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My husband and I will be starting in CT, but can't seem to figure out where the best entry point would be in relation to Newington. I see where parking is available, so does that mean we can enter through any of those points?
Also, how do we figure out where each shelter is in relation to our first entry points and previous shelters? Are we going to have to buy maps before we can plan that out or is there any way to do it using google maps?
And for shelters, are there stores or anything nearby so that we can purchase supplies or receive mail, or do we have to find a way into a town to do that?
Studlintsean
03-13-2015, 17:06
I have not hiked in CT but I would recommend you check out ATDist.com. Put in your starting point (parking lot is likely an AT crossing if it is on an AT map). Put in an exit point and it will list the mileage to shelters in between. I use the pocket profile maps from antigravity gear (Google) which have all the info you need. I'm sure someone from CT will chime in.
SteelCut
03-13-2015, 17:08
You have been asking alot of questions that the simple purchase of an AT guide book would answer for you.
Here is one suggestion: http://www.shop.theatguide.com/The-AT-Guide-2015-Northbound-ATGNB2015.htm (http://www.shop.theatguide.com/The-AT-Guide-2015-Northbound-ATGNB2015.htm)
The maps are very useful, however, the guidebook recommendation is another excellent way to know about shelters and resupply. Are you planning NOBO or SOBO…starting when?
I have not hiked in CT but I would recommend you check out ATDist.com. Put in your starting point (parking lot is likely an AT crossing if it is on an AT map). Put in an exit point and it will list the mileage to shelters in between. I use the pocket profile maps from antigravity gear (Google) which have all the info you need. I'm sure someone from CT will chime in.
Thank you! :D
The maps are very useful, however, the guidebook recommendation is another excellent way to know about shelters and resupply. Are you planning NOBO or SOBO…starting when?
Thank you, I didn't know that a guide book had all of that in it. We're starting in CT in early July, then heading SOBO.
Walkintom
03-13-2015, 17:30
Cheese, in your area I suggest driving on over To Bill Jacksons on Hwy 19 down in Pinellas Park. Not only do they usually have the guidebook and maps, they have a good selection of gear that you can check out to get ideas of things that you may be missing.
The guys who work there are knowledgeable and can probably help you out a lot.
Cheese, in your area I suggest driving on over To Bill Jacksons on Hwy 19 down in Pinellas Park. Not only do they usually have the guidebook and maps, they have a good selection of gear that you can check out to get ideas of things that you may be missing.
The guys who work there are knowledgeable and can probably help you out a lot.
That's a great idea! Thank you! I had no idea that was there. I used to work in Pinellas Park, too!
I retired out of MacDill AFB nearly 18 years ago. Am starting Flip at the NY/CT border hiking north to VT then off during May to give the Black Flies a vacation… then on to Katahdin….then south from NY.
illabelle
03-13-2015, 18:03
You have been asking alot of questions that the simple purchase of an AT guide book would answer for you.
Here is one suggestion: http://www.shop.theatguide.com/The-AT-Guide-2015-Northbound-ATGNB2015.htm (http://www.shop.theatguide.com/The-AT-Guide-2015-Northbound-ATGNB2015.htm)
Cheese, DEFINITELY order this book today!
Cheese, DEFINITELY order this book today!
Does it matter that I'm not going NOBO?
Walkintom
03-13-2015, 18:57
Does it matter that I'm not going NOBO?
Nope. It's invaluable. So much information that it's hard to take it all in. You have to read and plan section by section because there's just so much info there.
Nope. It's invaluable. So much information that it's hard to take it all in. You have to read and plan section by section because there's just so much info there.
Ok, I'll order it tonight! :)
ALLEGHENY
03-13-2015, 19:08
Does it matter that I'm not going NOBO?
There is a SOBO version too.
kayak karl
03-13-2015, 19:14
Ok, I'll order it tonight! :) What ? an OP that takes advise. What is WB coming to ? ;)
There is a SOBO version too.
Oh good! Thanks!
jharbison
03-14-2015, 18:37
Don't overlook the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (http://www.appalachiantrail.org/home) . There is an interactive map (http://www.appalachiantrail.org/hiking/find-a-hike/interactive-map) that includes a good map and GIS data (http://www.appalachiantrail.org/about-the-trail/mapping-gis-data/mapping-gis-data-download-agreement). The Appalachian Trail Long Distance Association (http://www.aldha.org/) offers some good reading materials.
Another Kevin
03-14-2015, 21:44
What ? an OP that takes advise. What is WB coming to ? ;)
What, advice that isn't all contradictory? What, indeed, is WB coming to? :confused: