Thru-Hiking Tips Part 1

Thru-Hiking Tips Part 1

Thru-hiking is backpacking an entire trail in a single trip. If you are planning a thru-hike here are some tips to help you succeed, with information about why hikers quit, setting priorities, pacing, scheduling, hiking your own hike and making trail friends.

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Thru-Hiking Tips Part 2

Thru-Hiking Tips Part 2

Last week I posted an article with some tips for thru-hikers. Here is Part 2 of that series, with more information about footcare, diet, gear weight, managing finances, staying positive and not quitting…

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Download: Backpacking Itinerary Planner Spreadsheet

Download: Backpacking Itinerary Planner Spreadsheet

Download my free custom Backpacking Itinerary Planner Spreadsheet tool. This will help you plan a long-distance hike on the Pacific Crest Trail, Appalachian Trail or any other long trail.

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