Ok, So here I go, Im doing it and im so xited......my first over night trip and I have about a month to plan it. I plan on leaving Friday October 2nd and returning Oct 4th Just two nights. I want to start some where along the AT in VA, MD, PA. Hike Friday through Sunday. Im planning to hike up and hike back the same way. So two nights to prepare me for the week I want to do in spring time...and then hopefully a two week trip by the end of the summer. Does any one have any good suggestions on where to start in the VA, MD, PA area. Im in very good shape. Am planning on carrying a very light load (a non framed pack 2,500 cu in). Ill be by my self. and here is a list of some questions that I have.
1. Any good suggestions on trail heads to start off at
2. Id like to be in a place where water is abundant (thats my biggest fear)
3. Can I set up my tent any where off the trail in VA, MD, PA,(im weird about sleeping and like the comforts of my tent)
4. What is weather generally like that time of year on the trail. Their isent much elevation from what ive seen on topo maps so im hopinng its nice and hopeing to get to see some good foleage.
5. Any other tips suggestions etc. would be very helpful.
WB you have been a great guideing light in preparing me for my first trip...and helping dreams becomes a reality