Long Distance Hiking On The Appalachian Trail

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Long Distance Hiking On The Appalachian Trail For The Older Adventurer

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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2012-06-30

Long Distance Hiking On The Appalachian Trail For The Older Adventurer written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-06-30 with categories.

Walking On The Wild Side

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Author : Kristi M. Fondren
language : en
Publisher: Rutgers University Press
Release Date : 2015-12-11

Walking On The Wild Side written by Kristi M. Fondren and has been published by Rutgers University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-12-11 with Education categories.

The most famous long-distance hiking trail in North America, the 2,181-mile Appalachian Trail—the longest hiking-only footpath in the world—runs along the Appalachian mountain range from Georgia to Maine. Every year about 2,000 individuals attempt to “thru-hike” the entire trail, a feat equivalent to hiking Mount Everest sixteen times. In Walking on the Wild Side, sociologist Kristi M. Fondren traces the stories of forty-six men and women who, for their own personal reasons, set out to conquer America’s most well known, and arguably most social, long-distance hiking trail. In this fascinating in-depth study, Fondren shows how, once out on the trail, this unique subculture of hikers lives mostly in isolation, with their own way of acting, talking, and thinking; their own vocabulary; their own activities and interests; and their own conception of what is significant in life. They tend to be self-disciplined, have an unwavering trust in complete strangers, embrace a life of poverty, and reject modern-day institutions. The volume illuminates the intense social intimacy and bonding that forms among long-distance hikers as they collectively construct a long-distance hiker identity. Fondren describes how long-distance hikers develop a trail persona, underscoring how important a sense of place can be to our identity, and to our sense of who we are. Indeed, the author adds a new dimension to our understanding of the nature of identity in general. Anyone who has hiked—or has ever dreamed of hiking—the Appalachian Trail will find this volume fascinating. Walking on the Wild Side captures a community for whom the trail is a sacred place, a place to which they have become attached, socially, emotionally, and spiritually.

How To Hike The A T

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Author : Michelle Ray
language : en
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Release Date : 2008-12-17

How To Hike The A T written by Michelle Ray and has been published by Stackpole Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-12-17 with Sports & Recreation categories.

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.

Long Distance Hiking Lessons From The Appalachian Trail

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Author : Roland Mueser
language : en
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Release Date : 1997-11-22

Long Distance Hiking Lessons From The Appalachian Trail written by Roland Mueser and has been published by McGraw Hill Professional this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1997-11-22 with Education categories.

Blending sage advice with personal experiences and anecdotes, this unconventional book is an unusually thoughtful account of long-distance trekking on the Appalachian Trail. Mueser draws upon interviews and questionnaire data gathered from over 100 long distance hikers hoofing it through the Applachian Mountains.

The Gentle Art Of Wandering

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Author : David Ryan
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2010-03-01

The Gentle Art Of Wandering written by David Ryan and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-03-01 with categories.

Appalachian Trail Thru Hiker S Companion 2018

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Author : Appalachian Long Distance Hikers Association
language : en
Publisher: Appalachian Trail Conference
Release Date : 2018-01-10

Appalachian Trail Thru Hiker S Companion 2018 written by Appalachian Long Distance Hikers Association and has been published by Appalachian Trail Conference this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-01-10 with Sports & Recreation categories.

Still the only such guide written by volunteers for which all the proceeds are returned to the Trail by these two nonprofits! The Appalachian Trail Conservancy and the Appalachian Long Distance Hikers Association collaborate each year on a guide especially designed for potential thru-hikers who want the basic information for a five- to six-month trek in the woods, at a reasonable price, but also want the adventure of finding out the extras for themselves. A favorite of section-hikers, too.

Long Distance Hiking

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Author : Dan Feldman
language : en
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Release Date : 2013

Long Distance Hiking written by Dan Feldman and has been published by Stackpole Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013 with Sports & Recreation categories.

• The how-to book for long-distance hikers who want to finish • Tips to help aspiring long-distance hikers succeed, from determining nutrition of trail foods to dealing with the elements and medical challenges • The first book to catalog the on-trail skills essential to long-distance hiking—setting up camp, dealing with blisters and chafing, avoiding repetitive stress injury • Instructive feedback from thru-hikers on the AT and PCT on gear, food, and more

The Appalachian Trail Hiker

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Author : Victoria Logue
language : en
Publisher: Menasha Ridge Press
Release Date : 2004-11-10

The Appalachian Trail Hiker written by Victoria Logue and has been published by Menasha Ridge Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-11-10 with Travel categories.

A classic now in its Fourth Edition, The Appalachian Trail Hiker is todayÕs platinum standard for the latest must-have information for the 4 million day, section, and thru hikers who explore the Appalachian Trail each year. The guide includes: the latest information on hiking the AT with a GPS; comprehensive trail club information, including websites; valuable step-by-step information on preparing to hike the A.T.; crucial information on nutrition and diet; expanded coverage on shelters, cabins, and campgrounds; and details on choosing the best equipment. With the help of dozens of A.T. hikers, the authors have gathered over 100,000 miles of A.T. experience into this commonsense guide on the nationÕs oldest trail system. Whether you are planning an overnight hike in Virginia, a two-week trek through the Smokies, or a thru hike from Georgia to Maine, The Appalachian Trail Hiker is your passport to A.T. adventures in the new millennium.

Balancing On Blue

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Author : Keith Foskett
language : en
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Release Date : 2015-03-16

Balancing On Blue written by Keith Foskett and has been published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-03-16 with Appalachian Trail categories.

Amazing journeys begin with a single step, but only the dedicated keep walking. Short-listed for Outdoor Book of the Year by The Great Outdoors Magazine Every year thousands of adventurers attempt to hike all 2,180 miles of the gruelling and unforgiving Appalachian Trail. Around five months later, beaten and bruised, those who finish are known as thru-hikers. Keith Foskett weaves a true-life tale that's as thought-provoking as it is entertaining. Accompanied by an array of eclectic characters - including a world-champion juggler, a drug dealer, and a sex-starved builder from Minnesota - he takes the reader on a compelling adventure that pushes the limits of both endurance and imagination. During his five months living in the woods, Foskett's psychological apprehensions are stretched to the limit against the wild elements of nature. By turns humorous and harrowing, his journey allows him to overcome his fears while reflecting on the man he's meant to be. His adventure weaves a route through some of America's wildest landscapes and history, and is told with insight, humour and reflection. Perhaps he too will tame the most renowned long-distance hiking trail in the world, and emerge as a thru-hiker. Reviews for Balancing on Blue "A highly anticipated Appalachian Trail memoir, and well worth the wait." Daniel Neilson (The Great Outdoors Magazine) "Long distance hikes are simultaneously life-affirming and total agony. Walking 2000 miles would be a phenomenal journey wherever in the world you did it. To tackle the legendary Appalachian Trail is a truly special experience, and one I dream of attempting sometime in my life. Amongst the bears, moose and rattlesnakes, climbing to 2000 metres, and countless aches and pains lives the memory of a special journey, the wonderful people who briefly share the experience with you, and the knowledge that lasts long after the final blister has healed. It's a lifetime's worth of adventurous memories crammed into one simple walk." Alastair Humphreys (Author, adventurer and a National Geographic Adventure of the Year) "With thru-hiking gaining in popularity, many look to the Appalachian Trail to test out their trail legs, and discover why it holds the reputation it does. The wilds of this planet are serene, peaceful and offer the chance to break away from a normal existence. Keith's wonderful perspective of the trail reflects this freedom." Jennifer Pharr Davis (Author and previous record holder for the fastest ever thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail). "An entertaining and inspiring account of one of the world's longest walks and the people who walk it. Keith is a perfect walking companion for the ups and downs of the trail - his easy and understated style kept me turning the pages. Essential reading for those contemplating their own big adventure." David Lintern (Editor - Outdoor Enthusiast Magazine) "This book is for anyone who's ever dreamed about a big adventure, as Fozzie spins a funny, thought-provoking and inspiring tale of thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail. You'll be handing in your notice and packing up your rucksack as soon as you've finished reading." Jenny Walters (Country Walking Magazine) "Long distance backpacking trips can be monotonous, and it's often the same story for most books about them. Balancing on Blue is something completely different and once again, Keith invites you to the world that he calls home. Be prepared for great story telling, unique and interesting characters, humour and insight." Andrew Skurka (Long distance hiker, adventurer and National Geographic Adventurer of the Year 2007).

Walking With Spring

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Author : Earl Victor Shaffer
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2000

Walking With Spring written by Earl Victor Shaffer and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Appalachian Trail categories.

The author's account of his four-month hike in 1948 of the entire length of the Appalachian Trail.