Thru-Hike in 2011 [Archive] - WhiteBlaze

sidebackside

12-28-2009, 11:03

I'm trying to find other hikers plannning a thru-hike in 2011. I'm looking to make some connections before I get on the trail.

Disney

12-28-2009, 11:06

wandering dreamer

12-28-2009, 11:14

A friend and I are begining to plan our 2011 hike too.

FritztheCat

12-28-2009, 12:46

Heading out April 1st, 2011. Looking forward to it!

sidebackside

12-28-2009, 14:13

I've been looking forward to meeting other hikers planning for 2011. I was beginning to think it was just me. Disney, wandering dreamer, and FritztheCat, looking forward to gettin to know ya!

elizardph

12-28-2009, 15:27

planning on starting in late February 2011! And so the planning begins...

ChinMusic

12-28-2009, 15:46

I believe this officially marks the beginning of a Class of 2011 Forum. I feel so honored to point that out. It's my first post classification post. I'd like to thank the Academy, Whiteblaze, and Jester.

LONG time ago.....

http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=42116&highlight=2011

http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=44248&highlight=2011

What ever happened to Gorp Gobbler.........?

Disney

12-28-2009, 16:00

LONG time ago.....

http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=42116&highlight=2011

http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=44248&highlight=2011

What ever happened to Gorp Gobbler.........?

Curses. Foiled again. For this I blame Jester.
As for Gorp Gobbler, unless he's canceled his plans, he'll probably be back on in the Spring as that "one year" feeling starts to kick in. I miss that feeling.

Hoot

12-28-2009, 16:35

this is going to be fun! :banana:banana:banana im lookin to leave springer around april 1st, the day named in my honor! :D

kiteskimo

12-28-2009, 21:30

yep. i'm starting in 2011, as well. at least one (probably two) of my friends is comming along, but i'm not really going to worry about us all finishing the trail together. they will do what they want to. i'm actually graduating high school 6 months early and pushing back college for a year to hike the trail. woot!

however, i have no idea when i'm starting. i don't want to be too cold though, so probably not until after mid-march. i will have no deadlines or obligations to finish early, so starting date is not a big issue.

warraghiyagey

12-28-2009, 21:33

Bulldawg will also be starting a NOBO in 2011 . . .

Cjevne

12-28-2009, 21:54

I'll be starting the trail around Feb 20th roughly. cant wait, even though its so far off. anyone else starting around then?

warraghiyagey

12-28-2009, 21:55

I think that's when Bulldawg is starting. . .

Bulldawg

12-28-2009, 22:03

I think that's when Bulldawg is starting. . .

January 1st, at 12:01am Warghy. That is if I can stay off the sauce at the Springer New Years Eve Party.:eek::rolleyes::cool::banana:banana

shoe

12-28-2009, 22:30

I'm hoping to hit the trail in 2011 provided I pay off my credit cards and save some money up. Looking at a late March start date.

warraghiyagey

12-28-2009, 22:46

January 1st, at 12:01am Warghy. That is if I can stay off the sauce at the Springer New Years Eve Party.:eek::rolleyes::cool::banana:banana
Have a great hike!! . . . .:sun:sun:sun

RollingStone

12-28-2009, 23:41

My daughter (will be 17) and I plan on leaving Springer March 1st.

--RollingStone

World-Wide

12-29-2009, 02:01

I'm trying to find other hikers plannning a thru-hike in 2011. I'm looking to make some connections before I get on the trail.

I'll be starting the trail around Feb 20th roughly. cant wait, even though its so far off. anyone else starting around then?

planning on starting in late February 2011! And so the planning begins...

sidebackside: Hitting the trails in 2011......perhaps I'll see you on the trail? Happy hiking! :)

Cjevne/elizardph: I'm taking off the last Friday of February. (25 Feb 2011) I'll keep a look-out for you both in the trail registers in case you get an earlier start than me. Going solo, but occasional company would be a nice change! Hope to see you on the trail!! :D

Rocket

12-29-2009, 09:36

Right now the lay-off schedule at the space center is April (too late) and September (too early). I figure I'll get it in September, so I'm shooting for mid March. Of course I probably won't be able to wait that long. Too much anticipation for me. I'm ready to go now!!!

Bezekid609

12-29-2009, 10:09

i've been working on creating a fellow hiker out of a few of my friends, so shortly i should have a partner to attempt a thru hike or atleast partial thru hike with. i've done all of NJ and part of NY/PA/ the shens and harpers ferry... def want to go for a hike thought ( a long hike) at that before the world comes to a close, if thats what ppl decided 2012 should be...

NorseWoman

12-29-2009, 18:01

also see thru hiker classes class of 2011

jnanagardener

12-29-2009, 19:41

garbanz

12-29-2009, 20:00

Im going to try in it 2011 when I get retired. Ive read alot of WB and fiction on hiking the AT. When I start out i"ll have the latest and greatest tent on the market and I wont buy it until they come out right before I start! The bigest decision I have is March 1, Springer or July 1, Big K. Goin Sobo means cooler weather carryng a load but theres noplace like Big K to finish.
Feedback on WHAT I SAID NOT LW, WARRAYYEHEY, sHEEPDOG OR SOME OTHER MISDIRECTED FOOL.

ChinMusic

12-29-2009, 22:41

svlc22

12-31-2009, 15:02

sidebackside

12-31-2009, 15:31

Glad to see all the other 2011 thruhiker hopefuls here! I myself am hoping to GAME it in mid-march of 2011 (time not set in stone, maybe earlier or not)...wow can't believe I just put that in writing for the first time. :eek:

I am still in gear research mode and roughing out my food plans; but as 2010 is knocking on the door I'm starting to see this hike as a reality instead of the dream it has been for a long time now.

Hope to see some of you out on the trail!

:banana

You know, if 2010 goes by like this year, we'll be hittin' the trail soon! For me, like you, this hike is becoming a reality. It's been a long time coming! As of right now I'm looking to leave around mid-march too.

Wolfmaan

12-31-2009, 17:49

I will be doing the AT in 2011.

I'm hoping to start in March in GA where it's fairly warm. As I progress North it will warm up. My end-date is September (finished or not)

Bronk

01-01-2010, 02:52

Contemplating a late Feb start in 2011 or 2012...all depends on what happens with my work. This will be my second attempt...made it to Waynesboro the last time...hoping the experience and an early start will allow me to stay ahead of the crowds.

NorseWoman

01-02-2010, 04:25

I will head north from Springer late Feb to early Mar 2011 being a Norse Woman I can go when its colder and the advantage is advoiding some mud and it would further assure finishing in time
I have been thinking of a AT thru for a few years now. I have resolved a couple of issues already- minor knee surgery and insurance, been saving $ but need more- I will meet this goal no problem, Now need to see if I can manage OK when I come back and have no job- maybe an early retirement is what will happen
Have most gear already- always looking lighter, will go solo- but is one ever really alone on the AT, more plans to make- knowing plans are not in concrete on the AT, I will likely have some support up to Harpers Ferry
all for now Norse Woman

mooch11

01-02-2010, 09:36

Starting March 2011.

MapleLeaf

01-09-2010, 21:00

I plan on starting early march 2011. I'm in gear research/aquisition and find a partner mode : p

Look forward to seeing you all on the trail!

hikerboy4211

01-11-2010, 10:08

I am planning to start my thru hike in mid march of 2011. I have one confirmed trail mate and a few that claim to be doing it with me but just dont seem to be serious about it. I wouldnt mind having another partner to go along for the ride. I am finishing up my gear and will soon be getting into the planning and financial aspect of the trail.

apudreamer

01-17-2010, 18:42

My 2011 thru-hike is contingent on whether I can get a leave of absence for the months of February to June. I am a high school teacher and have been teaching long enough to qualify for a leave; the question is whether an AT thru-hike will meet the criteria. If it happens, I'll set out in mid to late February. In the meantime, cross your fingers!

I also teach high school and just negotiated my leave last week. I am still in complete shock that I was given the OK:banana I don't know what your criteria are, but leading by example as a role model who sets big goals and goes after them can sometime be an effective argument. My fingers are crossed for you!!

beautifulpoetman

01-19-2010, 11:38

I will begin a thruhike on the last weekend of February 2011. That's the last three days of February. Would consider starting a week earlier. Want to start slow-- 36 year old male; NOT a former long distance runner. :) Right now I've been hiking weekends, building up equipment, and getting excited. I hope you are too-- and hope we all find some people to start out our hikes.

Here's to all of you and your trail dreams!

RETCW4

01-20-2010, 08:30

I'll be thru-hiking starting April 4th 2011. See you there.

Tumbleweed

Starbuck

03-01-2010, 13:01

Getting prepped to thruhike nobo starting the last weekend in february 2011, hopefully ending in August. Can't wait!!!!!

vikcicle

03-02-2010, 16:16

SOBO hike starting sometime in april or may, depending on how much terminal leave I take, Cant Wait!

HeartFire

03-02-2010, 16:24

I'm planning on starting some time in March, I was thinking early March, but if next winter is anything like this years, it will be late March. I don't want to slug through lots of snow.

Early Bird

03-02-2010, 17:28

I'm planning on an 2011 nobo hike starting mid march. depending on the weather.I will be hiking solo as of right now.I'm 33 and live in MA.

Tijmen Smit

03-17-2010, 15:45

I'm planning on starting early/half march 2011 nobo hike. I would liked to have done it this year, but knee surgery and a virus infection forced me to wait another year. Its still far away but I can't wait to start :)

Mountain Wildman

03-17-2010, 15:55

sidebackside

03-17-2010, 16:00

If all of the pieces of the puzzle come together, I will be starting NOBO in late February to Mid March depending on the weather. I can handle the cold but if the south gets snow like this year it will be mid March.

I'll be starting mid-March too. My reason is the same as yours Wildman, the weather. That being said, I've hiked in the Smokies in April with snow on the ground. I don't imagine there will be as much snow then as there would be in early Feb. You never know though.

singingpilgrim

03-18-2010, 07:31

I'm a 2011 thruhike hopeful as well!
I'm thinking first week of March as long as next year is NOT like this year... but that start date is all flexible, depending on lots of things. I just hope to get the money together and if so, I'll see you all there! :) (I'm getting really excited, and it's still almost a year away)

Gauguin

04-16-2010, 20:35

I was looking at March 2012, but the wife said I'd drive her nuts talking about it for another 23 months, she's suggested 2011. Means giving up a good job, but hey... isn't that what people do?

May see you on the trail in March 2011 - VA - MA

Invictus

04-16-2010, 21:35

Just started planning a 2011 NOBO leaving springer some time at end of april.

thepokerkid227

04-21-2010, 18:01

Planning on NOBO 2011 leaving first week or march sometime. Looking to meet someone or a group on here to hike with.

MapleLeaf

04-24-2010, 12:53

I was originally planning on leaving the end of march or early april....I'm probably gonna be leaving earlier. I'm also gonna try to find a partner to start with at least.

tortoise1

04-24-2010, 21:13

I to am a 2011'er. Planned on going solo, but I'll leave that decision up to God, as long as I'm there, alone or with a few. Planning on March. I think I'll wait and See exactly what the weather is like in late Feb and take it from there. Good luck to all you 2011 nobo's. Soon.

bluffhead

04-26-2010, 03:10

me and my friend are doing nobo in 11 most likely leaving in feb joseph.l.dantonio@gmail.com

bluffhead

04-26-2010, 03:10

I was originally planning on leaving the end of march or early april....I'm probably gonna be leaving earlier. I'm also gonna try to find a partner to start with at least.
you going nobo will link up ?

gareth804

05-03-2010, 12:12

planning on starting in late February 2011! And so the planning begins...

I'm shooting for february 2011, anyone else starting then?

High Tech Hiker

06-30-2010, 12:01

I'm looking for a partner or group i can hook up with for a NOBO Hike. I'm looking to start in mid march. I'm 33 and I'm from Long Island NY, I'm a Paramedic and I also have my Wildness EMT Cert so i add that medical safety angle to a team.
Looking Forward To The Trail & PM me if you have questions.
Eli

bishopj

06-30-2010, 12:07

Hi Cjevne yep start ing on Feb 15 2011 have fun on your hike

Rockhead

06-30-2010, 12:29

I thought the economy was going to force me to put my hike off until 2012 but I'm back at work and working six days a week most weeks. So if I can save the loot I can do 2011 but if I have to wait until 2012 I'll be going in style. if any fellow Buckeyes are interested in planning some practice hikes let me know. Aiming for a last week of feb/first week of mar start. Good luck to all and hope to meet you on the trail.

Knox

07-04-2010, 11:18

Anybody else sobo in mid-June 2011?

bramblingbird

07-14-2010, 18:37

I just decided a couple weeks ago that I was going to finally thru-hike it! :D Probably starting early March. My friend and I are fairly positive we're going to do it together, but I just want to see who else is out there in case we walk at excessively different paces.

I am so excited to see you out there in the woods!

art gypsy

07-16-2010, 15:07

I'll be leaving early to mid march, weather depending. I am sure that my husband wants it over with so that he won't have to keep hearing about it on a daily basis. We went to Baxter State Park last week and I couldn't make it more than an hour without bringing up the thru hike.

Kelleelynn

07-22-2010, 13:19

I am planning on starting the trail on March 7th, 2011, my birthday! (Approach trail March 6th) My 9yr old daughter will be joining me!

art gypsy

07-27-2010, 16:49

I tried getting my friends and family on the trail and it didn't work out so great...especially when my daughter found out about the shelter mice. I'm heading out NOBO early March.

on_the_GOEZ

07-27-2010, 17:58

Anybody else sobo in mid-June 2011?
I am planning on heading to K around the 1st of June! I cant wait! I might see you there?

rjhoffmann88

07-30-2010, 07:32

I'm a college student who will be graduating in may of 2011. I'm planning on starting a NOBO with a buddy of mine soon after graduation (early may). I haven't heard of many people starting that late. Any opinions on such a late start? Would a SOBO be a better idea?

dazed_and_confused

07-30-2010, 08:32

I was also planing on starting a NOBO late (end of april).

Kelleelynn

07-30-2010, 12:14

I tried getting my friends and family on the trail and it didn't work out so great...especially when my daughter found out about the shelter mice. I'm heading out NOBO early March.

How old is your daughter? I'm bringing my 9-yr old daughter. We are staying in a tent to avoid shelter critters!

art gypsy

08-02-2010, 13:47

My daughter is 14. I doubt that she will ever set foot on the trail with me again but if a miracle happens, I would be sure to put her in a tent. She is more accustomed to tent camping.

DinnerFer2

08-08-2010, 16:11

Dinner Fer 2 here

2008 SOBO long trail thru hiker

starting from Springer on March 19th 2011 FULL MOON!!!

See you there:banana

Melissabuilt

08-15-2010, 20:26

Seriously thinking about doing whatever necessary to do a 2011 NOBO thru hike... . If I can convince my boyfriend it will be ok.

SwingLow

08-16-2010, 16:35

I am not sure when I will be leaving yet. It will most likely be around April, but I am open to changing it if anyone wants to meet up.

Hiking2011

08-17-2010, 02:23

I am looking to start in March 2011.

Forever North

08-17-2010, 02:50

northernstorm

09-07-2010, 20:43

northern storm will be departing march 5th. call me storm. see ya!

jodo

09-09-2010, 16:14

I am too also leaving in March, planning on the 5th to start from Springer.
Jodo

If anyone would like to meet up let me know

and I need a trail name

wanderer82

09-20-2010, 20:54

Im planning on nobo thru-hiking the trail around the beginning of march but no definite start date as of yet. I have done several small section hikes by myself but I would like to find others to share preparation ideas and thru-hike the trail together. If anyone is planning to start around early march please let me know.

dwalker

09-23-2010, 20:17

Why hey there! I'm about to graduate high school too and I'm planning on tackling the AT southbound in late June or early July.
I was looking for a group or a solo partner. I just posted a bit about myself on the looking-for-partners forum, so if you're interested in an add-on, feel free to check that out!

dwalker

09-23-2010, 20:24

Anybody else sobo in mid-June 2011?
Why hey there! I'm about to graduate high school too and I'm planning on tackling the AT southbound in late June or early July.
I was looking for a group or a solo partner. I just posted a bit about myself on the looking-for-partners forum, so if you're interested in an add-on, feel free to check that out!

lonewolftrekker

09-23-2010, 22:05

my second thru hike in March probably around the 5th, I just did a 2010 thru hike, why not a second one.

divesolo

09-24-2010, 11:12

Hey all! I am new here and have been wanting to do a thru hike GA-ME 2011. The A.T. has been on my mind for a long time now and I want to do it. None of my friends want to go so I thought I could find some hiking partners here.

Forever North

09-24-2010, 11:45

Willow as well as Timber and I will be hitting the trails somewhere on or about March 2011. I think?? We may change it the time fram to do a southbound hike instead of a northbound hike like I wanted to do in the first place. Only time will tell.
Forever North

Time for an update: Timber will not be hiking with us in 2011,,,,,,so it will just be Willow and me starting out sometime around Feb/March doing a northbound hike.

tawa

10-09-2010, 14:13

Planning on leaving either the last week in Feb or 1st of March for thru hike NOBO. Working on planning, preparation and training each and every day. Interesting in keeping in touch with others that will be definitely leaving around this time.
Tawa
SW Indiana

kombiguy

10-09-2010, 15:35

April 15th start for me. I'll be doing the approach trail, so if anyone wants to start out together, cool. But I'll probably be slower than most of you.

MotherShip

10-09-2010, 22:11

Plan to start early March with my dog, Cianna, and my daughter-in-law who will be with me for the first 5 or so days. My husband and I had planned on thru hiking but he passed away. So, I'm going to do our dream. Would love to meet up with other dog hikers.

WILDERNURSE

10-10-2010, 04:44

My mom and I plan on starting early March, NOBO! I am super excited. Just working all the bugs out of our gear and planning.

Buzz Saw

10-10-2010, 07:15

Departing NoBo April 14. Going to gathering in West Virginia this weekend to finalize plans with my partner Gramps and test some of the gear. I think all that is needed is to walk and wait for spring.

Land_Shark

10-14-2010, 10:11

Land Shark on the move. If any one needs help or advice please ask. Will have trail magic the whole way from start to finish Captain PITA (wife) and Hill (daughter) will be there to assist. Will be in a kilt and usually running. So when you see the clown please smile for I will always have coffee and blueberry.

Miami Bob 1969

10-15-2010, 22:12

I know its late but why not. leaving April 23

SullyJoe

10-15-2010, 22:58

Leaving feb 21 with Stormsong... been planning and training for a year now, and it's all i can think about. See ya out there.

bramblingbird

10-18-2010, 16:33

hey everyone! I'm not sure when I plan on starting (all depends on job stuff), but I am looking to start off with a partner (to sooth my mom's mind...). But I'm not necessarily looking for a thru hike partner. See you on the trail!

grayw0lf

10-25-2010, 13:26

I'm (hoping, praying, planning, plotting, & scheming) to start early - mid March!

I'm coming from Sweet Home Alabama & looking for a once in a lifetime experience. These past 4 years of sitting in a windowless bombshelter are almost at an end.... :)

Hit me up if anyone wants to meet up before then. I plan on doing many weekend trips & week long trip in December in prep.

John O>.

NCcummins

10-27-2010, 01:00

I'll be starting from Springer March 15th. I'm taking the year off school to hike. I'm 21 and would definitely hook up with someone to hike with from the get go.

Mistie

10-28-2010, 01:45

I'm pretty slow myself...am looking for a hiking partner at least in the beginning.

lamarr

10-29-2010, 05:17

I'm thinking 3-20 or 3-27. I'm just going to watch the weather. Slow is a great way to start. Can't wait! Equal parts scared and excited!

McN11

11-09-2010, 17:58

will be at Springer Mar 1st

.....nuni cante

ec.hiker

12-03-2010, 06:56

Looking to leave late feb I can pick up on my may to GA I am in NC. Am still in planning phase but have just about everything worked out

walkin' wally

12-03-2010, 09:54

will be at Springer Mar 1st

.....nuni cante

Wandering sweetheart??

ec.hiker

12-05-2010, 00:43

I am leaving late feb not sure of exact date hit me up

mbracken05

12-07-2010, 11:35

hopefully starting the first week of february =)

jodo

12-12-2010, 02:41

I am planning to start the trail on March 5, 2011. Anyone else leaving around that time?

hobbs

12-12-2010, 03:19

I am starting in Mid march. I am close to the At here in Virginia. It's still windy and crappy in this part still in March. I was on a section in march at it was howling at night.

ralph b

01-24-2011, 19:56

Wondered when you were planning to leave and if you have found any partners. I have planned to hike the A.T. for a while and my partner had to back out due to funds. PLEASE let me know asap as I am on hold until I have a definite plan. Would like to talk. Thanks:clap

Forever North

01-25-2011, 00:25

I plan on starting at Springer some time about the end of next month or the first week in March. I plan on doing 8 to 10 to start and build up back to back 20's by the first three weeks. PM me if you wish.

Star Walker

01-25-2011, 05:37

my plans have been changed. i will now be startingg twords the end of march because a friend of mine is finally done with the marines and it was something me and him always wanted to do. hope to see you on the trail

MisterChris

01-27-2011, 00:29

I may be completely nuts for even attempting but the idea just popped into my head today that I wanted to thru-hike the AT. lol.. I'm an avid hiker/climber already, with a few small disadvantages and a few huge advantages. I'd love to get with some other people about some pointers in preparing, seeing as I am just startin! feel free to contact me via any means be it facebook, here, email, whatever works

Christopher Stewart
mr.christopherstewart@gmail.com

SwingLow

01-27-2011, 18:57

I'm leaving in April sometime, starting at the Ga border. Anyone else plan to leave around then?

MisterChris

01-28-2011, 00:09

I'm leaving in April sometime, starting at the Ga border. Anyone else plan to leave around then?

Me!.. If I can get my stuff together! literally.. lol

SwingLow

01-28-2011, 11:25

lol you are probably leaving from Springer though, right?

tirebiter

01-28-2011, 16:48

March 7th, NOBO. I'd say I'm going solo but I'm sure there won't be a shortage of company, haha

qwerty

02-03-2011, 14:39

Starting NOBO from Damascus in mid-late April for a couple months long hike. Have already have hiked all the GA/NC/TN miles. See ya out there, say hello when you pass me by!
qwerty

silence

02-03-2011, 15:19

Im heading out alone Saturday Feb 26th. Not sure how fast ill be going but I have a 25 lbs pack and a desire to be done by june 29th.
Eric

Special-K

02-05-2011, 22:31

Im landing in Atlanta 2/28. Hoping that there will be many others!! Can't wait!

Kepley

03-05-2011, 10:51

I am planning on heading to K around the 1st of June! I cant wait! I might see you there?

Message to Knox, dwalker, and on_the_GOEZ I will be also be on the summit of Katahdin on June 1, 2011 SOBO all the way. Looking forward to meeting you guys.

MoonWalker

03-05-2011, 16:43

NOBO Ga>ME I'll be at Springer April 2!:D

MoonWalker

03-05-2011, 23:42

Correction--- Starting 1st at the falls

I've met some really great people so far and can't wait to to start this journey, which seems to have already started months ago. I'm leaving Hammond, LA on Thursday, March 31st and starting the approach on the 1st. If anyone between here and there needs a ride let me know. I'm also open to teaming up with a group, however I am a beginner just so you know-- I tend to take life a slow pace.