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Insights, updates, and inspiration from the people protecting, exploring, and experiencing the A.T. every day.

Bear Cubs
Hiking Tips

Don’t Feed the Bears

Nov 6, 2025

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Hiking Tips

Tips for Applying Leave No Trace to Hiking Adventures

Nov 6, 2025

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Backpacker celebrating a beautiful Appalachian Trail view.
Hiking Tips

Preparing for your A.T. adventures

Nov 6, 2025

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Katahdin at sunset, with a pink sky.
Thru-Hiking

Stories from the A.T. Thru-Hiking Class of 2025

Oct 16, 2025

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Lemmy and Green Giant near Baxter Peak. Photo by Katie Farrar
Hiking Tips

Important End-of-Year Closure Dates for 2025 A.T. Hikers

Sep 18, 2025

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Brown Mountain Creek Shelter. Photo by Mills Kelly
Culture & Inspiration

How the A.T. Almost Lost Its Shelters

Aug 21, 2025

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