Hi there!
I am seeking advice on two women hiking alone and the safety of LGBT people on the Appalachian Trail. My girlfriend and I really want to hike the trail together, and we plan on it, but we are aware of the time that two gay women were shot (one killed, other shot 8 times and survived) on the trail. I know this is an isolated incident, but it just got me thinking about getting some advice on safety hiking alone as two gay women. Any advice is appreciated. We may start hiking NB in 2015, or possibly 2016, we have not quite decided our timelines for leaving our current jobs and communities yet. THANKS for your advice!