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01-21-2023, 09:11

mountain squid started a thread Overmountain Shelter update in N.C. & Tennessee

As many are aware, The Barn aka Overmountain Shelter has been closed for several years. It has been determined to be unsafe for occupancy. ...

30 replies | 1794 view(s)

01-01-2023, 10:55

JNI64 started a thread Happy new year :) in General

Happy new year whiteblazers! Do you have any hikes or adventures that you're looking forward to in 2023? As for me I'm trying to get down to...

28 replies | 1799 view(s)

01-17-2023, 16:06

Tipi Walter started a thread Best Phone For Backpacking in General

The idiots at Tracfone have decided I can't use my perfectly good 18 year old Nokia 2126 phone anymore and I must therefore purchase a new phone. It...

20 replies | 1280 view(s)

01-23-2023, 14:22

One Half started a thread Thru hiking and leaving a loved one in Thru - Hiker Specific Topics / Q & A,s

For those of you who have a great relationship with your partner and have thru hiked (or attempted) a long trail of several months I have a question...

18 replies | 743 view(s)

12-29-2022, 14:40

PR Man started a thread Hostel / Shuttle Services - Daleville, VA in Trail heads and Shuttles

I'm planning a section hike for this spring and plan to do about 108 miles from VA 630 "Sinking Creek" to VA 130 "Big Island, VA". Because of a...

12 replies | 1237 view(s)

01-14-2023, 16:01

somers515 started a thread For our whiteblaze romantics . . a mystery? in General

In the AT Trailway news there was a link to this story about a couple who first met near NY's Brien shelter: ...

10 replies | 1159 view(s)

01-01-2023, 14:05

petedelisio started a thread Thoughts on hiking northern Virginia in February? in General

Thoughts on hiking northern Virginia in February?

8 replies | 1172 view(s)

01-12-2023, 11:13

Gambit McCrae started a thread Alpaca Alll Things in General

Have not seen any discussion on Alpaca products and specs.... Good Brands? Insulation vs Wool? Durability? Alpaca vs Opossum down?

8 replies | 1032 view(s)

01-14-2023, 18:32

walkerachael started a thread Georgia - Mountain Crossings in General

Hey, I'm attempting to hike the first 53 miles of Georgia at the very end of this month. Mountain Crossings hostel says they are closed but my...

7 replies | 1090 view(s)

01-18-2023, 15:06

One Half started a thread Base layer for AT thru hike in Straight Forward

I am looking at possibly replacing my base layer which is currently silk. I pretty much avoid overly cold nights but am looking to see if I can...

8 replies | 839 view(s)

12-31-2022, 17:54

Noctambulant started a thread Leighigh to Delaware Water Gap in Straight Forward

Hi All, I’m hoping to complete this section within the next week or so. Does anyone have news about current conditions there? Thanks. Better Than...

6 replies | 1017 view(s)

01-15-2023, 09:49

TinFoilHat started a thread PA Midway Point in Pennsylvania

Hello y'all! I'm new to this site, actually first forum I've EVER joined, anyway quick question; I plan to flip flop hike the Appalachian trail...

6 replies | 763 view(s)

12-28-2022, 17:56

VPGhost started a thread Looking for Thru-Hike group to hike with (mid-April) in Meet Up

I have he opportunity to hike the AT this year and I am looking for a group to do the full Thru-Hike with. I am in my 40's and would like to find...

4 replies | 944 view(s)

12-29-2022, 17:04

peakbagger started a thread Wonderland Trail - Shuttles from Seatle Airport in Other Trails

I am looking at rolling the dice on the Wonderland Trail this year. If successful getting a permit, I would need to budget for getting from the...

7 replies | 533 view(s)

Yesterday, 17:12

perrymk started a thread FarOut app question in General

I have the FarOut app for the AT on my iPhone. When I click on a point, I get information, including GPS coordinates. For example, I have it open on...

8 replies | 305 view(s)

12-31-2022, 13:40

Tipi Walter started a thread 15 Days with the Quillen Boys in Other Trails

This backpacking trip happens October 27 to November 11 in the mountains of TN and NC---and includes meeting up with mountaineer John Quillen and...

7 replies | 591 view(s)

01-19-2023, 09:52

RadioFreq started a thread Lady hikers....have you seen these? in

Female Hiking forums

I've occasionally seen posts on WB (and some Dixie YouTube videos) about this issue. From a male point-of-view this strikes me as very convenient....

3 replies | 929 view(s)

01-18-2023, 09:35

perrymk started a thread book review The Appalachian Trail: A Biography by Philip D’Anieri in Books

I imagine if you see my name in this section you automatically think, free books! But not this time. I am writing a short review of a book I received...

4 replies | 680 view(s)

01-09-2023, 13:07

stephanD started a thread RE: Gooder Grove hostel Franklin, NC in Hostels & Lodgings

The owner, Zen, got a load of negative comments mostly from people who were never there. For the sake of fairness and balance I wish to tell my own,...

2 replies | 1000 view(s)

01-23-2023, 20:03

One Half started a thread Amicalola Lodge in General

Just looked to see what pricing is there for 2 nights on a weekend. WooWee that's expensive! That's more than we usually pay for a month's stay at an...

3 replies | 498 view(s)

01-15-2023, 01:16

Bianchi Veloce started a thread Iron Mountain Gap (TN 107/NC 226) to Erwin, TN, SOBO - - advice/experiences wanted in General

Looking to do a weekend section from Iron Mountain Gap (TN 107/NC 226) to Erwin, TN, heading SOBO in a few weeks. Any advice/wisdom/experience you...

2 replies | 636 view(s)

01-24-2023, 17:13

mulligan54 started a thread 3 Day hike near Asheville, AT Loop in Straight Forward

There is a spot on the AT where it nearly loops back on itself near Asheville. I hiked it 7 yrs ago and may again if I can find info. Anyone know...

3 replies | 432 view(s)

01-14-2023, 07:04

wren again started a thread ATC Magazine, Ministry of Funny Walks in General

Does anyone remember when the ATC Magazine had a page entitled "The MInistry of Funny Walks", with the writings of "Felix McGillicuddy." Did this...

4 replies | 420 view(s)

01-02-2023, 10:59

Gambit McCrae started a thread ST10 - Hollerwood, KY to Clear Creek, CG in Sheltowee Trace Trail

Getting down to the end here! This was a great trip....Finally off of the 25+ mile road walk(I would suggest just skipping this if you can) and...

2 replies | 655 view(s)

01-23-2023, 21:40

carouselambra started a thread Lightheart Solong 6 – Two of Two in Selling Used Gear

I am selling two Lightheart Solong 6 tents. I bought both of these tents used off of WhiteBlaze.net and paid about $250 for each of them. I bought...

3 replies | 390 view(s)

01-14-2023, 05:29

perrymk started a thread FREE FOR KINDLE 01/14 How To Camp In The Rain: 101 Tips And Tricks To Stay Dry And En in Books

How To Camp In The Rain: 101 Tips And Tricks To Stay Dry And Enjoy Nature ...

3 replies | 367 view(s)

01-10-2023, 23:48

balto68 started a thread WTB Kelty Haiku or Tornado pack in Buying Used Gear

Looking for a men's Kelty Haiku 4250 pack in good condition - probably a long shot! Let me know. Thanks!

2 replies | 502 view(s)

01-07-2023, 10:11

foodbag started a thread New (without tags) - Gossamer Gear G4-20 ultralight pack 42L in Selling Used Gear

How about $100? Help me get this nice pack out of my closet and out there where it belongs. Hi everyone, I posted this pack before with no...

1 replies | 631 view(s)

12-31-2022, 10:16

WoodzyHykerGuy started a thread Avoiding deer flies on flip flop... in Thru - Hiker Specific Topics / Q & A,s

Hey, I was hoping to do a flip thru starting north at HF in April, but just remembered deer flies tearing me up when I did a section in NJ/NY one...

1 replies | 606 view(s)

01-12-2023, 15:48

LionDog started a thread Yama Mountain Gear Swiftline 2P in Selling Used Gear

listing up on eBay for your consideration ...

2 replies | 370 view(s)