Where are re-filling points?

[dlar9612]

So I recently decided I want to hike the Appalachian Trail, and I'm finding out what to get as far as gear goes OK, but I'm having a problem... WHERE ARE THE REFILL POINTS!? And if you know how many days apart are they? I'm a complete noob about the Trail so any friendly tips you have will be much appreciated!

[Bags4266]

If your planning a 2014 nobo trip you have a lot to learn in a little time. You should read and research this web site pick up some books. There is a lot to absorb. As far as your question goes you can resupply just about every three days. The trail crosses over many roads most of which will get you to a small town to "re-fill"

[Deer Hunter]

See if this helps.

http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/content.php?15-resupply

[FarmerChef]

Are you referring to food or fuel or both? Food you can reliable get every 3-5 days (sometime less, sometimes more) along almost the full length of the trail. You may need a shuttle, cab ride, hitch or trail angel to get you to some of those points but it's not hard. Fuel is usually available where the food is and often is available where food is not (at hostels with no or limited resupply, hardware stores, some gas stations, etc.). Alcohol is more easily available than canister fuel at some of the one off places.

[hikerboy57]

its not that complicated.get one of the guides, either the at guide or the companion. both have excellent resupply information. when you get to one resupply point, you can figure out how long to the next resupply.,usually 3-5 days.the first week you usually carry too much food, so it takes a few weeks to figure out how much to carry between resupply points. you'll figure it out as you go along. unless you have some unusual dietary needs, you do not need to plan drop boxes.

[ChinMusic]

Show up with 4 days of food and wing it. Seriously

[HikerMom58]

Do you plan on carrying a stove or a way to boil some water for your meals? Sometimes resupply stops are limited on what you can "resupply."

I'm glad you weighed in here, Chin... you are the "wing it" king... I love it!!

[max patch]

buy a Companion and all the secrets of the AT will become yours. Seriously.

[-Animal]

Or, if you would like to make an intelligent decision on how to hike the trail-
Read every book, article, and journal you can find about the AT.
Make a database and research every food, gear, footwear, clothing, and shelter you could use on the trail.
Make comparison lists, using the research data, to determine how usable each item is.
Test items in various conditions to determine their effectiveness and reliability.
Learn all the skills that you will need on your journey.
Condition and train your body and mind more than the astronauts did to get into space.
Save enough money to handle all contingencies.
Learn the five most common human dialects you will encounter on the trail.
-then you may be better prepared than normal to hike. But the power to finish the AT comes from within.

[hikerboy57]

its just walkin

[Bags4266]

It ain't just walking to someone who is green leaving in march.

[max patch]

There are people who sucessfully thru'd the AT whose first ever backpacking trip was day 1 of their hike. Ain't like climbing Everest. With a Companion you wing it as you go. Really.

[Slo-go'en]

It ain't just walking to someone who is green leaving in march.

And only 17, so I suspect it might not be until June that he can leave.

[hikerboy57]

It ain't just walking to someone who is green leaving in march.

There are people who sucessfully thru'd the AT whose first ever backpacking trip was day 1 of their hike. Ain't like climbing Everest. With a Companion you wing it as you go. Really.

it aint rocket science either.plenty of newbies finished the trail, many of them with little or no experience before they started at springer.
its just 4 or 5 months of section hikes strung together.

[Slo-go'en]

Since the OPs question has been answered (get a guide book!) time for some dirt... (opps I ment drift)

There are people who sucessfully thru'd the AT whose first ever backpacking trip was day 1 of their hike. Ain't like climbing Everest. With a Companion you wing it as you go. Really.

Actually, climbing Everst might be easier these days - just pay your 70K and follow the crowd. But it is a valid point. Although there are some people who started with zero experiance and finished, they are the exception. Those who have even just a little experiance have a much greater chance. I belive that is because they at least have an idea of what to expect.

[4eyedbuzzard]

Since the OPs question has been answered (get a guide book!) time for some dirt... (opps I ment drift)

Actually, climbing Everst might be easier these days - just pay your 70K and follow the crowd.

Where do people get this idea that you just pony up money and go climb Everest on a whim, like a walk on the AT? It just isn't that easy to get accepted as a client, especially since the tragic 1996 season. Here are some excerpts and links to Alpine Ascents requirements for prospective expedition members - other reputable expedition guides such as Rainier Mountaineering, International Mountain Guides, Adventure Consultants are similar:

"Experience Required For Expedition Members
We are looking for experienced climbers, for whom Everest is the next logical step in their climbing careers. Our team will be in top physical condition and ready to meet the extreme challenges Everest presents. It is important that your resume includes previous high altitude climbs and strong mountaineering skills. Climbs like Denali, Aconcagua, Cho-Oyu and Vinson are good prerequisites to attempt Everest." - http://www.alpineascents.com/everest.asp

Preparation for an Alpine Ascents’ Mount Everest Climb
To reach the summit of Everest(29,035’/8850m) you must be in top physical, emotional, and psychological condition. Benchmarks for physical conditioning include successful previous trips above 20,000’ whenever possible, during which you will have gained experience dealing with gear and equipment, handling extremely cold temperatures and extreme altitude, gaining solid cramponing skills both on and off rock, snow and ice, rappelling with a pack on, and using ascenders and jumars on a fixed line. In addition to solid alpine living, snow, and ice climbing skills, you need significant strength endurance, high-altitude tolerance, and strong cardiovascular conditioning. - http://www.alpineascents.com/pdf/info/everest-train.pdf "

It ain't just walking - or climbing.

[HikerMom58]

it aint rocket science either.plenty of newbies finished the trail, many of them with little or no experience before they started at springer.
its just 4 or 5 months of section hikes strung together.

All righty then, just get ur tail right up to VA then!

[Leanthree]

It ain't just walking to someone who is green leaving in march.

And only 17, so I suspect it might not be until June that he can leave.

I'd recommend an April departure to any NOBO who is pretty new to the whole endeavor, especially a young one who can make up miles if the Baxter closing deadline starts to loom. That being said, stay in school kids.

[gpburdelljr]

Since the OP is new, he may not know what the "Companion" is. It is the "Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers Companion".

[Siarl]

buy a Companion and all the secrets of the AT will become yours. Seriously.

LOL I read that and thought, Oh Lord. He's going to tell his friends where they can hook up with a companion.