Take the A.T. Summer Bucket List Challenge
100 ways to explore and celebrate the Appalachian Trail in honor of the ATC’s Centennial Celebration!
Whether you’re new to the Trail or a lifelong lover, the A.T. Summer Bucket List is an invitation to explore, learn, and celebrate the Appalachian Trail in new and exciting ways— from wherever you are. You might see the sunrise from the Trail, learn about A.T. history, go chasing waterfalls, or make art inspired by your time outdoors.
How It Works
- Sign up with your email to get the full bucket list.
- Unlock surprise mystery challenges revealed throughout the summer—follow the ATC on Instagram and Facebook to see mystery items and complete mini challenges.
- Share your progress on Instagram using #ATBucketList25 for a chance to be featured!
- Complete at least 25 items by September 1 to be entered in our grand prize drawing for one of ten pairs of Altra Lone Peak shoes.
Bucket list submissions open August 15 — we’ll email you a special form to log your completed activities and enter to win one of the grand prizes, so keep an eye on your inbox!
Ready to join the challenge?
Sign up now to get your bucket list and start exploring.
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Sponsored by Altra
We’re proud to partner with Altra, our official sponsor of the A.T. Summer Bucket List.
Grand Prizes
Complete and submit at least 25 items from your Summer Bucket List by September 1, and you’ll be entered to win one of ten pairs of Lone Peak trail shoes, generously donated by our premier sponsor, Altra Running!
Beloved by thru-hikers and weekend explorers alike, the Lone Peak shoe by Altra delivers trail-tested comfort and durability. You don’t want to miss the chance to win a pair to keep you moving confidently during your next A.T. adventure!
And that’s not all, continue to keep an eye out! As we reveal surprise mystery challenges throughout the summer, we’ll be adding even more exciting prizes to the mix.
For more information on the rules of entering to win grand prizes through the Summer Bucket List Challenge, please click here.