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Hahaha. Good point.

Hey all,

I'm in need of a new camera (heading to India in a month), and I would like to buy one that will work when I do a thru-hike next spring.

Any suggestions? (I should warn, I am...

Hey all,

I'm wondering if anyone has a recommendation for a pair of hiking boots?
Or any boots to stay away from...
Or and specs that I should particularly look out for?

Thanks!

Gee, thanks.
Just like in regular life.
haha

What if any concerns/benefits do people think comes with different ages?

(I'll be 29.)

Is hitchhiking to town pretty much a requirement for a thru-hike?

Thank you everyone!
The Warren Doyle course is exactly what I'm looking for!

This post is particularly helpful. Thank you.

Hence my concern about a solo hike.

Does anyone know of any classes/weekend courses to help some possible thru-hikers get some practical advice? A bit of a refresher course?

I live in South Jersey, but I would be willing to travel....

I'll just spit out the uncomfortable, possibly irrational, fear: Rape.

Anyone ever hear of this happening on the trail?
Or has anyone else been concerned with this?

(Also, thanks everyone for...

I'm pulled to the idea of doing a thru-hike this March/April, but I'm a woman... and I'm single... and if I go, I'll be alone.
Part of the pull is doing it alone, but I can't help but be scared by...