots Thru-Hiked the Appalachian Trail Abigail Wise|October 19, 2016 2,189 miles, 40 hikers, 2 boots, 1 adventure When Paul, an outdoors enthusiast who dreamed of thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail, passed a...
Appalachian Trail Backpacking Packing List REI Staff|June 4, 2016 America’s first long-distance trail has long captured the imagination of adventurers. If wanderlust has gotten the better of you, we can help you prepare.