I am planning on attempting a thru hike in 2016. I am a guitar player and was not planning on bringing a string instrument with me along the trail. So I am wondering about different hostels that have music rooms or different spots along the trail that host open mic nights. I am not that great of a musician but love to play. I love the music of Appalachia and play old time, jug band music, and some bluegrass. I also play some other jug band instruments (washboards, spoons, and washtub bass). I was planning on stopping at Elmers Hostel because I saw they have a music room. Would love to experience some local music along the trail. Thanks in advance for ant suggestions.