I have several backpacking goals this year, but having just had a new baby, I can't leave for super extended periods of time. My plans so far for 2021: 1. Cumberland Gap Ridge Trail at Cumberland Gap National Historical Park 2. North/South Trail at Land Between the Lakes in Western KY 3. Great Smoky Mountains hiking (a small amount during a family vacation) 4. North 150 miles of the Sheltowee Trace Trail 5. First 73 miles of AT from Springer Mountain to NC state line 6. Training and honing in my gear loadout for the JMT next year! (very wishful thinking)
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